Best Mexican & Salvadorian Food Takeout in Calgary

Quick & Easy Pickup Service

Experience authentic Salvadorian and Mexican cuisine with our convenient takeout service in Calgary! El Padrino Restaurant makes it easy to enjoy traditional Pupusas, fresh Tacos, homemade Tamales, and delicious Enchiladas at home or on the go. Located on Calgary's International Avenue, our hidden gem serves fresh, scratch-made Central American dishes prepared by siblings Martina and Frederico. Order online now for the best Mexican and Salvadorian food takeout in Calgary!

Our Takeout Service Fresh, Authentic & Convenient

At El Padrino Restaurant, we make takeout ordering simple and convenient. Our passionate kitchen team prepares all food fresh from scratch daily using traditional Central American and Mexican recipes. Every Pupusa is handmade to order, Tacos are filled with freshly seasoned meats, and Tamales are wrapped in banana leaves following authentic family recipes. We use quality packaging to maintain the temperature and freshness of your food until you're ready to enjoy it at home.

Average preparation time: 15-30 minutes

All dishes made fresh from scratch daily

Authentic Salvadorian and Mexican recipes

Popular Takeout Items

Our most-ordered dishes for takeout, all prepared fresh to order:

Pupusas (Pupusa Frita)

Our signature Salvadorian specialty! Thick corn tortillas filled with cheese, beans, pork, or mixed fillings. Served with traditional curtido and salsa. Customers call these the "best pupusas in Calgary!"

Authentic Mexican Tacos

Fresh corn or flour tortillas filled with your choice of carnitas, carne asada, chicken, or vegetarian options. Topped with cilantro, onions, and homemade salsas.

Homemade Tamales

Traditional Central American tamales made from scratch with seasoned corn masa, filled with chicken, pork, or vegetables, wrapped in banana leaves.

Enchiladas & Taquitos

Classic Mexican enchiladas with multiple sauce options, or crispy fried taquitos served with dipping sauces. Perfect for sharing!

Convenient Pickup Location in Calgary SE

Located on Calgary's vibrant International Avenue, El Padrino Restaurant is easy to find for pickup:

El Padrino Restaurant - Hidden Gem on International Avenue

Address: 5020d 17 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2A 0V6
Location: Tucked at the rear of the building - look for parking lot entrance
Parking: Free parking available at the back
Easy Access: Located on 17th Avenue SE (International Avenue)
Nearby Areas: Serving Forest Lawn, Albert Park, Radisson Heights, and surrounding SE Calgary neighborhoods

How to Order Takeout from El Padrino Restaurant

Choose Your Order Method

Order online through our online ordering system or call us directly at (403) 312-2400.

Select Your Favorite Dishes

Browse our authentic Mexican and Salvadorian menu. Don't forget to add Pupusas - our most popular dish! Consider pairing with fresh Horchata (sweet rice drink with cinnamon).

Choose Pickup Time

Select your preferred pickup time. We're open Thursday-Monday (closed Tuesday-Wednesday). Most orders are ready in 15-30 minutes.

Complete Payment

Pay securely online with credit/debit card or mobile payment, or pay when you arrive for pickup. We accept cash and all major cards.

Pick Up Your Order

Head to our location at the rear of 5020d 17 Ave SE. Park in the back lot and come inside to pick up your fresh, hot Salvadorian and Mexican cuisine!

Serving Calgary SE and Surrounding Areas

Convenient takeout service for these Calgary neighborhoods:

Primary Service Areas

Forest Lawn
Albert Park / Radisson Heights
Southview
Forest Heights
Penbrooke Meadows
Marlborough Park

Also Serving

Dover
Inglewood
Ramsay
Bridgeland/Riverside
Applewood Park
Erin Woods

Visit El Padrino Restaurant for Pickup

El Padrino Restaurant

Address

5020d 17 Ave SE
Calgary, AB T2A 0V6
(Located at the rear of the building)

Phone

(403) 312-2400

Pickup Hours

Tuesday – Wednesday: Closed
Thursday – Friday: 1–8 PM
Saturday – Sunday: 12–8 PM
Monday: 1–8 PM

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