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La Carreta

Authentic pupusas and vibrant Salvadorian flavors bring the heart of Latin America to the streets of Montreal.

Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie
4.3$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 12 pm
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La Carreta specializes in the preparation of authentic Salvadorian cuisine, featuring pupusas as the cornerstone of the menu. These thick, handmade corn tortillas are stuffed with various combinations of savory ingredients like seasoned pork, refried beans, and melty cheese. The kitchen maintains high standards by pairing these staples with curtido, a vibrant fermented cabbage slaw, and a tangy tomato-based salsa. Beyond the signature pupusas, the menu offers traditional staples such as fried yuca with chicharron and plantains served with crema. The dining atmosphere focuses on functional simplicity, allowing the bold flavors of Central American spices and fresh ingredients to remain the primary attraction. Every plate reflects deep culinary traditions by utilizing time-honored techniques to ensure consistency across every meal served to patrons seeking genuine regional flavors.

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Reviews for La Carreta

Food
Service
on Google4.2 (1400+)
*as of 2026-08-01
5★
65%
4★
15%
3★
6%
2★
11%
1★
3%

Review Summary

La Carreta is widely recognized for serving some of the best and most authentic pupusas in Montreal, with many diners praising the high quality and delicious flavors of the food. While the menu consistently receives positive feedback for its traditional Salvadoran dishes and generous portions, the overall customer experience varies significantly due to inconsistent service. Some patrons report friendly, professional, and welcoming interactions, while others have encountered long wait times, occasional errors, or inattentive staff. Despite these mixed reports regarding service and the occasional complaint about restaurant temperature or volume, the majority of visitors find the fair pricing and authentic atmosphere make it a worthy destination for a memorable meal.
Page 1 of 1 - 9 Reviews

Amazing outdoor terrasse weather & atmosphere. You cannot skip the yuca frita (fries like but gluten free fried vegetable), the chicharron (pulled pork fried chewy on the out but tender on the inside). Great size pupusas, go for the revueltas & the con todo you won't regret & the sweet orchata drink (rice floor base with cinnamon) was to delectfully sweet. Great July'w6 experience.

Jul 17, 2026
on Google

Le porc était parfaitement croustillant.
Les pupusas étaient délicieuses. On goûtait la fraîcheur des produits.
Nous allons y retourner & cette fois-ci, ce sera une table dehors en terrasse.

Jun 11, 2026
on Google

Belle petite terrasse

Aug 1, 2025
on Google

la place est cool mais le service, tres mauvais. on etait un groupe, il y avait un francais qui nous a bien accueille mais une fille qui est latina, nous a mal servi. la faire cest que les pupusas ont pris du temps, du genre 45 mins. une chance que mon amie a eu lidee daller voir pourquoi sa prenait du temps sinon, on serait la entrain dattendre comme des idiots. la terrasse est bonne & les pupusas, pas pire.

Aug 19, 2024
on Google

Première fois pour nous à cet endroit & tout était délicieux. Si vous n'avez jamais essayé la cuisine salvadorienne, c'est un bel endroit pour s'initier. On a pris le plat à partager & wow! La viande est croustillante à l'extérieur & super tendre à l'intérieur. Le yucca était cuit à la perfection. & tout le reste était vraiment très bon aussi. On a aussi pris des pupusas pour apportez Le curtido est un peu différent de celui qu'on a l'habitude de manger mais quand même très bon. ( Grande fan de curtido ici, je préfère les morceaux plus gros que finement hachés mais c'est un goût personnel) La terrasse est bien aménagée & la musique était super bonne. Je recommande 😊

Jun 23, 2024
on Google

Des plats très savoureux & des portions généreuses. J'ai adoré la qualité du service & l'ambiance de la terrasse. Une vraie petite perle !

Jun 16, 2024
on Google

Les meilleurs pupusas à Montréal sans hésiter !! Belle terrasse l’été, & personnel super gentil.

Sep 22, 2023
on Google

Terrasse très bonne Pupusas avec des yuca frita humm... cuisine salvadorienne Excellentes

Sep 15, 2023
on Google
via Other
1 Review
4.0

Excellent pupusas, guacamole & chicken & shrimp with rice; delicious drinks. We've been regulars for ten years & brought many friends to enjoy this gem. The loss of one star was due to a musician on the terrasse who played in front of us, drowning out any ability to hold a conversation, then asked us for money. If I had known this would be the situation, we would have waited until an evening without live (& very close-up) entertainment.

Jun 26, 2023