Elena's Mexican Restaurant
$$ • American, Mexican, Vegetarian
Hours:
255 W Portal Ave, San Francisco
(415) 622-4440
About Elena's Mexican Restaurant
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Elena's Mexican Restaurant Reviews
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Elena’s is a welcome addition to the San Francisco and West Portal Mexican food repertoire. The food is fresh, delicious and authentic. The staff is friendly and welcoming. I have eaten too much each time I visited - not a complaint! I am told the desserts are wonderful. Maybe, someday, I will leave room to try them.
The Jewel of West Portal. Elena’s is by far one of the best Mexican restaurants I’ve been to. It’s another one of the Rodin/Duggan restaurants; much like Original Joes in NorthBeach, and Westlake it has perfected an inviting ambiance, friendly, efficient and helpful staff, as well as delicious food from a huge menu. The difference is is Elena’s menu has the best Mexican food. Much like Original Joe’s, attention is paid to detail…from the staff, decor, atmosphere,...read full review
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM - 11PM |
| Saturday | 10:30AM - 11PM |
| Sunday | 10:30AM - 10PM |
Elena's Mexican Restaurant offers an excellent dining experience with prompt seating and knowledgeable, professional staff. The food is superb, featuring standout dishes like tamales, chili relleno, chicken fajitas, and the pork tamale Benedict. Customers praise the delicious food and friendly service, which enhances the inviting atmosphere and welcoming ambiance. The menu is diverse and expansive, making it difficult to choose. Chips and salsa are also well-liked, and the cheesy tater tots are notably tasty. While the restaurant operates in a small space that can cause some wait times, the overall value for money is great. With reservations, guests might wait around 20 to 30 minutes, but many find the wait worthwhile for the quality food and pleasant service. Customers highly recommend this place for a satisfying Mexican meal.