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Salsa's Mexican Caribbean, Asheville, NC

Salsa's Mexican Caribbean

4.6
4.6
116 Reviews
$30 and under
Latin American
6 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28801-3302

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
  • Innovative
Creative Mexican & Caribbean fusion dishes from Hector Diaz in downtown Asheville since 1993: this is Salsas. Locals remember when Hector was selling burritos and easy to grab fare to artists and musicians, neighbors and the working classes of downtown, before growing his audience to curious tourists, foodies and discerning globetrotters. Salsas food and personality have made it an Asheville icon 30 years later.

Indoor & alley dining, great music & energy, cool staff, vegetarian and vegan options, superb margaritas, huge portions, and all with an eye to using fresh, local ingredients.

Always check out the specials and ALWAYS ask for Hector's Hot Sauce. The peppers are grown on his farm, and are hand picked, smoked, cured and bottled locally.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Mexican, Caribbean
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Mon, Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Hector Diaz

What 116 people are saying

Salsa's Mexican Caribbean reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6
4.6 based on all time ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

116 Reviews
  1. Roger

    Western NC35 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 1, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We made a reservation for four people for New Years Day evening. We were seated shortly after we arrived, a few minutes after our reservation time. The place was hopping and there appeared to be only one server. That said, it was a relaxing evening we did not feel rushed at all, the service was very good and the food was excellent. I had the special steak meal and my wife had the Honey Glazed Salmon. Our friends enjoyed their meal as well and we all shared a bite of each others dinner, not sure which one was the best of a great dining experience. Our friends live in a major metropolitan area and were very impressed by the food quality at Salsa's and Asheville in general.

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  2. KaitlynR

    Tallahassee2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on January 1, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Needed more people working to handle amount of customers. Waited 20 minutes after our reservation time. The homemade salsa and margaritas were good but the empanada and quesadilla were sub par. Don’t understand the raving reviews. Maybe need to try again another day!

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    Atlanta1 review

    2.0

    Dined on January 1, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    The best dish was the octopus appetizer. Everything else was sub par to not great. Very cramped space. The mains came out lukewarm. The biggest shock was when they said they do not “have tap water” and so they require you to buy a $6 bottle of water. This isn’t advertised anywhere on their menu or website as far as I could see. Won’t be back.

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    Western NC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredibly fresh food, amazing cocktails and great service!!!!!

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  5. jelisa325

    Charleston20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Awesome food and great service. Their eclectic mix of flavors is something I didn’t know I was missing in my life. I wish they had a similar restaurant in Greenville, SC. We will definitely be going back the next week are in Asheville. Fair warning - seating is limited so make a reservation. And be ready for some big portions!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and service in this tiny little eatery. Loved the authentic vibe.

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  7. Hannah91380 VIP

    Western NC12 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on December 28, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Salsa’s has long been one of my favorite restaurants in Asheville until tonight. We arrived on time for our reservation but weren’t seated until over 30 minutes later. We didn’t get a single beverage until over an hour after we were seated. I even asked the hostess for waters, and she gave me an annoyed looked and ignored us. We never got water the whole meal. Our food arrived almost 2 hours after seating. They didn’t offer anything off the check. What a disappointment.

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  8. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Western NC5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding! The food was so fresh and delicious. A hidden treasure for sure!

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  9. Tessa42

    Coastal Georgia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Absolutely delicious food, a true find. Very busy, recommend making a reservation.

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  10. Dave VIP

    Atlanta82 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had dinner with my daughters. We started with the three dips and chips. I had the pork empanadas which were delicious. My daughters all enjoyed their entrees. The restaurant is very small and crowded which gives it an energetic feel. I would definitely go back.

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6 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28801-3302

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Asheville
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Mon, Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Mexican, Caribbean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Executive chef
    Hector Diaz
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Wine
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