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La Pupusa Loka — Restaurant in Toronto

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La Pupusa Loka
Description
Down-home restaurant dishing up pupusas, ceviche, enchiladas & quesadillas, plus sharing plates.
Nearby attractions
Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience - Toronto
Downsview Airport, 30 Hanover Road, Lands (YZD, ON M3K 0E2, Canada
Stanley Greene Skatepark
North York, ON M3K 0A8
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Mustafa Turkish Kebap - Pide - Doner
866 Wilson Ave, North York, ON M3K 1E5, Canada
Doner G Turkish Cuisine
879 Wilson Ave, North York, ON M3K 1E6, Canada
Buzz Buzz Pizza
822 Wilson Ave, North York, ON M3K 1E5, Canada
HAYAL KURDISH CIGKOFTE RESTAURANT
860 Wilson Ave, North York, ON M3K 1E5, Canada
Viet Chay Vegan Cuisine
768 Wilson Ave, Toronto, ON M3K 1E2, Canada
La Rosa Chilena
788 Wilson Ave #760, North York, ON M3K 1E4, Canada
Lovely Pao Wilson (Toronto)
756 Wilson Ave, North York, ON M3K 1E2, Canada
Toronto Cig Kofte Bakkal
952 Wilson Ave, North York, ON M3K 1E7, Canada
Lucky Wok Restaurants
728 Wilson Ave, North York, ON M3K 1E2, Canada
Taco Santo
938 Wilson Ave, North York, ON M3K 1E7, Canada
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La Pupusa Loka

889 Wilson Ave, North York, ON M3K 1E6, Canada
4.1(815)
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Down-home restaurant dishing up pupusas, ceviche, enchiladas & quesadillas, plus sharing plates.

attractions: Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience - Toronto, Stanley Greene Skatepark, restaurants: Mustafa Turkish Kebap - Pide - Doner, Doner G Turkish Cuisine, Buzz Buzz Pizza, HAYAL KURDISH CIGKOFTE RESTAURANT, Viet Chay Vegan Cuisine, La Rosa Chilena, Lovely Pao Wilson (Toronto), Toronto Cig Kofte Bakkal, Lucky Wok Restaurants, Taco Santo
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Phone
+1 416-398-5652
Website
lapupusalokaon.com

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Tamales
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Inca Kola (Perú)

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Nearby attractions of La Pupusa Loka

Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience - Toronto

Stanley Greene Skatepark

Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience - Toronto

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4.5

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Open 24 hours
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Stanley Greene Skatepark

Stanley Greene Skatepark

4.7

(52)

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Nearby restaurants of La Pupusa Loka

Mustafa Turkish Kebap - Pide - Doner

Doner G Turkish Cuisine

Buzz Buzz Pizza

HAYAL KURDISH CIGKOFTE RESTAURANT

Viet Chay Vegan Cuisine

La Rosa Chilena

Lovely Pao Wilson (Toronto)

Toronto Cig Kofte Bakkal

Lucky Wok Restaurants

Taco Santo

Mustafa Turkish Kebap - Pide - Doner

Mustafa Turkish Kebap - Pide - Doner

4.2

(1.4K)

Click for details
Doner G Turkish Cuisine

Doner G Turkish Cuisine

4.5

(319)

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Buzz Buzz Pizza

Buzz Buzz Pizza

4.6

(271)

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HAYAL KURDISH CIGKOFTE RESTAURANT

HAYAL KURDISH CIGKOFTE RESTAURANT

4.7

(282)

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La Papusa Loka: A Hidden Gem for Authentic Salvadoran Cuisine in Toronto’s West End Nestled in Toronto’s west end, La Papusa Loka is a delightful find for anyone craving authentic Salvadoran cuisine. As soon as you step inside, you are greeted with warm smiles and the inviting aroma of freshly made pupusas. The menu offers a variety of pupusas, each one generously stuffed with flavorful fillings like cheese, beans, pork, and loroco. The pupusas are perfectly cooked, with a crispy exterior and a soft, gooey center. The accompanying curtido, a tangy cabbage slaw, and the mildly spicy salsa complement the pupusas beautifully. Beyond the pupusas, the menu features other Salvadoran staples like tamales, yuca frita, and plátanos fritos. Each dish is prepared with care and attention to detail, delivering a taste of home for those familiar with the cuisine and an exciting new experience for newcomers. The atmosphere at La Papusa Loka is cozy and unpretentious, making it a great spot for a casual meal with family or friends. The service is friendly and efficient, ensuring that your dining experience is enjoyable from start to finish. In a city brimming with diverse culinary options, La Papusa Loka stands out as a must-visit for anyone looking to savor the rich and vibrant flavors of El Salvador. Whether you’re a pupusa aficionado or trying them for the first time, this charming eatery in Toronto’s west end is sure to leave you satisfied and planning your next visit.
Patricia NicholsPatricia Nichols
Instantly transported back to El Salvador with this meal! ♡ The coleslaw is rarely as on point anywhere else they are served in town as it is here, the papusa taste and texture also on point. The staff and music also really help. 😊 Unlike Acton, this spot is in fact worth the drive. Do yourself a favor; get the bean/pork/cheese and the chilies/cheese papusa and stuff them with that simple tart 'slaw to cut through the rich fatty goodness. Fun fact papusas are gluten free. There are a few totally worth wild vegetarian options... but any option with the pork/chicharron in it is always my favorite. While it is technically possible to have a vegan papusa (just black beans and maybe zucchini), it's that thick stringy cheese that really make it what it is. If you want the full El Salvadorean experience, you have to atleast try a bottle of the pop unapologetically titled; Kolashanpan (I'd advise splitting it with someone as the flavor isn't for everyone), but there is something about it I really like.
MiriamMiriam
I was here a few weeks ago with my partner. We love to explore the city and go to places we haven't been. We tried this place since we live Ten minutes away. Food for us was 9/10. Pupusas were amazing. We had plantain with sour cream. My mouth was literally watering. I also got a dish. We ordered four in total. The pupusas were served on styrofoam, not sure why. For a restaurant, they should have been served on a plate instead. The service however not so great. The waitress was very rude and not welcoming at all. She was very talkative and friendly to a group of men at a table beside us. I felt like they knew each other, which was ok but she shouldn't ignore the customers. I had to wave at her to get her attention. Which she seemed annoyed. The place got very busy and they completely forgot about us. I had to go to the front to pay for our dinner. I would honestly say the service was bad, room for improvement. Food is worth trying! Condition of establishment 9/10. Clean. No problem for us.
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La Papusa Loka: A Hidden Gem for Authentic Salvadoran Cuisine in Toronto’s West End Nestled in Toronto’s west end, La Papusa Loka is a delightful find for anyone craving authentic Salvadoran cuisine. As soon as you step inside, you are greeted with warm smiles and the inviting aroma of freshly made pupusas. The menu offers a variety of pupusas, each one generously stuffed with flavorful fillings like cheese, beans, pork, and loroco. The pupusas are perfectly cooked, with a crispy exterior and a soft, gooey center. The accompanying curtido, a tangy cabbage slaw, and the mildly spicy salsa complement the pupusas beautifully. Beyond the pupusas, the menu features other Salvadoran staples like tamales, yuca frita, and plátanos fritos. Each dish is prepared with care and attention to detail, delivering a taste of home for those familiar with the cuisine and an exciting new experience for newcomers. The atmosphere at La Papusa Loka is cozy and unpretentious, making it a great spot for a casual meal with family or friends. The service is friendly and efficient, ensuring that your dining experience is enjoyable from start to finish. In a city brimming with diverse culinary options, La Papusa Loka stands out as a must-visit for anyone looking to savor the rich and vibrant flavors of El Salvador. Whether you’re a pupusa aficionado or trying them for the first time, this charming eatery in Toronto’s west end is sure to leave you satisfied and planning your next visit.
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Instantly transported back to El Salvador with this meal! ♡ The coleslaw is rarely as on point anywhere else they are served in town as it is here, the papusa taste and texture also on point. The staff and music also really help. 😊 Unlike Acton, this spot is in fact worth the drive. Do yourself a favor; get the bean/pork/cheese and the chilies/cheese papusa and stuff them with that simple tart 'slaw to cut through the rich fatty goodness. Fun fact papusas are gluten free. There are a few totally worth wild vegetarian options... but any option with the pork/chicharron in it is always my favorite. While it is technically possible to have a vegan papusa (just black beans and maybe zucchini), it's that thick stringy cheese that really make it what it is. If you want the full El Salvadorean experience, you have to atleast try a bottle of the pop unapologetically titled; Kolashanpan (I'd advise splitting it with someone as the flavor isn't for everyone), but there is something about it I really like.
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I was here a few weeks ago with my partner. We love to explore the city and go to places we haven't been. We tried this place since we live Ten minutes away. Food for us was 9/10. Pupusas were amazing. We had plantain with sour cream. My mouth was literally watering. I also got a dish. We ordered four in total. The pupusas were served on styrofoam, not sure why. For a restaurant, they should have been served on a plate instead. The service however not so great. The waitress was very rude and not welcoming at all. She was very talkative and friendly to a group of men at a table beside us. I felt like they knew each other, which was ok but she shouldn't ignore the customers. I had to wave at her to get her attention. Which she seemed annoyed. The place got very busy and they completely forgot about us. I had to go to the front to pay for our dinner. I would honestly say the service was bad, room for improvement. Food is worth trying! Condition of establishment 9/10. Clean. No problem for us.
Miriam

Miriam

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4.1
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5.0
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La Papusa Loka: A Hidden Gem for Authentic Salvadoran Cuisine in Toronto’s West End

Nestled in Toronto’s west end, La Papusa Loka is a delightful find for anyone craving authentic Salvadoran cuisine. As soon as you step inside, you are greeted with warm smiles and the inviting aroma of freshly made pupusas.

The menu offers a variety of pupusas, each one generously stuffed with flavorful fillings like cheese, beans, pork, and loroco. The pupusas are perfectly cooked, with a crispy exterior and a soft, gooey center. The accompanying curtido, a tangy cabbage slaw, and the mildly spicy salsa complement the pupusas beautifully.

Beyond the pupusas, the menu features other Salvadoran staples like tamales, yuca frita, and plátanos fritos. Each dish is prepared with care and attention to detail, delivering a taste of home for those familiar with the cuisine and an exciting new experience for newcomers.

The atmosphere at La Papusa Loka is cozy and unpretentious, making it a great spot for a casual meal with family or friends. The service is friendly and efficient, ensuring that your dining experience is enjoyable from start to finish.

In a city brimming with diverse culinary options, La Papusa Loka stands out as a must-visit for anyone looking to savor the rich and vibrant flavors of El Salvador. Whether you’re a pupusa aficionado or trying them for the first time, this charming eatery in Toronto’s west end is sure to leave you satisfied and planning...

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4.0
1y

Amazing food here, and the portion sizes are massive. Their pupusa's are super tasty with lots of options, and they have a "supreme" one that is the size of a plate with all the different fillings. Their menu does often mention Chicharróns, importantly it's pork belly instead of just the skin. I also tried the Yucca fries which are very different from potato fries, and a big standout. They also have a great selection of non alcoholic drinks, including horchata.

There are parts of the menu that aren't fully translated into English, so it's probably best to read it beforehand to understand some of the options that aren't obvious.

The service was relatively good, with the waitress giving us lots of clarifying information about the dishes. But when it came to paying, it's extremely unclear what's expected. Some tables were delivered a bill, some people were just going up to the front to pay; it seems dependent on how busy the staff are. The parking in these strip malls is also a complete mess, so if you can park on a side street so you aren't packed in like sardines.

The atmosphere of the restaurant is very utilitarian, which is par for the course in these family style restaurants. The food is of such high quality, I couldn't care less. Salvador cuisine is a subsection I've rarely seen, so I would highly recommend seeing their unique spin on classic Latin...

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1.0
2y

Quiero dar mi referencia del día de hoy 5 de febrero 2023 , fuimos a comer al lugar por tercera vez y desafortunadamente no fue la mejor experiencia fue la más ingrata de todas , en las otras ocasiones hemos ido con amistades y todo era bueno hasta el momento, siempre en su defecto se que tardan en darte la comida y siempre lo había entendido por que están llenos de gente y te dan todo al momento como las popusas calentitas, hemos encargado por uber otras 2 ocasiones mas , quiero aclarar nuevamente que no fue la primera vez que fui a comer a este lugar tengo bien presente qué tardan por la demanda de gente que tienen pero el dia de hoy no se comportaron a la altura , llegamos nos sentamos en una mesa con platos sucios lo cual era entendible, todas las demás mesas tambien estaban sucias con platos , por que se acababan de desocupar , nos acomodamos en una mesa a las 4:20 pm y esperamos mas o menos entre 15 a 20 min hasta que me pare a tomar la carta para escoger lo que comeríamos ya qué nadie se había acercado , al momento qué llego a la mesa poco después se acerco una mesera cabello claro piel clara , a preguntarnos si queríamos qué nos limpiará la mesa ,le dijimos que si , en ese momento la chica fue amable y incluso les dije estan atareados verdad a lo que la chica respondió amablemente qué si , tomo nuestra orden de una vez , paso rato nos trajeron un ceviche y las bebidas pero paso rato comencé a ver que todos los que llegaron al mismo tiempo que yo ya habían sido atendidos y otros ya se estaban retirando del lugar ya habían comido , paso más de 1 hora a las 5:40 me levante por que mi esposo y mi hija pequeña de 2 años ya tenía hambre , yo comprendo que estaban a full de comenzales pero se olvidaron de nosotros, esta ocasion solo fuimos mi esposo mi hija y yo , entonces me dirigí a pagarles lo que consumí e irme ya qué no me habían traído lo demás que encargue , en ese momento una señora de cabello rojo fue amable y pidió una disculpa venía con las popusas ya en la mano a lo que decidimos quedarnos , poco después le volvimos a pedir una sangría a la mesera de cabello rubio lo cual dijo que si se fue a platicar a otra mesa entonces me pare a pedirla yo , y fue cuando se acerco , y ya la llevo a mi mesa, a la hora de pedir la cuenta pedí que si me podían poner la comida sobrante para llevar , cuando en eso me pusieron la charola y la bolsa en la mesa para que yo me empaquetara mi comida cuando en todas la ocasiones ellos te lo ponen para llevar , esta ocasion fue la más desagradable se paro mi esposo a pagar y detrás de él me pare yo solo quería comentarles por que se comportabas de ese modo tan grosero , no era la primera vez que comía en el lugar y tampoco fui grosera , si yo como comenzal comprendí qué estaban demasiados saturados por que ellas como responsables del lugar en ese momento se comportaron de esa manera , entonces todo el que se queja por que el servicio es lento lo van a tratar mal ? En el tiempo que estuvimos 3 mesas llegaron jamas fueron atendidos y se fueron enojados , no quiero alabanzas pero fui la persona más paciente y jamas les grite ni les reclame nada y se dieron el lujo de humillarme , el dia de hoy fue mi descanso al igual que mi esposo y quisimos ir ahí por que en verdad nos gusta la comida , la comida es muy rica y no había tenido problema hasta el momento, estaba indecisa si comer en la popusa loka o en otro lugar que también es de comida latina y la atención tambien es muy linda pero la verdad me decidí ir a la popusa loka para llevarme la peor y última experiencia se que no les va importar pues tendrán muchos más clientes pero almenos a nosotros 3 y las otras 3 mesas qué tambien se fueron por no ser atendidos nunca más van a regresar ojalá mejoren el servicio ojalá contraten más personal para que las pobres mujeres no se saturen y ojalá comprendan qué lo que hicieron tampoco fue la mejor acción de su parte adiós...

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