About Us
The story of Pupusería La Esperanza begins with Doña Esperanza, our beloved family matriarch whose treasured recipes and spirited cooking have inspired our business. For generations, her pupusas have brought our family together, creating memories around the table that we now share with our community.
As a startup pop-up business, we're growing through love, community connections, and local events. Each pupusa we make carries the tradition and techniques passed down through generations, honoring our Salvadoran heritage while creating new roots here in Joplin.
At Pupusería La Esperanza, we believe food is more than sustenance—it's a celebration of culture and community. Our pupusas are handcrafted with the same care and attention that Doña Esperanza put into every meal she prepared for our family.
We use only the freshest ingredients, sourcing locally whenever possible while importing authentic Salvadoran staples to ensure genuine flavors. Each pupusa is made to order, ensuring you experience them just as they should be—hot, fresh, and bursting with flavor.
Our menu features traditional pupusa varieties like revueltas (mixed with cheese, beans, and chicharrón), queso con loroco (cheese with an aromatic flower bud native to El Salvador), and frijol con queso (beans with cheese). We also offer contemporary variations to cater to diverse tastes and dietary preferences.
Beyond pupusas, we prepare other Salvadoran favorites including curtido (a tangy cabbage slaw), salsa roja, and platanos fritos (fried plantains). These accompaniments complete the authentic Salvadoran dining experience we strive to share.
As first-generation Salvadoran-Americans, we're proud to bridge cultures through our food. We see each customer as part of our extended family, and we're honored to share our heritage one pupusa at a time.
Our vision extends beyond serving delicious food—we aim to educate our community about Salvadoran culture and create spaces where people from all backgrounds can come together to enjoy a shared meal and experience.
Whether you're familiar with Salvadoran cuisine or trying it for the first time, we welcome you to Pupusería La Esperanza.
Come taste the love, tradition, and passion in every bite!
Our Menu
Pricing
$4 each or 3 for $10
Add-on
+$1 for serrano peppers
Drinks
Fiji Water, Vita Coco, LaCroix ($2.50–$3.50)
Our Salvadoran Heritage
At Pupusería La Esperanza, we're proud to share our Salvadoran culture and traditions with the Joplin community. Each pupusa tells a story of our homeland, our family, and the love that goes into preserving these culinary traditions for generations to come.