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Name: Salsa's Mexican Caribbean
Address: 6 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC, United States, 28801-3302
Telephone: (828) 252-9805
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

Salsa's Mexican Caribbean

4.6 (116)

$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
(828) 252-9805
Website
https://www.salsasnc.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Hector Diaz

Location
6 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28801-3302
Neighborhood
Asheville
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Wine

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

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116 Reviews

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Roger
Asheville / Western North Carolina35 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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KaitlynR
Northwest Florida2 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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OpenTable Diner
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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OpenTable Diner
Asheville / Western North Carolina2 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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jelisa325 VIP
South Carolina20 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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OpenTable Diner
Central Kentucky5 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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Hannah91380 VIP
Asheville / Western North Carolina12 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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OpenTable Diner VIP
Asheville / Western North Carolina6 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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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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Dave VIP
Atlanta83 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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Salsa's Mexican Caribbean is rated 4.6 stars by 116 OpenTable diners.