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    Sonsonate Grill

    2.6 (167 reviews)
    ModerateLatin American
    Open • 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    They scratched the total of the receipt and marked it down with a pen!!
    Rebeca M.

    To be honest... This place was pretty horrible! The restaurant itself is okay but the floors are an accident waiting to happen. We went for a baby shower with our children. We were slipping from left to right. It was also pretty noisy and we couldn't really have a conversation with the person next to us. The service wasn't so great. The guy was taking too long to get drinks out he wasn't checking on us and believe me we needed silverware, napkins, etc. Now the food was pretty mediocre our pupusas were coming out burnt and pretty much everyone was getting their plates in random orders. The caldo de pollo came with a side of chicken and veggies and tell me why the chicken came out first and the broth came out 30 minutes later!!! Now to what I really wanted to emphasize this bad review was on the receipt . When we got our bill we noticed that they had scratched off the original total off the bill and proceeded to write their own total. With tax and gratuity our total would have been $199 tell me why they added another $45 to our bill. Total thievery! Don't come here go to la Flor Blanca instead. I'm not saying to be mean but it's just not worth your money.

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    Candi R.

    Definitely worth driving to South Central LA! They have parking once you turn into 43rd st to the right. During the the day ... We were able to choose our seating, the waitress came right away to take our drink orders. The food came at a decent time. All the meat was greasy Lu cooked with great grilled flavor. The rice and beans were authentic. The PUPUSAS were cooked well but a tad bit greasy ( normal) I definitely recommend coming during the week before 5 otherwise you will run into traffic and the homeless folks surrounding the place. Service was good

    Sonsonate Plate

    The food was good . They need to update there information on Yelp as for there hours and form of payment they don't accept credit cards. So my sure you take cash before getting there and get surprised with incorrect information.

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    We were charged a SURCHARGE FEE, I asked why we were charged for a SURCHARGE FEE the response was because everything has gotten more expensive, my response was " I would understand that if the plates were cheap but obviously also the plates have increased drastically. This isn't at all a luxurious restaurant and we paid close to $100 for only 3 meals that's ludicrous. DONT COME EAT HERE NOT WORTH IT.

    I guess you can say some extra protein we didn't ask for.
    Carlos G.

    We would always go here for family gatherings for the past couple of years but as time has passed you can tell that management doesn't care anymore. I went recently for a birthday and we noticed they gave our dish to another table and even the waiters talked among themselves and didn't bother addressing it to us until 20 minutes later where we said something. The waitress made it seem like it was the cooks fault and we still waited for another 10 minutes for our food. Towards the end we noticed a friend in our meal and I told the waitress but didn't even apologize but rather said they'll be more careful next time and she'll talk to the cooks. I work in food service so I understand sometimes there are oversights but after today I don't know how to feel about this place.

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    Tanya C.

    Pico de gallo no good 2 stars Just because it taste alright! Not worth $20 dollars. Look at the beans in a a sauce container, and only 3 shrimps. Laughable

    a restaurant with colorful lights
    Richard R.

    Best Salvadoran Restaurant in Los Angeles. It's a bit pricy but worth it and the restaurant itself is very elegant and gives out immaculate vibes.

    Complimentary. Served once seated.
    Tommy S.

    I always pass by this restaurant but had never visited. It's on Vernon and Avalon right next to the smog check place that we use for our cars. We always thought that it was questionable because the exterior doesn't look too attractive due to graffiti. Once you park, it's a different vibe. Restaurant's parking is not that big, but it's nice to see the palm trees all around. Once you enter, it's a cute restaurant with nice decor, comfortable round tables with very comfortable chairs. Some chairs look worn out, but that's why there's a surcharge on the receipt. Can be used for repairs, utilities, maintenance, staff wages... etc. The menu is very easy to read. Fair prices compared to other local restaurants around the radius. Even with that surcharge, we paid what we normally pay at other restaurants around the neighborhood, so fair game. So we are 2 adults and one 10 month old. Restaurant is clean, Restrooms available and clean, lots of sitting area. You enter and choose your sitting preference. Service was very quick. We were greeted and received complimentary Crunchy tortilla slices with guacamole. We ordered 2 micheladas at $10 each. I got one with modelo, and my wife got a corona extra one. Large size michelada. Larger, cheaper, and tastier than other spots we normally visit. The food was so fresh and tasty. I got 3 pupusas of cheese con loroco, My wife got the Carne asada plate, and our 10th month old got the cheeseburger with French fries. It was a lot of food, great presentation, great service, friendly staff and very attentive. There was a African American couple that sat on the table directly behind us. It was great how the waitress took the time to go through the menu with them. She offered and recommended. I was jealous because their blended margaritas and plates looked amazing. Will definitely visit again. Read the reviews, but in my personal opinion... the experience today from beginning to end was great.

    Hair on food

    This place deserves 0 stars. I have been coming here for years & the service has became worse & worse every single time. They charge you a " restaurant surcharge " & when you ask why they don't give you an accurate explanation. The first time I asked they told me that it was for dinning in. So I order to go and notice the charge & ask and the person charging me tells me " read the sign ". Anyways, I end up paying & leaving. When I get home, I check my food and there's a huge long black hair around my platano. I call to let them know that I will be going back to return the plate & I want a refund. The girl that had helped me out the first time made a face as soon as I walked in & sent someone else to help me out. So unprofessional & bad service. I can definitely say I don't recommend this place & will no longer be going.

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    I love the Food of this restaurant .The Pupusas, pan con pollo, carne asada and many more things that they have

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    3 years ago

    Delicious food and amazing customer service. This is my go to place when I am craving pupusas

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    2 years ago

    Really good food! Prices are reasonable, I came here based on a recommendation and I'm not disappointed. I'll be back!

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    4 years ago

    Disappointed. Service wasn't good and half of our food was undercooked. All of us got sick the day we ate there.

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    5 years ago

    I love it here. Their seafood soup and pupusas are the best. It's always packed so arrive early if you want a table. Highly recommended

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    5 years ago

    The pupusas here are really good !!!and specially the chicharrón n yuca frita. I highly recommend

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    Awesome food, great service. The pupusas are amazing. The platillo de carne asada is !

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