ELEMI Restaurant

The food here was amazing! From the taste and presentation of the food coming out! The service was very attentive with the food and drinks. I recommend the NY tacos as those and the duck tacos are the best in my opinion. I love how you are able to do mix and match. For appetizer I do recommend getting the Brussels sprouts. Don’t get the corn because it’s way too filling for one person. Only get that if you’re eating with 2 people. The food however I think overall is slightly over priced by $2-3 but it’s for sure worth the experience!

My husband and I snuck out on a late Saturday evening, leaving our son with his grandparents, in order for a little mental health break. We had been eyeing this restaurant for months but just hadn’t had the chance to go. I am kicking myself now. I could have been eating this place all this time?! From the excellent service, to the beautiful plating and presentation, all the way down to the quality ingredients and complex flavors….i didn’t want to leave! It was a reasonably priced dinner for two considering the quality of the food. I was even able to get a delicious mocktail (over 800 days sober)! For alcohol drinkers, there are plenty of options for sipping tequilas and mixed drinks. The restaurant is small and cozy, expect a bit of a wait if you go at probable busy times (weekends, etc), my husband and I sat at the bar and had the best time. We will definitely be back very soon. Highlights? The esquite for an appetizer and the arroz con leche for dessert. I didn’t even get pictures of those plates, they did not last long! The flautas are pictured with the review…drool worthy! I am gluten free due to celiac disease and I was so pleased to find out that most menu items were gluten free! It felt so good to know that the staff was well trained on their food ingredients and preparation. We will definitely be returning, soon, hopefully!

A restaurant with a different vibe. I liked it. The food, was different. For appetizer we got the TLAYUDA DEL MOMENTO, which is a pizza type dish with beans, chorizo, cheese and some veggie toppings. It was pretty good. And they only serve this dish on Thursdays. Had two different tacos, the Campechano and Gaonera de Lomo. The Gaonera de Lomo was yummy and tasty. The Campechano had to much going on and couldn't get a good flavor to it. My Girlfriend ordered the Flautas Costilla de Res. They came in a bowl on top of some red tomato sauce. Although good, They did lacked a bit of flavor. The Mango cider was also goots.

I wish it was closer to me so I could go more! For starters, we had the corn (a bit salty), the Brussels sprouts w balsamic and goat cheese (classic combo), and the gringa, similar to an open quesadilla w al pastor, grilled pineapple, and some toppings. Overall, Good flavors.i ordered the Hemingway or "heminggüey" and the Tamarindo daiquiri. Both were too tart for my liking and had so much tajin in the rim, but maybe for others would be ok. Service was good, the food was unique and delicious. Al i also had the aros con Leche, which was actually Chia seeds in a coconut milk with coconut flakes, berries and toasted pecans. It was so good! Will be back when im in the area.

Great place for superb Mexican cuisine! Great service and food by James Beard Foundation Award finalist, Chef Emiliano Marentes. Everything from the food to the cocktails is unique and great tasting. The Papitas Fundidas and Conejito Pibil are a must along with many traditional and contemporary menu items. The Oaxacan Old Fashioned (mezcal-based) is very unique and delicious! And if mezcal is not your thing, no worries! Their Tequila-based Hemingüey is amazing! Their homemade blue corn tortillas are out of this world! This restaurant is a must-try for both local El Pasoens and those visiting our beautiful city for the first time.

I had an excellent experience here. I went with my wife, ordered 2 tacos each. The beef and the pork options. And we shared both plates, so each one gets to try both options. My only disappointment is that food names are mainly in Spanish, which makes it challenging for non-Spanish speaking people like me (I know that’s very few percentage in El Paso, but we do exist). The food was excellent. Literally one of the best tacos I ever had. Never realized that tacos can be a gourmet experience! The beef brisket option specifically is fantastic. We also go drinks, mango beer and spicy margaritas. Both options were excellent Staff is super friendly and service is top notch. Place is clean and well organized. I would recommend overall. I would advise the owner to make an additional menu with English food names so it makes it easier for non Spanish speakers to understand.

Love that you can mix and match your 2 tacos on your plate. Good place to get drinks with your food. Prices are great for the high quality ingredients used. They have duck and rabbit on their menu and are well paired in their tacos. Our only complaint is that the brisket tacos are too salty unless you're eating them with the salsa that they are supposed to come with (so don't ask for it off/on the side). But the brisket was so masterfully prepared that I almost thought it was barbacoa. Music and atmosphere is more of romantic/upscale Mexican.

Delicious, fresh, authentic, refreshingly different and reasonably priced. Owner was on “Beat Bobby Flay.”

If you're in El Paso and haven't tried Elemi yet, you're missing out on one of Texas Monthly's best taco spots--ranked #2! I took my husband and our foodie friend from California there, and the night was unforgettable. They even tried sotol for the first time--a strong 52% proof! Elemi has mastered the art of elevated Mexican cuisine. Chef Emiliano Marentes honors his roots by blending culinary expertise with traditional recipes. He uses the finest ingredients and fine dining techniques to make every dish exceptional. From tacos to tortas to molletes, the flavors are vibrant and the portions generous. We ordered more than we could finish, but luckily they provided to-go containers so we could enjoy everything later! The hospitality at Elemi is just as impressive. Chef Emiliano's wife, Kristal, does an amazing job making guests feel welcome and ensuring everything runs smoothly. The restaurant has a simple, inviting design with a spacious kitchen, yet it still feels cozy and not crowded. Our server, Jorge, really elevated the experience. Attentive and knowledgeable, he made sure we savored each dish at the perfect moment and kept our drinks topped off effortlessly. He took care of every detail, making us feel like honored guests. Beyond the accolades, Elemi's charm lies in its ability to serve high-quality, familiar flavors with authenticity and finesse. The atmosphere is perfect for locals--whether you're stopping by for a drink or planning a date night. The menu is full of comforting, recognizable Mexican dishes that feel nostalgic yet refined. I even ran into a couple of friends there, and it was wonderful to see them enjoy the food without needing any explanation. Elemi captures that balance beautifully--comfort food elevated to new heights through care and technique. For anyone who knows the Eastlake area, Elemi is an absolute gem among chain restaurants. It stands toe-to-toe with fine dining while keeping the warmth and ease of a neighborhood favorite. Not pretentious--just genuinely good food and good vibes. Elemi is worth every bit of your time and stomach space! ELEMI Restaurant 13500 Eastlake Blvd, El Paso, TX 79928

We had been following Elemi for a few years and finally made the trip to give it a try. We had the queso and papas and brussel sprouts appetizers and 4 different tacos for dinner. Everything was fantastic. Two tacos per person doesn't seem like a lot but they are over stuffed and very filling. Unfortunately we were too full for dessert but will come back and try again. This is a real El Paso treasure

I lived in LA when I first heard about Elemi at its old location. I never made it there but, now that I live in Tucson, I gladly made the drive to the new location. You know when you go to a restaurant and it's Mexican but it doesn't taste like Mexico? Such is not the case with Elemi. It tastes like Mexico. Everything here was so good from the drinks to the entrees to the desserts. Yes, it's plural because I ate here twice over two days. The main challenge here is that everything served is so pretty and well arranged that I just wanted to stare at the plates for a while. I'm trying to convince myself that a four-hour drive from Tucson is a reasonable drive to return. Hmm, well,, that was quick: I'll be back soon.

Best restaurant in El Paso. No bad items on the menu Joe Bob says "check it out" You have to try the grasshopper guacamole

My campechano taco was good until it fell apart They literally forgot one of our food orders and had to make it again, which means we had to wait longer for our food The chairs are lowkey uncomfortable, they should get seats with cushioning The place was barely decorated The strawberry-jamaica was good I guess The serving sizes for some of the appetizers seem to be bigger though, so that's a plus

Highly recommend this amazing trendy and delicious local restaurant! The food is so amazing and flavorful, service is outstanding, just can't say enough good stuff about this amazing restaurant. Please try them out if you are in the area.

Food was delicious (especially the esquites) would literally go back for those alone. Overall experience and taste was a 10/10. Would highly recommend.

I am so sad they moved from downtown. It is now 35 minutes away from me, but we'll worth the trip. The food is outstanding. The suadero taco with the cheese changed my life. I don't like the fish taco, it's a bit too fishy for me. I love everything else with a passion. Their cocktails are craft and fun. They use fresh ingredients. Service is good. Ambiance is amazing. Such a vibe. Highly recommend!

Great service and delicious tacos. Trendy spot with customers that matched the decor.

Great food, awesome owners, definitely a must visit spot, Warning this is not your average taco, taztebuds will be amazed. And don't miss that Arroz con leche, freaking A!

This restaurant surpassed all of my expectations! The service was impeccable, the ambience was awesome, and the food was out of this world. I consider myself to have high standards for Mexican food and I am looking forward to going back to El Paso just so I can eat here. 10/10 recommend repeating what we had: huarache, suadero taco, mushroom taco, and chocolate tamal. Chicken and duck tacos were also good - and they were my partner's favorite.

If you haven't tried it you have to! By far my favorite restaurant I started going when they first opened their location in downtown. The food is unreal along with their service, it's amazing how much love they put into everything they do. I would even buy the corn tortillas to take home. Everything is delicious from their Brussels sprouts, Tacos (one of my favorites is Campesino) to their cocktails! The owners are so humble and friendly miss having lunch here. Not to mention their staff members who are great with their customer service. Shout out to the Elemi team!

There was so much lemon juice in the food that it was all we could taste. Corn appetizer was below an average corn in a cup you can get from any street vendor. The tacos had a disgusting amount of dressing that was pretty much mayo! I don't know what people like about this place other than it is a trend more than an actual restaurant with great food. We paid in full but didn't take more than a bite of our food plates. Don't fall for this trend. Don't go unless you don't know what great food should taste like.

The food was tasteful and full of culture, and the waiter provided great recommendations for the daily specials. Each dish that arrived had a unique touch, and they all looked incredibly delicious. The environment had a relaxed vibe.

Spicy Margaritas were amazing! The food and service are consistently incredible here at ELEMI!