Name change. $4 tacos. Had lengua, fish, and shrimp. Loved the fish taco and their condiments.read more

It's now called Compadres Tacos, the menu looks a bit different than pictured here, but it was…read moredelicious! Our party of 3 enjoyed asada tostadas, an al pastor burrito, and al pastor and chicken sopes. The meat was delicious, cooked and seasoned perfectly--no fatty or gristly bits in any of it. The portions were very generous. The salsa bar was well stocked with 5 salsas, plus pico de gallo, pickled jalapeños/carrots/onions, chopped onions and chopped cilantro. All house made and ranged from super spicy to mild. The place is off the main streets, small, nothing fancy, but the food is really authentic and delicious.

May 2026 Elko, N…read more Hmmmmm . . . 3.0 stars. Here is why. Arrived a little after 5 pm on a Friday. Two tables were already sitting. The hostess sat us in a separate room from the main dining room. It was hit brightly by the sun and felt like a second thought of leftover dining. Asked if we could sit in main dining room and she obliged. We asked about the menu and took time to review it. After some time we ordered. My husband had the chicken Alfredo and I ordered the PASTA MILANO which is described as: Chicken, Tomatoes, Mushrooms in a Roasted Garlic Cream Sauce over Penne Pasta. Sounds good right? It could have been good. But it was not. First of all, I never got chicken in the dish. The mushrooms were diced and very few in the dish. The only thing they got right was the tomatoes. I called the waitress over and told her that my dish had no chicken in it. She said well do you want some? I smiled and said well that's what the dish was supposed to come with. So I waited. Then I decided to go ahead and start eating my food because seven minutes went by and I still have no chicken. When the dish was originally served,, I asked the waitress for Parmesan cheese. She said we don't have Parmesan cheese, but we have black pepper. Huh???? of course you have Parmesan cheese. I have it on my Caesar salad. I really don't think she knew what Parmesan cheese was. I just shrugged my shoulders and took a bite of my food. Again, great concept. But the food had NO flavor. I added salt and pepper. Still nothing. I took the balsamic vinegar that was on the table and added it to the dish. There, I finally had flavor in my meal. But still no chicken. Finally, another waitress brings out a plate of squiggly worm like meat. She said, did somebody order chicken at this table? I was disgusted. First of all, it was not pleasant to see it look like that. Also, you should've offered to remake my meal, or at least take it back and mix it with the chicken. But to make me wait until my dishes is half gone and then bring over a plate of chicken is a poor decision. The chicken fettuccine had a good flavor. But the chicken was tough. Hard to chew. Not good flavor. I ordered a n/a Heineken. She brought it in a glass to the table. It was already poured so I don't know if I truly got what I ordered. Also the glass was too large for the amount of beer that was in it. Makes it look like it was half a drink. The waitress was kind, but we did not see much of her. She never offered to refill our bread basket. According to the menu, you get two baskets of bread and then if you want more you have to pay. We only got one basket of bread and never offered anymore. I was looking forward to some good pasta, and this restaurant did not deliver. Very disappointed in the service, and most definitely the food. The waitress took five dollars off of our meal, but she never explained why she did it or why she decided to take that amount of money. She never apologized for my dish, not having any protein, she never apologized for any thing. Management needs to teach staff that they can take ownership of the situation. It is OK to say you are sorry that the chicken was not put in your dish. Let's see what we can do to make it right. That would have gone so far. Instead, it left my attitude about this place as tough as the chicken in the fettuccine was.

Solid Italian restaurant ranging from the basics to specialties. Good collection of appetizers,…read morepastas, and entrees. 3 separate rooms and bar area in front. Large portions. Only small miss is we ordered an avocado caprese appetizer and didn't receive it. We got a salad instead and figured "guess it comes with the meal". When dinner came, we realized it got missed. When we got the receipt the avocado appetizer was on there - no salad. Our server never noticed. Besides that, all was good with regular water refills.

This was our first time here and we were very disappointed. Even though everything was made fresh,…read moreit was so bland and the beans were congealed. Sad it wasn't a better experience and hopefully it was just a bad night for these guys.

Never good service. Food is never what you order exactly. constantly having to throw out your money…read moreor travel all the way back to have them remake it. For this type of service just go to Taco Bell where you know you aren't going to like it. At least the burritos there aren't $12. The building is gross most of the time and loud.

Food was great. Especially liked the creamy Italian dressing on the salad. Had the prime rib with…read moremashed potatoes and seasonal veggies, it was all delicious. Kids also enjoyed the etch a sketch while we waited. Will definitely come back.

Stopped for the night in Elko. Decided to stay downtown and do a "private pub crawl". Machi's was…read morebusy on a Thursday night, we sat at the bar and had good service. Tested the Pork Cracklings, pretty solid and freshly made. The martini was good. People were friendly!

What a wonderful place to have a meal. But don't forget to bring your appetite. The meals are…read moreserved family style. You pick your entrée and they start by bringing out soup salad and with the entrée they bring side dishes. My wife had lamb chops that were seasoned very well, incredibly tender and flavorful. Our server was Anna. Very friendly and attentive. I am a lifelong fan of chicken fried steak so that is what I ordered. It came out, smothered with some incredibly good gravy. The best I have had in a long time. Like I said, bring your appetite and plan to take some food home with you. This is really a great place!

This was our first time having Basque food, and we didn't realize how much food there would be! The…read morebean soup and Ana potatoes were yummy. The rest of the sides were just okay though. But the mains were really good! The pork chop and the lamb chops were cooked perfectly, which was especially tasty covered in garlic. Overall, it was a fun experience but the sides could be better.

Incredible Steak and sides.. Fresh bread…read more. I didn't try the fish. No Prime Rib on the night I visited..

I've heard about The Star Hotel from friends, but we'd not traveled through Elko. Alas, we had our…read moreoppotunity. In sum, we really liked it and will be back. In reading reviews from others, one needs to know the style and intent of the place. People looking for sophisticated, fancy meal will be disappointed. People looking for a family style meal, with the warm and engaging people, with honest, real, good food, will be thrilled. We were there for a late lunch. Our server was extremely kind and explained the menu, process, and local favorites The Pico Punch had a touch of Vicks 44, but that's exactly what it should taste like. The quantities are huge. Cabbage soup broth was delicious. Italian bread would be better if warmed, but still good. The salad was robustly tossed and the dressing had a nice touch of garlic. The steak sandwich was tender and had an excellent marinade/flavor. Fries: very greasy and not their finest moment. We have family in Iowa and this all felt similar: Midwest friendliness, warmth, and good food. We were leaving at 445 and the line had grown to 20 for dinner! Appeared to be locals/regulars. As another noted, yes, there are brothels just down the street. Hey, it adds to the local charm!

My husband and I stopped at this yummy restaurant on our way through Battle Mountain , Nevada and…read moreloved it so much we stopped again on our way home. Both times we sat out on the cute patio as we were traveling with our dog, and dogs on a leash were permitted. The friendly waitress brought water for our dog and didn't hesitate to tell us her favorites on the menu. The restaurant was cutely decorated and we will be sure to go there again when traveling through the area. The portions were huge and food was reasonably priced. Most importantly the meals were amazing!

Only complaint is that people waiting to be seated and the hostess can literally watch you go into…read morea bathroom stall because the door opening is right in their faces. Unless you barely open the women's doors and hurry and manually shut it and wait a few seconds before entering a stall . Embarrassing. I'm sure the hostess et al have stories. . Service was very friendly. Appears clean but they could wipe down the hot sauce bottles now and then with all the crusty stuff makes you take a hard pass. I think they just keep refilling the same ol

This is the place to swing by on the way from Utah to the Bay Area. Modest exterior. Fabulous food!…read moreYou can't go wrong given the menu options. The 3 enchilada combo was great. We would definitely return next time we are on I-80.

Super good food, great service. The only downside was the water tasted really bad, but that may be…read morea city issue rather than a restaurant issue. But we would eat here again any time we're in town! Sabroso!

Not great. I'd rather go to Rubies or Underground Speakeasy. Those are fun places and not nearly as…read morecrowded as Charlees. It's so claustrophobic in Charlee's Bar. I'll probably never go back there . Never tried the food so I don't have an opinion but I know they have a food truck (The Tasty Truck) on the weekends so that might be a plus for some people.

Great people and karaoke. Don't get the Moscow mule though. They use squirt instead of ginger beer.read more

Chef Cheng's Chinese Restaurant is a hidden gem in Elko! If you're craving authentic Chinese…read moreflavors with generous portions, this is the spot. The menu is packed with classic like Hot & Sour Soup, Sweet and Sour Pork, Mongolian Beef, and the crowd favorite Honey Walnut Shrimp. Everything tastes fresh and comes out quickly, which is perfect if you're on a lunch break or just hungry after a long day. The atmosphere is cozy and casual, though the décor could use a little refresh. But honestly, the food makes up for it. Service is friendly and efficient, and prices are very reasonable for the portion sizes (you'll likely have leftovers!). Pro tip: Try the House Special Fried Rice or Cheng's Spicy Chicken. Both are packed with flavor. Parking can be a bit tight, but there's extra space behind the building near the hotel. Overall, Chef Cheng's is a solid choice for Chinese comfort food in Elko. Great for families, takeout, or anyone who loves hearty, flavorful dishes.

Still our favorite place to eat when we come to Elko. It's not much to look at, but the service is…read moreexcellent and the food much better than you'd expect in a place this far from a major city. They have been happy to veganize just about anything we've asked them to, and it's always been delicious.