La Macarena Pupuseria & Latin Cafe

The food is authentic and traditional. The Macarena First Class Lemonade is the best in town. The show stopper is the service, it is outstanding. From the moment you walk in to the moment you walk out. You leave with a full stomach and a big smile on your face. I will be returning to La Macerena soon, hungry for more.

The dining experience at this place was excellent. Having visited twice, I've had the opportunity to engage with both the staff and the owner and from these interactions on separate occasions, it's evident that they truly contribute to the welcoming and cozy ambiance of La Macarena Pupuseria & Latin Cafe. The inviting atmosphere of the restaurant complements the delightful, fresh, and authentic cuisine. The food was delicious, and I'm looking forward to returning and trying more things on the menu. If it's your first visit, don't miss out on the pupusas – they're a must-try. I recommend gathering with a small group to fully enjoy the experience and connect with one another, as encouraged by the manager, Manny.

What a gem! I tried my first pupusas tonight and our delightful server was so helpful and fun! The food was very tasty and fresh! The atmosphere is cute and casual. I love this place and it’s bright energy. Can’t wait to go back! Congratulations on 20 years in business! Thank you for a wonderful dinner experience!

I’ve traveled extensively across Latin America, from Argentina to Mexico. I’ve fallen in love with the cuisine of the region, which is as vibrant and diverse as its people. La Macarena offered a dining experience as rich as any I have enjoyed in my travels. The colorful decor, lazily spinning fans, and wooden chairs and tables made me feel as if I was sitting down to eat at a cafe in San Salvador. Everything from the table to the bathroom was impeccably clean. The staff were very attentive and friendly, making me feel like I was a longtime customer. The food, simply put, was remarkable. It was obvious La Macarena uses the freshest, highest quality ingredients. I ordered the Mixed Grill, and the portions were generous. The carne asada and shrimp were perfectly seasoned and grilled. The medley of flavors sent me on a nostalgic trip to homemade meals I’ve enjoyed in kitchens up and down the Andes. La Macarena is a gem of a restaurant in a city known for its gastronomy.

I absolutely love this place it has the best guacamole and chips, and the papusas are phenomenal. The owner is the nicest and most funniest restaurant owner I have ever met. This is definitely one of my favorite restaurants as a New Orleans native I know good food and this place is definitely good food. I would 10 out of 10 recommend anyone to go here!

It was so amazing!! I got the mint limeade and it was super good, I am definitely going back there soon! Our server was amazing and we even were able to talk to the owner and he's the coolest guy you'll ever meet! The homemade tortillas with the refried black beans just hit the spot. I also had the grilled pork chop and it was better than mom's back home. Idk how they do that but they did!

My oh my. Came here randomly with a buddy, both out of towners. We had some time to kill and wanted something different and ended up here. Empty at lunch but we were warmly welcomed by the owner. We each had a passionfruit marg, he had a vegan platter and I had pupusa and flautas. The food was delicious. I’d not had pupusa’s before and these were light, flavorful and delicate. Almost like a Bao bun that had a lil charcoal on it. The flautas had been fried but it was so light and airy, no oily or heaviness. The beans and plantains that came with the dishes were so so good! It’s all well priced for the amount and quality. It’s a lovey, little place. It’s great finding these kinds of restaurants in any city, not a meal I’ll quickly forget.