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Platano Salvadoran Cuisine

Salvadoran entrees and small plates with a good selection of Central American cervezas and wines. Catering available. Reservations required for groups of 6 or more. Online ordering.

Address: 2042 University Ave
Getting there: between Shattuck and Milvia
Hours: Mon-Fri 11AM-6PM, Fri Sat 11AM-9PM, Sun 11AM-8PM
Website: cafeplatano.com (opens in a new tab)

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