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    Salsa Fresh Mexican Grill

    3.2 (80 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Build Your Own Burrito with 8 oz. queso
    Jillian S.

    Ordered pickup from here on a weekday evening. We enjoyed the meal, however, our order was not accurate. Ordered: Build your own burrito ($11.14) Extra bag of chips ($3.58) Shrimp Tacos ($7.90 for 2) - asked for no cheese. They said they could accommodate this but then made them with cheese. Queso ($5.39 for 8 oz.) Salsa was missing from order Pros: -reasonable prices (comparable to similar restaurants) -flavorful food -reasonable portions -easy phone in orders and restaurant pick up -entrees come with chips Cons: -inaccurate orders -door dash prices are higher than restaurant prices so we ended up calling in our order -door dash does not allow item customization -lettuce was soggy

    The (mostly) ladies behind the counter are a well oiled machine, cranking out lunchtime food bullets por los chicos.
    Chris S.

    Salsa Fresh is a local chain burrito joint, serving as a competitor to more well known chains like Chipotle. It is clean, has lots of staff grilling away in the open kitchen behind the counter. The offerings are straight foward, which is a positive in my book. That is, it offers chicken, shredded and sliced grilled steak (asada), pork, and veggie. Then you can add your favorite toppings like beans, rice, specific salsa type, and greens. Guacamole, sour cream, cheese (except queso fresca) are extra. There are other options like having it in a bowl or having it enchilada style (topped with sauce and then broiled quickly). West Coast transplants will really appreciate a place to get a standard "food bullet". And the steady stream of guests coming in a lunch seem to agree. The food is not grab-your-hair-and-scream-eureka amazing, but it is certainly good. All the ingredients including the salsas seem fresh and tasty. I can see coming here again and again and again as a lunch staple. One of the key differences of this place is that the burritos are grilled, not steamed. This puts a bit of color on the tortilla, helps melt any cheese, and makes it warmer. However, the downside is that a grill is much slower than the steamer that many places use to quickly heat up a tortilla. So, don't be surprised if your order takes 10-15 minutes to make. So if you want fast food, go next door to McDonalds or head over to the Chipotle to get your week's worth of sodium. If you want better Mexican food, cross the street to Mi Cancun. But if you want consistent, tasty, perfectly fine burrito - come here. Say hi to me. I'll be the guy with his face covered in burrito goo.

    The chips salsa was super good, but not enough to redeem the disappointing burrito

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    Best burrito I've EVER had. The service was crazy friendly and fast as well. Will be back again and again!

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    Good Fresh Tex Mex ! Never disappointed! Wish the prices wasn't so high. Can never get out of there under $10.

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    Fine, but it could have been better. The overall vibe is nice, and the service is excellent. I…read moreappreciated that they had some traditional Mexican lagers in addition to some craft beer options on tap. They offered up chips and salsa as soon as I sat down at the bar, and both were very good. The salsa was flavorful. The chips were fresh and crisp. The menu is fairly extensive, and there are certainly a few different vegetarian and vegetable forward items. Not a huge number, but enough. I ended up ordering some refried bean enchiladas (enchiladas Mexicanas). They were fine but really not inspired. The enchilada sauce was good but not sufficiently plentiful or flavorful. It was a good pairing with a pint of craft beer, but not something I would seek out again. Overall, this seemed like a nice enough place. It's probably just optimized for people who are interested in ordering some of the meat-based entrees.

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    Adorable little place in Morrisville. Food was amazing! We got the nachos Supreme and some…read moreenchiladas and both were delicious. The nachos were probably my favorite nachos that I've had anywhere. Everyone was very attentive and food came out quickly and was really hot. Definitely will be back.

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    4.3
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    Esmeralda Grill absolutely rocks, and it was almost a restaurant that I considered avoiding because…read moreI ordered the wrong thing. I was really one mayonnaise filled torta away from missing out on my favorite Mexican restaurant of Cary. The food is some of the freshest and most authentic in the area, and is consistently spot on. Forget heavy burritos or overly sauced enchiladas, this place is the real deal. When you come to Esmeralda Grill, you should really focus on the meat heavy dishes, whether it be via land or sea. There are so many different options to choose from, from both categories. When thinking seafood, expect the full fish. If you find yourself with the fresh grilled tilapia, you will receive a delicious whole fish that tastes as if it was caught that morning. It is such a fantastic option. I also appreciate the camarones a la diabla, or Diablo shrimp. The shrimp are plump and juicy, the spice of the dish is excites your taste buds and is a great dish. My favorite entrees are the land meat dishes though. El Trio Perfecto is my go-to order, it is grilled steak, chicken and pork all on one plate with rice, beans, salad, and tortillas. The Mexican spice rub on the meats is absolutely mouth watering, the flavors are so bold and tasty. The meats are all cooked to perfection and the portions are gigantic. You can make different tacos with the various meats, it is seriously one of my favorite Mexican dishes. I would highly recommend this! Additionally, Esmeralda Grill has so many other wonderful dishes for different flavor profiles. My grandparents are pretty particular about empanadas, but simply cannot get enough of Esmeralda's version. They also make some killer tacos, and some very affordable ones if you were to come on Tuesday! The moral of the story? Don't base your opinion of a restaurant after a single visit. You don't come across a fantastic hole in the wall every day, Esmeralda Grill is one that every Mexican food lover should know!

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    (105 reviews)
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    Came here on a Friday night for appetizers and drinks with a girlfriend, and it was such a nice…read morespot to catch up. The ambiance and music really set the tone - fun, relaxed, and perfect for a girls' night. Our waitress was incredibly patient with us as we took our time chatting and didn't feel rushed at all, which we really appreciated. Service like that makes a big difference. Parking was also easy, which is always a plus for a night out. Overall, a great place to unwind and enjoy good company.

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