Welcome to El Cafetalito
"El Cafetalito" is a family-owned Salvadoran restaurant in Commerce, CA, offering a variety of traditional dishes like pupusas, carne asada, and shrimp cocktails. With a cozy ambiance and friendly service, customers rave about the authentic flavors and generous portions. The pupusas, a must-try, are especially praised for their delicious fillings and crispy texture. While the restaurant can get busy, the staff remains attentive, ensuring timely orders. Overall, "El Cafetalito" is a hidden gem for those seeking flavorful Salvadoran cuisine in a welcoming setting.
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5300 E Washington Blvd Commerce, CA 900405300 E Washington Blvd Commerce, CA 90040 Hotline: (323) 268-2837
Welcome to El Cafetalito, a charming gem located in the heart of Commerce, California. This unassuming eatery has quickly established itself as a beloved destination for authentic Salvadoran cuisine. Established with a passion for sharing the flavors of El Salvador, El Cafetalito boasts a menu that celebrates the rich tastes and traditions of Salvadoran food.
As you step inside, you'll find a cozy, family-owned atmosphere that instantly makes you feel at home. The friendly staff greets each guest with warmth and attentiveness, ensuring a delightful dining experience. The buzz of happy customers fills the air, a testament to the restaurant's popularity, especially among those craving a hearty meal.
One of the standout offerings at El Cafetalito is their wide variety of burritos. From the flavorful Chile Relleno Burrito filled with rice, beans, and a perfectly seasoned chile, to the opulent Happy Donkey Wet Burrito, generously smothered in your choice of green or red sauce, cheese, sour cream, and guacamole, you're guaranteed a satisfying meal. Every bite is infused with bold flavors that dance on the palate. The Fiesta Burrito takes it up a notch with a delightful mix of rice, chile relleno, and carnitas, topped with salsa ranchera and fresh vegetables, embodying the essence of a festive feast.
Perhaps the heart of El Cafetalito's charm lies in its pupusas, which customers rave about. These thick corn tortillas filled with various ingredients are crafted with care, embodying authentic Salvadoran flavors. Customer reviews speak to their deliciousness, highlighting the perfect balance of taste and texture. The curtido served alongside offers a refreshing, tangy contrast that complements the rich flavors.
While the ambiance may reflect a humble mom-and-pop vibe, it is precisely this authenticity that keeps people coming back. Patrons appreciate the restaurant's cleanliness and the genuine dedication to service, often commenting on the excellent staff who work diligently to make every dining experience memorable. As one customer noted, "The food is rich in flavor," and indeed, each dish delivers on that promise.
If you're seeking an escape to El Salvador without leaving Commerce, El Cafetalito is your destination. With its comforting flavors and welcoming atmosphere, you may find yourself returning again and again, just like many satisfied diners who have made this restaurant a part of their culinary journey. Come, indulge in the vibrant spirit of Salvadoran cuisine, and let each dish transport you to a place of warmth and satisfaction.
Great food and service. Staff is always friendly and attentive. I placed an order to go and it was prepared in a timely manner. The restaurant was pretty busy but as always the service was great.
Excellent salvi food, good pupusas! Great service, nice and clean place, will be back soon
The place is a hole in the mom and pop type of restaurant, nothing grand but clean and service is good. Ordered four pork and cheese (revueltas) to go and they were delicious. First time here and parking is not the best but would give them try again. I love that their salsa is not spicy means they're authentic. The curtido was really good too.
Second time here and its fire! Try it- you wont be disappointed. Food is rich in flavor. The service can be improved a bit but the food way makes up for it. The ambiance is that of a small family owned restaurant. I am a real tough critic so if you are too- come see if they don't meet your expectations.
Delicious food and great service! The pupusas are tasteful and the desayuno plate is well portions
Met up with my cousins to have breakfast and we had to do Salvadoran! Well, I found this spot and the food was really good, things came out hot and while it's slow it's due to them making everything fresh. The staff was nice too, helpful and attentive to our group. I would definitely recommend. They have some parking but there was also tons of street parking when we went. I would recommend you come hungry as they have tons of options too. Their sweet bread (quesadilla) was amazing too. I will be back to this place for sure!
The food was delicious! We ordered the Carne Asada breakfast plate and lunch/dinner plate. We also ordered pupusas and the Salvadoran corn cakes. Everything was tasty. The service was slow as there were probably 5 tables and people placing to-go orders and only one person cooking and one waitress waiting all the tables & bagging the orders. (So 2 people running this place). The server was very friendly and did a great job. The place is a mom & pop, hole in the wall type restaurant. It's big so if you live in the area, it's a nice place to come have dinner with your family and could hold large groups if they had more servers :)
We were in the area and we can across this El Salvadorian family restaurant in our research for a quick bite. We were lucky and we found a parking right outside the restaurant. The restaurant was very neat and clean. Our waitress was very helpful and patient to explain to us their different dishes. We ended up ordering mix of Cheese Pupusas made from wheat and corn. We were very happy with it. We also ordered their carne Asada platter and it was delicious. I was very happy with my experience and will definitely come here again when I'm in the area