San Salvador Restaurants

  1. Café La 'T'

    A popular bar-café at night, Café La 'T' also makes a pleasant daytime stop. Coffee is the specialty - especially latte, of course - and there is a good selection of tasty light fare, including quiche, granola with fresh fruit, or green salad with chicken and kiwi.

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  2. Cafeterí Arco Iris

    Just down the street from Universidad Franscisco Gavidia, the menu at this small eatery changes daily - it's comida a la vista - but the mix always includes chicken, veggies and rice. Get there early for the best selection.

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  3. Casablanca Café

    The Casablanca has popular lunch specials and good comida a la vista - fresh chiles rellenos with a side of veggies do just fine. The dining area could use some natural light - or artificial light, for that matter - but the formica-topped tables and green ceramic-tile floor have their retro charm.

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  4. Comedor y Pupusería La Ceiba

    A cheap no-frills eatery that is fairly convenient. Expect comida a la vista for breakfast and lunch - chicken tamales are morning faves, while roast chicken, chili rellenos , beef soup and shrimp tortas are popular for lunch. Pupusas are patted up from .

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  5. Gasolinera Esso

    Laugh all you want, but the freshly made sandwiches at this gas station are cheap, fast and pretty dang good. The moccachinos aren't bad either. It's close to the hostels.

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  7. Koffee Mix

    Next to the Galería 1-2-3 art gallery, this upscale café serves only Café Illy coffee, whether in a cappuccino, frappé, latté, espresso or simple drip. You can also order fresh juices, smoothies and tea, as well as good but overpriced. The interior is sleek and cool (in both senses); shady outdoor tables look onto the street.

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  8. Mister Donut

    If you can't bring yourself to eat at the gas station, this popular restaurant makes a good, quick alternative, with everything from eggs and beans to steak and Caesar salad. Plenty of donuts, too. There's another branch in Centro Comercial San Luis.

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  9. Punto Café

    Located at the Museum of Modern Art, this café is popular with wealthy capitalinos and serves creative and pricey dishes in a sleek dining area.

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