I discovered Salsa Sam's at the Monroeville Farmers Market and finally made it to the physical location last weekend. As expected (because I have had some of their products at the market) everything was delicious and made fresh to order. The one down side is that tacos are fairly small for the $6 price tag. But you are getting fresh, quality ingredients made to order. Service was wonderful. I was greeted with a warm hello as soon as I walked in the door and they asked if I had ever been there before. I mentioned the Farmer's Market but not the physical store. They told me about some of their customer favorites and I got the shrimp taco. They also had me sample some queso mac and cheese because they had just made a batch for another customer. It was delicious! Overall, I enjoyed my experience and my food and I'm glad that I can get their food year round and don't need to wait for the spring for the Farmer's Market. read more

Fun vibe and delicious food! We had shrimp tacos, mexican street corn bowl, burrito, queso and chips. Everything tasted super fresh and delish! Will go back for sure! read more

The good here was wonderful and the staff very accommodating. We were at the Quinn brewery down the hall on Saturday evening to hear some live music. We walked over to Salsa Sam's to get something for dinner. We started with a guacamole and chips. They make the guac fresh for you right while you're standing there. I also ordered a shrimp taco and chicken taco and my date ordered traditional tacos. I thought the shrimp was outstanding and I enjoyed the chicken as well. The service was really great. We put in our order and the counter person advised us that he would make the guacamole so we could take that and get started. I asked if I should come back for the rest of the food but he said he would bring our food over to the brewery when it was ready! Definitely will return! read more

Who doesn't love a Taco Tuesday?! The Tuesday special for tacos was shrimp, chicken, beef for $3 and steak for $4. Salsa Sam's tacos and food was absolutely incredible. The shrimp and steak were my favorite. You could taste the high quality in the proteins. The salsa was made fresh to order. The street corn was divine!! It truly was Chef's kiss. Rice and beans were good too. I tried to order the queso mac n cheese, but that was the only menu item that could not be produced that day. I will come back to try it. The service was friendly. It did take a bit for the food to be served, but I am hoping that was a one off situation as they seemed to be short staffed. The wait was worth it though! It was all made fresh to order. Hands down the best tacos in the area!! read more

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Fun place to eat! Casual beach vibe. Sam and Keegan are always so warm and friendly. The street corn is not to be missed. Every taco is delicious and there's an effort to keep it Cali-healthy. Salsa Sam's recently catered an event for me and our guests raved over the shrimp tacos and queso. read more

Saw this place when visiting a nearby brewery, and decided to stop in! They are very accommodating and will bring your takeout order to any of the nearby businesses! We ordered the burrito with shrimp, shrimp taco, fish taco, queso Mac and cheese, and shotski dip combo! Everything was fresh and very good. I really enjoyed the shrimp in both the burrito and the taco. It's very chargrilled, and cooked well! The queso is also very good, cheesy with a little spice! Likely one of the best taco spots in the surrounding area. Would definitely come back next time we are near Irwin! read more

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Hands down the best shrimp tacos I've ever had. The fish is also great!! The guacamole and queso were also on par! I couldn't say anything better about the food here! Definitely worth a try! read more

Salsa Sam's Eatery - Dining room - Tacos Near Me - Irwin, Pennsylvania

First visit thanks to my daughter's recommendations. She could not believe how fabulous all of the salsa dips tasted, and clued me in to this newer taco eatery. However, today was not a salsa day for me because I discovered that Penn State Creamery Ice Cream is also available here, so ice cream ruled. There were 3 flavors available, and usually change once the next Penn State trip occurs to replenish as needed. The shop itself is small, but very quaint, cool, and inviting. The owner was exceptionally friendly, and well-equpped to start, and maintain lively conversation about his background, travels, and the passion he has when it comes to creating healthy, and tasteful products and meals . It is a family run operation, and he and his wife are working hard to offer the community quality food in a comfortable setting. I look forward to the next visit to give the tacos, and salsas a try, and to find out what new ice cream flavors await me. read more

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Great service and delicious food! Hidden gem! They exceeded expectations. Best tacos in town! Keto style too! read more

Salsa Sam's Eatery - Chips and Fresh Salsa - Tacos Near Me - Irwin, Pennsylvania

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I really enjoyed eating at Salsa Sam's Eatery. My favorite thing was the queso - I could drink that or eat it with a spoon! We also tried the fish taco and a rice bowl. Service was fast and friendly and the restaurant is quirky and comfortable. I live across town but next time I'm out this way I will definitely stop again. read more

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This place is the cutest with small space inside to dine but back yard/ patio for summer is very cool. The owner is so friendly, spent a ton of time talking to us and talking about his restaurant. We just stopped in for ice cream because they are one of the few locations in and around Pittsburgh area that carries the Penn State Creamery ice cream. If you like tacos, ice cream and fun vibe then stop here and check it out. read more

Salsa Sam's Eatery - Outside table - Tacos Near Me - Irwin, Pennsylvania

Soooo good! I got the traditional taco and the shrimp burrito. There's so much flavor in both the taco and the burrito I will absolutely be going back. Probably my new favorite taco place in Irwin read more

Amazing taco. We started with the seafood nachos. We had fish taco & Baja shrimp taco. On top of that, wonderful service too. Definitely be back with our taco-loving friends. read more

Salsa Sam's Eatery - Shrimp & Lobster Nachos - Tacos Near Me - Irwin, Pennsylvania

Fantastic food with awesome, friendly service. Always a great time when we visit! Personally recommend the queso Mac and cheese!

Great place, wonderful atmosphere, delicious food, the owner is a super nice guy. You definitely should come check this place out.

Jackfruit tacos, Ensenada fish tacos, queso Mac and cheese... EVERYTHING was great! Salsa Sam and his workers/family make you feel right at home. And the brewery being so close let's you get a beer and walk over for some Irish Gringo Tacos!! read more

Salsa sam's recently moved into the Banco Business Park in North Huntington. We went there with a group of 7 to celebrate a birthday. Their tacos are soooo good! Especially the fish taco. Mexican street corn was also delicious. We all ended up getting Penn State creamery ice cream for dessert. We had a great time at this fun little place. Give it a try for great tacos! read more

Sooo impressed by Salsa Sam's! They were so accommodating of our gluten free and vegan requests. I couldn't believe how much food we got for so cheap as well. And it was delicious! Both my boyfriend and I could have made our entrees into 2 meals but just couldn't stop eating it because it was so delicious. Also I really appreciated all the inclusivity signs posted in the shop. It's wonderful seeing so much love in a time where it feels like there's so much hate. My only disappointment is that they don't have a location closer to us! read more

This was my first time at salsa Sam's. They were very very nice and everything we tasted was good. I recently found out that I can't eat wheat so I was happy to see gluten-free choices and gluten-free tortilla chips. All the sauces are handmade and very fresh. I would recommend this to anyone! read more

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This place is amazing! I have had tacos all over the country and I would put these up against any other place. Not only are the tacos huge, but they are delicious! Very friendly staff makes for a very pleasant experience. I will for sure be coming back! read more

Had Salsa Sam's cater my son's wedding rehearsal dinner and I cannot think of enough superlatives to recommend them. The food was great, authentic & served and prepared by really nice people who obviously are passionate about their craft. In my travels over the years, I've had the opportunity to enjoy some authentic Mexican (not Tex-Mex) style food and Salsa Sam's is the real deal. Try the Fish Tacos - you'll want another. read more

Freshest place in Irwin. Cozy little interior. Delicious food. Got the fish tacos and they were quite tasty, as were the jackfruit tacos.

It's a small place with a limited menu. But the fish tacos are amazing. The salsa is excellent, I started buying it years ago at the farmers market and now at the restaurant. Go here and try the fish tacos and Guacamole read more

We love Salsa Sam's tacos. My husband prefers the Cali chicken tacos and I love the shrimp tacos. Everything on the menu that we have had is delicious, especially the Queso, salsa, and Guacamole combo with chips for starters. The new space is very colorful and inviting. My next selection will be the Caesar salad with blackened shrimp as I am working my way down the menu. Lillian Beeson read more

Great small business with amazingly fresh and flavorful food! I have not tried one of his handmade, fresh made salsas that I haven't loved. Highly recommend checking out this little restaurant! read more

Quaint and beautiful setting. Hard to believe you are still in Western PA. Wonderful people. Review a menu, and place your order at the counter. Our food was delicious. Highest praise for my wife's shrimp tacos in a lettuce wrap and the homemade choco taco for me. We're very grateful to have such an excellent place in our community. read more

A great little place in downtown Irwin. You can go around to the back and sit in under an umbrella. Great homemade faux, salsa, and queso with chips. Very tasty tacos and vegan choices. read more

I've been a loyal customer of Salsa Sam's salsa from the farmer's market for a few years now. I was very excited to stumble upon their quaint little taco eatery today. Everything on the menu is made with top quality, healthier ingredients. Being that he is from Southern California, he brings that flair into his recipes. His food is outstanding. This is not a big box chain restaurant, so don't expect to find a huge menu of commercialized crap. What you will find is a great little atmosphere with a limited menu of absolutely amazing dishes. He prides himself with keeping it small and staying true to the quality of his recipes. You'll taste that with every hit. I HIGHLY recommend this great little joint, and will continue to be a loyal customer. read more

Best shrimp taco I ever had! The atmosphere is great. The decoration, patio, and food make this a really special spot in Irwin.

First time we ate at salsa Sam's and it did not disappoint! I have previously bought his salsa at the local farmers market so we were excited to see he opened a little eatery! Highly recommend if you are in the area. The impossible taco was delicious and of course so was the chips, salsa and queso! Will be back to get some penn state ice cream too! read more

Salsa Sam's Eatery - Chips with salsa and queso - Tacos Near Me - Irwin, Pennsylvania

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Great shrimp tacos and Sam is a hoot. I'm glad we stumbled in. If I'm ever close again I'll be back.

Public Service Announcement: the quest to find the world's best queso has come to an end, because Salsa Sam's wins the title. When we moved to Irwin about a year ago, we stumbled upon this place on one of our first walks through town. The owner is a down-to-earth, friendly guy who has a lot of really interesting stories and experiences to back up his amazing culinary skills! Everything is made fresh and prepared at the counter in front of you. He has a wide assortment of tacos, including some great vegetarian and vegan options, and some truly delicious combinations that I haven't had elsewhere. The homemade queso is what we tried on our first visit there, so now we stop in specifically for that whenever we have guests over just to prove to them how good it is. Everything we've tried from Salsa Sam's is top notch, so well worth the splurge if you're in the mood for some truly good tacos. Plus, the owner is always pleasant to talk to and he really values his customers! We are lucky to have a place like this in downtown Irwin. read more

If you have not been to to this cozy place, get there. The make the best tacos. Very pleasantly surprised at how tasty the food was. We always try and support small business and you will not be disappointed. read more

I absolutely love Salsa Sam's homemade salsas, and I purchase them during "Tomato and Garlic Day" at Phipps Conservatory. My two favorites are the Mango & Strawberry Salsa and The Black & Gold Salsa (Black Bean & Corn)! I was excited to hear that Sam opened a restaurant in Irwin, PA, so when we happened to be in the area on Saturday, we stopped by for dinner. All three of us ordered the MEXICAN STREET CORN BOWL, which was incredible! The bowl includes...brown rice, black beans, roasted red pepper, avocado, roasted corn, onion, cilantro, salsa with jalapeno, cotija cheese, and chipotle, lime sauce. Stop by the next time you are in the area. Sam goes out of his way to make your your experience a pleasant one. Be sure to check his Facebook page before going, because the restaurant is closed when Sam is selling his salsas at Farmer's Markets or other shows. read more

My son and I had a wonderful experience at Salsa's Sam. The owner and his son were super nice and made our dining experience extra special. The food is awesome...shrimp tacos and homemade salsa were fabulous. Support this local business! read more

Excellent place for fresh, healthy Cali-inspired food! The portions are good and I LOVE all the vegan and vegetarian options! We will definitely be going back, especially for the Jackfruit tacos - they were soooo good! read more

The fish and shrimp tacos are absolutely remarkable. I highly recommend this local cozy business. Although very small, the workers and owner definitely make you feel like you belong. Come here and eat! Delicious. read more

Fourth time eating at Salsa Sam's. First time for breakfast. I crave the shrimp tacos. Today we got there early. My wife ordered the Hippy Hash said it was amazing. I ordered the loaded burrito. It was the best breakfast burrito I've had in years. The owner is very friendly and was excellent toward my son. (3yo). I'm glad this family owned establishment is close to home to get my taco, salsa, queso and Penn State icecream fix. read more