4.4 on Google · 2,212 reviews

Handmade pupusas and Salvadoran plates in Merriam, Kansas.

Pupusas, tacos, tamales, mariscos and breakfast, with online pickup ordering. Open daily, 8 AM to 9 PM.

Handmade pupusasTacos hondureñosTamal de eloteMariscosCaldosDesayunoHorchata de morroVegetarian optionsKids' menuGood for watching sports
A table of Salvadoran dishes: tacos, pupusas, yuca, plantains and more, with a Salvadoran flag

About

Known as El Pulgarcito, the little thumb.

El Salvador is nicknamed “El Pulgarcito de América,” the little thumb of the Americas. This Merriam eatery carries the name and the flavors, starting with pupusas: handmade corn flour tortillas stuffed with your choice of filling.

The menu runs from tacos, tamales and yuca to whole fried tilapia, hearty soups and Salvadoran breakfast. There are vegetarian options, a kids’ menu, and it’s a good spot to catch the game.

4.4Google rating
2,212Google reviews
$3.99Per pupusa
Stylized 3D night view of the El Pulgarcito storefront with a blue LED outline and glowing yellow parking lines

About the store

A family-run Salvadoran kitchen.

This is a family-run establishment, where your food is treated like they are making it for family! Every order is made fresh, so keep in mind wait times may vary depending on traffic!

Diners on Google Maps like the delicious and authentic Salvadoran food, especially the pupusas, tacos and plantains. They also highlight the friendly staff, reasonable prices and clean restrooms.

  • Authentic Salvadoran food
  • Pupusas, tacos & plantains
  • Friendly staff
  • Reasonable prices
  • Clean restrooms

Summary of diner feedback shown on Google Maps.

Online order specials

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Current offers from the restaurant’s online ordering page. Codes are entered at checkout.

Expires October 14, 2026

Game week: 20% off

10/9 to 10/14 use code OCTOBERGAME20 to get 20% off online orders with a minimum spend of $25. 20% off up to $10 on orders more than $25.

Code: OCTOBERGAME20

20% OFF

20% off on orders more than $30

Code: CFD20

FREE Yuca Frita Platter

Free Yuca Frita Platter on orders greater than $50.00

FREE Yuca Salcochada Platter

Free Yuca Salcochada Platter on orders greater than $50.00

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What guests say

Neighbors keep coming back.

4.4

2,212 reviews on Google

97 out of 100 across 1,086 ratings on the online ordering menu.

This place is great! Really delicious food, including pupusas, tacos,tamales,and various plates. Would make a great date night dinner.
★★★★★Greg Hazen · Google review
What a great little hidden gem for phenomenal Salvadoran food! It’s somewhat tucked away, and my GPS had me driving in circles before I finally figured out how to get there, but it was absolutely worth the effort. It’s also conveniently located just a few minutes off I-35.
★★★★★Brian W · Google review
Muy bueno El servicio la comida Rica
Uber Eats review
They put an amazing effort to keep my food warm…
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Visit

Come hungry. Merriam Drive.

Hours

Open daily, 8 AM to 9 PM

Hours from the restaurant’s online ordering page. Call to confirm holiday hours.

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5921 Merriam Dr
Merriam, KS 66203
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