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    Estela's Restaurant

    4.2 (117 reviews)
    InexpensiveSalvadoran
    Open 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Fishell P.

    Pupusas for dinner... why not? I'm back in LA and was suddenly overcome with a desire for a good pupusa. I live in North Hills so fortunately for me there were several spots around me but I found the Estella's on yelp and it was highly rated so I decided to give it a try. The restaurant is super tiny with only like three tables inside but there are tables on the outside if you want to eat at the restaurant. I called in my order and was told it would take 20 mins. I ordered the cheese and beans and the pork cheese and beans palisades. Because it was a to go order they put the salsa and the cabbage slaw on the side which is great so that your Pupusa isn't soggy once you get home. I could only finish one because the portions were big but it was very tasty and not too greasy. I just wish it was stuffed a little bit more with ingredients but what I had it was really good. Definitely will come back and try different flavors.

    Plátanos fritos tuve que botarlos , rechinados oh con sabor a aceite viejo , bueno miren el color y el sabor lo dice todo , me dio dolor

    Pupusas pura masa , plátanos negros con Sabor a aceite re viejo y rechinado caro realmente fueron buenas en un tiempo hoy es horrible .

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    Cindy S.

    This place is tiny! About four tables or so and very cramped, especially since there were other people dining in; and picking up food. There was hardly any room to stand. I was craving pupusas, so I ordered the revueltas (bean, cheese, and pork). Within 20 minutes I got my takeout. The pupusas were delicious. Flavorful and good ratio of masa/filing.The cabbage slaw (curtido) and mild salsa tasted fresh and complimented the pupusas. As much as I love to eat these wonderful Salvi corncakes, without the curtido and salsa - I find them a little too heavy. I love mom and pop type places such as this one...good food and friendly service. I will be back to try out their Salvi style breakfast and soups in the near future.

    Bien rica y caliente la comida, nos gustó mucho. El servicio excelente y muy rápido. Las pupusas estaban bien grandes y deliciosas. Encantadas de todo muchas gracias a estella por su comida y servicio bueno

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    Angelina T.

    No clue how they got the reviews, but these were the worst pupusas I have ever tasted. And it looks like they add water to their beans. Absolutely disgusting.

    New phone number! 818-571-2815
    Yo M.

    The food is delicious, it's made fresh. It's a little pricey but all prices are tax included. FYI- they changed their phone number 818-571-2815. Cash only

    John B.

    It's a tiny little place so things are a bit chaotic and jumbled up. The bathroom key was in a customer's pocket and someone had gotten a deal on tomatoes 'cause there were boxes of them all over. The food rocked! We tried pupusas de Calabasa, Queso y Loroco, Chicharon and Pollo and all were very good. The curtido was mind blowing. I was sooo glad that I'd asked for more than the tiny little bag that they originally gave us. And the platanos y crema were just as tender, sweet and delicious as we had expected. The champurado also rocks but it'll take half an hour for it to go from lava to drinkable beverage so try to be patient. 2013 #10 / 365

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    11 years ago

    Tiny hole in the wall, but this is the only place I will ever eat pupusas. Delicious and friendly place!

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    10 years ago

    Amazing pupusas! Only down fall is cash only and no A/C but this aint about the place its about the food!

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    Delicious papusas. Friendly service. Small seating area with 4 large tables or 8 small ones. I would come again.

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    The pupusas here are fucking amazing , they make the food with love i love you estella la diosa de pupusas jajaja my favorite is revuelta

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    Food is good but a bit pricey. Place is really tiny and can only accommodate about 20-16 people max.

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    10 years ago

    Best pupusas ever, in the San Fernando valley!!! no doubt! No more to say!!! If you don't believe me, come and check it out yourself!

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    10 years ago

    Order 3 pupusas it look theme 1 HR to make. They also didn't have Ensalada chip as fucken place don't waste your time.. BAD SERVICE

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    10 years ago

    Great food! The owners were really nice. Very small, it's more set up for take out.

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    Con Sabor Salvadoreno - 03/30/24

    Con Sabor Salvadoreno

    4.7(75 reviews)
    3.5 mi

    Good services waitress Jocelyn super nice and helpful. Good food... I love the pupusa and horchataread more

    Wife and I were craving pupusas for the past couple of days and we happen to be in the area. So I…read moreventured to look for a nearby salvadorean restaurant and came across Con Sabor Salvadoreño 2 min away. We found ample parking in the back which was a plus. They have a rear entrance so no need to walk around. We walked inside and were received by Joseline Fuentes she greeted us with a very warm smile and welcomed us inside. We were told to sit whereever we like. There was ample seating as well. We. Chose one of corner booths/tables and definitely enjoyed our time and our food. We got pupusas combo which comes with two pupusas, rice, beans and a salad. I added an extra pupusa to mine. We ordered a tamal on the side and a pan con pollo. My wife got a pepsi and I got a jamaica. Joseline the waitress immediately brought us chips and salsa and was very attentive and friendly throughout the entire encounter. She offered us more chips, our food came out fast and the music and the vibe all in all was relaxing, accomodating and enjoyable. Big portions and the food was delicious. The pupusas were freshly made, the pan con pollo was suculent. We will be returning soon. Perfect ambiance to eat peacefully and enjoy salvadorean cuisine. The decor was definitely on point. Made me feel like I was in El Salvador.

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    Restaurante Y Pupuseria El Manguito

    Restaurante Y Pupuseria El Manguito

    4.5(168 reviews)
    2.8 miValley Glen
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    I'm really glad I tried this hole in the wall. Yes service is slow and yes the place is small and…read morethe parking lot being packed yet despite these misfortunes I would still want to come back and try other dishes. Be prepared to wait for your food. It felt longer than most but the taste was good and everything blended well. I had the huevos eatrellados breakfast. The sauce to it was whatever and not much taste to it but combining it with the beans, plantains, cheese and sour cream, took me back to childhood. The pupusas were quite exquisite and can't deny the flavor that came out of the curtido. It was just right. I would hope that the pupusa had more of the ingredients but still hella good. I like mine with a little crisp to it so if you don't like it that way you might not like it at all.

    This spot feels like visiting your aunts house, it's a little cluttered, the television playing…read moretelenovelas and the phone ringing with expressive conversations. It's warm, inviting and very quaint. I consider this to be a little taste of home away from home. I absolutely loved the pupusas from this spot! They're freshly made and prepared to order so it may be a little bit of a wait. This is pretty standard for all pupuserias though. If you're not into waiting, call ahead. No need to be rude about it, it's apart of the craft! The food is perfectly delicious and the fillings are very fair in portioning. It's affordable and made for everyone to enjoy. The horchata is KILLER! Perfectly fragrant and very rich. Perfect way to wash down the meal. Value 5/5 Parking 4/5 Ambiance 3/5 Service 5/5

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    Pupuseria & Restaurant Las Isletas

    Pupuseria & Restaurant Las Isletas

    4.5(121 reviews)
    3.9 miNorth Hollywood

    August 1st, 2026 - Craving fresh authentic Salvadorian pupusa? Las Isletas Salvadorian…read morerestaurant is for you. Loved their pupusa and other combo plate choices. The food is great and our waitress Stephanie was truly friendly. They take Apple Pay/ card but the machine does not give you the option to include tip. Bring cash to tip to for great service. Totally love .... -Pupusa cheese with shrimp -Pupusa cheese with loroco (flower bud) -Pupusa cheese with frijoles (beans) -Bistec (beefsteak) with onions includes rice, beans and salad. Adequate parking in a small plaza Come early because this place gets packed Totally returning for their caldo and breakfast plates.

    I really enjoy eating at this local restaurant. The food has always been tasteful and satisfying to…read moreme. The prices are also reasonable. They have remodeled their seating area so more people can fit and dine in. I decided to get a breakfast plate since it was still morning. I went with their "huevos Rancheros" that is served with refired beans, cream, cheese and fried plantains. I asked for a side of bread which was nice and toasty upon arrival. The plate's presentation was simple yet served neatly. The only downside was their refried beans seemed to be on the watery side but still tasted good. For my drink, I went with a hot coffee. Refills are offered for people dining in. The times I have visited, the place has not disappointed.

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    Mama Boni’s Cuisine - Ensalada (drink)

    Mama Boni’s Cuisine

    4.7(82 reviews)
    5.1 miLake Balboa
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    Traditional Salvadorean Cuisine in the SFV!…read more Our first time trying Salvadorean food at this family owned restaurant in Reseda. Carlos gave us some great recommendations so we ended up trying pupusas for the first time. It's made with a homemade corn dough. It's thicker than a regular corn tortilla and stuffed with ground pork and cheese. They have a variety of fillings. You can add salsa roja, a flavorful tomato-based sauce or habanero sauce. Served with Curtido, a tangy, fermented cabbage slaw. So crispy, cheesy and filling. It came burning hot - I could barely hold it. But, I would definitely order this again! We tried Desayuno Típico, a traditional Salvadoran breakfast, which came with casamiento (beans and rice mixed together), Salvadorean style chorizo, fried plantains, 2 eggs, avocado, fresh cheese and Salvadorean style sour cream and homemade corn tortillas. Tip: Bring Cash. 4% to use credit card

    Came to this little whole in the wall a while back and saw the high rating and had to check it out…read more The food was delicious they Salvadorian chorizo with the crema and plantain was delicious, had to get a pupusa on the side just to satisfy the craving and it did not fail to impress. The servers welcomed you in like family and treated you as such. I felt very welcomed and would definitely come back for another breakfast combo it was delicious and for 15 dollars. Not bad at all.

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