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La Vida Catrina

4.5 (187 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Elote corn and park tamale
Linda O.

First time visit and shrimp/crab enchiladas were excellent and flavorful. Def will return.

Dining room & bar area
Lois M.

Mexican birthday food... what could be better, right? When my friends wanted to take me out for my birthday, this was the top choice on the list. La Vida Catrina is good food no matter what you're celebrating. With plenty of items on the extensive menu, you'll find something that you'll be glad you ordered. I ordered the Shrimp Crab Enchiladas with beans and rice, my friends ordered the Chicken Nachos and a Chimichanga. Oh those shrimp crab enchiladas were super tasty! The green sauce was the best! My friends said their food was just as good as I said mine was but I didn't taste-test their food so I'm just going on their report. Our server was charming and friendly and our food arrived in a reasonable time after ordering. The dining room was clean with plenty of seating. La Vida Catrina has a full bar with many creative drinks to choose from, as well as an impressive list of tequilas. They serve breakfast so if dinner isn't your thing, go check out their breakfast menu. I'll be going back soon because I'm not waiting for my next birthday to try something else on their menu.

chips and salsa
Ludin J.

WOW. If you want authentic, homemade, fresh, and made-to-order Mexican food then look no further than La Vida Catrina. My husband and I are Mexican and as a result we are very picky with Mexican restaurants. La Vida Catrina did not disappoint. I do want o mention that because everything is made to order, you will be waiting a while to receive your meal. We waited about 40 minutes for our main meal but it was worth it - I promise! This place is so cute, the staff is super friendly and attentive. There is lots of seating as well as a FULL bar and the drinks - STRONG and tasty. You get complimentary chips and salsa and this salsa is spicy. They also come with a small side of refried beans which was warm and full of flavor. I really don't know which I liked better. It was really difficult not finishing either especially because we had ordered a lot of food. My husband and I ordered shrimp ceviche to start and OH MY GOSH. I was not expecting a huge plate. I thought we would get one tostada but omg, it was enough to feed us both. The ceviche was the definition of fresh! It was tangy and spicy, truly some of the BEST ceviche I've ever had. I ordered the seafood trio which came with a shrimp and crab enchilada, shrimp and lobster Chile relleno, and shrimp taco. OMG truly the most delicious seafood meal I've ever had (not in Mexico). Every bite was perfect. The textures of the shrimp & crab plus the spiciness of the enchilada were perfect. The shrimp taco had the perfect crunch and the tortilla was as authentic as it gets. The Chile relleno - better than my moms (and I never say that). My husband got a combination plate with a crispy taco, Chile relleno, and mole enchilada. Everything was equally as good. I would 100% return here and hope to do so in the future!

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Sean H.

After a full day of wine tasting, this spot hit the reset button just right! We stopped at La Vida Catrina after a long day of wine tasting. Good food, good drinks, and friendly service made for an easy win. And it was exactly what we needed. The chips and salsa, carnitas, steak fajitas and shrimp and crab enchiladas all came out fast and full of flavor. Only downside, bathrooms are upstairs, which can be tough for those who are mobility challenged. Still, the place was clean, had plenty of TVs, and parking in back made it simple. With fair prices and big margarita and tequila list, this place is worth a try.

Guava margarita
Kayla C.

Hands down the best Mexican food in Salem. The food is seasoned and marinated well and the presentation is top notch. Taco Tuesday is also a hit. Get the pork verde. It is amazing!! And literally every drink I've had here is fresh and to die for.

Rib Eye Tacos
Darin S.

Amazing food...as always Ordered Shrimp Taquitos, Stuffed Jalapeños, Chimichanga and Trio Del Mar(seafood enchiladas. Great service. A+++

La llorona margarita delicious
Lupita G.

Overall loved this place. Small but cute. Relaxed atmosphere. Food was in good portions and so yummy. The quesadilla had grilled chicken. Yummy! Drinks are seriously a 10/10. Must try.

Basic meal with beans and rice.

I liked the food here. The prices were reasonable. It's a comfortable place to enjoy quality Mexican food without spending too much, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a solid dining option. The servers were nice and helpful as well.

Pollo Serrano
Will C.

This place is absolutely ridiculous. It has no business being as good as it is, at everything. It's like a warp in the reality of space-time. The drinks and options make the highest end restaurants/bars seem like they serve dog water. The choices, ingredients and combinations are ingenious. My personal favorite is the mixteca margarita which is tamarindo and mezcal but I haven't had a drink I didn't love. The food is roll your eyes back in your head good, the mole, the tamales, my personal favorite is the short rib enchiladas but everything tastes amazing. Service is super friendly and nice, food isn't fast but tastes like it is freshly made. Prices are reasonable and my only critique is that I wish they were open more and next door to my house.

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The hibiscus margarita was the yummiest I've ever had! Food was so delicious. Dining here is really a treat.

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The best Mexican food in Oregon!! Their fajitas are incredible. Ask for the jalapeño sauce.

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Amazing. If you're in the area you have to swing by. Delicious food and great atmosphere.

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Is this place good for large groups (more than 10)?

We have the capacity to accommodate more than 100 people . We also make reservations and there can be up to 30 in the party

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La Vida Catrina - mexican - Updated July 2026

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