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4.3 (104 reviews)
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Jarred F.

We had the most fun company party here. They catered and attended to all of our needs while providing us an opportunity to have a ton of fun with their karaoke and DJing. I would highly recommend this for your company holiday party, we all got to get out of our element and it was a refreshing cultural experience for all. Now the food... phenomenal and we had their fried chicken, which should not be slept on. Of course get all the papusa flavors and the non-alcoholic fruit drinks are amazing. This is a top quality spot in GVR for a family owned, fun, and delicious experience.

Maureen W.

3rd time here while in town visiting, always hits the stop. Don't sleep on the Birria Pupusas, it as legit fire!!! Service is always great, even though it was packed with american futbol fans. Always clean and nice decor.

Food was really good, I would say exceptional. Service was great. The place was neat and clean.

I went out to dinner with my family, and when it was time to pay, the waitress informed us there would be an extra charge for using a debit card. In Colorado, it's illegal to add a surcharge for debit card transactions. It felt unfair and concerning, especially since many in the Hispanic community may not be aware of their rights in situations like this. Because of this experience, I won't be returning to this location.

Leicie Y.

I'll be honest, I had no idea what a pupusa was. I was just looking for a place to have dinner with some friends while we were traveling for a conference and I saw that this place had a lot of good reviews. Let me tell you those reviews are warranted. The restaurant is located in a shopping plaza so there is ample parking. The interior is very casual. Of course being here, I had to order the pupusas. I ordered the chorizo and asada. For those like me that didn't know what they are it's almost like stuffed naan. It was surprisingly good. Everyone seemed to really enjoy themselves. I would definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area.

Beef soup was so good, allot of yuca and that was my favorite! The food always reminds me of my moms cooking and the Salvador culture..
Carmen B.

The food was delicious, we order 3 pupussa and beef soup. Just a little over priced but overall so good!

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Josh M.

It's my first time having Salvadorian food so keep this in mind. I went in with an open mindset and no expectations. My server was great and she was on point. The general feel of the atmosphere felt very authentic. My main problem was with the food. I enjoyed the Pupusas at first but after I was halfway through with it the taste got very bland and rich. Same goes for the enchiladas. They seem to love coleslaw because that was on every single one of my dishes. I wish I would have gotten the steak or something else but you live and you learn! I'm one of those people that usually finishes their plate, but in this instance I just couldn't.

Coconut mojito!
Andrew F.

Wow, this place is fantastic! The food is awesome and the service was perfect. I had 2 pupusas (chorizo and pina & queso), plantains, and a coconut mojito. Wow! That was a lot of food, and delicious. You've just got to try this.

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Samantha G.

Delicious! I've never had (or heard of) Pupusas but they are so good. We got the livers boat and the plantains and fried yucca appetizers. All were delicious!! The waitresses working there were very sweet and we overall had a great experience!

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Ricky E.

Took an Uber from the airport to this delicious location for some pupusas. It's around 3pm and it's only me and another patron. I'm not sure why there isn't a line put the door but I'm happy because I didn't have to wait. This place is amazing!! I ordered two mixed and they are made fresh. So soft and spongy. Full of flavor. Filling. Great portion for the price. Two has me full. I loved the curtido too. It was served with a small portion so I asked for more and definitely a great decision bc I was able to savor these even more. They have two different salsas and the spicy one is just the right amount of spice. It was worth the Uber ride here for sure. Highly recommend. I like their decor too. Very hip and great music.

Pupusa asada y queso
Kimber H.

My first time trying El Salvadoran food and the primary item is pupusas. We went during lunch on Friday and it was reasonably busy. That's a good sign. Pupusas ordered: asada, bean, chicken, al pastor all with cheese. Pork tamal and empanadas de platano. It was meh for me, but my taste buds don't go gaga for this type of cuisine. However, my counterpart said it was delicious and will come back. 5 stars for cleanliness, service, and quality of food.

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Great little lunch stop. Had spinach and chicken pupusas, plus salvi bowl with chicken. All were very tasty. Plus very friendly service!

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Amazing food and kind staff would definitely come back- the pastor pupusa was so great

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Food and service was excellent. My husband I enjoyed our meal. Lots of flavor. Will come back again.

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Never heard of a pupusa but now it's in my daily vocab, these things are crazy good. Empanadas are good too.

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This place is the definition of hole in the wall BUT for all the right reasons. Small, authentic…read moreand amazing pupusas. Pupusas are thick, stuffed corn masa filled with things like cheese, beans, pork, fish and grilled. We started with the curtido, which is the traditional Salvadoran pickled cabbage slaw. Tangy, crunchy relish made from finely shredded cabbage, carrots, pickled in vinegar. Our party of two decided to share the mixto. This hit the right spot because it had everything from savory to sweet and more. Two pupusas, fried yuca, banana leaf tamale, sweet corn tamale, fried plantain, plantain empanada, savory empanada, sour cream and cheese. For those looking for a little spice in their lives, you can pick your poison. Watch for this salsas, you've been warned. Stop in and experience the taste of El Salvador!

This was an absolute amazing find during my trip to Colorado. These are legit, homemade pupusas and…read moreman was I happier than a bug in a rug Located in a packed small plaza, Pupusas Lover delivers on flavor and authenticity! The place is small but definitely cozy and inviting. The staff are kind and treat you like family. The food was absolutely amazing and some of the best I've had in a long time. The pupusa was perfectly balanced, it wasn't under or over stuffed. The tamal was perfectly sweet and was balanced out by the saltiness of the crema it was served with. The maracuya tastes just like back in Miami. Next time I'm in Colorado I'm making it my mission to stop by here again.

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I got a chance to visit this (El) Salvadorian restaurant today as I was in the neighborhood of…read moreGreen Valley Ranch midafternoon for a business matter I needed to take care of and here is how it went. I'll admit; I am still new to this cuisine and yet I've been to a really good restaurant that boasts this type of food in the central Denver. Having that memory still fresh in mind, when I discovered this place accidentally today, there was no need for me to waste time to second guess about the food. The restaurant is easy to spot; its restaurant name is clearly on the front of the building with big letters. Its boastful existence to let people know about it is something I can appreciate. My anticipation was high due to its current ratings of near-perfect 5 stars. Whereas I've been to places where I truly thought they were simply overrated, I was under the impression that this place was an exception. Upon entering the eatery, a bright pastel colored mural (or wall painting I should say) with restaurant name on it was right in front of me. Its vividness - as if to say that it depicts the colorfulness of the dishes they serve - was a sure indication that it is a diverse restaurant with flavorful cooking. This also enhanced my anticipation. While I was taking some photos at the reception that was unmanned, a young lady eventually came to me with a welcoming voice. She then immediately asked me if I was there for a dine in or to go to which I said to go. The menu is a good size. Colored pictures with easy-to-understand dish name and the description, no person gets confused with what they have to offer. My intent was to get me a few small side dishes and yet as soon as I saw the "Paradise Plate" ($31.95 as of June 14, 2025), I was like, "why not?" even though I wasn't there to buy a huge plate to be shared with someone else. If you visit this place for the first time, this dish is recommended as it has everything. And the portion is huge (this can be easily split between two people.) The plate contains 3 traditional pupusas (which you'll be asked to choose from the traditional pupusa section), 1 chicken or pork tamale, 1 corn tamale, 1 savory empanada, fried yucca (2 pieces) and fried plantain (2 pieces) are all in 1 plate. On top of that, coleslaw type salad/veggie and red sauce accompanied the whole thing so when the young lady handed me my food, the plastic bag was quite the weight. Oh my goodness, what did I just get??? As a tradition of mine, as soon as I got to my car, I immediately opened the bag and then I was like oola la, I realized that I simply got waaaaaay too much food for one person. Sound like I was complaining and yet I was filled with unexplainable joy that filled my heart and mind. Some were deep-fried, some were pan-fried or oven-baked. However they were cooked, their rich and oily flavors with all kinds of spices and ingredients were all over my mouth. I ate some of it in 2 separate sittings and yet the container still had plenty of food left for me to morsel the next day. No wonder this place has 4.5 stars by people who experienced the goodness they offer. Let's not forget. The restaurant is a good size. It was clean. It's got some bar seating perfect for solo diners. I wonder how crowded it gets on a peak lunch or dinner time. Anyway, I am not sure how many (El) Salvadorian cuisine restaurants that exist in the greater Denver area and yet, this must be ranked one of the top 5 for sure. I may still like the one on Colorado Boulevard as it's a lot closer to my house (for a convenience reason), this place checks for great food and service. Whereas I thought some of the foods were a bit too oily to my liking, its overall food quality speaks for itself as to why people fancy this restaurant. For those who live in the Green Valley Ranch neighborhood, lucky them!

Been craving pupusas and these were fantastic and freshly made. Small, clean location in a fairly…read morequiet strip mall the SE corner of Hampden and Chambers with a friendly staff. We tried the Serrano & cheese and the Pork, Bean & Cheese pupusas. Served with a house sauces and slaw, these were hot crisp and tasty with fresh Serranos throughout. I suggest sharing 2-3 to try the flavors for two people. We could got three and had leftovers. We will be back to explore the menu.

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