ELENA'S RESTAURANT – Mexican
Elena's Restaurant has been a Punta Gorda breakfast-and-lunch staple since 1995, running out of the Cross Trails Center under a handful of different owners who have kept the recipes intact. Breakfast covers the diner basics done well: Belgian waffles, banana pancakes, and open-faced sandwiches piled with roast beef, turkey, or country fried steak. Lunch and dinner widen into a land-and-sea menu with broiled or pan-fried basa, flounder, and haddock alongside Elena's Burger and a Greek salad the kitchen calls its own. Locals describe it as unpretentious and honest. Delivery is available through a third-party app for those in a hurry.
1888615 Cross Street, Punta Gorda, FL 9415751888 https://www.elenaspg.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at ELENA'S RESTAURANT
Dairy-Free at ELENA'S RESTAURANT
ELENA'S RESTAURANT in Punta Gorda has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bacon, 2 Egg Whites and Home Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at ELENA'S RESTAURANT
ELENA'S RESTAURANT in Punta Gorda has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bacon, Benedict Spinach & Bacon and Benedict with Ham. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at ELENA'S RESTAURANT
ELENA'S RESTAURANT in Punta Gorda has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Toast (3 Slices), Elena's Famous Greek Salad and 2 Egg Whites. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at ELENA'S RESTAURANT
ELENA'S RESTAURANT in Punta Gorda has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bacon and Western Omelette. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at ELENA'S RESTAURANT
ELENA'S RESTAURANT in Punta Gorda has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Meat & Cheese Omelette, Bacon and Corned Beef Hash & Cheese Omelette. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at ELENA'S RESTAURANT
ELENA'S RESTAURANT in Punta Gorda has 6 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Meat & Cheese Omelette, Bacon and Western Omelette. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at ELENA'S RESTAURANT
ELENA'S RESTAURANT in Punta Gorda has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bacon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at ELENA'S RESTAURANT
ELENA'S RESTAURANT in Punta Gorda has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries and Orange or Apple Juice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at ELENA'S RESTAURANT
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Liver & Onions | 90.6 g | 56.7 g |
| Meat & Cheese Omelette | 8.4 g | 33.7 g |
| Western Omelette | 8.5 g | 27.9 g |
| BBQ Baby Back Ribs | 40 g | 25.6 g |
| 2 Eggs | 111.3 g | 25.4 g |
| Orange or Apple Juice | 37.9 g | 19 g |
| Vegetable Omelette | 14.9 g | 12.9 g |
| Bacon | 0.4 g | 11.1 g |
| Corned Beef Hash & Cheese Omelette | 6.1 g | 6.5 g |
| Corned Beef Hash | 20.9 g | 5.9 g |
| Coffee | 39.3 g | 5.6 g |
| Cheese Omelette | 13.9 g | 3.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Hours
- Mon–Fri 6: 30am–7pm · Sat–Sun 6:30am–
- 3pm Mon: Fri 7am–7pm Monday – Sunday: 7am - 3pmAddressWe are located in
Menu
Breakfast Eggs
- 2 Eggs - $7.99: Served with Home Fries & Toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 2 Eggs with Bacon or Sausage or Ham - $10.99: Served with Home Fries & Toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 3 Eggs - $8.99: Served with Home Fries & Toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 3 Eggs with Bacon or Sausage or Ham - $11.99: Served with Home Fries & Toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 2 Egg Whites - $8.99: Served with Home Fries & Toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 2 Egg Whites with Bacon or Sausage or Ham - $11.99: Served with Home Fries & Toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
Benedicts
- Benedict with Ham - $12.99 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Benedict Spinach & Bacon - $12.99 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
Omelettes
- Elena's Omelette - $11.99: Served with Home Fries & Toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cheese Omelette - $9.99: Choice of American, Mozzarella or Swiss Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Meat & Cheese Omelette - $10.99: Choice of Ham, Sausage or Bacon Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Western Omelette - $10.99: Ham, Green Pepper & Onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegetable Omelette - $10.99: Tomato, Mushroom, Pepper & Onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Corned Beef Hash & Cheese Omelette - $12.99 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch
Pancakes, Waffles & French Toast
- Belgian Waffle - $9.59 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pancakes (3) - $8.99: Served with Butter & Syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Toast (3 Slices) - $8.99: Served with Butter & Syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Main Courses
- 8 Hand Breaded Fried Shrimp - $16.99: Served with Soup or Salad, Potato or Vegetable Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Baby Back Ribs - $17.99: Served with Soup or Salad, Potato or Vegetable Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Turkey Breast - $15.99: Served with Soup or Salad, Potato or Vegetable Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Liver & Onions - $14.99: Served with Soup or Salad, Potato, and Vegetable Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Pollo Spanaka - $15.44: Chicken sauteed with garlic, spinach, white wine & feta over ziti Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Italian Lasagna - $15.44 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti with Homemade Meat Sauce - $12.35 Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Elena's Famous Greek Salad - $11.99: Chopped greens, tomato, onion, cucumber, peppers, kalamata olives, grape leaves & feta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- London Blue Salad - $17.99: London broil strips, blue cheese crumbles, onion, green peppers, kalamata olives & hard-boiled egg Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Coffee - $3.59
- Orange or Apple Juice - $3.49 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Soft Drinks - $3.59: Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Mug Rootbeer, Raspberry Iced Tea, Sierra Mist, Lemonade
Sides
- Bacon - $3.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Home Fries - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Corned Beef Hash - $6.99 Dietary tags: Low-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch
Frequently Asked Questions about ELENA'S RESTAURANT
- Is ELENA'S RESTAURANT dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. ELENA'S RESTAURANT has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bacon, 2 Egg Whites and Home Fries.
- What can I eat at ELENA'S RESTAURANT on a dairy-free diet?
- Bacon, 2 Egg Whites and Home Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does ELENA'S RESTAURANT have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Home Fries and Orange or Apple Juice.
- Is ELENA'S RESTAURANT gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at ELENA'S RESTAURANT?
- Liver & Onions, at roughly 56.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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