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| - The first Yelp CLE Int'l Supper Club of 2012 and we were all excited to kick off the new year with pupusas!
This little corner Latin American resto is super cute. Totally a mom 'n pop place, but owned by the sweetest little lady ever. We showed up with a party 9 and were the only people in the place. You could see right into the kitchen to see the owner and another little lady cooking it up. So adorable.
There is a minor language barrier, but nothing too bad. She can still understand what you're ordering and saying. And yes, they do accept credit cards. But be sure to write a tip on your check before she takes your card, otherwise you won't be able to leave one.
I ordered two pupusas and they were pretty darn good. It was my first time, but I still thought they were tasty, especially with the pickled relish and the not-so-hot-sauce that was big on flavor. I will say that I didn't really enjoy any of the sides. The beans were pureed and tasteless and the rice had a weird, old taste to it. Not my fave. Also, I thought the fried plantains were just OK.
And please for the love of god stay away from the ensalada drink. It may sound tempting with the fresh apples and pineapple, but unless you literally enjoy shredded lettuce in your drink, it's a no-go. It tasted overly sweet to me and really "grassy". Also, a few yelpers ordered this chicken dish and a steak dish covered with about a pound of onions and over-cooked to the point of not being able to cut with a knife. I'd steer clear of those, too. But hey, this place is known for it's pupusas, so order those!
I really want to come back and try the tamales and pastels, though. They looked delish! And you won't meet a sweeter lady than the owner. I'd definitely try this place if you love Salvadorian food! Oh, and did I mention it will be the cheapest dinner of your life? Yea, there's that, too.
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