Looking for a tasty Latin American meal near you?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Latin American restaurants around Long Beach, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture next time you're on the hunt.
1. Chiltepe
Topping the list is Chiltepe. Located at 5631 Atlantic Ave. in Long Beach, the Latin American and Mexican spot is the highest-rated cheap Latin American restaurant in Long Beach, boasting 4.5 stars out of 79 reviews on Yelp. The restaurant serves chicken torta, shrimp burrito and steak fajita.
Yelper Valeria V., who reviewed Chiltepe on Dec. 18, wrote, "The best pupusas around. It's literally like you're eating at a tia's house. Service is great and everyone [is] super friendly."
Yelper Marcelina S. noted, "...From their frijole y queso, asada y queso, pollo y queso, chorizo y queso to their combination pupusa, all were delicious. Caldo de res was also delicious. Platanos fritos for dessert — yum."
2. Cuernavacas Grill
Next up is Cuernavacas Grill, situated at 823 E. South St. With four stars out of 36 reviews on Yelp, the Mexican and Latin American spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option. The menu features tortas, tacos, quesadillas and burritos.
Yelper Ellie R., who reviewed Cuernavacas Grill on Sept. 4, wrote, "...The taquitos are delicious and perfectly crunchy. Tortas are big. The salsas are spicy but enjoyable."
Yelper Tony P. noted, "The food is authentically great. Service was good and fast. The tortillas are handmade and the torta cubana was delicious."
3. Mana Bakery
Mana Bakery, located at 1729 E. Seventh St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the affordable bakery and Latin American spot, 4.5 stars out of 11 reviews. On the menu, look for Mexican and Guatemalan bread, empanadas and quesadillas.
Yelper Monica R., who reviewed Mana Bakery on Feb. 6, wrote, "Delighted in soft, moist, wonderful pan dulce. And the tamales were also very nice — they were moist, not too big fair amount of meat and not overwhelmed with masa."
Yelper Bing C. noted, "They have the softest bread and conchas. Their prices are super cheap. It truly is a gem (a hole-in-the-wall kind of place) for traditional Mexican and Guatemalan bread."
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