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From Our Family to Yours, One Salteña at a Time

Family-owned spot in Alexandria, serving handmade Bolivian salteñas with love, care, and a whole lot of heart. Everything's fresh, every day.

Built from Scratch—Literally

Built from Scratch—Literally

Salteñas Camila started with a craving for home. When Chef Camila moved to Virginia, nothing quite hit the spot like the salteñas her abuela used to make. So she rolled up her sleeves, grabbed her family’s recipe, and got to work. She didn’t just open a restaurant—she brought a piece of Bolivia to Little River Turnpike. Every single salteña is made fresh daily, by hand, with care. No shortcuts, no frozen stuff—just real food, made right.

Family in Every Fold

Family in Every Fold
This spot is family-owned and run, which means everyone in the kitchen actually cares about what’s coming out of it. Camila and her crew aren’t just cooking for customers—they’re cooking for you like they would for their own people. The dough? Made fresh every morning. The filling? Prepped just like they remember it from growing up—slow-cooked meats, potatoes, olives, and eggs all packed inside that sweet, golden crust. It’s simple, but it hits different.

More Than Just Great Food

More Than Just Great Food
While our Salteñas are the star of the show, there's so much more to enjoy! From the savory Tucumanas and Wistupiku to the rich and flavorful Sopa de Mani and Fricase, we offer a wide range of dishes that showcase the bold flavors of Latin America. Whether you're in the mood for a Sandwich de Chola, Trancapecho, or Silpancho, we have something to satisfy every craving.

Why We Do It

Why We Do It
Camila always says the secret ingredient is heart (okay, and maybe the dough too). This place exists to bring people together over food that feels homemade because it is homemade. Every bite tells a little story—about where Camila’s from, who helped her get here, and why she wakes up every morning ready to cook her heart out. It’s not about being fancy—it’s about being real.

Your Table’s Waiting

Your Table’s Waiting
If you’ve never tried a salteña, now’s the time. If you’ve had one before, you already know what’s up. Either way, we’ve got a warm one waiting for you here at 6544 Little River Turnpike. Come hungry, leave happy. See you soon 👋🏽