Overview
Sopa De Gallina India at 558 E 43rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90011, is the kind of neighborhood restaurant that keeps things simple and comforting. Located in the Historic South-Central area of Los Angeles, this casual spot focuses on home-style Latin American food, with Salvadoran favorites playing a major role on the menu. It feels especially suited to diners who want a filling meal without the fuss of a formal dining experience.
As the name suggests, sopa de gallina india is one of the dishes that defines the restaurant. This traditional soup is prepared with free-range hen and served in a flavorful broth that has the familiar warmth of a home-cooked meal. The chicken gives the soup a deeper, heartier taste than standard chicken soup, while the broth brings everything together in a satisfying way. It is a particularly good choice when you are craving something warm, substantial, and traditional.
Another popular reason to stop by Sopa De Gallina India is the selection of freshly made pupusas. These thick corn cakes are a Salvadoran staple and work well as either a quick bite or part of a larger meal. Their soft interior and lightly cooked exterior create a pleasant contrast in texture, making them an easy option for anyone exploring Salvadoran food for the first time.
The overall atmosphere is casual and neighborhood-friendly rather than polished or upscale. That relaxed setting fits the food well. Meals here are centered on familiar flavors, generous comfort, and dishes that feel connected to everyday Latin American cooking. It is the type of place where soup and pupusas can turn a simple lunch or dinner into something more satisfying.
Sopa De Gallina India is also conveniently located for diners around South Los Angeles looking for traditional flavors in an uncomplicated setting. Whether you come specifically for the signature hen soup or want to enjoy freshly prepared Salvadoran favorites, the menu offers hearty choices built around comforting recipes and familiar ingredients.
Amenities
- Identifies as Latino-owned
- Curbside pickup
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Serves local specialty
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Parking
Highlights
- Arepa Cabimera
- Patacon De Pollo
- BBQ
- Pastelito Con Queso
- Tequeños Salsita Y Malta
- Pastelito Jamón Y Queso
- Tequeños Y Pastelitos
Location
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224 Reviews
Luis Contramaestre Jr
Feb 05, 2026
So far, it's great! Went for the first time and Service alone with food was absolutely divine. Good taste, good portions and great Customer Service! Everyone should try it. It remained me of my youth days down there@!
Renata Martinez
Dec 22, 2025
I ordered 100 pasapalos for a celebration, and they were a hit! The pasapalos were fresh, delicious, and perfectly prepared, capturing the authentic Venezuelan flavor I was hoping for. The staff provided excellent service throughout the process, making it easy to place and pick up the order. If you’re looking for high-quality Venezuelan bites in Kendall, I definitely recommend El Gochon, especially for catering events—they won’t disappoint!
Lorena Ferrer (Soy Lorena)
Feb 04, 2026
It wasn't bad at all, but the guy in the counter should be more friendly to give a better service. If they improve that fore sure they can have more 5 stars.
Heberto Acosta
Feb 16, 2026
Shoutout to this place. Any day I would rather make the drive from Little Havana to Doral just so I can get some mandocas. Thank you, reminds me of Maracaibo.
Penèlope Cueli
Jan 17, 2026
The only place my family and I we go for Tequeňos or pastelitos … Venezuelan flavor all the way
Jesus Gonzalez
Mar 05, 2026
Best mandocas in Miami, excellent customer service, best pastelitos place in Miami $1.50 each, there’s no place where you can find that here in Miami.
Christine Larosa
Jan 18, 2026
Obsessed with this place!!! Has the best empanadas, pastelitos, tequeños and Mandocas! The taste is amazing! and everything is $1.50 who beats that??
Mario Moran
Dec 19, 2025
This is one of the best places to find Venezuelan food very offended very rustic best prices in all of Miami don't go to Doral come here just please have the prices the quality of food and the different varieties of food from Venezuela could be pleasantly surprised the service is excellent they do deliver they're closed on Mondays they're covered compliant and they have weekly specials you just got a call in and I'll give you or go on the website and give you the specials everything is cool the compliant everything served in individual containers very good service owners always there to bring a smile they have surround sound and color TVs and you can watch matches and very good music all the time I go to place if you like Venezuela