About the Place
El Cafetalito, nestled at 5300 E Washington Blvd in Commerce, California, is a beloved spot for those seeking authentic Salvadoran flavors. This humble eatery, run by a hardworking and dedicated family, offers a taste of tradition through its carefully crafted dishes. Their pupusas, a Salvadoran staple, highlight El Cafetalito’s commitment to fresh ingredients and genuine flavors. Customers often note the warmth and love infused in every meal, creating an experience that stands out among Salvadoran restaurants in the area.
While some reviews mention the need for a bit more filling in the pupusas or a stronger presence of traditional ingredients like chicharrones, the overall consensus celebrates the restaurant’s flavorful offerings. The breakfast tipico and queso con loroco pupusas showcase the variety and cultural depth of Salvadoran cuisine served here, maintaining a balance between quality and fair pricing.
El Cafetalito also impresses with its clean and inviting atmosphere, combined with friendly service that makes diners feel at home. Whether you're craving a quick, satisfying pupusa or a heartier Salvadoran meal, this restaurant delivers authenticity and comfort on every plate. For anyone wanting to explore genuine Salvadoran food in Commerce, El Cafetalito remains a steadfast choice that honors its roots and warms the soul.
“ Place has an outdated feel to it. I had the pan con pollo and it was not good, the bread felt old and the presentation was lacking. I also had a Queso con Loroco pupusa, could have had a bit more cheese. ”
“ We enjoy eating pupusa very much it's our favorite Salvadoran dishes of course there's others great Salvadoran dishes we also enjoy. Our favorite Salvadoran restaurant was closed then we decided to go our other favorite Salvadoran restaurant it just near our house. We know ever Salvadoran restaurants makes their pupusas different from other Salvadoran restaurants because of the taste and the ingredients and also region of El Salvador they came from. We decided order some pupusa to go but the restaurant was very busy people dining in and take out we waiting a wait to get our meal. Our meal was real then we took it home we were surprised how big the pupusa were. Other Salvadoran restaurants make their pupusa small or medium size. It also come wirh tomatoe sauce and shredded gabbage mixed. The Pupusa was big and very cheesy then I add the tomato sauce and Cabbage mixed combine together tasted so good great flavors I can't stop eating I enjoy eating pupusa even my wife enjoy it also . Next we need to try other Salvadoran cuisine. ”
“ Any Salvadorean place takes a lil longer for food to come out. They make with fresh ingredients and love, truly genuine place to get authentic Salvadorean food. ”
“ Service was good . I ate a tipoco breakfast.The pupusas didn't jave enough chicharepnes. it Miss a little flavor. ”
“ Was craving some pupusas while I was in the area and this place did not disappoint. Everything we ordered had good flavor.and was hot! The only negative thing I would say (and this is reaching for something) is that the pupusas need a little more filling in them. We ordered the revueltas (and even though they were still delicious) I just wish there was a little more meat in it. Overall everything we ordered was great and I will be back next time. ”