Juanita’s Restaurant
537 Church St, Ottumwa, IA, 52501
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Address :
537 Church St
Ottumwa, IA, 52501 - Phone (641) 682-1530
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Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : No
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : No
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Divey
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
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Jack K.
I usually get the pupusas when I come here or the corn tamale because I know they're going to be good, but this last time I tried the tacos de carne asada and have found a new favorite. The portion sizes are good for ordering a variety of things, and you can't go wrong finishing your meal with the fried plantains. A great alternative to Mexican food restaurants.
(5)Bob K.
I will admit I have no idea what a good pupusa or a bad pupusa is, but these are cheap, tasty, and filling. Seems very authentic and are freshly made when you order them, they cater to the Hispanic community, although if they didn't close at 9 PM, they'd be a great late night place or a good place to deal with the munchies. Also tried the fried plantains with beans and cream (sour). Well worth trying, you aren't going to get it anywhere else. Overall, a worthwhile adventure, definitely drop in if you're looking for something different in central Iowa.
(4)Justine M.
Everything is amazing! The pupusas are my favorite. Very affordable and delicious. Staff very friendly too!
(5)Lisa M.
Best food in the state of Iowa. Hands down. Cash only. Bring everyone you love in your life.
(5)Sue T.
A pupuserÃa in Ottumwa with good, authentic El Salvadorean food? Awesome! So glad we ventured into this tiny homely place with its nearly windowless orange facade. The interior has a single row of plain formica tables and walls covered with funny Spanish signs like "We offer credit--to people who are over 100 years old". It's cash only btw. The TV in the corner was tuned to a soccer match. Everything was cooked up fresh right after we ordered. We tried two pupusas - a meat and cheese and a loroco (edible El Salvadorean flower). They were tender and perfectly fried, oozing with melted cheese, and served with a side of spicy coleslaw. We also had fried yellow plantains (amarillos) with good refried beans and sour cream, and a tamale wrapped in banana leaves. The tamale filling was so moist it was like a corn pudding, and mixed with shredded chicken. I'd like to return to try other items on the menu. The staff are friendly, a little shy (not much English) and justly proud of their food.
(4)Daniel J.
An easy to miss business that is doing everything right. Excellent prices and hard to beat tastes will have me going back again! Munch ON!
(4)Celie J.
This is really great El Salvadorean food! Yay, Pupusas! I am vegetarian and had bean and cheese pupusas plus their fried plantain pupusas. The "ambience" of the restaurant might scare some off, but the family who owns/runs the place are very welcoming and the food is great! CASH ONLY! ; )
(4)Jon T.
I met Sue T in Ottumwa to do some eagle watching. After sighting so many around Eldon, we lost count. We decided to try Juanita's. I am not an expert on El Salvadoran food, but always enjoyed it when Tres Banderas was open in the St Louis area and more recently had a good such meal in Santa Fe. I had driven by this place once before and must admit I went on to Los Cactus, which I always enjoy. Jaunita's is not inviting, but don't let that scare you away. It is fine inside and the people were friendly and helpful. It was clean and bright and we had a really good experience. In fact after our dinner, we were back for breakfast, the next morning. The pupusa's are a must to try, if you have not had them. Think of a thin, handmade, stuffed double tortilla with cheese and some other filling of your choice. We shared two, one with loroco blossoms and one revuelta. As always they are served with curtido (El Salvadoran coleslaw) and a thin red sauce that is sort of like tomato juice. This is not Mexican food. Don't expect it to be spicy. This traditional combination works well together. I love El Salvadoran tamales and these may be the best I have had. These were a little salty, but were delicious with chicken. The chicken was very moist and well seasoned. The whole thing was very flavorful. The masa is moist and there is an herb or seasoning that I cannot identify. I like Mexican tamales, but they are often dry and must have a sauce or beans to make them good. I generally like the El Salvadoran style better. For the next morning's breakfast, we each had the breakfast platter with eggs, fried plantains that are eaten with crema and absolutely delicious, smooth and flavorful black beans. This is El Salvadoran home cooking and is treasure in Ottumwa. I hope enough people appreciate it for its authenticity and hominess. They also serve Mexican food, which I'm sure is worth a try.
(4)Abby V.
Really tasty! Fish was both surprising (whole fish) and yummy. Papusa was really unique and great. All stuff we've not tried before. Staff was quick and friendly. Cash only, which we didn't know. Easily solved by visiting the ATM across the street.
(4)J.Z W.
The food will NOT disappoint! Pupusas, fried Plantains, chile rellenos to die for....and that's only after one visit! You can't miss this place, it's on the south side of Ottumwa and it has a bright orange fascade that is about 12 feet wide. Go in, sit down and enjoy the experience! The family that owns the place is very kind-you feel very welcome the second you walk in. It's a very unique taste, different from traditional Mexican food(see Los Cactus also in Ottumwa). Juanita's is awesome! El Salvadorean food in southeast iowa is a real treat!
(5)Melissa P.
Great food from a friendly family owned business. Never disappointed. Pupusas rock!
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