Roasted, not raw
The blistered skins are left in the batch. That is the smoky flavor, and it is the difference between this and a jar off a shelf.
The house favorite
Red Roasted Salsa
Rich, smoky, and full of bold roasted flavor — the jar most people come back for a second time.
HeatMedium · 3/5
What it is
Why we make it this way.
Roasting is the whole point of this one. Tomatoes, chiles, onion and garlic go over heat until the skins blister and char, and that char is where the smoke comes from. It is a middle-of-the-road heat with a lot of depth, which is why it is the safest jar to buy if you are buying for a crowd.
- Chips & a cold drink
- Over our pork tamales
- Scrambled eggs
- Grilled tri-tip
Worth knowing
Three things about it.
Medium heat, big flavor
Warm rather than punishing. Most people who say they do not like spicy food are fine with this one.
The all-rounder
Chips, eggs, carnitas, burritos, a spoon over rice. If you only keep one salsa in the fridge, keep this one.
Where to find us
Two markets, every week.
Both in downtown Chico, a few blocks apart. Thursday evenings in season, Saturday mornings all year round.
Thursday Night Market
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Downtown Chico
Main St & Broadway between 2nd and 4th, plus City Plaza
Seasonal · April 9 – September 24, 2026
Saturday Farmers Market
7:30am – 1:00pm
Downtown Chico Municipal Parking Lot
E 2nd St & Wall St, Chico, CA
Year round, rain or shine
Making a special trip? Check our Facebook page or call (530) 783-7211 first — private bookings and bad weather do occasionally keep us off the street.
Goes with
The rest of our salsas.
For the heat seekers
Verde Hot Salsa
Bright, zesty, and packs the perfect spicy punch — tomatillo green, and the hottest jar we make.
HeatHot · 5/5
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Everybody can eat this one
Mild Orange Salsa
Smooth and mellow with just a hint of tangy sweetness — the jar for kids, grandparents and anyone who does not want to sweat.
HeatMild · 1/5
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Try it risk free
100% satisfaction guaranteed.
We know food has to look as good as it tastes. Every batch is prepared with care — and if you are not satisfied, we will go the extra mile to make it right.
Still not sure?
Frequently asked questions.
How hot is the Red Roasted, really?
Medium — about a 3 out of 5 on our own scale. It is smoky first and hot second. If you want the heat to be the headline, take the Verde Hot instead.
Is it chunky or smooth?
Chunky. You can see the tomato and the char in it, because we do not run it until it turns into sauce.
Family owned. Best tamales and salsa in the North State.
Want red roasted salsa at your event?
Party packs by the dozen or full catering. Call (530) 783-7211, text (530) 354-0173, or send us the details for a free quote.