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About
Elaine's Kitchen
Welcome to Elaine's Kitchen, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Dallas, Texas. Located at 2717 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, this establishment invites you to experience authentic Jamaican flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to the Caribbean. With a cozy atmosphere reminiscent of a family gathering, Elaine's Kitchen feels like stepping into a beloved relative's home, where the food is made with love and care.
The menu at Elaine’s Kitchen is a vibrant mix of traditional Jamaican dishes and comforting favorites. You can kick off your culinary adventure with their renowned appetizers, including Beef Jamaican Patties and the ever-popular Chicken Jamaican Patties, both priced at just $2.00. For a truly delightful experience, don't miss the Hot Water Cornbread, a steal at $0.95, or the sweet Coco Bread for $1.40. Each dish embodies the rich flavors and spices of Jamaican cuisine, ensuring a satisfying start to your meal.
- Roti: Their selection of rotis is equally impressive, featuring options like Curry Goat Roti at $11.50 and Vegetable Roti for $8.50, crafted to perfection.
- Soups: The Goat Soup has garnered rave reviews for its deep flavors and hearty additions like dumplings and yellow yam, making it a must-try.
And let's not forget dessert! With treasures such as the Jamaican Fruit Cake and the lovely Coconut Cake, both priced at $3.50, Elaine's Kitchen showcases the sweeter side of Jamaican cuisine.
Customer reviews highlight the warmth of the service, particularly praising the attentive staff like Ms. Toya, who makes each guest feel right at home. One satisfied patron notes, “Staff is polite and helpful. Food is fresh and always hot.” It’s clear that at Elaine's Kitchen, customer care is priority number one.
However, it’s essential to acknowledge the mixed feedback regarding consistency, especially in the taste and quality since the original owner, Elaine, has passed. While some loyal customers have experienced a dip in quality, others still find the flavors authentic and satisfying, encouraging new patrons to give it a shot.
In conclusion, Elaine's Kitchen stands as a testament to flavorful Caribbean cuisine in Dallas. Whether you are indulging in their cherished patties or exploring their rich array of rotis, each dish promises a heartfelt experience. For those in the area or simply looking to explore the essence of Jamaican food, Elaine’s Kitchen is a culinary destination worth visiting. Don’t just take my word for it—head on over and taste for yourself!
For inquiries or to place an order, you can reach them at: +1 214-565-1008
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“ Right off the bat, I can tell you, they have the best Chicken patties in all America a dare anyone to challenge that. The beef patty not so much, but the chicken a kick wicked. The goat soup was also slapping with great flavors and loaded with goodies, dumplin corn, and some nice yellow yam. Wanna go back and try some other menu items. Def give them a try. ”
“ THIS PLACE NEVER DISAPPOINTS!! Feels like you're at your aunt's or cousins house. Staff is polite and helpful. Food is fresh and always hot. Price is very responsible and you get a great amount of food. If you haven't been... GO NOW!! ”
“ Ms. TOYA, Thank you for my initial first experience at Elaine's Jamaican restaurant. You are a magnificent host and extremely knowledgeable in helping me make a selection. Not only do I appreciate you but I hope and pray that when the establishments as such have workers as yourself that they cater to that excellence. It is because of the great food and you as my host I would definitely continue to return to Elaine's restaurant. Again thank you Ms Toya for wonderful evening. ”
“ The food was pretty good and in my opinion they give you a decent portion size. ”
“ Since Elaine died the food is not like it was now all you get is watered down. Food poor quality and over priced... This place is not the same only a name now... ”
“ Came in from Atlanta and was taken to Elaine's... This was the best Jamaican food I have had outside of Jamaica!! Hands down... Atlanta no chance, South FL gets close... But to find this gem in Dallas was absolutely amazing! Wishing you all continued success! And thanks for a great meal... ”
“ As I go out on my deployments, as a covid 19 travel Registered Nurse, I visit the local places of business in support of during the pandemic. Typically on my day off it's when I catch up on chores and when afforded the time I also do my part in an effort to support the local tourist industry. But today, I am in need of a laundry day. Although I'm downtown Dallas, I find my way over to MLK boulevard where I go over to the local laundromat. Here it's where it gets interesting. Is early afternoon and I'm developing an appetite. I question the laundromat attendant about a nice place to go for lunch and immediately he suggests Elaine's....next door. 'What type of food?' I ask. The attendant smiles and says,'the lick your plate kind.' I walk next door, through the wrought iron fence and up to the building's front. Before I enter the wrought iron fence d area, I notice the signage out front on the tall sign post above the wrought iron fence. In faded letters it reads Elaine's, along with the flag of Jamaica... the one Usain St. Leo Bolt aka #UsainBolt help to make even more popular being the world record holder in the 100 m, 200 m, and four X 100 m relay. I open the door to the establishment, and immediately notice the fresh smell of peppers onions and the like. I mean it smell as if grandmother is in the back cooking. Customers are masked up as well as the workers in the kitchen. It was an open kitchen and you can actually see your meal being prepared. The front clerk was unmasked but behind a large plexiglass barrier. I glance over the menu at the counter and decide to try several items so I can take care of my hunger pains and share a detailed review. After a careful assessment of the variety of proteins meals available, I place my order and wait for it to be prepared and packaged. Elaine's is busy with bustling traffic of pickup orders that were called in, orders that were placed for car service pick up and folks like me, walk-ins. I don't wait very long for the large order I made, my name is called shortly thereafter and I'm off in my Uber back to my room. I prepare my smorgasbord of ginuwine Jamaican cuisine. My first taste of the oxtails and one word comes to mind. AUTHENTIC! AUTHENTIC! AUTHENTIC! ... I said one word but it echoed with each taste of everything.. The rice and peas and cabbage married with those oxtails and delivers the flavors my palate has longed for since my travels to South Florida and the island herself. The jerk wings had the perfect bite, the curry chicken as succulent as the pot liquor or gravy; whichever term you prefer. The desserts didn't appear to be homemade, but who can mess up red velvet cake, pecan pies and sweet potato pies. Although the sweet potato pie is a little less potato-y than I'm used to. And of course a Jamaican ginger beer to wash it all down. Please LIKE if this helps you and/or FOLLOW so I can continue to share. ”
“ Have been eating since they were at the old location. Long live Ms Elaine ”