Salvadoran Restaurants in San Francisco, CA

“The pupusas were perfect! Just as I remember eating them as a child in the Mission. Lovely memories were brought back eating pupusas with my daughter and grandsons.“

“When People talks about Food, I'm All Over It
This place its UNICO,Cleanest and FooD Magnificent,,Cada Platillo que Usted Prueba 100 % le Encantara.
All FooD its Prepare for REAL WOMEN'S To Be Honest, I'm NOT getting Pay to Talk about La SantaNeca Pero es la PuRe Realidad.I Live Up north [ Sonoma, County) every time im in the City this is where I Go to Eat.“

“The food is fantastic. Wonderful service.“

“One of my favorites! Great Chile Verde! Pork SO flavorful and satisfying. Miss their Chile Colorado, wish they'd bring it back! Great home-style service, easy take out or eat in. Parking can be tough at peak times, but oh well, definitely worth the occasional inconvenience. Everything is delicious, perfect rice and beans, great chips! Highly, highly recommend!“

“Can’t believe I’ve never been here before. Came back a second time just a couple days later. Super friendly staff, family restaurant vibes, here for the food not the decor. The pupusas are made to order my the mother daughter duo and they are crispy and delicious especially with a mountain of curtido. The Mojarra was juicy and the rice was amazing just by itself. Caldo de res is a must on a cold day and comes with a little bit of rice/cebolla to add and some tortillas. Don’t forget to order a side of Platano Frito with beans and crema. Also try something new and get the Salvadoran horchata.“

“Delicious mom and pop shop. Everything made fresh to order, and with so much love. I got the huevos with chorizo, which was so good. Plantains are especially amazinggg.

Got a bit agitated at the longer wait time, but all was forgiven once I tried the food!“

“steak salad, Tilapia, pupusa, beef soup, their breakfast.“

“Manitas is just around the corner from me. Not usually into Mexican food, but the huevos rancheros was actually really good. Tacos were decent too, and the horchata is sooo refreshing.“

“Restaurante Familiar! Has really great, pupusas. Plus their rice and beans are. Really good as well.“

“This is my new favorite Salvadorian restaurant in San Francisco. The food is super good at a reasonable price. Great music. And amazing customer service. I love the ambiance of this place. It's definitely a hidden gem.If you're ever in town, I recommend stopping by.“

“Muy buena comida, y las pupusas muy ricas. Pero como una pequeña observación en mi opinión la mesa que está al final en frente del sanitario sería de mucha ayuda si ponen una pequeña división de madera o de otro material porque cada vez que entra y sale alguien del sanitario,a veces se siente mal olor , imagínate!! y estás comiendo y sintiendo ese mal olor. Cómo que se quitan las ganas de comer.“

“buena comida las pupusas una delicia“

“Angel is the kindest and most courteous host we have ever had. The food is fresh and delicious, there are vegan options, complimentary coffee that’s so good you don’t need cream or sugar, the agua frescas are incredibly good and the place is clean, cozy and calm. We love this place and would absolutely recommend it!“

“I have to say the Pupusas here are the BEST I'VE TASTED!! Just the right amount of masa (not too thick) and Cheese, soooooo yummy!!!! Oh and the Rice and Beans , so flavorful !! I'll definitely be coming back!!“

“TLDR: huge pupusas and friendly serviceWe ordered the best burger in the mission and a zucchini pupusa. The burger seasoning was distinctly Central American with the spices but it was a little overcooked for me. The pupusa was pretty big and very flavorful and packed with ingredients. They also gave us free chips and salsa… the salsa was fuego! Service was very nice, quick and efficient“

“Nice place. I came here with my friend and she shared her atol de elote drink with me and I’ve never had it before and at first I was taken back because of the elote but it was so good. I loved the pupusa de revuelta and will probably order from her again.“

“We ordered pupusas, plantains and beans with cream. Very good. Flat Salvadoran flavor. The place is clean and the atmosphere is calm.
The only problem is finding parking...and it took them a little while to serve us...otherwise it would be 5 stars.

Parking: We had to park about half a kilometer away...I couldn't find anything nearby.“

“Casimiento, mushroom & cheese pupusa soooooooooooooooooooooooo good!“

“todo está súper riquisimo 😋“

“The pupusas are really good and panes con pollo chicken sandwich salvadorean style ❤️❤️💙💙“

“Went today for lunch and had an amazing experience… I was craving pupusas badly, ended up getting it plus another plate with chicarrón and yuca and it was fire!First time I try a salvadorian plate that blew my mind and taste.Bathroom was clean, atmosphere was great!Also attention was amazing! Very kind and always checking on you! Loved this place!Definitely coming back!“

“Best Pupusa I had in this city so far. Try the one with flower in it you won't be disappointed.

Kid-friendliness: Hey, it's a Farmers market

Parking: Parking for Alemany Farmers market

Wheelchair accessibility: It's a tent with outside sitting area“

“Well I came in about 12:40. The place was empty. I ordered pupusas revueltas and tamal salvadoreño. Today they did not have the Regia beer that I love, but Pacifico is okay. Pupusas are great with Curtido and salsa. Authentic taste is so satisfying, reminds me of grandma's cooking. Tamales were delicious and fresh. The dining room was empty but I saw people come in and order to go. I ate so fast it was soooo yummy. Oh yes I almost forgot, it's cash only!“

“Lately I’ve been craving Papusas, there is nothing better than a fluffy papusa with crispy edges. I enjoyed the papusas here, except I think they are a little too salty for my taste, maybe it’s the salt of the cheese they use not sure, otherwise they are delicious. I ordered two cheese and two mixed. Not a ton of meat in the mixed. Very light stuffing. The sauce they give you is not that spicy at all.“

“food is great, the wait is not all that badd. well worth the wait..“

“I ordered the daily special which is 2 pupusas and a chicken broth and the chicken didn't taste good... It tasted like chicken reheated in the microwave.
The delicious pupusas.
I haven't tried the entire menu.
But if the pupusas are original then the rest is delicious ?

Vegetarian options: There are options

Kid-friendliness: It is a family restaurant“

“And the waitress really friendly!“

“I have been to San Francisco a few times over the years for business and whatnot but had never tried Mexican food in the city. Being from Texas my expectations were pretty low because in my mind Texas does it the best. I was pleasantly surprised by the flavors and subtle differences between what I was used to and Frisco Flavor. Everything I had tasted fresh and some of the tacos even reminded me of my mom’s kitchen. There was a party going on in the back patio area with loudish music and the partiers asked if we wanted them to turn it down. We did not. If you haven’t tried this place you should give it a chance.“

“muybonito rica comida byena atension muy familiar muy axesible muy ermoso lugar“

“Everything hits the spot. While not everything is perfect the food is amazing and rememiscant of El Salvador, the food is very rich. The music is perfect Julio Iglesias and the TV plays soccer.

I feel like this is the homeliest and most relaxing of the Salvadorian eateriesnand the basics are well done here.“

“I love your food , but last Sunday 8-28-22 I was so disappointed we waited 45 minutes for our food, when we arrive there was only on table with Costumers , in the hall restaurant ,I don't know why we waited so long“

“This is honestly my favorite place. I love their pupusas, always fresh and delicious, compared to other places, they hands down have the best!!! I always order to go and haven’t dined in but the service of picking up or calling in my orders are always pleasant and everyone’s that’s serviced me have been kind and professional. In my opinion best pupusas in SF, every single one. And I love their frijoles 10/10!“

“Authentic Mexican restaurant. Had the pupusas, Carne Asadas and chips. The Pupusas were delicious and filling. The salsa that came along with the chips was really refreshing, one of the best salsas I’ve had. Carne Asadas was flavourful and portion was huge. Prices are affordable as well 👍🏼“

“Friendly neighborhood establishment with great food. Always fresh and delicious!!!“

“todo muy rico , las pupusas están muy ricas , y la botana es todo un manjar 100% recomendado y garantizado , tienen un excelente servicio y muy buena atención al cliente 👌💯“

“If you're ever in the area and want some papusas or nachos this is the place! It has almost nothing to do with the food ( which was pretty good by the way). It has to do with the people. A homeless looking guy walked in while I was there and went up to the counter. The guy behind the counter came out and brought him some amazing looking rice and beans. No charge. Apparently he comes in a lot and he's not the only one.

We take care of those who take care of others, so let's support businesses that are making a difference in the community.“