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!

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.

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.

Easily the best Mexican food dining experience I’ve ever had. I tried their mescal old fashion cocktail and as appetizers we ordered Aguachile Callo De Hacha, and the Brussel sprouts to start. Both of these were phenomenal. The scallops in the aguachile were incredibly tender and fresh. The Brusselas (brussels sprouts) and they are salty and slightly sweet. Their texture is crispy yet tender. Wonderfully done. For the main course we ordered an assortment of tacos. We got the suadero taco, pato al pastor taco, and 2 goanero tacos. It’s hard to pick a favorite here but I think it’s the pato al pastor. The attention to detail and mastery of flavors is obvious with every bite of any of these tacos though. Hard to go wrong with these choices. For dessert we got the Carajillo espresso cocktail and the chocolate tamal. This tamal cannot be missed out on! A must try.

We’ve been wanting to try Elemi since it was located in downtown El Paso, but could never get a table. We finally got lucky when it moved to the Eastlake area, where we were seated on our first try. Come if you want to try unique takes on the old faves, like Al Pastor, but a duck had to die for it, or want to enjoy the zesty kick of fragrant fresh herbs and micro greens on your tacos. We had the Entomatadas (partner rated it 7.5 out of 10), and tacos de Coliflor Almendrado (I rated it a 6 because, as Louis de pointe Du Lac said in the Interview with the Vampire series after being asked what human food tastes like, “like paste, chalk, like soap?”, in short; not everything belongs inside a taco) and tacos Campesino, which I rated a 9/10 because of the mushrooms and caramelized cheese 🤤 We’re definitely coming back for the Oaxaca enmolada and them refreshing looking cocktails when payday comes around again

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.

The food is always great but the service today was bad, I’ve had great experiences here but I’ve also had regrettable ones. I will come back but always with the expectation for better service. I’ll keep updating as this is a new location and if necessary I will provide examples and receipts as needed for consumers. Price? Expensive. Flavor? Outstanding. Service? Rude. Added ceviche pic.

We ate there Saturday night. When we came in only half the tables were occupied, however they asked us to wait because we were a party of five. I suggested they simply slide a table for two up to a table of four, a move of only a couple of feet, but they refused. We then had to wait 35 minutes for a table for six to empty. Also, during the meal the music, and reflecting walls made it necessary to shout to be heard. The food, however was excellent. I recommend ordering carry-out.

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!