Maracas y Sabor

No soy Cubano - but, I love food & this place slammed! We called in our order and the woman was an angel helping me (I don't speak Spanish well, but she understood everything!).We ordered the Bistek, Philly, Pastrami, with fries & the fried plantains and the empanada-like things. Everything was fresh and delicious!!! The portions are generous and you *might* have leftovers the next day....might. The place was nice and clean too! We will be back very soon!

If you're in El Paso and craving some seriously tasty Puerto Rican food, Maracas Restaurant is the spot to hit up. Maracas is a hidden gem! Every time I go, I can't resist getting their pastelillos de carne and a pernil sandwich. And let me tell you, they never let me down. The pastelillos are bursting with savory goodness, and that pernil sandwich is like a little taste of heaven.

Ok, so again, huge huge disclaimer towards being a sandwich person. But these high quality, highly authentic, highly addicting cuban sammiches from this mom n pop shop??? I am now Guilty as charged for sandwiches!So I have tried a cubano here and there from other restaurants that just happen to have cubanos available. They were good too, but i was definitely not aware of HOW good real cubanos could be! This place schooled me big time!I have tried their classic cuban sandwich and eventually was enticed by their sandwich de pernil because it consisted of onions and peppers which i LOVE. And without fail, i will always order their tostones as a side rather than fries or anything else. I am hands down BANANAS for tostones! XD lol and they make them flawlessly. Every. Single. Time.Sadly i was not as huge a fan for the pernil but it was still absolutely delicious! As for their classic cuban, i am absolutely obsessed! Their slow cooked pork is Heaven on Earth. The seasonings are savory yet not overwhelming. I also love how they add chunks of the meat rather than slices, which allow a better dose of these flavor bombs!I think what has me sold as a sammy person for this place the most is just how much food you get in a $$9 plate. They know how to feed a girl!!! Especially me! Keep in mind though that they seem to compensate for their limited business hours with their magical products. They close by 6PM so scurry!This is as good as cuban gets kids! You won't regret ordering anything here! their pastillos are also amaze balls! whether its sweet with guava and cream cheese or savory with beef, GET IT!

Best food I've ever had! So unique and authentic. I had the Cuban sandwich it was so good! Didn't need dinner after this lunch!

Excellent chicken sandwich and Cubano was as good or better than Puerto Rico or Miami versions which were excellent!Owner is retired Air Force pilot. Great advice on El Paso. Excellent service on takeout. Ten minutes.

Love this little place. Not only do they serve authentic Puerto Rican/Cuban food but they're service is wonderful. Love their Cubano sandwich. My mouth is watering just thinking of it. Hot and crispy on outside and filled with meats and cheese on inside. Yum!

El Paso never ceases to amaze me with the random, hole-in-the-wall places and the quality that these places bring.Ambiance - Nothing special, but the nice decor with a nod to Puerto Rico was nice to see. Service - You order at the register, but you're not expected to pay yet. You're able to grab any drinks you like during your meal and then you can pay for everything at the very end. The ladies who work there were so friendly and helpful especially since it was my first time! They seemed to be having fun while working too which was refreshing to see.Food - Had the Cuban and Philly Cheesesteak with the tostones. Philly Cheesesteak was average but the cuban was delicious! Warmly pressed and just hit all the right spots. The tostones were great as well. The portions are huge so be prepared when you figure out whether to get the small, medium, or large. Overall, what a little gem that I wish more people knew about. Great food, great portions, great prices. Will definitely be back!

Glad I found this little spot. The Cuban was really good. Great balance of flavor. Had generous amount of pork. Ordered the 6" with tostones and a coconut sparkling soda. Was super filling.

Been supporting them for over 20+ years and their quality/service has been the same! Keep supporting local 10/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ANYBODY

The food is absolutely delish! Mary is an absolutely wonderful person. Fair price and we just love to take home and enjoy..