Established in 2006, La Puente is the first of two Lajamaya Salvadorean Restaurant locations. Ruth is and continues to be the original owner. She was born in El Salvador and came to the US in the 80s. Her mother owned a restaurant and taught Ruth to cook as a child.
Ruth was an accountant for 12 years for a supermarket but dreamed of having her own business venture someday.
Her first job was working quality control for the health department and oversaw mass food production for schools and hospitals which gave her great insight on food production in the United States. With the help of her husband, she opened Lajamaya Salvadorean and offered all the traditional recipes her mother made when she was growing up.
Based on 529 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.2 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
15446 Amar Rd, La Puente, CA 91744
Phone: (626) 937-6589
Website:
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Hours
| Friday |
9 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday |
9 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday |
9 AM–8 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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9 AM–8 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday |
9 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday |
9 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday |
9 AM–8 PM |
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Reviews
Jacqueline Abrego
Who ever says the food is good here is lying. Theyre probly friends with this place cuz This place sucks! Puppusas sucked balls nasty. Don’t come to this place this were not pupusas. Ugh so disappointing. If you want real authentic salvadorean food go to El Molcajetes in east LA. You won’t be disappointed trust me!
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Eliseo Marquez
Guys, I Have Litterly Only Tried Popusas Here. And, I Can Honestly Say They Are Delicious I’m A Picky Eater Keep That In Mind. But They Are Good, Also The Service Is Great Very Polite People. My Favorite Are The “Queso Con Loroco”. My Kids Also Love It, Not To Forget The Wifey Too.
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Will Aquino
The classic Salvi experience. The pupusas were delicious as hell. The platanos con frijoles did not disappoint. Service was A1. Cute spot. Definitely will be returning.
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Abraham Merino
On Friday March 17, 2023 around 5:30pm me and my Family went to this Salvadorean Restaurant to get some Pupusas, for the first Time. We Order 2 Cheese & 4 Chicharrón w/ Cheese & Jalapeño “TO GO” The Cashier told us 25 min wait but we waited 48 min. Good thing The other Cashier apologize for waiting and we head home.
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Rickey Powell
It is a great place to have some authentic Salvadoran food. Well as far as I can tell since I’ve never been or ate Salvadoran food, lol! Promise its a great experience and quick vacation for a few hrs to have a bite. And few laughs with your partner, family or friends! Without leaving the country.
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Alfredo Villegas
Loved this place, I have never had plantain, but I wasn’t disappointed, tasting the true authenticity of Salvadorian food, extremely satisfying and delicious, I can’t stress enough how yall should check this spot out.
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Dean Martinetti
Little hole in the wall Salvadorian restaurant in the middle of nowhere. Good food, good staff. They were very attentive and courteous. The pupusas are absolutely incredible and worth the trip down there just for that alone. They do not serve alcohol here, but that’s okay because they make a mean horchata
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Kayi Zheng
Excellent service and delicious food.
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Idania Alfaro
Food is delicious and service is excellent. Love this place
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Johanna Luna
Love to order pupusas to go from here. Very fresh.
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