What should I order at Salt Air?
Salt Air
Charbroiled Oysters
Mentioned multiple times as a highlight and outstanding. Reviewers praised the smooth flavors that complemented but did not overpower the oysters.
Crab Cakes
Frequently recommended for being excellent and tasty, satisfying even crab cake aficionados. Served with asparagus or sauce and highly praised for flavor.
Seafood Stew / Seafood Gumbo
Multiple reviewers described the seafood stew/gumbo as amazing, delicious, and well-seasoned, making it a standout dish.
Crispy Skin Rockfish
Noted for being very good and perfectly done, often paired with appropriate vegetables and sauces.
Roasted Eggplant and Crispy Oysters
Recommended especially by vegan diners and praised for the combination of textures and flavors.
Airline Chicken
Mentioned as a 'winner' and very good chicken option among the entrees.
Roasted Squash
Appreciated as a great vegan option and highly recommended for flavor.
Hours
| Monday | 4 to 9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4 to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 4 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 4 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 4 to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 4 to 9 PM |
About Salt Air
Eatery featuring local, seasonal dishes, specialty cocktails & a kids' menu in rustic-chic digs.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is Salt Air known for?
Salt Air is best known for its crab cakes, seafood stew, and charbroiled oysters, which come up repeatedly in reviews. Guests also mention the seafood gumbo and rockfish specials as standout dishes, especially for dinner.
What dishes are most recommended at Salt Air?
Reviewers most often recommend the crab cakes, seafood stew, charbroiled oysters, seafood gumbo, crispy oyster mushrooms over roasted eggplant, and the roasted squash. The tuna, steak, airline chicken, and goat cheese spread with crispy flatbread also get strong mentions for being well prepared and satisfying.
What is the atmosphere like at Salt Air?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, intimate, romantic, and also lively when the dining room is full. It works well for couples, groups of friends, and solo diners, with reviewers noting that the staff can handle both quiet meals and busy nights.
Is Salt Air good value, and what is the price range?
Salt Air is in the $30 to $70 range, so it sits in the mid-to-upper price tier for dinner. Reviewers say the food, service, and drinks justify the cost, though one noted the crab cake was tasty but on the small side.
Do you need a reservation at Salt Air?
Yes, reservations are recommended, and reviews say it can be packed on Saturday nights with waits over an hour. Some guests were still seated without a reservation, but the wait-list and text notification system were especially helpful on busy nights.
Is parking available at Salt Air?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does Salt Air have vegetarian options?
Yes, Salt Air offers vegan options.
Is Salt Air kid-friendly?
Yes, Salt Air is good for kids.
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