Xinia never disappoints. The pupusas are on fire, the yuca frita with chicharrón is amazing, and…read morethe empanadas are always fresh. I'm Mexican but I come here for my Salvadoran food fix..this is the spot for authentic Salvadoran food."

I used to come here more often when I worked in Richmond as it was on my way home. Yesterday, I was…read morein the area and figured I would stop by. I am so disappointed at the food changes and feeling bad to give a bad review as I love supporting small businesses and love Salvadorean food. There's a lot of room to improve. I've been eating Salvi food since I was child. If you order to go check before you leave. I had an item missing. I called and was able to get a refund. She handled it nice too since she forgot to add it. I took food to go. I added pictures on all. The tamales both chipilin and pork were good. The masa was excellent. The size was small to medium. The pupusas are tiny, they are good but nothing extraordinary. As they are small there's no cheese stretch or a good feel about the filling. The masa is good. The quesadilla pasty was crumbly, it did not feel fresh. It was dry with no flavor compared to ones I've eaten before. The best Salvi quesadillas are moist. The guava, pineapple, and custard empanada pastry were small. The pineapple one did not feel fresh, more on the dry side, crumbly compared to other flavors. The pork empanada was probably the worst. They were tiny with hardly any filling. The empanadas usually have a ground meat or shredded chicken. This one had pieces of pork so it was not flavorful at all. There's table seating indoors and outdoors. The yucca con chicharron was okay too. Usually it comes with a salad like but this one came with 1 beet, 1 slice of tomato and 1 slice of cucumber with a small bag of curtido. No sauce. Tip: The server gave me a business card and recommended to call for orders to go as the waiting time was 30 minutes. I did not mind waiting. I appreciated her sharing this. Tip: recommend the pork tamal. The pupusas if hungry get at least 3.

My son wasn't feeling well and wanted an Acaí bowl for which I would happily get for him as it has…read morelots of health benefits and calories he really needed. I am also boycotting most major chains so o wanted to go somewhere local. This place is about 2 miles from my house and they had really nice options with lots of different sizes. I got a chicken potato coxinha and a banana and peanut butter coconut milk smoothie. Everything was good and she prepared it right in front of me. They had in door and outdoor seating and WiFi. Good spot.

I come here about once a week with my family and we absolutely love it. This is the best acai bowl…read morein the entire Bay Area. I have tried so many places, but nothing compares to this spot. Both the Traditional and the Americano bowl are fire. The Traditional feels like the real deal if you like that classic Brazilian taste, and the Americano is a little lighter but packed with flavor. You really cannot go wrong with either one. They also have delicious Brazilian snacks and treats, so it is easy to grab something extra when you are here. Everything is always fresh, tasty and prepared with care. The people who work here make you feel welcome too, which is a big part of why I keep coming back. If you love acai or just want something refreshing and satisfying, this is the place. I recommend it every time.

I had just wrapped up my visit to the dentist where I received a clean bill of health. So I decided…read moreto balance things out with a nice, sugary boba drink from Kuboba. Kuboba specializes in Filipino-inspired empanadas and boba drinks. And has a pretty nice variety of tasty boba flavors to choose from. I went with the Mango with Fresh Mango Wall and really enjoyed the fresh mango taste. Added some boba as an optional topping and was delighted to see that their boba toppings were fresh and had a great, chewy consistency to them. Service was nice, and the interior has some great decor that make for some great photo ops. Metered parking is available on Telegraph.

The empanadas were everything!!! super flaky, stuffed all the way through, and packed with flavor…read more I tried the chicken adobo, beef kaldereta, longanisa, spicy curry, cheeseburger, and mango cheesecake, and honestly... no skips. The savory ones were bold and comforting, and the mango cheesecake was the perfect sweet ending. Plus, the spot itself is cute and they even have a little kubo photo-op inside. Great food, great vibes, and definitely worth the stop. I'll 100% be back.

A hidden, cozy gem. I've never tried Guatemalan food, but I'm so glad I did! The food was so…read morefilling and delicious. Staff was friendly to provide recommendations since it was my first time. I will be back to try more! PS: The churros are a must try -- not optional!! So good

Walked in greeted right away! 10/10! She was delivering an…read moreorder. She said I will be right with you. Very nice polite so far I love it here. She quickly came back. I told her I would love the lunch special. She said ok. She said the sodas are right behind you. Coke,sprite,Diet Coke. I appreciate she explained the ones I could have. BC the refrigerator was filled with tons of sodas. The meal came out very quickly. Hot fresh smelled great! 10/10! I go to my car drove to my destination. I began eating my food. Chicken very good. Not overly salted which is great for me. BC of high blood pressure. 10/10. Fries just your normal fries. I'm glad they weren't salty. 4/10. Fries. I like mines cooked hard so be it. Home made tortillas! 10:10 would recommend! Coke nice and cold refreshing. Bon o Bon delicious wafer,chocolate candy. I liked it. I will return! Excellent Customer Service!

Was put onto Starbread Bakery and the famous senorita bread by my partner years ago and recently…read moregot some while we were in San Pablo. There are a few places across the Bay Area that serve senorita bread but this place has been the one that consistently is the best value and quality that we have been to thus far. This bakery is a pretty small place, really only meant for ordering a good number of pastries to-go. We got 20 for around $16 (which hurts a bit considering it was a good amount cheaper just 3-4 years ago) and they came piping hot. The senorita bread is a perfect mix of buttery and fluffy, and better yet, is great even after being in the refrigerator as it can easily be heated back up at a later time. Love this place and is the place to go for our favorite Filipino pastry.

My partner and I made the trek here today since this is the closest location to us and we were…read morecraving señorita bread. We should have just gone to the Daly City location instead. Not only were these soggy, but we were cheated. We ordered 40 pieces (2 boxes of 20) for $32. When we got home to split them up for our relatives, we found there were only 16 in each box!!! Safe to say we'll never be coming back to this location. Make sure you count how many pieces they give you!

Despite what the Zeitgeist has led you to believe, notwithstanding the footsteps of tango dancers,…read morethe caterwauling of Eva Peron, the hepness of Javier Milei, the two dozen ex Nazis in exile - despite all this, there is nothing exotic about Argentine cuisine. Though not all things quotidian are to be jeered at. Just because Argentine food shares more commonalities with the American Midwest than your fantastic images of 'the Spanish New Word' might suggest does not mean it is disposable. Grabbing an empanada or two at Cafe Buenos Aires will be an event not out of the ordinary. Beef empanadas with mince, onions, bell peppers and eggs; picada with bits of steak, onions, bells and potatos (best); fuggazzeta, stuffed with salt purged onions, mozzarella and herbs; humita, corn bell peps, and mozz; classic ham n cheese. Each and every one of these flavor combinations are firmly implanted into your vernacular. I mean ham and cheddar are to your dining repertoire what the chord progression A- E -B7 are to the rock n roll. Again, just because it's basic doesn't mean it's not good. The empis are done right. From the filling to the wrapper. That pretty much covers it. Other than, of course, the chimichurri, which does its job. I didn't see any other Argentine staples on the menu: no pizzas, no choripan, even among the deserts no alfajores were spotted. They do feature a yerba mate latte.

I was in the neighborhood to do some Holiday errands and needed a late afternoon caffeine boost. I…read morehad been to the Berkeley area frequently and wanted to try out this little Cafe iI had always passed. Yesterday presented itself to try it out. It was a small , quaint little cafe and had a neighborhood ambiance feel. It had a display case with Savory and sweet selections of empanadas. I had ordered a Mocha with almond milk and a Chorizo empanada. I also bought a Peach empanada, as well. I had ordered them to go and the staff were very friendly. Mocha was really delicious and the Chorizo empanada was ok. I really liked the Peach empanada, though. Definitely will go and try more of their empanada next time.

This was actually my first experience with Mongolian cuisine, so I was very interested to find out…read morewhat it's like. When we walked in, no staff was out front, so we stood around a bit before we were seated. The staff quickly disappeared again, and throughout our meal, they were usually disappeared somewhere in the back. If you want something quick like extra utensils or napkins, you may need to wait a bit before someone appears. When ordering, we wanted to try both the Beef Buzz ($14.99) and the Fried Beef Buzz ($15.99). The lady who took our order said they were the same thing, and offered to just give us one half/half order instead of ordering two of essentially the same dish. We agreed to that offer, but she didn't mention anything about how that'll be charged. Of course, we ended up being charged the higher price of $15.99. Not a huge deal, but some better communication there would've been appreciated. We also ordered the Beef Huushuur ($14.99). The Beef Huuchuur arrived first, and it didn't look anything like we expected. The photos from online reviews all looked it'd come in an empanada shape, but it actually came in a large, flat, circular shape. They were all laying against one another in a slanted position, and it made all the oil pool in the bottom of the dish, and the pieces that were covered became very oily and soggy underneath. The parts of the dough that weren't soggy were wonderfully crispy and delicious though. It'd make a significantly better difference if the Huuchuur were placed spread out from each other instead of lying on top of each other to maintain the crispiness on all surfaces. The beef filling was nicely seasoned and well flavored. The Beef Buzz had essentially the same filling as the Huuchuur, but different exterior. Unfortunately, I still have the same opinions of it being way too oily overall. The non-fried pieces sometimes broke apart at the bottom due to the sogginess. The fried version did not have a crispy texture at the bottom either, I'm guessing due to the excess amount of oil on the dish. Again, the flavors were great, but execution and presentation definitely has room for improvement. In summary, this was a great introduction to Mongolian dumplings for me. Very delicious flavors, and I'd love to try Huuchuurs again in the future because I love crispy fried foods with a good texture. However, I'd probably look for a place that goes way more easy on the oil.

Hello fellow dumpling lovers! I have to say this was a different experience than I'd have imagined…read more Their naadam huushuurs was interesting. I didn't realized it would be deep fried and oily as hell. In my defense, this is the first time I've had this type of dumplings. I heard that's the way it should be so it just wasn't for me. I did enjoy the other dumplings though.

Went to check out the Hizcafe and see what their about. It's a nice little spot that has outside…read moreseating and you order through a window. They serve coffee, smoothies, refreshers, other (muffins & bagels), and are known for their empanadas. The person that took my order was friendly and gave me good recommendation when I asked what's popular. Got a couple drinks and some empanadas (beef, chicken,spinach,mushroom,apple,and pineapple). Those empanadas when brought it were still warm and has good flavor. They also have sauces in 4oz containers (chimichiriri, mango habanero,ranch) if you like, I got a couple,but I like the chimichurri. If you're looking to get coffee or for some empanadas, then go to Hizcafe in Hercules and support a small business

Came here on a whim while visiting my cousins. Such a cute location and dog friendly. Only outdoor…read moreseating but you're granted with a cute view of the water so it is not bad. We ordered 3 pumpkin spice lattes and 1 Vietnamese coffee. Drinks were great! We also ordered empanadas (chorizo, beef, chicken, and breakfast). Empanadas were not that good (minus one star). Dough was undercooked unfortunately but the flavor was there. Service was okay. Overall I'd come back purely for the drinks and maybe the alfajores (if they actually have any dulce de leche ones in stock).

Came here by chance with a hunger inside me. Discovered a little gem! Looks iffy from the outside…read more It inside it clean, sunny, and smells warm and delicious. The staff was super friendly and welcoming. It's like a cute little burger shop but for pupusas. The vibes are great. Clearly a lot of regulars here, stones throw from Marin Civic Center. Side-note -- you can freely roam around inside the civic center which is one of the most mind-bendingly beautiful public buildings, a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece that inspired a George Lucas for Star Wars. But anyhow, yes, the smell, the happy chatter, the bright windows, lots of little tables, very clean, it just feels right. I don't know Blankita but I can tell she's great. I got three pupusas, cheese and bean, revueltas, and cheese and loroco made with rice flour instead of corn. All were excellent, 5-6 bucks a piece. There are not many places like this in Marin, that feel they could be in the Mission. It's definitely going to be a tempting exit on my way home from work.

The pupusas were not bad, just OK (and a bit pricier than other places I've been to). I liked that…read morethe pupusas weren't too greasy/oily, but it did need the sauce for flavor (without it, it was pretty plain). The place is quite clean with a decent amount of seating available. Service could be better.