The decoration of the restaurant is very cute and great for a date night. There is also valet parking if you're having trouble finding parking outside the restaurant. There's a tiny photo spot area near the front of the restaurant too. The service was good! The server came timely to update us on our food and drinks, and overall it was a nice experience. I loved the crispy shrimp! The tempura was nice and light and the dipping sauce paired really well with it! The drinks I got were also super delicious. I'm not a big fan of tasting the alcohol over the juice/other flavors in cocktails, and these were super good! My friends ordered the king shiso and hamachi mami rolls, and they were really good too. Out of the three, I enjoyed the hamachi mami the most. read more

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We went for their $25 all you can eat tacos and sushi offering on Tuesday's as a way to try out different items on the menu. Our group of 6 were seated right away and the waiter was ready to take our orders. However, it all went downhill from here. While we were ordering, we were told that we could only order one item at a time - either a taco or sushi. We were a bit confused by this but we went ahead and submitted our orders. The tacos ended up being very skimpy and the sushi took over 30 minutes to come out. We left very disappointed with the food and service. read more

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2/2 review: As being someone who has worked in the restaurant industry, I personally think the whole restaurant is set up this way as a scam. They create this aesthetic looking spot and have this special "deal" to pull people in. Get a ton of influencers to come out and through the phone it looks alright so people want to come. You go in and it's packed so you think it must be great until you start ordering and realize what you're in for. I think they take so long on the sushi/seafood on purpose. They want you to get full on the cheaper stuff to make (tacos). It's easier to prepare, way less ingredients, and cheaper. If you fill up on tacos by the time your two sushi orders finally arrive you can't finish them and have to pay that extra five dollars per item. That way they make sure no one is ordering more than two sushi items each. You can only put two orders in at a time so everyone put their sushi orders in first then had to wait so long that they ended up letting everyone put as many taco orders as they wanted it. The system is set up this way on purpose. If you look the deal used to be $10 cheaper like a month ago and they raised it already. Literally in no world is it worth it. If you come during a normal day you can order the same amount of food for LESS! The only possible way you are making a deal of this is if you are eating some combination of 3 giant sushi rolls/ 3 orders of 3 tacos and no leftovers. Cherry on top is parking is terrible. Have to walk all the way down to the parking garage that has the tightest parking spaces and dog shit smeared all over the sidewalks. You can get a filling sushi roll, miso soup, and a small appetizer all for about the same price at KABOOKI! That's enough for you to realize NEVER TO COME TO THIS PLACE! Oh everyone got sick too after eating and pretty sure one of us got food poisoning from the fish. Just fyi! :) read more

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I visited this restaurant again to try the unlimited tacos for $25 deal and experienced beyond questionable service. My friend and I arrived at 9p and were told the restaurant had stopped seating (they closed at 10p). We were bummed but under stood. My friend asked to use the restroom and I stayed behind at the door to wait. A couple came behind us and complained about the lack of communication about the seating policy and were permitted to sit. I asked the waitress about my friend and I since we were there first. She gave me a pained expression and told me to SNEAK to the bar for a seat as she sat the couple at a table. In confusion, I went to the bar and reviewed the $25 menu. As I looked, the bartender took menu and stated they stopped that deal and handed me a regular menu. Once my friend came back from the restroom, we decided to leave and go to another restaurant. As we left, I noticed that the couple that came behind us was ordering from the $25 menu. I understand it was a busy night but the impropriety in service was completely unacceptable. I'm not one to make a scene in public places, but maybe that's what I needed to do to get equal treatment at this establishment. I really hope this restaurant gets its act together because they won't last long in this market based on my experiences. read more

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A definite glo up! Super cute inside. Food is decent. Skimpy on chips and salsa but they bring more at no additional charge. Our server made great recommendations. Definitely going back! read more

Selva Rosa - Al pastor tacos - Latin American Near Me - Maitland, Florida

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This review is only for their $25 unlimited taco and sushi Tuesday deal. It is extremely overrated. I know for a fact that Selva Rosa has better food than what we were served during this AYCE. The tacos were pretty tiny, which I didn't mind because it's an AYCE so I could keep ordering. But the meat was really dry in them. The sushi was very basic (the salmon roll was a literal piece of salmon wrapped in rice with seaweed). This was probably some of the worst sushi I've eaten and it took AN HOUR to get to us. But I'll say it again, I know they have good sushi and tacos because I've experienced their food at an event before. Our server, Eric, was great and really on top of trying to get our orders in and out as quickly as possible. He asked the sushi bar about our sushi multiple times without us having to ask him. The only other good thing was the margaritas! $28 for a pitcher of passion fruit margarita that isn't watered down! I was decently tipsy hehe :) I know a $25 sushi and taco AYCE is a fantastic deal especially in this area, but at what cost? It's pretty clear that with this deal, they are sacrificing quality for quantity. read more

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Decided to try out this spot despite not being able to make a reservation. Turns out, they have decided for now not to take reservations and there was plenty of seating available. The restaurant is super cute with lots beautiful decor and fun neon signs for photo opps. I will definitely make sure to look my best next time I come to take advantage of them, including the bathroom. The service was at times a bit slow and we probably waited at least 10 minutes for someone to come by our table to give us water and take our drink order despite it not being very busy. Fortunately, everything was worth the wait as the appetizers and drinks were great! We especially loved the margaritas, bao, and empanadas. The Rosa en Fuego dessert was super fun as they lit the sauce on fire and poured it on top but we thought the flavor wasn't great. I will definitely be back as this would make the perfect girls night spot. read more

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I'm torn on this review because I've now been twice with two wildly varying experiences. The first time we went, we had some very good tacos, surprisingly decent sushi for a fusion restaurant, and some of the best beans I've ever had at a restaurant. Service was also really attentive and quick. I left telling my friends about this newer restaurant and happy for more choices in the area. Our second visit was last evening and it was easily one of the worst dining experience I've had in recent memory. If you're considering the Tuesday Taco/Sushi special I would steer clear. The great tacos and sushi we had on our first visit were not the food we were served. Tacos are tiny and dry. Sushi might be the worst I've ever had which was mostly rice. It took a literal hour to receive the sushi. It's clear to me that this restaurant is not set up for the AYCE experience because the service and kitchen cannot keep up. What was consistent across both visits was the ambience. Restaurant is very pretty, though it is very loud with a live DJ. The patio is huge and dog friendly nicely overlooking Lake Lily Park. Parking can be hit or miss, but keep in mind there is a free garage at the back of the property. I hope to give this restaurant another try, but not on Tuesday. It's an interesting choice by management to throw away the quality on a cheap AYCE experience, and I hope they reconsider the Tuesday special, potentially just selling the normal tacos and sushi at a discount. read more

Selva Rosa - Salmon Avocado roll - filled with more rice than fish or avocado. - Latin American Near Me - Maitland, Florida

I visited on Taco Tuesday and overall had a mixed but enjoyable experience. I arrived around 5:30 PM before the crowd picked up, but it's worth noting that wait times should be expected due to their all you can eat tacos and sushi special. From the start, the service stood out. The host was welcoming, and my server truly enhanced the experience. He was attentive, communicated wait times clearly, and made sure we were taken care of throughout the night, which I appreciated on such a busy evening. The atmosphere is one of their strongest features. The space is beautiful, trendy, and has a fun, lively vibe that makes it great for a night out. As for the food, it was a bit hit or miss. The tacos were well seasoned but came off a little dry on the corn tortilla without much sauce, so I added queso and salsa on the side which helped. The sushi was fresh and made to order, but it didn't quite hit the flavor I was expecting. Gratuity was automatically added to our bill due to a group policy, even with just two of us. That said, our server was a pleasure and very attentive, so I didn't mind it at all. Although it is all you can eat, the timing between rounds was too slow and it took a while for each set to come out. The mango margarita pitcher was the highlight of the night, flavorful, tropical, and refreshing, and I would absolutely come back just for the drinks. read more

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I was really excited to visit Selva Rosa after seeing so many influencer posts and Instagram videos, so we decided to check it out on St. Patrick's Day during their event -- unfortunately, the experience fell pretty short for us. Before going, I messaged the restaurant to ask about event details and specials but never received a response. We arrived early and were seated fairly quickly, which was a great start. However, when more friends arrived and we asked to sit closer together, we were given mixed directions. One staff member told us to ask our server (who was very difficult to find throughout our visit), and when I spoke with the hostess, she initially said no despite several open tables that could accommodate our group. She mentioned they were reserved, even though we had been told reservations weren't being taken for the event. She said she would check with a manager and come back to us -- but never did. The all-you-can-eat taco setup was also confusing. You could only order one meat choice at a time, which wasn't clearly explained upfront. We were told early on that they were already out of mojitos and some sushi items, and that sushi orders would take quite a while. Unfortunately, the food itself was disappointing. The tacos arrived cold with minimal toppings, and you had to request basics like salsa and lime separately each time. The sushi, when it finally arrived, was underwhelming and tasted comparable to grocery store sushi. The margarita pitcher also tasted watered down. Service overall was extremely slow -- it took nearly an hour just to get our check and pay. It honestly felt like the restaurant wasn't prepared for the size or structure of the event they were hosting. The ambiance and decor are adorable, and we really wanted to love this place, but the experience from start to finish felt disorganized and frustrating. We may give it another try in a few months once things settle, because the space itself has a lot of potential. read more

Selva Rosa - Latin American Near Me - Maitland, Florida

I've been here twice because I like to give a place a fair shot before leaving a review--and overall, I'd say it's worth checking out. The food is really good, and the seafood tastes fresh, which is always a big plus. The atmosphere can be a bit hit or miss depending on when you go. It can get pretty loud, almost like a club vibe at times. Personally, I prefer going when it's quieter so I can actually enjoy my meal and have a conversation. Service has been inconsistent. The first time I visited, it took a long time to get my drink, and by the time it arrived, the ice had already watered it down. The second time, I stuck with a beer to avoid that issue, but the server would disappear for long stretches, which made things a bit frustrating. One thing I did appreciate is that the owners or managers seem to be present and involved. On my last visit, they even thanked me on the way out, which was a nice touch. Parking is probably the biggest headache limited spots and it leaves you wondering if you're parked somewhere you might get towed from. Overall, despite a few issues, I'd still recommend this place and plan to come back just maybe at a quieter time. read more

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We came in for a work lunch and had a mixed experience. To preface, I know they just opened and they're probably still working out the kinks. The interior is beautiful. The bar area, bathroom, and seating was all very nice. We decided to sit on their patio since the weather was good and it was a lovely spot. Unfortunately, service was not good. They were not busy, but our wait times were still very long for each interaction with our waiter and waiting for our food. He had to retake our orders multiple times. When we ordered items like tacos, he didn't ask about shell/tortilla preference. When we ordered sweet tea, he did not let us know it was a berry hibiscus tea unlike the typical kind. While our waiter was polite, he was slow and disorganized. The food was okay. For appetizers, we got the queso and the jalapeño crab wontons. The wontons were weird and the whole pepper didn't work well. The queso was nice. We also shared a birria sushi roll. It wasn't bad, but we wouldn't order it again. When it came to entrees, they were out of ground beef and another item. I got the lunch pick two with a carnitas taco and a pulled chicken enchilada with rice and beans. The chicken was dry and the taco was rather small. The beans and rice were good. Everyone else at the table agreed the food wasn't bad, just lack luster. I would be willing to return once they get more practice. read more

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If you want to get absolutely pissed off and robbed at a dining experience with friends, look no further than Selva Rosa! My friends and I dined in for TWO of our friends birthdays. Both them and the rest of our group were extremely upset and disappointed with our experience, and half of us ended the evening with stomach aches. Upon getting seated, our server David informed us that we're only allowed to order from the "unlimited tacos and sushi Tuesday menu." We were not aware of this, but took a look at the menu and figured we'd make do with the situation. The rules state that it's $34 per person, no sharing, $5 per plate you do not finish, and a 2 hour limit. David also informed us that SOME appetizers were available to order, but none containing seafood. To my knowledge, we weren't allowed to order any seafood appetizers, but allegedly it was told to others in my party that we COULD order it, it would just take upwards of an hour to come out. This made no sense to me, until it clicked.... Most of my group ordered tacos to start, which arrived within 5-10 minutes tops, but I personally only wanted and ordered sushi. Well, I didn't receive my two HAND ROLLS, mind you, for 45 minutes. This isn't exaggerating either, I took photo time stamps to prove it. Why offer tacos and sushi if you can only deliver on one of the products? If this is their scammy business plan tactic, it's working. Filling everyone up on tacos while they wait on their sushi and then can't finish their sushi, so then they get charged for it? Anyway.... While waiting for my first two hand rolls, I decided it would be a good idea to throw in the California roll I wanted, since that might take another 45 minutes (it ended up taking another 30.) The spicy tuna hand roll was not spicy whatsoever. I actually can't even guarantee it was tuna at this point. The krab avocado roll was the only decent thing I ate last night. No chopsticks or wasabi or ginger was provided-- we had to ask for that. The chili crunch salmon hand roll had no chili crunch, but it had crispy onions. That might be the crunch, but where's the chili? Matter of fact, where's the salmon? It looked like chicken tempura and tasted so off to me. David was lovely, and I genuinely hope he quits this job soon, because this establishment had him STRESSED. He ensured us that they were working on our sushi orders, but I was growing hangry and impatient as the time kept passing by. One of my only complaints on David is that he forgot the birthday girls root beer, and then once we reminded him of the root beer, he said the restaurant was out of it. Cool! The decor and vibe of this restaurant made it seem like it was a place meant for I-drive. An Instagram post-esque type of vibe. The type of place you go to just to take photos and have a cocktail, because you can't trust that the food is edible. Lesson learned. We also ordered two margarita pitchers-- one house and one passion fruit. We were almost charged a $4 up charge for the passion fruit flavor, when the menu says it's only a $1 upcharge. I then came to realize the prices were different only a month ago at this restaurant, thanks to photos on Yelp. It used to be $25 for all you can eat, and now it's $34. It used to be $4 flavor add for pitcher, and now it's listed as $1. Figure it out before overcharging people's cards. I flagged this to David and he took care of it immediately. With all of this being said, not one single manager came by to check in on us or ask us if we needed anything or how the experience was overall. This was not one but TWO of our friend's birthdays we were celebrating. I felt like we were being pranked. I'm genuinely angered that we were still charged FULL price, 20% gratuity was automatically added, and no apologies from management were received. There's genuinely so much more to say but you get the gist. Shut it down. read more

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Completely redesigned and so new, you can still smell the fresh paint. But the vibes are there, making this a fun and trendy new spot. Welcomed with a warm greeting and great service while at the bar. It's a blend of Latin and Sushi with some pretty unique menu items. We just popped in for a few drinks and a small bite this visit but plan to return. As you sit down, you're greeted with a small portion of classic chips and salsa. The carnitas bao buns were a standout - crispy from the pan sear and packed with carnitas, crumbled cheese, and vibrant toppings. A unique bite. The Margarita Fresca is their take on a skinny margarita, and it's one of the better ones in town - refreshing without being overpowered by lime or sour. read more

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We ate and drink to our heart's content during the soft opening on a Friday night. We got here early for a 615 reservation. It was not packed but as the evening progressed it got it busier and busier. The matcha and the sesame drinks were my favorite. Skip the old fashioned it was not great. Loved the decor The ribeye bravo was good. The tempura birria was dry and doused in mayo so it was not good. Pulpo aka octopus was fine beautiful presentation but lacking in flavor The flautas were supposed to have lobster but all I tasted was the cojita cheese and and deep fried shell The trufa salvage was tuna tar tar with rough pieces of tuna chopped over avocado - presentation was nice and they did not skimp on the truffle oil, which was also really nice. I don't know if we picked the wrong things or what but I only really liked two out of the five dishes we had read more

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I was thrilled that something finally opened in this firmer Teak space and I hope they stick around! Our server was outstanding, the food was really good, and the portions were adequate. The best part about this place is the amazing decor. You can tell they put a lot of money into making sure this place looked absolutely beautiful. So glad this is in my neighborhood! read more

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Even though I wasn't in love with the appetizers I have to hand it to them with the ambiance. The design is so beautiful and feels very chic. Definitely a few photo ops. I read other reviews where they said it's new so hopefully it will improve and I couldn't agree more. We came for the sushi but sadly it didn't start until 1 pm. The crab rangoon was a fusion that I feel didn't work but to each their own. We didn't stay past appetizers because we decided not to try anything else so I can't speak for the main courses. They were super kind and the service was great though! I'd def say go for it because it's got the atmosphere and I had the sushi at an event and loved it. read more

Selva Rosa - Bao and rangoons - Latin American Near Me - Maitland, Florida

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So happy a new restaurant has finally opened up in this Maitland location. The decor is very dark, moody and vibey. Our server was very sweet and attentive. And the food was solid! I definitely want to come back and try some things off of the regular menu but this time my hisband and I came for Taco and sushi Tuesday. They have reasonably priced drinks and all you can eat sushi and tacos for $25. At the time, they weren't taking reservations, but we came early and had no problem getting a table, but by the time we left there was a little wait. So, how the Taco Tuesday works is, everyone at your table must participate and you can order one round of tacos and one round of sushi, per person, at a time. My husband and I shared and were able to try multiple of each. The sushi is a basic roll, but just as it is stated. My favorites were the shrimp tempura and spicy tuna. For the tacos, you get 3 small tacos at a time, the best one was hands down the al pastor, such good flavor! We can't wait to try Selva Rosa again! read more

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I checked out Selva Rosa on Saint Patrick's day and went before the late afternoon crowd & I'm so glad I did because by the time I left there was a wait for tables. I was able to be seated immediately once I arrived and it was just me so I took a table next to the sushi making area by the door. The ambiance is beautiful and loud. St Patrick's day fell on a Tuesday so I was finally able to check out their taco Tuesday that I've heard so much about. You ca get unlimited tacos and sushi for $25 for 2 hours & they also have drink specials. I was sad they didn't have any mojitos that day and they were also out of the eel sushi roll. You start with one sushi and one taco flavor each. Each taco flavor comes with 3 tacos & sushi comes with 8 pieces. I tried the Carne Asada & the Al Pastor tacos and the shrimp tempura and the California rolls. I had only 1 drink which was the Casa Jaguar and I added a flavor of passion fruit. Everything was good I just wished the tacos had some kind of sauce because the corn tortillas are quite dry. My sushi was excellent but I did ask for a side of spicy mayo for my Cali roll. The service is pretty quick in between each order and the waiter does a good job of checking in. I ended my meal with a horchata coffee and it was sweet and delicious. The rule for the taco Tuesday is no to go containers , The whole table must participate & any leftovers are $5 . Gratuity is already included. There is both inside and outside seating. I would def come back with a party to try the drink pitchers and other taco and sushi flavors. I definitely left stuffed & happy. read more

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taco tuesday is the best value! $25 for all you can eat tacos and sushi from the list. Note, the tacos come in 3 small tacos and order, I ordered too much haha! The carne asada was the best! I love the variety of sushis on the list, salmon or tuna, cali and veggie. All were great! So many spots for pictures, it's a cool vibe. read more

Selva Rosa - Latin American Near Me - Maitland, Florida

Hip, new restaurant that is definitely a popular spot and truly this is well-deserved. Selva Rosa is big on ambiance and the service was professional. The place has an interesting fusion of tastes with an emphasis on Latin flavors. Definitely check the place out. read more

Heyyyyyyyyyy you guyyyyyyyyys! They have done an amazing job revamping the aesthetic and making this place selva rosa! Parking is limited depending on arrival time. Courtesy valet is available as well. Vibe is a ten upon walking in! Hostess is very sweet, we were seated right away. The aesthetic is open, trendy, modern, photo ops thru & thru. Ryan was our server and he was amazing!! We opted for the Taquitos app. The chuletas lujosa for dinner and hamachi verde. Cocktail choices had good mixology, well balanced and tasty. Great date night place. You can dress up or be casual. Great girls night out vibe as well! Looks like they may have a dj as there was equipment. No HH yet as it's new. Can't wait to go back. Menu looks great and our picks were absolutely delicious. Let's eat! read more

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Newer place in the neighborhood! Great ambiance and the food was super unique with a Mexican Japanese fusions check them out! read more

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Beautiful restaurant with lots of seating indoor and outdoors. Service from Stephan was GREAT. I would not consider this Mexican food as opposed to others in the area but they make up for that in other aspects. Great place for brunch, dinner with friends. I would be back. read more

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Tried Selva Rosa and it was amazing! The birria sushi was incredible and came with a rich consomé for dipping that made it even better. The hamachi verde was super fresh, and the matcha mojito was such a refreshing, unique drink. Everything was delicious definitely coming back! read more

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I had seen Selva Rosa on social media and got to try their food at the Science Center event so I was excited to finally make it in. Selva Rosa is located in the old Teak Maitland spot, (well, it's been like 3 diff restaurants since Teak but I feel like thats the most well known one.) and once we pulled up I was happy to see a familiar location. The inside is decorated beautifully with lots of attention to detail. There are also many photo op spots which is nice and a way to pass the time if you are waiting for a table. We went on a Tuesday at like 3pm so it was pretty quiet in there which is what we wanted. We went for the all you can eat for $25 which after this week is changing to $34 (I think?) so we were happy to have gotten in there once before the price changed. They greeted us with a small cup of chips and salsa, the salsa had a nice little kick to it and the chips were tasty. The AYCE menu consists of 6 different types of tacos, all pretty much the same, protein, cilantro and onions. Some come with a sauce or salsa. For sushi, it's about the same offerings, 6-7 different rolls, nothing too fancy but enough to satisfy your sushi craving. We ordered a pitcher of margaritas ($24) and it ended up being about 2.5-3 glasses each for the two of us. It was strong too so the pitcher was definitely a good deal. We tried three of the taco varieties, carnitas, carne asada, al pastor and all were good but our favorite was the carnitas. The meat was so flavorful! We actually ordered a second round of the carnitas tacos. The sauce that came with it was really good too! For sushi we got the spicy salmon, spicy tuna, salmon avocado and shrimp tempura rolls. All were good, they came out really quick too! We really enjoyed our meal and will return in the future to try some other menu items! read more

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Loved my nigiri and sumo dorado drink. The drink was complex and well balanced and the nigiri was fresh and flavorful. My husband's 1/2 chicken was pretty flavorful too. Mine was good but not outstanding, it was a standard dish. Ambience was nice and has a lot of cute details. Service was good but to are the end the waiter went missing so we decided against dessert. Overall great experience, would go back mostly for drinks and sushi. read more

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After work hang out, stopped by and we had a mango margarita, shrimp chef salad, garlic edamame, chips n dip and we are waiting on my food - Picanha Roll. Love the atmosphere and thus far everything taste very good! read more

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Would've given five stars, but we chose to sit outside and they totally forgot about us for about 20 minutes. Other than that. We had a great time. The food was great. Make sure you try the jalapeño crab Rangoon!! read more

Selva Rosa - Latin American Near Me - Maitland, Florida

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Soft openings are a tough time to judge a restaurant, but I do fully believe if you are not ready to open you should wait. Service: We arrived and there was a 30 minute wait - typically a good sign. Upon sitting down things took a turn for the worst. It was ~10 minutes until a waiter came to greet us. We ordered immediately and the food took over an hour to arrive at our table. Food: Once food did arrive dishes that should be hot were tepid at best and came out of order. The nori chips that accompany the guac were chewy and the trufa salvaje both lacked serranos and had questionable tuna quality. The Sake (salmon) nigiri was not enjoyable - this was a step down from Whole Foods sushi. The enrolladas verdes were also cold upon arrival and lacked flavor. Ambiance: For a happy hour this may be lively but for dinner it felt chaotic. The identity was somewhere lost between a place wanting to be a club and somewhere struggling to find their culinary identity. Proceed with caution. After months of anticipating this restaurant opening I really wanted to like it. Such a cool concept but the execution leaves a lot to be desired. read more

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This was our first time visiting Selva Rosa Cocina & Bar, and we were genuinely excited to try it. The concept is unique, especially the Tuesday taco and sushi special, which is what drew us in and made the hour-long drive feel worth it. Unfortunately, the experience left us disappointed. Service was, quite frankly, unacceptable. We waited nearly 15 minutes before being greeted. As someone in the restaurant industry, and since we chose to sit on the patio, we tried to give grace and remain understanding. However, things only continued to go downhill. Once we because ordering food, we were informed that multiple menu items were unavailable because they were still being prepped, yet no one made an effort to follow up once items became ready or check when we asked. Our server was inattentive and seemed disengaged, making little to no effort to ensure we had a positive experience. We also initially appreciated seeing that an automatic gratuity was included with the Tuesday special. In theory, this protects staff and ensures fair compensation, which we fully support. However, after experiencing the level of service we received, it became clear that there was little urgency to take care of us, likely because the tip was already guaranteed. Being in the service industry ourselves, we would have tipped regardless, but this created a sense of assumption and a noticeable lack of effort from our server. We tried to make excuses for the situation, assuming we may have come during a shift change, slower service on the patio, etc. Even with that understanding, basic service standards were not met. We received tacos and sushi without condiments, had no refills offered, and even had to ask multiple times for ice for a margarita pitcher. When mistakes were made with our order, the server deflected responsibility and even suggested that other staff members should have handled requests we had made directly to him. After multiple issues, I felt it was necessary to speak with a manager. This is not something we take lightly, especially being in the industry ourselves. The manager was understanding and did help ease some of the frustration, which we appreciated. However, it was clear that there are larger operational issues that need attention. Guests should be informed upfront if menu items are unavailable, especially when a specific promotion is the reason for visiting. Service should be consistent across all tables, yet we witnessed newly seated guests receive significantly better attention within minutes than we did during our entire visit. The difference in service was honestly appalling. While the manager offered to credit part of our bill, we declined as that was never our goal. We want to see restaurants succeed. That is exactly why we felt it was important to provide honest feedback. The food itself was good, which makes this even more disappointing. There is clear potential here, but poor service overshadows everything. Mediocre experiences do not build thriving businesses. We are major foodies, go out often, and came fully prepared to capture content and rave about this place. Unfortunately, based on this experience, we would not feel comfortable recommending it or returning at this time. There is a lot of work to be done. Our experience may not paint the full picture of this establishment but that was the painting that we were left with this evening. read more

I had a pretty good experience coming to selva Rosa, I had just gotten out of an event and divided to stop by, I believe I went in there like 30 minutes before closing (sorry guys :( ) though it was almost time to close our server was pretty nice and attentive not rushing us at all. We had a really good conversation with him. The service was amazing :) we tried the queso which was pretty good with chips, and a ceviche the ceviche was not was I'm used to it was little different but had good taste. The made is nice and it's clean very IG worthy. I would definitely come back at a better time and try other goodies from the menu. The mocktails were sooo good loved the cucumber one it's a must try. read more

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It's a no for me, and honestly I think influencers ruin businesses in a way that they bring too many people for a place to hold up to good standards. Another socially influenced spot, themed nights ... that deliver horrible experiences... and food!! Not so much the server but it starts from the top, slow service, food was not great, tacos were cold and bland ... and I've had better grocery store sushi. I hate that something with potential is ruined by influencer craze, I spent $70 and I honestly wish I could take it all back. Girls night was full of complains and being hit a few times with a server tray and no sincere apologies. Chaos! read more

The restaurant makes a strong first impression. The décor feels thoughtfully put together, the ambience leans casual chic, and the space is clean with comfortable distance between tables. I also appreciated that the music wasn't blasting, which made it easy to talk. Unfortunately, the positives stopped once we were seated. Parking is surprisingly limited for a place of this size. Since we live nearby, we managed, but if we were visiting from out of town we probably would have skipped it altogether. It already sets the night off on the wrong foot when you have to circle around just to find a spot. Service became the real issue, and I don't fault the waiter. The problems felt rooted in logistics or management. We went for their "all you can eat" taco and sushi Tuesday that seems to be getting a lot of attention online. Right after taking our order, the server explained that each person can only request **one** taco OR **one** sushi roll at a time. That struck me as odd, especially since they also charge for leftovers. Once we placed our first order, the reason for the rule became clear. The kitchen was extremely slow. We waited close to half an hour without receiving a single item. The server checked in several times to say the food was almost ready, but nothing ever arrived. Looking around, we noticed other tables that had been seated before us were also waiting with empty plates. The restaurant wasn't even half full. There were three people working at the sushi bar, more in the bar area, and more in the back; more than enough staff, but food was barely been served. Anyone who has eaten at a taqueria or sushi spot knows that speed is part of the appeal. Whether it's a food truck or a higher end sushi bar, it's normal to get your first dish within ten minutes. As a comparison, the place we went to afterward served two sushi rolls, two fried appetizers, and two steaks in under fifteen minutes, and the quality was solid. That contrast made it hard not to think that this restaurant simply hasn't trained its staff properly or hired people with enough experience. There are many ways to streamline a kitchen and a sushi bar, but none of that seemed to be in place here. Another small but telling detail was the lack of complementary sauces. Most taco and sushi restaurants offer basics like spicy mayo, eel sauce, or sour cream without making it a big deal. When we asked, the server said those counted as sides. It felt like yet another sign that the place isn't operating with the customer experience in mind. If your goal is to sit and chat without worrying about when your food will show up, this might work for you. If you value your time, there are plenty of better options. The frustrating part is that many of these issues are fixable, and the restaurant already has good traction on social media. This would be the perfect moment for them to tighten things up and give people a reason to come back. read more

We went for taco/sushi Tuesday. Our server was supposedly new. But he wasn't asking us for our orders or allowing us to place new ones as our food came out. He would disappear for like 10-15 minutes. Half the orders came out incorrectly. It took forever. And honestly the music was so incredibly loud that it felt like a night club. The carne asada tacos were not good but I'd recommend the carnitas. Overall for the price it's good. Once it increases in a few weeks, it'll be very over priced for the service and food quality. I would not recommend. read more

false advertisement folks!!!! they do not do $25 every tuesday anymore & they will not honor this due to management chancing recently. i had a talk with a female manager and she had the most whatever attitude about it. do not go here on tuesdays expecting $25 all you can eat! pass it along because i damn sure are on allllll social platforms! ridiculous! read more

Upon arrival we found there would be about a 25 minute wait, which was fine with us and pretty much expected with it being Friday nite and a new establishment. We were seated in about the length of time we were told it would be. Drink orders were taken as soon as we were seated and chips, salsa and queso were brought to the table (complimentary). Hot dishes came out before sushi, despite our asking for it to come out first. One person was not happy with their California roll order, and when asked she did tell them, not expecting it to come off her bill but they took it off anyway. I personally had the chicken enchilada verde which was delicious. Chimichangas were raved about as well. The other sushi orders were enjoyed by those having sushi. Overall, clean, delicious and very affordable. Giving them 5 stars because I'll definitely go back when in the area. Great service considering they are probably working out bumps of a new establishment, read more

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We enjoyed a lovely lunch service from Selva Rosa. Wonderful atmosphere, great service and delicious food. highly recommended! read more

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We dined at Selva Rosa on a Saturday night and were quickly seated. The noise level inside seemed pretty loud so we opted for outside seating. We ordered the birria sushi as a starter. It sounded very unique but was underwhelming - the roll was dry and the meat lacking flavor. Next we got the jalapeño rangoons which I recommend! They were warm and flavorful but not too spicy. For dinner, I wanted the churrasco but they were sold out which was disappointing. So, we shared the carnitas platter and the meat was moist and flavorful. The sides were amazing too. Cocktails were great - flavorful, high quality and appealing. I definitely could have stayed for another round if we weren't so full! read more

Selva Rosa - Carnitas platter - Latin American Near Me - Maitland, Florida

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The service is friendly and it is a large space. The food was disappointing. The sushi was odd and the rice was quite mushy. We sampled a wide variety of items and some of the entrees were overly salty. We enjoyed the chips, guac, and queso. read more