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    Salsa's

    4.0 (1k reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Caribbean
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    SALSA'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Classy
    Outdoor seating

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    Filet empanadas
    Claira C.

    This spot is very small and doesn't take reservations. They are definitely short staffed and we had a very long wait to get a table, despite there being multiple open ones. The food was pretty good, but I will say their prices have increased substantially from what they have posted online, so be sure you're willing to spend the money before coming.

    Veggie Fajitas with Seared Organic Tofu
    Erin T.

    Delicious food with multiple vegetarian options. The vegetarian fajitas were amazing, the portions are giant so be sure to share! Small, intimate space. Good service. Spicy salsa app!

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    Kelly P.

    Salsa's is one of the most unique culinary experiences you can have. Every single dish is exploding with flavor. You can feel the love and passion put into the food with every single bite! Special shout out to Carlos who took the time to explain his favorites and dive into the menu. He was such a sweet soul! 12/10 would recommend! You have to go!

    Angela H.

    We got the El Salvadorian jerk chicken and it was so amazing and so flavorful, probably the best food I've had at a restaurant this year! The staff was so sweet and so on it! I'm only an hour and half away and will definitely be back soon!

    Jerk Chicken
    Maria F.

    Phenomenal food!! My friend and I shared the Jerk Chicken El Salvador and we still had food to bring home because of the large portions. The smoked salsa was delicious and the staff was super. The location was vibrant and welcoming. Some of the best food I have eaten in years! Will return again.

    Maritza R.

    I've been here 3 times and each time has been nothing but suburb. The food is always amazing. The service was immaculate! The server was so attentive. The ambiance is so cute. The price of the food was worth every penny. As a Latin woman taste and seasoning is everything and this food surpassed all my tastebuds!

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    Monica K.

    My friend had been here before and loved her food, so when I came to town, she wanted to take me. Sadly, it was a bit of a disappointment and seemed like a rip off to me. The servers were very friendly, so that was good. The dining area was kind of small, but there was some outdoor seating too. Two of us ordered the Mexican Chilaquiles and one the Jerk Chicken. The Mexican Chilaquiles was supposed to come with chicken, chorizo and egg along with queso blanco, avocado, beans, rice and plantain for $28 (see menu pic). Not a bad price getting two different meats and egg. Well, when they came out they only had a small chorizo patty... Maybe about 3oz, no chicken or egg. We began eating without inquiring because we were really hungry and the waiter was already gone before we realized items were missing. The items from the dish that we did receive on our plate were tasty. When the waiter came back by, he seemed surprised there was no chicken or egg, so went to ask about it. Upon returning, he said he was told we were given the wrong menu and the chicken and egg only come with the dish at lunch time... This didn't make any sense to us; typically meals are larger at dinner than lunch AND we were still charged the $28 (for basically 3oz meat and some beans, rice and veggies) even though we were missing main items of the dish! I was also disappointed that the plantain portion was only about 1/6 of a whole plantain. On my friend's previous visit, she got half a plantain. She had the Jerk Chicken dish this time and said it was bland... Tasted like it didn't have any seasoning at all! She said if this meal was her first impression, she would not have come back. The bathroom was clean.

    A fantastic time at the Montford!
    Patrick R.

    They are NOT OPEN SUNDAYS AS THEY SAID. So don't Uber over and get dropped off, because, like us, you'll be screwed. Not cool. Here is a shot of our amazing time at the Montford. Go there instead.

    Sarah S.

    First off, the food tastes excellent. Everyone was happy with that. That is where it'll end. 2. My daughter had plastic in her food & we still go charged for her meal. 3. They don't have water. It's bottle only. We had 3 kids in our party and no tap water. 4. They apply automatic gratuity and the server was more concerned about rolling her silverware and getting off work than taking care of our table. 5. My margarita was $18 by far the most expensive I've ever paid and margaritas are my go to when we eat out. It was sub par at best. Solution for this establishment is order to go and call it a day

    Hannah H.

    One of a kind restaurant! It's a mix of various Caribbean cuisines from across the globe. If you're picky, this may not be the place for you. Each dish includes various fresh salsas, vegetables, and toppings. A few of my favorites are their stuffed jalapeños which are stuffed with salmon, cream cheese, and veggies then fried. Their molcajete with mojo pork is a flavor bomb. Served in a piping hot clay bowl with veggies, pork, salsas, rice and beans served with fresh tortillas. Another favorite are their house or special margaritas!!

    Empanadas
    Stephan M.

    The bold flavors and creativity make this place shine in a town with so many options! There are not many restaurants in Asheville that have been in business as long as Salsa's and once you have eaten here once you will understand why. Big bold Caribbean flavors truly stand out here! Do your self a favor and order the house margaritas!!

    Mojito and cucumber & jalapeño margarita
    Tessa A.

    Salsa's was recommended by a few friends when visiting Asheville. Unfortunately, it fell a bit short for us.. Ambiance (4/5): They had a cute outdoor patio but it was extremely windy so we decided to sit inside. The establishment was quite small and for a party of four we felt cramped. However, the ambiance matched the cuisine that was served. It was almost though you were eating inside a tiki hut. Service (4/5): Our server was attentive and checked up on us a few times. He was patient and did not rush us out. Additionally, the food came out in a timely manner. Food. (3/5): I ordered the Blackened Salmon which came with rice, avocado, beans, and roasted veggies. Sadly, the salmon was not blackened, the seasoning was there but it would have been nice to have that charcoal taste. My partner ordered the Limo Saltado (one of his favorite dishes!) and he said it was just average. We both agreed that they could have played more with seasoning and flavor. Cocktails were good but the wine tasted cheap and old. However portion size was huge and enough to feed two people. ** UNETHICAL PRACTICE: what turned us off the most was that they charged $5.50 for a bottle of WATER (4 servings). When the server asked if we wanted to start of with water, as patrons we said 'yes'. Standard practice at any establishment is to ask guests if they want still or sparkling water. This was not mentioned, so we assumed they would bring out regular water. Additionally, there was no mention on the menu that water would be an extra charge nor was it mentioned by the server. We were hit by the surprise when our bill came out and saw that $5.50 was added for the water they brought us. This is a bad business practice and quite honestly it makes the business look greedy and untrustworthy. We asked our server why they charged us for this and the excuse was that they do not have tap water in house? I believe patrons should know ahead of time if tap water is not available ** Overall, we thought Salsa's was just average. Would we recommend to friends and family visiting Asheville? Probably not! In

    Matt M.

    I could not even tell you what I had all I can say is that I had some of the best food in my entire life Friendly staff and amazing food

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    1 month ago

    Amazing! Service, food, portions all great. Reopens after winter closing. Highly recommend. Carlos our server was a perfect server!

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    The menu has changed but the flavors have not!! Still one of the best places I have ever eaten. The flavors are amazing.

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    1 year ago

    Been going for 20 years and always fantastic. Creative flavors combinations and it never disappoints.

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    2 years ago

    The food last night was amazing, as well as the service. Regrettably, I didn't take a picture of my chilaquiles - they were beautiful!

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    Do they have a kid's menu?

    No, but my boys age 8 and 5 ate fajita steak, chips, and queso, we didn't ask if they could do something though so maybe call? We just wanted good adult food.

    Do they serve their lunch items for dinner? I noticed burritos on the lunch menu, but do not see them on the dinner menu. Thanks!

    Hello Jeanne, Great question... Salsa's continues to serve the best burritos for lunch and we offer paquetes for dinner. A paquete is similar to a burrito and is chef's… Read more

    Do they take reservations?

    Yes. I would highly recommend it.

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