Agave Restaurant

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My first time trying pupusas and they were FILLING! I got the cheese one and a beef one. Very tasty and loved the slight crunch on the breading. The flavor was good, especially with the added salsa on top. The coleslaw was also yummy but not sure if I loved it on top of the pupusa since I felt like I had to eat faster so it doesn't get soggy. The people there told us the best way to eat was with everything together like this and I agree. Great mix of all the flavors! The price wasn't bad either for how high they were. The only thing my friends and I thought was maybe there could have been more filling in the meat ones. read more

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They have a couple outdoor tables with umbrellas outside and a fair number of tables inside. It has the feel of a Taqueria. My server was very friendly. She was the only one running the cash register and taking care of tables. Fortunately, they weren't too busy even though it was lunchtime. A few phone orders also kept the cashier busy. I ordered a fried shredded beef taco and beans with chips. Chips are $1.25 extra; however, I was able to get the second basket free. The taco, beans, and chips were tasty. read more

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Gavin C.

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This place is a hidden gem! I love the carnitas soft tacos! But everything else I've had is also great!.

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chicharron pupusa and beef enchiladas were delicious. meat was seasoned and cooked perfectly. the red enchilada sauce has a nice body without being overwhelmingly spicy. the female cashier provided friendly service. minus one star because they charge for chips, despite the complimentary salsa bar available and the fact that most taquerias do provide free chips. read more

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Love this place for lunch! Usually get the taco plate (number 17) with carnitas. The food is always good and the owners are wonderful people. Always feel welcomed and appreciated when you come here. Support the smaller businesses! read more

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Alex D.

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Love the food here. Yucca Frita, Loroco pupusas, Tlalpeño Soup. I had never had the Tlalpeño Soup and the owner recommended it, the best rich soup cheesy, chicken, and chipotle pepper maybe goodness. Anyways, order it. Great little family owned restaurant, and they're always super friendly. read more

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Amazing food and friendly family owned businesses. Muy rico y regresaría por su comida deliciosa. read more

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$50 for 2 people. I don't mind spending money on food when it is good. This was not. Enchilada sauce, straight out of a can. Beans? Canned. Rice was less flavorful than rice a roni. Shredded chicken had zero flavor. Carnitas pupusa had barely any filling and no flavor at all. Asada tasted ok, but had a lot of fat. $5.22 for a bottled coke. I mean, Coke, Diet Coke, the Mexican drink water bottle lemonade whatever those flavors are 313 for chips, chips and whatever. A basket of chips was $3.13. We walked out leaving half of our food behind. We were excited to try a new to us 4 star Mexican restaurant. Do yourself a favor and save your money. read more

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Jessi T.

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Wonderful authentic food. The chicken in all the meals was very moist and not dry like most places. Very friendly service. Would highly recommend. read more

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Food was very delicious & fresh! Family owned restaurant with a LARGE menu to choose from. Would definitely recommend!

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Laarni J.

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I can eat here everyday! The food is excellent! It is prepared with love! The preparation is very personable and full of loving kindness from the owners. It is authentic and very good! It has about everything you want, from vegetarian meal to meaty dishes! I personally love their pupusas, soups, seafood tostadas, etc. The ambience is clean, very inviting, and a happy place vibe! They have a nice outdoor area too (they just updated it). This place is a good find. Lucky to have eaten here. It is gem in power inn road! Stop by and enjoy a good breakfast, lunch and dinner! read more

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The food so far I have been trying is great. The employees are nice and friendly. I like the food here, but it's pretty good. The atmosphere is okay and the music is chill. read more

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Moozhan T.

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We went to Agave not realizing they were closing at 3. When we arrived, the young lady in the front told us the restaurant was actually closed. But before we turned around, an older lady came out and said (with a huge smile) that she make us food of we take it to go which we were planning on anyways, so we got the food to go. Just that by itself, I believe earns them five stars, for age made us feel welcome and definitely made us really happy. We both really appreciated her. Now on to the food: First off, their salsas are THE BEST!! Every one of them were yummy. Even the spicy ones still had a really good flavor. We also got different tacos, chile rellenos, and chicken enchilada. Tacos were very nice, the chorizo was our favorite. The chile relleno was excellent. It was my favorite thing, and the rice and beans out came with are flavorful too and luckily we had some salsa leftover from the chips and salsa so I was able to top the fish with that and I can't tell you how much we enjoyed our meal. A must try location for sure. read more

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Katy S.

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Prices are outrageous food was lukewarm beans are out of a can service was ok she didn't quite understand what we were asking for so she charged us for full plates when we only wanted tacos al cart $50 bucks for two ppl for a whole in the wall place .... Oh and $2.10 for a small canned soda crazy !!! read more

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Leigh K.

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I'm sorry but they have the blandest Mexican food. It looks Where is the spice that goes with it? Pozole comes with not a drop of spice and they use lettuce instead of cabbage. Nachos have beans and WHITE cheese. No flavor. I had to mix hatch roasted chili with some salsa to give it any pizzazz. Gotta say they are no different/better than any other Mexican restaurant that serves up to people who are spice negative. Isn't that what Mexican food is? Yummy with a twang? I guess not. read more

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Megan W.

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Delicious! I got the cheese enchilada/crispy shredded chicken taco combo. Very friendly staff and the inside was really cute. It's El Salvadoran themed. It's tucked behind the Kiki's. read more

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Monster S.

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Full belly satisfying taste home cook style yummy perfection . Been here 3 long years I finally found somewhere to enjoy all meals . read more

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This is place is decent, but the pupusas were very plain and just okay. I've visited the place in person during lunch (quick and clean) and haven't had issues with my pick-up orders. However, it's not a place where I would go for pupusas in the future. read more

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Morningstar G.

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I am not sure what it was in the food, but I got very sick. I ordered machaca. It made my stomach very bloated and painful. I will not be going back. The service its self was ok. The lady was nice. I can't comment on the ambiance. read more

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great and friendly service. made to order w lots of veggies, black beans, guacamole, rice, fresh tomatoes and more! read more

Agave Restaurant - Wow! Two meals full of veggies, skip the cheese and meat! Enchiladas and taco salad - American Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Tamara F.

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Wanted to try this spot after seeing online that it sold pupusas and was really close to me. The staff was nice and it wasn't crowded at all when I came one afternoon during the week. Their menu was big but their prices are good, I ordered two chicken pupusas and a bean and cheese burrito. My order only took about 10 minutes and I loved the food! The pupusas were big and filling, the complimentary chips and salsa were tasty, and I loved that the burrito was grilled. I enjoyed my meal and plan on visiting in the future! read more

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Agave restaurant - Great find on Yelp i was visiting Sacramento and found this place on Yelp. Agave have the three things that will please customers: Great service, awesome food and very good drinks. Plenty of parking and it is free. They have a great variety of plates on the menu of American, Mexican and Salvadorian food. Very fast kitchen and quality if the meals. Prices are also reasonable.Staff make you feel welcomed at all times and treat you very well and with great respect. Decoration on a Mexican environment was done with a very good taste. During the meal, staff check on you from time to time without annoying you. I will be back, next time, I come to Sacramento read more

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Dora L.

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It was my 1st time trying this place and I will be back forsure. The ambiance, was a quiet and clean restaurant. The customer service is great and welcoming, the young lady working in front was very sweet and helpful with the menu and specials they have going on. We ordered Asada (steak) nachos and they were very tasty. They have a huge menu, reasonable prices and with the way the nachos came out, I'm sure the rest of the food will be tasty, can't wait to try out more of the menu. read more

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Joven J.

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THE SHRIMP DE COSTA BRAVA ARE SO SO SO GOOD! If you are looking for spicy shrimp and I'm talking about authentic Mexican spice, this is the best shrimp I have had in my life!! The staff here is the best, they are so attentive, so sweet, and so professional! BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE!! LOVE THIS PLACEE!!!! ABSOLUTELY THE BEST FOOD IN SACRAMENTO!! read more

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Jessica L.

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Agave is a small Mexican restaurant located on Power Inn Road south of Folsom. Competition for lunch in this industrial area includes your average fast-food chains, a Mediterranean place and of course a Starbucks. I've eaten here several times and I always find something new on the extensive menu. This is your classic casual Mexican restaurant set in a small mini mall built in the parking lot of office buildings. The menu is robust, and offerers primarily Mexican food, but also American, Salvadoran, and Del Mar specialties. They offer just about anything that would be considered Mexican food, including an enormous taco salad, carnitas, pozole, enchiladas... but the reason I adore this place is for the pupusas. Pupusas are hand-shaped cornmeal dough, or super thick tortillas, stuffed with cheese and/or meat on the inside. They come with a spicy slaw and salsa for dipping. These, and other delicacies are offered on the "Salvadoran" side of the menu. Papusas are different from tamales in that they can be less greasy and made to order. These inexpensive little pockets are made right in the restaurant, and grilled golden brown on the flattop. They are soft inside and with the melted cheese, beans and meat, are melt in your mouth good! Speaking of tamales, they also have several varieties on the menu, all made in-house. Pork, chicken, and beef are usually available. You can order items ala carte or as a full plate with rice, beans, and salad. Chips and fresh salsa come with any order. The inside is festively adorned with colorful decorations and there are tables outside for when the weather permits. A solid place for indulging in quick Mexican, Salvadoran or basic American grub. read more

Agave Restaurant - Taco salad with grilled chicken...huge and delish - American Near Me - Sacramento, California

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AJ M.

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Fresh Mex with a smile! You can never go wrong here. It's the best Mexican food in the area if you're looking for a healthier version while still hitting all the savory high notes. read more

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Lin V.

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I was walking back to the light Rail station from Starbucks so decided to order take out from his place because the food seemed more enticing than eating Chinese. Went through their menu and found a Monday special (2 tacos with rice and beans) and it was good. The price was decent as well. The steak was a tad dry but nothing a little salsa couldn't fix. The marinated pork was delicious though. Maybe it was the marinating so the pork didn't look or taste dry. It's probably because I am coming at the end of the day where most of the offices near by are almost off so the salsa was sparse, well the mild salsa was sparse. The salsa was good but a bit too watery but the flavor was there. Overall if I am starving and waiting for my husband at the light rail I would order and pick up. My order was maybe a 10 minute wait when I got to the establishment. Almost forgot loved the ride and beans. I wished I could give it a 3.5 stars read more

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Jarrod R.

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Many of the other reviews sum it up pretty well - Five star service (like paying next month's mortgage is dependent on it which is a great thing), but the food is not on the same level. The salsa bar is one of the bright spots. The chips were warm, crisp and legit and are accompanied with a nice selection of authentic salsa choices. As for the food, I can only speak for the enchilada plate, but found it to be just okay. I think it really comes down to the red sauce which in the case of enchiladas will absolutely make or break the dish. The sauce unfortunately fell a little flat. Maybe for the restaurants sake, the enchiladas are just the weak horse in the stable. In closing - very friendly and attentive service; average food in my opinion and an electric space that appears to be several iterations in. It's probably a good option for people who work near by, but isn't anything I would recommend someone going out of their way for. read more

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Tiffany P.

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I've never been inside before but I usually DoorDash my food. They always make it right and it's delicious every time I order.

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Shirley K.

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Best Mexican food! Very tasty and they make it very quick. Really like the option of the Drive Thru also. Their Avocado Tomatillo verde Salsa is best one I have found yet!! It is so great. I very much recommend this place!! read more

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Aya E.

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I was in the area and decided to stop by for lunch on a Monday. This restaurant has daily specials and Monday's daily special was 2 tacos with rice and beans for $5.85. What a steal! You get to choose which meats you want, so I went with one chicken and one carne asada. After placing my order, the lady who works (super friendly), hands me a basket to help myself with some nacho chips and their salsas and sauces. I went with the green one, which I assumed is avocado based. It's great that they offer this complimentary side with your meal. Within minutes, my food was brought to the table. The tacos were good! I wish there was more meat on my plate, because the rice and beans took up half the plate, so the proportion was a bit off, in my opinion. Otherwise, this is a good spot to check out. It's kind of out of the way from a lot of other places, so if you're ever nearby, this is a decent spot for lunch/dinner. read more

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Christina B.

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This is my favorite restaurant!!!!! I work nearby and I've been coming here for years, at least once a week. If you love delicious, authentic, wholesome Mexican food as much as I do, this is the place to go!!!!! This restaurant is owned by the world's nicest family; you'll want to give them your money!!! Everything I've ever eaten here is great, but my favorite items are the chicken enchiladas, the chili rellenos, the chicken taco salad, the green avocado salsa, the horchata, and everything on the daily lunch special. (I usually order black beans instead of refried beans on the side. That's my only substitution.) So please...come out to this wonderful establishment, and help keep my favorite restaurant open!!!!! read more

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Kaitlin J.

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The food is good I ordered two tacos and the tortillas were SUPER small....this is my second time here. The first time was yesterday and soft taco shells were normal sized.....I'll probably eat somewhere else next time I'm I the area read more

Agave Restaurant - 1.99 taco (one asada one chicken) - American Near Me - Sacramento, California

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This restaurant is my favor I live 30 minutes away and I come at least three times a week the soups are Amazing read more

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Botanicare A.

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Nothing to complain about. Excellent food and excellent service. I had 2 tacos with rice and beans. One shredded taco and one Al Pastor everything was very delicious. read more

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Angie L.

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I am giving 3 but the food quality is really bad. But the service was very good the ladies are working hard and fast. To bad the gods does not meet the standards of even good. I was so excited about coming here for the pupusas and I even ordered more than I can eat, but I almost feel like returning them because they are so dry and empty feels like just a bunch of masa. read more

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This place is ridiculous. They don't know they're own menu or prices. They just make crap up. Ordered a super steak burrito. I wanted to add shrimp. She said it was $6 to add shrimp to burrito. I said why the price says $2.25 for extra meat."i dunno what the sign says I just know it's $6 for shrimp ". And since when does a Mexican restaurant not serve chips and salsa with the order. Smh. Just a rip off. Close to govt building so they rip us off when we come in. Plus it's hella dirty inside. Will never be going back and telling everyone else in my office to stay. Gordito Burrito around the corner was clean, fast fresh and amazing. They're getting our business. Agave sucks. Had a bad experience with their tacos before. Made the mistake of trying again. They're trash. I paid $10 for a tortilla. read more

Agave Restaurant - This is suppose to be a super carne asada burrito. It's all tortilla fucking disrespectful - American Near Me - Sacramento, California

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3311 Power Inn Rd
Ste 102
Sacramento, CA 95826
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(916) 457-7187
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https://www.agaverestaurantca.com

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Hours

What time does Agave Restaurant open?

Agave Restaurant opens at 8:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Agave Restaurant close?

Agave Restaurant closes at 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Agave Restaurant closes at 3:00 PM on Saturday.Agave Restaurant is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 6:00 PMSat 8:30 AM - 3:00 PMSun Closed

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Does Agave Restaurant take credit cards?

Yes, Agave Restaurant takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Agave Restaurant have catering options?

Yes, Agave Restaurant does have catering options.

Does Agave Restaurant have a drive thru?

No, Agave Restaurant does not have a drive thru.

Does Agave Restaurant serve alcohol?

Yes, Agave Restaurant serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Agave Restaurant have TVs?

Yes, Agave Restaurant has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Agave Restaurant have bike parking?

Yes, Agave Restaurant has bike parking.

Does Agave Restaurant have outdoor seating?

Yes, Agave Restaurant has outdoor seating options.

Does Agave Restaurant have parking?

Yes, Agave Restaurant has parking options. Private Lot Parking

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Is Agave Restaurant wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Agave Restaurant is wheelchair accessible.

Does Agave Restaurant have free WiFi?

Yes, Agave Restaurant has free WiFi.

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Amazing food and service! Family oriented vibes always welcoming. Food is delicious very flavorful…read moreand authentic!

Tucked away in the city is a cozy little spot that serves some of the most incredible handmade,…read moreauthentic pupusas you'll find. You can see and taste the care in every bite -- the masa is perfectly thick yet tender, with that lightly crisp exterior from the griddle. The chicken pupusa was outstanding: well-seasoned, juicy, and generously filled, with flavors that felt deeply traditional and comforting. Paired with fresh curtido and a bright, tangy salsa, it captures the true street-style experience -- simple, honest, and absolutely satisfying. The setting is modest and welcoming, which only adds to its charm. Service is friendly and efficient, and you can tell the food is made fresh to order. It's the kind of place where the focus is entirely on flavor rather than frills, and that authenticity shines through. If you're looking for real, handmade pupusas that taste like they came straight from a family kitchen, this little neighborhood gem is absolutely worth returning to.

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4.1(93 reviews)

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Las Palmas has been on my radar (aka my Yelp "Want To Try" collection) for months. This past week,…read moreI stopped by for lunch, and ordered three pupusas. Three was actually wayyy too many. Oh my gosh. If you are a female thinking about ordering three pupusas for yourself, don't do it. Trust me. Two is enough. One might even be enough, depending on your appetite/lifestyle. Apparently, my eyes were feeling much larger than my stomach, so, I ordered one each of queso con frijol, queso con jalapeno, y revueltas (pork and beans). Best pupusas I've ever had in my life. Hands down. The woman running everything, who seemed to probably be the owner, was super friendly to everyone. I noticed her asking other people in Spanish if they wanted more salsa or tortillas, and, when my food came, she asked me the same questions in English. Since I asked for my order to-go, the salsa and cabbage were served in plastic baggies. This was a little bit messy, but, honestly, I would rather have a decent amount of salsa in a little baggy than have to mess with like seven plastic ramekins. The salsa and cabbage mix were both so bomb. Five stars for those alone. I ended up picking off pieces of my pupusas and just drenching them in salsa. Dining in would have definitely been a smarter option-- good thing I always have wet wipes with me, because they were necessary. As to the pupusas, I was surprised by which one was my favorite versus least favorite, because it was exactly the opposite of what I expected. My favorite was definitely the revueltas, then the queso con frijol, then the queso con jalapeno. It may have been partially because I ate the revueltas first, when the tortilla was still the most hot and fresh. By the time I got to the jalapeno, it was getting cold. I've never had pupusas this fresh. The homemade soft tortilla shells were falling apart in my hands as I ate. All of the fillings were so flavorful and amazing. My sister called me while I was eating them and I asked, "Have you ever had a pupusa?" "No, what's that?" "It's like.... like the calzone version of a taco. It's taco fillings, but stuffed inside of a soft tortilla shell." (A pupusa is to a taco as a calzone is to a slice of pizza.) Best pupusas ever, and the price was not bad. The proportions were generous considering the price, as opposed to most taco shops. Would definitely eat here again.

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The Mofongo with pork was delicious! We were also raving about the pupusas! We took it to go but…read morehad great conversations with the staff. So welcoming & answered all our questions. We will definitely be back. Thank you!

I was craving mofongo when I found this place. Cute & Simple inside, friendly customer service. The…read moreguy working the front was attentive. The Alcapurria masa was missing flavor even tho it had a beautiful fry on it. The meat inside wasn't bad. I was disappointed to not be given mayoketchup and the sauce was very runny, I didn't think it enhanced the Alcapurria at all. The yellow rice was also lacking in flavor, it needed more sazón or sofrito. And the cook on the rice itself was off but perhaps they had a bad batch that day. The Shrimp on the Mofongo was the best thing I had and I enjoyed the portion. The mofongo just needed more butter since the juice from the shrimp couldn't cover the whole serving. Overall I want to give them points it did help my craving of missing home, hopeful it was just an off day and they can hit with more sazón next time !

Inside restaurant

Baleadas Hondurenas (Honduran breakfast taco)

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Soda fountain and front counter

La Flor Pupusas Grill

3.8(518 reviews)

4.5 mi

Some of the best pupusas you can get in Sacramento…read more Run. Don't walk. Seriously! I've had almost all of their offering including the loroco y queso and they all are incredible. My fave are the chicken. They are very flavorful and their curtido is perfect as well.

Every once in awhile I like to branch out for lunch and try something new. I originally started out…read moreheading toward L&L Hawaiian BBQ but started running short on time. So I headed back toward my destination and lo and behold! I stumbled onto La Flor Papusas Grill. They specialize in Mexican and Salvadoran cuisine. And "cuisine" is not an over reach... I bought a shrimp "super" burrito. It was absolutely LOADED with shrimp and rice and beans and fresh pico. I took it to go and sorry friends... I should have taken a picture but after one bite... there was no way I was going to set it down until it was gone! The flavor was so dense and absolutely delicious and fresh I have a new favorite. They grilled the burrito so it had that nice toasty crust on the outside. Did I mention how HUGE this thing was?!? Did I mention I ate the WHOLE THING?!? Yeah... the WHOLE thing... Not a crumb was left. If you haven't been to La Flor... get there ASAP! It's definitely going into my regular lunch rotation...

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Yuca con chicharron

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El Salvador Market and Restaurant

4.0(169 reviews)

8.5 mi

Great pupusas. I grew up in El Salvador. My grandma had a pupuseria and then my mom also had one. I…read moreknow good pupusas. These are SO good! Their yuca frita is also delish y los pastelitos, deliciosos!!

Love coming here! Food is definitely a 10/10 my parents always make the 30-40 min drive to come eat…read morehere. Only downside is they close pretty early.

Pupusas y platano frito

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Gallina Asada, Típico Mix, and Pupusas (Ayote y Queso, Revuelta, Loroco y Queso).

La Flor De Michoacan

3.6(403 reviews)

5.8 mi•Natomas

They are rude. They seriously need to work on the customer service. Do not spend your money here go…read moredown the street to the other Pupusa place on Northgate Boulevard.

El vieneres llame a las 8:10 para ordenar pupusas que iban a ser para llebar, marque y marque nadie…read morecontesto, llegue ahi a la 8:40 y ya estaba cerrado no se porque online tienen que cierran a las 9 si desde casi una hora antes dejan de atender. I called at 8:10 on Friday to order pupusas for takeout I called repeatedly, but no one answered. I arrived at 8:40 and it was already closed. I don't know why they list a 9:00 PM closing time online when they actually stop serving customers almost an hour earlier.

Recognized by by Sacramento. 11/22/22

So good

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Pick up area.

El Izote

4.0(95 reviews)

1.4 mi

We love El Izote. Amazing papusas! Great customer service and a friendly family atmosphere. We…read moreusually get takeout but there are always happy customers eating. Their rice is so good!!! This has moved into our regular rotation.

Went there at 1pm today its not open might be closed down no sign. We were excited to eat. Ended up…read moredown the street at papusa la familia

Cheese pupusa

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Nicole J.

Elite 24

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642

3 months ago

Some restaurants don't need fancy décor, trendy marketing, or social media hype. They just need to keep serving amazing food year after year. I've been coming to Agave Restaurant for over 10 years, and there's a reason I keep coming back. This is one of those hidden gems that many people drive right past without realizing they're missing some of the best authentic Salvadoran food in town. It's family-owned, family-operated, and you can feel the love that goes into every order. Let's talk about the pupusas. In my opinion, these are hands-down the best pupusas in town. Perfectly grilled on the outside, stuffed generously, and served with fresh curtido and salsa that bring everything together. They're consistently delicious every single time I visit. Whether I'm dining in or taking them to go, they never disappoint. What keeps me coming back isn't just the food--it's the consistency. After more than a decade, the quality is still there, the portions are generous, and the prices remain reasonable in a world where restaurant prices seem to rise every month. The restaurant may be small and unassuming, but that's part of its charm. It's authentic, welcoming, and focused on what matters most: serving great food to the community. If you're looking for fancy, this may not be your spot. If you're looking for authentic Salvadoran comfort food made by people who genuinely care, Agave Restaurant is absolutely worth a visit. Supporting family-owned businesses like this is important, and Agave has earned my support for more than ten years. Here's to many more. Highly recommended. read more

Sharla H.

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3 years ago

Incredible food, great value, and even better customer service!! The tlalapeno soup was AMAZING- a family recipe from Puerto Vallerta. The only thing this restaurant is better signage on Power Inn road so more people can enjoy the food & service. read more

Christina R.

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10 years ago

This is one of my favorite restaurants the food is Delicious and the service is amazing.

Fancy Pants ..

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4

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10 years ago

Love the tacos here! And staff is super sweet and accommodating.

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