This was a find if you like authentic dive Mexican food, which we do…read more It's a food truck with a stand-up tent next to it shading picnic tables. Lots of locals stop because the food is good and not crazy expensive. The only downside was that on a very warm summer day at noon-ish, there were a number of flies trying to find some shade too. IIRC, they prefer cash, and charge a bit more to process cards, so be aware of that. We understand why and had no problem with that policy. Overall, we'd gladly stop back and give them our business. The food is much better than a corporate drive-through fast-food restaurant.

Pupusas were so good. We were the only customers at the time so food came out pretty quickly, very…read morehot and fresh. There's something special about the coleslaw that came it, so good! It was spiced and vinegar-y, cutting through any heaviness from the pupusas. There's plenty of seating by the food truck under a tent, making it feel like a very simple meal. This was a great pit stop off the 5!

So I just so happened to be out in Arvin working , didn't bring anything for lunch and I was…read morecraving Mexican mariscos. It's as if all the stars aligned and it was meant for me to have found this hidden gem, and I'm sure glad I did. My co-worker and I arrived around 10:00am and it was not busy at all, so we sat down wherever we wanted and were attended to right away.The place is not big inside at all but just right,makes it feel homey. Our server was friendly and we had a couple questions about the menu items which she answered without a problem. We started off with the free chips and salsa that she brought out upon greeting us which were delicious, everything sounded good on the menu but ultimately I went with the Campechana, my co-worker ordered the shrimp cocktail and three shrimp tacos.OMG the Campechana was perfect! The seafood inside was fresh and abundant the broth flavorful so good you didn't even have to add anything to it. They have this little bottle of salsa on the tables that's homemade that I highly recommend it's a bit spicy so beware! My co worker devoured his cocktail and tacos and said it was the best he'd had in a while. Overall good food , good service I will be definitely making the drive out to Arvin with my family soon to try some more of those delicious sounding menu items!

We stopped at Jarritos Mexican Restaurant for a quick lunch while passing through. I ordered the…read moremixed fajitas (chicken and beef only). When it arrived, it looked decent -- the beef was pretty good, but the chicken was rubbery and tasted flat-out bad. Definitely not what I expected. The service was painfully slow. At one point, we actually had to go to the kitchen to get anyone's attention. What was supposed to be a quick meal turned into an hour-long stop, mostly just waiting. The restaurant itself is cute and has a great vibe -- it really feels like you're in Mexico. The staff was friendly, but no one seemed to be in any kind of hurry. We were hopeful, especially since the staff only spoke Spanish (usually a good sign for authentic food), but unfortunately, the experience was disappointing overall. I don't recommend this place -- there are other spots nearby that are much better.

We were looking for something a little different in downtown Bakersfield. We heard good things…read moreabout this place with the name gringos can't pronounce. ;) When I asked the server about the name, she said she thought it was a city in El Salvador. Later, because I needed to find out, I turned to Google and discovered that the name is reserved for the older generations of Salvadorans. I took this to mean it was more traditional Salvadoran food. It is a simple dining area with an open layout. Our server came out quickly, but because we needed more time with the menu, we asked her to come back. That took a while. The food was good and the portion sizes were ample. I had the Pachuga de crema. It comes with rice and beans. The beans had a different, thinner texture. I had some of the salsa to add a bit of flavor. Everyone at our table ordered something different. Everyone enjoyed their food. If you're looking for Mexican food, but want something a little different, try El Cuscatleco.

Pupusas anyone??…read more You can either eat inside or order to pickup. I love calling this place for a quick bite for lunch. Wait time on a slow day 10-15 mins and 20/30 Mins on a busy day. Ambience: Central America .. vacation near by the Pacific Ocean with some palm trees just missing a piña colada Price: moderate 4/5 Customer service: moderate 4/5 Do I recommend: yes I do

First here . Run by a very helpful lady and we had some really delicious food . Pupusa were amazing…read moreand grilled chicken was very very good . Since they prepare food fresh be patient. They have a great menu and I am sure you will like it . It is next to pieology .

Excellent food. Very hot and fresh. Kind service. Clean restrooms. No complaints here!read more

Delicious food and a great atmosphere! If you are looking…read morefor some authentic and awesome food, this is the place.

Food is not authentic Salvadoran pupusas are in good size but ingredients are not fresh beans are…read morenot Salvadoran and curtido you can taste is not fresh if you are hungry and don't have gas to go other places take the risk.

Please see Google Reviews!!! My review is too long to type up again, but in a nutshell, I'd give…read morethis place 0, or negative, stars if I could. Staff is friendly, that's pretty much their only quality. Last time I was there, their fruit salad drink had began the fermentation process, because of the pineapple in it. It literally had become an alcoholic beverage. I can still smell and taste it! Also, the owner has been threatning me, because his star review has gone down due to my one-star score. Food is mediocre, sanitary practices are non-existant, and service is good, at least to your face. I've heard the waitresses say horrible things about non-tipping patrons, and even about their regular customers who choose not to tip for takeout orders. I wouldn't go back, even if they paid me, and it's sad, because my husband and I had our wedding reception there almost five years ago. They screwed us over with what they claimed was our guests' alcohol consumption that day. The owners and some of the staff are NOT decent human beings.

Good food and great customer service. Try the bailadas and the pollo con tajadas, they are the best…read morein Bakersfield.

We were greeted immediately and provided chips and salsa as we waited for our order. The pupusas…read moreare stuffed generously with cheese and so delicious. For the Majahual Especial, we most appreciated how the yucca is fried in such a way it isn't too dry, and the fried plantain was also caramelized and packed with flavor. It came with a little peice of what was probably salvadorean queso fresco which was light, crumbly, and paired very well with the other components. The hot sauce is not very spicy, but delicious when eaten with any of the dishes. Price point is excellent for the flavor and serving size.

Let me start by saying this humble little place has really good food. If you're craving some good…read morepupusas don't look any further. Pupusas are mouthwatering , best I've had in town. There's a lot variety in the menu, a lot of delicious options to choose from, even sea food. I definitely recommend this hidden gem, can't go wrong with the food and great service!

The food here was amazing! The service was equally as great. It's not a large restaurant but it has…read moreenough room to accommodate guests! Very authentic and the waitress is super kind! Will definitely be back! I had the pupusas and chorizo con huevo!

I have no pictures on this location of the food but I can say I followed them from when they were…read morelocated by Edison hwy. This place is small but don't let that stop you from trying some authentic cuisine. My go to is the chicken soup that is served with tortillas, rice and salad. I'm always greeted with a smile and they have daily lunch specials .

We wanted to stay downtown and were craving papusas. After weighing several options, we landed on…read moreSabor Latino. None of us had ever been, so we had no idea what to expect. This spot was tucked away, and I'm told the building was formerly an iHop? However the chairs looked like they belonged to an Asian restaurant because they had an image of ramen on them. There was plenty of seating and plenty of screens to watch games or telenovelas. When we stepped inside we were immediately greeted and asked to sit anywhere. (We were greeted in Spanish, and it seems like that was the primary language spoken there. So if you're not that fluent in Spanish, be prepared to either bring someone with you who is or brush up on the basics.) They got us menus and we were able to get what we came for -- PAPUSAS! They gave us complimentary chips and salsa while we waiting. And brought out two tubs of condiments for the papusas -- salsa de rojo y curtido (a pickled cabbage mixture). These tubs were huge, but were perfect to pass around the table. I ordered the papusa loca, which was truly massive and did not disappoint. There were peppers in it, but it was the right amount of spice. Really enjoyed it! Go give the a visit!

Visiting Bakersfield for work. Decided to get Salvadoran food for dinner. Found this spot on Yelp…read more Went there and it is located in a shady part of town. The building next-door is unoccupied and looks creepy . The restaurant windows are covered with graphics so you can't see inside and I wasn't sure if it was opened or not due to this. After entering the hostess came up to me I was sat right away. There was one other couple there. Order was taken food came out in a timely manner. I waited about 15 minutes. First time I've been to a Salvadoran restaurant where they actually brought out a tub of the cabbage and a tub of the sauce. Food was excellent. The only issue is I had to wait about 15 minutes to get my check. Other than that definitely a great spot to eat if you want some Salvadoran food.