El Cafetalito Menu
El Cafetalito offers authentic Salvadoran cuisine in a cozy, family-owned setting. Located in Commerce, CA, the restaurant provides a range of options for every meal, including breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Customers praise the delicious pupusas, with options for both regular and rice masa, as well as the flavorful hand-made tortillas. The menu caters to vegetarians and offers a variety of traditional dishes like the desayuno tipico and carne asada plate. The friendly service and welcoming atmosphere make it a favorite spot for locals, with returning customers raving about the rich flavors and generous portions. El Cafetalito is a gem for those seeking an authentic taste of El Salvador in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Desayunos / Breakfast
Huevos Rancheros, Frijoles, Queso, Crema Y Aguacate / Huevos Rancheros With Beans, Cheese Cream & Avocado
Sunny-side-up eggs topped with a rich tomato sauce, accompanied by creamy refried beans, fresh avocado slices, crumbly cheese, and smooth cream.
Huevos Estrellados, Frijoles, Queso, Crema Y Aguacate / Sunny Eggs Served With Beans, Cheese, Cream & Avocado
Sunny side up eggs accompanied by beans, topped with cheese, drizzled with cream, and finished with slices of avocado.
Huevos Revueltos, Frijoles, Queso, Crema Y Aguacate / Scrambled Eggs Served With Beans, Cheese, Cream, & Avocado
Scrambled eggs accompanied by beans, cheese, cream, and avocado, typically served together for a balanced breakfast experience.
Huevos Con Chorizo O Con Jamón, Frijoles, Queso, Crema Y Aguacate / Eggs Served With A Choice Of Ham Or Chorizo, Beans, Cheese, Cream & Avocado
Eggs paired with your choice of ham or chorizo, accompanied by beans, cheese, cream, and avocado.
Ejotes Con Huevos, Frijoles, Queso, Crema Y Aguacate / Scrambled Eggs With Mixed Green Beans Served With Beans, Cheese, Cream & Avocado
Scrambled eggs mixed with green beans, accompanied by beans, topped with cheese and cream, and served with slices of avocado.
Huevos Con Loroco, Frijoles, Queso, Crema Y Aguacate / Scrambled Eggs With Loroco Served With Beans, Cheese, Cream & Avocado
Scrambled eggs mixed with loroco, accompanied by beans, cheese, cream, and avocado slices.
Ayote Con Huevos, Frijoles, Queso, Crema, Y Aguacate / Scrambled Eggs With Squash Served With Beans, Cheese, Cream & Avocado
Scrambled eggs mixed with squash, accompanied by beans, cheese, cream, and slices of avocado.
Huevos Al Gusto, Carne Asada, Frijoles, Queso, Crema Y Plátanos Fritos / Eggs Any Style, Broiled Steak Served With Beans, Cheese, Cream & Fried Plantain
Eggs prepared to your preference, accompanied by broiled steak, beans, cheese, cream, and fried plantain.
Plátanos Fritos, Frijoles Y Crema / Fried Plantains With Beans & Cream
Golden-brown fried plantains served with smooth refried beans and a dollop of creamy sour cream.
Queso / Cheese
Pupusa filled with cheese, choice of corn or rice tortilla.
Queso Con Loroco / Cheese & Loroco
Pupusa filled with cheese and loroco. Choice of corn or rice tortilla.
Queso Con Chicharrón / Cheese & Fried Pork Rind
Cheese & fried pork rind pupusa with choice of corn or rice tortilla.
Queso Con Ayote / Cheese & Squash
Cheese and squash pupusa with choice of corn or rice tortilla.
Queso Con Jalapeño / Cheese & Jalapeño
Cheese and jalapeño pupusa; choose between corn or rice tortilla.
Queso Con Frijoles / Cheese & Beans
Pupusa filled with cheese and beans, choice of corn or rice tortilla.
Chicharrón / Fried Pork Rind
Chicharrón pupusa filled with fried pork rind. Choose between corn or rice tortilla.
Chicharrón Con Frijoles / Fried Pork Rind & Beans
Pupusa filled with chicharrón and beans, choice of corn or rice tortilla.
Frijoles / Beans
Stuffed pupusa with beans, choice of corn or rice tortilla.
Revueltas: Queso, Chicharrón Y Frijoles / Mixed: Cheese, Fried Pork Rind & Beans
Mixed pupusa filled with cheese, fried pork rind, and beans. Choice of corn or rice tortilla.
Pupusas
Entradas / Entrées
Carne Asada
Char-grilled, marinated steak, expertly seasoned for an authentic flavor.
Carne Guisada Salvadorena / Salvadorean Beef Stew
Salvadorean beef stew, or carne guisada salvadorena, is a traditional dish consisting of tender beef slow-cooked with carrots and potatoes in a richly seasoned sauce.
Bistec Encebollado / Steak With Onions
Succulent steak topped with caramelized onions
Sálpicon
Shredded meat mixed with finely diced tomatoes, onions, and avocados, typically dressed with lime and olive oil.
Camarones Rancheros / Shrimps Ranch Style
Shrimp cooked in a traditional ranchero sauce, which typically includes tomatoes, onions, and jalapeños.
Cóctel De Camarones / Shrimp Cocktail
Shrimp served in a tomato-based sauce, typically mixed with onions, cilantro, avocado, and cucumber.
Mojarra Frita / Fried Tilapia
Crispy and flavorful fried tilapia, a delicious seafood option
Chiles Rellenos De Carne O Queso / Chiles Rellenos With Cheese Or Beef
Chile relleno filled with choice of cheese or beef, served as an entrée.
Rellenos De Pacaya / Stuffed Pacaya
Pacaya palm flower stuffed with a savory filling, typically includes a blend of cheeses and spices, encased in a crispy breadcrumb coating.
Pechuga De Pollo A La Plancha / Grilled Chicken Breast
Grilled chicken breast, typically served with a light seasoning to enhance its natural flavors.
Pollo Asado /Broiled Chicken
Broiled chicken, typically seasoned with a blend of spices and herbs, served without accompaniments.
Pollo Encebollado / Chicken With Onions
Marinated chicken cooked with a generous amount of onions, often served with a traditional Salvadoran criolla salsa.
Pollo En Crema / Chicken In Cream
Strips of chicken breast gently cooked in a rich cream sauce, often accompanied by a blend of herbs and spices.
Pollo A La Plancha En Crema / Grilled Chicken With Cream
Grilled chicken served in a creamy sauce, typically accompanied by a selection of vegetables.
Filete De Pescado A La Plancha / Grilled Fish Fillet
Grilled fish fillet, typically served with a selection of seasonings to enhance its natural flavors.
Filete De Pescado Empanizado / Breaded Fish Fillet
Breaded fish fillet, typically includes a crispy breadcrumb coating, gently fried until golden brown.
Hígado Encebollado / Liver With Onions
Tender liver sautéed with onions, typically includes a blend of seasoning to enhance the flavors.
Plato Combinaciones: Pollo Carne Y Camarones / Combination Plate: Chicken, Beef, & Shrimp
Chicken, beef, and shrimp are combined in this entrée, offering a diverse taste experience, typically accompanied by traditional sides.
Ensalada De Pechuga De Pollo A La Plancha / Grilled Breast Chicken Salad
Grilled chicken breast served over a mix of fresh lettuce and assorted vegetables, typically dressed with a light vinaigrette.
Carne Deshebrada Con Huevos / Shredded Beef With Eggs
Shredded beef and eggs, often accompanied by elements like onions and peppers, reflecting traditional breakfast flavors.
Sopa Salvadorena De Res Con Arroz / Salvadorean Beef Soup With Rice
Salvadoran beef soup prepared with rice and a blend of vegetables, following traditional cooking methods.
Sopa Salvadorena De Patas / Salvadorean Beef Leg Soup
Salvadorean beef leg soup is a traditional dish made with beef leg, slowly simmered with a variety of vegetables, often accompanied by tortillas.
Sopa De Gallina Con Arroz Y Ensalada / Hen Soup With Rice & Salad
A comforting hen soup served with rice and accompanied by a fresh salad, typically including a medley of vegetables.
Sopa De Camarones / Shrimp Soup
Shrimp soup typically includes a savory broth infused with vegetables and herbs, offering a comforting and satisfying experience.
Sopa De Pescado / Fish Soup
A traditional soup made with a variety of fish, typically simmered with vegetables such as tomatoes, onions, and peppers.
Sopa Mares / Mares Soup
A traditional seafood soup combining shrimp, calamari, fish, clams, crab, lobster, and mussels, simmered in a flavorful broth.
Sopa De Pescado Con Camarón / Fish Soup With Shrimp
Sopa de pescado con camarón typically includes a broth enriched with fish and shrimp, often accompanied by a selection of vegetables and seasoned with herbs.
Sopas / Soups
Golosinas Tipicas / Typical Treats
Empanadas De Plátano Con Crema O Frijoles Fritos / Fried Plantain Empanadas With Fried Beans Or Cream
Three crispy empanadas filled with sweet plantains. Choose between creamy or rich fried beans filling.
Pastelitos Fritos De Pollo O Carne / Fried Patties With Chicken Or Meat
Fried patties filled with choice of chicken or meat, labeled as empanadas.
Salvadorean Hen Sub Sandwich / Pan Con Gallina
Stewed Salvadorean hen served in a submarine sandwich, typically includes hard-boiled egg, marinated vegetables, and a savory sauce on French bread.
Yuca Frita O Sancochada Con Chicharrón / Fried Or Boiled Cassava With Fried Pork Rind
Yuca, served fried or boiled, accompanied by crispy fried pork rind. Choice of preparation available.
Enchiladas Salvadoreñas / Salvadorean Enchiladas
A tostada topped with beans, cabbage, cucumber, tomato, radish, hard-boiled egg, and cheese.
Tamal De Gallina / Hen Tamal
Traditional corn dough filled with seasoned hen, typically wrapped in a banana leaf.
Tamales De Elote Con Crema / Corn Tamales With Cream
Two steamed corn tamales served with cream, wrapped in corn husks, embodying the essence of traditional breakfast treats.
Riguas Con Crema / Tender Corn Tortilla With Cream
Two tender corn tortillas accompanied by a rich cream, typically enjoyed as a delightful breakfast treat.
Papas Fritas / French Fries
Classic, crispy potatoes fried to perfection and served as a delightful accompaniment.
Churro
A freshly fried churro, typically rolled in cinnamon and sugar.
Atole De Maiz Tostado / Toasted Corn Atole
Atole de maiz tostado is a hot beverage made from toasted corn dough, commonly sweetened and thickened to achieve a smooth texture.
Atole
Bebidas Calientes / Hot Drinks
Chocolate Caliente / Hot Chocolate
Creamy hot chocolate, perfect for warming the soul.
Leche Con Café / Milk With Coffee
Hot coffee blended with milk, served as a comforting morning beverage.
Té Caliente / Hot Tea
A warm beverage typically made by steeping dried tea leaves, offering a variety of selections including herbal and caffeinated options.
Café / Coffee
Rich, aromatic blend brewed to perfection
Arroz / Rice
Flavorful rice entrée prepared with care and expertise.
Frijoles / Beans
Savory legumes cooked to perfection, served as a delicious and nutritious side dish.
Tortilla
An order of freshly prepared corn tortillas, typically served as a versatile accompaniment or base for various toppings.
Bolillo / French Bread
Bolillo, a traditional Mexican bread roll, offers a crusty exterior with a soft, fluffy interior, often served as an accompaniment to meals.
Aguacate / Avocado
Avocado served as a simple, fresh accompaniment.
Queso / Cheese
Cheesy delight made for dipping and adding a burst of flavor to any dish.
Extras
Bebidas - Bebidas Frias / Drinks - Cold Drinks
Horchata Salvadorena / Salvadorean Rice Drink
Salvadorean rice drink with cinnamon and vanilla. Available in medium or large.
Tamarindo / Tamarind
Tamarind drink, available in medium or large sizes.
Arrayan
Arrayan juice, choice of medium or large.
Jamaica / Hibiscus Flower Drink
Jamaica: Refreshing hibiscus flower drink. Available in medium or large.
Ensalada De Frutas Mixtas / Mix Fruit Salad
Fresh blend of seasonal fruits, available in medium or large sizes.
Marañón / Cashew Fruit
Cashew fruit juice, available in medium or large sizes.
Licuado De Fresa / Strawberry Shake
Blended with fresh strawberries and milk, this licuado offers a smooth and creamy texture.
Licuado De Papaya / Papaya Shake
Papaya shake is a creamy blend of ripe papaya and milk, often sweetened to taste.
Licuado De Melón / Melón Shake
Fresh melon blended into a smooth shake, typically mixed with milk.
Licuado De Zapote / Sapote Shake
Blended sapote with milk, creating a smooth and creamy shake with a distinctive sweet and earthy flavor.
Bebidas - Licuados / Drinks - Shakes
Bebidas - Gaseosas - Botella / Drinks - Soft Drinks - Bottle
Coca-Cola De ⁄ Litro / ⁄ Liter Coke
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Coca-Cola Oz / Oz Coke
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Kolashampan
A sweet, effervescent soda typically featuring a unique blend of tropical fruit flavors, served in a bottle.
Jarritos Piña / Pineapple Jarritos
Jarritos piña is a pineapple-flavored Mexican soda, sweetened with real cane sugar and often enjoyed for its refreshing tropical taste.
Jarritos Tamarindo / Tamarind Jarritos
A Mexican soda with a distinctive tamarind flavor, sweetened with cane sugar.
Jarritos Mandarina / Mandarin Jarritos
A Mexican soda flavored with natural mandarin essence, sweetened with real cane sugar.
Sangría
A bottled beverage typically including a blend of red wine and fruit juices, often accompanied by chopped fruit.
Soda Uva, Fresa, Naranja / Grape, Strawberry, Orange Soda
Can soda with choice of grape, strawberry, or orange flavor.
Pepsi, Coca-Cola Y Sprite / Pepsi, Coke & Sprite
Selection of canned soft drinks: Pepsi, Coke, Sprite. Choose your preferred soda.
Coca-Cola De Dieta / Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
Té Helado / Ice Tea
Iced tea, served in a can, typically includes a blend of brewed tea chilled to perfection.
Caprisun
Refreshing Fruit Juice Blend in a Pouch
Sunny D
Tangy citrus blend, a classic favorite.
Botella De Agua / Bottle Of Water
A bottle of water, offering a simple and refreshing hydration option.
Agua Mineral / Bottle Of Mineral Water
Naturally sourced mineral water, bottled for purity and refreshment.
Bebidas - Gaseosas - Lata / Drinks - Soft Drinks - Can
Bebidas - Jugos Naturales / Drinks - Natural Juices
Jugo De Naranja / Orange Juice
Citrusy refreshment in every sip.