About Us

Balompié's owner, Amadeo Gonzalez, moved to the US in 1974 from El Salvador's Metapán – known for agriculture and near the Guatemalan border. Originally, we served Italian food and pupusas after two years he decided to take the Italian food off the menu and expanded to Salvadoran treats. Amadeo soon realized that they were missing the comfort of food from home. Amadeo began adding traditional pupusa combinations to his menu that included cheese and loroco.

Located at 3349 18th St, San Francisco, Balompié Cafe #1 offers dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering options. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, it’s easy to enjoy Salvadoran classics any time of day. Visitors come for the pupusas and stay for the friendly atmosphere that makes every visit feel special. For those looking for comfort, flavor, and community, Balompié Cafe #1 is the place to be.