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    Elie’s Chinchorro

    4.5 (102 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    Queso Fresco Frito (Fried Cheese)
    Jan M.

    I came in to try this well spoken restaurant in downtown Omaha. Atmosphere was very cute and tropical. I had to park on the street since they don't have much parking. The server was charismatic and helpful when it came to questions on the menu and drinks. Not in the photos which I tried: "parcha" / passion fruit drink. Highly recommend. Food took a while to arrive. We were a party of three. The Queso Fresco Frito (Fried Cheese) was yummy and the sauce was recommended by the server. It was a sweet sauce and the fried cheese balls went well with it. The photo with the Puerto Rican flag is mofongo. This was different and out of my comfort zone but it was filling and I had enough to take some in a to go box. Overall, great experience. I hope they had more parking spaces on their lot.

    Pork sandwich and fried plantains
    Audrey E.

    After driving by dozens of times and meaning to stop in, Elie's lived up to my hopes! I got the roast pork sandwich and it was DELICIOUS - it was juicy, crisp, and a great size - the fries on the side were also pretty tasty. I also ordered some fried plantains and could not recommend them any more highly. Our server was very nice and we got our lunch pretty quick. The restaurant has a fun vibe to it, I'll definitely be going back to try some more soon!

    Queso Fresca Frito
    Sondra Z.

    What a fun place! Great addition and variety to the Omaha food scene. The powdered sugar covered fried cheese (Queso Fresca Frito) was odd but yummy and the main course with delicious. Definitely one to check out when down by the stadium!

    Cuban Sandwich
    Karina O.

    We came here on a Thursday night to celebrate my mom's birthday and had such a great time. The staff was amazing and made sure we felt taken care of the entire evening. The decor and ambiance are truly unmatched. It's such a fun, tropical escape right here in the Midwest. I honestly wish Omaha had more spots like this. I'd love to come back when they have live music and dancing because I can only imagine how fun the energy would be. Most of the table ordered the Despelote to share, and it was perfect for a group. So many meats and sides, and plenty to go around. I ordered the Cuban Sandwich for myself and was really happy with it. The flavors were spot on, and the fries were super crispy and fresh. My husband ordered the Jibarito sandwich with chicken and really enjoyed it. He doesn't usually go for fried plantains, but he was pleasantly surprised by how much he liked them in the sandwich. We'll definitely be back again soon!

    Camaron Platos
    Hanay W.

    Who would've thought my favorite Omaha restaurant would be Caribbeans food??? Popped in during a lunch break and absolutely loved it. I was greeted warmly and taken care of as a solo diner. The space is decorated beautifully, clean, with lots of color and representation. They start you off with complimentary toasted bread. I started with a chicken empanadilla which was juicy and sooo flavorful. It was hot and you could tell it was fresh out the frier. My entree was the Camarones Platos which did not disappoint. All the food items were full of flavor and really delicious. I had a great time here for lunch and highly recommend

    Toya C.

    Elie's had a lot of charm packed into a small building. They have live music (not sure if it's every night) and space for dancing. I had tacos and rum punch and I give them two thumbs up. My friend said the piña colada is a secret family recipe and really good. I don't like coconut so I'll take her word for it. There's a green wall where you can take pictures.

    Denise W.

    The location is very aesthetically pleasing. A good spot for pictures. We were greeted upon entry. I Went earlier in the day on a Friday so they wasn't busy at all. The owner was very sweet and welcoming. The food wasn't my favorite and pretty pricey for what we got. If you like a good strong drink I would not recommend the drinks they were good but not worth the buck. The parking is horrible in this area even though we came mid day we still had to park down the street from the restaurant. Their on site parking lot only holds about 6 cars and it was full.

    The meal for 4-6
    Danielle B.

    The food, service and ambiance was all amazing. Everything we ate was delicious. Extremely attentive service. I would highly recommend

    Plantain tacos, fish version
    Stephanie A.

    Stopped by on a whim and now we have a new favorite lunch spot! A welcoming space, plenty of natural light, cheery staff and flags greeted us. Our server helped us choose the Cuban sandwich and from the appetizer menu the plantain tacos with fish for the protein. The food was delicious! The best Cuban sandwich we have had in over a decade, served with fries and yummy aioli; and the tacos nestled into plantain tortillas?? were perfect for lunch. If the parking lot is full, there is plenty of parking on the street to the east and north.

    Bread
    Nathan D.

    Eclectic | portions | simple Eclectic - The overall aesthetic is eclectic, with a vibrant mix of Hispanic-inspired decor and playful design elements. There's a fun Instagram-worthy wall for photos, colorful flags draped like a bar canopy, and eye-catching art pieces--even some hanging from the ceiling. The space gives off a lively, energetic vibe that makes it feel unique and full of personality. Portions - The portions here are generous, so definitely bring your appetite. For the amount of food you get, the price offers great value--it's a solid deal, especially for a new spot in the area. Simple - The menu is relatively simple, with a solid variety of sections that keep things approachable. It includes the classics you'd expect from a Hispanic restaurant, along with a few regional items that add unique flair and may pique your interest. Pro tip: Staff are warm, energetic, and happy to offer recommendations. However, seating is limited, and it's closely tied to the small parking lot--so if the lot is full, the restaurant likely is too. That said, parking is typically easy to find, making it a convenient grab-and-go option if you want to stroll through the nearby shops.

    Haley J.

    Stopped by in the evening on a Thursday around 5:15pm for dinner! They were decently busy, people in and out all the time, they were turning tables quick! Service was on top of it, helping talk us through the menu because we didn't know about anything, recommended items, etc! The food to me was authentic Puerto Rican cuisine, nothing I have ever tasted before! It was all delicious! Came out quick, hot, correct, perfect! They let us know they do brunch & Saturday night dancing as well! They have a small parking lot but there is street parking. There is bar seating & normal table seating, and patio!

    Parcha/Passion Fruit Caipirinha
    Sara F.

    Elie's Chinchorro was such a hit! Our server was fabulous; offering many recommendations, including the delicious Caipirinha cocktail and volcano margarita.The beef in the beef empanadas had so much dimension with a scratch-made rich dough. The Pernil/Roast Pork Mofongo included juicy and tender shredded pork on top of seasoned plantains. Elie also made 'the rounds' at end of the meal--she's such a delight! It's also beautiful inside.

    Miranda S.

    I need to give a special shout out to Robbie and his manager. There was a mix up with my order and they went *above and beyond* to make it right. My tamarind cocktail was 10/10 and the band was excellent. We arrived about 30 minutes before close but that made no impact in our epic service. Would go again!

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    My go to place when I visit Omaha. I've tried three different dishes and enjoyed them all. Staff very nice and attentive.

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    Overwhelmingly average. This is a nice feeling restaurant, clean and has a modern feel to it but…read morebetween small portions, high prices and underwhelming flavors it felt like we were paying more for the *environment* than the food. You can get better, more authentic food at literally any taco truck in South Omaha at less than half the price per taco. This just didn't feel worth the money and we ended up going across the street for dumplings immediately following dinner because *nobody finished anything*. Nothing really stood out as special, which is disappointing considering each individual taco you order is $5-6. - shrimp and bacon: well seasoned and that aioli really complemented the shrimp. Not impressed that it only had 3 shrimp on it and I'm not sure if bacon was added. - Mushroom: ... this one was everybody's least favorite. It was DRY and tasted like smoke. Nothing was added to give it some moisture and it felt like an attempt to make a mushroom taste like meat but it didn't go well. - carnitas and chicken: both of these fall into the same category of nothing to write home about but meet what you'd expect. - Brisket: this one was the best of the day, hands down. I wouldn't say it saved the evening but it was the best meat on the menu. Only note was it made the single tortilla really wet so as soon as I picked it up the tortilla ripped in half. Not complaining about it though as it was the only thing that felt worth the money. - seared tuna: also shockingly dry?? It's barely cooked, how is it dry?? Bland. - El Jefe (rice bowl): once again brisket saved the day but the rice was soggy and I just wasn't impressed especially at the price point. - esquites: not up to par with elote or other esquites I've had... this was the start of our dinner and it was on the bottom with the mushroom taco. The portion size was also incredibly small. We ordered 3 for the table and none returned to the kitchen empty. Our waitress was plenty friendly and prompt- we DID enjoy the service. Ultimately though, we all feel like we wasted our money here.

    This was so good! Great place to come downtown and get some tasty tacos and strong margaritas. The…read morechips and salsa trio was great. Fresh crunchy chips with unique salsas. The house margarita and strawberry margarita were top notch. They were sweet and strong!! The 3 taco special is a great deal. The brisket tacos were awesome, and the chipotle aioli really complimented them. The rice was cooked great and the beans were tasty too. Our server was super friendly, and we were given a table with no wait time. This place was really pretty and is in a good location, next to hotels and other spots.

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