First time at Salt + Lime! Luckily, we were able to get seated after about a 10-minute wait. The ambiance was great, and while service was a little slow, it seemed like there was only one server handling the floor, so it was understandable. I will say, the drinks were hitting super delicious all around. We ordered an insane amount of food, but the real stars of the show were the ceviche and the corn in a cup. 1000/10, I'd absolutely come back for those two again. read more

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Such a cute find! Service was great. I was so excited to see nopal on the menu! I didn't care for their steak taco, and my son didn't either. But he did love the birria. My only complaint is the seating. High top tables are not comfortable for everyone. read more

This was a last minute serendipitous find to start off my bachelorette weekend! The location is beautiful and some tables have an ocean view. The music was at the right volume and created a fun yet relaxed mood (think best of Spanish 90s). The food was fantastic! The tacos are pretty substantial so you may only need 1-1.5 with a side. The drinks were also delicious and well balanced. That staff was kind and attentive without being right on top of you. Overall highly recommend read more

We ended up on a Friday night in Del Mar. And decided on this place for dinner due to good Yelp reviews and liked the vibe based on the photos. I was able to get a reservation and we didn't have to wait that long. The hostess was nice and we were given a nice spot. Right away, we like the ambience which is nice and cozy. The food was good and we find the servings to be towards bigger portions. For starters we ordered the Caesar salad. It was huge and the waiter split it for us. That was good and refreshing. We also had the Bone Marrow Quesadilla. They were huge bone marrows sprinkled with rockets greens and quesadillas on the side. We also had an asada taco and quesa birria taco. Which were also good. For drinks I had the cilantro jalapeño which is nothing special. For dessert we had the Kuty's churros which was nothing special. Only thing I didn't like was the credit card processing fee which they pass on the customers. Normal tip rates are now much higher than before. So any additional charges just don't sit right with me. So we try to avoid places like this especially since there's a lot going of good food places out there that don't have extra charges. read more

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We drive to The Oceanside to LaJolla PCH drive and we love driving by Del Mar coast. We just recently drove and as a Yelper, Yelped this place as reviews are good. I had to investigate. Feeling Mexican foodie so I dove right in. Reserved and after about 10 minutes, we got our seat. This place isn't small, but it isn't big either so reserve during busy times. Bar area exists and seating on counter height chairs near the bar too! All pretty much covered cozy outdoor/indoor type seating. I liked the vibe. I tried the bone marrow quesadilla. The bone marrow, I think 3 pieces, was good. The quesadilla that is separate was good too. The bone marrow being sauced a little would have been better served with a plain toast or tortillas, but I get it and ain't complaining. We also had the tacos. Good as well. Finishing it with churros. Service was decent and prices was decent. The only thing I must say is that they charged us for a salad they split without even asking us if we wanted it split. That's a big shame! And on top of that, this place charges more for credit card usage passing the costs to the customers. So your bill that you thought was decent, is now a little fluffier that you would like it to be. I'm not too happy about that! I feel like places that tack on more after you've enjoyed dining, just blows it when doing this! And this place ain't no different. Is that even legal? So what could have been a pretty decent experience becomes a meh experience. Verdict - hard pass for me. I'd rather go to up front pricing rather than a hidden pricing one. Some may call this petty, and it is maybe. But I'd rather pay for the food with the price I see with no hidden things that crop up after enjoying dining C'mon! read more

Salt + Lime - Entrance - Mexican Near Me - Del Mar, California

Salt plus lime has become our to-go place for happy hour in Del Mar. We love the coziness. The servers are very attentive. We feel at home. One of my girlfriends has recently discovered this gem and we love how petite and colorful and whimsical this restaurant/bar is so now our point of gathering on a frequent basis. The decor is very uplifting and the little pink Vespa-look alike at the door is adorable and prone to selfie taking. The menu has a nice variety and the tacos are truly delicious. read more

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Perfect for date night! We got Sopes De LA Casa as an appetizer, it came with 2 sopes and was delicious. Won Tostada and Taco Mi - Rey were both coming back for, along with a Mango drink that was heavier on the alcohol! The service was attentive and nice! read more

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Vegan ceviche was something like no other! I have been ranting and raving about this place since my partner and I came last. Counting down the days until we come back! read more

I wanted to try a new place none of us have ever been to before so I went here with my family for my birthday. I had seen the pictures online and thought it looked like a nice inside outside kind of place. I made the right choice. The food was delicious! I totally can't remember the name but I got the nopales avocado toast tostada thing, so good. I could totally eat a whole plate of that for lunch, easy. I also got a quesabirria but asked to hold the cheese. I'm lactose intolerant which sucks but the taco and consommé were both very tasty. I'm bummed I didn't get the name of our server. She was great. Even brought me a churros dessert that didn't get a photo because it didn't last long enough. Haha read more

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Overall: Cool vibe. Great drinks. Some of the food was great, some just okay. We arrived at the restaurant on a Sunday night with a reservation. There were more people outside the restaurant waiting than those inside. It didn't seem like a manger was present. A bartender and waitress were helping seat people. We were planning to catch a movie for Galentine's Day in an hour and 20 minutes and I was worried given the hostess was running around setting up table settings and seating people for 10 minutes when we arrived. We weren't greeted for about 5 minutes then just sat at the bar to try to rush things along. They were definitely understaffed but we decided to risk it since it doesn't take too long to prepare most raw items. However, I was pleasantly surprised given poor first impression. In fact, we got our food before our drinks. We were in and out in 21 minutes. Strawberry margaritas were excellent and came with candy. Tostadas were great but I'd recommend ordering chips to scoop up the extra ceviche because they only give you 3 tostadas. Skip the carne asada taco. The tortilla was great but the meat was cold and under seasoned. Music: Bad Bunny Vibe: Mexico late night party It was quite cold given most of restaurant is open to the outdoors. Will return. Overall: 4/5 stars. read more

We stopped by for happy Hour drinks. There is a small glimpse of the ocean, just a short distance. We had already had lunch, so just a drink before dinner later. Service was good, drinks were too! Great atmosphere and highly recommend the cilantro margarita! read more

Salt + Lime - Happy Hour - Mexican Near Me - Del Mar, California

Came for a late lunch/early dinner on a Saturday. We had a reservation, but it wasn't too crowded around 3pm. We were seated next to their indoor tree. The restaurant itself is open not enclosed, so on a hot day, it can get a little warm. We started off with their Potato Taquitos. An order comes with three with mashed potato inside. It's topped with a mound of shredded lettuce, crema, cotija cheese, pickled onion, and green salsa. These were pretty good! we also got their Salt & Lime Salad that has mixed greens, queso panela, toasted almonds, cherry tomatoes, mandarins, green apple, avocado, and a cumin vinaigrette. This salad was a pretty big portion size. I enjoyed the mix of toppings, and the dressing was tasty! A refreshing salad on a hot day. I saw photos of their ceviche, and it looked incredible! We got the Ceviche Yucatan with shrimp, fish, onions, tomato, cilantro, radish ,orange lime base, and creamy cilantro. When they bring it to your table, they'll pour on the orange lime based and drizzle on the chili oil. They'll also leave the bottle, so you can add more if you'd like. It also comes with two crispy tostadas, though with the portion size of the ceviche, I think they could have provided more. Though, overall, the ceviche was a hit! I've never had a White Mole before so seeing that on the menu caught my eye. This White Mole dish comes with a variety of mushrooms, green oil, chili powder, and micro cilantro. You can also add chicken, which we did, and it went great with the white mole! Definitely enjoyed this! read more

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I love the outdoor/indoor seating vibe they have. Only qualm is that it was super bright in the spot I was in and I was getting blinded but I love the sun so it was fine. The server was attentive without being too much which was nice. I got aguachile negro and it was super fresh and sour and delicious! If you're looking for a fresh seafood dish and you love shrimp and sour flavors this would be a great choice. I also got an asada taco which was a nice pair to tone down my overall meal. The asada taco was yummy - nothing outstanding but still generally food. Getting both items was the perfect lunch portion for me. read more

Salt + Lime - Aguachile Negro - Mexican Near Me - Del Mar, California

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I really wanted to love this place given the location and vibe, but unfortunately it fell pretty flat for us. The drinks were honestly the biggest letdown. I ordered the jalapeño cilantro margarita, and it tasted more like watered-down cilantro lime water than an actual cocktail--no kick, no balance. My husband got an old fashioned and it was completely undrinkable--super watered down but somehow also tasted like smoke or even gasoline... just very weird and off-putting. We both barely touched our drinks. On the plus side, the ceviche was good and probably the highlight of the visit--but by the time it arrived, we were already pretty turned off by the drinks and just wanted to wrap things up. Considering the price point, it felt like a really mediocre experience overall, especially for what you'd expect in Del Mar. Also worth noting if you're bringing a dog: I wouldn't consider this very big dog-friendly. The space is tight and not particularly accommodating. Bummed, because this spot has potential, but we likely won't be back. read more

Went there for Easter and I hope it's a tradition for years to come. The ambience is wonderful and the food is really good. I enjoyed how accommodating they were especially knowing how big my family is. No easy task but they never made us feel anything but welcomed! Cheers! read more

Cute decor with a nice view of the ocean and sunset. Overall rated 3.5 stars. Guacamole and chips with salsa was 4 star as well as the service. Tacos were okay. I had the fish and carne asada. Decent portions of protein but for 9.00 per that should be expected. Margarita was good too. read more

Come here and you'll be delighted. Everything we ordered was delicious, from the vegan options to the seafood, meat, and chicken. The Heart of Palm Ceviche, Nopalita Tostada, Aguachile Negro, Potato Taquitos, and Roasted Veggie Salad were my favorites. The staff were fantastic. The atmosphere was a 10/10, just like the food. Parking is available in a public garage next door or on the street. read more

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What a fun spot in downtown Del Mar. Lot of fun options on the Menu. I'm having a lovely glass of Stags Leap Sauvignon Blanc waiting for two of best friends. Come join the fun!!! read more

Love the neon lights and plant-filled decor. It creates such a fun and inviting vibe. Service was great, and the menu offers so many options that everything looked tempting. We ended up sharing several dishes, all of which were delicious. The Potato Taquitos and Aguachile Negro were highlights for me. For my main dish, I ordered the Chicken Milanesa, which was a generous portion and cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be coming back again! read more

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Amazing, friendly service!! The food was absolutely DELICIOUS and we can't stop talking about it!! The hostess was so sweet, the waiters informative and warm, and the manager was so genuine!! Tacos, so fresh and the chips and guac were next level!! You absolutely need to come here when you're in Del Mar! read more

Salt + Lime - Mexican Near Me - Del Mar, California

Bone marrow and potato taquitos were pretty terrible. Potato taquitos were by fa the worst I've ever had at any restaurant. Ceviche was very good as well as the margarita. It was disappointing that the waiter didn't ask us how our food was and didn't bother to ask why we had hardly touched the bone marrow quesadilla dish. read more

I came here to celebrate a friend's birthday, and while the ocean view and overall ambiance were beautiful, the experience was not good. I had a reservation, but despite that--and even though there were several empty tables--we still had to wait quite a while to be seated. My friend ordered the fish tacos, which he said were just average, and we shared the potato taquitos, which were also underwhelming. As a vegetarian, I ordered the Nopalita and Tampico tostadas but was mistakenly served a fish tostada. Thankfully, I noticed before eating it. Trying to get a server's attention took forever, and when I finally did, they casually admitted it was the wrong dish without even offering an apology. What was worse, they expected me to still eat the correct tostada that had been sitting next to the fish one, which felt careless and inconsiderate. After yet another long wait, I was finally brought the right tostadas, but they were just okay. The nopalitos were cold and not particularly flavorful--I've had much better elsewhere. To top it off, the server accidentally dropped two churros on the floor and, while they did offer complimentary ice cream for my friend's birthday, it didn't make up for the poor service and food. I understand mistakes happen, but a sincere apology and an effort to make things right go a long way--something I wish the staff here understood. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I wouldn't return or recommend this place to others. read more

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Food and drinks were great! Small and cozy atmosphere which made for a great evening! read more

Salt + Lime - Mexican Near Me - Del Mar, California

I've been wanting to check this place out, since they offer H/H on Saturday which is rare and much appreciated! The staff were welcoming and friendly. I had the cilantro and jalapeño margarita and sadly wasn't too much of a fan. I found it too sweet which was surprising but after I let it sit for a long while and mashed the lime into it was better. I also ordered the guacamole and this was definitely shareable. I like that it came with 2 salsa options, but will say they all needed salt and more flavor. Or at least have salt and pepper at the table for guest to have the option to use. Overall, it was it's a decent spot grab a drink or bite. read more

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Great ambiance sitting outside, however quite loud especially with the music playing. Service was great. Food was very good snd tasty. The portions could be more generous though. The ceviche would qualify as appetizer size. read more

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The open airy concept with peek a boo views of the Pacific Ocean makes for a romantic spot for dinner. We started out with their fried shrimp appetizer, ceviche Yucatán, and bone marrow. All 3 were excellent in their own way. Our server was kind, knowledgeable, and helpful. I like the full bottles of still water so we didn't have to worry about refills. I had their salmon Del Mar, also amazing, juicy and the sauce it came with was flavorful. I also had their Mexican martini with gin and it was incredible. Fun night with great food, would definitely return! read more

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Not a bad little spot located right on the 101 in Del Mar. this place has a good menu with a decent selection of modern Mexican grub. The service is good but it's a bit on the pricier side for what it is. Overall a nice lunch grab. read more

Salt + Lime - Avocado Caesar w/Steak - Mexican Near Me - Del Mar, California

Salt & Lime is an upscale Mexican restaurant in Del Mar. They had an interesting take on a Quesabirria Taco! While Birria is usually my favorite, I surprisingly preferred their Taco Mi-Rey, which came with grilled shrimp, melted cheese, and bacon. read more

Salt + Lime - Mexican Near Me - Del Mar, California

Went for lunch with a friend. The day was lovely so enjoyed sitting in the patio. Food is tasty but the portion was average. We tried popcorn shrimp and chicken pastor tacos. Service was quick and kind. We even asked our server to take some pics of us and he was very nice to do it. read more

Salt + Lime - Mexican Near Me - Del Mar, California

Enjoyed a nice lunch at Salt and Lime in Del Mar. The decor is trendy, fun, and nature inspired. I really enjoyed the indoor/outdoor atmosphere. Our waitress was super friendly. I enjoyed the salsa verde which had a tart lime flavor. The potato taquito filling was a bit boring but the birria on top made up for that. The presentation of all the dishes was spectacular. I'd consider this an upscale Mexican restaurant given the prices but it's worth checking out. read more

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I had dinner with a friend and we both agree the food, service, and ambiance were incredible! We ordered the ceviche yucatan and guacamole to share. If you like your ceviche with a strong citrus flavor, you are guaranteed to love it! The guacamole was very good, but the chips were a bit oily. We each ordered a quesabirria and taco mi-ray. These 2 were equally delicious. The quesabirria is a best seller, and I can understand why. Definitely try these two tacos! We also ordered "put the lime on the coconut" (corralejo silver, lime juice, pineapple juice, and coconut cream). It was a delicious cocktail! When dining here, plan to arrive early so you can catch a beautiful sunset. The restaurant is located within walking distance to the beach. There is a private parking structure with free 2-hour parking, as well as parking along the street. read more

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This is a wonderful place with an incredibly welcoming staff who truly care about their customers.

Their carne asada tacos were amazing, and the BEST esquites I've ever had. Service was great and the atmosphere was so cute. Went there for a girls night out and would go again! read more

If you want phenomenal tacos or burritos and you're in the $10-$15 Lunch or Dinner budget you will not want to pass this place up! Once you're paying $10 or more for a taco or burrito lunch you really need to assess the Quality, Cleanliness, and Flavors of an establishment. This is where some fast food establishments try to compete with proper sit downs or fresh ingredients that can only be achieved by higher standards. Welcome, Salt and Lime. The meats are prepared and seasoned as ordered. The crisp, fresh veggies in the tacos carefully selected and the presentations are beautiful. Nothin is thrown together. For a lower cost lunch or dinner you get beautiful tacos and burritos packed with fresh cut meats. read more

Salt + Lime - Chicken burrito - Mexican Near Me - Del Mar, California

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Tacos had flavor to them. My old fashion was smoky. The server was attentive. The patio was clean. read more

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There is a really fun vibe to this place, and there's a great ambience and view. I love the overall feel. Everybody here is incredibly friendly, although be prepared, there is very limited seating. I came on a Wednesday at 7:30pm, and there was bar seating available. There was this great deal that evening, where we got 6 tacos for $30, and I do think that this was a great deal, although I'm not sure how often it was offered. Overall the tacos were good, although if we came on a regular day, I'm not sure I could justify spending $12+ on just one taco. read more

I'm sorry but the food needed more flavor. It was bland. I heard a lot of "this doesn't taste good" comments from the table. I myself had the Yucatán Ceviche - it was bland. My partner had the Chicken Milanesa - there was no flavor at all. As a Mexican individual, I'm embarrassed for even deciding to try this place out. Sure the vibe is nice but to me it all comes down to the food. One of my pet peeves when it comes to Mexican eateries is not having the classic aguas frescas - like how are you getting away with this? I expected lots of flavor but again, I should have known better. Immediately walking in was the initial red flag...the clientele. Yes this place is located in Del Mar so you can guess what kind of clientele they cater to. Sadly this was a miss for me. As you can tell, I'm a harsh reviewer but that's because I keep it real. None of this "omg this was so good". read more

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The place is so cute and amazing vibe... extra dance party style in da bano.... Went here w the family and here is the give and take in the experience. The food is on - all items ordered from start to finish were bomb Here is what was ordered - Asada tacos, fish tacos, asparagus tacos, Tampico tostadas (sooo good ), chips and guacamole When the menu recommends 3 tacos it's bc they are small so make sure to order w enough food. Tostadas come 2 per plate but they are the size of a regular tostada you might get elsewhere. I ordered 2 tostadas and 1 taco and was perfectly topped off. You are in a great location, Vibe is good, and Food is awesome, only issue is fairly expensive for amount of food you get so be prepared. I have been here 3 times now and service is hit or miss. No one checked in on us after food was delivered this last time and didn't feel especially busy ‍ Will be back again Fo' Sure bc I know what to expect..... read more

We love coming to Salt and Lime! One of our favorite things about this place is how dog-friendly it is. The patio is nicely decorated and has such a fun, casual atmosphere that makes it easy to relax and enjoy. Our server, Bresas, was super friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. The food and drinks are consistently delicious, with great flavors and the chips are super tasty. Also, don't forget to order the churros, it was delicious. Whether you're stopping by for a quick bite or hanging out with friends (and furry companions!), Salt and Lime is always a great choice. Highly recommend for anyone looking for good food, great service, and a chill vibe! read more

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So yum!! All the workers were so pleasant and nice! The food came out in a timely manner and tasted amazing I have to go back to try more on the menu! read more