Came here twice now and it's perfect for a dodgers pregame! Parking? Horrible. But that's to be expected in LA. Service is at a good pace and the staff is always friendly. Ambiance is casual, great for families and groups, and the food is always great. read more

Salazar - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This was a really disappointing evening. The vibe of the place is very cool. Everyone was nice enough. We were seated at 8 pm for a 745 reservation. Had a drink in the bar while waiting. Cocktail tables and bar top were filthy. Drinks were fine. Since we had time before being seated, we'd perused the menu, we knew what we wanted and ordered as soon as the waiter came to the table. My first choice of Trout was sold out (at 8 pm on a Saturday!??) So I went with the pork. Then, they let us know, half way through our apps (that we'd waited a long time to get), my entee selection was actually not available, either. That is completely unacceptable. Shifted to the machaca burrito bowl. Both that and wife's pollo burrito were just okay. WAY too light on protein and overloaded with beans. Only street parking and little available, but we got lucky about two blocks away. Not a terrible deal but worth noting. We felt like it was wasted time and would not recommend or return. read more

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Dined in early-March 2026, at 5 PM on a Friday. Snotty hostess (at least pretend you'd like to be there), nice and helpful server. The place looked ran down. The food was cold. Never been anywhere where the tacos' meat were cold. The fat on the meat was visually asleep. Extreme red flag. Pity to see such once a lively, fun, delicious go to spot loses its touch and let the quality of service and food go. Existing is the only thing they have going on. Soon, it will also be no more. read more

One thing I love about my hometown of Manhattan, is the fact that you could be in utter luxurious surroundings on one block and two blocks over are industrial environs. Los Angeles is like this too, but you have to drive between these scenarios. So, I happen to love the Riverside Drive (actually both in NYC and LA!), Silverlake, Atwater area with all its boxy apartments and bridges, the gritty but epic LA River and the little Bohemian enclave at its feet, Frogtown. I have reviewed other spots in this little haven and will likely return for more. But, Salazar is likely its most famous venue and with good reason. We were there on a Sunday afternoon at my magic hour when no one is supposed to be crowding us, either for a table or for parking. I was surprised to see Salazar buzzing with diners, coming and going. This was still their off-time because if you go there for dinner or breakfast you are going to be squeezed into a corner. This is a place by locals for locals. I am just glad we stumbled on it when tooling around to absorb the almost brutalist neighborhood it caps. I love this place. Look at the outdoor patio -- rough and worn wooden tables, rickety patinaed metal chairs, giant trees and characteristic black umbrellas. This is raw, as, let's say, Hudson Yards, but even more metallic. And then there is the menu. OMG, so many fabulous things for veg-heads like me. Even though I had studied it carefully at home, I still had to sit for a good 15 minutes and make difficult choices. I ended up with Huevos Rancheros, Guac, roasted purple potatoes (Papas Bravas), and a Phony Negroni -- see my pictures and read the menu descriptions. Everything was highly seasoned, including the complimentary bean dip that accompanied the guacamole. It was hard to resist devouring every inch of each dish. The dishes themselves were beautiful and, oh, lo how wonderful, there were giant linen napkins (black of course!) with steak knives, forks, and ... wait for it ... spoons, big ones! No one seems to be serving spoons any more in LA, except Salazar. I almost cried with happiness. And the take home bag was huge (yay!). Frankie was our waiter. He was hip, cool, smiley and quick. Respect, Frankie! The bill was beyond reasonable -- especially considering the generous portions and high quality, to say nothing of artistry, of every dish. We found parking; the weather was perfect -- cool and sunny; and every kind of human being were our patio-mates, a real melting pot. Huge trees overhead. There is an indoor space for bad weather (rare). What's not to love? We will be back ... read more

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Heard much about Salazar but stopped in for the first time this past week for a couple tacos and more than a couple margaritas. I had the watermelon margaritas which were actually great lol I think they add a lil something to the tajin rim to give it some more tart sweetness. The al pastor taco was my favorite of the two, topped with pineapple it reminded me almost of one of my favorite tacos in Mexico. The carne asada taco was good but truly nothing too spectacular. Outdoor patio was nice on a beautiful day. Next time I will try the burrito. read more

Passed by Salazar the night before and noticed it was packed, so we decided to come back and check it out for lunch--and I'm glad we did. There's no dedicated parking lot, but we were able to find plenty of street parking nearby without too much trouble. The restaurant is mostly outdoor seating, which was perfect since it was a sunny day--great vibe overall. It's also dog-friendly, which is always a huge plus. Our server greeted us with water and menus right away and got us settled in. We were sticking to a fish-only diet that day, so we ordered a few seafood options to share. We got the shrimp burrito (with queso Chihuahua, red rice, beans, and pico de gallo), the nachos (loaded with queso Chihuahua, chipotle mayo, salsa verde, onions, and cilantro), the ceviche de camarón, and the pescado estilo baja tacos. The ceviche de camarón was a 10/10--super fresh with shrimp, rock cod, avocado, mango, and citrus. So flavorful and refreshing. The pescado estilo baja tacos were also a 10/10--perfectly battered rock cod with great texture and flavor. The shrimp burrito and nachos were solid and satisfying, especially if you're looking for something more filling. The drink menu looked really good, and I ended up ordering a mango leche, which was delicious--sweet, creamy, and refreshing. Overall, great food, great vibe, and definitely worth the visit. I can see why it was so packed the night before. I'd definitely come back. read more

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4.5 Stars Salazar has been on my radar for quite some time, and I finally had the opportunity to check it out. It's an open-air eatery with an indoor/outdoor bar, so the fact that it was warm & sunny the day of my visit was perfect! The desert like patio provides a relaxing ambiance and an escape from the city. I can imagine it's even prettier at night. On the menu you'll find traditional Sonora style dishes with a modern twist and creative craft cocktails. Our server Will was darling - very friendly and attentive. We ordered Chips & Salsa Vaquera to share. My friend got the Pescado Estilo Baja Taco with a side of Frijoles Negros (vegan beans are also available.) I ordered the Fried Zucchini Taco and the Classic Margarita. The house made chips were light and crispy and the salsa had a slightly smoky flavor. We enjoyed them. My taco was delish! The house made tortilla was topped with a battered zucchini slice, cabbage slaw, chipotle mayo & mango Pico de Gallo. The hand shaken margarita was expertly prepared and refreshing. My friend enjoyed her taco and the beans. We were both happy that we decided to come here. While chatting and soaking in the ambience we happened to notice the resident cat lounging in the sunshine next to us. She's beautiful and her name is Monty. Will assured us that she is well cared for by the owner. (She has her own little house on the premises and her face is on the staff's hats.) Salazar is a charming place where you can enjoy good food & drink in a cozy little oasis. *Vegan & vegetarian options. *Pet friendly *Street parking read more

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Good place to relax and enjoy. Drinks here are absolutely delicious, loved the machaca tacos. Service here is great. read more

Salazar - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Top tier 'quilles, came out quick and the tortilla chips are so fresh and the sauce is full of flavor. Highly recommend the Watermelon Margarita, it has Ancho Reyes in it to balance the sweetness. Amazing Bartender and friendly staff. Felt welcome as soon as I entered. Relaxing outdoor desert vibes with plants and succulents. The indoor bar used to be an old auto body shop and has been decorated beautifully. Thanks for everything staff! read more

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Met a few friends here for a lil taco Tuesday moment and it was just lovely. The vibe at Salazar is great.. very cool and chill. Our drinks were good, I had a spicy mezcal margarita. Food was also great, we all shared a large plate of all of the tacos.. the al pastor was my favorite. Service was decent, although it seemed like our waiter was the o it one there so we didn't get a lot of interaction. Overall an awesome dinner. read more

What a charming little place to dine. Apparently a repurposed auto mechanics shop who converted it to a lovely little restaurant where you get to sit outside enjoy the hills around LA and at the same time get superb service an excellent food I had a ranch water which was wonderful and some fish tacos, which were absolutely superb and the weight staff is very pleasant making for a simply enjoyable dining experience. I'm sorry I have not finished this review until this time, but I was just looking in my drafts and noticed That it had been left unfinished., And like the meals and ranch water here should not ever be. read more

I was hesitant to come here because of the negative reviews and expensive drinks, but my family and I decided to try it anyway. It was great! Incredible service, high quality tacos and presentation, and while the margaritas are expensive, they were delicious. The server we had went out of his way to make sure we had shade and the food was brought out promptly. Surprisingly fast actually. I have three kids under 6 and they all ate and had a good time too! Lots of kids in the restaurant too. Can't really ask for much more than this. We'll be back. read more

Came to the restaurant because I was in the area and was excited to try it for the first time. We started with some agua frescos, which were amazing salsa, and guacamole. we both tried a few tacos and they really hit the spot. Service was amazing and the outdoor dining experience was very nice even though it was a hot day. Really enjoyed myself would definitely return back and also refer it to others for some authentic tasting Mexican food. read more

Salazar - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

i love Salazar. it has been a staple for me in the east side for many years. the food is sooo good and high quality and the service and drinks are always on point. it's my go-to to bring out of town guests. read more

This is still one of my fav spots to come to. After the last visit- the manager was kind enough to reach out to me. So Thank You. Was able to try some new items on the menu! Fish tacos- BomB! Corn esquite Bomb! Chilaquiles/green- Bomb! And of course the drinks are tasteful and so pretty! read more

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Such a gorgeous restaurant with one of the most pretty looking patios in town. It looks like most people who left negative reviews feel like the food is overpriced. I understand them, but don't necessarily agree with them since my meatless burrito was only $10. Was it the best burrito I've ever tried? Not by a long shot. Did I still enjoy my lunch? You bet I did! read more

Salazar - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Cute outdoor spot with lights and a lot of seating. Good drinks, had their paloma. Ceviche was amazing, came on 3 tostadadas and tried their al pastor and carne asada tacos! read more

Salazar - al pastor and carne asada tacos on flour tortillas - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is one of my favorite spots to bring out-of-town guests, so they can feel like they're on a little vacation. It's casual and pretty, and the food just hits. The chips and salsa, too often overlooked, are delicious. The salsa has a smokiness or a roastiness to it that is just so tasty, and the chips are crunchy and substantial, not those thin chips that fall apart when you try to scoop guacamole. (The guacamole is great too.) Fave tacos: Carne Asada, Pescado, Pollo, Zucchini. I love the margarita flight; great flavors and fresh juices. And always esquites! read more

Food very meh, friendly server, took forever to get the food on a somewhat quiet Sunday night. Our group of four had a reservation and we will waited at least 20 minutes. My biggest issue here was the food. Guac was good. Carne Asada taco felt very oily, the meat was very oily and tortilla wasn't crisp and also felt oily. I also had the zucchini taco - gave me a tummy ache. I had a tummy ache after leaving, and I know it was the quality and quantity of oil. Cool vibe on the patio, but not sure I would run back. Disappointing, too, because I had wanted to try this place for years as I drive by all the time. read more

I used to love their food but the last times I have gone, the meat in the tacos were dry and the guacamole was subpar. It is really nice though and has great drinks still. read more

I've been here a few times and really enjoy their high quality tacos and classic margaritas. It feels very local and relaxed. I particularly like their carne asada and pollo tacos, and the fish taco has a nice crunch. The guacamole and salsa always has to be good for me and both are excellent. The salsa has a nice sweetness to it and the guac is topped with tasty toasted pepitas. A great place to go before or after a Dodger game. read more

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This was our place of choice for dinner during Frogtown Fridays. All of their seating is outside on the deck. Even as the night cooled, we stayed warm thanks to the outdoor heaters. It felt like one big patio summer barbeque or backyard cookout. My tacos were delicious and I was impressed by how buttery and soft the flour tortillas made in house were. Definitely elevated the bite. My beans and vegetables side was ok, but probaby should've just been called beans (hardly any veggies). I appreciated that our waiter gave us a rundown of what meats were particularly grilled well that day--felt personal. read more

Salazar - Carne Asada Taco, Machaca Taco - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

A dreamy, must-visit spot--especially with out-of-towners! This was my second time at Salazar, and I fell in love all over again. The ambience is pure magic: twinkling lights, laid-back vibes, and a dreamy outdoor setting that still feels casual while serving high-quality food. Only recently learned about the founder's inspiring success story, which made me appreciate the place even more. The chips? The best I've ever had, light, crispy, and addictive. The Wet Burrito is my go-to: a hearty, satisfying mix of veggies, beans, and rice. Don't miss the house special hot sauce!!!! seriously, ask for it. It's unbelievably good. The server was an absolute blast! Humor was on point! I'm usually not big on churros, but theirs are next-level, and the drinks hit perfectly too. A total gem in every way! read more

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Nice outdoor patio. There are a lot of umbrellas, so that helps keep things cool. Good service. The salsa that comes with chips and salsa has an interesting taste. It almost tastes like a chutney, because it has some sweetness to it. The guacamole was good too, with pepitas in it. My Carne Asada taco and my pollo asado taco were both really good. The fried zucchini taco was unusual but also good They are good sized. read more

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This place is incredible. Mezcal marg was delish. Fish taco was top notch. Carne asada taco was very well marinated. Will be back

Sweet little spot with great food every time. Relaxed atmosphere. Fresh meat, handmade tortillas and now a made to order flan with the most delicious blueberry compost. Love this place! read more

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Been coming here for years and the food is always on point! They make the best margaritas (AUTHENTIC Margaritas!) and they have great chips and salsa/guac! Every experience is always positive and we've turned many friends and family on to this place. One thing, that would be a game changer is being able to stay updated through social media so we could conveniently find out about certain closures and such... read more

Salazar - Drinkies - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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was excited ti try , cold food , very overpriced, cute space , what a shame , won't be returning

I was in the LA river vicinity and wanted something to drink. $20 for two small fountain drinks that were filled with 60% ice!!!! blatant robbery. read more

A decade in and still terrible service. Why is it so hard, Salazar? When we ask for the check, we mean we'd like it within the next 20 minutes. When the food gets dropped, servers should return after a few minutes to see that everything is there. Why do cooks look in the weeds on a random weekday lunch? These are solvable problems. You should solve them. read more

Salazar used to be great. Since management switched over a few years ago, it hasn't been the same. Food was just whatever and the cocktails are almost all batched out. While the ambiance is great for a weekend lunch, we won't be back. read more

Salazar - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We're always happy when we go to Salazar. Beautiful outdoor space, interesting menu, friendly service, and pretty good (but not great) cocktail menu. The food can be a bit hit and miss but there is enough good stuff to overcome the bad (the guac is particularly delicious but their quesadillas have way too much cheese). Make sure to get reservations since they're frequently booked up. read more

First time visiting Salazar and the food was great! We made a reservation for a party of 7 for a surprise baby shower and service did not disappoint. They accommodated us by giving us a huge table to decorate with flowers and gifts. We played a few games which was nice of them to let us just do our thing. Now for the good stuff! Food: asada fries - these were delicious. The asada was well seasoned and cooked. Chips & guacamole were great! Had the right amount of lime! I ordered the red sauce chilaquiles. These had just the right amount of spicy ness. The girls all had different types of tacos and claimed to be very good so I will need to come back and try them. Drinks: I requested a spicy margarita with tajin rim. So damn good and perfect ratio of tequila and other ingredients. Love when I can taste the alcohol and the other ingredients. Overall this place is great for small groups and big groups. The only bad part is the parking. If you come at a busy time the parking can be frustrating. read more

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The good: Great Ambiance, super dog and family friendly, excellent service by Steve The bad: No parking or valet, $6 for chips (not very good at all) and salads, $22 for a carne asada burrito with little carne asada and mostly rice and refried beans and no sides Wanted to really like this place because Steve was great and atmosphere conducive to a nice long outdoor visit with an old friend, but food quality and price will probably prevent my return. read more

I actually think this place has gotten better over time. I've only been three times and it has evolved from a hipster hub to a casual classic. It's changed from a destination where people would go to see and be seen to something far better: a neighborhood institution. The food was very good. The drinks delicious. The vibe relaxed. Our server was quirky yet personable. And best of all, this place has an outdoor setup and vibe you can't find anywhere else, including that classic burnt wood aroma wafting everywhere. My only criticism is a remnant of when this place used to really pack em in: They won't seat you until your whole party arrives even if you have a reservation. This rule should be practiced with discretion. If there are plenty of empty tables, which there were yesterday, just let people sit down. No need to be precious. read more

The place is lovely physically! Great vibe, great area, nice energy. However, the food was kind of awful. I ordered the burrito bowl with rice and beans because I am a vegan. There were almost no beans in there, so almost no protein - it was about 50% raw onions which is kind of like - what? The order came with cheese on it even though I told the server that I was a vegan. He then said that he didn't know I was vegan, even though everyone at the table heard me tell him (respectfully) several times. Then, he watched me fill out the tip section of the bill and I felt pressured to give him a good tip. Oh, and the 8 dollar veggie plate was about three raw carrots, a few tomatoes, and one radish. I won't ever eat there again. I think it's just a bar that offers mediocre food - it didn't feel like a restaurant at all. As a bar - although I didn't have any drinks - it's probably terrific. Outdoors and pleasant. But the food and service, for me, were awful. read more

Delicious food! Frankie was super sweet and attentive. I will absolutely be coming back read more

My wife and I frequent Salazar. The service is fast the drinks are delicious and the food is consistently fantastic. We have had some of our most memorable nights in LA here. Cant recommend it enough! I will say regarding the clientele, there is an epidemic of not so young parents that seem to be under the impression that everyone else attending the restaurant should have to deal with their children running around. I noticed the management having words with one such party about halfway through our most recent meal. Just a bit of that LA main character syndrome that seems to be so prevalent. read more

Came in tonight. Very nice outdoor spot, amazing vibe, margaritas are great and consistent. I had the Steak and fries, cooked to my liking it was awesome. I did take away one star due to the Hostess. Not welcoming AT ALL, Didn't get a "Hi" back. Just got sat without a word being said. Gotta work on that hospitality boo. Other than her place was great. Might come back, might not too though read more

I knew about Salazar for years, never had the chance to try. I booked a reservation via Resy, the only way to reserve tables here! We came after an event in the area. They have only outdoor seating, a beautiful, big patio, decorated nicely with cacti-s and string lights! Very enjoyable! Water from the house. Their guac is nice and creamy, very fresh, the chips are good, salsa on the spicy side, might not be for everyone. I tried their prickly pear margarita, a nice, fresh, drink looking so pretty! We had an asada kinda of night, our party shared their asada fries, big portion, quesadilla and street taco-s, all asada, all good. Ok prices, in the middle, nice service, didn't feel rushed. Enjoyed the food and their cool outodoor decor, stayed till 10pm, closing time! read more

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