Salud Beer Shop

Salud Beer Shop, nestled in the NoDa neighborhood. This joint is a beer lover's paradise, serving up brews by the can and tap, wine, and they even have non-alcoholic options for those taking it easy. With seating for 5 at the bar and about 25 in the dining area, it's cozy, intimate, and perfect for catching up with friends or making new ones.When I strolled in, the TVs were buzzing with the excitement of the Euro soccer game, making it the ideal spot to kick back and enjoy a pint and a pizza. Parking? No worries there! Just a hop, skip, and a jump to a public parking garage that'll set you back $5 an hour. Not too shabby for NoDa.The menu at Salud is short but sweet, featuring pizza, meatballs, salads, and a couple of sandwiches. But let's be real--I came here for the pizza, based on rave reviews from the local foodies. They've got a killer weekday lunch special: a cheese, margarita, or pepperoni pizza and 4 wings for a cool $15. Can't beat that deal!They offer 11 different 12-inch wood-fired pizzas, with vegan cheese available for those plant-based pals. I asked the bartender for his top pick, and he steered me towards the "El Gordo." This pie comes loaded with house red sauce, mozzarella, a dollop of ricotta, thin slices of meatball, salami, basil leaves, EVOO, sea salt, and a drizzle of house-made hot honey.The "El Gordo" arrived fresh out of the oven, piping hot and looking like a million bucks. Each slice was a work of art, with a slice of salami, a thin slice of meatball, a dollop of ricotta, basil leaves, and a drizzle of hot honey. If I had one tiny critique, it would be that the meatball could've been a bit more generous. One small sliver per slice left me wanting more of that meaty goodness.The red sauce was on point--sweet, just the way I like it. The mozzarella was plentiful, maybe even a bit too plentiful, as it turned the crust a bit greasy and soggy. And while the hot honey was a nice touch, I wish there had been more of it to really amp up the flavor. The crust itself was on the softer side, so if you're a fan of a crispier bite, I'd recommend asking them to cook it a bit longer.All in all, Salud Beer Shop is definitely a spot I'd return to, especially with a friend to share a pie and some wings. And if you're a beer connoisseur, this place should be on your must-visit list.

Salud Beer Shop is an award winning bottle shop and beer bar located in the NoDa neighborhood. NoDa is known as a former industrial district containing mostly textile mills, that saw rebirth as an arts district and a popular hang out for creatives. Salud captures the alternative style of NoDa very well. It has a heady atmosphere, the walls adorned with everything from soccer flags, to vintage sports and concert posters, to random knick knacks. The store is lined with many different often hard to find beers and other alcoholic beverages. You can choose to buy a bottle and enjoy it in the store, take it to go, or if you prefer to try something on tap they have a small bar area as well. Upstairs you'll find their sister concept Salud Cerveceria which I have reviewed as well. Beer isn't the only thing these two locations have though as they have some sneaky good food. Most popular are their pizzas which are generally served as personal pies, but they also have some really good sandwiches made on house focaccia including a killer spin on the meatball sub they call the Players Ball. The service here isn't hurried or fast. Most of the time the bartender is chatting with locals and regulars so don't come in here trying to rush them. This is a laid back place, great to grab some drinks with friends. If the weather is nice out the best place to be is their side patio which lies directly across from the Mercury NoDa apartments. Salud isn't a regular spot for me, but it deserves acknowledgement as a neighborhood staple, and an overall cool place to be.

Salud is still good after all these years, but they've transformed for the better. Admittedly, I always order delivery from them even though I live in the neighborhood, so I can't speak to the current in-house service or the ambiance. But as for the food, it is my lazy night pizza go-to, and it never disappoints. My favorite is the El Gordo with pepperoni. It is the quintessential meat-lovers pizza taken to the next level with hot honey and whipped ricotta. I usually eat half and then save the rest for lunch the next day. It heats up nicely in the microwave or the oven. In true Salud fashion, there are still many vegan options, making this an excellent place to come if you have a friend group with varying dietary needs or for a meatless Monday. Salad continues to be a NoDa staple, and for good reason, you won't be disappointed.

The reigning champion of all bottle shops in NC ! Magically delicious food and a smorgasbord of delicious IPA's and stouts. I get very excited every time when visiting this bottle shop. 5 Stars.....

Reposting here since I got a rude comment from Jason saying I posted on the wrong business (which I deleted after knowing this). Also, way to hitch on that when it was the service in your place of business and the drinks that wasn't up to par? Umm...maybe don't have confusing names for businesses that are part of the same building when checking in??? I actually used to love this place, but I feel like this is one of those places that changed as Noda in general has changed. A few years ago, I used to love to come here with my sis and play Super Mario whilst grabbing a drink and everyone was pretty kind and open. Now, in 2024, I've been back and the vibe is sooooo off from what it used to be and the service matches it. I went with my pup, Leila, to grab a drink and chill before heading home, but the service was very unkind and the drink was not great. Look, I get that Salud is more of a beer place, but don't bother even offering sparkling wine if you're not going to offer something halfway decent. Their sparkling wine by the glass is not good at all, and I flipping love sparkling wine. Theirs hurt my stomach and just didn't taste good at all - not palatable. And when I said this to the person serving me, in the kindest way possible, he just rolled his eyes and dismissed it and said "no one else had a problem with it". I'm just so disappointed in this place because I used to love coming here in 2018, but fast forward a few years and this place is abysmal. Just walk a few blocks over for a better place.

Great service. Great beer selection. Great vibes. Enjoyed my recent visit. Tried the Detroit style pizza special and got a great seasonal brew.

Amazing pizza and food! Lots of unique beers to purchase on the shelves or enjoy at the bar. Love watching the soccer games here. Patio is lovely with the breeze and picnic tables. Good place to chat with locals and peek the dog bar across the street. Upstairs is larger with games and lounge areas.

Honestly, I just came here to pass the time while we waited for another bar to open up down the street. When I arrived with my friends it was VERY quiet and we kind of felt awkward when we arrived just because of how quiet it was. There was no music at all. They have a big open floor plan with plenty of seat options to choose from. From regular dining, it is tabled to a more lounge couch, sofa style. Their decorations were chic and modern, and they also had merchandise if you wanted to buy something. The only thing off about the place was that they didn't have music playing at all and it wasn't until about an Hr later when we realized they turned the music on so the vibe instantly changed after. We didn't stay too long. Just ordered a glass of wine, and that's it. I definitely would come back, though again. It seems like a cool spot to chill at if you don't feel like walking far.

This place never seems to be crowded during the weekend mornings and I don't understand why. It's got one of the best breakfast burritos I've ever had, great coffee & tea options, and a cozy atmosphere upstairs. It's WAY more than just a beer shop

Went to salad beer shop on Friday and was blown away. It has a true hole in the wall kind of ambiance, with a bar and maybe 4 tables worth of seating giving it a very close and warm vibe. The bartender was also very friendly and also acted as a waiter who was simultaneously pouring drinks, greeting customers, and grabbing pizzas. Additionally to the cool vibe, I thought the food was very good! The pizza was crispy and had some great flavors! The cheese, meat, and sauce were all superb and will definitely get another pie soon.Overall I recommend this place for pizza or a beer. They have sports on the tv and everyone is a friend in the shop.