I was craving pupusas, tamales and plátanos - all three were fantastic!!! I was so delighted to…read moresee we had such a restaurant in St. Louis!

This is a little slice of home. My family is Honduran and this spot is even parent approved! We…read morelove their fried fish, tacos, enchiladas, empanadas, etc. everything we have tried has been delicious! The service is always wonderful. Portions are huge and it's incredibly affordable.

I want to start this review by saying I do not expect anything in return and that I truly enjoyed…read morethe first half of my meal. The flavors, sauces, and cooking seemed great. I also do not want to provide undue negativity to a non-corporate local spot. This review is purely to provide caution to other diners and a message for the owners to clean up the establishment. I got a Togo order with empanadas and the pollo cena and the plate was stuffed full. So full the lid couldn't close. That's a good thing. I ate one empanada and only a third of food and the rest I went to save and that's when I saw the cockroach. Bugs are simply unacceptable. I cannot in good faith return to this establishment. I wish them well but you need to clean your spot to protect yourself and your customers. Good luck.

The chicken here is EXCELLENT. The tajadas are also delicious. This is a great place to go to if…read moreyou want to try different Latin American cuisines instead of the better known ones. Highly recommend.

I should have stopped in this place long ago. And while I debated reviewing it cause they are…read moreplenty busy and I kind of want to keep it to myself I worry that someone out there like me needs this places as badly as I did. When I moved to STL well over a decade ago I bemoaned the lack of good Latin American food. I have since found a lot of good places that I love but I didn't realize til I was eating my lunch how big a gap was still there. I ordered tacos al pastor -- a favorite since I was in Sonora years ago and ate them multiple days in a row cause this street vendor was amazing. I order them a decent frequency but I now realize I haven't been truly satisfied til today. Seriously, I am wondering how quickly I will be back because these were incredible. Al pastor is a unique flavor profile and it goes in-depth, these folks GET IT! I took a bite and absolutely closed my eyes as I chewed because this was the al pastor I so often miss. I ordered two tacos al pastor and one asada. They came the Mexican way, simple onion and cilantro which I asked to clarify as recently I ordered street tacos and found them served with lettuce and cheese and was not happy. These were perfect. The steak was good but man I needed those al pastor tacos! Two would have been plenty and at $3 each what an inexpensive lunch! Other reviews mention lots of the other things that touch on the restaurant: - they have sections by country for Salvadoran, Honduran & Mexican foods - customers are mostly Central American, a combination of families and work crews - it is Spanish speaking by and large for staff and customers. - it's bare bones, simple tables and chairs, coolers with drinks and very few bottles behind the bar/register - chips were good (thick not too salty) with red and green sauces, the green was a bit hot for me but I mixed a bit into the red. I am so going back and hope to stay in the minority with English as my first language. They speak the language of slow cooked flavor!

Food was amazing! The price matched that as well! Our only issue was the language barrier...but…read morehonestly to me, that's a win! Service was perfectly fine, had I been thinking I would have used Google translate to help us through. Honestly I could also quit being lazy and learn Spanish lol. I'll 100% be back to this one. It's a decent sized place, and we didn't have any issues seating 3 right away around lunch time. Clean and the food was out quick :)

This is a small place, but the flavors are huge! Maybe a dozen tables, and a little grocery area by…read morethe check out with lots of different snacks and treats. We ordered a couple of different things, based off of our servers (Sesbel) suggestions. A couple of things I wanted to try were sold out, so go early for the best variety. We loved the different flavors. About $70 with tip for 2 entrees and 2 apps but a fun dinner out!

First time trying! I didn't know what to expect. But if you've ever had Costa Rican food, It's like…read morethat. Be careful with the sauces that come with it, get it on the side! You might like it or love it but be careful because it comes in the entire dish. The drinks are DELIGHTFUL! We have their horchata or blackberry teas -- they were great! Service is wonderful. Try everything.

the food was so good I almost forgot to take any photos. both salsas fresh and fantastic. the spice…read morein the green one has my mouth still watering. the slaw that came with the pupusas is to die for. the fish tacos are perfect. the thick hot fish paris nicely with the juicy fresh slaw. the best part of the entire meal was the rice. it's so fluffy and delicious. I could live off that alone for a good month and be satisfied

Friendly, small, casual business. Everything was tasty flavorful. Server checked in often and was…read morepolite and nice. Small dining room but it works. No complaints.

If you're the kind of person who judges a restaurant by whether it's full of locals, El Comal is…read moreyour place. From the outside, it's unassuming. Inside, it's simple, comfortable, and exactly what you hope for when you're searching for an authentic hidden gem. No gimmicks. No over-designed decor. Just the hum of conversation, plates coming out of the kitchen, and a dining room filled with people who clearly know they've found a place to break bread. Er-- tortillas. I ordered the Pollo a la Plancha, and it was outstanding. Grilled chicken served with perfectly seasoned vegetables, fluffy and flavorful Mexican rice, and warm corn tortillas. I asked them to hold the melted cheese (because dairy and I are currently in a complicated relationship), and it was still one of the best gluten-free meals I've had in a long time. Fresh, satisfying, and packed with flavor. My husband ordered the Norteño tacos, which arrived piled high with toppings and absolutely loaded with flavor. And yes, they come with fries. I had never seen this combination before, but I can confirm it is life-changing. He enjoyed every bite. Before the main meal even arrived, we were hooked by the complimentary chips, salsa, and a bright green crema that came with a serious kick. Spicy enough to get your attention, but so good you keep going back for more. This is the kind of restaurant you almost don't want to tell people about because it feels like a secret. But places this good deserve to be celebrated. Authentic food, generous portions, warm service, and the unmistakable feeling that you've stumbled onto something special. Five stars without hesitation.

Incredible food and generous portions at a great price. Must have 85 characters, so bla bla bla.read more

I am so happy I decided to order food from this food truck. I placed my order online and it was…read moreready in 20 minutes. I did not know what to expect since it's tucked into a side street and lot but the Honduras flags showed us the way. You can park in the lot and just go up to the window to pick your order. I ordered the tacos Hondureños, enchiladas, pastelitos and Zambos preparados. The staff were very warm and helpful and the food was incredible! It reminded me of my mom's cooking and that is the highest praise! The portions are great and everything was very reasonably priced. They have specials and I will be back on Sunday for their seafood soup! A local gem! UPDATE: We cane back for the seafood soup and while we waited the showed us the eating area. The building next door is a little dining area. Loved the decor.

Food was great and fast. I usually order a dozen of pupusas for my family of four. We go after we…read morewash our cars, and treat ourselves. The service is fine, and it is a food truck therefore it's nice to order and then wait in the car with AC for crazy hot or cold days. It's nice to order and drive off for movie nights at home or lazy days. Overall very content energy.

Best Mexican restaurant in STL IMO. Service is always good. Restaurant is always clean. Food is…read morefresh, homemade, and authentic. Tamales are AMAZING!

Margaritas on a Friday!!! YES!!…read more El Potro is a hidden gem. The Cadillac margarita is my favorite, they blend the drink... I always choose on the rocks, but you can do frozen if you like. The food has always been delicious and if you are looking for authentic... There is a secret menu. Family owned and they aim to please.