Department of FoodieDepartment of FoodieRestaurant doling out traditional Dominican food such as fried pork in an unassuming setting.
What to order: Chicharrón (by the pound) · Mofongo (e.g., Chicharrón Mofongo) · Fried plantains (tostones or batata) with chicharrónFrom Google Maps reviews.
Rice & Pernil was very flavorful. The chicharron to me was bland but very well prepared. It needed more seasoning.
They have almost all the Dominican Classic foods you could ever ask for. Fresh! An area to sit and they do take out as well. The Mofongo is absolutely bussin
My last visit to Elsa La Reina del Chicharrón was nothing short of amazing. Elsa truly lives up to her name the queen of chicharrón! perfectly seasoned pork, and the flavor doesn’t disappoint. The chicharrón was crispy, juicy, and full of that authentic sazón that’s hard to find anywhere else in the city. You can tell everything is made with love and pride. The service was friendly, fast, and made me feel like family. If you’re in New York and haven’t been to Elsa yet, you’re seriously missing
From the Jan 27, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Hot food was held below 140°F, cool enough for bacteria to grow.
Wiping cloths weren't kept clean, dry, or in sanitizer between uses.