Behind Japanese food, Salvadorian cuisine is my second favorite. Yes, ahead of Mexican. A pupusa…read morewith that mildly salty cheese oozing out the sides become crispy is a thing of beauty. Guanaquito is definitely one of the best Salvadorian restaurants I've been to in the valley. Pupusa size and cheese are spot on, my only complaint is that they are a little greasy. Menu is extensive and also other Salvadorian treats

My favorite place for pupusas always hits the spot I drive across town for them and I pass by three…read moreSalvadorian restaurants on the way the people working at this spot are so welcoming and loving definitely my favorite is the chicharrón con queso and also get a ensalada drink and thank me later

My lazy ass had Grub Hub deliver, so I'm only reviewing the food. I ordered the Combinacion…read moreSalvadoren. Let's just say that after a long day of hiking, my eyes were bigger than my stomach. There was enough food there for about four people. The corn tamale was so good, that it almost brought me to tears. Everything else was good, but that tamale . . .

My family and I tried the food at this restaurant a few days ago. The food was bland, it really…read moretasted old. My daughter and husband ordered tamales and they were cold. We had to ask to get them reheated. We ordered a lot of food since we were all starving but we ended up only eating one of the pupusas since everything else was not good. We left hungry and bought something else on our way home. Giving it two starts since the girl at the register was nice.

Food was delicious although some items had a bit too much grease / oil …read more Sadly, the empanadas absorbed too much oil and all you could taste was the oil which was unfortunate. It lacked a crisp crust. Filling was tasty. The horchata was sooo good I wanted free refills ! The pupusas were large and had a good amount of filling and they should be at $5.00 per pupusa. They were 45 cents in El Salvador 22 years ago for comparison. The loroco and cheese was really good ! Revuelta también! The tamale was stuffed but it was too soggy for my liking. Like some water got into the inside of the banana leaf during the cook . Overall it was a great little rincón guanaco ! Try it out. Service was all smiles and fast considering they were busy. Ambience is rustic nice and clean. Wish they played more Salvador music. Hello cumbias ! They were playing a great deal of "fuerza regida" which is good listening too.

Was craving pupusas and found this place on Yelp. The reviews did not lie. The pupusas are made…read morefresh, which meant a bit of a wait (about 35 minutes of sitting and waiting), but they were absolutely worth it. We ordered the 3-pupusa combo with 2 sides for $17.40, which was totally worth the price. We tried the pork and cheese, squash and cheese, edible flower with cheese, and grilled steak with cheese. Every single one was so good. It was my first time trying edible flower with cheese, and it ended up being my favorite. Super flavorful and generously packed with filling. For the two sides, I got yuca frita and rice and beans. I liked how hot n crispy the yuca frita was and the rice and beans were delish. The Salvadoran horchata was HUGE and cost $5.90, which felt very reasonable for the size. Overall, everything was delicious, and I'll definitely be coming back whenever I'm craving pupusas.

This places was awesome! The food was hot and fresh. The staff was great and helpful. The place was…read moreclean and peaceful. All good, worth giving it a try and the prices were great.

The pupusas came out fresh and perfectly warm. The rice was full of flavor and paired really well…read morewith the meal. On top of that, the service was attentive without being overbearing, which made the whole experience even better. Definitely a spot I'd come back to!

Really enjoyed the pupusas here! They were nice and thick, perfectly cooked, and had a great…read moretexture. The tangy coleslaw on the side was delicious, with a nice crunch that paired really well with the pupusas. The hot sauce was also good, although I personally would have liked it to be a little spicier. Packaging was good, service was decent, and overall I had a great experience. I'll definitely be back!

Loved their pupusas! I got the jalapeno & cheese, green chile & cheese, loroco & cheese, and shrimp…read more& cheese. Shrimp & cheese, and green chile & cheese were probably my favorites. They reheat nicely too in the toaster oven. Here, they really pack them. Very delicious, excellent pricing about $5 each. I got 4 for $21. Friendly service too!

These pupusas are amazing and really authentic. They are super tasty and well filled. I have tried…read morethe loroco, revuelta, chicharon con queso, and frijol con queso and they are all amazing you can't go wrong with any. Service is always great, super friendly staff and quick service. Plenty of seating inside, gets busy during lunch hours but that's how you know it's good. I also tried their Jamaica drink it was refreshing without being overly sweet. I finished the meal with a desert called nuegados which is basically yuca that is fried and dipped into a syrup. It was so good! Favorite spot for pupusas around Mesa

This restaurant is a hidden gem in Mesa. Came back to dine…read morein person and the pupusas tasted even better. The lorocos pupusas are my absolute favorite. I love how huge and thick the pupusas are. $4.50 for a pupusa. 2 pupusas is enough for me and I am stuffed! I love supporting small businesses and this restaurant really makes the best pupusas. The restaurant feels very homey like you came over to eat at your grandma's. The red sauce is mild and very good. Their green sauce has a lot of spice to it, so i usually just add the red sauce and the salad (curtidos) on top of my pupusas. We also got their Nuegado pastry which is a salvadorian fried yucca fritter. I really liked it and it was nice to end the meal with a good dessert. The staff are all super nice and they do take card. Easy shared parking in a plaza.

Awful service. They refuse to take orders during the last hour of business, even though their…read moreposted hours say they're open. If you're going to stop serving customers early, update your hours accordingly instead of wasting people's time. Servicio pésimo. Se niegan a tomar órdenes durante la última hora de servicio, aunque su horario publicado dice que siguen abiertos. Si van a dejar de atender clientes antes de tiempo, entonces actualicen su horario en lugar de hacer perder el tiempo a la gente.

Food court dining…read more Overall tasty but a long wait for 2 Pupusas. I got the Chicharon w/frijoles y queso which is Spanish for (pork rinds and beans, and cheese) and a regular cheese. The pickled salad was a bit old and wilted. They give you 1 tiny salsa cup... and sour cream is 50 cents extra. Good, but not amazing. Try this spot if you're shopping but no need to go out of the way....

Papusas are awesome, the service was very friendly and helpful,takes some time but well worth the…read morewait for the freshness. Would certainly recommend the place

DO NOT HESITATE - SUPPORT CRISTINA'S…read more Coming across Cristina's was a bit of a happy accident - I was on the west side and in the mood for pupusas, and Cristina's was nearby. When we walked in, there were a couple of tables filled and 2 groups of people waiting in line. We waited in line before we were asked if we were dining in or taking out, at which point we were prompted to take a seat. We took a while to nail down our order but once we did, it was smooth sailing. Our server brought out our drinks, as well as cutlery, and sauces. The pupusas took a while (freshly made and to order, plus many to-go orders) That said the wait was SO worth it. Aside from the pupusas my mom makes these are the BEST I've had in Arizona. They didn't skimp on the fillings and they were burnt or undercooked. They were just right! The curtido was fairly standard (I just wished there was a little more of it) - and I wish the salsas were spicier (but I am also conscious that not every culture has spicy foods). I WILL be back, and I strongly encourage you to give them a try. --- Honestamente las mejores pupusas que e comido en un restaurante en el estado. Recomendadas!!

The food here was AMAZING! I am not Colombian nor am I the best judge for their food but I ate…read moreeverything off my plate. I had the Arroz con pollo which is shredded chicken with rice, I had fries and a salad on the side! To drink I had a fresh guanabana juice Which was also delicious. The service was great. The lady helped us and explained everything to us, she was waiting on a lot of tables but she was quick and efficient! The ambiance was cool, a lot Of televisions in the restaurant playing soccer games, cartoons and the news! Definitely can't wait to go back again!!

We just finished eating a Philly Cheesesteak next door, but I couldn't resist coming here to try…read moresome Colombian arepas! I must have had a brain fart or something because right after I walked in, the worker greeted us and immediately told us they had empanadas. He said they had chicken, beef, and cheese empanadas. I immediately ordered three chicken and three beef. I forgot about the arepas. The guy said it would be ten minutes. So we browsed their store. As soon as you walk in to the business, the small place looked like it is set up to ship packages. It has a small grocery store in the back, and has a kitchen on the side. The whole store was small, but clean. There was no seating in this place as it is not a sit down restaurant. Food orders are placed to go. Almost ten minutes exactly our empanadas came out. We took them to our car and ate there. We wanted to eat them fresh and hot and boy were they steaming hot. I loved the crispness of the shells. The filling was very flavorful and moist. I dipped them in the salsa and they had had a nice kick. They were delicious!We were able to polish off four. After we arrived home some thirty minutes later, the empanadas were still warm and surprisingly still crispy! I ate the last two. I will definitely return to try their arepas!

Called in order and it was ready when I arrived 15 minutes later…read more Cashier, order lady was so very nice! Took home and enjoyed the cachetadas, similar to soft beef taco. Delicious! Highly recommend the pastelitos. Small but plump beef filled croquette like pastries. Crunchy on the outside, savory and tasty on the inside. For dessert, the fried plantains. Not too sweet and served with table crema. This food is solid, delicious, fresh made, and they appreciate your business. Highly recommend.

Found this place while driving thru Queen Creek as live 'hike in the wall' authentic eateries…read more This place did not disappoint! Food: delicious (allow 10 min to cook as all from scratch). Service: could not be better ( 4 silos take note) Parking: easy and plentiful Clean bathroom, kitchen, rest.