La Cocina De Paquita
$ • Salvadoran, Vegetarian
Hours:
441 S Gaffey St, San Pedro
(310) 514-2808
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Hours
Monday | 10AM - 4PM |
Tuesday | Closed |
Wednesday | 10AM - 4PM |
Thursday | 10AM - 4PM |
Friday | 10AM - 4PM |
Saturday | 10AM - 4PM |
Sunday | 10AM - 4PM |
La Cocina De Paquita is a highly recommended Salvadoran restaurant, known for its delicious cuisine. The pupusas are a must-try, with visitors describing them as the best in Los Angeles. The restaurant also offers vegetarian options, including praised veggie pupusas. Customers appreciate the friendly service, though orders may take longer than expected. The staff is commended for their patience in accommodating customers practicing Spanish. Despite limited vegetarian choices, the restaurant is praised for its great experience and highly recommended.
The menu features traditional Salvadoran dishes such as pupusas, tamales, and empanadas. Customers have raved about the flavorful mojarra frita (fried fish), yucca with chicharon, and agua de jamaica (hibiscus drink). The pupusas, a Salvadoran staple, are described as authentic and delicious, with a variety of fillings like pork and cheese, and revuelta (pork, beans, cheese). The refried beans are also praised for their authentic taste, with the restaurant sourcing beans directly from El Salvador.
The atmosphere at La Cocina De Paquita is welcoming and familiar, creating an enjoyable dining experience for all Salvadoran food lovers.