Salsa Grill-Fernando's

I have eaten at this fine restaurant numerous times with a variety of friends and family. For those who don't know it, the owner is a pretty darn good volleyball player! Pros: null Cons: null more

We decided to try out Salsa Grill because we found a coupon for it in the Entertainment book (students have to watch their prices...). Our visit was so memorable, we still sometimes talk about it (and that was like three years ago...). My boyfriend is a big eater, so for him the portion sizes make or break a restaurant, and he was definitely impressed with how full he could get in this place. Also, he loves Central and Southern American food (I do too), and this place was definitely up to his standards. And his standards are worth something, not only because he is a connoisseur of all kinds of food, but also because he went to culinary school himself and has worked in restaurants for years! Pros: huge portions, authentic tastes, attentive owner more

We went to lunch here yesterday. I'd lived in the area, but never really noticed it as much more than a carryout. I was sure glad one of my lunch partners recommended it. I had Pros: Great food! Very friendly service! Cons: None more

I am new to the Baltimore area and The Salsa Grill is in the area. I must also say that the citizens of Baltimore don't expect much from a restaurant because this one came recommended by a co-worker and I can't understand why. The prices are unwarranted. I ordered an 8.00 Jalapeno Sausage sub which ended up being two hot dogs on an oversized bun.. I asked for peppers and onion. I was charged 50 cent for two strips of green pepper even though I was told that I could have anything on it. It always amazes me how the chef thinks he can throw some poorly cut vegetables on a dish and think this is what a customer wants to be served. Do not fool yourself about the Paella either. It is not good. It is a shameful example of how food shouldn't be prepared. The owner is totally deluded if he thinks his meals are first rate. The only thing first rate here are the prices. The service is laughable. The attitudes of the workers that speak English are hostile and rude. I just added The Salsa Grill on my list of places I will never return to. more

I took my girlfriend to this place expecting some reasonably priced Mexican food considering the small size and mediocre environment. Immediately we noticed the lunch menu was mostly in the double digits and the plates were oversized. This wouldn't be so bad if not for the "Split Dishes Cost $2 EXTRA" note at the bottom of the menu. I have never in my life been charged an extra $2 because I didn't want to eat a whole dish by myself. Pros: The 2 small tables outside looked decent Cons: Price, Service, Food more

The small restaurant's atmosphere was pleasant at first; however the customer service/pricing was not up to my standards. My waitress didn't check up on our table, the drinks werent refilled, food taste bad and she not friendly. They even charge $2.00 for splitting a large entree! Overall, I would not recommend this place to anyone! :( more

The carne asada melts in your mouth and where can you go for a strip loin cooked to perfection for less than $20. I also highly recommend the caribbean paella and the empanadas and polo con arroz and .... . The restaurant is not licensed but you can bring your own wine or beer if you like. The owner can often be found there. It's wonderful, we eat there fairly regularly. If you are taking a large group I would recommend making reservations. Pros: great food, great prices Cons: byob more