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! read more

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Last minute change in plans led me to Elie's, and I'm so glad it worked out that way. It was a gray and windy day in Omaha, but as soon as I walked in the door of Elie's it was like stepping into a little slice of island life. The interior is bright, yet welcoming. The music is invigorating and uplifting. The mood was set and I couldn't wait to try out the food. While everything sounded tasty, I went with the tostones with shrimp and a guanabana drink. I arrived during lunch time on a Friday, so my food came out pretty quickly. The tostones were hot and crispy, the shrimp garlicky and juicy. The guanabana drink was sweet and the serving generous. Both definitely hit the spot. The service was great in the beginning, but there was a change in servers during my meal and they appeared to have forgotten about me. Closing out the bill took longer than I expected and felt like I waiting around to leave. Overall, I would consider returning since the food was really good and would recommend others to check this place out. read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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. read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Queso Fresco Frito (Fried Cheese) - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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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! read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Pork sandwich and fried plantains - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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! read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Queso Fresca Frito - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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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 read more

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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! read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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. read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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

Elie’s Chinchorro - The meal for 4-6 - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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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. read more

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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! read more

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Omg I feel in Puerto Rico !!! Makes me cry the music and the drinks . Por Dios me sentí en casita read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Neverita !!!! - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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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. read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Plantain tacos, fish version - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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. read more

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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. read more

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fast & friendly service with delicious food and decor!! well worth the time, definitely going to be back soon. the plating is so gorgeous too, you can really tell how much care they put into their work! read more

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This charming Caribbean spot in N. Downtown across from Creighton is authentic deliciousness. Elie greeted us at our table and our server was very helpful with the menu. Roast pork came with a fresh vinaigrette salad and Puerto Rican rice (think herbs, spices, black beans and olives). The Cuban sandwich came with crisp fries and a dish of plump shrimp came with a warm vinaigrette salad, rice and flavorful black beans. Looking for something different? Give this sweet spot a try. We will be back! read more

We loved the atmosphere, this restaurant is so cute and colorful! Service was excellent and they took their time to explain the menu for those who may not be so familiar with the options. We want to go back and give it another go but we were not in love with the food or our choices. read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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The Jibarito Sandwich was so delicious, and I paired it with a Sprite. The waitstaff was really attentive and gave us the food as it came. Ambiance was chill, had a view of the road and music was playing, so it made for a good eating experience. The parking can be tough and minimal, so carpool if you can, or walk if you live nearby. read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Jibarito Sandwich - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Well I came back again to this fine establishment. It was a Friday. Very busy but always accommodating very helpful as always I ordered the roast pork. I wish I remembered the name but shredded roast pork with onion and a potato side so yummy. Made my day from a long shopping trip. The broth that came with it had the right umami. Staff is always nice. And the vibe is always busy and friendly. You Can't go wrong eating here. read more

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Oh my God!!!! Hands down the best Puerto Rican food in town!! The Cuban sandwich was one of the best I have ever had. All of the food was delicious!!! The atmosphere was great and pet friendly patio. Inside was cozy with a great view of downtown. read more

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The food really is great and I love different! The plantain tacos in the appetizer menu are phenomenal and honestly could be an entree. The empanadas are excellent, but a little on the pricey side. The restaurant is festive and clean. The big challenge at this particular restaurant continues to be the service and lack of availability of items on the menu. Our server was not aware of one of the signature drinks on the menu I needed to check in with the bartender. Once we got that squared away, we began to order and found that many of the items we were ordering were not available. The food quality outshines service glitches and we will give them another chance while they get their team up to speed. Yum! read more

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We had dinner at Elie's tonight and had an amazing experience. It was fairly busy at dinner time, but the service was still great! I had a pina colada and it was so delicious and fresh. Next we started with several great appetizers-Papa Rellena Frita, Alcapurrias, Masitas de Pesca'o. All delicious and would highly recommend. For our entree we had the Ay'Bendito/Mofongo with shrimp and Tripleta Sandwich. Both were so amazing. The atmosphere is very fun and welcoming, Elie brought our appetizers out and it was so much fun to meet her. We will definitely be back!! read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Mofongo with Shrimp - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

As a self-proclaimed beverage goblin, I dove into my visit with a trusty trio: water, pop, and (of course) a mojito. And not just any mojito, folks--Elie's mojitos are a revelation. I'm annoyingly picky about these minty masterpieces, and let me tell you, theirs are top-tier. I will never not get one. NEVER. It's a life rule now. The food? Oh, it started with a full-on garlic bread takedown--no survivors. Then came the appetizers: beef turnover, chicken chicharrón, and fried pork chunks. We ordered way too much, but do I regret it? Not a chance. Each dish was a crispy, savory dream. I will absolutely overindulge again. It's a tradition at this point. For the main course, we played it "smart" (ha) and shared the Cubano. This towering slice of sandwich heaven came with perfectly crispy fries and a garlicky aioli that deserves its own fan club. Naturally, I couldn't stop there and added a side of Mampostea'o rice. OMG. The rice was so flavorful I nearly made room in my already-overstuffed stomach to finish it, but hey, leftover Cubano = tomorrow's win. Pro tip: pop that baby in the air fryer for a next-day experience that'll make you weep with joy. Service & Vibes: Elie's team always nails it. Drinks stay full, smiles abound, and Elie herself graces the tableside with a warmth that makes you feel like a VIP. The ambiance? Utterly charming. Fairy lights, Puerto Rican flair, and upbeat music that makes you chair dance (yes, I do this--no shame). Sitting by the window adds a dash of downtown drama--buses, cop cars, and the urban hustle as your dinner backdrop. It's oddly perfect. Parking can get a bit dicey later in the evening, but honestly, I'd fight for a spot just for another mojito and a seat in this cozy little paradise. Final Verdict: If you haven't been to Elie's yet, what are you even doing with your life? Go. Eat. Drink. Dance (in your chair, probably). You won't regret it. read more

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Ordered to-go. Food was good. Order was done very quickly. Friendly staff. Place was busy but good vibes read more

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Authentic Puertorican food with a little twist . Presentation is great. In my experience, from Puerto Rico to Tampa and Jacksonville. Best mofongo ever. Place is small bur cozy, staff is amazing. If you feel your food ie taking a bit long, its because these dishes takes time to prepared and plated, Waiting is worthy.... Keep in mind, the restaurant is small, maybe 4 to 6 parking spaces including handicap. read more

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Elie's is the perfect getaway from the business of downtown Omaha. The atmosphere is welcoming with music straight from Puerto Rico. The service was quick and easy, and they gave some great recommendations for food. I had the vegetable tacos which were good, just a bit messy and different from what I expected with the plantain shell. It was soft and thick reminding me more of a corn tortilla which isn't my favorite. Overall the flavors were good with an amazing side of hot salsa, but the prices are higher than what I expected. Expect good food and great ambiance with the downtown price point. read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Vegetable tacos - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

I've heard good things about this place and let me tell you, it did not disappoint! Es un pedacito de la isla en medio del Midwest. For starters I got la Papa rellena which are little potato balls filled with yummy meaty goodness. I was craving arroz con gandules so I naturally ordered the Cerdo Frito (fried pork cubes) served with Arroz con Gandules (puerto rican rice with lentils) and a side salad. The passion fruit mojito was so delicious and perfectly balanced, not too sweet, not too minty with the perfect amount of ice. The atmosphere is very laid back and casual, they have one large long table to accommodate a large party and the background music is loud enough to enjoy but also talk over it comfortably. The service was friendly. This is a place I would definitely return to with friends and family. read more

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Nice place to have Puerto Rican food and drinks. The staff is friendly but it did took a while for them to take our order. The parking lot is small so it might be hard to find parking around the restaurant. Overall it is nice place with great atmosphere! read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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Ok I hate only giving 3 stars but unfortunately it's that for me. If I would have just had the turnovers like my wife this would be 4 stars as they were good. Service was absolutely amazing as well! No complaints there. I had the pork mofongo. The meat was really chewweeeeeee! Usually fried pork it's absolutely delicious. This meat was fatty, tough and chewy. The overall flavors of the mofongo were kinda bland even with the broth. Will be back but try something else. read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Fried pork Mofongo - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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I did not have a great experience here. I ordered a dish that was plantain chips and pork with 3 sauces poured on top. I can't remember the exact name or details but I am just so over it that I don't want to look at the menu to check. Dry, and all this mayonnaise. Barely above room temperature. My friend Nicole loved the burger she got (and took this beautiful photo of). The music was loud and we needed to yell when talking to each other. Service was very slow. Our server was very sweet. It was her first day and she was doing her best. Wish that businesses in general would provide better support for new hires. Very disappointing overall. I didn't even have the desire to bring the leftovers home. Luckily Nicole put them in a box (I know she'll read this, otherwise I wouldn't have put it in the review hahaha). I feel like having them as leftovers will not improve anything. read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Plantain chips, pork, sauces. I can't remember the name and was NOT a fan of - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Elie's Chinchorro was a lackluster experience for us. The food was good, but the service and time to get ordered was not good. The place is very cute inside and somewhere I had been wanting to try for a while. We were sat right away. We were one of 7 tables when we arrived so not crazy busy or anything. Waters and menus came out quick and some complimentary bread showed up soon after which was very tasty. The issues started after that we didn't have our order taken or see our server for 45 minutes. There were multiple servers helping other tables just not ours. Once we finally got our order taken the food took another 20 minutes or so which is completely fine in my opinion. Everything came out fresh. We had a beef and pork empandilla. The pork was definitely the star of the two, had awesome depth of flavors bouncing around your mouth. Beef was still good just would stick with pork next time. We wanted to try multiple things so we ordered the Truya which is a sampler platter, the plantains were very good, the chicken chiccaron and fried pork were both good. The turnover and alcapurria were also good just wish we had a salsa of sorts to put on them to help with some dryness. I also ordered the pernil al horno plate. The roasted pork was very good, ton of flavor, not dried out at all. The habichuelas (beans) were amazing tons of flavor used them as a dipping sauce for some of the platter items since we didn't have salsas. Overall the food is good if you don't mind waiting a long long time for service. Would maybe try it again for apps and drinks. Not sure I'd be back for lunch/dinner without a tester of service for drinks and apps. read more

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Regretfully, I'm writing this a few weeks too late and I no longer remember the exact dishes that we tried. However, what I do remember is warm hospitality, truly delicious and dynamic meals, and a fun atmosphere. One of the meals we ordered had a sizable but thinly prepared slice of beef that I have continued to think about. The marinade was SO good, and I was very impressed with the overall presentation as well. read more

This place was great. The food is amazing and the atmosphere is nice. Ellie was very gracious and willing to share recipes with me. The service was excellent as well. This is the only Puerto Rican restaurant in the city and is exactly what the food scene needs. I saw a review about slow service and that was not my experience. I would encourage you to come here and have some grace for f service is slow. This is truly a family business and what we need in Omaha read more

I was visiting Omaha and walked here as it was near where I was staying. The empanadas and the chicken tacos were excellent - some of the best I've had in a while. Fresh ingredients and very flavorful. Not too spicy, and a good 3 taco portion. Price seemed far and I may go again while I'm in Omaha. Give it a try if you like Caribbean Hispanic dishes. read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Chicken tacos - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

This place in downtown Omaha is fantastic!!. The service is amazing, and the Mofongo! The best I ever had and I have been to Puerto Rico and Vieques. read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Biofongo with red snapper!! - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

My review doesn't have to do with the food but the service. I ordered the shrimp plate and asked for beans and rice as my side. Every bite of the food was super seasoned and delicious. The garlic toast app they hand out when you arrive was also very good. To drink I ordered a piña colada without alcohol. The reason why I gave 3 stars is because though friendly when my friend, her daughter, and I got seated we were the only people on the restaurant. They took our orders everything was fine but then we waited and waited no food. Then about 20 minutes later her daughter received her meal. Then we waited and waited no food had arrived for my friend and I. And we were still the only customers. Time passed and another family entered. We waited until 2:30 which had been an hour after we ordered and we have to tell the staff to wrap up our food as we had to leave and get to a meeting. They apologized and let us know that there had been problem with their ticket system. It put in her daughters order and not ours. I understand things happen with technology but we were the only customers within 10 ft away and they didn't check on us or our order during this long waiting period they just chatted at the bar. Like I said food was great but we had to rush off and not eat our lunch because of this. read more

Elie’s Chinchorro - Puerto Rican Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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This place is fantastic! Food is great. Pedro was the bartender. We sat at the bar. Pedro is friendly. He is passionate the drinks what he makes. Fun atmosphere read more

The space has moved from the original location to a much larger, spacious venue. The decor is relaxing, bright, and inviting. Never having been there before and never having had Puerto Rican food, I asked questions and our waitress patiently explained the menu items, which were totally foreign to me. Most of the items seemed to be plantain based. Big Bro got a sandwich called jibarito. It had pork, some other meat, and plantains instead of bread. It was huge and awkward to eat. He thought it would be spicy instead of sweet and would not get it again. I ordered a vegetable burundango which was little fried plantain bowls filled with boiled vegetables. It came out at least 10 minutes before my brother's food. The server was a different person than the order taker and didn't know the name of the dish. He put it in the middle of the table like an appetizer, which it was not. By the time the sandwich came out, my food was cold. I think it would have been better while still warm. If I was familiar with Puerto Rican food, I would love having a place to go to get my fix. I'll probably try it again, but my first go round was just ok. read more

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We tried Ellie's Chinchurros on 16th and Cuming tonight. They have a small parking lot but we were able to find off street parking just around the corner. Just the two of us , we were seated quickly, received 3 slices of garlic toast and waters. I had a delicious Pina Colada and hubs had Long Island tea. They were out of pizza empanadillas so we had a Carne Empanadilla each. All of those were served within adequate time. The meals, however seemed to take a long time to time. I ordered the Ellie burger and hubs had cheese steak. We both felt that we could have each ordered additional empanadillas instead of the meals. We were stuffed! The owner, Ellie, did personally come to the table for a couple of minutes which I thought was fantastic. I hope she continues to do that. Love the atmosphere and the umbrellas outside are so cute. Total bill for the two of us was about $68 read more

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