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Salsa Brava

15 ratings
$$ • Mexican Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Safety Rating
5 ratings

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9420 Briar Village Point
Colorado Springs, CO 80920

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I had a great meal here. Staff knew everything about my needs, ie; informed me the chips are fried in shared grease. Had the pork enchiladas and they were fabulous!

Updated 6 years ago read full review

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I've always loved Salsa Brava! I remember them adding a gluten free menu years ago, back before I really knew what it meant. Now that I have celiac, I really appreciate having a restaurant in town that has been offering gluten free options for awhile. The hostess automatically pointed out the gluten free options when she seated us (without knowing my need for it), and when I asked the server about the chips, she immediately knew they were fried in the same oil as other things. She actually said she has celiac herself, and said she isn't bothered by the chips, but knows some people are more sensitive, so I was glad she pointed that out. I decided not to risk it this time (and I wish they'd get a dedicated fryer because I LOVE their salsas and guacamole). Anyway, she recommended the chicken stuffed poblano, and it was really good! I definitely recommend Salsa Brava, as they seem to be one of the more knowledgable places...plus the food and service are great!

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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We weren't impressed. The menu wasn't extensive by any means and the portions were small, yet pricey.

Updated 8 years ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Mexican
  • Restaurant

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I wasn't impressed in the least. The tortilla soup was orange, and I'm talking orange like preservative filled soup ya buy at the store. I dropped a bit on my shirt and it stained it. And it didn't taste any better than that which I can buy premade in the store. It was however, more expensive. Mexican food is cheap to prepare so an expensive mexican restaurant, especially one with what appears to be store bought soup, is ridiculous. But, for those who are all about following the crowd, by all means, hit up Salsa Brava. I prefer to spend my money on food that tastes original.

Updated 8 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Service was pretty slow. The food was ok. They do have a gluten free menu and will try to be accommodating.

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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This place has great food and plenty of options. I haven't been sick after eating here the few times I've visited. also, don't eat the chips!

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Love this place! Very GF/ Celiac friendly

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Amazing service, great gf options on gluten free dedicated area of the menu! Food was fresh and delicious. Staff was helpful and friendly! Best Mexican food I've ever had!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Always great gf menu and many options.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Celiac friendly?

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Updated 10 years ago read full review

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Their menu is great and they take pride in having a gluten free option. Have won some awards for best Gf restaurant, well deserved.

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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Great gluten-free menu. This is one of my favorite places.

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WOW! Salsa Brava offers quite an extensive gluten-free menu! I've tried several items, and each time I've been so impressed with the variety on the menu and fresh flavors of the dishes. My favorite items are the Tableside Guacamole, Carne Picada Enchiladas & Blackened Sea Bass Tacos. They also offer a clean-cooked paleo menu. You can tell that Salsa Brava is really focused on catering to guests with special dietary considerations, and the staff members seem very knowledgeable, too.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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Excellent Mexican gf menu. Several items to choose from. Flavor is great & staff is terrific! Unlike OTB, Salsa Bravo's chips are gf:-)

Updated 11 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Celiac

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I'm new to being gluten free with celiac disease. Me and my boyfriend went here yesterday at the powers location in Colorado Springs, and it was one of the better experiences I have had. I told the waitress I was gluten free and she was kind to tell me the chips were not gluten friendly. She also made sure to tell the kitchen I am GF, and they made my corn tortillas on a separate surface dedicated for GF items according to the waitress (I ordered the fajitas). I was pleased to hear that they are gluten friendly and they even have a GF menu on the back of the menu. They also asked if it was a preference or an allergy. I would definitely go here again.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Celiac

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Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Celiac

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So far I have not gotten sick from eating here. The waiter remembers us when we come in and gets me a separate thing of salsa with corn tortillas as the chips are not celiac safe.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Celiac

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Not celiac friendly. I love to support this and other local establishments, and the food is delicious, however my confidence has eroded after my son and I opened our takeout containers to find unwrapped flour tortillas (instead of wrapped corn tortillas) on top of our food. Called and talked with a manager who gave us two options: comp the meal or get a replacement. I chose to go back and get replacement dinners (the rest of our family had begun to eat at that point), and no discount/comp was offered even though I had to drive back to the restaurant to get our do-over dinners. Very disappointing resolution to the problem. After years of dining at the Dublin location and others, I’ve decided to take it off the “safe enough” list for me and my celiac son. This is not the first time I’ve been glutened at Salsa Brava. Very sad.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Offers online ordering
  • Offers outdoor seating
Celiac

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I went to the old location by Briargate and the food tasted fabulous. This time, my first time at their new location. All new wait staff. My carnitas were overcooked and had no flavor. I did not get sick but was disappointed in the flavor of the food. Also they only margherita they can do gf now is the skinny girl...not the one I wanted.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

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