I checked out an authentic Latin restaurant that absolutely delivered on flavor and quality…read more I ordered the shrimp burrito, and it was packed perfectly tender, well-seasoned shrimp, fresh rice and beans, and all the right toppings wrapped in a warm tortilla. I also appreciated that they offer different protein options, so there's something for everyone whether you're in the mood for chicken, steak, pork, or shrimp. Everything tasted fresh and made to order. On the side, I had the crispy yuca fritas, which were golden and crunchy on the outside with that soft, fluffy center inside. They were seasoned just right and paired perfectly with the dipping sauce. To top it off, I got a horchata sweet, creamy, and refreshing. Would highly recommend this spot. great prices

I was interested in trying this place and I went with the shucco…read more Holy guacamole!! That thing was insane. Chorizo, beef, hot dogs all chopped up on a sub roll. Guac spread all up and down that roll, some sort of cabbage over top of it with the red sauce and mayo. Amazing.

I have been here a couple of times for lunch, and it is always very good! I have gotten the fried…read morewhole tilapia with rice and salad. And also their pupusa with chicharron pork and cheese. They also make fresh fruit smoothies. I got a papaya smoothie which was sweet and refreshing. They make everything fresh to order so it is worth a wait. The place is nice and clean, and they play lively Latino music. I like this place a lot and will be back soon!

This is your standard neighborhood Mexican bakery. Consistent quality with good prices!read more

They serve excellent mofongo, crafted with perfectly seasoned plantains and tasty chicharron…read more Parking is limited nearby, so be prepared to walk a few blocks to reach the restaurant.

Unfortunately I was very underwhelmed with the food and the price for it didn't justify the food…read moreitself. Service was great as it should be. The ambiance was subpar.

I don't hand out five-star reviews lightly, but Delicias Dayana absolutely earned every single one…read moreof them. The moment our food arrived, I knew we were in for something special. Let's start with the beans... finally, real beans! Thick, creamy, flavorful, and not swimming in water like you find at so many other places. It sounds like a small detail, but trust me--it makes all the difference. The crema? Fresh, rich, and delicious. Again, not watery or runny. You can tell they take pride in using quality ingredients instead of cutting corners. The eggs were cooked perfectly, the plantains were sweet and caramelized just right, and every bite tasted homemade. Now... let's talk about the pupusa. I've eaten pupusas all over the DMV and in many different states, so I don't say this lightly... this is one of the best pupusas I've ever had. The masa had the perfect texture, the filling was generous, and the flavor tasted authentic from the very first bite. Here's the funny part... I took a few bites and immediately thought, "Nope... this is way too good to finish here." I asked for a to-go box because I wanted to enjoy the rest for lunch the next day. The gentleman helping us smiled and even brought me an extra bag of curtido without me asking. That small gesture made my day. And yes... that pupusa was just as incredible the next day! The restaurant itself is spotless, comfortable, and beautifully decorated with colorful murals that make you feel like you've taken a little trip to Central America. The staff was warm, welcoming, attentive, and genuinely happy to make sure we enjoyed our meal. If you're anywhere near this area, do yourself a favor and stop by. And if you're an hour away like I am... it's still worth the drive. Great food has no expiration date on distance, and I can already tell you I'll gladly make the trip again just to work my way through the rest of the menu. Thank you, Delicias Dayana, for reminding me what authentic homemade food should taste like. I'll definitely be back... probably sooner than my waistline would like!

I was excited to try this place because I enjoy the restaurant next door. Also I like the shopping…read morebut the food wasn't anything special. The food wasn't bad because I enjoyed the carne asada. However, the rice looked and tested like Uncle Ben's. Some of the wings didn't have a lot of meat on them. The empanadas were interesting. Essentially they used maduros and put a sweet vanilla filling. I didn't particularly like them but it's just personal preference.

Tried something different this time and again 100%. This is always my go too.. the chips come out…read morewarm the fajitas were sizzling And the food is flavorful! The music is loud but they be jamming,the service is great too like they know the proper amount of time to check in.

Note that I haven't had the opportunity to visit Alberto's when they are open (see original…read morereview). I chose the rating above because I suspect they are good when they are open. The problem I cited in my original review was that the door signage and the hours reported on Yelp and Google said they were open on Monday. But the owner sent me a note a short while ago (about a month later now but he doesn't have to answer to me at all) saying they have had to close on Mondays: "Sort for the inconvenience but due to the personal we have to closed on Mondays" The hours on Yelp have been revised today also. The hours on Google now seem accurate. They should also fix the sign on the door but that's a bit less important as you don't see that until you're already there. I don't question a restaurant's right and need to be closed on Mondays. I am used to that. I just need to know if they are or not without actually facing the locked front door.

After a visit to the eye doctor down the street, I thought I'd wait out the Friday traffic in this…read morelittle Mexican/Salvadoran joint just off of Ritchie Highway. When I first walked in, I was greeted by some Juanes playing over the speakers. I later noticed some customers choosing their music off in the corner. The interior has a casual cantina feel to it. A couple of TVs were showing History channel en español. Every table had a bottle of neon-green habanero sauce I recognized from many restaurants in Mérida, Mexico. "Okay, this place is legit," I thought. The chips and salsa were good, though I would have loved some extra salsa. I got three pupusas: revuelto, de loroco, and frijoles con queso. All very tasty. Hot, greasy, and cheesy like a pupusa should be. The pickled cabbage that accompanied was fine, though in other places I'd say it's a little bit crisper and brinier. The cold weather outside made me consider soup. As with most Salvadoran places, the standards were available: de res, de mariscos, and for the brave of heart, modongo (tripe). Considering I just wanted a small bit to eat, I passed when I saw the prices of $10-$11 per bowl. Usually that kind of price tag for soup means HUGE portion. Service is decent and friendly. The hostess sympathetically nodded when I ordered a water sin hielo (did I mention it was freezing outside?). I honestly don't know if the staff speaks English. This wasn't a problem for me, pero si no hablas español, quizás sería mejor si vayas a otro lugar. If you're not sure, give them a call and ask. Once I had ordered and received my food, they didn't come over unless I signaled to them. I certainly would go back, though I'm not often in the area. If you're in the area and want some truly authentic Mexican/Salvadoran food, this is the place.

Pricey pricey pricey! How does a restaurant charge 23.50 for Mexican food and bottled water?…read moreI walked in here on a whim, on second thought, I should have gone to Taco Bell. The music was SO loud I could not hear my server. They want $4.00 for a can of coconut water! Pass pass pass - pricey pricey pricey

Food taste: astonishingly amazing Service: top notch…read more Restrooms: amazingly clean Wait time for food: great. They took their time but I also knew we ordered varies of things and everything felt fresh and the portion was great. Drinks: horchata was delicious Parking: can be difficult.

Nice place! I really like the restaurant, it's very elegant…read moreand pretty. The food is really good, I got the Espagueti Latino and it was tasty! The servers are very kind and friendly.

Desayuno tipico is the best--eggs, tortilla, beans, queso, crema and I add platanos. It is my…read morebiggest craving and pupuseria El Salvador hits the spot

I continue to have great experiences at Pupuseria El Salvador! The pupusas are very filling and…read moremade fresh. The service is great and the prices are good. I like sitting inside because it transports me to such a great community feel.

Came here yesterday looking for barria tacos for my home girl and good food for me. They are in an…read morearea where there are quite a few Hispanic businesses so we felt it would be a safe bet. I so love yelp! I saw the pictures of what the restaurant looked like inside and not for those pictures, I would not have went just from looking at it outside. English is their second language and I am okay with that when it comes to food because that means the authenticity meter goes up. My friend had a ride before me and was sitting down with chips and salsa when I arrived. The restaurant was clean but also had a homily feel which I appreciated. After a few minutes the waitress had not returned so I jumped up to grab a menu and decide what I wanted. The menu was in Spanish but had pictures. That with my bad Spanish allowed me to order but I wanted. After some questions I decided upon two carne asada tacos, traditional. Easy, right? Yes! Those were the best tacos I have had in a long time at a restaurant. To meet with tender and there was not a lot of fat or hard in digestible pieces. The salsa verde was spectacular! I wanted to steal it but I kept my composure and remains classy and left it on the table. I actually really enjoyed my food. Must order the napoles and to it with both green sauces.

La Fondita 2 is a "tresor" (treasure)to be discovered. The store front doesn't have much of an…read moreappeal (It screams out "Memmbers Only" metaphorically speaking), you need to have faith and audacity to venture inside. Once inside the venue, the sweet smell of flavors from across the southern border had all my senses awakened, what came after was just pure bliss in every bite I took of the lamb taco, the lengua taco, the roasted pork taco and the el pastor taco. I was immensely delighted at the idea that they had a great selection of soups to include the seafood soup ( very close to a cioppino). Why 4 out of 5 then?? Well they don't serve alcohol...yet? A good cerveza, a minty mojito and a grandma margarita would definitely make this place a slice of Mexico in our backyard.

I'm giving El Salto 3 stars for service, because our waitress was very attentive and checked in…read morewith us regularly. The food. is not. salted. The salsa tasted like ketchup. The guacamole was literally smashed avocado - no seasoning, no onions or tomatoes or lime or anything. Straight up avocado. We got the special for two - it came with chile rellenos, enchilada, tacos, and tamale. The tacos were probably the best flavor wise but the meat was spread on top of the tamale, and my husband swears the cheese in the rellenos was Rotel. Nothing in our meal was salted either - honestly all of the dishes felt barely seasoned. The atmosphere was pleasant and all of the staff we interacted with were happy and smiling. We didn't hate it, but I don't think we'll be back.

I'll start by saying--I'm not really a Mexican food fan--but I came here to celebrate a friend's…read morebirthday (they love coming here every year), and I can see why it's a local favorite! We only waited about 5 minutes to be seated, which was great for a weekend evening. Once seated, we perused the menu and our server was attentive but not overbearing. I ordered the 3 hard shell steak tacos supreme, and while they were pretty average, I'll admit they were definitely a step above Taco Bell . My friend went with the #6 Dinner Combo (enchilada, taco, rice & beans) plus an extra beef taco--and they were very happy with their meal. The real highlight, though, was the birthday celebration--complete with a sombrero and lots of laughs. You can tell the staff really enjoys making guests feel special. Overall, El Salto has friendly service, solid prices, and a festive atmosphere that makes it perfect for group celebrations. I'll be back next year for the annual birthday dinner... and this time, I've got my eye on the fried ice cream! Pro tip: Come with friends--it's way more fun when you're celebrating something!