Food is very good I ordered the chicharrón but got more like pulled pork Pupusas's. The service…read morewas friendly and courteous.

Best pupusas I've had in New Jersey! They make them fresh when you order. The wait might be a…read morelittle long sometimes but 10/10 worth it.

This place was the it spot for pupusas. That is no longer the case. They're super expensive, they…read morecame out raw and when the server took them back to properly cook they came out burnt. The drink was pure alcohol no flavor. This is goodbye for me after 30 years.

Las Canastillas is a hidden gem in Newark if you're craving authentic Salvadoran food. The first…read morething you notice is the colorful murals and Salvadoran sayings, which set the tone for a warm and cultural dining experience. The place was busy during my visit (always a good sign), but I was seated right away. Service was excellent friendly, attentive, and patient while explaining some of the dishes on the menu. I ordered four pupusas: cheese, loroco with cheese, chipilín with cheese, and jalapeño with cheese. The loroco pupusa was outstanding, the cheese pupusa was classic and tasty, and the jalapeño pupusa had a nice mild kick. Chipilín was new to me, and while not my favorite, it was great to try something authentic. To drink, I had a fresh cashew juice that was refreshing and perfectly balanced not too sweet. I ended my meal with a coffee that was simple but really good. The atmosphere is colorful and family friendly, with murals inside and out that make the space feel authentic and full of culture. Parking is small but manageable. There was soft music playing in the background. It was great. I could have a nice conversation with family and enjoy the moment. On Fridays after 7 PM. They have a life show so it might get loud. Just keep in mind. I'm definitely coming back to try their soups, I've heard great things.

Stopped here for lunch and got a combo that came with 8 small sized pupusas. The meats and cheese…read morecame on the side, which consisted of shrimp, steak, chicken, half a chorizo, and cactus. The rice was okay, no complaints. Price was $35 which I thought wasn't bad for the amount of food I got. I shared it with my partner and we each ate 4 pupusas each and we were completely stuffed. Would definitely go back to try more items on the menu!

Pupusas were good and service was great. They were pretty big too. Also ordered pastelitos de pollo…read moreand loved them. The restaurant is really nice and homey

Super delicious mouthwatering food, they take their time to cook it so call ahead to save time,…read morefood is truly authentic, service is very good. I am a native Salvadoran so don't be fooled by the bad reviews from others, I'm a regular customer here because the service and quality of the food are one of the best, the owner makes sure she makes your food to the best quality standards in the food industry sanitation and food poising control certification is required for all cooks per owner's policy. The atmosphere and Interior of the building are distracting making you doubt about what you are getting to eat. But the dishes are made like if your grandmother cooked it. Prices are very low in comparison to others.

I don't know what compelled me to walk into this place but I did. On top of that, I ordered…read moresomething. First off, this place doesn't have a menu. Second, no one here seems to speak any English. So using my limited Spanish and the art of pointing at stuff quizzically, I managed to order a hot pastry filled with meat. They also had something that looked like meat stew and tamales I think but who knows. They probably have some delicious stuff in the back too that isn't on display. It was cheap and so damn good! I'll be back to try some other stuff. Cash only!

Ordered for delivery it was really good and they were fast! Great food! I would def recommend and I…read morewould order again

A rare, perfect experience today transported me back to a small fonda in Mexico City. Simple cheese…read morequesadillas, clearly made from scratch, and pupusas that tasted like manna from heaven were accompanied by an incredible plate of rice and beans. The place was spotlessly clean, and the staff was friendly

Grubhub Order: - Tacos Fritos de Pollo…read more- Papusa de Queso - Horchata I definitely want to circle back and try more of this menu. The tacos were soooo goood! I definitely recommend that dish. It actually wasn't bad being a delivery order either. I was worried about the lettuce but everything was really good. The papusas were good. I though there was loroco in the cheese though? Wasn't as flavorful as I am used to but still pretty good. I noticed there was a loroco papusa though... but is there cheese in it too? That's way I didn't get it. Maybe I will next time. The horchata is legit. So fresh! Definitely will be ordering again.

I ordered delivery so I can't speak to the ambiance or service. I will say that it was probably…read morethe best chicken tamal I've ever had. The masa had amazing flavor and the chicken was melt in your mouth. The pupusas revueltas had good flavor but a bit dense. I don't have a lot of experience eating Salvadorian food but I was not a fan of the plantano relleno. They should explain on the menu what the items are because I was not expecting what I got. To me a relleno is filled with meat but this was filled with a sweet cream. . It's not for me but I won't penalize this place for that.

The restaurant interior reflects good taste. The staff's lovely manner made dining pleasant. The…read moresetting makes a difference here. Good food at sensible prices. Every dish here deserves your attention.

From the owner: All of our services come back to our focus on family. From…read moreour party catering services to our authentic plates, we also provide quality food to show our care for local customers.As a small business, our goal is to accommodate your needs. Whether you require convenient Salvadoran takeout or a safe place to have a delightful dinner with loved ones, our restaurant is happy to serve you.Pupuseria Los Nueve Vientos Osicala is an authentic dine-in and takeout Salvadoran food establishment in West New York, New Jersey. As a Salvadoran cafe, breakfast restaurant, and food provider, we feed our customers with quality care, one dish at a time.

A guilty pleasure and favorite comfort food of mine are the Salvadorean "pupusas". And when it…read morecomes to pupusas, I have not found anybody that makes them better than El Salvadoreno Restaurant in our area. Great hospitality and service with great food and serving sizes, this restaurant is family friendly and budget friendly at the same time. Evenings are packed and colored with loud music and large screen TVs playing sports games from all over latin america. A total Central/South American vibe with a sports bar on the side. Takeout counter also available for a quick stop and pickup to go. The menu is extensive... but to be honest, I only ever come for the pupusas! lol We ordered: Bean and Cheese Popusa Pupusas Revueltas

I love the pupusas here the people is nice good ambiance good vibes one of my favorites .read more

Best place to get a Salvadoran breakfast. 9 out 10 times if your from El Salvador then you'll see…read moresomeone you know at this resturant. Can't go wrong with this on a Sunday morning after a night of drinks.

Waited 35 minutes for my order of 1 plate beef tacos+ 1 chicken pupusa. People who came in after…read moreme, had their food and left - this happened with three tables. It's a problem with some Spanish establishments in Union city/ North Bergen who almost always take a minimum of 30 minutes to serve. This isn't a knock on any culture, but a fact. My Duolingo Spanish can only take me so far. Anyhow, the food was great! I have never had such a delicious pupusa, with the cabbage and the hot sauce. I will consider coming back, but not too keen.

Customer service was great. I am not a Hispanic speaker but they treated me well. The food was…read moreworth the wait. It was cheesy and the beans was seasoned well. The environment was clean and they offered a lot of other goods like pan dulce, fruits, beverages. It was beautiful with El Salvadoran pictures and paintings. The curtido was phenomenal. I enjoyed my pupusas!!

The tacos mixtos were delicious. I would have loved my pupusas to be fried a little more as I love…read morecrunch, however the flavor profiles were all there. The service was quick and friendly. I shall return.