Cafe Salsa

(630) 230-1528

9932 W 55th St
Countryside, IL 60525 41.7906 -87.8676

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Cafe Salsa

Cafe Salsa

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Cafe Salsa

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Since 1981, Cafe Salsa has been dedicated to sharing a passion for Mexican food and culture with each and every guest. Therefore, it is their intention to bring the flavors of Mexico to everyone in a friendly, festive manner. Although their menu began with, and still includes, traditional items such as tacos, enchiladas, and fajitas, they also provide contemporary items such as grilled portabella mushrooms with a chicken basil sauce, blackened catfish with salsa verde, and an ever-changing specials menu. Two items they have never modified are the world-class margaritas and the homemade salsa…

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In Short – Founded in 1981, this cantina's brightly colored walls and multihued decor set a festive tone. Dishes include traditional carnitas, chicken mole, chilis relleno, tacos, enchiladas and more. A kids menu (at the Countryside location) features items like tacos, hamburgers, chicken nuggets and grilled cheese.

3 Star Rating: Average

04/22/09

Great!

by mirook at Citysearch

I just came from Korean and I love this restaurant!!! We ordered food for 70 people for MOSAIC event and the response was so good!!!

  • Pros: love it!
4 Star Rating: Recommended

01/22/09

Delivers what it promises

by reality2u at Citysearch

Cafe Salsa delivers what it promises, good hearty food at a decent price. If I want art I go to the art museum. If I want pretentiousness moronic drivel I read Artful reviewers or read fast food nation. The key to Cafe Salsa's success is by delivering the customer what they want and not pretending to be something they are not. I have been to some of the best Mexican restaurants in the world, and in this city and still come back to Cafe Salsa. Sure if I want a five course or even seven course chef menu tan I will go to Tompolubumpo, or for delicious inspiration I will travel to Mixteco, but I always find myself going to places that deliver every time. From their Carne Asada to the Burrito Suizo Grande every item delivers. Morons like coldhardtruth2 or jimmycassata are nothing more than guttersnipes who haven't the knowledge or the where with all to run a successful restaurant and have had their own restaurants crushed by the consistency of Cafe Salsa, nice try but Cafe Salsa rules the roost.

  • Pros: Abundence
  • Cons: gets packed on the weekends
1 Star Rating: Poor

08/25/08

Has REALLY gone downhill!

by nicolekoziel at Citysearch

I used to dine here frequently 4+ years ago, and the food was very good. I went last night, and I was HIGHLY disappointed. The food has really gone downhill since my last visit. I had one of the specials, the crab cake appetizer, and it was very fishy tasting and not fresh. I had a taco dinner that was mediocre at best. The service was good, but the food wasn't worth the money or time.

  • Pros: Good service
  • Cons: fishy, not fresh food

The Details on Cafe Salsa

What to Drink:

Margaritas are a favorite with the after-work crowd. Additionally, you'll find more than 40 different tequilas behind the bar.

What to Drink:

The Countryside location features a full bar and offers more than 50 kinds of tequila.

Catering:

Salsa also offers catering, featuring a choice of a taco or fajita buffet, party trays, and several other side options.

Category:

Restaurants, Banquet Rooms, Catering

Payment Methods:

American Express, Discover, Visa, Diners Club, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Romantic Dining, Outdoor Dining, Lunch Spot, Group Dining

General Info:

Open 7 Days

Cuisine:

Mexican

Smoking Permitted:

Section, Bar; Section

Message from Cafe Salsa

  • Catering
  • Patio seating
  • Fully-stocked bar

Since 1981, Cafe Salsa has been dedicated to sharing a passion for Mexican food and culture with each and every guest. Therefore, it is their intention to bring the flavors of Mexico to everyone in a friendly, festive manner. Although their menu began with, and still includes, traditional items such as tacos, enchiladas, and fajitas, they also provide contemporary items such as grilled portabella mushrooms with a chicken basil sauce, blackened catfish with salsa verde, and an ever-changing specials menu. Two items they have never modified are the world-class margaritas and the homemade salsa and chips.

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