El Salvador Restaurant Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to El Salvador Restaurant, a vibrant gem nestled in San Francisco’s Mission District. This women-owned establishment specializes in authentic Salvadoran cuisine, offering a delightful fusion of flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to Central America.
The menu highlights include:
- Savory Seafood Dishes: Fresh ingredients combined with traditional recipes create a mouthwatering seafood experience.
- Colorful Salads: These vibrant salads are bursting with freshness, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
El Salvador Restaurant is not just about the food; it’s a community hub. With options for delivery, takeout, and catering, it’s convenient for groups and families alike. You can enjoy good food in a casual atmosphere complete with outdoor seating and free Wi-Fi.
Next time you crave a taste of El Salvador, don’t miss out on this welcoming spot. Each dish tells a story, and I couldn’t resist savoring every bite!
Regional Dishes Platos Tipicos
Empanada De Frijol
Traditional Salvadorean empanada made of plantain filled with refried beans. Empanada Salvadorena de platano relleno de frijol.
Platanos Fritos Con Crema
Fried plantains with sour cream.
Platanos Fritos Completos
Fried plantains served with a side of refried beans, sour cream, cheese, and two tortillas. Platanos fritos con frijol, crema, queso, y dos tortillas.
Atole De Elote
Traditional Salvadorean sweet maiz beverage served hot
Platanos Fritos Solos
Plain fried plantains. No sides.
Yuca Frita Con Chicharron
Fried cassava served with a mixed salad of chopped cabbage, tomatoes, radish, and lemon juice topped with fried pork rinds.
Yuca Sancochada Con Chicharron
Steamed cassava served with a mixed salad of chopped cabbage, tomatoes, radish, and lemon juice topped with fried pork rinds.
Empanada De Leche
Traditional Salvadorean empanada made of plantain filled with milk custard. Empanada Salvadorena de platano relleno de leche.
Platanos Fritos Con Frijoles
Fried plantains with refried beans.
Ensalada De Pollo
Iceberg lettuce tossed with carrots, raddish, tomatoes, and Italian dressing, with grilled chicken.
Ensalada Sola
Iceberg lettuce tossed with radish, tomatoes, carrots, and Italian dressing.
Ensalada De Camaron
Iceberg lettuce tossed with carrots, raddish, tomatoes, and Italian dressing, served with grilled shrimp.
Salads Ensaladas
Beef Carnes
Bistec Encebollado
Steak cooked in onions.
Carne Desilada
Shredded steak cooked with eggs, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes.
Carne Guisada
Beef, carrots, and potatoes stewed in tomato sauce.
Carne Empanizada
Breaded steak.
Carne Asada
Grilled steak with pico de gallo.
Higado Encebollado
Liver cooked in onions.
Fajitas De Carne
Beef fajitas with bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes.
Salpicon
Chopped cold beef, mint, radish, and onions.
Bistec Salvadoreno
Traditional Salvadorean steak cooked in tomato sauce and onions.
Apple Juice Jugo De Manzana
Mandarin Jarrito Mandarina
Tamarindo
Coca Cola Can
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Lime Jarrito Limon
Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
Pineapple Jarrito Pina
Pepsi
The bold, refreshing, robust cola
Sprite
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
Coffee Cafe
Hot Chocolate Chocolate Caliente
Horchata
Coca Cola Bottle
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Melon
BebidasBeverages
Pupusas
Queso Y Loroco
Two cheese and loroco pupusas. Loroco is a native edible Salvadorean flower bud.
Queso Y Zucchini Calabaza
Two cheese and zucchini pupusas.
Revueltas De Chicharron Y Queso
Two pork and cheese pupusas.
Frijol Y Queso
Two beans and cheese pupusas.
Any Two Pupusas Of ChoiceDos Pupusas De Cualquier Sabor
Dos Pupusas De Cualquier Sabor Con Arroz Y Frijoles
Any two Pupusas of choice with a side of rice and beans.
Solo Queso
Two plain cheese pupusas.
Revueltas Con Frijol
Two pork, cheese, and beans pupusas.
Queso Y Jalapeno
Two cheese and jalapeno pupusas.
Fajitas De Pollo
Chicken fajitas with bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes.
Pollo Empanizado
Breaded chicken cutlet.
Enchiladas
Chicken enchiladas.
Chicken Pollo
SoupsSopas
Sopa De Pollo
Traditional Salvadorean chicken soup with vegetables.
Sopa De Pata
Traditional Salvadorean style soup of cows feet and vegetables.
Sopa De Res Con Arroz Frito
Traditional Salvadorean beef soup with vegetables and a side of rice.
Sopa De Gallina India
Traditional Salvadorean hen soup. Grilled hen served on the side with rice and a salad Italian dressing.
Sopa De Camarones Estilo Salvadoreno
Traditional Salvadorean shrimp soup. Poached egg in soup.
Sopa De Pescado
Traditional Salvadorean fish soup. Poached egg in soup.
Camarones Al Ajo
Shrimp grilled with garlic.
Camarones A La Plancha
Grilled shrimp.
Camarones Rancheros
Shrimp cooked in ranchera sauce.
Pescado Frito
Fried tilapia fish.
Filete Empanizado
Breaded fish fillet.
Camarones Empanizados
Breaded shrimp.