Welcome to Deliciosas Pupusas (inside car wash)
At Deliciosas Pupusas, nestled within a car wash on Alhambra Avenue in Los Angeles, authentic Salvadoran cuisine meets a unique dining experience. Specializing in handcrafted pupusas—made fresh to order and bursting with rich flavors—this hidden gem captivates the palate with dishes like the savory revueltas, filled with pork, cheese, and beans. Customers rave about the friendly service and the inviting atmosphere, where delicious aromas waft through as cars are washed. Enjoy traditional Aguas Frescas or a hearty desayuno típico while your vehicle is pampered. Deliciosas Pupusas is a delightful haven for food lovers craving homestyle Salvadoran flavors in an unexpected setting.
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5509 Alhambra Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90032 Hotline: (323) 347-3300
Welcome to Deliciosas Pupusas, an unexpected culinary gem hidden inside a bustling car wash located at 5509 Alhambra Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90032. This Salvadoran delight stands out not just for its unique location but also for its dedication to serving authentic, mouth-watering pupusas that have garnered rave reviews from locals and visitors alike.
Imagine pulling into a car wash for a routine cleaning of your vehicle, only to discover an eatery that transforms your wait into a flavorful experience! Here, you can indulge in freshly made delights within a laid-back atmosphere. Many patrons like Juan F. have expressed their surprise at discovering such flavorful food amidst the suds and soap. He remarks, "Little did I know that it's located inside a car wash," highlighting the place’s unique charm.
The star of the menu? The pupusas! Made to order and crafted from soft, fluffy dough, they come with an assortment of flavorful fillings. Customers rave about the Revueltas (pork, cheese, and beans) as a must-try, with Brenda S. proclaiming them the “best” she’s had. Each pupusa is accompanied by a side of pickled vegetables that perfectly balance the rich flavors.
- Queso Y Espinacas: A cheesy delight that's hard to resist.
- Asada: Impressively large and filled with tender, flavorful beef, though some prefer the pork option.
- Desayuno Típico: A splendid option featuring black beans, plantains, egg, cream, and cheese—a comforting breakfast reminiscent of home-cooked meals.
The ambiance is casual, and limited seating is available, making it a perfect stop either to dine in or take out while your car is being washed. Katie C. recommends calling ahead to place an order, particularly during peak times, to ensure your pupusas are ready in about 15-20 minutes. Plus, don't forget to sample their refreshing guas frescas, like the homemade horchata or lime & cucumber agua, which enhance your dining experience.
Overall, Deliciosas Pupusas proves that you can find extraordinary flavors even in the most unexpected places. With friendly staff and authentically Salvadoran dishes that make every bite memorable, this eatery has quickly become a beloved destination for pupusa aficionados. Whether you’re there for a car wash or just passing by, be sure to stop and treat yourself to food that’s not just good, but extraordinary! Your taste buds will thank you.
La mejor sopa de patas en Los Angeles,exelente servicio y sabor No espere ni 5 minutos Y tortillas he has a Mano en el momento
Cash or Zelle only! Street parking only unless you're there for the car wash as well. I didn't seem to have any trouble finding parking on a weekday during lunch time. Beware of no parking on specific days during a small sliver of time frame for street sweeper on residential streets. They encourage you to call ahead of time to place an order if you plan on taking your food to-go. To place a phone order, it's the same number as their Zelle number 323-347-3300. Pupusas take about 15-20 minutes to be ready, they're all made to order. There a few tables to dine there if you'd like. They have other dishes but I really come here for their pupusas, soo good! Dough for pupusas is soft and fluffy with just the right amount of density. Comes with tons of pickled veggies consisting of onions, carrots, cabbage and jalapenos. Today they had Lime&Cucumber or Horchata for their Aguas Frescas options. Not sure if they have rotating flavors. Horchata was not too sweet, it's definitely house made with soaked/grinded rice and whole cinnamon bark. So good, I need another one. 1. Revelta (Pork, Cheese &Beans Pupusas)- you can ask for no beans if you don't like beans. Pork was so flavorful. I understand why it's their #1 on the menu. 4. Queso Y Espinacas (Cheese & Spinach Pupusas)- great, cheesy! 7. Asada (Beef &Cheese Pupusas)- so big, dinner plate size. Beef was tender and chopped well but wasn't as flavorful as pork was.
Food is amazing and fresh. And the staff is super friendly. My wife was craving pupusas and I never say no to them. Decided to try a new place so placed a phone order for takeout. Little did I know that its located inside a car wash. They have limited seating there if you want to dine there. But even my takeout order was fire. My new go to place for pupusas!
This place is a gem for pupusa lovers! I've tried every pupusa on the menu, and each one is absolutely delicious, but the revueltas are a must-try. The flavors are so rich and authentic--definitely worth the wait! I'd recommend calling ahead, as they do take some time, but you'll be so glad you did. I also love their desayuno típico with black beans, plantains, egg, cream, and cheese--comforting and tasty, just like a home-cooked meal or even better. Highly recommend this spot for anyone craving authentic Salvadoran flavors!
Friendly, fast service and the pupusas are big and delicious. Perfect while waiting to get your car cleaned
It's a trip that food this good can be found at a car wash. Food and ambiance are on point. I tried a revuelta pupusa and pan con pollo and both were crazy good. Fr maybe the best revuelta I've had in a long time and the sandwich was huge. I also tried an agua the pepino and it was the perfect drink to accompany the food. Def check this place out they have shaded seating in case you wanna eat there.
Love this place always good service!! With a Salvadorian touch,,. Also you can eat here while you get your car washed.
Been meaning to post a review since I came here last year to try them out. The pupusas are good. After speaking to them, I found that it's the same family that owns the car wash. Everyone is nice and the pupusas are delicious. We came at a good time with no wait, but after 5 mins, there was a good amount of people lining up. Wanted to try everything. and ended up ordering soo much food. We'd definitely come back if we're craving foe pupusas again.
Yes it's in a car wash, but not the kind you're thinking of. It's a hand wash so you don't have to power your way through suds to get to the cool little counter just up the driveway entrance. Check my pic of the amazing food! Had to wait 15 minutes while they made them to order and patted them back-and-forth in their palms to make them fresh. Tried beans and cheese, asada, spinach and cheese, and the classic rueveltas. Came in a shirt and tie and no one blinked an eye. Got a great spot in the shade and watched some dudes work hard washing cars by hand while I mowed through some amazing Pupusas. Definitely coming back.