Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Beer/Wine
Take-out
Mexican
Gluten-free
Non-veg

Serves meat, vegan options available. Mexican restaurant with a separate vegan menu. Dishes include a burrito, chimichanga, cauliflower tacos, nachos, and occasional specials. Uses house-made vegan cheese. Also has a gluten-free menu. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-11:00pm.


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32 Reviews

First Review by LilacHippy

MKorvesis

Points +2121

Vegan
15 Nov 2023

Delicious mexican food

Many vegan Mexican options

Pros: Many vegan mexican options, Kind staff and fast service , Delicious food

KarenSuksabai

Points +3239

Vegan
12 Nov 2023

Reasonable service and big portions

Salsa Kitchen at Meechoke is one of our family go-to places but I ventured into town to visit the Huay Kaew branch for a change. Same good food you expect but slower service and not quite so friendly, due to the greater number of tables, I suppose. Nachos were good and the vegan cheese is quite tasty.

Cons: Very noisy restaurant

elyamentar

Points +1926

Vegan
21 Oct 2023

Gigantic mega burritos

The vegan burrito I got for takeaway could have been my first-born baby. It was enormous, like absolutely HUGE. A bit difficult to eat because of all the sauces that came in little seperate bags, but ultra tasty. I was really proud about finishing 4/5. I was filled up for the rest of the day. Also suuuper tasty with many different ingredients inside. And it came with nachos. Super nice!

Cha-Em

Points +3226

Vegan
23 Aug 2023

Holy guacamole!

Yum! Highly recommend. Had a lovely, impromptu birthday lunch here this afternoon. We usually avoid restaurants that serve meat but decided to give this place a chance after hearing about its separate vegan menu (which even includes homemade vegan cheese!).

The restaurant is located along the main road toward Nimman, but it feels chill and quiet inside (apart from the lively Mexican music, of course!). The bright, thematic décor is certainly more cheerful than the staff, who were perfectly nice but just seemed very tired. I can imagine it would be quite cosy here during the evening.

There are approx. 10 items on the vegan menu. We went for the vegan chicken burrito and vegan carnitas tacos which were both great. Very fresh and flavourful! I’d consider getting those same tacos again next time they were soo good—loaded with plenty of spices, fresh herbs and a generous dollop of guac. Both dishes come with hot sauce, salsa and pico de gallo on the side. We also got a mango and passion fruit smoothie and it was absolutely delicious. I would’ve got another if I hadn’t been so stuffed!

Don’t expect local Thai food prices—most dishes cost around 240 baht—but in my opinion that’s reasonable for what you get. The portions are generous, so if you’re looking for a lighter lunch, you could even get away with splitting a dish between two!

Pros: Separate vegan menu 🌱, Delicious food 🤤, Delightful smoothies 🥭

Cons: Serves animal products 🐷

Cha-Em

24 Aug 2023

Huraiquire

28 Aug 2023

Happy born day, love! May you have many more beautiful meals and blissful moments in the upcoming year.

Cha-Em

28 Aug 2023

JennaPorter

Points +187

Vegan
12 Feb 2023

Delicious!

Busy Mexican restaurant with great atmosphere and a full page of vegan food to choose from including vegan cheese. I had the cauliflower tacos which were delicious!

Pros: Lots of vegan options , Huge portions , Great value for money

Mar___

Points +932

Vegan
17 Dec 2022

Ok

Food was ok, nothing special. Portions were large.
Service was cold and unwelcomming.

Sevin

Points +1057

Vegan
22 Nov 2022

FINALLY...Mexican food done right in Thailand!

Extremely popular and busy for good reason. Excellent food. Huge portions. Serves beer, sangria and cocktails. The margaritas are great. Drank a pitcher myself!

Has a Vegan Menu for us vegans. The vegan nachos and vegan chicken burrito were excellent. They make a delicious vegan cheddar with real "meltability".

Pros: Vegan menu, Excellent food, Serves alcohol. Great Margaritas

nomeatnomad

Points +4795

Vegan
16 Nov 2022

Many vegan options

I tend to stick to fully-vegan restaurants when they’re available, but came here out of necessity one night when it was quiet late, and I’m very glad that I did.

An entire page of the menu is vegan, so there are plenty of choices.

I first had the vegan cheese burrito. It was so good that I came back again a couple of days later and had the vegan carnitas.

These were even better. So good that I came back and had them two more times before leaving Chiang Mai.

There are so many vegan restaurants in CM that you don’t need to go anywhere that serves meat. But if you are so inclined to go to one such place, then make it this one. You won’t be disappointed.

Thepurplesage

Points +106

Vegan
16 Jul 2022

Not the way I remember it

Had a new version of chimichanga and a vegan chicken burrito from the specials menu. Rubbery vegan chicken and over thick tortilla on the chimichanga. Added up to a stodgy meal for two people.

Pros: Salsas still good, Service still good, Like the garish decor

krystathomason

Points +249

Vegan
10 Mar 2022

Vegan Meet Up

I hosted a vegan dinner meetup here recently, and everyone loved it! Everyone's dishes were delicious and flavorful but not too spicy. There was enough of everything to go around and everyone was very full after dinner.

Pros: Generous portion sizes & good value for money, Good ratios of dishes, ingredients, and sauces

Cons: Long wait time for some, Higher priced

micheleparadosso

Points +948

Mostly Veg
29 Dec 2021

Really good

I have visited this restaurant some times ago. Veg position marked on menu. Disches were good 👍🏾

eucalyptusmint

Points +517

Vegan
25 May 2020

Really nice Mexican food!

They have a seperate vegan menu with Nachos, chimichanga, burritos, tacos. They have vegan cheese, too! We tried the Nachos and chimichanga. More expensive than other restaurants around but the servings are huge. The mango smoothie and lemonade with soda were also great.

LisaLöwenherz

Points +572

Vegan
29 Jan 2020

Many vegan options

In Chiang Mai are many vegan restaurants so I prefer to go to this restaurants but when you in company with people who wants to eat meat or you want Mexican food salsa kitchen is a good option. They have a big selection of vegan food.

tofuworm

Points +18

Vegan
23 Oct 2019

A must-visit in Chiang Mai

All I can say is that for 200 baht, you get more food than you should reasonably eat. The cauliflower tacos were FANTASTIC. I have had to restrain myself from going back every day since I had them -- seriously, if I weren't so broke, I would have went there every day this past week. I think about those tacos always. You've got to go.

meaghan_mcdonald

Points +18

Vegan
25 Sep 2019

The Chimichangas

We all know Salsa is a fan favorite, but I get more and more impressed every time I go. There is a full vegan menu that never disappoints. The restaurant reminds me of the mexican restaurants I have back home, in the United States. I got the vegan chimichangas this time and was in love. The portions are huge for only 209b. They have to-go boxes and it makes great left overs! :)

Pros: huge portions, authentic

redpill17

Points +265

Vegan
01 Sep 2019

Good for Mexican food

It's pretty good but not mind-blowing - burritos at Wrap Master are better (or at least used to be). If you crave Mexican food, check it out for sure. Or you can come with your non-vegan friends.

When I was there, food took a long time to prepare even though the restaurant was empty during lunchtime. Also, pick a table away from air-con because it can be very chilly (and dripping on your table).

Eljay

Points +73

Vegan
14 Aug 2019

Great vegan menu

Have been here a few times and tried different vegan options, thoroughly enjoyed them all.

sofiapd19

Points +16

Vegan
20 Jun 2019

Vegan nachos

The fact that they have a vegan menu is already satisfactory. I ordered the vegan nachos without any expectation and they were great! Love them and also love the salsas. I totally recommend the nachos Even though the prices are a bit high I do think is worthy.

Pros: Vegan menu

Cons: Expensive

SD83

Points +258

Vegan
19 May 2019

Vegan Twist

decided to try some vegan baja style Mexican tacos with smoked battered cauliflower florets, shredded cabbage in cashew cream, pink pickled onions, Mexican rice & black spicy beans. Sweet potato slices & jicama salad, cilantro tomato salsa and homemade spicy sauces 😍

Cons: Service poor

mmurray

Points +24

Vegan
17 May 2019

Wow

Vegan nachos are out of this world. Lots of great options and absolutely delicious. We ate here twice and highly recommend.

Pros: Lots of vegan food , Amazing taste

Amanda Panda

Points +376

Vegan
31 Jan 2019

Food Great Service Indifferent

Busy Mexican restaurant serving tasty food with generous portions and reasonably priced. We ordered Burritos, Enchiladas and our non vegan friend ordered Spicy Nachos. There was a little wait but not too problematic as we came early (6.30ish). It did get a lot busier and some patrons seemed to be waiting a little longer than we had to. Nevertheless the food was delicious and satisfying. Enjoyed everything except the service which was cooler than our 2 pitchers of frozen margaritas.

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Separate vegan menu

Cons: Service

lady3jane

Points +250

Vegan
07 Dec 2018

Surprisingly great

As any North American knows, the farther you get from Mexico the bigger the gamble on a Mexican restaurant. Yet I feel compelled to try them wherever I travel. Salsa Kitchen is delicious. Vegan enchiladas and vegan chimichangas were both satisfying and yummy.

Pros: Separate vegan menu

l0ne

Points +43

Vegan
28 Nov 2018

Very satisfying vegan chimichanga

Was very pleasantly surprised with how much attention was given to the vegan menu for a place that serves meat.

The vegan chimichangas were filled with a delicious vegan cheese and the portions were very generous. I was stuffed.

Pros: Delicious, Portions

Laodamia

Points +144

Vegan
28 Oct 2018

American size portions of vegan comfort food.

American size portions of comfort food. Pleasantly surprised to find a separate vegan menu! Makes it smooch easier. Each portion could be enough for two, unless you’re really hungry (I was), both because of the size and the “filling-factor” — carbs, vegan cheese, beans, fried… Quick service, Burrito the size of your head and hot crispy enchiladas (I think?). Might seem expensive when you look at the prices (not a 60 baht/ dish kind of place, but rather 220) but when you see the portions you won’t regret. You might need a few hours for a food coma afterwards.

Pros: Large portions, Separate vegan menu

Cons: Bit more expensive than standard

Lebogang

Points +58

Vegan
12 Jun 2018

Thank you

Thank you so much for offering a separate vegan menu, and oh my the food the food was delicious. Amazing friendly staff I am really glad I decided to eat here.

Pros: vegan only separate menu and just amazing staff.

Cons: I have none so far just keep it guys.

veganziggy

Points +157

Vegan
17 May 2018

Excellent vegan Mexican food

Absolutely fantastic. I would even go as far as to say this is the next Mexican I've had since turning vegan.

They have a separate vegan menu with loads of options. AND they have vegan cheese.... Really good vegan cheese!

We have been twice and had the nachos, chimichanga and tacos which were all fantastic.

Pros: Two types of vegan cheese , Large vegan menu, Great value for money

Cons: A bit out of the way

CristianCastillo

Points +65

Vegan
20 Feb 2018

Great vegan menu

They have a separate vegan menu, vegan cheese, tacos, burritos, etc. Delicious.

Pros: vegan cheese, great mexican food, Delicious

Cons: expensive for cm




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