It's REAL Mexican and Salvadorian food. Way better than La Tolteca.
Update: I have my biases, but I still stick to the above statement. But let's get to specifics. By the way, this is for the restaurant, not the market itself. The market would still get the same score though.
The food is freshly made. However long that you're waiting is legitimately based on "first come, first served."
The people there are nice and professional.
The atmosphere? It's not the Ritz-Carlton. It's a market/restaurant located at a strip mall near a somewhat seedy area. If you're bouji, this ain't your spot. With that said, the reason it's 4 and not 5 stars is that it could look better aka I'm just being nitpicky.
Personally, I recommend 3 tacos al pastor with everything, and some aguas frescas to...
Read moreTried this place for the first time the other day and the food was very good and the understated eating space was clean. Prices were reasonable and portion size was quite filling. If you’re not a fan of cilantro, avoid the pico de gallo and a few of the other dishes. The flavors are authentic, no fake Taco Bell-style meals here.
If you’re in a hurry, order take-out ahead via phone as it doesn’t seem like anything is prepared ahead of time (obviously a good thing). While you’re waiting, you can do a little shopping in the store front: there’s lots of hard to find spices and other raw ingredients. Just check the Best Buy dates if you’re picky about that sort of thing, I found a couple that had expired. I’ll be eating here again when I get the craving for authentic Mexican fare....
Read moreHidden gem in Aberdeen. I was on my way to the gym, didn’t eat before I left out. I decided to try them out as they were in the area. Great choice! It’s an El Salvadoran market with a restaurant/carry out in the back. Smells great when you walk in. The employees are welcoming and pleasant. Food is not of my culture, the employee was happy and knowledgeable to answer my questions. Place was full when I came in but I was able to find a spot. Food came out fresh and hot! I got the loroco pupusas, pork carnitas taco, a side of plantains, and tres Lethe cake. Best tres cake I’ve ever had! Tacos authentically made(No cheese, salsa, or sour cream!). Did I mention the horochata(spelled that wrong), anyways it was good! My new favorite spot...
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