El Padrino Restaurant
Open nowSalvadorian, Mexican, Central American · $$ · Calgary
El Padrino Restaurant is an authentic Salvadorian and Mexican restaurant located on Calgary's International Avenue, founded and operated by siblings Martina and Frederico, serving traditional Central American and Mexican cuisine prepared fresh from scratch daily.
El Padrino Restaurant Menu
From the restaurant's menu pageAuthentic Salvadorian & Mexican Cuisine in Calgary Discover our delicious menu featuring authentic Salvadorian and Mexican dishes at El Padrino Restaurant , Calgary's hidden gem for Central American cuisine. From our famous Pupusas and fresh Tacos to traditional Tamales and Enchiladas, each dish is carefully crafted from scratch daily with traditional recipes and quality ingredients. Visit our food gallery or contact us to learn more.
Our Signature Dishes
- Three Pupusas
Our most famous Salvadorian dish Featuring three corn flour tortillas filled with your choice of cheese, beans, pork, or mixed fillings. each pupusa is handmade to order and cooked to golden brown, served with traditional curtido (pickled cabbage slaw) and tomato salsa.
- 2 Tacos
Authentic Mexican tacos made with fresh corn or flour tortillas and filled with your choice of seasoned meats including birria, carne asada, chicken, al pastor, shrimp, fish options. Topped with fresh cilantro, onions, and our homemade salsas. Served with lime wedges and your choice of mild or spicy salsa. Fresh, flavorful, and truly authentic Mexican street food.
- Tamales
Traditional Central American tamales made from scratch with seasoned corn masa filled with your choice of chicken, pork, or vegetables, wrapped in banana leaves and steamed to perfection. A beloved comfort food from El Salvador and Mexico. Made fresh daily using family recipes passed down through generations. Served with salsa and sour cream.
Appetizers
- Yuca con Chicharron$14.99
Appetizers
- Yuca Frita$11.99
Appetizers - fried cassava Comes with a cabbage salad ,tomato sauce
- Nachos$9.99
Appetizers
- Platano Frito$8.99
Appetizers
Everything birria
- Birria Ramen$15.99
Everything birria
- Pupusa Birria 9 inch$16.99
Everything birria
- Quesabirria$19.99
Everything birria
Pupusas
- 2 pupusas 2 tacos$19.99
Pupusas - Two pupusas, two tacos, salsa, curtido, and hot sauce.
- Three pupusas$14.99
Pupusas - Three pupusas, salsa and curtido.
- 9 inch pupusa$15.99
Pupusas - 9 inch pupusa served with salsa and curtido Salsa verde salsa roja
Kids Meal
- Quesadilla-Kids$9.99
Kids Meal - Mini Size Quesadilla
Mexican plates
- Quesadilla$12.99
Mexican plates - Slow cooked beef folded into a tortilla with melted cheese topped off with cilantro onions, lemon and served with a side of broth for dipping.
- Chilaquiles$12.99
Mexican plates - Tortilla chips salsa verde onions , sour cream and cheese With add ons add two eggs or add chicken for extra.
- Flautas$15.99
Mexican plates
- Sopa de tortilla$15.99
Mexican plates - Also known as sopa azteca
Beverages
- Cola Champagne$10.99
Beverages - The traditional soda of El Salvador, bringing you a little piece of our country to enjoy with your family and friends for any occasion.
- Horchata$5.99
Beverages
- Tamarindo$4.99
Beverages
- Jamaica$4.99
Beverages
- Mexican cola$6.00
Beverages