El Norteno

8917 Brookville Rd, Silver Spring
(301) 588-7730

Recent Reviews

Claudio Cordero

100 authentic Salvadorean and Mexican food.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Juamy Lopez

Super bad service, late, burned license and they only told me the next wing, don't burn it, in a joking tone, very bad

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Recommended dishes: Carne Asada

Nancy T.

We had the chicken tacos and the tamales in a takeout order. We agreed that the food was better than other places we've tried -- the tacos were moist and the tamales were very good and authentic. I would definitely return here. The staff was friendly and helpful and the service was fast. Try it!

Karla Vieda

This is my favorite place so far. I always order to go but they nice and food is always ready on time. I love the Faijita of Camarones ?.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Peggy Blaylock

We were completely ignored when we walked in, when we went to the counter and inquired about a certain dish they just stared right through us.There were at least three employees talking with each other. We were standing directly in from of them, it was like we were invisible. Such an uninviting and off putting experience. We ended up walking out after trying to order food and no one paid any attention.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Mi O

Authentic. Food is awesome!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Tamale

Tony M.

Very good service and the food was great original Central American flavor . I got baleadas and this hey are authentic

J.P. McWatters

The food is quite good and the atmosphere was amazing! This place is off the beaten path but worth checking out.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Veronica M.

Necesita mejor servicio Vine a celebrar con mi familia a celebrar y nos llevamos la peor experiencia posible la comida no fue lo que esperábamos la mesera fatima fue demasiado orgullosa solo se acercó a tomar la orden y a dejar la comida cuando le dijomos que la comida no era lo que pedimos nos dijo que eso es como es la comida llegamos a las 8:30 y nos dijo que ya estaba cerrada la plancha que por eso no podía hacer el plato que pedimos claramente que la plancha ya estaba lavada y que nos hizo el favor de hacer la comida cuando nosotros estamos pagando y nunca nos dijo que ya iban a cerrar

Erica Oliveira

After a failed first breakfast attempt we happened to walk by el norteño and decided to give it a shot. We walked away full and very happy. This no frills neighborhood place gives off a hole in the wall vibe, but the food is seriously delicious and well priced. The staff was friendly but not overly attentive as we sat out on the patio—which is honestly the way we like it. They had excellent food recommendations and everything came out fast and hot.The pupusas were made to order and when they came to the table they were hot hot lava, but after the heat subsided they were absolutely delicious. Just the right proportion of masa to filling.My partner can’t stop raving about the crema that came with the desayunos tipicos. And the yucca with chicarones were also excellent. We wouldn’t hesitate to come here again and again.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nik Noc W.

I am very disappointed in this place. I called and asked about how long it will take to get my food. The young lady I spoke to answered my question (IN ENGLISH). We talked and I told her I will call back in a couple minutes. Called 20 minutes later and the same young lady answered the phone. After I got out my order, and asked about pico... She said," No English" I repeated her and said. "No English?" I then said are you saying no one in there speaks English? She replied. No ... No one speaks English. WTH. I have NEVER been discriminated against until this moment. I work on Brookville Road and deal with a lot of nationalities and I have NEVER! I told my Hispanic coworker and he said next time he'll order for me. I told him no because they can't get my money.

Wolfgang Durand

Their food is tasty, but they should improve customer service, I really felt uncomfortable.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 2

The Dan R.

Good and plentiful meat in the tacos and the Verde sauce is tasty. The Carne Asada was flavorful even without the sauce. Great service. The lady behind the counter was on the phone the whole time, but that didn't stop her from taking good care of me, bringing out whatever I needed before I even asked. She also made it clear that my needs came first. The bathrooms are clean. It's not a 5-star place and doesn't compare to Los primos in laurel, but as far as authentic tacos go, this place is really good. With American tacos, they put cheese on everything. Authentic El Salvadorean tacos don't. It was nice to have real authentic El Salvadorean food that was flavorful and delicious. This place is worthy of repeat visits.

Carlos Reid

Good tex mex el salvadorian eats

Paul B.

I like to eat where the locals do. You get the best food for the best price. Nothing fancy here, just good Salvadoran food.

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