Salvadoran Restaurants near South San Francisco, CA

“I saw this place pop up near my house and went to give it a try. I got the chicharonnes and the birria pupusas and they were both beyond my expectations. The guy running the store seemed pretty cool too. Hope to be back as long as they're still here. Parking situation is great too.“

“I don’t normally give 5 star ratings but feel this place deserves it. It’s a hidden gem in downtown South San Francisco that serves authentic, unpretentious Salvadoran (and Mexican) food. The pupusas (we had the ones with pork, cheese and beans) were absolutely delicious and inexpensive. They go well with the house coleslaw and the mild chili sauce. The Salvadoran enchiladas (more like tacos) were very good as well. The best part of this restaurant is the staff, who are warm, generous, and kind. They really make you feel this is neighborhood place. We will definitely return to sample more items on the menu.

Parking: Paid street parking in front of the restaurant“

“We have been enjoying meals here for over 35 years. Their food is like going to our abuelitas house to eat. We no longer live nearby but I will still come here because it just doesn't compare to other places. There's a reason why they have been here for so long. Everything on the menu is great without the fancy prices other places charge 😃“

“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.“

“The food is fantastic. Wonderful service.“

“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.“

“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!“

“I went there for lunch and the tacos were so crispy and so full of meat. They were so good season just right the food is excellent there the place is not that big and parking may be a challenge, but it’s worth it. The hospital is directly across the street, so there is parking And there’s also parking garage by the hospital, but you would have to walk but the food is worth it.“

“Wandering in because I saw fresh things being cooked on grill late at night. Amusing chatter from the get go. Everyone smiling.
I probably ordered wrong because this is El Salvadoran style and I ordered burrito and quesadilla; then I was told to get a papusa, which I did.
Dios mio! The best decision of my life!
Such a great blend of salty savory cheese and meat with a subtle sweetness from the cover which I assume is corn.
Amazing people. One lady asked if I was married; if she was the one making this food, I might go back for her!
Thank you
Fantastic“

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

“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“

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

“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.“

“Good atmosphere, the waiters are friendly and welcoming, good location, lots of variety in the dishes for my 3 Star Michelin ???

Vegetarian options: In salty corn atol pupusas mix

Kid-friendliness: Pupusas fries with corn atol tomato sauce

Wheelchair accessibility: Easy entry to the premises and adequate care for the elderly“

“todo está súper riquisimo 😋“

“Another incredible restaurant in San Francisco. The Mole here is one of the best we've ever had, full stop. The portions are immense, and I can say that this is full on "home cookin'". I also want to point out how patient and gracious the staff was with our questions, and our broken spanish. Breakfast here is really a treat!“

“We went out for lunch after proctoring exams all morning. We wanted to go to a place that served typical Honduran food. We went to this restaurant that was close to our work place. It is still nice after many years of service. The pupusas and the carne asada were delicious.“

“Olivio’s is an underrated hidden gem in SF.

This is an authentic Salvadoran/Mexican spot tasty, affordable food and some beverages. It’s bare bones & and in the Tendernob area of the SF, which is a sketchy area but has some of the best food in the city. It seems most people order takeover or delivery. It doesn’t appear they offer dine-in options anymore as there’s always a sign outside saying “para llevar” aka to-go, but I’ll double check on this for accuracy .

I’m a fan of their bean & rice pupusas and complementary fermented cabbage salad called curtido. They have also yummy fried plantains. I also recommend their Salvadoran style Horchata. I look forward to try to their beef soup next time.

Their owner seems pleasant, humble, hard working and appreciative of business. If you don’t want to venture in the Tenderloin area, don’t let that stop you from trying Olivio’s, they are available for delivery on DoorDash! Highly recommended.“

“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!“

“Friendly service and tasty, home cooked flavors served in a relaxed atmosphere. I wandered in here after seeing the food images on Google and I was glad i did. A variety of dishes to fill large appetites are available, as well as smaller, individual items to try on their own. The dough used in the tamales was remarkably fluffy, moist, and light“

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

“Balompié is a not so hidden gem in the mission. It has apparently been in the same spot of almost 30 years and somehow this is my first time visiting them. I went here because I wanted pupusas and I was not disappointed. Their pupusas were very tasty and a lot less greasy than some of the pupusas I've had at other places... And the server, Evaline(not sure if that's how you spell it) was very friendly. I will definitely recommend this place and I will return“

“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!!“

“Relaxing patio and close to accessibility to ? train and without going so far from the mission district and Valencia Street

Kid-friendliness: Plenty of space in the special patio restaurant. And inside the restaurant.

Wheelchair accessibility: First restaurant entrance table for wheelchair ? ?️“

“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!“

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

“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“

“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“

“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.“

“Delicious!! Also a good place to eat casually and play pool. My friend and I were visiting the area from Seattle and this was our first the trying Salvadoran food. The food was great, I would get the Indian hen soup as comfort food if I lived nearby. The owners were also really nice, we ended up staying to play pool and they let us finish even though they were closing :) definitely worth going!“

“Customer service needs to be worked on while I was placing my order the cashier was talking about her personal life which is not a great idea when you have a customer in front of you . I’m still giving a 5 star because the pupusas revueltas were super delicious and the plátanos fritos omg the BEST 😋😋“

“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!“

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

“LOVE THE FOOD❤️ AM❤️ LAS PUPUSAS 🫓 SON DELICIOSAS. SE LOS RECOMIENDO 🥰😋“

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

“This place is always my favorite to have a hen soup with its respective grilled hen and with its tortillas fresh from the griddle. and without missing their respective beer. The very friendly waiters are always aware of something that one needs. The place is small but very nice. and Generally they sometimes close an hour earlier than expected.“

“This restaurant is truly a hidden gem. The food here is absolutely delicious and flavorful. You must try the pupusas, empanadas, bunelos, and many other Latin dishes. The pupusas are a huge hit. The pupusas are tasty, the salsa is fresh and the curtido hits the spot. Best Latin restaurant in the Bay Area.“

“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 👍🏼“

“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.“

“Good food . Different style of pancakes which is very yummy . Breakfast items are good and filling and good price . They have menu items of American , Italian, Salvadorian and Mexican and combinations . Its tucked away in a corner and hope more people come here to enjoy a different style and combinations of food . They also serve breakfast all day . The atmosphere is a very neighborly atmosphere. We had breakfast and also took some lunch and soup to go . Will visit again .“

“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 👌💯“