I used to love the food from this place, specially the "mestizo" plate, and the red chilaquiles with chorizo and eggs. About a month ago we went to eat there, and I ordered the mestizo, but the meat was so tough that my hand hurt just from trying to cut the meat, it was so tough to chew, and to me it seemed that the meat was boiled and just heat up on a pan, it was not grilled, it was pale. The casamiento (rice n beans) was super dry. We were the only ones there, that should have been a clue. Today we ordered 3 red chilaquiles with chorizo and eggs (they used to mix the chorizo with the scrambled eggs). The rice was so tough, it was not edible, it was undercooked, what we got were the scrapes that were probably stuck to the pan. The chorizo was not mixed with the eggs, they just placed a whole piece on top of the eggs, the eggs had zero salt. The orders were missing the crema and queso fresco like they used to. The chilaquiles were bitter because some of the tortilla chips were burned. They charged my husband $100 Just for 3 orders of chilaquiles. They charge $4.00 for the small piece of chorizo they add to the plates. So the total should had been $72.40 with tax. I noticed when I tried to replicate the order online that they automatically add a 15% tip. I am sure they do the same when you order in person for to go orders or dine in because their totals never matched my totals. My husband never asks for a receipt, so there was no way for me to double check, but today he told me how much he paid because he saw how upset I was with the scrapes they sent us. This was the last time we will give our business to this sorry a** place. I took a screenshot of how much our total should have been without a tip because our order was to go. read more

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I was skeptical of this spot, but my fiancee is Salvadorian and I knew it would likely make him happy so we decided on this spot for breakfast. First sign to walk away should have been that you have to ring a doorbell to be let in, but whatever, we were already there with company and hungry, so no turning back at this point. The outside and inside of the restaurant is old and outdated, the tables are wobbly and the cherry on top is the cracked dishes. The lady taking the order does not speak a single word of English, so my fiancee translated "chilaquiles" for her. I felt very out of place. The food has 4 star prices with 2 star quality and presentation. If I'm going out to eat I'm not just looking for convenience, I'm also looking for taste and service. The drinks were great, I got the passion fruit juice, fiancee had a bottled Coke and bestie went with a horchata. I paid with card, and I typically decline the tip so I can leave that in cash, but somehow the register decided to add a tip anyway, luckily I noticed so I didn't leave an extra tip. If you don't speak Spanish, don't bother coming here. I would love to give them a try for other items, but sadly the breakfast experience left a bitter enough taste that I will not be returning here. read more

Okay so I've come across a video from an influencer and food looked amazing First of all not one person speaks English is there and none of the food had descriptions or photos No menu but a black board full of chaotic writing with a million items The lady just stands there looking at your soul rushing you into ordering, since we felt rushed and my husband was rushing me, I just ordered whatever Not that she didn't even try to help or ask what we wanted or what each plate brings Pupusas were mid, the curtido looked like it's been sitting out for a while . The plantain with cream and bean pictured here was 19 dollars We ended up spend $60-$65 for this food pictured here!!!! No wonder the restaurant is empty! The cashier is a dead give away on why this place will be shutting down super soon read more

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Extra care to safety for employees and customers. Very clean and simple inside. Good portions. Good flavor especially the black beans! My wife enjoyed her pupusas not greasy. Will be back to enjoy some other items on the menu. read more

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Best good food with a lots of great service and a great sense of serenity and a great sense of the ambiance of nature.

I ordered their Ensalada drink, and It came swollen like it was about to explode. I thought nothing of it and drank it anyway. It was so sour and it tasted like rotten alcohol. I cut it open and the smell was so foul. read more

Mestizo Restaurant - All the fruit looks soggy and raw - Mexican Near Me - Mission Hills, California

high key some of the best pupusas I have ever had. they have a deal for $2.50 per revuelta pupusa when you buy 10 on Thursdays, which made the value for these incredible. loved the salsa and curtido when we ate inside the restaurant. I can tell that they make everything as you order because it took some time to get our order. it's worth the wait! read more

The absolute worst Do not go here. Rice half way cooked, chile rellenos are not authentic, the pupusas and the curtido are tasteless. So don't go here. Food is not good at all. read more

Overpriced food quality is not good. I have never tasted and ensalada with sparking water this is not the traditional recipe. The meat I got was burnt it's not worth the price there are better Salvadorian restaurants down the street in Reseda read more

Service is good, very attentive customer service. Food was solid 7.5. Price is a little high for what the portions. I will come back if I ever want some Salvy food again read more

Mestizo Restaurant - Salvadorean Tipico I added chorizo - Mexican Near Me - Mission Hills, California

Salvadoran Breakfast, beans and rice were over salted, "fresh" tortilla was hard in the corner like it was sitting out, too hard to chew had to spit back out, asked for chorizo with the breakfast and was charged but no chorizo anywhere. If you're going to upsell and charge that much at least include the item. read more

Ordené estos tamales para llevar y al llegar a casa esa fue mi sorpresa no me vuelvo a parar en ese restaurante aparte de caro la comida no sirve wtf I'm so mad ‍ read more

Mestizo Restaurant - Food Tamal de Elote - Mexican Near Me - Mission Hills, California

After living here for so many years I did not know that Mestizo was 5 minutes away and a hole in the wall. When I walked in the first thing I noticed was how clean the restaurant was. Staff was friendly and the pupusas were delicious! 10/10 I also got to try their atole de elote 10/10 & their bean empanada which was sweet and perfect for dessert. I got their pupusa special and well I couldn't be happier. read more

Came across this Salvi spot and, surprisingly, it was good. We ordered pupusas, yuca con chicharrón, and some pastelitos. Omg, I have to say the pastelitos were the highlight of the order. They were pretty nicely sized and full of flavor. read more

Yesterday we ordered pupusas revueltas and de queso y frijoles. The beans had 0 flavor and the revueltas hardly any flavor. Today I had chorro. Never eating here again. Goodbye. read more

Pupusas are amazing and the slaw and sauce is perfect. My favorite pupusa spot in the valley by far.

It's been 2 years since my last review. Time for an update. The food continues to be the best! The service is the best!!! From owners to employees all are such amazing people. Ambiance is fun with cumbias playing loud and place is clean. You won't regret it, food is amazing! read more

Cool spot. I enjoy having a Shrimp Cocktail with a delicious cold Michelada on random Fridays. I love the tropical music playing on the background while enjoying my meal. Alex, was prompt with the meals n drinks. Great service! read more

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I'd give them three stars but they get an extra one because they have the best quesadillas I've ever had. I'm not typically a fan because I find them a little dry but the ones here are a tad moist, which I loved. As for the pupusas, I'm gonna have to give them a 3 out of 5. The masa was a bit too crisp and I could tell right away they didn't use the right cheese. I later learned from the employee that they blend five cheeses together. I wasn't a fan of that. So over all, not a terrible place. My friend really enjoyed them and I didn't hate it. Definitely returning for those quesadillas! read more

I love this place so much. Their pupusas are great, their fried yuca and the chicharrones feel fresh and well cooked, my parents adore when I buy them tamales con crema, their horchata is delicious. My only 2 complains are that the place is pretty small, and that they take a bit too long to bring you the food (but it's expected when you want quality food). I adore this place so much! read more

I order the pupusas deal on Wednesday but for some reason they felt really dry . The chicharon and beans could be tasted and cheese but they felt dry . Unless you like them soaked with the salsa you should be fine . read more

This place needs help with workers. Once the restaurant is filled up, they get busy. It's not their fault they can't handle the rush. Little things are forgotten. A pupsas here, a cortido and salsa missing with the order. Nothing compares to the original country and pricing and it's not fair. But I'm gonna give this place another chance for sure. I gotten food here before and it was done on time and food came out fine. I didn't have the best experience but it's alright. I'm still on a Salvadorian high. Best tip: order ahead (if they can answer the phone while be busy, or to avoid the rush of any kind) There's only so many tables for people to come in and out. Service: don't expect Los Angeles speed with this place they just don't have the support. Food: I got to e Salvadorian breakfast and the burrito and three pupsas. Almost 2 hrs. Usually with this type of place I rate this a 1. Like I said I'll give it another try. read more

Mestizo Restaurant - Desayuno Salvadoreno Beans and rice, crema, plantinos, queso, and the style of eggs you would like it. - Mexican Near Me - Mission Hills, California

My family and I have been coming to this restaurant for over two decades, and they have always been pure, traditional quality. They have the best pupusas in the Valley and some of the best I've ever had, including from El Salvador. Their other food is also just as good, their Yuca con Chicharrón is made perfectly, the yuca is crisp outside and soft and warm inside. Their chilate reminded my mother of her childhood. You will probably have to wait a bit for your order. They receive and prepare orders made vía telephone along with orders made in person and everything is home-made. It is well worth any wait, but if you prefer, you can call and order in advance. They used to have an old-school jukebox, but they still play good Central-American music. The place has been humble, but they really take care of their restaurant. If you like Salvadoran food, or if you want to be given a proper introduction to it: this restaurant is an absolute must. read more

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Excellent food and service. The quesadilla and pupusa were fabulous. Wonderful experience! read more

Mestizo Restaurant - Chicken Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Mission Hills, California

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unfortunately they change the cooks and the quality of the pupusas and food has decrease significantly..

Love this place! The food is very authentic Salvadorian, the Pupusas taste great and the platanos are the best here. Definitely a "Go-to" restaurant. read more

Omg it's super expensive and a 4% charge to use your credit card. Unbelievable for two breakfasts, pupusa, and two drinks $66!!!!! Unfortunately, I'm not going to pay that amount again for their food. I also want to add a day after eating their food. Couldn't sleep because of heartburn and acid reflux both me and my husband got an upset stomach. Please avoid eating here. read more

Kind of a mixed review. Ordered the 'chili rellenos' as the menu stated and it came with just 1. It was good. Not very busy but good 20 minutes to get my lunch. Glad I wasn't in a hurry. The biggest turn off is no chips and salsa? Eek. Good chili relleno (singular). read more

Ordered 4 pupusas of Chicharron and Queso, took 37 minutes to get and there was no chicharron in my pupusa. There was A LOT of cheese and some tomato sauce with what I assume was little bits of chicharron but in small strands so not sure if it was, just tons of cheese. Basically, no taste! Not worth the wait!! read more

Their menudo is to die for! Melt in the mouth triipe that compliment their delicious savory sauce! Worth the trip! It's a pity that they don't always have it available! read more

Good anservice by the guy at the register The panes con pollo were so good:). The pupusas are not greasy read more

Checked out this place as it was recommended by my mom for popusas. I was not disappointed. The food is tasty and hot. Don't come starving because it does take a while to get your order. I had a popusa de loroco con queso and one revuelta both very yummy. The curtido was tangy and crispy, the sauce was spicy and good. I'll be back soon. read more

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We usually order to go but had the chance to stop by and enjoy the food fresh! The taste was perfect, right amount of cheese & revuelta, not like some places where it's overly cheesy. The pastelitos were also fresh , crunchy & savory!! As busy as they were, the service was quick & friendly , you order at the cashier but they bring the food to you & pick up after as well. I loved that they had nothing but good music & even had the premier soccer league on TV. Def recommend for authentic Salvadorian flavor read more

By far the best salmondorian food in los angeles Definitely Worth any drive to get there. The food is smacking. read more

Mestizo Restaurant - Carne quisada!! - Mexican Near Me - Mission Hills, California

The food was absolutely delicious and the service was fast. A must try forsure ! And the horchata was super yummy read more

Mestizo Restaurant - Desayuna Salvadoreano - Mexican Near Me - Mission Hills, California

I don't normally leave reviews but, this place is a 10/10! The customer service is absolutely amazing! The food is phenomenally well done! The ambiance is cozy and relaxing. I ordered pupasas revueltas and loroco con queso, side of Platanos Fritos con frijoles y crema. I definitely recommend this place! 10/10 read more

Great food at decent price. Love their Pupusas and chilaquiles. You can order ahead of time. read more

Mestizo Restaurant - Mestizos Menu. Awesome food. - Mexican Near Me - Mission Hills, California

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Excellent food ,love the homie flavor ,this place never disappoint ,ice cold beer too, read more

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I can't believe I hadn't tried this place in the 10 years we have lived near it. It is delicious, the pupusas were VERY GOOD and authentic. They had a lot of "filling", other restaurants just have a bunch of masa and not enough filling. The revueltas were my favorite! The flavor was perfect and they were cheesy goodness. The curtido and slasita de tomate had a nice kick and the authentic taste was perfect. We also had the atole de elote, tasted delicious, and had actual elote in it. Soooo good!!! Lastly the empanadas de leche were the perfect finish to our meal. The owner Carlos and his daughter we nice and welcoming, he shared some insights about the menu and how everything is made fresh in house. FINALLY what sold me- as soon as I walked in, THIS PLACE IS CLEAN!! The floor was spotless, the dining area was clean, tables and chairs were spotless and the kitchen looked pretty spotless. The this place, you won't be disappointed if you want authentic Salvadoran food. I wish I would have tried it sooner, it's a hidden GEM. read more

El Mestizo is a Central American restaurant that offers a vibrant ambiance and authentic cuisine. The menu features a variety of flavorful dishes, including pupusas, tamales, Gallo Pinto, and Carne Asada. The restaurant emphasizes locally sourced ingredients, providing a fresh and sustainable dining experience. The staff is friendly and attentive, ensuring a pleasant visit. While it can get busy during peak hours, El Mestizo offers an enjoyable and authentic taste of Central America. A definite place to visit! Oh and you have to try the custard filled empanadas! read more

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