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We went on a Sunday evening, it was quiet. The place is cute and everyone is very friendly. I found the appetizer to be a bit pricey for 2 tostones with steak ($18). Overall it was good, the black beans were a bit disappointing as they had zero flavor, but the yucca fries with the aoli was delicious! The menu was very diverse as they are a fusion place. I'd come back and try some other things!
Came here late night and food was great! Our server gave us great recommendations as it was our first time after an event and we wanted something filling but not super heavy. The inside decor is so pretty! Pink and roses everywhere. The unique merge of Mexican and Japanese food was awesome. My favorite has to be the birria bao buns and the jalapeño crab Rangoon. Note to self, these rolls are pretty filling! We got two, the picanha roll as well as the birria tempura roll and we were stuffed!
What happened to this place? I have to agree with many of the other reviewers this restaurant has gone downhill fast. We visited on a Saturday afternoon and it appeared there were only two employees working the entire restaurant. I can't fault our server at all. He was constantly hustling bartending, greeting guests, seating customers, waiting tables, bussing tables, and serving food. Whether he was the manager or not, he was doing the work of several people. The staffing situation is a reflection of management, not the employees who were trying their best. Unfortunately, the food was just as disappointing as the service delays. We wanted the Rice Bacaditos with tuna, but despite the menu stating that sushi is available after 1:00 PM, and it being 1:45 PM, we were told it wasn't available. Everything we ordered either took an extremely long time to arrive or never came at all. When the food finally arrived, the steak tacos were overcooked, dry, and lacked flavor. Overall, this place has clearly dropped in quality on every level imaginable staffing, service, food quality, and execution. It's disappointing to see such a decline.
The food and presentation were excellent. We ordered the street corn, tuna taquitos, and several entrées, and everything was flavorful and beautifully plated. The service was attentive and friendly throughout our meal. The only area that fell a little short for me was the cocktail program. I ordered a classic Old Fashioned, and it arrived without the traditional orange peel or cherry garnish. The ice cube was also quite small and melted quickly, which watered down the drink faster than expected. This is the former Teak location, and the renovation is impressive. The space feels completely refreshed with a modern, jungle-inspired design. The atmosphere is stylish and photogenic, making it a great spot for date nights, girls' nights, or anyone who appreciates a fun aesthetic.
Enticed by the all you can eat tacos, we decided to try this place on a Tuesday. It's close to our home and we wanted to switch up our night. We sat at the bar and the restaurant was pretty empty there was one other person at the bar and maybe 4-5 other parties sitting at the tables. It was around 5 so it was still early. I think the happy hour prices are pretty decent . I opted for the two Baja fish tacos for 8 dollars and they were decent. Not the best I've ever had but they were pretty good. My boyfriend had the all you can eat tacos and I had a bite of them and they were just okay . For all you can eat for 25 dollars he definitely got his money worth with quantity but quality wise it was just eh. The service was okay, a little lack luster with us having to get the attention on refills and more orders of tacos. I really liked the decor of this place with the vines hanging from the ceiling and the leopard prints and cool colors. Almost like a jungle theme.
Ambiance is nice in this little hidden gem adjacent to Lake Lily. Ordered three different appetizers to try and all were delicious. Fresh chips and queso with guac were perfection. Portions sizes were good, and service was great. Good menu options and would have given five stars but gave it four for pricing. Pricing seemed very inflated. Drinks were $16-$20. Most of the entrees were in the &20-&40+ range. We will be back for appetizers.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Went here for dinner on a Sunday with my husband. The restaurant wasn't super busy but there were some other tables, including a bigger party. It took a little while for the server to initially come over, but after that first time, she checked on us often and our items were brought out pretty quick. We also appreciated her suggestions. I tried a margarita. It was delicious. They had an extensive menu of options. For food, we shared ceviche and a couple of sushi rolls. Everything was yummy and the food tasted fresh. I really liked the street samurai roll bc of the Mexican street corn. We were too full for dessert. The restaurant is cute and fun for pictures. I would go back if I'm in the area. read more
6 days ago
The ambiance was fantastic, the vibe was fun, and the food was genuinely good, but unfortunately, I can't justify a higher rating given the service. We were celebrating a friend's birthday with a party of 10, and while our waiter was kind, the service was painfully slow. I understand that larger parties can take more time, but the wait for both food and drinks was excessive. By the time everything arrived, we had practically spent the entire evening waiting. It was disappointing, especially given the occasion. That said, the restaurant has a lot going for it. The atmosphere was great, the menu was creative and fun, and the food was delicious once we finally got it. When we left, a local struck up a conversation with us and mentioned that he comes here often but regularly experiences long waits for his food. That tells me this may be an ongoing kitchen issue rather than a one-time fluke. One final issue put a damper on the evening. There seemed to be some miscommunication regarding the gratuity, and even after clarification was requested, it wasn't clearly communicated to the table. As a result, several people in our party ended up paying the 20% gratuity twice, creating unnecessary frustration and disappointment at the end of the night. I genuinely liked the restaurant, the atmosphere, and the menu, and I would love to see them get it right. However, they really need to address the kitchen delays and improve communication with their guests. There's a lot of potential here, but the overall experience needs work. read more
We visited selva Rosa around 7pm on a Sunday to watch a World Cup game a few months ago. It was pretty empty, but very pretty inside. We got a carafe of sake sangria which was very good. Then I got the pork belly tacos. The tacos were just okay, they were very dry. The pork belly was pretty chewy, like maybe it had been reheated. My boyfriend also got tacos which were very dry. I feel like that's a super basic error. The service was also not good. I wouldn't come back here except maybe just for drinks. read more
We went on a Sunday evening, it was quiet. The place is cute and everyone is very friendly. I found the appetizer to be a bit pricey for 2 tostones with steak ($18). Overall it was good, the black beans were a bit disappointing as they had zero flavor, but the yucca fries with the aoli was delicious! The menu was very diverse as they are a fusion place. I'd come back and try some other things! read more
1 month ago
Came here late night and food was great! Our server gave us great recommendations as it was our first time after an event and we wanted something filling but not super heavy. The inside decor is so pretty! Pink and roses everywhere. The unique merge of Mexican and Japanese food was awesome. My favorite has to be the birria bao buns and the jalapeño crab Rangoon. Note to self, these rolls are pretty filling! We got two, the picanha roll as well as the birria tempura roll and we were stuffed! read more
What happened to this place? I have to agree with many of the other reviewers this restaurant has gone downhill fast. We visited on a Saturday afternoon and it appeared there were only two employees working the entire restaurant. I can't fault our server at all. He was constantly hustling bartending, greeting guests, seating customers, waiting tables, bussing tables, and serving food. Whether he was the manager or not, he was doing the work of several people. The staffing situation is a reflection of management, not the employees who were trying their best. Unfortunately, the food was just as disappointing as the service delays. We wanted the Rice Bacaditos with tuna, but despite the menu stating that sushi is available after 1:00 PM, and it being 1:45 PM, we were told it wasn't available. Everything we ordered either took an extremely long time to arrive or never came at all. When the food finally arrived, the steak tacos were overcooked, dry, and lacked flavor. Overall, this place has clearly dropped in quality on every level imaginable staffing, service, food quality, and execution. It's disappointing to see such a decline. read more
The food and presentation were excellent. We ordered the street corn, tuna taquitos, and several entrées, and everything was flavorful and beautifully plated. The service was attentive and friendly throughout our meal. The only area that fell a little short for me was the cocktail program. I ordered a classic Old Fashioned, and it arrived without the traditional orange peel or cherry garnish. The ice cube was also quite small and melted quickly, which watered down the drink faster than expected. This is the former Teak location, and the renovation is impressive. The space feels completely refreshed with a modern, jungle-inspired design. The atmosphere is stylish and photogenic, making it a great spot for date nights, girls' nights, or anyone who appreciates a fun aesthetic. read more
3 months ago
Enticed by the all you can eat tacos, we decided to try this place on a Tuesday. It's close to our home and we wanted to switch up our night. We sat at the bar and the restaurant was pretty empty there was one other person at the bar and maybe 4-5 other parties sitting at the tables. It was around 5 so it was still early. I think the happy hour prices are pretty decent . I opted for the two Baja fish tacos for 8 dollars and they were decent. Not the best I've ever had but they were pretty good. My boyfriend had the all you can eat tacos and I had a bite of them and they were just okay . For all you can eat for 25 dollars he definitely got his money worth with quantity but quality wise it was just eh. The service was okay, a little lack luster with us having to get the attention on refills and more orders of tacos. I really liked the decor of this place with the vines hanging from the ceiling and the leopard prints and cool colors. Almost like a jungle theme. read more
2 months ago
Ambiance is nice in this little hidden gem adjacent to Lake Lily. Ordered three different appetizers to try and all were delicious. Fresh chips and queso with guac were perfection. Portions sizes were good, and service was great. Good menu options and would have given five stars but gave it four for pricing. Pricing seemed very inflated. Drinks were $16-$20. Most of the entrees were in the &20-&40+ range. We will be back for appetizers. read more
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
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
7 months ago
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
7 months ago
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
8 months ago
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
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
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
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
Had lunch there after walk in Lake Lily Park. We had our dog with us and sat on covered porch. I alerted hostess we were there and server came out quickly. I had the lobster flautas and enjoyed it. My husband had fish tacos and was happy with them as well. We intend to return. Even though we were separated being outside our server kept a vigilant eye on our table. read more
9 months ago
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
I think our first mistake was coming here on Cinco de Mayo and being able to get a table easily. It took over an hour to get our house margaritas, shouldn't those be house made? Then the food. Steak tacos had the skinniest most fatty pieces of steak. It was pathetic. My boyfriend said the enchiladas weren't bad but I think after waiting two hours for food we were just hungry. We didn't even get the sushi we ordered but at that point we just told the server to remove it from our bill. Also, anytime they made an announcement inside, the second it ended the music would blast full volume outside which was so awful. I would personally not come back and would not recommend it to anyone. read more
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
5 months ago
Amazing experience! The restaurant was big and there was no wait for a reservation. You can sit inside or outside on the patio. I loved all of the decor elements they were so adorable. The margaritas were delicious and strong! The food was SO good. I really loved the Asian and Mexican fusion especially how it translated through their sushi options. Service was a little slow for being not that busy, but friendly angwI will be back! read more
5 months ago
Can't really review their food, because apparently no one there thinks an onion allergy is something to be concerned about it any way, despite being federally mandated to not expose people who suffer from them to anaphylaxis and serious personal harm. Here's a friendly tip: restauranteurs who care so little about customers they're willing to endanger their lives with food maybe shouldn't be in the restaurant business. Take a close look at the attached photo, and tell me you believe the person preparing that washes their hands during service. Selva Rosa does not care about that, and demonstrate it in both their tableside service and takeout options, which are equally abysmal. Calling what they served in this box "tacos" is an insult. I would feel so absolutely betrayed, had I eaten a bite and suffered from shortness of breath, dizziness, my entire body swelling, and passing out. Really glad the owners were able to make $18 off this plate that looks like it was cooked entirely by heat lamp, though. read more
2 months ago
This restaurant was mixed. The empanadas were amazing! The shrimp tacos, eh...seasoning was good, but nothing to write home about. The ambience was more geared to social media and selfies then cozy and warm. The service was excellent. Overall, ok experience. read more
7 months ago
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
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
2 months ago
Happy hour menu is nice and the place is beautiful. Dessert menu is good too. The waitress was super sweet read more
7 months ago
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
2 months ago
25 days ago
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
8 months ago
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
7 months ago
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
7 months ago
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
7 months ago
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
8 months ago
Newer place in the neighborhood! Great ambiance and the food was super unique with a Mexican Japanese fusions check them 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
3 months ago
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