Loroco Bistro

I went on a 4 mile walk on the Whittier Greenway Trail, and decided to treat myself to some pupusas…read moreon my way back. I had a pupusa revuelta and a pupusa de frijol y queso. Both hit the spot. The pupusas were fresh (I could hear them being made) and they had aguas frescas, my favorite de melón. I think I'll Make this a habit :)

Thank You Bichos for helping me with Dinner tonight. My family absolutely loved the pupusas…read morerevueltas, last de queso y la sabrosa yuca con chicharron. Super Delish Also LA Camiseta de Maradona y El Mago Gonzalez is going to make a perfect present for my brother. Thanks again family your food and service are 10/10

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Pupusas up to 23 flavors of pupusas

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El Divino Salvador Del Mundo Restaurant Pupuseria

3.7(75 reviews)

0.7 mi

Small " MOM & POP Shop" Don't misunderstand my 4/5 stars…read morehere . This Delicious tasting Popusas Definitely deserves a 10/10 ! The reason why I put 4/5 is the lack of customer service. The lady on the grill never smiles and grunts sometimes hahaha but if you get over that :). You will find yourself in an authentic Salvadoran restaurant and the flavors this place has !!!! Will satisfy your cravings ! I have had popusas all my life but this one has definitely surpassed all the favorites. Must try ! That is for sure . Ps. If you love old school Tupperware containers sets , here is where you will find endless options for sale.

I came in after finding this spot close by my companies new warehouse and i am glad that I did. It…read morelooks like they have a lot of good traditional dishes to try the next ti e I go. This visit was for pupusas. I ordered two Revuletas (mixed), one Quest Con Loroco (cheese with locmroco), and one Queso Con Frijol (cheese and beans). They were all made fresh and were delicious! The pickled cabbage and salsa brought all the flavors together very nicely. I ordered a sode of cremation bit barely used it since the flavor combination was so good. Service was great too. They guy that helped me explained what was what and the lady who was cooking seemed pleasant too. I'm headed back to try their other options soon!

Tupperware containers sets / endless options and sizes :) great for presents

El Divino Salvador Del Mundo Restaurant Pupuseria

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Guayabal Salvadorian Restaurant and S.B.

4.2(39 reviews)

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I've been here a couple of time the past couple of years for pupusas, mainly & this is a pretty…read moresolid place. The food is fresh, tasty, reasonably priced & the service always comes with a smile.

I came here for lunch. Staff was nice. I ordered 2 shrimp tacos. The tacos took too long to come…read moreout but that wasn't my issue. Each of my tacos only had ONE small shrimp in it. It was packed with cabbage as a filler. Extremely disappointed. $4 per taco with only one small shrimp in each.

Guayabal Salvadorian Restaurant and S.B.

Fried plantains, beans, and cream.

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Pupusas, curtido, and salsa.

Paseo San Miguel

4.2(320 reviews)

6.0 mi

Paseo San Miguel is hands-down my favorite Salvadorian restaurant . I've been going there for seven…read moreyears, and their food never disappoints. From the pupusas de loroco to the fried yuca with pork aka chicharron and the sopa de pata or chicken (gallina)my mom's favorite, every dish is a flavor sensation. The staff is super friendly, always calling you 'corazón' , making you feel right at home. Give it a try, and I promise you won't regret it! SPANISH Paseo San Miguel es, sin duda, mi restaurante salvadoreño favorito . Llevo yendo siete años y su comida nunca me decepciona. Desde las pupusas de loroco hasta la yuca frita con chicharrón y la sopa de pata o gallina , la favorita de mi mamá, cada plato es una auténtica delicia. El personal es súper amable, siempre te llaman "corazón" , haciéndote sentir como en casa. ¡Pruébalo y te prometo que no te arrepentirás!

Delicious pupusas and they give you lots of Curtido and salsa which I love! Friend had the mojarra…read morefrita which was tasty but lots of sharp spiny bones so beware when eating! It was packed on a Friday night and it was nice to see it looked like almost all locals and families. The service wasn't great, our waiter never checked on us at all, but he was busy so we cut him some slack.

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Pupusa with cabbage and salsa

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Corner view. Parking in rear or the street

Cancun Mexican Restaurant & Pupuseria Cuisine

4.5(62 reviews)

1.2 mi

Food is great!!! The Camerons a La plancha are the go to must eat. They treat you like familia as…read moresoon as you walk through the door. During the FIFA World Cup season you can be guaranteed to see the current match.

This hole in the wall spot is so good it should be more packed ! The service is so good everyone…read moreworking here is so kind the pupusas are to die for and the crunchy beef taco is super fresh unlike other restaurants. The beef is super soft and smooth and the pupusas are filled with cheese. You can hear the lady in the back making the food by hand. 10/10 recommend I will be back

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4 delicious pupusas that I've had in a long time and will be returning back again.

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Just waiting for my food . ... love having lunch here!

Luna Maya Grill

3.4(293 reviews)

3.6 mi

This place was so good! My bf and I came on a Saturday night and it was pretty packed. All the…read morestaff were very friendly:) it was my first time here.. we kept it simple and ordered pupusas and congri. Pupusas were so delicious!! I ordered two revueltas and bf ordered bean and cheese and one lo roko and pork. I could only finish one of course.. and I will definitely be back to try more of their dishes!

In a strip mall with decent parking. Place was clean, bathroom was spotless. The food was pretty…read moregood. The pupusas were the star... big and filled perfectly. We had the Desayuno Maya, the Tipico, a couple of pupusas and the chicharron with fried yuca. The breakfasts were great. Eggs, blended beans, sour cream, cheese, etc. I thought the chicharron could have used a little more seasoning. But the fried yuca was delicious! The service is why there is a star missing. And I almost took off 2 stars, it was so bad. They had us sit ourselves and just pointed at a table. It took them 10 minutes to give us a menu. The food took a little too long to make. We didn't get drink refills and we had to go to the register to pay. If you can live with that, then this is a great place for Salvi food.

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Lo'roko Pupuseria & Grill

4.0(824 reviews)

4.2 mi

First time here & loved the food! Estella attended us with care and very welcoming ! Definitely…read morewill be back !

Delicious! This place is so good.. I've been here several times and it never ever disappoints!!…read moreIt's a hidden gem in bellflower, i highly recommend their pupusas, my favorite are the chicharron and revueltas! I've also had the huevos con loroco and huevos rancheros! Both so good!

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Lomo Saltado Criollo!!

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El Curtido

3.8(256 reviews)

7.7 mi

Good, affordable food! I was on the hunt for some pupusas and discovered this place near me. The…read morewaitress was nice and attentive and answered all of our questions. The interior seemed a bit dated and wasn't anything too impressive. The booth seating also felt pretty cramped, so I'd recommend sitting at one of the regular tables if you have the option. The food itself was pretty decent, especially for the price. However, we ordered the Super Plato Tipico and noticed that a few of the items that were supposed to come with it were missing. When we asked our server about one of the missing items, she immediately replied, "Your tamale? Yeah!" which made it seem like she already knew it hadn't been brought out. I would've appreciated it if she had mentioned that the kitchen was behind or let us know the missing items were still coming instead of waiting for us to notice and ask. Overall, the food was affordable and satisfying, and I'd come back for the pupusas. The service was friendly, but communication about the missing items could definitely be improved.

First off, don't expect the ambiance to be anything special. In fact, when you pull into the…read moreparking lot, first thing to grab your attention is half of the neon sign of the restaurant name has gone dark. For a second you think it's called "El Curt". Tthe interior must once be decent back in the 80s since the upholstery of the booths look like it was once an ihop. There aren't too many salvadoran places so if you crave salvadoran food this is probably it. i ordered the Bistek Special with plantains and my friend got the Plato Tipico (which comes with a variety of samplers to try like pupusa, yucca, etc. I think if it's your first time trying this type of food, it's probably best to order the Plato Tipico since it provides a nice variety. For the most part, the food was pretty good. Although, you do need to be okay with slightly tougher fried yucca. While tasty, make sure you have good quality dentures. The Bistek Special was also pretty good but it didn't offer the same type of true Salvadoran experience.

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Carne Asada plate

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Pupuseria El Tazumal

3.7(166 reviews)

3.4 mi

Pupusas were rlly good & flavorful! Good size, & I personally like that they weren't too cheesy!…read moreJust the right amount of cheese & chicharron for my liking! I placed an order ahead of time on grub hub. Order placed at 7:45pm, I arrived at their location at 8:00pm! My order was ready at 8:20 which was just about right around my expected timeframe for pick up! They have plenty of indoor seating!

Long hair in my pupusas so disgusting how did they not see it was long. Not ordering from there…read moreanymore

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Pupusas Revueltas

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Bogart P.

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3 years ago

I recently had the opportunity to dine at Loroco Bistro, a Salvadorian food restaurant in town. While the food was undeniably delicious, my overall experience was overshadowed by the extreme high prices and some service-related issues. Let's start with the food. Loroco Bistro offers a variety of authentic Salvadorian dishes that truly capture the flavors and essence of the cuisine. Each bite was a delightful explosion of taste, leaving me craving more. From their pupusas filled with cheesy goodness to their mouth-watering carne asada, the quality and flavor of the food were exceptional. However, the prices at Loroco Bistro raised a few eyebrows. While I understand that good food comes at a cost, the prices here seemed disproportionately high, making it less accessible for everyday dining. It would be great to see some more affordable options on the menu to widen the restaurant's appeal and attract a broader customer base. Another area that requires attention is the level of customer service. During my visit, I couldn't help but notice that there was only one waiter taking care of the entire restaurant, which was bustling with customers. This led to delays in food delivery and a bit of frustration amongst diners, myself included. Loroco Bistro would greatly benefit from hiring additional waitstaff to ensure a quicker and more efficient service, especially during peak hours. Furthermore, I must mention that on the day of my visit, the lack of air conditioning made the dining experience rather uncomfortable. While one can appreciate the cozy ambiance, it was unfortunate that no flow of air could be felt whatsoever. Installing an air conditioning system would greatly enhance the overall dining experience, ensuring patrons are comfortable throughout their meal. Despite these areas for improvement, I believe that with some adjustments, Loroco Bistro has the potential to create an amazing dining experience. By addressing the high prices, expanding the waitstaff, and improving the ventilation, they can further enhance their already delicious food and create a more enjoyable experience for their customers. In conclusion, Loroco Bistro offers mouth-watering Salvadorian food that truly impresses with its flavors. However, the high prices, lack of sufficient waitstaff, and inadequate ventilation detracted from an otherwise great experience. With a few adjustments, this restaurant has the potential to become a go-to spot for Salvadorian cuisine in town. read more

Carina O.

11 months ago

I want to start off by giving LUCY 5 stars she was very nice, professional, attentive above all great customer service. The food was delicious. The pupusas are big with flavor. Now the place was disappointing due to no AC. The windows are closed to keep flies out due to no screen protectors. I asked Lucy if the AC can be turned on and she said the owners have not fixed the AC. To the owners, please fix the AC not only for customers but for your employees. From a person who works in the kitchen, having your employees work under those conditions is unacceptable. Please fix your AC unit. read more

Emma G.

9 months ago

Bad customer service , server was extremely rude I really wish I was to see the reviews before driving and wasting my time on checking this place out I seen a girl post it on tik tok so I decided to come check it out but yeah I was wrong , I walked out because the server just kept rolling her eyes to everything I was saying, they definitely need to learn their customer service a little better because they do not know how to treat their customers whatsoever . And it looks really dirty inside .. read more

Pedro P.

1 month ago

El servicio es inigualable. Especialmente de parte de Jenny (es preciosa) y tambien de Lucy. La comida, ni se diga, es totalmente autentica y deliciosa. Mis saludos a las señoras cocineras. Todo esta riquisimo. Se lo recomiendo a qualquier persona natal o extranjera. No se va arrepentir! Vayan a visitarlo read more

Ashley G.

6 years ago

This place is amazing! I'm fully Salvadorian so it's hard for me to find a authentic place to eat good salvi food! This place is it! 100/10 would recommend! The food was so fresh, the place was so clean, and the workers were very attentive and friendly. Can't wait to come back! read more

Juan M.

2 months ago

Buen servicio la comida esta bien proporcionada la mejor horchata y lomo salteado ..servicio amable y rapido..ambiente relajado y tranquilo. Nuestra miserable siempre amable (Lucy)...amable y servicial. read more

Jose C.

5 years ago

Esta si era sopa de pata. Muy buen sabor y buena porción. La pupusa revuelta también estaba muy rica. Fueron muy amables, me gustó la comida y el servicio. ¡Les recomiendo la sopa de pata! read more

Omar R.

6 years ago

What a great experience. I went to this restaurant to get some food and i had a great experience. Great customer service and unique flavor in the food. I do recommend this restaurant. read more

Xiomara G.

2 months ago

Uno de mis lugares favoritos para disfrutar en familia y con amistades , excelente servicio y la comida está deliciosa, Lucy es nuestra mesera favorita . Buena música read more

Edgardo G.

2 months ago

Afirmo este visita confirmo Sabores de mi tierra ESA , con el tiempo la comida no esperamos tanto en 15 minutos estaba comiendo mi familia todo exelente recomendado read more

Joaquin A.

2 months ago

recomiendo este lugar muy delicioso todo, la mariscada salvadoreña está muy rica, el ambiente muy agradable muy limpio la atención 10/10

Eriq M.

6 years ago

Delicious. Food was on point. Service was great. Pupusas are big and cheesy, under $3. Great place check it out.

Harry N.

3 years ago

Amanecer Ranchero all day everyday. Amanecer Ranchero all day everyday. Amanecer Ranchero all day everyday. read more

Ima F.

6 years ago

This place is amazing! The food was delicious and the service was on point. This place will not disappoint.

Hector V.

4 years ago

The pupusas here are 10/10. Down the block from my house. Great spot, great price. Recommend highly

Sally M.

2 years ago

Pupusas are really bad. They need to change the recipe , it's trash. Would never go there again

Rodrigo H.

6 years ago

The pupusa where good they where worth what you pay for. Will sure go back to this place again.

Adriana E.

6 years ago

Found a new place to go get pupusas they are so good and big you can share one or have one.

Ricardo H.

3 years ago

Some of the best food I've had in a while. I'm telling everyone I know about this place

Sal R.

785

1 year ago

Food and service always good just a little over priced but food quality is worth it!

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