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Pupusería La Chalateca in San Jose

Name: Pupusería La Chalateca in San Jose
Address: 4161 Hamilton Ave, San Jose, California, 95130, US
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.4

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4.4 (303)

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Pupusería La Chalateca, the premier Restaurant in San Jose, CA, invites you to experience the authentic taste of traditional Salvadoran cuisine. Located at 4161 Hamilton Ave, San Jose, CA 95130, our cozy eatery is dedicated to serving the best pupusas in town. At Pupusería La Chalateca, we take pride in our family recipes, passed down through generations, to bring you the most delicious and flavorful dishes. Our menu features a variety of traditional Salvadoran dishes, including mouth-watering pupusas, savory tamales, and delectable empanadas. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner, our friendly staff and warm atmosphere make Pupusería La Chalateca the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal with friends and family. We're committed to providing exceptional service and ensuring that every bite is a delight. Come visit us today and taste the difference at Pupusería La Chalateca, the best Restaurant in San Jose!

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4.4

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Ivan Petrov -Google user

a year ago

The Pambazo was large and quite tasty, but after eating it, I had heartburn. My favorite dish is the mixed one; everything on it was delicious.👌🏻 Highly Recommended!

Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 4Plato De Pupusas, Pambazo ChiazoraPlenty of parkingFree parking lot

trisha cardenas -Google user

2 months ago

We were waiting for our laundry and decided to eat here food and drinks was delicious and satisfying. You have to try there Michelada’s so good My daughter even got her own chicken nuggets and french fries plate she was happy...Read More

Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Indoor dining area

Angel Alfaras -Google user

2 years ago

I was waiting for my laundry and decided to eat something nearby. I wasn’t expecting delicious loaded nachos. I ordered el pastor with it. It was delicious and satisfying. It’s a small place but has huge flavors. I will definitely come back again.

Take outOther$10–20Atmosphere: 5Pastor

Debbie Cusic -Google user

3 years ago

So freaking good we devoured it before photos. That kind of tasty. Pupusas were generously stuffed and truly delicious. Pumpkin pork beans cheese. The cardita cabbage slaw was tangy and the red dipping sauce so good. Not spicy. The Quesdillas Guanaquitas with...Read More

Take outDinner$10–20

MAT -Google user

4 years ago

Ate Pambazo Chorizo (Mexican sausage) good value, tasty, quick to be served and Pollo Guisado (Chicken stew with potatoes) nice, enjoyed.

Tuurischeva Green -Google user

4 years ago

This was my first time here and what made me choose this place was the pictures of the food. So I got there nachos with chicken, the tortillas were nice and crispy.. they didn't get soggy which means they make their own chips. The chicken...Read More

Vivian -Google user

3 years ago

Love their pupusas! There's so many varieties to choose from and their curtido pairs so well with the pupusas. There's also a rice flour option for the pupusas which I was excited to try. The rice flour pupusa was a bit too hard/crispy in my...Read More

Dine inLunch$1–10

Gary Maxwell -Google user

4 years ago

We haven’t been here in years, which is a shame because the pupusas are extraordinary and very affordable. Lots of choices, this time we went for a Pork, a Bean & Cheese, and a Chorizo & Potato. The Pork was nicely seasoned. Everything is super...Read More

Danielle -Google user

2 years ago

Food is delicious! I ordered the mini quesadillas with asada.

$10–20Atmosphere: 5Asada

Arlen Auxiliadora Rodriguez Obregon -Google user

3 months ago

Mamà and me had a delicious breakfast/lunch plates cooked to our satisfaction and we enjoyed it. It was our treat to ourselves in this Weekend Holiday

$20–30Atmosphere: 5

Jamie Todd -Google user

4 months ago

Great food, great service, definitely good prices.

$10–20Atmosphere: 5Moderate noise3-4 peopleNo wait

Eliana Lopez -Google user

2 years ago

This place was fantastic. My boyfriend and I ordered 4 items and each of them were so delicious we barely spoke over lunch cause we couldn’t stop eating. The horchata was the perfect sweetness and tasted fresh. Would definitely come again next time we’re in...Read More

Dine inFood: 5

edhem besirevic -Google user

3 years ago

First time trying El Salvadoran food. WOW! I was really impressed. Definitely on my list to visit more often. We had 4-5 different meals (of course I forgot the names), and everything was AMAZING! I was really surprised with pickled cabbage slaw. Really complemented food! Pupusas are...Read More

Dine inLunch$20–30

saira ramos -Google user

4 years ago

I have been coming here since I was about nine years old. My first visits where at the now closed closed location near the San Jose State University campus. Don't be deceived by their outdated decor or atmosphere vibes. In the various times, I've ordered...Read More

Maria Teresa Orta-Crue -Google user

a year ago

First time being there. The food took some time to be served but well worth the wait as they make everything fresh!

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Pupusa De ChicharrónHighly recommend

Laurissa Lynn -Google user

a year ago

We got the asada tacos, and the Revuelta pupusas. Both choices are delicious. If you are in the area try the Pupuseria La Chalateca. It gets busy but definitely worth the wait.

Angi Reddell -Google user

3 years ago

Incredible food. Long wait time if you order for take out. I recommend calling ahead but well worth the wait. Steak and cheese pupusas are insanely good.

Norah Shimokawa -Google user

Edited 6 years ago

Puuuuuuchica!!! The pupusas here are excellent!!!!! $2.75-$3 each. Family friendly. The atmosphere is very authentic and clean. Best pupusas in the South Bay! They have a huge menu, offering much more than pupusas too. *If you need to be somewhere, please keep in mind, pupusas take...Read More

Phil Davis -Google user

Edited a year ago

Pupusas are big and spectacular. We had chicharon y queso and hongos y queso. Tender, packed with filling, crispy fries, and just the right amount of greasy. Perfect.

Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5

Joshua A. -Google user

3 years ago

Haven't tried much of their other items besides the pupusas and tortas, but it's hard to convince myself to do so because their milanesa tortas are so perfect. Far and away the best tortas I've ever had.

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