This is my go to spot for pupusas in Albuquerque. The staff is very friendly and the ambience is…read morevery chill. I ordered a jugo verde and two pupusas which were all very tasty. My coworkers ordered some yucca fries and chicharrones that were really good.

In the area already and looking for a late lunch. Note that this place is called "Restaurant El…read moreSalvadoreño" on Google. You can find it by the giant sign reading "PUPUSASERIA" out front. We walked in and started reading the menu and chatting with the man at the counter. He helped us pick out *five* vegetarian pupusas. Pretty good start! We ordered the calabacitas and cheese, the green chile and cheese, the loroco and cheese, the spinach and cheese, and the bean. Then the guy was surprised we wanted to eat there - guess you only order at the counter for to-go. We also inquired about the aguas frescas, and upon being assured that they were not that sweet, ordered a tamarindo and a melon. We grabbed a small table under the TV playing cumbia and other Salvadoran music videos. There were several other folks in the place so we got to look at some of the other offerings, including huge bowls of menudo and possibly even huger tortas. Our pupusas came fairly quickly for pupusas (some places will advise you that they can take 15-20 minutes) and came with two sides: a bowl of a very thin but flavorful salsa, and a mound of red cabbage slaw that reminded me just a bit of a pickled situation. Two of us were able to eat the 5 together, although 4 would have probably been enough. But now we've tried them all. The green chile and cheese was my favorite; the calabacitas was also good. The bean would be better with cheese; I might try to eat it with a cheesy one in the future. Also, the aguas frescas were aMAzing. Definitely the best ones that I have had in Albuquerque, and possibly the best outside of Mexico. Just a delight! The only knock on this place is that they close at 6pm every day, so if you want them for dinner you'll have to get takeout the last hour they are open. They do have several breakfast-y options though, so maybe the next time we visit (and I definitely want to go back!) we'll make it a brunch thing.

Very very good. We always get multiple sides of the yuca frita because it is amazing. Service was…read moregreat, they accommodated our large party well.

Yup! Those great Yelp reviews are spot on!…read more We started with postpones or fried, smashed plantains. So good! Next was 2 empanadas, one chili, one veggie. They hit the spot! Then we had arepa sandwich. Pulled chicken in a corn bun. Another great dish! Food was mildly spiced, we asked for hot sauce as we like it kicked up a bit. Service was fast and very informative. We loved this place.

They are really great, been here atleast 5 times but yet ive forgotten to review it?!?…read more Appetizer of a Salvadorian tamale and some plantain empanadas delicious the plantain in them was like a custard. Got a cachew fruit drink 'marañón' and it was delicious (once long ago i found some past best by date juice. At a small ethnic market. Which was simialr but this is Delicious!! Along with we each got a plate of eggs beans one pupusa and plantains. Beans were interesting very smooth blending of perhaps black and aome other bean? Was delicious with the eggs and the pupusa. Last few times we got one of all the pupusas. Really good place every meal has been affordable and great!

The food is still as delicious as always! My new obsession is The Spinach & Cheese Pupusa. The…read moretamales are pretty good too. I love the ample seating and love the service. They always wait on us super fast and are super friendly. Prices are very reasonable too. This place will always be one of my favorite places to eat at least 2-4 times a month.

Excellent pupusas! These are DELICIOUS pupusas, with interesting and tasty fillings. We've tried…read moremany, all of them were great! Favorite is probably the spicy pepper ones. The best thing about them is the crispy cheese that escapes and creates a scrumptious crusty edge. The plantains are also great! Highly recommend!!

I ordered takeout and decided to wait for my food when I arrived. I wasn't given an estimated wait…read moretime, so I spent about 10 minutes waiting in my car and another 5-10 minutes inside. Since there was only one other table with a couple dining in, I expected the food to come out fairly quickly. It ended up taking around 15-20 minutes for two pupusas and an order of yucca fries. Unfortunately, the yucca fries were very hard and cold and didn't seem fully cooked. The chicharron were nice and crispy and not to fatty. The yucca fries didn't have much flavor so once I got home, I ended up throwing them away. The pupusas, however, were delicious! I tried the mixed and beef asada with cheese, and both tasted fresh and were very filling. The portions were generous, and the prices were reasonable. Pupusas are about $5 ea and yucca fries with chicharron was $4.5. Next time, I'll definitely stick with the pupusas and probably order by phone ahead of time to avoid the wait. One thing I would love to see is some New Mexican-inspired flavors with green chile--adding that local twist would really take the menu to the next level for me!

Not able to try this time but will try soon! Looks very mom and pop style. It was a party of 3 for…read moreus and wanted some adult beverages. Had to go elsewhere for that leisure.

My wife and I recently went here for a late weekend lunch on a recent trip and had an extremely…read moredisappointing experience despite Gobble This being recommended to us. The ambiance was solid, with local artwork and pottery throughout the restaurant. While we were able to get seats immediately, the service was unacceptable. Gobble This had only one chef and one server, which meant that we had to wait 40 minutes for our food even though the restaurant was not crowded. If you are a restaurant in a major tourist area on a weekend, you cannot have just one chef and server for your guests. I got the chicken tacos, which were fine. However, they were not worth the high cost ($25) or the long wait. My wife got a pupusa platter with rice and beans, which cost $20. It came with one medium-sized pupusa and a small amount of rice and beans. This exact dish would cost less than half that amount in a big city. Even accounting for the tourist area higher costs, this was outrageous. There is far better Latin American and New Mexican cuisine in Albuquerque with better portions at more affordable prices; I would go elsewhere for that experience.

Really delicious pupusas! I got a pollo and a chicharron pupusa and personally I think I liked the…read morepollo better but the chicharron was still very good. I also got the yuca frita and was stunned by how much food it was. It was topped with cabbage, chicharron, red onion, and a sour sauce.

A must try food truck in Santa Fe for delicious authentic Salvadorean food…read more This place was our go to because it is consistently great! It's also family run, with a very friendly lady who is the owner, and her sons also now work there too. Pupusas great! Platanos Fritos Yuca frita Pastelitos de pollo WOW! Agua Fresca de melon If you are tired of NM Mexican food come try this place out. Cash only They also now have more options, burgers, breakfast burritos, frito pie. H

I was really dissapointed with Santa Fe's dining scene -- but I was only there for a hot minute…read more This place, totally did not dissapoint. Excellent food, excellent service. We stopped in for lunch and stayed for the gluten free dessert. The food was very rustic and had more soul than the utterly forgettable fare in the downtown Santa Fe plaza area. Go here before you plunk down a bunch of your hard earned money on some generic Tex-Mex/New-Mex/Mex or some pretentious lounge that refuses to sit you if you don't look like a jeweler.

A Santa Fe Treasure - Tune-Up Café…read more Diners like cafe's varied menu, which includes flavorful Salvadoran dishes, delicious pies, and numerous gluten-free options. They also highlight the reasonable prices, generous portions, and the cozy, authentic. I had the Chile Rellenos, and "amazing" feels like an understatement. They were perfectly executed: the chiles were tender yet held their structure, the cheese was beautifully melted, and the batter was light and golden without being greasy. What really sets them apart is the depth of flavor in the sauces. Whether you go red, green, or "Christmas," you can taste the authenticity and the quality of the ingredients in every bite. It's the kind of meal that makes you want to slow down and savor it, yet leaves you planning your next visit before you've even finished. Between the incredible service and the standout flavors, Tune-Up Café is easily one of the best culinary experiences in the city. A must-visit for locals and travelers alike!

* Service was pleasant and attentive *Not very busy but…read morenoticed quite a few pick up orders * Indoor and patio seating options * Food was okay. On the bland- mild side of flavor and spice ... not bad food... just not the umph I was looking for. *Picked this place because I was more interested in trying out El Salvadoran food- and in retrospect should have checked the menu...and I was disappointed to learn they didn't have papusas (apparently only at their food truck) or for that matter a lot of El Salvadoran dishes. *Portion sizes of the entrees were good (not so much for appetizers) and prices a bit steep for some items.

We decided to try this place based on the reviews and it was located within walking distance from…read moreour hotel. We sat outside on the patio and enjoyed the fresh air, the blue skies and sunshine. The service was excellent- very attentive and friendly. Johanna made sure we had everything we needed. We split the Jalapeño Bites with ground beef and the Salvadorian Tostados. The food was 100% delicious and beautifully plated. Large portions so we couldn't finish all of it - which meant a great snack for later. Highly recommend this restaurant!

Great food! Went there with my family and everything was so delicious, they are open Wednesday-…read moreSunday 9:30am-9:00pm

My husband and I love this food truck! It's very hard to find well seasoned food in New Mexico. Her…read morecooking reminds me of the Salvadorian food in California! She has awesome customer service and is very patient. Her food truck is always our first stop in Santa Fe! It's a must to stop.

This has become my new go-to for breakfast and lunch when visiting Santa Fe. Everything I've had…read morehere is great. Amazing flavors and spice, good portions. I especially like the breakfast burritos and "breakfast suer combo" with carne adovada. Great service and value.

Food was okay. They mixed up our order so I got my friend's pupusa with jalapeño and she got my…read morevery boring cheese & squash and said nothing until I saw the sadness in her eyes and she saw mine tearing from the heat ?? I love spicy food so no problem but she was disappointed. I have loved this little restaurant for years and was glad to be reminded of it. First time I had pupusa but many times came in for breakfast whatever, after the pool, and loved it. Super nice people, place.