About
When it comes to Mexican and Salvadoran cuisine, El Guanaco in Troy, MI stands out as a hidden gem. Offering a variety of dishes that cater to both meat lovers and vegetarians, this restaurant has quickly become a favorite among locals.
The diverse menu at El Guanaco features traditional breakfast options like Chilaquiles and Guanacos Special, as well as flavorful appetizers such as Bufalo Wings and Cheese Dip. The soups, including Caldo de Pollo and Pozole, are hearty and comforting, perfect for a cold winter day.
What sets El Guanaco apart is not only the authenticity of its food but also the warm and welcoming atmosphere created by the friendly staff. Customers rave about the delicious pupusas and the quick service, making it a go-to spot for a casual meal with friends or family.
Overall, El Guanaco is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience the flavors of Mexico and El Salvador without breaking the bank. With its convenient location and diverse menu, this restaurant is sure to leave a lasting impression on your taste buds. So why not stop by and indulge in a culinary journey that will have you coming back for more?
“ I've been coming here for a while now. Best and most authentic Tacos around! The people that work there are very nice and welcoming. They always have a smile on their face ready to get you some good food. Feels like you're eating at your local spot nothing too flashy very calming. Highly recommend ”
“ AMAZING LOVE THIS PLACE .. they always have great food here the service can at time be slow when they are busy but worth the wait ”
“ The food was very good, I especially like the pupusas. The service was quick and courteous. ”
“ Order was ready on time and food was very good! We will go there in the future! I especially enjoyed the guacamole ”
“ The food is beyond amazing this is by far the best place in the state and the best pupusas I've ever had even better than those in la. My wife got the asada and it was also truly amazing. If you haven't been here you need to be. This is a must stop for some of the best food In the country. The service is friendly and fast and the restaurant itself is small but has extra seating in another area. Seriously this is a must stop. ”
“ Stopped here after a movie day and was craving some tacos and quesadillas! There is plenty of free parking! This place and indoor seating that is very limited and covered outdoor seating. This is your normal "whole in the wall" kind of joint. So nothing exciting about decor. The service here was very friendly! The woman who took our order was super nice and patient while we figured out what we wanted. The food: I got a chicken quesadilla that was seasoned so well! It came with a salsa that was tasty, lettuce and pico. There was also south cream but I don't eat that so I asked for it to be removed. I got their classic cheese pupusa and it was delicious!y friend got chicken and steak tacos but noted he did not like the corn tortillas and thought the meat was "just ok." I ended with the tres leches cake and it was the worst I have ever tried.... Very dry and disappointing... Overall, if I lived in this area I would go back based on customer service and the delicious/ flavorful quesadilla and pupusa! ”
“ After a recent trip to Puerto Rico, I was craving some good Latin food. Not the crappy Americanized Meh-xican stuff that is a plague on my part of Macomb county. But good authentic Latin food. El Guanaco hit the mark. Had a nice sampling of empanada, arepa chachapas really enjoyed everything Also liked that they had a little grocery section. Was able to get some plantain chips like I enjoyed in PR ”
“ A very small restaurant, the quintessential hole-in-the-wall that you could easily pass based on the exterior. However, if you're seeking authentic el Salvadorian or Mexican dishes, I'd recommend that you DO NOT pass on this place. This was my first time here / everything ordered was delicious. We came around 1:00 and the small wait was worth it. Tasted like you were eating at someone's house. Authentic fresh & soo soo delicious. Plantains were on point & the tacos were my favorite. ”
“ Still amazing! We ordered take out and ordered too much food. We had a burrito with al pastor, lengua tacos dinner, and Mexican platter #1. We should've just ordered the platter. The mini burrito and quesadilla are full sized. All tasted like abuela cooked them just for us. Best tasting and super authentic Latin food you can find in the Troy area. The workers are always so friendly and sweet with the kids. Ordered over the phone and was ready for pickup in 20 minutes on a Saturday night. Couldn't asked for more. ”
“ got their bowl with shrimp and beans. Nice blend of freshly sauteed vegetables/peppers, rice, beans, shrimp. Nothing special but that is the beauty of it. It is filled with good well-cooked ingredients. Combine this with their salsa and/or hot sauce and it is a perfect meal. Still the winner for me is the papusa. Can get different combos but please include cheese as it is like a meant-to-be ingredient. Melts in mouth experience. So warm and soft. Add in your meat of choice and/or beans/spinach and it is a definite win for a relatively inexpensive menu item. Tacos were so-so. Not the best I've had for sure, a far away from it. It is not bad, just not amazing in comparison to the Papusa, and not as filling either. It was better with hot sauce whereas the papusa was good by itself. Service is what you would expect from authentic El Salvador restaurant with Salvadorean staff who speak minimal English. Ambiance is a that of a hole in wall and gave a Salvadorean atmosphere for sure. Overall good experience and would return. ”