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El Salvadoreño Restaurant

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3.8(1,640)
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Location & Hours

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1128 Elizabeth Ave
Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201
United States
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About El Salvadoreño Restaurant

Live mariachi music lends a festive vibe at this local place for Salvadoran eats.

Price range
moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on June 26, 2025.

3.8/5
Based on 1,640 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Massango “GodChild” B

2 years ago

The best Hispanic food I have had in a very long time in the US! The elote tamales 🫔 is divine! It is served with a smooth velvety crema. All the flavors are excellent and work in harmony. The food ...

Andres Ortega

a year ago

This restaurant is not the same anymore , Prices are high with low quality of food and less amount of food . I purchased half dozen of pusas and they gave me small portion of curtido that only cocer ...

Riz Zambrano

6 years ago

I started coming here since the age of 13 years old. 29 years ago this place was a little hole on the wall. Over the years they've expanded and have introduce new items into their menu. The food is s...

Fly with Ray

3 years ago

Let me start by saying that the service is horrible. The food OMG I order Bandeja Salvadoreña and 2 pupusas de queso. The bandeja was really dry the Maduros were not cooked they were raw. The rice and...

SelfMadeSkout

a year ago

Overall Terrible service. I had came in with a party of 7 and denied us service even though online hours says they were open until another 2 hrs. Needs to be changed if that’s the case! I was reading ...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The dining experience appears inconsistent, with mixed reviews ranging from excellent to terrible, impacting the overall impression. The average rating suggests significant concerns regarding various aspects of the restaurant.

Customer Favorites

Pupusas and the Empire steak special are mentioned as long-time favorites. The elote tamales are praised as a standout dish.

Atmosphere & Service

Some customers have found the staff accommodating and the waitresses nice. However, others reported horrible service, including being denied service and experiencing long wait times.

Value & Quality

Some reviews mention high prices with low food quality and small portions. Others report issues with food freshness and preparation, including raw meat and ingredients tasting old.

Areas for Improvement

Service needs improvement, addressing issues such as denying service, incorrect orders, and slow service. Food quality and consistency need attention, including addressing issues with raw ingredients, portion sizes, and freshness.

Recent Trends

More recent reviews suggest a decline in food quality, portion sizes, and overall value. Several customers reported negative experiences with service and consistency.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is El Salvadoreño Restaurant located?

El Salvadoreño Restaurant is located at 1128 Elizabeth Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07201, USA.

What is the price range at El Salvadoreño Restaurant?

El Salvadoreño Restaurant is listed as moderately priced.

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