El Salvador Cafe
$ • Salvadoran, Vegan, VegetarianAbout El Salvador Cafe
Customers' Favorites
Pupusa Chica Con Medio Platano
Fried Yuca - Yuca Frita
Tamales De Elote Fritos
Quesadilla Salvadorena
Empanadas De Platano
Chips and Guacamole
Cabbage and Avocado
Empanadas De Leche
Pupusas Revueltas
Bean and Cheese
El Salvador Cafe Reviews
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Great food! Would return when we are back in the area. Highly recommend.
I stopped by- from Utah… glad i did. I was going to go to Santa ana. The area looks sketchy, there isn’t much around - but the people here make the pupusas big & beautifully, thick. Not too much dough, just enough ingredients in there. So that was great. Loroco chicharron & shrimp are on this plate 👍 curtido was fresh not soggy, salsa was good with a bit spicyness. Excellent. I’ll be stopping here every time now!! This is the spot! Wait time is long,...read full review
As a Salvadoran, I never thought I'd find any good pupusas in the Coachella Valley, but this restaurant has far exceeded my expectations. There are plenty of vegan and vegetarian options that are clearly labeled. The horchata is made with soy milk and nuts, so it's suitable for any avoiding dairy. For vegan options you can order pupusas made with all bean filling, fried yucca, platanos with beans, heart of palm ceviche, and more. The staff is incredibly kind and friendly. I've...read full review
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10AM - 2PM 4 - 8PM |
| Thursday | 10AM - 2PM 4 - 8PM |
| Friday | 4 - 8PM 10AM - 2PM |
| Saturday | 10AM - 2PM 4 - 8PM |
| Sunday | 10AM - 2PM 4 - 8PM |
El Salvador Cafe is a family-owned restaurant celebrated for its delicious and freshly made food, particularly its revueltas and pupusas. The pupusas, available in various options like loroco and carne asada, are a customer favorite and are considered the best by many visitors. The restaurant offers an extensive selection of pupusas, including some vegan choices, allowing guests to try new dishes. The staff is friendly and warm, creating a welcoming family vibe that reflects the love put into the food. Customers appreciate the large portions and the convenience of to-go boxes available on the counter, making it easy to package leftovers. The service is courteous, and the restaurant is praised for its consistent quality and flavorful seasoning, especially for the steak and pupusas. Visitors enjoy the cold, fresh chips and salsa, along with the complimentary slaw that pairs well with the dishes. Drinks like hibiscus and horchata enhance the enjoyable experience, and desserts such as plantain are highly recommended. The palmita ceviche has also received praise for being bright and fresh, making it a standout dish. Parking is easy right out front. Overall, it is a highly recommended dining destination for those seeking a taste of El Salvador's cuisine, with many visitors, including those who have tried the Queso con Espinaca and other meals, planning to return for the great food and friendly service.