La Vida Catrina - Salem

Just found this place. Awesome authentic food. If you like Mexican food give this place a

Drinks, food and service was excellent. Looking forward to going back!

Good food and service was spot on. Your table is so close to others that you get to hear all the other people's conversations, which for some is good. Not recommend for any kind of meeting as we did have a board meeting there and we all had to repeat and yell.

Really excellent food! Complimentary chips , salsa, and a delicious bean dip were brought to our table quickly after we sat down. The chips were fresh and not overly salty or greasy. We ordered some guacamole to start, it was freshly prepared and everyone enjoyed! Our entrees were wonderful. Fresh, perfectly seasoned, thoughtful presentations. The margaritas looked great although we didn’t order one this time, a good reason to return on our next visit to Salem. Service was very fast and friendly. Great spot for delicious Mexican food! They should really bottle their green sauce and salsa. Good stuff!

UPDATE 7/22/23 still just an absolutely amazing experience. Tried brand new dishes available on their new menu which includes Seafood Trio, Pollo Serrano and two margaritas and was not disappointed. Added new photos of the food!This is the defacto Mexican restaurant in the greater Salem area, period. The front of their building is the truth: this IS the Kitchen of Mexico and we recommend La Vida Catrina to everyone we can. Go here if you haven't!Previous review:Always a great experience here. We've been here a half dozen times during the pandemic and every time the food is always fresh, hot and easily some of the best food Salem has to offer. Short Rib Enchiladas were the sleeper hit, highly recommend as a first time visiting dish. Ribeye Steak Tacos are a staple and consistently great.If you haven't tried this, go try it! Make sure to try a Margarita too! ???