El Comal Pupuseria

This small, unpretentious spot on Hillside Avenue keeps the setting simple and clean. Beyond the standard pupusas—including versions stuffed with cheese and loroco—the kitchen serves traditional Salvadoran plates like tamales de elote, casamiento, and beef soup. The scratch-made Cangrejofongo, a dish of mashed fried green plantains with crab meat, is a specialty not found nearby. Because it is prepared from scratch, it can take some time to reach the table. Service is generally friendly, though diners should note that the bill comes with an automatic tip charge.