There
are certainly many Mexican restaurants in Southern Nevada and one of the
best is La Salsa Cantina in the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood. It
was my friend Schree’s birthday and did we celebrate! It was one of the
best times I ever had and partying at La Salsa Cantina was a big part of the
celebration.
First, there is “outdoor” seating where you can people watch
in the comfort of a climate controlled mall. Inspired by the vibrant colors
and rich textures of Mexican art and architecture, the décor is a
combination of colorful ceramic tile, authentic artwork, and accent lighting
with brightly colored tables and chairs. The exterior design of La Salsa
Cantina features a 25-foot-tall illuminated Margarita flask complete with
salted rim and a four-foot lime wedge.
Then there is the impeccable service with some of the
friendliest staff. Everyone is having fun and you want to join in the
party. But most importantly La Salsa Cantina offers some of the best
Mexican food you will enjoy, freshly prepared made without lard,
preservatives, or artificial additives.
The food blends the bold tastes
and flavors of Mexico in a variety of unique dishes. Like the United
Stations, Mexican cuisine comes from many regions, with dishes inspired by
the fresh seafood of Baja, tender steak from the plains of Pueblo, and
marinated chicken breast grilled over an open flame from Central Mexico.
Everything is made fresh to order with highest quality
proteins, marinated sirloin steak, boneless skinless chicken breast,
seasoned fish, and shrimp. The assortment of fresh ingredients, spices and
sauces bring out layers of flavors in a variety of classic and contemporary
menu items. The sauces are so unique including creamy Baja sauce, a robust
Roja sauce, Ancho-Chile sauce, and its famous tangy Chile-Lime dressing.
We ordered starters like the appetizer plate, chips and
cheese dip and nachos with both beef and chicken. Now, I have to tell you
that Schree, who is from Delaware, was not too familiar with Mexican cuisine
and La Salsa Cantina was a great way to introduce her to some of the best
food around. She discovered burritos, quesadillas, and nachos made with
black beans, fresh salsa, guacamole, and shredded beef (no ground beef
here). I created a big fan and I know Schree will be coming back for more.
La Salsa Cantina was voted "Best ‘rita in Vegas” and offers a
full bar featuring 40 premium tequilas, specialty rum drinks, wine and a
full compliment of Mexican beers. In homage to its signature "Margarita by
the Yard", an actual yard-long flask is filled with the award-winning
libation.
La Salsa first opened as a chain of Mexican “taquerias,”
neighborhood restaurants, in 1979 featuring their specialty of soft tacos,
which is so much a part of the Mexican culture. Today, La Salsa owns and
operates a chain of quick, casual restaurants including La Salsa Cantina
specializing in tacos, burritos and other items served in the style of
Mexico. But when you come to La Salsa Cantina, you are not eating on a
franchise but are experience a fun, unique place to eat, drink and enjoy.
The hours are Sunday - Thursday, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Friday
- Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 a.m.
La Salsa Cantina
Miracle Mile Shops
Planet Hollywood
3667 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV, 89109
(702) 892-0645
