La Gastroteca Restaurante - El Salvador

Fantastic all around! Sat outside while we enjoyed a culinary experience. The cheese and meat board was delicious, as was the seafood risotto and gnocchi.

From the moment we stepped through the door, we were greeted with warm smiles and a genuine sense of hospitality. The staff's attention to customer service was truly impeccable, making us feel like valued guests throughout our entire dining experience.

The food was simply divine! Each vegetarian dish we ordered exceeded our expectations, leaving our taste buds dancing with delight. The chefs' culinary skills were evident in every bite, showcasing a perfect balance of flavors and creative presentations.

The ambience of the restaurant was equally delightful. The elegant decor, soothing lighting, and comfortable seating created a relaxed and inviting atmosphere.

In conclusion, our experience at this restaurant was nothing short of exceptional. The warm welcome, impeccable customer service, and delectable food made for an unforgettable dining experience. We highly recommend this establishment to anyone craving a culinary adventure accompanied by top-notch service.

Just disappointed I didn't get to eat here more often and try more dishes. Very reasonably priced for the level of quality and taste.

I'll be back soon.

Exceptional meal and restaurant! Centrally located in El Salvador, amazing quality food and super reasonable prices compared to the quality of food. In my travels, this meal was on pair with places I’ve eaten at with Michelin stars in NYC, Paris, and London, for a fraction of the cost. The team is great (albeit almost entirely Spanish speaking, which is fine) and knowledgeable, super professional. Highly recommend for anyone who loves high quality food visiting El Sal.

Excellent food and great service! Pasta was terrific.

Second visit, yet first review.

Long review ahead:

Let me start this off by saying, you can complain about the prices all you want, but you get what you pay for. In this very rare case, in El Salvador, you are basically paying for excellence. We visited on a Chef's Table night (the chef is amazing not only with the food but with customer interaction) Being that it was our second visit we knew what to expect, amazing food, amazing service, and yes, high prices. There are a few other restaurants in this country that do what this one does. Some may make similar dishes, but not at the level achieved at this restaurant. The staff is the kind that goes above and beyond for your every need, the chef visited our table with each course and before and after the menu was served. Multiple times. The restaurant is small which provides for personal interaction with the wait staff and in this case the chef. After reading some of the reviews, most of the complaints refer to the prices. This restaurant is definitely not for everyone. But don't let that stop you from checking and attempting to visit. It's not a once a month kind of thing, but it's very special.

If you are staying at the hotels in the area and have some extra money to spend on a higher class meal. Definitely pay them a visit. Overall a 10 out of 10.

Chef, continue the amazing work. Hats off to you and your team.

Giovanni was wonderful. Had a great dinner! His service was great! The food was so good. Highly recommend eating here!

First, I want to highlight the manager at La Gastroteca, Franklin, thank you soooo sooo much! For your welcome to us! We appreciate you so much! Second Geovanny greeted us and didn’t think twice to reach out to the manager to accommodate us. Third, Oscar at the bar…recommend the best! Top! Gin tonic!
Overall this is a 10/10 top! Exclusive, luxury, and well recommended place in El Salvador. Top top!!! A must!!!!!!! Thank you all for your warm welcome and recommendations. We loved every plate and drink! Keep it up! We are more than pleased
Please follow Franklin’s advice on any dish. You won’t regret it!

The service was one of the best I have ever experienced in my life food holly mother was it good. Price are okay A little like 🇺🇸 but back in the 2000s hopefully it's stays like that by the time I come visit again Merazo family impressed 10/10

Great ambiance and top notch service! One of the best restaurants in El Salvador. Definitely recommend for family reunions, work meeting lunchs and romantic date nights.
The food is amazing! I recommend the Annatto Shrimp, which is an award winning dish, also the Beef Carpaccio and Pear Carpaccio. My favorite dessert is the Chocolate Cake with blackberry coulis and vanilla ice cream.

Their Signature Mixology is very good! They use premium liquor brands. My favorite drink is the Grand Margarita and the Mezcal Mule. Also, their wine selection is very wide.

5 stars all the way!

They were very kind to us! Very tourist friendly , wonderful food, good drinks, I’d highly recommend this wonderful restaurant!!

Incredible customer service, wonderful space and food was just as described. Not cheap but affordable for the quality of drinks and food. The only place with mezcal on the menu! Will definitely go again👌🏼

This is a MUST! Not one dish will disappoint you. First World Class Service. El Salvador is evolving into something really special.

I have breakfast and the fruit was fresh, my plate was perfectly served, the mimosa was delightful 😊. The service was magnificent 👌

The food is amazing! The best ravioli that I ever had! However, it is quiet expensive for the average price in El Salvador

Never disappoints. Amazing service and delicious food ! Make your reservations

The food is amazing but the service tops it all! The merlot i had was to die for and yes they do have the perfect negroni. Best place in el salvador. Dont miss your chance to come here.
I had the pasta they finish up on a cheese barrel

Amazing experience!
I attended a private event, a chefs table!
It had a Spanish theme, but I am venga and the chef had the courtesy to prepare and gave different options for my to enjoy the experience without compromising flavor and theme! Extremely satisfied with this place! Great customer service, private and exclusive atmosphere and delicious food.

Such an amazing experience. Our waiter, Geraldo, was awesome and really helped make the experience memorable for my girlfriend’s birthday dinner. Many thanks to you and the rest of the team!!!

If you are in San Salvador, you must visit this amazing, chic, friendly, fine dining restaurant.
La Gastroteca is an absolutely unique and unforgettable fixed multi-course dining experience. They are reinventing delicious food and their drinks combinations are a spectacular explosion of taste.
It was a magnificent experience specially their courteous staff; they have the right balance of friendliness and efficiency. We will be back !!!