Salvador Molly's – Caribbean
Step into a kaleidoscopic world of global flavors where the air is thick with the scent of island spices and the sizzle of adventurous street food. The kitchen crafts a bold tapestry of tastes, ranging from the legendary, fiery challenge of habanero-laced fritters to the comforting warmth of Caribbean-inspired soul food and inventive Asian-fusion rolls. This high-energy destination transforms every meal into a sun-drenched journey across continents, perfect for those seeking a vibrant, communal feast that dances across the palate.
1523 Southwest Sunset Boulevard, Portland OR 97239 https://salvadormollys.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Caribbean
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, renal, tlc, juice-cleanse
Diet fit at Salvador Molly's
Halal at Salvador Molly's
Salvador Molly's in Portland has 10 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mango Cheesecake Bars, La Dona’s Flan and Catfish Po'Boy. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Salvador Molly's
Salvador Molly's in Portland has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Oh My Ganache! Chocolate Mousse Cake and Garlic Lime Chicken Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Salvador Molly's
Salvador Molly's in Portland has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House-Made Guacamole, Molly’s Juice Squeeze and Reed’s Ginger Brew. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Salvador Molly's
Salvador Molly's in Portland has 13 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Oh My Ganache! Chocolate Mousse Cake, Pina Colada Bread Pudding and Mango Cheesecake Bars. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Salvador Molly's
Salvador Molly's in Portland has 11 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Oh My Ganache! Chocolate Mousse Cake, Pina Colada Bread Pudding and Mango Cheesecake Bars. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at Salvador Molly's
Salvador Molly's in Portland has 17 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Oh My Ganache! Chocolate Mousse Cake, Pina Colada Bread Pudding and Mango Cheesecake Bars. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Plant-Based at Salvador Molly's
Salvador Molly's in Portland has 2 plant-based-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House-Made Guacamole and Reed’s Ginger Brew. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Anti-Inflammatory at Salvador Molly's
Salvador Molly's in Portland has 2 anti-inflammatory-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tinga Tofu Torta and Tsunami Surfer Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Salvador Molly's
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| La Cubana | 32.2 g | 62.5 g |
| Cotija Caesar | 50.3 g | 35.6 g |
| Yucatan Sunshine Bowl | 59.8 g | 28.9 g |
| Great Balls of Fire | 126.7 g | 27.7 g |
| Shanghai Cowboy Rolls | 33.1 g | 20.2 g |
| Drum Pan Jerk BBQ | 48.7 g | 19.9 g |
| Garlic Lime Chicken Soup | 4.5 g | 18.6 g |
| Tinga Tofu Torta | 23.7 g | 17.3 g |
| BBQ Pork Sliders | 54.6 g | 16 g |
| Tsunami Surfer Tacos | 3 g | 12.5 g |
| Curry Dahl with Sweet Potato Soup | 89.2 g | 6.9 g |
| Cheesy Poofs | 20.1 g | 6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate Salvador for its delicious food and generous portions, frequently noting how the intimate setting creates a truly memorable dining experience. Reviewers highlight the attentive and knowledgeable service, praising the staff for their menu expertise and warm hospitality. This spot is highly recommended by diners who appreciate the combination of high-quality flavors and a cozy, inviting atmosphere.
Menu
Appetizers
- Great Balls of Fire - $13: Famous habanero cheese fritters served with Sunshine & Pain hot sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cocos Bay Calamari - $16: Fried crisp in secret spice blend, served with Coral Reef sauce and cucumber mint raita. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cheesy Poofs - $11: Fritters of molten gooey cheese, chipotle chile, and mashed potato, served with crema and salsa molcajete.
- Shanghai Cowboy Rolls - $12.5: Three crispy eggrolls stuffed with pulled pork, black beans, eggs, sautéed cabbage, and carrot, served with mint raita and spicy teriyaki. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC
- Afro-Caribbean Bollitos - $10.5: Crunchy black-eyed pea fritters served with garlic-lime aioli and sesame-onion dip. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- House-Made Guacamole - $10.5: Classic Latin recipe with tomato, onion, and jalapeno, served with corn tortilla chips. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Rasta Rings - $10.5: Golden beer-batter dipped hand-cut onion rings with garlic-lime aioli. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Yuca Frita - $9.95: Crisp fried yuca root tossed in garlic oil, served with garlic mojo and roasted garlic habanero sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Caribbean Sunset Wings - $11.95: Crisp fried marinated chicken wings tossed in pineapple-chile glaze, served with sriracha ranch. Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Salads
- Curry Dahl with Sweet Potato Soup - $5.95: Red lentils with house-blended curry, sweet potato, and crema. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Garlic Lime Chicken Soup - $5.95: House-made chicken soup with garlic croutons, cotija cheese, and pickled onions. Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Cotija Caesar - $9.95: Romaine, garlic Caesar dressing, cotija cheese, pickled onions, and garlic-cheese croutons. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Yucatan Sunshine Bowl - $15.95: Cotija Caesar topped with black beans, rice, Yucatan chicken, cheese, salsa fresca, guacamole, crema, and pickled onions.
Main Courses
- Baja Saba Fish Tacos - $16: Beer-battered Vietnamese Saba, white corn tortillas, cabbage, garlic-lime aioli, crema, cotija, and salsa fresca. Served with rice and beans. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Kalua Mojo Pork - $20: Smoked shredded pork with onions and peppers, choice of Cuban garlic mojo or Tamarindo BBQ. Served with garlic mashers and greens.
- Tsunami Surfer Tacos - $16: Choice of Kalua pork, Yucatan chicken, Jerk chicken, or Tinga Tofu on soft corn tortillas. Served with rice and beans. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal
- Patong Beach Fish Cakes - $20: Grilled fish cakes over tomato curry with turmeric rice, mint-raita, and flatbread. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Bulgogi BBQ Tacos - $18: Bulgogi marinated steak bites on flour tortillas with spicy aioli and herb-onion crunch.
- Drum Pan Jerk BBQ - $20: Roasted chicken with ginger-mango, roasted sweet potatoes, and grilled plantains. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Louisiana King Jambalaya - $20: Chicken, smoked Creole sausage, and shrimp in Creole sauce with rice and cornbread.
- Molly's Hot Tamales - $15.5: Steamed tamales with crema, cotija, salsa fresca, and guacamole. Choice of chicken, pork, artichoke, or veggie.
- Barbados Mac Pie - $18: Elbow macaroni, sharp cheddar, and fire-roasted tomatoes baked in a banana leaf. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Tamarindo Tango BBQ Ribs - $21.95: Pork ribs with spicy-sweet-tangy Tamarindo BBQ sauce, served over sweet potato waffle fries. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
Sandwiches
- La Cubana - $15.5: Smoked pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, mustard, and garlic-lime aioli on a pressed roll.
- Pele's Volcano - $17: Pulled pork, tamarind BBQ sauce, and molten cheese on hurricane garlic fries.
- Catfish Po'Boy - $17: Fried catfish, lettuce, tomato, pickled onions, and tomato remoulade on a warm roll. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Jerk Chicken & Mango Sandwich - $15.95: Jerk chicken breast, garlic-lime aioli, mango relish, and garlic spinach.
- Tinga Tofu Torta - $15.95: Chipotle-spiced tofu, guacamole, pickled onions, lettuce, and tomato on ciabatta. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory
- BBQ Pork Sliders - $15.95: Tamarindo BBQ pork and coconut-mango slaw on slider buns.
Desserts
- Mango Cheesecake Bars - $8: Mango-flecked cream cheese filling on a graham crust with mango sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Oh My Ganache! Chocolate Mousse Cake - $9: Flourless chocolate cake with chocolate mousse and ganache glaze. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Pina Colada Bread Pudding - $8: Pineapple and coconut bread pudding with Tres Leches sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- La Dona’s Flan - $7: Vanilla custard with caramelized sugar. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Smoothies - $7: Choice of strawberry, mango, pineapple, mint, coconut, lime, banana, orange, peach, or passion fruit.
- Molly’s Juice Squeeze - $5: Mango and passion fruit purees topped with soda. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Reed’s Ginger Brew - $3.5: Ginger beer. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Mojito - $10: Fresh mint, lime, white rum, and soda.
- Margarita - $7: Tequila, triple sec, and house-made sweet & sour.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salvador Molly's
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The extensive menu features global flavors including Caribbean soul food, Asian-fusion rolls, and diverse options for dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegetarian diets.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include Great Balls of Fire, Cocos Bay Calamari, Shanghai Cowboy Rolls, Afro-Caribbean Bollitos, and Baja Saba Fish Tacos.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews for this 4.0/5 rated restaurant mention no specific concerns, instead praising the generous portions, attentive service, and high-quality flavors.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data for Salvador Molly's does not include the specific number of reviews received by the establishment.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant is suitable for families, featuring a vibrant communal atmosphere, generous portions, and warm, welcoming service.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly Caribbean spot stands out for its high-quality global flavors, generous portions, and intimate, high-energy communal dining atmosphere.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include Great Balls of Fire, Cocos Bay Calamari, Shanghai Cowboy Rolls, and the Yucatan Sunshine Bowl.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Salvador Molly's is a budget-friendly ($) Caribbean restaurant offering high-quality global flavors at an affordable price point.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) Caribbean spot offers a casual, high-energy atmosphere with an intimate setting perfect for vibrant, communal dining.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain specific hours of operation for Salvador Molly's.
- Is Salvador Molly's halal-friendly?
- Yes. Salvador Molly's has 10 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mango Cheesecake Bars, La Dona’s Flan and Catfish Po'Boy.
- What can I eat at Salvador Molly's on a halal diet?
- Mango Cheesecake Bars, La Dona’s Flan and Catfish Po'Boy carry the halal tag, out of 10 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Salvador Molly's have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including House-Made Guacamole and Molly’s Juice Squeeze.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Salvador Molly's?
- La Cubana, at roughly 62.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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