Salsa Verde — Restaurant in Kuta Selatan

Oh, Salsa Verde. You step in expecting one thing, and you walk out having experienced something else entirely — in the best way possible. Sure, the name had me expecting some spicy Mexican fare, but this place, my friends, is where Italy kisses the Bali shores in a gastronomic dance that leaves you wanting more.

First things first — the pizza. It's not just pizza; it's a symphony of flavours playing on a crust that's the right kind of chewy and crisp, a love affair of fresh ingredients coming together in harmony. The parma ham and burrata was particularly noteworthy and we enjoyed three of them during our 8-day stay.

Speaking of mains, the chefs don't just serve you a dish; they serve you a masterpiece. Be it a pasta that wraps you in a warm hug with its homely flavours (try Pappardelle Funghi) or a meat dish cooked to perfection, melting in your mouth with a richness that speaks of expertise and love infused in each preparation (try Beef Tagliata or Chicken Saltimbocca).

Now, onto the cocktails, which are nothing short of a beachside sunset captured in a glass. The bartenders here, they're not just mixing drinks; they're crafting experiences, blending unique flavours with a finesse that promises a different kind of joy with every sip (try the Lemon Granita or their modern-take on a Negroni, the Balestrini).

But let's not forget the setting, right by the ocean where the sound of the waves adds a magical note to the dining experience. The atmosphere is just as delightful as the food, where the ocean kisses your dining experience with whispers of sea breeze, and where Italy comes to you with open arms, offering a hearty embrace in the form of amazing pizzas, mains, and cocktails.

A visit to Salsa Verde isn't just a meal; it's a mini-vacation within your vacation, a place where every element comes together to craft an experience that stays with you, warming your soul and teasing your palate with the promise of many...

Dined here last night. The location is beautiful, there's a nice ambience to the place and all the waitstaff are very friendly & attentive. I was really looking forward to the slow cooked lamb shoulder which was served with some peas & a pale green sauce. The lamb was mostly a roll of lamb fat, not very appetizing & I couldn't eat it. Still hungry, I ordered a small pasta carbonara which came drowned in a thick bright yellow sauce the colour of American burger cheese. Even my husband, (who'll eat most anything), said "what is that"!!!! It was dissapointing. I did a quick Google search for reviews & found that another lady had left a similarly poor review of the carbonara 4 months previously. Managements reply was that they would attend to the issue & rectify the problem. They obviously haven't, & don't plan to change a thing. If you want authentic pasta carbonara, with 3 simple ingredients, don't order this dish. The canoli, however, were delicious, compliments to the canoli chef. I spoke with the restuarant manager DJ, who was very polite & most apologetic. Apparently, guests have complained about the authentic dish, so now they add ricotta cheese to the sauce. I thought it best to have a quick chat with him first before leaving this 3 star review. I would visit again & order something...

This review is mostly to give the people who run the place feedback. I dined here tonight, I chose to sit down after seeing your menu had a plant based pizza. The symbols on the menu did not include the dairy symbol like all the other pizzas. The pizza was to be made with cashew cheese & Pesto. I asked the waitress to check if the pesto had cheese in it, because normally it does, and I just wanted to double check. She came back and told me that the pizza had dairy because they put mozzarella on it. I explained about the vegan cheese and the no dairy symbol on the menu item. So she went back and double checked. She told me the chef said the cashew cheese was made with dairy (which I find really hard to believe) but I took her word for it, and ordered the pizza without cheese. I’m really not sure what the situation is, Maybe Salsa Verde can clarify for me. And if indeed you do make your cashew cheese with dairy, I would suggest to actually make It without, there is no need. And if you’re not willing to change your recipe, then please change your menu symbols to be correct, so it makes dining for someone who doesn’t eat dairy a lot easier. I did enjoy my pizza in the end, but was very disappointed to have...