John W.
7/13/2025
Very delicious! Tasty! I had a lunch plate with a tamale and plantains. Friendly staff with helpful suggestions...
Pupuseria Y Restaurante Platano
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2042 University Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704
Pupuseria y Restaurante Platano, located in the heart of Berkeley, California, specializes in authentic Salvadoran cuisine, offering a warm atmosphere for its patrons. Since its inception in July 2006, the restaurant has aimed to preserve the rich culinary traditions of El Salvador and Central America, expanding its reach across the Bay Area with multiple locations.
Their menu highlights include traditional Pupusas, which are thick corn or rice flour tortillas filled with various ingredients, accompanied by curtido and salsa. Another standout dish is the Mar y Tierra, featuring a grilled New York steak paired with seasoned shrimp, avocado, and chimol, showcasing the unique flavors of the region.
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4.01,121 reviews
Anand P.
9/11/2025
Do you like pupusas? This place has the best pupusas in the east bay! Delicious and tasty. Try the jalepeno and cheese or the chicken and cheese pupusas. The avocado salad was very delicious....
Brenda R.
2/18/2025
Platano has been my favorite restaurant for the last 10 years. It was the one restaurant I trusted to have the best pupusas! The prices were elevated but worth it considering the quality and...
Alicia K.
5/4/2024
Came here to try pupusas for the first time, and it definitely won't be my last! I love that they serve their lunch specials all day so that you're able to try a little bit of everything. Service...
Sophia D.
6/25/2025
everything was pretty yummy and it was decorated nicely inside. i am giving them 4 instead of 5 starts but unfortunately i do think las delicias down the street is better and more bank for your...
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