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PUPUSERIA LA MACARENA
Salvadoran Pupusas, Vegan Menu, BYO
Worth ordering: Pupusanamed in 9 reviews
The entire back side of the menu is dedicated to vegan dishes—try the vegan pupusas and tamales.
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Top tips
- Bring your own alcohol to enjoy with no corkage fee as this is a BYO restaurant.
- Visit on Wednesdays for $3 pupusas specials and weekday afternoons (3–6 PM) for deals on pupusas with drink purchases.
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- Outdoor seating is dog-friendly and great for relaxing meals.
- Menu can be overwhelming; ask staff for recommendations to navigate vegan options.
People mention
Beans, guacamole and tamale.
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Also juice, plantains, tacos, tostada, bean soup and black beans.
Good for
The vibe: dates The vibe: groups
Praised for friendly service, cozy atmosphere and generous portions.
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Also praised for good value and fast service.
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About
La Macarena specializes in traditional Salvadoran dishes like pupusas, tamales, and black beans with an extensive vegan menu occupying one entire side. This small, colorful spot is known for fresh, made-to-order meals, generous portions, and a BYO policy with no corkage fee. Owner Manny adds warmth to the casual dining experience, which includes dog-friendly outdoor seating and occasional drink specials.
Visit
Open the map8120 Hampson St, New Orleans, LA 70118
Opening hours
- Monday
- 11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:30
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 11:30–21:30
- Thursday
- 11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:30
- Friday
- 11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:30
- Saturday
- 10:00–21:30
- Sunday
- 10:00–20:30
eating vegan
Outstanding for vegans
- vegan options
- Abundant · 10+ dishes
- menu
- Separate vegan menu
- staff
- Very knowledgeable
- protein
- black beans, tofu, mushrooms + 1 more
nearby
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