Senor Salsa
1301 Old York Rd, Abington, PA, 19001
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Address :
1301 Old York Rd
Abington, PA, 19001 - Phone (215) 887-9600
- Website https://www.senorsalsapa.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 10
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : No
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
Categories
Mexican Cuisine
If you enjoy Taco Tuesday, then you have officially fallen in love with the Mexican Food. The main grain of Mexican cuisine is maize. Also known as corn, maize is grown for the past 9000 years after the crop was discovered by the people in Mayan civilization. Mexican empire flourished when they started growing beans, tomatoes, chili pepper, sweet potato and cactus. Till this date these ingredients are used in cooking authentic Mexican dishes and drinks.
Great use of spices, fresh chili pepper dishes like fajitas, tortilla chips, corn chips, salsa, chimichangas, burritos, nachos and quesadillas are invented in America. But when you are looking for authentic Mexican food then you must find a restaurant in the city that serves Rajas con Queso, Garbanzo in a Guajillo Chile Sauce, Pork Filled Chiles Rellenos, Chiles en Nogada, Molcajete Salsa, Pico de Gallo and Frijoles de la Olla. An eye-opening fact – Mexican don't like their food hot. They use fresh chili and other spices to create a flavor that lingers in your mouth.
Mexican food is great for those who are Gluten Intolerant as they use Corn instead of wheat in most of their dishes. Also, you can easily find many beans based Mexican dishes. Another dish which didn't get similar glory as tacos or nachos is the Mexican hot chocolate. If you love something hot on a chilly day, then go for Mexican Hot Chocolate. On merry days, you can enjoy the authentic Mexican Drinks like Tequila, Mezcal, Tecuí, Sotol, Bacanora, Charanda, Posh O Pox, Puebla and Pulque. Mexican Cuisine is for people who enjoy strong drinks and hearty meals.
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EricaLynn J.
This place is relatively new, so I'm assuming they will work out some of the kinks soon enough. That said, they definitely need to get a handle on estimated wait time. If you tell someone 45 minutes, and it winds up being almost twice that long to get a table, something isn't quite right. The neighborhood was in desperate need of a large Mexican restaurant; there are some smaller authentic ones nearby, and of course there are some Chipotles mostly anywhere you look, but there was a real need for a place to go when you want a big menu, some tableside guac, burritos and enchiladas, and a bar. Senor Salsa, which has had success elsewhere (Connecticut, for instance), if it can continue to improve, can fill that void. The first issue is the weird rules all over the menu. You can't share. How strict are they about that? It's almost so comical that you want to test it out to see if someone will really be monitoring how you eat your meal, but the steep price tag is scary. Another oddity? Chips and salsa for the table is not complementary. But the name of the restaurant is Senor Salsa! So read all the fine print. There's a lot of it, and if you break a rule, you may find yourself with a large bill. (Note: If you order the tableside guacamole, the chips that come with it are included, thus temporarily solving the chips for the table conundrum.) The food is pretty good. I ordered an enchilada plate with four different kinds: bean, cheese, beef, and chicken. The bean and chicken enchiladas were good. The cheese enchilada was inedible. The cheese was very odd. The beef was practically inedible. Will definitely give it another try in about 6 months, when they have had some time to grow and work stuff out. Hoping for the best.
(3)Alex B.
At a glance... Big portions for a reasonable price Wide selection of dishes Overall good quality food $3 margarita specials on rocks Attentive and inviting service Recommend chicken burrito and carne nachos Would go back Food. Bring a notebook because I had to study this menu. A very extensive menu. I was overwhelmed with the amount of dishes so I just played it safe and started out with carne (beef) nachos and a chicken burrito. Nachos were good not great but lots of them, very cheesy, and went well with my $3 margarita. If you read the previous comments the burrito is more like an enchilada - comes with melted cheese on top - and I had to use a fork and knife to eat it. With that said still a very good burrito and it came with pico de gaio(?) and fried rice. Lots to eat at a good price. First impression: Saw Señor Salsa being redone for a while and wondered when it would finally be open but I can tell why it took so long. Yes the parking lot is on the small side but there is little that can be done about it. The inside looks very nice and set the atmosphere for a hearty Mexican meal. Walked in and seated right away; within a minute nachos and salsa were served at our table. Salsa seemed out of a store bought jar. Service. Within minutes our waiter was at our table to take our drink orders. We came at a time when about half the restaraunt was filled and was overall pleased with our service. Overall. Im not going to say I'm a Mexican food connoisser. I'm not even going to say I'm a picky eater so take what you will. Not the most authentic Mexican food but still was pleased with the meal. Considering the choices of Mexican food in the area, would say it is at least worth a try. Disappointed in the salsa (considering their name is Señor Salsa) but everything else seemed fresh and for the most part tasty. Overall good experience. Recommended.
(4)Lizabeth L.
This place is really good. I love Mexican food and there food was very tasty and our waitress was super nice and fast. I will definitely come here again and the drinks are pretty strong. I ordered the frozen margarita it was strong and I am not complaining lol. Overall i thought this was a nice place to have a nice dinner.
(4)Giuliano P.
Everything was smothered to the point it made me sick. Listen I love cheese and sour cream and meat as much as the next person, but lord have mercy on your stomach. The nachos are so hard to eat because of the amount of stuff they put in top. They give you very little nachos to be able to eat it all. Margarita was good and strong but the food needs work. Step your game up
(2)Joe D.
Very good. Drink specials and 50% of chicken fajitas was an excellent deal. They put tons of money into the decor and ambience, which always concerns me as to how long they can stay in business. It's the food that counts!
(4)Maryellen T.
We love Mexican food but we won't be going back to Señor Salsa...our waitress placed our order incorrectly which was ok but they made up for that by not cooking our chili rellenos well. The peppers were hard and the coating was totally undercooked and mushy. The place had filled up while we waited for our food so we just left and contacted the manager via email to let him/her know about our experience. It's a new place and we'd like to see it succeed...no response from SS! Oh well...good luck.
(1)Tammy G.
I've eaten here a few times but only for lunches but haven't really been impressed. I think they've gotten someone's food wrong every time, like served a burrito instead of an enchilada, beef instead of chicken, that kind of thing. The food has not been bad but not great, just eh. Twice they over charged by charging me for a dinner instead of the lunch special. It's a nice decor, can't comment on the drinks because I haven't tried them and the dinner menu seems a bit pricey to me. I think I will travel a little further to go to better Mexican restaurant instead of going back here.
(2)Anurag S.
Pros: Nice decor, ample seating, good servers, good meal portions.. good food, good menu selection, nice margaritas Cons: no kids menu, food taste is good, but not good enough to give you a wow feeling and hence 3 star rating...
(3)Kelly P.
My husband and I came here on their second night. At a restaurant that had been open longer, I would be giving two stars because of the service problems, but I'm willing to forgive some issues at a place that's still so new. We decided to try this place on a whim. First problem: the parking lot is WAY too small to accommodate even a 3/4 full restaurant. There's no real other place to try and go either. We got majorly lucky that we didn't have to circle a few times. Although we got seated right away, it took a really long time before anyone noticed us. To the point where you consider going up to the front podium for a manager, or just walking out. Again, a big problem at an established place, but more forgivable on night two. The menu is definitely comprehensive, and you'll find all your Mexican classics. But here's the rub: this place will nickel-and-dime you to death. Want more chips? That's a $1. Want more salsa? Was a side of sour cream? Want to split a dish? Want certain refills? Alllll extra. Little fees all over the menu. Not ideal. I can't think of a single GOOD Mexican place that charges for another basket of chips or a small side of sour cream. They also have a $10 debit/credit minimum. That all being said, we did enjoy the meal on the whole. For about $45 (before tip), my husband and I each got a soft drink, the queso fundido (the chorizo in it was tasty, but the cheese was a little runny for my husband's liking); a 3-part combo with rice, two taquitos, and an enchilada; a 2-part combo with rice and two chicken quesadillas; a side of sour cream (extra $1) and the sopapilla desert. The sopapilla was a little flatter and tougher than I'd have liked, but it wasn't bad. I thought the enchilada was good, and the taquitos were quite delicious. It was definitely more than enough food. If we were to do it again, we'd do the items a la carte and skip the totally average rice. I'm willing to give this place another try, despite the really slow service and the 'nickel-and-dime the customer' attitude. I wasn't really in the mood to try diving into their apparently extensive tequila list that night, but that could be worth going back for in-of-itself. Let's hope they get the service aspect down better.
(3)Lisa S.
For those in the area that are looking for good authentic Mexican food. This is your place. Finally found a replacement for Tortillas in Willow Grove. Beautiful room, quality fresh food, great service, a huge menu and a great kids menu with not all Mexican options for them, so everyone wins! Free chips and salsa , that were awesome! This is my New Mexican spot. I will probably be here often.
(5)Teresa N.
Worst Mexican food I've ever had. However, it's the only Mexican food I've ever tried outside of California and Mexico, so maybe it's simply the standard for this area... I came on a Saturday night during their opening weekend so I expected service to be slow. The food, however, was inexcusably bad. Chicken and beef were bland. The sauce they smother all over their burritos was too salty. The salsa tasted like it came from a store-bought jar. I also didn't like that there were fees associated with everything. Something as simple as splitting a plate was an extra $5 fee. On the plus side, there's a bar and TVs to keep you occupied as you wait for what seems like eternity for a table to open up. I'm willing to give this place 2 stars instead of 1 since it's new and perhaps still working things out.
(2)Cindy W.
Worst service ever. They need some serious training for there servers. Food was good, but I sent my dish back twice. The first time is was cold, must have been sitting there while they cooked my boyfriends steak to med well. They made me a completely new meal, and in my quesadilla there was beef this time, I ordered chicken! After the 45 minute wait to be seated, 15 minute wait to be greeted and another 45 minutes to get our food, I don't think it would be worth my time and money again.
(2)Rachie T.
This place is alright. I had the chicken burrito lunch special with beans instead of rice and the portions were huge. The burrito was stuffed with chicken, onions, and peppers. While I do think they topped it with too much melted cheese, it was still quite delicious. The pico that came with it was delicious, but there were some huge jalapeño pieces that instantly burned my mouth. Still good though. They serve free chips and salsa. Salsa is okay but pico would be better. My friends food ended up being cold in the center. No big. Service is okay. Not the best mexican place I've been to but certainly not the worst.
(3)Gina J.
I have been twice in the past month. Both times I have found the place to be super clean, very friendly, and with fast service. My meals each time were really good. Chimichanga and Fajitas. The rice and beans were seasoned well, and the meats were tender and flavorful. I am still unsure if this is a true chain or a popular name. I tend to not care for chain restaurants as they have less autonomy in their cooking. This tastes like my aunties food, not pre-packaged. Def recommend going! Still need to try dinner service, both times I went during lunch. And yes, even lunch portions are big.
(4)Amy C.
No waiting and plenty of parking available on a Friday for lunch. Thoughtful restoration of this Mexican restaurant. Enjoyable music brings out the textures of iron, brick, stone, and thick wood beam decor. The wait staff was bilingual and very attentive to the details of extra napkins, waters, and the timeliness of the check. Regretfully the burrito and carne Assad were only okay. The meals lack freshness from a pico de gallo and black or pinto beans. I did enjoy the lemons and limes with my water.
(2)Harry S.
Out to dinner with my family. The server brought the wrong order and was not helpful with resolving the mistake. The hostess was just as unhelpful. Will never return.
(1)John M.
Had lunch with friends. Thought I took advantage of a lunch special. Disappointed is an understatement. I'm not a connoisseur of Mexican food, but thanks to other chains, I always thought a burrito was a tortilla wrapped around a choice of meat, beans, rice with maybe lettuce and/or salsa or something all wrapped up in a tubular shape. This was a tortilla around seasoned meat, with unappetizing beans on the side, and some form of rice, also on the side. Price was really reasonable as well. after one bite, I really should have sent it back, it was the single-most salty piece of food I think I ever put in my mouth. I ate it anyway, mostly because I was hungry, and thanks to a full house, food took longer to get than expected. the after effects were another thing completely. Hours later, I'm still feeling it.Sorry, I won't be back anytime soon
(1)Brendan M.
Been there 3x now. The place is ok, not great. Its more like American Mexican food than traditional mexican cuisine. The only reason to go really is for their cheap lunch specials. If you want real mexican food go to la morena in hatboro.
(3)Marcia O.
Service was slow! Food was bland. Would be a plus if the waiter understood us & vice versa. The chips were good but the salsa was more like soup. I will stick to Chipotle or Mad Mex for my burrito fix.
(1)Melissa S.
If you have ever been to Las Margaritas in NE Philly or Southampton, then you know exactly what to expect. Not all traditional mexican food, but more of an American-comfort food take on the food plus the few authentic dishes. The portions are big, the food is filling, the menu has MANY options for all types of choices. Instead of nachos, where the chips get soggy, try the cheese or bean dip- delicious!! The make your own combos are my favorite and come with rice and beans. You can have guacamole made fresh at your table, which is fabulous! The happy hour special at the bar is great- $2.99 margaritas (which are delicious). My family and I have been a few times and we had great service and wonderful food (with leftovers) both times. I wish parking was better, but the garage across at the hospital or showing up outside of popular dinner hours will get you a parking spot.
(5)Chalie K.
Very good, I had the ground beef burrito, and everything is fresh and very good, strong margaritas and friendly staff, worth a visit.
(5)Jess D.
We were here last week for dinner. 7 of us, a 5 year old, and a 2 year old. The food was fantastic! Margaritas were great. Parking sucks. Had to park across the street, but it didn't put a damper on our night. Thank god we made reservations because you could barely make it in the door to wait. Everyone loved their food. Definitely will be back.
(4)Chris C.
Good, that's it, just good. There were so many highs and lows to this place that 3 seems to fit. The ambiance and decor had that nice cantina look, very authentic feeling. The lighting was low, which was romantic, but made reading the expansive menu very hard. The highs-the chips tasted fresh made, nice crunch and warmth. The tamale was great, very close to the ones I had in my trips to Arizona. I feel the prices were just right. Middling- the salsa did not taste fresh, came from a jar. A good jar but still a jar. The toppings were very fresh, especially in the taco. But there was no real flavor to it, nor the burrito or the chimichangas the wife had. Just nothing there. My chili releno was awful, greasy breading falling loose. It was so dark it took me 3 bites to say that was a stuffed chili. Overall, just the right price, filling. Better then a chain Mexican stop but not a need to run back.
(3)Jessica N.
Delicious! Bailey's coffee is perfect! Nachos are the best I've had in years. I got the buro DE casa - amazing My fiance got the pollo churi (spelling?) - flipping wonderful! And he is pretty critical... lol Great kids menu. So my daughter was happy. Portions are huge! Love coming here!!
(5)Nikki C.
Great food, great drinks, and great staff! My boyfriend and I stopped by just to see how it was. We were pleasantly surprised by the beautiful ambiance and wonderful meal options. We love Mexican food and this spot lived up to our expectations. Would recommend Señor Salsa to everyone!
(5)Jeffrey Y.
I've been here a few times. The food is pretty good and they seem to be generous with the liquor! I'll be back.
(4)Karen M.
I love, love, love Mexican food! I am also a Fajita snob. So I was quite hopeful when I visited Senor Salsa's restaurant over the weekend. The restaurant has a really cool vibe and the service was good. My husband had the Enchiladas Verdes and thought it was tasty. I, of course ordered the beef Fajita. I was quite disappointed. The beef was the same as the beef used for pepper steak. In fact, as you can see from the picture, it looks like pepper steak. Additionally, the menu says that the beef and vegetables are grilled, but that was not the case. Taste wise, it was okay.
(3)Rodney F.
Ok, my first Yelp review ever. I travel for work to Mexico all the time and adore Mexican food. This place is the BEST Mexican food I've ever found in the Philadelphia region and I've lived here for 25 years. The food is just awesome. The guacamole (made fresh at your table) was incredible, the margaritas and sangria outstanding and the Chili Relleno was better than some I've had in Mexico. Portions just right and prices right on target. I can't wait to come back and I'm thrilled it's in my neighborhood. If you appreciate real Mexican food, you must come here. Previous reviews critiquing prices and chips do not accurately reflect the quality of this food. It deserves to survive and thrive in Montgomery County! Come and enjoy!!
(5)Robert K.
I stopped by on Wednesday the 7th of January. I knew the restaurant was "in progress" for awhile and happened to notice it had opened while running errands. It was about 12pm and the dining room was about half filled. Not bad for a new place. I say new place but it's a known quantity for those of us in the region paying attention as it's the sister restaurant to the Las Magaritas establishments in Southampton and North East Philly. If you've been to those, then Senor Salsa should make you right at home. Decor, menu and specials are all the same. That's not necessarily a bad thing. Is this the best mexican I've had? No. But it's not bad and about as authentic as most American pallets can tolerate. If you want something more authentic, head to Hatboro and sneak out some of the smaller establishments there. The food was good. I had tex-mex in a fajita. It was fresh and well cooked. Light on the spice compared even to the Las Magaritas sister restaurants. Even the chips were lighter on the salt. This maybe due to being across from Abington Memorial Hospital. You have to adjust for your target market. With a soft drink, I got out for lunch for about $10. Not bad and considering the $8 McDonalds will take you for for a "value meal" up the road, a decent option for the area. Overall a good solid area choice.
(4)Andrea m g.
Fun new restaurant that will keep your eyes busy looking in each room for interesting items.Look up on part of the ceiling and see Jalapenos embedded in the stucco.Very cool and creative. The service was fast and friendly. Great table side fresh made Guacamole. I enjoyed the tomatillo salsa the best of the salsas offered (It's hot) but I still prefer the other location this company owns called Las Margaritas in Southampton PA on Second Street Pike and Street rd. You can not beat the food or the wonderful waitstaff at the Southampton location. It just is a bit better in my opinion. This restaurant(Senor Salsa) is still a jewel in the crown of a company that is bringing upscale Mexican to this area. Worth a look see if you are in the area.
(4)Grace M.
I really enjoyed the food and drinks very much, but my second time coming here I had a really terrible experience with the service, so much so that I will not be returning. My boyfriend and I came for happy hour about a week ago. I am a vegetarian, so I take extra time to really emphasize when ordering to make sure there's no meat in the dish. Our waitress was kind of brusque with us in the beginning, but I gave her the benefit of the doubt because the restaraunt was busy. We ordered loaded nachos with NO meat, saying it probably four times to make sure. When they came out, they had beef and chicken on it. No big deal, just tell her we ordered it with no meat. The waitress literally YELLED at us, said extremely rudely that we did not specify no meat, and when I said politely that we did she got very hostile and actually stormed away. When she brought it back she threw the plate on the table so loudly it clanged and stormed off again. The rest of the time she glared at us. When she brought the bill she did not include the happy hour discount for the margaritas, but her hostility was so upsetting that we didn't want to take it up with her so we just left. We are very good tippers and have both worked in customer service, and one can be sure we would never be rude or hostile to a waiter. It was a very strange reaction and I have an uneasy feeling she may have spit in our food. Very, very bad experience. 2 stars for yummy food, sucks we'll never be back.
(2)Jane H.
My new favorite place. Food is always consistently good and the wait staff attentive
(5)Joe D.
Very good. Drink specials and 50% of chicken fajitas was an excellent deal. They put tons of money into the decor and ambience, which always concerns me as to how long they can stay in business. It's the food that counts!
(4)Barbara M.
Yuck!!!! I would give 0 stars if the app would let me. Service terrible; food was subpar; margarita was disgusting.
(1)Gloss G.
Pros- decor, ample seating throughout the restaurant, friendly servers, strong margaritas. Food arrived hot and fresh. Cons- overcrowded seating arrangements, long wait for actual food. Under Seasoned food. Like really not much salt or herbs, spices, nada. Everything on my plate literally tasted the same. Overall I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone with taste buds.
(2)Glenda C.
1st time here and so far I like ! Coconut margarita yumm!! They made my guacamole at my table ( I love guacamole ) . It's a very laid vac cool place with good Spanish music. Salsa was playing almost the whole time was there. Food was good nothing spectacular to me but my date thought it was amazing. He had the steak, chicken, shrimp and scallops fajitas. Ok I admitted they were good. Will definitely go back again
(4)Renee S.
Portion size was large, food was tasty, service was friendly and quick. Atmosphere is authentic looking and the music is as well. Highly recommend this place.
(4)Rachie T.
This place is alright. I had the chicken burrito lunch special with beans instead of rice and the portions were huge. The burrito was stuffed with chicken, onions, and peppers. While I do think they topped it with too much melted cheese, it was still quite delicious. The pico that came with it was delicious, but there were some huge jalapeño pieces that instantly burned my mouth. Still good though. They serve free chips and salsa. Salsa is okay but pico would be better. My friends food ended up being cold in the center. No big. Service is okay. Not the best mexican place I've been to but certainly not the worst.
(3)Howard B.
Mexican food should be three things...Simple, Flavorful, Cheap. Senor Salsa misses the mark each time. The simple review is this: I realize that Mexican food is in short supply in the area. You should cook it yourself or travel out a bit further to enjoy it. If you enjoy margaritas and beer more than food, then down a few, get your buzz on, and chow down. Senor Salsa is not good Mexican food, and honestly it just barely reaches the decent mark for food of any genre. Now for the part where I rant a bit: If you've read my other reviews, you will know that I spent many years living in Texas, where Tex-Mex and authentic Mexican food have deep roots. I'm spoiled, I know. In the spirit of equality I try not to use my Texas experience as a measuring stick for other Mexican food around the country. Some places will have better, and some places worse. This place is just silly. You and your friends devour that first basket of chips 'n' salsa? Expect to pay for the second round, only the first is free. Did you ever pay for lettuce? it's .50 on this menu. Want to share your giant burritos? Expect to pay $5 as a sharing fee (it's plastered all over the menu) Expecting rice AND refried beans on your plate? Prepare for disappointment. Want Fajitas? You won't be eating them with your friends, since they take 25-30 min to prepare (as per the menu). Parking is tough, its a small lot. People are flocking here. I went on a thurs night at 6:15 and it was packed. I certainly understand the reason. The area lacks much in the way of Mexican food options, and instead of waiting at Mad Mex they are coming here. It's a shame when we will lower ourselves to eat the lesser of two evils.
(1)Cole E.
Things to know: 1.Chips and salsa are not free after the first serving. (yes, I feel the same way too.) 2. They have a 5 dollar fee if you want to split or share a plate (its written on every page of the menu) 3.They won't "split" your check, but they'll split the check...Maybe they're trying to save receipt paper I'm not sure. All I know is they will not bring out receipts for each person, merely tell you the totals. weird and dumb. Food: Salsa is okay, chips are good as long as they come out hot. I had the California tacos. I was expecting small flour tortillas, but instead received two giant tacos made with fajita tortillas. Chicken and corn, not impressed with quality. They skimped on the guac in the guacamole salad and somehow think cumbers are appropriate garnish for beans and spanish rice. Last and worst of all:: This place claims to be authentic . I ordered the flan, love me some flan. Not only was the flan terrible- probably frozen and thawed crap that didn't even taste like custard or caramel, THEY FLOODED IT WITH HERSHEYS SYRUP AND WHIPPED CREAM!!! Flan... WTF I won't go back here and I don't recommend it for more than appetizers and margaritas or mojitos with the ladies. Better off risking the asswrecking of the chipotle down the street. That being said, our server was nice and I hope she finds some place better to work.
(1)Ashley S.
Where do I start. The food is not even at the level of one star. First off what kind of mexican place does not give free chips and salsa???? Ok so to the food, it all tastes the same and is pre made or frozen just tossed in a fryer. The best part of the meal was when the waiter brought out the food. My order was incorrect and the waiter argued with me and refused to take the dish back until I called the manager over. Service and food is absolute garbage. Do not waster your money or time. Go to Adobe cafe if you want mexican. PLEASE do not GO!!!!!
(1)Nicole R.
I ate here with my boyfriend last Saturday. We both enjoyed it. We started off with large house margaritas...he got strawberry, I got Mango. They were both delicious, and there was a good amount for the price of $9. We split an app-Nachos w/ pico. All of their nachos come with cheese, and you can choose other toppings as well. I wish more topping came on them standard. If you want to add sour cream, that's more, guac is $2 more etc. So our nachos were just pico & american cheese. We both got 2 burritos for our entrees. I got chicken, and he got beef. They forgot the re-fried bean on his, but he still enjoyed it. I enjoyed mine as well. They have a TON of selections for entrees including dinner combos which allow you to try one burrito, one taco, enchilada, etc. One complaint (as someone mentioned below) is that they nickle and dime you for everything. most of the dishes don't come with that many-or any-toppings. At Mad Mex, I normally get fajitas- which come with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, guac, shredded cheese, rice, and salsa. Here, fajitas only come with sour cream, tomatoes, and one other topping I believe...all of the rest cost extra, which can add up quickly. If you want a refill on the complimentary chips and salsa, that costs extra too. The checks are hand written, and not itemized,which is a little weird. Our total was $56( before tip). with a 20% tip, our total came to $67. That is VERY expensive compare to other local places. The bar area is small, but there is a large TV you can watch. The booths are comfy as well. Overall, I would eat here again, especially for the margaritas, and to get an appetizer (not to share one, because apparently they charge you $5 to share it). As far as entrees go, I think Mad Mex has better food, better prices (if you like having all the toppings like I do), and more beer selections. Better yet, check out Plaza Azteca in Plymouth Meeting...it's a little bit of a drive, but the food is great, chips & salsa are unlimited, and they won't charge you for lettuce!
(2)Thiago S.
Great environment, delicious steaks. Even though staff seemed a bit untrained, it was a good experience. It felt like I was in Mexico after all
(4)Terrence J.
Good food and service they make good strong margaritas and great atmosphere feel like I'm in Mexico
(5)Hal C.
We came here on a Saturday night around 7, and the parking lot was packed; so was the restaurant. This was my first time here, although I used to live in this area several years ago and it was a seafood restaurant called "InFlight" at that time. They were rarely busy when I went in back then. Jump to last night... First of all, let me just say that after living in California for 28 years, this was the best Mexican restaurant I've found that's comparable to what I was used to. As I said, the place was packed. We found an empty table by the bar and ordered frozen margaritas while waiting to be seated in the dining room. The wait was about 30 minutes. Not bad considering. Meanwhile, the margaritas were spot on. Had a pleasant buzz by the time we were escorted to the table. Within a few minutes, a busser arrived with nice warm chips and salsa. The chips are made in-house and served with salsa. Each table has four bottles of hot sauce (mild, medium, chipotle and habanero) in case you want to adjust the heat. Our waitress, Janine came to the table within 5 minutes and for the entire time we were there, she was pretty attentive and brought everything we ordered in a timely manner. WHAT WE ORDERED. Okay, so we started off with a side of guacamole and some more chips. Several minutes later, a man (I'll call him the Guac Guy) came over with a tray consisting of two fresh avocados, a several ramekins, each with fresh fixins for the guacamole, a mortar and pestle, and a tip jar... Don't worry, we took care of him ;-) For the main course, my dining companion ordered fish tacos, and I ordered a Combo consisting of a hard-shell beef taco and chicken enchilada. Both meals came with rice and refried beans. Everything was delivered hot, in a timely manner... and delicious. All of it. There was plenty of guacamole to dip the chips and still have enough to add to the entrees. We were both too full to try out any of the deserts, so I'll have to review desert next time. Oh, and there will DEFINITELY be a next time. THE AMBIANCE The interior of the place was like being transported to Mexico. The lighting was just right, not too dim, not too bright, with soft red and blue colored lights. Fully stocked bar, HD TVs in the bar area, Lots of people, all age groups represented. Friendly staff. The room is festively decorated with pictures and sculptures of Mexican themed objects such as a giant mortar and pestle filled with guacamole, a 3-D rendering of bulls that appear to be charging through the wall and, behind our table, a big picture window over a brick ledge with a sculpture of Atlas, who appears to be supporting the ledge on his shoulders. OVERALL Overall, it was a perfect evening and a perfect meal. I can't wait to go back and do it again! IN CLOSING... I'm a bit confused by the negative reviews here. Perhaps the experience at Señor Salsa is inconsistent from one visit to the next. I don't know, yet - so I'll revisit this restaurant again (and again), and post an update at some point in the future. But for now, this is my review and I'm sticking' to it!
(5)Robert B.
My family of three visited this establishment. And being new, I suspect they are still figuring out some kinks. There is no longer a joke in Abington with this building. They had been prepping this place for so long , it was a joke. Where should we meet? "Senor Salsa," proceeded by chuckles. First, the decor is festive. Some hand painted murals on the walls. Overall nice appearance. The chips and salsa came out quickly. Pretty standard Mexican restaurant food. Nothing special about either, very typical. The menu is extensive and overwhelming there are so many different choices. My son went for his standard eating out, "Mac and Cheese." I ordered a two part combo of a hard taco and taquito. I really liked the Taco. It was flavorful. And the tortilla was excellent. I should have ordered more was my thought. The taquito, I was not a big fan of. It lacked flavor. Maybe I should have saved some of the lettuce and cheese on the side of the plate for it. But, it was just enough for the Taco. For some reason, they brought the beans and rice on a side plate. Almost like they forgot to put it on the plate in the first place. They did that to a table next to us as well. My wife had some kind of shrimp enchilada. It was a good portion size. She had a full plate of lettuce, guacamole, cheese and sour cream to go with it. I should have taken some for my flavorless taquito. So, one major issue with the night. The length of time for us to get our food. We waited a long time. The waiter told us twice it will come soon. We have no idea why our table took so long. The table next to us which came after us, with more people got their food a lot faster. With such a long wait we should have had a comp. for dessert or something. Granted this place is packed and completely full. But, there should be some kind of apology and explanation. We did order dessert. It came back to us quickly. The standard fried ice cream. And it was delicious. I will return to this restaurant in the future. It is decent enough and not expensive. Once the crowds settle down it hopefully will be better. As explained in other reviews, the parking lot is small. The entrance if you have to wait is small. Not enough room for people to stand as they wait for a table to open up. It is also confusing, they have a cash register and slightly behind it a hostess booth. Everyone coming in stops at the register to check in, before being told to go to the hostess booth.
(3)Art A.
Just tried the tacos at the Willow Grove Carnival, they were better. Again if you want top notch, this place is close but if the carnival taco tastes better, you might want to try somewhere else.
(2)Jess C.
The food was awful. I didn't even eat my shrimp burrito. My boyfriend got a beef burrito and a hard taco and both were extremely sub par and borderline just bad. Everything lacked flavor and just lacked love. We also got the pitcher of horchata but it had way too much cinnamon and it ruined it. The place was packed so my boyfriend and I were confused as to why... But we decided it was probably because the people there get drunk on the margaritas so they can hardly taste their food.
(1)Shannon O.
Great, affordable Mexican restaurant with friendly service. We ate here for the first time last night with our kids and thoroughly enjoyed it. I ordered the Carnitas on recommendation of the waiter and it was delicious! Far too much for me to even finish. Lots of good options on the kids menu. Best Mexican food in the area for sure.
(4)EricaLynn J.
This place is relatively new, so I'm assuming they will work out some of the kinks soon enough. That said, they definitely need to get a handle on estimated wait time. If you tell someone 45 minutes, and it winds up being almost twice that long to get a table, something isn't quite right. The neighborhood was in desperate need of a large Mexican restaurant; there are some smaller authentic ones nearby, and of course there are some Chipotles mostly anywhere you look, but there was a real need for a place to go when you want a big menu, some tableside guac, burritos and enchiladas, and a bar. Senor Salsa, which has had success elsewhere (Connecticut, for instance), if it can continue to improve, can fill that void. The first issue is the weird rules all over the menu. You can't share. How strict are they about that? It's almost so comical that you want to test it out to see if someone will really be monitoring how you eat your meal, but the steep price tag is scary. Another oddity? Chips and salsa for the table is not complementary. But the name of the restaurant is Senor Salsa! So read all the fine print. There's a lot of it, and if you break a rule, you may find yourself with a large bill. (Note: If you order the tableside guacamole, the chips that come with it are included, thus temporarily solving the chips for the table conundrum.) The food is pretty good. I ordered an enchilada plate with four different kinds: bean, cheese, beef, and chicken. The bean and chicken enchiladas were good. The cheese enchilada was inedible. The cheese was very odd. The beef was practically inedible. Will definitely give it another try in about 6 months, when they have had some time to grow and work stuff out. Hoping for the best.
(3)Alex B.
At a glance... Big portions for a reasonable price Wide selection of dishes Overall good quality food $3 margarita specials on rocks Attentive and inviting service Recommend chicken burrito and carne nachos Would go back Food. Bring a notebook because I had to study this menu. A very extensive menu. I was overwhelmed with the amount of dishes so I just played it safe and started out with carne (beef) nachos and a chicken burrito. Nachos were good not great but lots of them, very cheesy, and went well with my $3 margarita. If you read the previous comments the burrito is more like an enchilada - comes with melted cheese on top - and I had to use a fork and knife to eat it. With that said still a very good burrito and it came with pico de gaio(?) and fried rice. Lots to eat at a good price. First impression: Saw Señor Salsa being redone for a while and wondered when it would finally be open but I can tell why it took so long. Yes the parking lot is on the small side but there is little that can be done about it. The inside looks very nice and set the atmosphere for a hearty Mexican meal. Walked in and seated right away; within a minute nachos and salsa were served at our table. Salsa seemed out of a store bought jar. Service. Within minutes our waiter was at our table to take our drink orders. We came at a time when about half the restaraunt was filled and was overall pleased with our service. Overall. Im not going to say I'm a Mexican food connoisser. I'm not even going to say I'm a picky eater so take what you will. Not the most authentic Mexican food but still was pleased with the meal. Considering the choices of Mexican food in the area, would say it is at least worth a try. Disappointed in the salsa (considering their name is Señor Salsa) but everything else seemed fresh and for the most part tasty. Overall good experience. Recommended.
(4)Lizabeth L.
This place is really good. I love Mexican food and there food was very tasty and our waitress was super nice and fast. I will definitely come here again and the drinks are pretty strong. I ordered the frozen margarita it was strong and I am not complaining lol. Overall i thought this was a nice place to have a nice dinner.
(4)Giuliano P.
Everything was smothered to the point it made me sick. Listen I love cheese and sour cream and meat as much as the next person, but lord have mercy on your stomach. The nachos are so hard to eat because of the amount of stuff they put in top. They give you very little nachos to be able to eat it all. Margarita was good and strong but the food needs work. Step your game up
(2)Maryellen T.
We love Mexican food but we won't be going back to Señor Salsa...our waitress placed our order incorrectly which was ok but they made up for that by not cooking our chili rellenos well. The peppers were hard and the coating was totally undercooked and mushy. The place had filled up while we waited for our food so we just left and contacted the manager via email to let him/her know about our experience. It's a new place and we'd like to see it succeed...no response from SS! Oh well...good luck.
(1)Brenda Y.
I LOVE Mexican food and what this restaurant serves is absolutely delicious. I will be a frequent guest and would highly recommend it to my friends. Here is a tip. Try the refried beans. To die for.
(5)Ja S.
Went for opening week. I am Hispanic and am familiar with Mexican food, but what I got at Señor Salsa was tasteless rice which was undercooked, shredded lettuce inside the rice and shrimp that was not fresh, it was the frozen already cooked one. And for the kids meal, the burger was dried out and we didn't get a bun for it. I would rather get TV dinner than come back here! Yuck!
(1)Kelly P.
My husband and I came here on their second night. At a restaurant that had been open longer, I would be giving two stars because of the service problems, but I'm willing to forgive some issues at a place that's still so new. We decided to try this place on a whim. First problem: the parking lot is WAY too small to accommodate even a 3/4 full restaurant. There's no real other place to try and go either. We got majorly lucky that we didn't have to circle a few times. Although we got seated right away, it took a really long time before anyone noticed us. To the point where you consider going up to the front podium for a manager, or just walking out. Again, a big problem at an established place, but more forgivable on night two. The menu is definitely comprehensive, and you'll find all your Mexican classics. But here's the rub: this place will nickel-and-dime you to death. Want more chips? That's a $1. Want more salsa? Was a side of sour cream? Want to split a dish? Want certain refills? Alllll extra. Little fees all over the menu. Not ideal. I can't think of a single GOOD Mexican place that charges for another basket of chips or a small side of sour cream. They also have a $10 debit/credit minimum. That all being said, we did enjoy the meal on the whole. For about $45 (before tip), my husband and I each got a soft drink, the queso fundido (the chorizo in it was tasty, but the cheese was a little runny for my husband's liking); a 3-part combo with rice, two taquitos, and an enchilada; a 2-part combo with rice and two chicken quesadillas; a side of sour cream (extra $1) and the sopapilla desert. The sopapilla was a little flatter and tougher than I'd have liked, but it wasn't bad. I thought the enchilada was good, and the taquitos were quite delicious. It was definitely more than enough food. If we were to do it again, we'd do the items a la carte and skip the totally average rice. I'm willing to give this place another try, despite the really slow service and the 'nickel-and-dime the customer' attitude. I wasn't really in the mood to try diving into their apparently extensive tequila list that night, but that could be worth going back for in-of-itself. Let's hope they get the service aspect down better.
(3)Lisa S.
For those in the area that are looking for good authentic Mexican food. This is your place. Finally found a replacement for Tortillas in Willow Grove. Beautiful room, quality fresh food, great service, a huge menu and a great kids menu with not all Mexican options for them, so everyone wins! Free chips and salsa , that were awesome! This is my New Mexican spot. I will probably be here often.
(5)Rodney F.
Ok, my first Yelp review ever. I travel for work to Mexico all the time and adore Mexican food. This place is the BEST Mexican food I've ever found in the Philadelphia region and I've lived here for 25 years. The food is just awesome. The guacamole (made fresh at your table) was incredible, the margaritas and sangria outstanding and the Chili Relleno was better than some I've had in Mexico. Portions just right and prices right on target. I can't wait to come back and I'm thrilled it's in my neighborhood. If you appreciate real Mexican food, you must come here. Previous reviews critiquing prices and chips do not accurately reflect the quality of this food. It deserves to survive and thrive in Montgomery County! Come and enjoy!!
(5)Chris C.
Good, that's it, just good. There were so many highs and lows to this place that 3 seems to fit. The ambiance and decor had that nice cantina look, very authentic feeling. The lighting was low, which was romantic, but made reading the expansive menu very hard. The highs-the chips tasted fresh made, nice crunch and warmth. The tamale was great, very close to the ones I had in my trips to Arizona. I feel the prices were just right. Middling- the salsa did not taste fresh, came from a jar. A good jar but still a jar. The toppings were very fresh, especially in the taco. But there was no real flavor to it, nor the burrito or the chimichangas the wife had. Just nothing there. My chili releno was awful, greasy breading falling loose. It was so dark it took me 3 bites to say that was a stuffed chili. Overall, just the right price, filling. Better then a chain Mexican stop but not a need to run back.
(3)Jessica N.
Delicious! Bailey's coffee is perfect! Nachos are the best I've had in years. I got the buro DE casa - amazing My fiance got the pollo churi (spelling?) - flipping wonderful! And he is pretty critical... lol Great kids menu. So my daughter was happy. Portions are huge! Love coming here!!
(5)Jeffrey Y.
I've been here a few times. The food is pretty good and they seem to be generous with the liquor! I'll be back.
(4)Karen M.
I love, love, love Mexican food! I am also a Fajita snob. So I was quite hopeful when I visited Senor Salsa's restaurant over the weekend. The restaurant has a really cool vibe and the service was good. My husband had the Enchiladas Verdes and thought it was tasty. I, of course ordered the beef Fajita. I was quite disappointed. The beef was the same as the beef used for pepper steak. In fact, as you can see from the picture, it looks like pepper steak. Additionally, the menu says that the beef and vegetables are grilled, but that was not the case. Taste wise, it was okay.
(3)Nikki C.
Great food, great drinks, and great staff! My boyfriend and I stopped by just to see how it was. We were pleasantly surprised by the beautiful ambiance and wonderful meal options. We love Mexican food and this spot lived up to our expectations. Would recommend Señor Salsa to everyone!
(5)Stevie R.
Good news first, service is decent and the margaritas have a real kick to them (wouldn't recommend more than 24 ounces of driving). Bad news? Well it's a restaurant and the food is no good, the "beef" taco tasted like a tilapia taco, very bland quesadillas..........But the cheese dip is good.
(2)Daniel K.
I am thrilled to finally have a go-to place for good Mexican in Abington. Just had dinner here with my family, and we all enjoyed it tremendously. I had a beef burrito which came with rice and refried beans, and a beef taco. My wife had chicken quesadillas and fresh tableside guacamole. We both had margaritas. My daughter had chicken tacos. We were all thoroughly satisfied with the food and service. I frequent several Mexican establishments in Norristown who cater primarily to other Mexicans, so their authenticity goes without saying. Senor Salsa is pretty close to the real deal, with only slight tailoring to American tastes. Really the flavors here are just a bit more intense than you would experience at a place like El Primo in Norristown. The Abington ER staff across the street orders from here every day, so what does that tell you? We will most definitely be back.
(5)Veronica V.
It's ok not much to say, the decor is nice, food is ok I have had better. Service not the greatest
(2)W L.
Food was ok Waitress was disorganized probably because the place is new Was charged for extra salsa with the chips which was unusual in a Mexican restaurant
(2)Tammy G.
I've eaten here a few times but only for lunches but haven't really been impressed. I think they've gotten someone's food wrong every time, like served a burrito instead of an enchilada, beef instead of chicken, that kind of thing. The food has not been bad but not great, just eh. Twice they over charged by charging me for a dinner instead of the lunch special. It's a nice decor, can't comment on the drinks because I haven't tried them and the dinner menu seems a bit pricey to me. I think I will travel a little further to go to better Mexican restaurant instead of going back here.
(2)Robert K.
I stopped by on Wednesday the 7th of January. I knew the restaurant was "in progress" for awhile and happened to notice it had opened while running errands. It was about 12pm and the dining room was about half filled. Not bad for a new place. I say new place but it's a known quantity for those of us in the region paying attention as it's the sister restaurant to the Las Magaritas establishments in Southampton and North East Philly. If you've been to those, then Senor Salsa should make you right at home. Decor, menu and specials are all the same. That's not necessarily a bad thing. Is this the best mexican I've had? No. But it's not bad and about as authentic as most American pallets can tolerate. If you want something more authentic, head to Hatboro and sneak out some of the smaller establishments there. The food was good. I had tex-mex in a fajita. It was fresh and well cooked. Light on the spice compared even to the Las Magaritas sister restaurants. Even the chips were lighter on the salt. This maybe due to being across from Abington Memorial Hospital. You have to adjust for your target market. With a soft drink, I got out for lunch for about $10. Not bad and considering the $8 McDonalds will take you for for a "value meal" up the road, a decent option for the area. Overall a good solid area choice.
(4)Pete F.
I really really wanted to love this place. My meat is always burnt and they have never correctly filled my order. The owner seems annoyed when I check my take out order and find that items are missing. We would probably go here three times a week if it was better. Now we prefer Mad Mex; because they are consistent, friendly, and above all, get our orders right. After all, that is the first step of running a successful restaurant, right? Señor Salsa is a roll of the dice. Make sure (if you are taking food out) that you thoroughly check your order before you go out the front door.
(1)Caryn L.
Great food. A little pricey and the place was loud and crowded, but we will definitely be coming back. Amazing margaritas!
(4)Trey F.
Amazing! I ordered the Shrimp Burrito and it was excellent. The staff doesn't forget about you and are very friendly. The atmosphere is great! Definitely worth a visit
(5)Karen E.
I went to the restaurant Saturday June 13, 2015 and the service was GREAT. I had the grilled chicken breast, yellow rice and black beans, that was prepared in a side dish. The cocktails are EXCELLENT. The environment is comfortable.
(5)Lorri K.
I've been here several times! Excellent margaritas and great food! You get quite a bit for what you pay. The happy hour prices are good too. I highly recommend the queso cheese dip and chips.
(5)Cindy W.
Worst service ever. They need some serious training for there servers. Food was good, but I sent my dish back twice. The first time is was cold, must have been sitting there while they cooked my boyfriends steak to med well. They made me a completely new meal, and in my quesadilla there was beef this time, I ordered chicken! After the 45 minute wait to be seated, 15 minute wait to be greeted and another 45 minutes to get our food, I don't think it would be worth my time and money again.
(2)Anurag S.
Pros: Nice decor, ample seating, good servers, good meal portions.. good food, good menu selection, nice margaritas Cons: no kids menu, food taste is good, but not good enough to give you a wow feeling and hence 3 star rating...
(3)Alison S.
I have to say that after reading the reviews, I was skeptical about this place. I was pleasantly surprised with what I found. It was mobbed so we actually found a seat a the bar and decided to eat there. The bar tender was awesome. I asked her margarita suggestion and received an rather amazing Texas Margarita. We then received a bowl of HOT chips and cold salsa (which I doctored up with habanero hot sauce). The cheese dip was Meh but its not my thing anyway. My husband was not a huge fan, but it was ok. I then ordered the scallop, shrimp and crabmeat fajitas. OMG. Enough food for at least three meals. I ordered it extra spicy. The scallops were perfect, the crabmeat was terrific. The shrimp was a little over cooked, but not so much that I was unhappy about the meal. The rice and refried beans were very good. Pico di gallo and guacamole were great but there was not enough of either. All in all, I enjoyed my meal and will be returning, but maybe on a night that's not so crowded!
(4)Erika C.
I really enjoy their atmosphere. Great food the chicken nachos are amazing. I also enjoy their margaritas and they are an awesome price of $2.99 during happy hour..
(4)Dottie G.
Me and my daughter went on Saturday for lunch. Been waiting for it to open for awhile now. But it was worth the wait. Prices are good and portions are perfect. Service was friendly and i would recommend. Will def go back to try dinner. Finally an authentic mexican restaurant.
(4)Gary D.
We recently went there for dinner. The chile relleno were undone and the cheese was horrible. Worst of all the management never responded to my direct email. I wish them well.
(2)Sarah B.
Solid Mexican place. Have been twice now. The food is tasty, and fresh. Also they have huge pitchers of margaritas for 25 dollars which is a steal especially since they are strong. The service is a little lackluster but the prices and quality make up for that.
(4)Gina J.
I have been twice in the past month. Both times I have found the place to be super clean, very friendly, and with fast service. My meals each time were really good. Chimichanga and Fajitas. The rice and beans were seasoned well, and the meats were tender and flavorful. I am still unsure if this is a true chain or a popular name. I tend to not care for chain restaurants as they have less autonomy in their cooking. This tastes like my aunties food, not pre-packaged. Def recommend going! Still need to try dinner service, both times I went during lunch. And yes, even lunch portions are big.
(4)Amy C.
No waiting and plenty of parking available on a Friday for lunch. Thoughtful restoration of this Mexican restaurant. Enjoyable music brings out the textures of iron, brick, stone, and thick wood beam decor. The wait staff was bilingual and very attentive to the details of extra napkins, waters, and the timeliness of the check. Regretfully the burrito and carne Assad were only okay. The meals lack freshness from a pico de gallo and black or pinto beans. I did enjoy the lemons and limes with my water.
(2)Harry S.
Out to dinner with my family. The server brought the wrong order and was not helpful with resolving the mistake. The hostess was just as unhelpful. Will never return.
(1)John M.
Had lunch with friends. Thought I took advantage of a lunch special. Disappointed is an understatement. I'm not a connoisseur of Mexican food, but thanks to other chains, I always thought a burrito was a tortilla wrapped around a choice of meat, beans, rice with maybe lettuce and/or salsa or something all wrapped up in a tubular shape. This was a tortilla around seasoned meat, with unappetizing beans on the side, and some form of rice, also on the side. Price was really reasonable as well. after one bite, I really should have sent it back, it was the single-most salty piece of food I think I ever put in my mouth. I ate it anyway, mostly because I was hungry, and thanks to a full house, food took longer to get than expected. the after effects were another thing completely. Hours later, I'm still feeling it.Sorry, I won't be back anytime soon
(1)Brendan M.
Been there 3x now. The place is ok, not great. Its more like American Mexican food than traditional mexican cuisine. The only reason to go really is for their cheap lunch specials. If you want real mexican food go to la morena in hatboro.
(3)Marcia O.
Service was slow! Food was bland. Would be a plus if the waiter understood us & vice versa. The chips were good but the salsa was more like soup. I will stick to Chipotle or Mad Mex for my burrito fix.
(1)Stevie R.
Good news first, service is decent and the margaritas have a real kick to them (wouldn't recommend more than 24 ounces of driving). Bad news? Well it's a restaurant and the food is no good, the "beef" taco tasted like a tilapia taco, very bland quesadillas..........But the cheese dip is good.
(2)Melissa S.
If you have ever been to Las Margaritas in NE Philly or Southampton, then you know exactly what to expect. Not all traditional mexican food, but more of an American-comfort food take on the food plus the few authentic dishes. The portions are big, the food is filling, the menu has MANY options for all types of choices. Instead of nachos, where the chips get soggy, try the cheese or bean dip- delicious!! The make your own combos are my favorite and come with rice and beans. You can have guacamole made fresh at your table, which is fabulous! The happy hour special at the bar is great- $2.99 margaritas (which are delicious). My family and I have been a few times and we had great service and wonderful food (with leftovers) both times. I wish parking was better, but the garage across at the hospital or showing up outside of popular dinner hours will get you a parking spot.
(5)Teresa N.
Worst Mexican food I've ever had. However, it's the only Mexican food I've ever tried outside of California and Mexico, so maybe it's simply the standard for this area... I came on a Saturday night during their opening weekend so I expected service to be slow. The food, however, was inexcusably bad. Chicken and beef were bland. The sauce they smother all over their burritos was too salty. The salsa tasted like it came from a store-bought jar. I also didn't like that there were fees associated with everything. Something as simple as splitting a plate was an extra $5 fee. On the plus side, there's a bar and TVs to keep you occupied as you wait for what seems like eternity for a table to open up. I'm willing to give this place 2 stars instead of 1 since it's new and perhaps still working things out.
(2)Chalie K.
Very good, I had the ground beef burrito, and everything is fresh and very good, strong margaritas and friendly staff, worth a visit.
(5)Jess D.
We were here last week for dinner. 7 of us, a 5 year old, and a 2 year old. The food was fantastic! Margaritas were great. Parking sucks. Had to park across the street, but it didn't put a damper on our night. Thank god we made reservations because you could barely make it in the door to wait. Everyone loved their food. Definitely will be back.
(4)Daniel K.
I am thrilled to finally have a go-to place for good Mexican in Abington. Just had dinner here with my family, and we all enjoyed it tremendously. I had a beef burrito which came with rice and refried beans, and a beef taco. My wife had chicken quesadillas and fresh tableside guacamole. We both had margaritas. My daughter had chicken tacos. We were all thoroughly satisfied with the food and service. I frequent several Mexican establishments in Norristown who cater primarily to other Mexicans, so their authenticity goes without saying. Senor Salsa is pretty close to the real deal, with only slight tailoring to American tastes. Really the flavors here are just a bit more intense than you would experience at a place like El Primo in Norristown. The Abington ER staff across the street orders from here every day, so what does that tell you? We will most definitely be back.
(5)Veronica V.
It's ok not much to say, the decor is nice, food is ok I have had better. Service not the greatest
(2)W L.
Food was ok Waitress was disorganized probably because the place is new Was charged for extra salsa with the chips which was unusual in a Mexican restaurant
(2)Mom 2.
Like another reviewer here, I grew up eating authentic Mexican food...Southern California and frequent trips into Mexico. This is, by far, the worst Mexican food I've ever eaten. The Huevos Rancheros were like eating a sponge, smothered in salty, jarred sauce. The beans were almost fluffy in texture and the only taste was of salt. How do you mess up rice and beans? I just got home from eating there and I'm seriously hoping it stays down. I'm guessing they want you to order a lot of drinks but we weren't drinking. I will say the decor is awesome and, walking through the door, you get the feeling it is going to be authentic. If you're looking for authentic Mexican, keep looking.
(1)Ashley M.
The staff was rude and unprofessional. We waited for a seat for three when the restaurant was not full for 30mins. Then when we approached the hostess about wait time she said "oh yeah your seat is ready". We sat and reviewed the menu that states they will charge you "extra"if you share anything. Our waitress brought us chips and was Mia for a while. A group of six come in, they are immediately seated,and our waitress tends to them twice and takes their orders before even returning with our drinks and taking our order. The couple sitting next to us hadn't even had their order taken and they were seated before us. Needless to say we asked for the check and left. Never to return.
(1)Anthony V.
Great place family run the Queaso dip rocks the crab Quesadilla rocks melts in your mouth and the best refried beans I ever had and I don't really like refried beans definitely worth a visit
(5)Nancy R.
Bad food and very cramped. They tried to throw in as many tables as possible even though the waiters couldn't get to our table without having other clientele get out of their chairs. The food was terrible- cheap cheese, lousy sauces. We were so looking forward to having a good Mexican restaurant near us so we could not wait to try it out. They need to really take a look at using better ingredients if they intend to stay open. I will stick with Tex Mex Connection, El Vez, and El Rey. This is very disappointing.
(1)Craig C.
We were there on 1/24/2015. Its ashame. This place should be good. Food is good. Prices are good. Service, however, was terrible. First, the hostesses did not know how to handle a larger party of 10. Then, server hands me a hot plate of nachos, and I burnt my hand. His response was "I told you they were hot." Next, after waiting over 45 minutes for our entrees, I ask the waiter where our food was. He was quite flippant. When the food finally comes out, one order was wrong and one was ice cold. Hopefully they are working the bugs out, but after the poor service we received it will be hard to go back.
(2)Meryl G.
I'm not big on Mexican, but I really love Senor Salsa. They just opened recently across from Abington Hospital. I've been there twice so far. I've only had the pork chops (they're marinated) and it comes with rice and beans. It's all really good. My friend gets the chicken fajitas which are half price on Mondays and Tuesdays. Their frozen and non-frozen marguerites are also good. For your birthday they put a sombrero on you, give you a nice sized dish of complimentary fried ice cream and gather around singing Happy Birthday. The food portions are also large. The staff is very efficient and friendly, and the manager seems very nice. When you first arrive they give you a basket of tortilla chips and salsa which are good, but if you want more they charge as stated on the menu. That's a little unusual. Not much parking, but you can take a chance after hours and park next door.
(5)Maya J.
I decided to give Senor Salsa a try on a Friday night with a few friends... Bad idea. No drink specials. Overpriced food. Disappointing service! The bartender there(didn't catch her name) needs a total attitude adjustment. My food arrived with toppings not included in the description and when I brought it to there attention they were not helpful. Also, a side of sour cream is $2.00! I would not come back, and I would never recommend to anyone.
(2)C B.
So when the waiter came with my food I guess I wasn't paying attention. He tapped my plate of food on the table and yelled HELLO! Food was average, service sucked. I got the crab tacos. They were edible. The margarita was what I expected. Shame about the waiter.
(1)Patrick M.
Went with family and looked forward to finally having new restaurant to eat at in Abington. I figured the long wait, but not the small waiting area. What really upset us was that my son, who is a picky eater, went out of his way to ask the waitress if the steak burrito had onions and peppers in it and she said no. When he got his burrito it was filled with onions and peppers. We called the waitress over to show her that it had the onions and peppers and she refused to take it back and make a new burrito. The poor kid was so upset that he couldn't eat that he just sat there and asked if we can stop at Wawa on the way home. Waitress was not nice about it. Food was just ok, but waitress alone got this restaurant one star. I am tired of paying high prices at these local restaurants and getting horrible service. That is why I am leaving reviews on Yelp. Maybe these restaurants will start caring about serving good food and good service and not just making money.
(1)James E.
the food was the worst we ever had...it was cold...not a sizzle...$29.99 was not worth it. the customer service was below average. i still paid for cold food. please...read all review before you choose...
(1)Anonymous A.
The food here is excellent. Salsa needs a bit more flavor, but otherwise the salmon burrito, fish tacos, etc are hands down the best in the area. There's only two reasons this restaurant missed a 5th star--they need more waiters to improve speed and friendliness of service....and customers should never be made to wait for the owner's family's incessant requests. Our hostess 'seated' us at a table next to the owner's family. The waiter was blocking my entry to the table. I stood and waited for him to finish speaking, so as not to interrupt what I thought were other guests initially. After a few minutes I said excuse me and asked to get to my seat. The whole time the owner's family was looking at me standing there and said nothing. Then, every few minutes, they called the waiter over to bring a new dish or a different beverage, and if it took too long they loudly complained (loudly enough that we quickly learned they were not just 'guests'.) Restaurant patrons should not hear owners' families complaining about their own restaurant!!! Our waiter was so flustered by their demands, that it slowed up our service and that of the surrounding tables. At the end of our meal, the owner himself did ask how the food was, which we appreciated. And honestly it was superb mexican food (ESP the tableside guac), but the waiters need better training and the owner's family really needs to tone it down when they eat there.
(4)Mom 2.
Like another reviewer here, I grew up eating authentic Mexican food...Southern California and frequent trips into Mexico. This is, by far, the worst Mexican food I've ever eaten. The Huevos Rancheros were like eating a sponge, smothered in salty, jarred sauce. The beans were almost fluffy in texture and the only taste was of salt. How do you mess up rice and beans? I just got home from eating there and I'm seriously hoping it stays down. I'm guessing they want you to order a lot of drinks but we weren't drinking. I will say the decor is awesome and, walking through the door, you get the feeling it is going to be authentic. If you're looking for authentic Mexican, keep looking.
(1)Ashley M.
The staff was rude and unprofessional. We waited for a seat for three when the restaurant was not full for 30mins. Then when we approached the hostess about wait time she said "oh yeah your seat is ready". We sat and reviewed the menu that states they will charge you "extra"if you share anything. Our waitress brought us chips and was Mia for a while. A group of six come in, they are immediately seated,and our waitress tends to them twice and takes their orders before even returning with our drinks and taking our order. The couple sitting next to us hadn't even had their order taken and they were seated before us. Needless to say we asked for the check and left. Never to return.
(1)Anthony V.
Great place family run the Queaso dip rocks the crab Quesadilla rocks melts in your mouth and the best refried beans I ever had and I don't really like refried beans definitely worth a visit
(5)Nancy R.
Bad food and very cramped. They tried to throw in as many tables as possible even though the waiters couldn't get to our table without having other clientele get out of their chairs. The food was terrible- cheap cheese, lousy sauces. We were so looking forward to having a good Mexican restaurant near us so we could not wait to try it out. They need to really take a look at using better ingredients if they intend to stay open. I will stick with Tex Mex Connection, El Vez, and El Rey. This is very disappointing.
(1)Craig C.
We were there on 1/24/2015. Its ashame. This place should be good. Food is good. Prices are good. Service, however, was terrible. First, the hostesses did not know how to handle a larger party of 10. Then, server hands me a hot plate of nachos, and I burnt my hand. His response was "I told you they were hot." Next, after waiting over 45 minutes for our entrees, I ask the waiter where our food was. He was quite flippant. When the food finally comes out, one order was wrong and one was ice cold. Hopefully they are working the bugs out, but after the poor service we received it will be hard to go back.
(2)Maya J.
I decided to give Senor Salsa a try on a Friday night with a few friends... Bad idea. No drink specials. Overpriced food. Disappointing service! The bartender there(didn't catch her name) needs a total attitude adjustment. My food arrived with toppings not included in the description and when I brought it to there attention they were not helpful. Also, a side of sour cream is $2.00! I would not come back, and I would never recommend to anyone.
(2)Meryl G.
I'm not big on Mexican, but I really love Senor Salsa. They just opened recently across from Abington Hospital. I've been there twice so far. I've only had the pork chops (they're marinated) and it comes with rice and beans. It's all really good. My friend gets the chicken fajitas which are half price on Mondays and Tuesdays. Their frozen and non-frozen marguerites are also good. For your birthday they put a sombrero on you, give you a nice sized dish of complimentary fried ice cream and gather around singing Happy Birthday. The food portions are also large. The staff is very efficient and friendly, and the manager seems very nice. When you first arrive they give you a basket of tortilla chips and salsa which are good, but if you want more they charge as stated on the menu. That's a little unusual. Not much parking, but you can take a chance after hours and park next door.
(5)C B.
So when the waiter came with my food I guess I wasn't paying attention. He tapped my plate of food on the table and yelled HELLO! Food was average, service sucked. I got the crab tacos. They were edible. The margarita was what I expected. Shame about the waiter.
(1)Patrick M.
Went with family and looked forward to finally having new restaurant to eat at in Abington. I figured the long wait, but not the small waiting area. What really upset us was that my son, who is a picky eater, went out of his way to ask the waitress if the steak burrito had onions and peppers in it and she said no. When he got his burrito it was filled with onions and peppers. We called the waitress over to show her that it had the onions and peppers and she refused to take it back and make a new burrito. The poor kid was so upset that he couldn't eat that he just sat there and asked if we can stop at Wawa on the way home. Waitress was not nice about it. Food was just ok, but waitress alone got this restaurant one star. I am tired of paying high prices at these local restaurants and getting horrible service. That is why I am leaving reviews on Yelp. Maybe these restaurants will start caring about serving good food and good service and not just making money.
(1)James E.
the food was the worst we ever had...it was cold...not a sizzle...$29.99 was not worth it. the customer service was below average. i still paid for cold food. please...read all review before you choose...
(1)Anonymous A.
The food here is excellent. Salsa needs a bit more flavor, but otherwise the salmon burrito, fish tacos, etc are hands down the best in the area. There's only two reasons this restaurant missed a 5th star--they need more waiters to improve speed and friendliness of service....and customers should never be made to wait for the owner's family's incessant requests. Our hostess 'seated' us at a table next to the owner's family. The waiter was blocking my entry to the table. I stood and waited for him to finish speaking, so as not to interrupt what I thought were other guests initially. After a few minutes I said excuse me and asked to get to my seat. The whole time the owner's family was looking at me standing there and said nothing. Then, every few minutes, they called the waiter over to bring a new dish or a different beverage, and if it took too long they loudly complained (loudly enough that we quickly learned they were not just 'guests'.) Restaurant patrons should not hear owners' families complaining about their own restaurant!!! Our waiter was so flustered by their demands, that it slowed up our service and that of the surrounding tables. At the end of our meal, the owner himself did ask how the food was, which we appreciated. And honestly it was superb mexican food (ESP the tableside guac), but the waiters need better training and the owner's family really needs to tone it down when they eat there.
(4)Grace M.
I really enjoyed the food and drinks very much, but my second time coming here I had a really terrible experience with the service, so much so that I will not be returning. My boyfriend and I came for happy hour about a week ago. I am a vegetarian, so I take extra time to really emphasize when ordering to make sure there's no meat in the dish. Our waitress was kind of brusque with us in the beginning, but I gave her the benefit of the doubt because the restaraunt was busy. We ordered loaded nachos with NO meat, saying it probably four times to make sure. When they came out, they had beef and chicken on it. No big deal, just tell her we ordered it with no meat. The waitress literally YELLED at us, said extremely rudely that we did not specify no meat, and when I said politely that we did she got very hostile and actually stormed away. When she brought it back she threw the plate on the table so loudly it clanged and stormed off again. The rest of the time she glared at us. When she brought the bill she did not include the happy hour discount for the margaritas, but her hostility was so upsetting that we didn't want to take it up with her so we just left. We are very good tippers and have both worked in customer service, and one can be sure we would never be rude or hostile to a waiter. It was a very strange reaction and I have an uneasy feeling she may have spit in our food. Very, very bad experience. 2 stars for yummy food, sucks we'll never be back.
(2)Hal C.
We came here on a Saturday night around 7, and the parking lot was packed; so was the restaurant. This was my first time here, although I used to live in this area several years ago and it was a seafood restaurant called "InFlight" at that time. They were rarely busy when I went in back then. Jump to last night... First of all, let me just say that after living in California for 28 years, this was the best Mexican restaurant I've found that's comparable to what I was used to. As I said, the place was packed. We found an empty table by the bar and ordered frozen margaritas while waiting to be seated in the dining room. The wait was about 30 minutes. Not bad considering. Meanwhile, the margaritas were spot on. Had a pleasant buzz by the time we were escorted to the table. Within a few minutes, a busser arrived with nice warm chips and salsa. The chips are made in-house and served with salsa. Each table has four bottles of hot sauce (mild, medium, chipotle and habanero) in case you want to adjust the heat. Our waitress, Janine came to the table within 5 minutes and for the entire time we were there, she was pretty attentive and brought everything we ordered in a timely manner. WHAT WE ORDERED. Okay, so we started off with a side of guacamole and some more chips. Several minutes later, a man (I'll call him the Guac Guy) came over with a tray consisting of two fresh avocados, a several ramekins, each with fresh fixins for the guacamole, a mortar and pestle, and a tip jar... Don't worry, we took care of him ;-) For the main course, my dining companion ordered fish tacos, and I ordered a Combo consisting of a hard-shell beef taco and chicken enchilada. Both meals came with rice and refried beans. Everything was delivered hot, in a timely manner... and delicious. All of it. There was plenty of guacamole to dip the chips and still have enough to add to the entrees. We were both too full to try out any of the deserts, so I'll have to review desert next time. Oh, and there will DEFINITELY be a next time. THE AMBIANCE The interior of the place was like being transported to Mexico. The lighting was just right, not too dim, not too bright, with soft red and blue colored lights. Fully stocked bar, HD TVs in the bar area, Lots of people, all age groups represented. Friendly staff. The room is festively decorated with pictures and sculptures of Mexican themed objects such as a giant mortar and pestle filled with guacamole, a 3-D rendering of bulls that appear to be charging through the wall and, behind our table, a big picture window over a brick ledge with a sculpture of Atlas, who appears to be supporting the ledge on his shoulders. OVERALL Overall, it was a perfect evening and a perfect meal. I can't wait to go back and do it again! IN CLOSING... I'm a bit confused by the negative reviews here. Perhaps the experience at Señor Salsa is inconsistent from one visit to the next. I don't know, yet - so I'll revisit this restaurant again (and again), and post an update at some point in the future. But for now, this is my review and I'm sticking' to it!
(5)Andrea m g.
Fun new restaurant that will keep your eyes busy looking in each room for interesting items.Look up on part of the ceiling and see Jalapenos embedded in the stucco.Very cool and creative. The service was fast and friendly. Great table side fresh made Guacamole. I enjoyed the tomatillo salsa the best of the salsas offered (It's hot) but I still prefer the other location this company owns called Las Margaritas in Southampton PA on Second Street Pike and Street rd. You can not beat the food or the wonderful waitstaff at the Southampton location. It just is a bit better in my opinion. This restaurant(Senor Salsa) is still a jewel in the crown of a company that is bringing upscale Mexican to this area. Worth a look see if you are in the area.
(4)Brenda Y.
I LOVE Mexican food and what this restaurant serves is absolutely delicious. I will be a frequent guest and would highly recommend it to my friends. Here is a tip. Try the refried beans. To die for.
(5)Barbara M.
Yuck!!!! I would give 0 stars if the app would let me. Service terrible; food was subpar; margarita was disgusting.
(1)Jane H.
My new favorite place. Food is always consistently good and the wait staff attentive
(5)Cole E.
Things to know: 1.Chips and salsa are not free after the first serving. (yes, I feel the same way too.) 2. They have a 5 dollar fee if you want to split or share a plate (its written on every page of the menu) 3.They won't "split" your check, but they'll split the check...Maybe they're trying to save receipt paper I'm not sure. All I know is they will not bring out receipts for each person, merely tell you the totals. weird and dumb. Food: Salsa is okay, chips are good as long as they come out hot. I had the California tacos. I was expecting small flour tortillas, but instead received two giant tacos made with fajita tortillas. Chicken and corn, not impressed with quality. They skimped on the guac in the guacamole salad and somehow think cumbers are appropriate garnish for beans and spanish rice. Last and worst of all:: This place claims to be authentic . I ordered the flan, love me some flan. Not only was the flan terrible- probably frozen and thawed crap that didn't even taste like custard or caramel, THEY FLOODED IT WITH HERSHEYS SYRUP AND WHIPPED CREAM!!! Flan... WTF I won't go back here and I don't recommend it for more than appetizers and margaritas or mojitos with the ladies. Better off risking the asswrecking of the chipotle down the street. That being said, our server was nice and I hope she finds some place better to work.
(1)Ashley S.
Where do I start. The food is not even at the level of one star. First off what kind of mexican place does not give free chips and salsa???? Ok so to the food, it all tastes the same and is pre made or frozen just tossed in a fryer. The best part of the meal was when the waiter brought out the food. My order was incorrect and the waiter argued with me and refused to take the dish back until I called the manager over. Service and food is absolute garbage. Do not waster your money or time. Go to Adobe cafe if you want mexican. PLEASE do not GO!!!!!
(1)Glenda C.
1st time here and so far I like ! Coconut margarita yumm!! They made my guacamole at my table ( I love guacamole ) . It's a very laid vac cool place with good Spanish music. Salsa was playing almost the whole time was there. Food was good nothing spectacular to me but my date thought it was amazing. He had the steak, chicken, shrimp and scallops fajitas. Ok I admitted they were good. Will definitely go back again
(4)Renee S.
Portion size was large, food was tasty, service was friendly and quick. Atmosphere is authentic looking and the music is as well. Highly recommend this place.
(4)Nicole R.
I ate here with my boyfriend last Saturday. We both enjoyed it. We started off with large house margaritas...he got strawberry, I got Mango. They were both delicious, and there was a good amount for the price of $9. We split an app-Nachos w/ pico. All of their nachos come with cheese, and you can choose other toppings as well. I wish more topping came on them standard. If you want to add sour cream, that's more, guac is $2 more etc. So our nachos were just pico & american cheese. We both got 2 burritos for our entrees. I got chicken, and he got beef. They forgot the re-fried bean on his, but he still enjoyed it. I enjoyed mine as well. They have a TON of selections for entrees including dinner combos which allow you to try one burrito, one taco, enchilada, etc. One complaint (as someone mentioned below) is that they nickle and dime you for everything. most of the dishes don't come with that many-or any-toppings. At Mad Mex, I normally get fajitas- which come with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, guac, shredded cheese, rice, and salsa. Here, fajitas only come with sour cream, tomatoes, and one other topping I believe...all of the rest cost extra, which can add up quickly. If you want a refill on the complimentary chips and salsa, that costs extra too. The checks are hand written, and not itemized,which is a little weird. Our total was $56( before tip). with a 20% tip, our total came to $67. That is VERY expensive compare to other local places. The bar area is small, but there is a large TV you can watch. The booths are comfy as well. Overall, I would eat here again, especially for the margaritas, and to get an appetizer (not to share one, because apparently they charge you $5 to share it). As far as entrees go, I think Mad Mex has better food, better prices (if you like having all the toppings like I do), and more beer selections. Better yet, check out Plaza Azteca in Plymouth Meeting...it's a little bit of a drive, but the food is great, chips & salsa are unlimited, and they won't charge you for lettuce!
(2)Jess C.
The food was awful. I didn't even eat my shrimp burrito. My boyfriend got a beef burrito and a hard taco and both were extremely sub par and borderline just bad. Everything lacked flavor and just lacked love. We also got the pitcher of horchata but it had way too much cinnamon and it ruined it. The place was packed so my boyfriend and I were confused as to why... But we decided it was probably because the people there get drunk on the margaritas so they can hardly taste their food.
(1)Shannon O.
Great, affordable Mexican restaurant with friendly service. We ate here for the first time last night with our kids and thoroughly enjoyed it. I ordered the Carnitas on recommendation of the waiter and it was delicious! Far too much for me to even finish. Lots of good options on the kids menu. Best Mexican food in the area for sure.
(4)Lorri K.
I've been here several times! Excellent margaritas and great food! You get quite a bit for what you pay. The happy hour prices are good too. I highly recommend the queso cheese dip and chips.
(5)Florentino C.
I have been to this restaurant at least 5 times and each time it was on a Saturday, well maybe once or twice on a Friday. That being said it's a Great place even if your just sitting at the bar. Speaking of bar, if your there make sure it's Jackie at the bar she is their best bar tender. Me and my wife always eat and drink at the bar. At the bar you can only sit maybe 8 at the most ( so yes small bar ) but another 6-8 at the small tables n chairs in front of the bar. Jackie always starts of us with nachos and dip and we go straight in to our drinks. We always order the Texana platter? Which is shrimp steak onions and green peppers chicken rice and chorizo with re fried beans with 3 soft shells with guac and other sides. We order for one because it's enough for the two of us. This dish with 4 drinks and a side plate of re fried beans with her tip comes out to $55? The food is always excellent with good flavor, the chicken seasoned and the shrimp grilled pretty good. We always arrive either before the dinner crowd or after, NEVER with the dinner crown so take the advice or just sit at the bar with Jackie. Always plenty of parking and always a smile. NO I do not work there just enjoy a good restaurant so I thought I would share.
(4)Gloss G.
Pros- decor, ample seating throughout the restaurant, friendly servers, strong margaritas. Food arrived hot and fresh. Cons- overcrowded seating arrangements, long wait for actual food. Under Seasoned food. Like really not much salt or herbs, spices, nada. Everything on my plate literally tasted the same. Overall I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone with taste buds.
(2)Howard B.
Mexican food should be three things...Simple, Flavorful, Cheap. Senor Salsa misses the mark each time. The simple review is this: I realize that Mexican food is in short supply in the area. You should cook it yourself or travel out a bit further to enjoy it. If you enjoy margaritas and beer more than food, then down a few, get your buzz on, and chow down. Senor Salsa is not good Mexican food, and honestly it just barely reaches the decent mark for food of any genre. Now for the part where I rant a bit: If you've read my other reviews, you will know that I spent many years living in Texas, where Tex-Mex and authentic Mexican food have deep roots. I'm spoiled, I know. In the spirit of equality I try not to use my Texas experience as a measuring stick for other Mexican food around the country. Some places will have better, and some places worse. This place is just silly. You and your friends devour that first basket of chips 'n' salsa? Expect to pay for the second round, only the first is free. Did you ever pay for lettuce? it's .50 on this menu. Want to share your giant burritos? Expect to pay $5 as a sharing fee (it's plastered all over the menu) Expecting rice AND refried beans on your plate? Prepare for disappointment. Want Fajitas? You won't be eating them with your friends, since they take 25-30 min to prepare (as per the menu). Parking is tough, its a small lot. People are flocking here. I went on a thurs night at 6:15 and it was packed. I certainly understand the reason. The area lacks much in the way of Mexican food options, and instead of waiting at Mad Mex they are coming here. It's a shame when we will lower ourselves to eat the lesser of two evils.
(1)Robert B.
My family of three visited this establishment. And being new, I suspect they are still figuring out some kinks. There is no longer a joke in Abington with this building. They had been prepping this place for so long , it was a joke. Where should we meet? "Senor Salsa," proceeded by chuckles. First, the decor is festive. Some hand painted murals on the walls. Overall nice appearance. The chips and salsa came out quickly. Pretty standard Mexican restaurant food. Nothing special about either, very typical. The menu is extensive and overwhelming there are so many different choices. My son went for his standard eating out, "Mac and Cheese." I ordered a two part combo of a hard taco and taquito. I really liked the Taco. It was flavorful. And the tortilla was excellent. I should have ordered more was my thought. The taquito, I was not a big fan of. It lacked flavor. Maybe I should have saved some of the lettuce and cheese on the side of the plate for it. But, it was just enough for the Taco. For some reason, they brought the beans and rice on a side plate. Almost like they forgot to put it on the plate in the first place. They did that to a table next to us as well. My wife had some kind of shrimp enchilada. It was a good portion size. She had a full plate of lettuce, guacamole, cheese and sour cream to go with it. I should have taken some for my flavorless taquito. So, one major issue with the night. The length of time for us to get our food. We waited a long time. The waiter told us twice it will come soon. We have no idea why our table took so long. The table next to us which came after us, with more people got their food a lot faster. With such a long wait we should have had a comp. for dessert or something. Granted this place is packed and completely full. But, there should be some kind of apology and explanation. We did order dessert. It came back to us quickly. The standard fried ice cream. And it was delicious. I will return to this restaurant in the future. It is decent enough and not expensive. Once the crowds settle down it hopefully will be better. As explained in other reviews, the parking lot is small. The entrance if you have to wait is small. Not enough room for people to stand as they wait for a table to open up. It is also confusing, they have a cash register and slightly behind it a hostess booth. Everyone coming in stops at the register to check in, before being told to go to the hostess booth.
(3)Thiago S.
Great environment, delicious steaks. Even though staff seemed a bit untrained, it was a good experience. It felt like I was in Mexico after all
(4)Terrence J.
Good food and service they make good strong margaritas and great atmosphere feel like I'm in Mexico
(5)Ja S.
Went for opening week. I am Hispanic and am familiar with Mexican food, but what I got at Señor Salsa was tasteless rice which was undercooked, shredded lettuce inside the rice and shrimp that was not fresh, it was the frozen already cooked one. And for the kids meal, the burger was dried out and we didn't get a bun for it. I would rather get TV dinner than come back here! Yuck!
(1)Art A.
Just tried the tacos at the Willow Grove Carnival, they were better. Again if you want top notch, this place is close but if the carnival taco tastes better, you might want to try somewhere else.
(2)Pete F.
I really really wanted to love this place. My meat is always burnt and they have never correctly filled my order. The owner seems annoyed when I check my take out order and find that items are missing. We would probably go here three times a week if it was better. Now we prefer Mad Mex; because they are consistent, friendly, and above all, get our orders right. After all, that is the first step of running a successful restaurant, right? Señor Salsa is a roll of the dice. Make sure (if you are taking food out) that you thoroughly check your order before you go out the front door.
(1)Caryn L.
Great food. A little pricey and the place was loud and crowded, but we will definitely be coming back. Amazing margaritas!
(4)Trey F.
Amazing! I ordered the Shrimp Burrito and it was excellent. The staff doesn't forget about you and are very friendly. The atmosphere is great! Definitely worth a visit
(5)Karen E.
I went to the restaurant Saturday June 13, 2015 and the service was GREAT. I had the grilled chicken breast, yellow rice and black beans, that was prepared in a side dish. The cocktails are EXCELLENT. The environment is comfortable.
(5)Alison S.
I have to say that after reading the reviews, I was skeptical about this place. I was pleasantly surprised with what I found. It was mobbed so we actually found a seat a the bar and decided to eat there. The bar tender was awesome. I asked her margarita suggestion and received an rather amazing Texas Margarita. We then received a bowl of HOT chips and cold salsa (which I doctored up with habanero hot sauce). The cheese dip was Meh but its not my thing anyway. My husband was not a huge fan, but it was ok. I then ordered the scallop, shrimp and crabmeat fajitas. OMG. Enough food for at least three meals. I ordered it extra spicy. The scallops were perfect, the crabmeat was terrific. The shrimp was a little over cooked, but not so much that I was unhappy about the meal. The rice and refried beans were very good. Pico di gallo and guacamole were great but there was not enough of either. All in all, I enjoyed my meal and will be returning, but maybe on a night that's not so crowded!
(4)Erika C.
I really enjoy their atmosphere. Great food the chicken nachos are amazing. I also enjoy their margaritas and they are an awesome price of $2.99 during happy hour..
(4)Dottie G.
Me and my daughter went on Saturday for lunch. Been waiting for it to open for awhile now. But it was worth the wait. Prices are good and portions are perfect. Service was friendly and i would recommend. Will def go back to try dinner. Finally an authentic mexican restaurant.
(4)Gary D.
We recently went there for dinner. The chile relleno were undone and the cheese was horrible. Worst of all the management never responded to my direct email. I wish them well.
(2)Sarah B.
Solid Mexican place. Have been twice now. The food is tasty, and fresh. Also they have huge pitchers of margaritas for 25 dollars which is a steal especially since they are strong. The service is a little lackluster but the prices and quality make up for that.
(4)Hal C.
We came here on a Saturday night around 7, and the parking lot was packed; so was the restaurant. This was my first time here, although I used to live in this area several years ago and it was a seafood restaurant called "InFlight" at that time. They were rarely busy when I went in back then. Jump to last night... First of all, let me just say that after living in California for 28 years, this was the best Mexican restaurant I've found that's comparable to what I was used to. As I said, the place was packed. We found an empty table by the bar and ordered frozen margaritas while waiting to be seated in the dining room. The wait was about 30 minutes. Not bad considering. Meanwhile, the margaritas were spot on. Had a pleasant buzz by the time we were escorted to the table. Within a few minutes, a busser arrived with nice warm chips and salsa. The chips are made in-house and served with salsa. Each table has four bottles of hot sauce (mild, medium, chipotle and habanero) in case you want to adjust the heat. Our waitress, Janine came to the table within 5 minutes and for the entire time we were there, she was pretty attentive and brought everything we ordered in a timely manner. WHAT WE ORDERED. Okay, so we started off with a side of guacamole and some more chips. Several minutes later, a man (I'll call him the Guac Guy) came over with a tray consisting of two fresh avocados, a several ramekins, each with fresh fixins for the guacamole, a mortar and pestle, and a tip jar... Don't worry, we took care of him ;-) For the main course, my dining companion ordered fish tacos, and I ordered a Combo consisting of a hard-shell beef taco and chicken enchilada. Both meals came with rice and refried beans. Everything was delivered hot, in a timely manner... and delicious. All of it. There was plenty of guacamole to dip the chips and still have enough to add to the entrees. We were both too full to try out any of the deserts, so I'll have to review desert next time. Oh, and there will DEFINITELY be a next time. THE AMBIANCE The interior of the place was like being transported to Mexico. The lighting was just right, not too dim, not too bright, with soft red and blue colored lights. Fully stocked bar, HD TVs in the bar area, Lots of people, all age groups represented. Friendly staff. The room is festively decorated with pictures and sculptures of Mexican themed objects such as a giant mortar and pestle filled with guacamole, a 3-D rendering of bulls that appear to be charging through the wall and, behind our table, a big picture window over a brick ledge with a sculpture of Atlas, who appears to be supporting the ledge on his shoulders. OVERALL Overall, it was a perfect evening and a perfect meal. I can't wait to go back and do it again! IN CLOSING... I'm a bit confused by the negative reviews here. Perhaps the experience at Señor Salsa is inconsistent from one visit to the next. I don't know, yet - so I'll revisit this restaurant again (and again), and post an update at some point in the future. But for now, this is my review and I'm sticking' to it!
(5)Glenda C.
1st time here and so far I like ! Coconut margarita yumm!! They made my guacamole at my table ( I love guacamole ) . It's a very laid vac cool place with good Spanish music. Salsa was playing almost the whole time was there. Food was good nothing spectacular to me but my date thought it was amazing. He had the steak, chicken, shrimp and scallops fajitas. Ok I admitted they were good. Will definitely go back again
(4)Renee S.
Portion size was large, food was tasty, service was friendly and quick. Atmosphere is authentic looking and the music is as well. Highly recommend this place.
(4)Grace M.
I really enjoyed the food and drinks very much, but my second time coming here I had a really terrible experience with the service, so much so that I will not be returning. My boyfriend and I came for happy hour about a week ago. I am a vegetarian, so I take extra time to really emphasize when ordering to make sure there's no meat in the dish. Our waitress was kind of brusque with us in the beginning, but I gave her the benefit of the doubt because the restaraunt was busy. We ordered loaded nachos with NO meat, saying it probably four times to make sure. When they came out, they had beef and chicken on it. No big deal, just tell her we ordered it with no meat. The waitress literally YELLED at us, said extremely rudely that we did not specify no meat, and when I said politely that we did she got very hostile and actually stormed away. When she brought it back she threw the plate on the table so loudly it clanged and stormed off again. The rest of the time she glared at us. When she brought the bill she did not include the happy hour discount for the margaritas, but her hostility was so upsetting that we didn't want to take it up with her so we just left. We are very good tippers and have both worked in customer service, and one can be sure we would never be rude or hostile to a waiter. It was a very strange reaction and I have an uneasy feeling she may have spit in our food. Very, very bad experience. 2 stars for yummy food, sucks we'll never be back.
(2)Andrea m g.
Fun new restaurant that will keep your eyes busy looking in each room for interesting items.Look up on part of the ceiling and see Jalapenos embedded in the stucco.Very cool and creative. The service was fast and friendly. Great table side fresh made Guacamole. I enjoyed the tomatillo salsa the best of the salsas offered (It's hot) but I still prefer the other location this company owns called Las Margaritas in Southampton PA on Second Street Pike and Street rd. You can not beat the food or the wonderful waitstaff at the Southampton location. It just is a bit better in my opinion. This restaurant(Senor Salsa) is still a jewel in the crown of a company that is bringing upscale Mexican to this area. Worth a look see if you are in the area.
(4)Chris C.
Good, that's it, just good. There were so many highs and lows to this place that 3 seems to fit. The ambiance and decor had that nice cantina look, very authentic feeling. The lighting was low, which was romantic, but made reading the expansive menu very hard. The highs-the chips tasted fresh made, nice crunch and warmth. The tamale was great, very close to the ones I had in my trips to Arizona. I feel the prices were just right. Middling- the salsa did not taste fresh, came from a jar. A good jar but still a jar. The toppings were very fresh, especially in the taco. But there was no real flavor to it, nor the burrito or the chimichangas the wife had. Just nothing there. My chili releno was awful, greasy breading falling loose. It was so dark it took me 3 bites to say that was a stuffed chili. Overall, just the right price, filling. Better then a chain Mexican stop but not a need to run back.
(3)Jessica N.
Delicious! Bailey's coffee is perfect! Nachos are the best I've had in years. I got the buro DE casa - amazing My fiance got the pollo churi (spelling?) - flipping wonderful! And he is pretty critical... lol Great kids menu. So my daughter was happy. Portions are huge! Love coming here!!
(5)Jeffrey Y.
I've been here a few times. The food is pretty good and they seem to be generous with the liquor! I'll be back.
(4)Karen M.
I love, love, love Mexican food! I am also a Fajita snob. So I was quite hopeful when I visited Senor Salsa's restaurant over the weekend. The restaurant has a really cool vibe and the service was good. My husband had the Enchiladas Verdes and thought it was tasty. I, of course ordered the beef Fajita. I was quite disappointed. The beef was the same as the beef used for pepper steak. In fact, as you can see from the picture, it looks like pepper steak. Additionally, the menu says that the beef and vegetables are grilled, but that was not the case. Taste wise, it was okay.
(3)Nikki C.
Great food, great drinks, and great staff! My boyfriend and I stopped by just to see how it was. We were pleasantly surprised by the beautiful ambiance and wonderful meal options. We love Mexican food and this spot lived up to our expectations. Would recommend Señor Salsa to everyone!
(5)Gloss G.
Pros- decor, ample seating throughout the restaurant, friendly servers, strong margaritas. Food arrived hot and fresh. Cons- overcrowded seating arrangements, long wait for actual food. Under Seasoned food. Like really not much salt or herbs, spices, nada. Everything on my plate literally tasted the same. Overall I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone with taste buds.
(2)EricaLynn J.
This place is relatively new, so I'm assuming they will work out some of the kinks soon enough. That said, they definitely need to get a handle on estimated wait time. If you tell someone 45 minutes, and it winds up being almost twice that long to get a table, something isn't quite right. The neighborhood was in desperate need of a large Mexican restaurant; there are some smaller authentic ones nearby, and of course there are some Chipotles mostly anywhere you look, but there was a real need for a place to go when you want a big menu, some tableside guac, burritos and enchiladas, and a bar. Senor Salsa, which has had success elsewhere (Connecticut, for instance), if it can continue to improve, can fill that void. The first issue is the weird rules all over the menu. You can't share. How strict are they about that? It's almost so comical that you want to test it out to see if someone will really be monitoring how you eat your meal, but the steep price tag is scary. Another oddity? Chips and salsa for the table is not complementary. But the name of the restaurant is Senor Salsa! So read all the fine print. There's a lot of it, and if you break a rule, you may find yourself with a large bill. (Note: If you order the tableside guacamole, the chips that come with it are included, thus temporarily solving the chips for the table conundrum.) The food is pretty good. I ordered an enchilada plate with four different kinds: bean, cheese, beef, and chicken. The bean and chicken enchiladas were good. The cheese enchilada was inedible. The cheese was very odd. The beef was practically inedible. Will definitely give it another try in about 6 months, when they have had some time to grow and work stuff out. Hoping for the best.
(3)Jane H.
My new favorite place. Food is always consistently good and the wait staff attentive
(5)John M.
Had lunch with friends. Thought I took advantage of a lunch special. Disappointed is an understatement. I'm not a connoisseur of Mexican food, but thanks to other chains, I always thought a burrito was a tortilla wrapped around a choice of meat, beans, rice with maybe lettuce and/or salsa or something all wrapped up in a tubular shape. This was a tortilla around seasoned meat, with unappetizing beans on the side, and some form of rice, also on the side. Price was really reasonable as well. after one bite, I really should have sent it back, it was the single-most salty piece of food I think I ever put in my mouth. I ate it anyway, mostly because I was hungry, and thanks to a full house, food took longer to get than expected. the after effects were another thing completely. Hours later, I'm still feeling it.Sorry, I won't be back anytime soon
(1)Melissa S.
If you have ever been to Las Margaritas in NE Philly or Southampton, then you know exactly what to expect. Not all traditional mexican food, but more of an American-comfort food take on the food plus the few authentic dishes. The portions are big, the food is filling, the menu has MANY options for all types of choices. Instead of nachos, where the chips get soggy, try the cheese or bean dip- delicious!! The make your own combos are my favorite and come with rice and beans. You can have guacamole made fresh at your table, which is fabulous! The happy hour special at the bar is great- $2.99 margaritas (which are delicious). My family and I have been a few times and we had great service and wonderful food (with leftovers) both times. I wish parking was better, but the garage across at the hospital or showing up outside of popular dinner hours will get you a parking spot.
(5)Chalie K.
Very good, I had the ground beef burrito, and everything is fresh and very good, strong margaritas and friendly staff, worth a visit.
(5)Nancy R.
Bad food and very cramped. They tried to throw in as many tables as possible even though the waiters couldn't get to our table without having other clientele get out of their chairs. The food was terrible- cheap cheese, lousy sauces. We were so looking forward to having a good Mexican restaurant near us so we could not wait to try it out. They need to really take a look at using better ingredients if they intend to stay open. I will stick with Tex Mex Connection, El Vez, and El Rey. This is very disappointing.
(1)Craig C.
We were there on 1/24/2015. Its ashame. This place should be good. Food is good. Prices are good. Service, however, was terrible. First, the hostesses did not know how to handle a larger party of 10. Then, server hands me a hot plate of nachos, and I burnt my hand. His response was "I told you they were hot." Next, after waiting over 45 minutes for our entrees, I ask the waiter where our food was. He was quite flippant. When the food finally comes out, one order was wrong and one was ice cold. Hopefully they are working the bugs out, but after the poor service we received it will be hard to go back.
(2)Anonymous A.
The food here is excellent. Salsa needs a bit more flavor, but otherwise the salmon burrito, fish tacos, etc are hands down the best in the area. There's only two reasons this restaurant missed a 5th star--they need more waiters to improve speed and friendliness of service....and customers should never be made to wait for the owner's family's incessant requests. Our hostess 'seated' us at a table next to the owner's family. The waiter was blocking my entry to the table. I stood and waited for him to finish speaking, so as not to interrupt what I thought were other guests initially. After a few minutes I said excuse me and asked to get to my seat. The whole time the owner's family was looking at me standing there and said nothing. Then, every few minutes, they called the waiter over to bring a new dish or a different beverage, and if it took too long they loudly complained (loudly enough that we quickly learned they were not just 'guests'.) Restaurant patrons should not hear owners' families complaining about their own restaurant!!! Our waiter was so flustered by their demands, that it slowed up our service and that of the surrounding tables. At the end of our meal, the owner himself did ask how the food was, which we appreciated. And honestly it was superb mexican food (ESP the tableside guac), but the waiters need better training and the owner's family really needs to tone it down when they eat there.
(4)Maya J.
I decided to give Senor Salsa a try on a Friday night with a few friends... Bad idea. No drink specials. Overpriced food. Disappointing service! The bartender there(didn't catch her name) needs a total attitude adjustment. My food arrived with toppings not included in the description and when I brought it to there attention they were not helpful. Also, a side of sour cream is $2.00! I would not come back, and I would never recommend to anyone.
(2)Meryl G.
I'm not big on Mexican, but I really love Senor Salsa. They just opened recently across from Abington Hospital. I've been there twice so far. I've only had the pork chops (they're marinated) and it comes with rice and beans. It's all really good. My friend gets the chicken fajitas which are half price on Mondays and Tuesdays. Their frozen and non-frozen marguerites are also good. For your birthday they put a sombrero on you, give you a nice sized dish of complimentary fried ice cream and gather around singing Happy Birthday. The food portions are also large. The staff is very efficient and friendly, and the manager seems very nice. When you first arrive they give you a basket of tortilla chips and salsa which are good, but if you want more they charge as stated on the menu. That's a little unusual. Not much parking, but you can take a chance after hours and park next door.
(5)C B.
So when the waiter came with my food I guess I wasn't paying attention. He tapped my plate of food on the table and yelled HELLO! Food was average, service sucked. I got the crab tacos. They were edible. The margarita was what I expected. Shame about the waiter.
(1)Patrick M.
Went with family and looked forward to finally having new restaurant to eat at in Abington. I figured the long wait, but not the small waiting area. What really upset us was that my son, who is a picky eater, went out of his way to ask the waitress if the steak burrito had onions and peppers in it and she said no. When he got his burrito it was filled with onions and peppers. We called the waitress over to show her that it had the onions and peppers and she refused to take it back and make a new burrito. The poor kid was so upset that he couldn't eat that he just sat there and asked if we can stop at Wawa on the way home. Waitress was not nice about it. Food was just ok, but waitress alone got this restaurant one star. I am tired of paying high prices at these local restaurants and getting horrible service. That is why I am leaving reviews on Yelp. Maybe these restaurants will start caring about serving good food and good service and not just making money.
(1)James E.
the food was the worst we ever had...it was cold...not a sizzle...$29.99 was not worth it. the customer service was below average. i still paid for cold food. please...read all review before you choose...
(1)Brenda Y.
I LOVE Mexican food and what this restaurant serves is absolutely delicious. I will be a frequent guest and would highly recommend it to my friends. Here is a tip. Try the refried beans. To die for.
(5)Barbara M.
Yuck!!!! I would give 0 stars if the app would let me. Service terrible; food was subpar; margarita was disgusting.
(1)Giuliano P.
Everything was smothered to the point it made me sick. Listen I love cheese and sour cream and meat as much as the next person, but lord have mercy on your stomach. The nachos are so hard to eat because of the amount of stuff they put in top. They give you very little nachos to be able to eat it all. Margarita was good and strong but the food needs work. Step your game up
(2)Joe D.
Very good. Drink specials and 50% of chicken fajitas was an excellent deal. They put tons of money into the decor and ambience, which always concerns me as to how long they can stay in business. It's the food that counts!
(4)Florentino C.
I have been to this restaurant at least 5 times and each time it was on a Saturday, well maybe once or twice on a Friday. That being said it's a Great place even if your just sitting at the bar. Speaking of bar, if your there make sure it's Jackie at the bar she is their best bar tender. Me and my wife always eat and drink at the bar. At the bar you can only sit maybe 8 at the most ( so yes small bar ) but another 6-8 at the small tables n chairs in front of the bar. Jackie always starts of us with nachos and dip and we go straight in to our drinks. We always order the Texana platter? Which is shrimp steak onions and green peppers chicken rice and chorizo with re fried beans with 3 soft shells with guac and other sides. We order for one because it's enough for the two of us. This dish with 4 drinks and a side plate of re fried beans with her tip comes out to $55? The food is always excellent with good flavor, the chicken seasoned and the shrimp grilled pretty good. We always arrive either before the dinner crowd or after, NEVER with the dinner crown so take the advice or just sit at the bar with Jackie. Always plenty of parking and always a smile. NO I do not work there just enjoy a good restaurant so I thought I would share.
(4)Alex B.
At a glance... Big portions for a reasonable price Wide selection of dishes Overall good quality food $3 margarita specials on rocks Attentive and inviting service Recommend chicken burrito and carne nachos Would go back Food. Bring a notebook because I had to study this menu. A very extensive menu. I was overwhelmed with the amount of dishes so I just played it safe and started out with carne (beef) nachos and a chicken burrito. Nachos were good not great but lots of them, very cheesy, and went well with my $3 margarita. If you read the previous comments the burrito is more like an enchilada - comes with melted cheese on top - and I had to use a fork and knife to eat it. With that said still a very good burrito and it came with pico de gaio(?) and fried rice. Lots to eat at a good price. First impression: Saw Señor Salsa being redone for a while and wondered when it would finally be open but I can tell why it took so long. Yes the parking lot is on the small side but there is little that can be done about it. The inside looks very nice and set the atmosphere for a hearty Mexican meal. Walked in and seated right away; within a minute nachos and salsa were served at our table. Salsa seemed out of a store bought jar. Service. Within minutes our waiter was at our table to take our drink orders. We came at a time when about half the restaraunt was filled and was overall pleased with our service. Overall. Im not going to say I'm a Mexican food connoisser. I'm not even going to say I'm a picky eater so take what you will. Not the most authentic Mexican food but still was pleased with the meal. Considering the choices of Mexican food in the area, would say it is at least worth a try. Disappointed in the salsa (considering their name is Señor Salsa) but everything else seemed fresh and for the most part tasty. Overall good experience. Recommended.
(4)Lizabeth L.
This place is really good. I love Mexican food and there food was very tasty and our waitress was super nice and fast. I will definitely come here again and the drinks are pretty strong. I ordered the frozen margarita it was strong and I am not complaining lol. Overall i thought this was a nice place to have a nice dinner.
(4)Maryellen T.
We love Mexican food but we won't be going back to Señor Salsa...our waitress placed our order incorrectly which was ok but they made up for that by not cooking our chili rellenos well. The peppers were hard and the coating was totally undercooked and mushy. The place had filled up while we waited for our food so we just left and contacted the manager via email to let him/her know about our experience. It's a new place and we'd like to see it succeed...no response from SS! Oh well...good luck.
(1)Howard B.
Mexican food should be three things...Simple, Flavorful, Cheap. Senor Salsa misses the mark each time. The simple review is this: I realize that Mexican food is in short supply in the area. You should cook it yourself or travel out a bit further to enjoy it. If you enjoy margaritas and beer more than food, then down a few, get your buzz on, and chow down. Senor Salsa is not good Mexican food, and honestly it just barely reaches the decent mark for food of any genre. Now for the part where I rant a bit: If you've read my other reviews, you will know that I spent many years living in Texas, where Tex-Mex and authentic Mexican food have deep roots. I'm spoiled, I know. In the spirit of equality I try not to use my Texas experience as a measuring stick for other Mexican food around the country. Some places will have better, and some places worse. This place is just silly. You and your friends devour that first basket of chips 'n' salsa? Expect to pay for the second round, only the first is free. Did you ever pay for lettuce? it's .50 on this menu. Want to share your giant burritos? Expect to pay $5 as a sharing fee (it's plastered all over the menu) Expecting rice AND refried beans on your plate? Prepare for disappointment. Want Fajitas? You won't be eating them with your friends, since they take 25-30 min to prepare (as per the menu). Parking is tough, its a small lot. People are flocking here. I went on a thurs night at 6:15 and it was packed. I certainly understand the reason. The area lacks much in the way of Mexican food options, and instead of waiting at Mad Mex they are coming here. It's a shame when we will lower ourselves to eat the lesser of two evils.
(1)Cole E.
Things to know: 1.Chips and salsa are not free after the first serving. (yes, I feel the same way too.) 2. They have a 5 dollar fee if you want to split or share a plate (its written on every page of the menu) 3.They won't "split" your check, but they'll split the check...Maybe they're trying to save receipt paper I'm not sure. All I know is they will not bring out receipts for each person, merely tell you the totals. weird and dumb. Food: Salsa is okay, chips are good as long as they come out hot. I had the California tacos. I was expecting small flour tortillas, but instead received two giant tacos made with fajita tortillas. Chicken and corn, not impressed with quality. They skimped on the guac in the guacamole salad and somehow think cumbers are appropriate garnish for beans and spanish rice. Last and worst of all:: This place claims to be authentic . I ordered the flan, love me some flan. Not only was the flan terrible- probably frozen and thawed crap that didn't even taste like custard or caramel, THEY FLOODED IT WITH HERSHEYS SYRUP AND WHIPPED CREAM!!! Flan... WTF I won't go back here and I don't recommend it for more than appetizers and margaritas or mojitos with the ladies. Better off risking the asswrecking of the chipotle down the street. That being said, our server was nice and I hope she finds some place better to work.
(1)Ashley S.
Where do I start. The food is not even at the level of one star. First off what kind of mexican place does not give free chips and salsa???? Ok so to the food, it all tastes the same and is pre made or frozen just tossed in a fryer. The best part of the meal was when the waiter brought out the food. My order was incorrect and the waiter argued with me and refused to take the dish back until I called the manager over. Service and food is absolute garbage. Do not waster your money or time. Go to Adobe cafe if you want mexican. PLEASE do not GO!!!!!
(1)Rachie T.
This place is alright. I had the chicken burrito lunch special with beans instead of rice and the portions were huge. The burrito was stuffed with chicken, onions, and peppers. While I do think they topped it with too much melted cheese, it was still quite delicious. The pico that came with it was delicious, but there were some huge jalapeño pieces that instantly burned my mouth. Still good though. They serve free chips and salsa. Salsa is okay but pico would be better. My friends food ended up being cold in the center. No big. Service is okay. Not the best mexican place I've been to but certainly not the worst.
(3)Nicole R.
I ate here with my boyfriend last Saturday. We both enjoyed it. We started off with large house margaritas...he got strawberry, I got Mango. They were both delicious, and there was a good amount for the price of $9. We split an app-Nachos w/ pico. All of their nachos come with cheese, and you can choose other toppings as well. I wish more topping came on them standard. If you want to add sour cream, that's more, guac is $2 more etc. So our nachos were just pico & american cheese. We both got 2 burritos for our entrees. I got chicken, and he got beef. They forgot the re-fried bean on his, but he still enjoyed it. I enjoyed mine as well. They have a TON of selections for entrees including dinner combos which allow you to try one burrito, one taco, enchilada, etc. One complaint (as someone mentioned below) is that they nickle and dime you for everything. most of the dishes don't come with that many-or any-toppings. At Mad Mex, I normally get fajitas- which come with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, guac, shredded cheese, rice, and salsa. Here, fajitas only come with sour cream, tomatoes, and one other topping I believe...all of the rest cost extra, which can add up quickly. If you want a refill on the complimentary chips and salsa, that costs extra too. The checks are hand written, and not itemized,which is a little weird. Our total was $56( before tip). with a 20% tip, our total came to $67. That is VERY expensive compare to other local places. The bar area is small, but there is a large TV you can watch. The booths are comfy as well. Overall, I would eat here again, especially for the margaritas, and to get an appetizer (not to share one, because apparently they charge you $5 to share it). As far as entrees go, I think Mad Mex has better food, better prices (if you like having all the toppings like I do), and more beer selections. Better yet, check out Plaza Azteca in Plymouth Meeting...it's a little bit of a drive, but the food is great, chips & salsa are unlimited, and they won't charge you for lettuce!
(2)Thiago S.
Great environment, delicious steaks. Even though staff seemed a bit untrained, it was a good experience. It felt like I was in Mexico after all
(4)Terrence J.
Good food and service they make good strong margaritas and great atmosphere feel like I'm in Mexico
(5)Ja S.
Went for opening week. I am Hispanic and am familiar with Mexican food, but what I got at Señor Salsa was tasteless rice which was undercooked, shredded lettuce inside the rice and shrimp that was not fresh, it was the frozen already cooked one. And for the kids meal, the burger was dried out and we didn't get a bun for it. I would rather get TV dinner than come back here! Yuck!
(1)Robert B.
My family of three visited this establishment. And being new, I suspect they are still figuring out some kinks. There is no longer a joke in Abington with this building. They had been prepping this place for so long , it was a joke. Where should we meet? "Senor Salsa," proceeded by chuckles. First, the decor is festive. Some hand painted murals on the walls. Overall nice appearance. The chips and salsa came out quickly. Pretty standard Mexican restaurant food. Nothing special about either, very typical. The menu is extensive and overwhelming there are so many different choices. My son went for his standard eating out, "Mac and Cheese." I ordered a two part combo of a hard taco and taquito. I really liked the Taco. It was flavorful. And the tortilla was excellent. I should have ordered more was my thought. The taquito, I was not a big fan of. It lacked flavor. Maybe I should have saved some of the lettuce and cheese on the side of the plate for it. But, it was just enough for the Taco. For some reason, they brought the beans and rice on a side plate. Almost like they forgot to put it on the plate in the first place. They did that to a table next to us as well. My wife had some kind of shrimp enchilada. It was a good portion size. She had a full plate of lettuce, guacamole, cheese and sour cream to go with it. I should have taken some for my flavorless taquito. So, one major issue with the night. The length of time for us to get our food. We waited a long time. The waiter told us twice it will come soon. We have no idea why our table took so long. The table next to us which came after us, with more people got their food a lot faster. With such a long wait we should have had a comp. for dessert or something. Granted this place is packed and completely full. But, there should be some kind of apology and explanation. We did order dessert. It came back to us quickly. The standard fried ice cream. And it was delicious. I will return to this restaurant in the future. It is decent enough and not expensive. Once the crowds settle down it hopefully will be better. As explained in other reviews, the parking lot is small. The entrance if you have to wait is small. Not enough room for people to stand as they wait for a table to open up. It is also confusing, they have a cash register and slightly behind it a hostess booth. Everyone coming in stops at the register to check in, before being told to go to the hostess booth.
(3)Art A.
Just tried the tacos at the Willow Grove Carnival, they were better. Again if you want top notch, this place is close but if the carnival taco tastes better, you might want to try somewhere else.
(2)Jess C.
The food was awful. I didn't even eat my shrimp burrito. My boyfriend got a beef burrito and a hard taco and both were extremely sub par and borderline just bad. Everything lacked flavor and just lacked love. We also got the pitcher of horchata but it had way too much cinnamon and it ruined it. The place was packed so my boyfriend and I were confused as to why... But we decided it was probably because the people there get drunk on the margaritas so they can hardly taste their food.
(1)Shannon O.
Great, affordable Mexican restaurant with friendly service. We ate here for the first time last night with our kids and thoroughly enjoyed it. I ordered the Carnitas on recommendation of the waiter and it was delicious! Far too much for me to even finish. Lots of good options on the kids menu. Best Mexican food in the area for sure.
(4)Kelly P.
My husband and I came here on their second night. At a restaurant that had been open longer, I would be giving two stars because of the service problems, but I'm willing to forgive some issues at a place that's still so new. We decided to try this place on a whim. First problem: the parking lot is WAY too small to accommodate even a 3/4 full restaurant. There's no real other place to try and go either. We got majorly lucky that we didn't have to circle a few times. Although we got seated right away, it took a really long time before anyone noticed us. To the point where you consider going up to the front podium for a manager, or just walking out. Again, a big problem at an established place, but more forgivable on night two. The menu is definitely comprehensive, and you'll find all your Mexican classics. But here's the rub: this place will nickel-and-dime you to death. Want more chips? That's a $1. Want more salsa? Was a side of sour cream? Want to split a dish? Want certain refills? Alllll extra. Little fees all over the menu. Not ideal. I can't think of a single GOOD Mexican place that charges for another basket of chips or a small side of sour cream. They also have a $10 debit/credit minimum. That all being said, we did enjoy the meal on the whole. For about $45 (before tip), my husband and I each got a soft drink, the queso fundido (the chorizo in it was tasty, but the cheese was a little runny for my husband's liking); a 3-part combo with rice, two taquitos, and an enchilada; a 2-part combo with rice and two chicken quesadillas; a side of sour cream (extra $1) and the sopapilla desert. The sopapilla was a little flatter and tougher than I'd have liked, but it wasn't bad. I thought the enchilada was good, and the taquitos were quite delicious. It was definitely more than enough food. If we were to do it again, we'd do the items a la carte and skip the totally average rice. I'm willing to give this place another try, despite the really slow service and the 'nickel-and-dime the customer' attitude. I wasn't really in the mood to try diving into their apparently extensive tequila list that night, but that could be worth going back for in-of-itself. Let's hope they get the service aspect down better.
(3)Lisa S.
For those in the area that are looking for good authentic Mexican food. This is your place. Finally found a replacement for Tortillas in Willow Grove. Beautiful room, quality fresh food, great service, a huge menu and a great kids menu with not all Mexican options for them, so everyone wins! Free chips and salsa , that were awesome! This is my New Mexican spot. I will probably be here often.
(5)Teresa N.
Worst Mexican food I've ever had. However, it's the only Mexican food I've ever tried outside of California and Mexico, so maybe it's simply the standard for this area... I came on a Saturday night during their opening weekend so I expected service to be slow. The food, however, was inexcusably bad. Chicken and beef were bland. The sauce they smother all over their burritos was too salty. The salsa tasted like it came from a store-bought jar. I also didn't like that there were fees associated with everything. Something as simple as splitting a plate was an extra $5 fee. On the plus side, there's a bar and TVs to keep you occupied as you wait for what seems like eternity for a table to open up. I'm willing to give this place 2 stars instead of 1 since it's new and perhaps still working things out.
(2)Rodney F.
Ok, my first Yelp review ever. I travel for work to Mexico all the time and adore Mexican food. This place is the BEST Mexican food I've ever found in the Philadelphia region and I've lived here for 25 years. The food is just awesome. The guacamole (made fresh at your table) was incredible, the margaritas and sangria outstanding and the Chili Relleno was better than some I've had in Mexico. Portions just right and prices right on target. I can't wait to come back and I'm thrilled it's in my neighborhood. If you appreciate real Mexican food, you must come here. Previous reviews critiquing prices and chips do not accurately reflect the quality of this food. It deserves to survive and thrive in Montgomery County! Come and enjoy!!
(5)Robert K.
I stopped by on Wednesday the 7th of January. I knew the restaurant was "in progress" for awhile and happened to notice it had opened while running errands. It was about 12pm and the dining room was about half filled. Not bad for a new place. I say new place but it's a known quantity for those of us in the region paying attention as it's the sister restaurant to the Las Magaritas establishments in Southampton and North East Philly. If you've been to those, then Senor Salsa should make you right at home. Decor, menu and specials are all the same. That's not necessarily a bad thing. Is this the best mexican I've had? No. But it's not bad and about as authentic as most American pallets can tolerate. If you want something more authentic, head to Hatboro and sneak out some of the smaller establishments there. The food was good. I had tex-mex in a fajita. It was fresh and well cooked. Light on the spice compared even to the Las Magaritas sister restaurants. Even the chips were lighter on the salt. This maybe due to being across from Abington Memorial Hospital. You have to adjust for your target market. With a soft drink, I got out for lunch for about $10. Not bad and considering the $8 McDonalds will take you for for a "value meal" up the road, a decent option for the area. Overall a good solid area choice.
(4)Pete F.
I really really wanted to love this place. My meat is always burnt and they have never correctly filled my order. The owner seems annoyed when I check my take out order and find that items are missing. We would probably go here three times a week if it was better. Now we prefer Mad Mex; because they are consistent, friendly, and above all, get our orders right. After all, that is the first step of running a successful restaurant, right? Señor Salsa is a roll of the dice. Make sure (if you are taking food out) that you thoroughly check your order before you go out the front door.
(1)Caryn L.
Great food. A little pricey and the place was loud and crowded, but we will definitely be coming back. Amazing margaritas!
(4)Trey F.
Amazing! I ordered the Shrimp Burrito and it was excellent. The staff doesn't forget about you and are very friendly. The atmosphere is great! Definitely worth a visit
(5)Karen E.
I went to the restaurant Saturday June 13, 2015 and the service was GREAT. I had the grilled chicken breast, yellow rice and black beans, that was prepared in a side dish. The cocktails are EXCELLENT. The environment is comfortable.
(5)Lorri K.
I've been here several times! Excellent margaritas and great food! You get quite a bit for what you pay. The happy hour prices are good too. I highly recommend the queso cheese dip and chips.
(5)Cindy W.
Worst service ever. They need some serious training for there servers. Food was good, but I sent my dish back twice. The first time is was cold, must have been sitting there while they cooked my boyfriends steak to med well. They made me a completely new meal, and in my quesadilla there was beef this time, I ordered chicken! After the 45 minute wait to be seated, 15 minute wait to be greeted and another 45 minutes to get our food, I don't think it would be worth my time and money again.
(2)Tammy G.
I've eaten here a few times but only for lunches but haven't really been impressed. I think they've gotten someone's food wrong every time, like served a burrito instead of an enchilada, beef instead of chicken, that kind of thing. The food has not been bad but not great, just eh. Twice they over charged by charging me for a dinner instead of the lunch special. It's a nice decor, can't comment on the drinks because I haven't tried them and the dinner menu seems a bit pricey to me. I think I will travel a little further to go to better Mexican restaurant instead of going back here.
(2)Anurag S.
Pros: Nice decor, ample seating, good servers, good meal portions.. good food, good menu selection, nice margaritas Cons: no kids menu, food taste is good, but not good enough to give you a wow feeling and hence 3 star rating...
(3)Gina J.
I have been twice in the past month. Both times I have found the place to be super clean, very friendly, and with fast service. My meals each time were really good. Chimichanga and Fajitas. The rice and beans were seasoned well, and the meats were tender and flavorful. I am still unsure if this is a true chain or a popular name. I tend to not care for chain restaurants as they have less autonomy in their cooking. This tastes like my aunties food, not pre-packaged. Def recommend going! Still need to try dinner service, both times I went during lunch. And yes, even lunch portions are big.
(4)Amy C.
No waiting and plenty of parking available on a Friday for lunch. Thoughtful restoration of this Mexican restaurant. Enjoyable music brings out the textures of iron, brick, stone, and thick wood beam decor. The wait staff was bilingual and very attentive to the details of extra napkins, waters, and the timeliness of the check. Regretfully the burrito and carne Assad were only okay. The meals lack freshness from a pico de gallo and black or pinto beans. I did enjoy the lemons and limes with my water.
(2)Harry S.
Out to dinner with my family. The server brought the wrong order and was not helpful with resolving the mistake. The hostess was just as unhelpful. Will never return.
(1)Brendan M.
Been there 3x now. The place is ok, not great. Its more like American Mexican food than traditional mexican cuisine. The only reason to go really is for their cheap lunch specials. If you want real mexican food go to la morena in hatboro.
(3)Marcia O.
Service was slow! Food was bland. Would be a plus if the waiter understood us & vice versa. The chips were good but the salsa was more like soup. I will stick to Chipotle or Mad Mex for my burrito fix.
(1)Jess D.
We were here last week for dinner. 7 of us, a 5 year old, and a 2 year old. The food was fantastic! Margaritas were great. Parking sucks. Had to park across the street, but it didn't put a damper on our night. Thank god we made reservations because you could barely make it in the door to wait. Everyone loved their food. Definitely will be back.
(4)Daniel K.
I am thrilled to finally have a go-to place for good Mexican in Abington. Just had dinner here with my family, and we all enjoyed it tremendously. I had a beef burrito which came with rice and refried beans, and a beef taco. My wife had chicken quesadillas and fresh tableside guacamole. We both had margaritas. My daughter had chicken tacos. We were all thoroughly satisfied with the food and service. I frequent several Mexican establishments in Norristown who cater primarily to other Mexicans, so their authenticity goes without saying. Senor Salsa is pretty close to the real deal, with only slight tailoring to American tastes. Really the flavors here are just a bit more intense than you would experience at a place like El Primo in Norristown. The Abington ER staff across the street orders from here every day, so what does that tell you? We will most definitely be back.
(5)Veronica V.
It's ok not much to say, the decor is nice, food is ok I have had better. Service not the greatest
(2)W L.
Food was ok Waitress was disorganized probably because the place is new Was charged for extra salsa with the chips which was unusual in a Mexican restaurant
(2)Mom 2.
Like another reviewer here, I grew up eating authentic Mexican food...Southern California and frequent trips into Mexico. This is, by far, the worst Mexican food I've ever eaten. The Huevos Rancheros were like eating a sponge, smothered in salty, jarred sauce. The beans were almost fluffy in texture and the only taste was of salt. How do you mess up rice and beans? I just got home from eating there and I'm seriously hoping it stays down. I'm guessing they want you to order a lot of drinks but we weren't drinking. I will say the decor is awesome and, walking through the door, you get the feeling it is going to be authentic. If you're looking for authentic Mexican, keep looking.
(1)Ashley M.
The staff was rude and unprofessional. We waited for a seat for three when the restaurant was not full for 30mins. Then when we approached the hostess about wait time she said "oh yeah your seat is ready". We sat and reviewed the menu that states they will charge you "extra"if you share anything. Our waitress brought us chips and was Mia for a while. A group of six come in, they are immediately seated,and our waitress tends to them twice and takes their orders before even returning with our drinks and taking our order. The couple sitting next to us hadn't even had their order taken and they were seated before us. Needless to say we asked for the check and left. Never to return.
(1)Anthony V.
Great place family run the Queaso dip rocks the crab Quesadilla rocks melts in your mouth and the best refried beans I ever had and I don't really like refried beans definitely worth a visit
(5)Stevie R.
Good news first, service is decent and the margaritas have a real kick to them (wouldn't recommend more than 24 ounces of driving). Bad news? Well it's a restaurant and the food is no good, the "beef" taco tasted like a tilapia taco, very bland quesadillas..........But the cheese dip is good.
(2)Sarah B.
Solid Mexican place. Have been twice now. The food is tasty, and fresh. Also they have huge pitchers of margaritas for 25 dollars which is a steal especially since they are strong. The service is a little lackluster but the prices and quality make up for that.
(4)Alison S.
I have to say that after reading the reviews, I was skeptical about this place. I was pleasantly surprised with what I found. It was mobbed so we actually found a seat a the bar and decided to eat there. The bar tender was awesome. I asked her margarita suggestion and received an rather amazing Texas Margarita. We then received a bowl of HOT chips and cold salsa (which I doctored up with habanero hot sauce). The cheese dip was Meh but its not my thing anyway. My husband was not a huge fan, but it was ok. I then ordered the scallop, shrimp and crabmeat fajitas. OMG. Enough food for at least three meals. I ordered it extra spicy. The scallops were perfect, the crabmeat was terrific. The shrimp was a little over cooked, but not so much that I was unhappy about the meal. The rice and refried beans were very good. Pico di gallo and guacamole were great but there was not enough of either. All in all, I enjoyed my meal and will be returning, but maybe on a night that's not so crowded!
(4)Erika C.
I really enjoy their atmosphere. Great food the chicken nachos are amazing. I also enjoy their margaritas and they are an awesome price of $2.99 during happy hour..
(4)Dottie G.
Me and my daughter went on Saturday for lunch. Been waiting for it to open for awhile now. But it was worth the wait. Prices are good and portions are perfect. Service was friendly and i would recommend. Will def go back to try dinner. Finally an authentic mexican restaurant.
(4)Gary D.
We recently went there for dinner. The chile relleno were undone and the cheese was horrible. Worst of all the management never responded to my direct email. I wish them well.
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