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La Carreta

Authentic Salvadorian pupusas bring the vibrant heart of Latin America straight to your table.

Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie
4.3$$
OPEN12 pm - 10 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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4.3411 ratings
5★
65%
4★
16%
3★
6%
2★
10%
1★
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on Google4.2 (1400+)
*as of 2026-08-15
4.3411 ratings
5★
65%
4★
16%
3★
6%
2★
10%
1★
4%
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Review Summary

La Carreta consistently receives high praise for its authentic and delicious Salvadoran cuisine, with many diners considering their pupusas to be the best in Montreal. Visitors often highlight the flavorful chicharron, refreshing horchata, and generous portions as standout features that keep them coming back. The restaurant offers a welcoming atmosphere, complemented by a lovely outdoor terrace and enjoyable music, making it a popular spot for both casual meals and celebrations. While experiences with service can vary depending on how busy the night is, many patrons appreciate the friendly staff and find the overall quality and fair pricing to be well worth a visit.
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Amanda
2.0

Food is good - the place is nicely decorated but… service is very slow & non attentive. Not very friendly, can't even fake a smile. There are other options for pupusas near by.

Aug 6, 2026
on Google
Céleste
4.0

the pupusas are to die for.

& those plantains ? wow. perfect amount of sweetness & i love getting the cream & frijoles with it, it's delicious !

Aug 4, 2026
on Google
Paula
1.0

Fuimos a probar las famosas pupusas. en lo personal no me gustaron.. pero lo peor fue el servicio...cada vez que elegimos algo de la carta no estaba disponible...finalmente pedimos dos pupusas qué demoraron más de 20 minutos en traer...la mesa no tenía cubiertos ni servilletas...tuvimos que levantarnos a pedirlas...los platos para servirnos tampoco llegaron...
Al pedir la cuenta nuevamente media hora para esperar..el mesero distraído.. poco diligente..lo mismo el otro hombre que habia...en vez de ayudar solo miraba..
Pésima experiencia...no volvería y menos lo recomendaria

Jul 30, 2026
on Google
Abby
1.0

Le service est toujours super lent & mes commandes pour emporter sont souvent incomplètes.

Jul 27, 2026
on Google
CAROLINA
4.0

The food is delicious. The terrace has a lot of room for improvement.

Jul 24, 2026
on Google
José
5.0

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
Gideon
5.0

Great tasting, affordable prices with basic service.

Jul 12, 2026
on Google
Max
5.0

chicharron here is so good! the covered terrace is lovely, even in the rain. fantastic music & ambiance too!

Jul 11, 2026
on Google
Taylor
2.0

I used to love this place, but it's gone downhill.

Service was complete trash the last two times I went, so not just a one off, & both times the restaurant was near empty, so no excuse.

About 4 wait staff on, all of them chatting together, eating food with their hands, & on their phones. The bar top was full of dirty dishes, empty water bottles & sangria pitchers. Literally not doing their jobs. Had to go ask them for everything (drinks, sauces etc.) as they wouldn't come to the table. They also confused the orders & forgot to bring drinks that then appeared on the bill. Complete joke & a far cry from what it once was.

I used to work in the service industry & this is an embarrassment. I gave them two chances, & it was the same terrible service both times.

The food is decent, but I'm going to frequent the other papusa places in the neighborhood.

Really hope the management turns things around.

Jul 8, 2026
on Google
Gerardo
5.0

Being Salvadoran, I confirm this is 100% authentic. Food quality is consistently great. Service is really good & prices are fair for the quality you get. Fully recommended!

Jul 2, 2026
on Google
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