Portuguese Comfort Food Finds Home in Queen East Shipping Container
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Elvira's opens in a back-alley shipping container off Queen East, serving Portuguese comfort food from a hidden spot.
A new Portuguese restaurant, Elvira's, has opened in a unique, firetruck-red shipping container located in a back alley just off Queen East, according to BlogTO. Officially opening in late spring 2026, the eatery is helmed by chefs Luis and Carolina Lima.
The establishment specializes in Portuguese comfort foods, including cod fritters, steak sandwiches, and Portuguese hot dogs topped with melted cheese and a "secret sauce." The menu also features grab-and-go puff pastries filled with chicken, beef, and shrimp. While the restaurant is nearly invisible from the street, it offers a small rooftop patio for guests.
BlogTO reports that the location at 639 Queen St. E. was previously occupied in the summer of 2025 by Com Nuoc, a casual Vietnamese eatery that closed after its season last winter. Despite the limited seating and off-the-beaten-path location, the spot has successfully drawn crowds since its debut.