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Salvadoran restaurant in Los Angeles, California
What should I order at El Salsabor Restaurant?
What to order
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Rice Pupusas
Mentioned as a standout version of the restaurant’s pupusas, with reviewers calling them delicious, fresh, and affordably priced. One review specifically highlighted rice pupusas with fillings like cheese, shrimp, and pork belly.
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Caldo De Res
Recommended by a reviewer who said it was delicious, and noted that many other customers were ordering it too, suggesting it is a popular and well-liked choice.
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Ceviche De Pescado
Praised for being fresh and flavorful, with one reviewer saying it was exactly what they wanted in a tostada. It was highlighted as a strong example of the restaurant’s authentic seasoning and quality.
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Desayuno Combo
Called out as a favorite by a reviewer who loved it, making it one of the specifically recommended breakfast items on the menu.
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Fried Yucca
Recommended alongside pupusas as delicious, showing it is another well-liked side or appetizer at the restaurant.
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Platanitos Fritos
Mentioned as part of a satisfying meal and described as fresh and delicious, indicating it is a popular fried plantain side.
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Chicken Foot
Specifically singled out with enthusiasm as tasty, making it a notable item for diners looking for a more traditional option.
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Tortillas
Noted as a highlight of the meal and compared favorably to a grandmother’s homemade tortillas, suggesting exceptional freshness and quality.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 7:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 7:30 AM to 11 PM |
About El Salsabor Restaurant
Unassuming eatery offering traditional Salvadoran cooking & drinks in a cheery atmosphere.
Amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is El Salsabor Restaurant known for?
It is best known for pupusas, especially rice or corn pupusas and chicharon pupusas, which reviewers call some of the best in East Los Angeles. People also frequently mention chicken soup and caldo de res, along with fresh tortillas and a varied Salvadoran menu.
What dishes are most recommended at El Salsabor Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend the rice or corn pupusas, chicharon pupusas, caldo de res, and the desayuno combo. Other specific items mentioned are chicken foot and pupusas with fillings like cheese, shrimp, and pork belly.
What is the atmosphere like at El Salsabor Restaurant?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and trendy, with reviewers describing it as pleasant, spacious, and recently remodeled to feel bigger and more modern. It seems to work well for groups and solo diners, and the presence of music and a relaxing environment is mentioned in reviews.
Is El Salsabor Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $20 to $30, and several reviews describe the food as reasonable, affordable, or not very expensive. One late-night meal of rice pupusas was about $7 per dinner item, and reviewers say the portions, like the gigantic pupusas, make the value feel strong.
How long does food take at El Salsabor Restaurant?
Pupusas can take about 25 minutes for a small order, and one phone order was ready about 40 minutes after the call. That suggests it is worth planning ahead during busy lunch or dinner hours, especially if you are ordering pupusas.
Is parking available at El Salsabor Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Is El Salsabor Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, El Salsabor Restaurant is good for kids.
