Morritos Cafe

Desperate for something to eat and nothing on 14^th Ave we wandered over to 13^th and stumbled upon a group of several restaurants, not the healthiest of cuisines but appetizing enough, which was all we needed at 2pm on a chilly Sunday.
We decided to try Morritos a small nondescript diner-​like café with about five small square tables lined up against one wall and a long bar with stools opposite. which extended the length of the restaurant; a large El Salvadorian flag hanging in the front window. We sat at the bar and ordered three Papusas and a chicken tamale. Firstly the tamale was delicious, fresh, moist and chicken seasoned well with small olives and mild spices. it was a very pleasant surprise and we were glad we’d decided to try it, probably the best tamale I’ve had outside of Mexico (not that I’ve tried many here).
We also ordered a Shrimp, Chicken and Spinach Papusa but they didn’t have shrimp at the time so we opted for Cheese & Bean instead. The Papusas were made and cooked right in front of us (while sitting at the bar) they were fresh, soft in the center and slightly crispy on the bottom, flavors were simple, light and good. Not a huge amount of ingredients/​filling but I imagine that’s how they’re meant to be and we were more than satisfied with our decision. Melted cheese oozing from the pancake like dough, small side of coleslaw and sauce for topping. Next time we’ll ask for green chili sauce on the side too (noticed someone else order them as we were wrapping up).
The ladies cooking and serving were efficient, sweet and prompt. It seemed only one woman spoke English and if you’re in the mood for something simple and inexpensive give it a go. This place deserves 4 stars for all that it is.