Salad Shoppe
Salad Bar, Vegan Salads, Buffet
Vegan options
Poor vegan options ★ 3.9 (218) · $ · Restaurant · American, Salad, Buffet · Hours
Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating
Popular tips: "Try the make-your-own salad bar for a fresh variety of veggies and toppings"
Must-try: bowl
Praised for: friendly service, affordable
A casual spot with a sizable make-your-own salad bar featuring fresh vegetables and three daily soup options. The all-you-can-eat buffet is well-priced, making it popular for affordable solo dining. While generally clean and welcoming, some customers have noted occasional issues with fruit flies and table cleanliness.
schedule
Hours
Sunday Closed
Monday Closed
Tuesday 10 AM-8 PM
Wednesday 10 AM-8 PM
Thursday 10 AM-5 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
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Next to CVS, 1138 S Main St, Salinas, CA 93901
Vegan Friendliness
iPoor vegan options
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- VEGAN OPTIONS Many · 5–10 dishes
- MENU Poorly marked
- STAFF Basic understanding
- PROTEIN beans, nuts, seeds
Some users reported cross-contamination — worth asking about sauces before ordering.
Others mentioned staff aren't always sure about ingredients.
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