Anelya

4.6

265 Reviews

$31 to $50

Ukrainian

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 19, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Innovative
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Comforting favorites in Avondale by Chefs Johnny Clark and Beverly Kim inspired by old-world cooking. Start your meal with a selection of beverages like a bottle of trendy orange wine or head to the bar after work with no reservation needed for a craft cocktail like The Muse with gin and beet kvass. Our appetizer cart will roll to your table to start your dinner with over 10 bites beckoning to be picked like our fan-favorite smoked carrot paté or sunflower seed hummus. Our main dishes offer a variety of homestyle flavors just like your mother made from thick soups to layered pasta and fluffy Ukrainian garlic bread. Coffee, after-dinner drinks and a flaky pastry like our Napoleon invite you to finish the meal with a sweet treat and hours of good conversation in a space that feels like home.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Ukrainian, Comfort Food, Modern European
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 692-2192
Website
https://www.anelyarestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Johnny Clark & Beverly Kim
Private party facilities
Our private dining room, your party! Seats up to 16 guests with customizable Chef's Tasting menus and beverage pairings. View the private dining room guide: https://www.anelyarestaurant.com/Email us to book: info@anelyarestaurant.com

Location
3472 N. Elston Ave., Chicago, IL 60618
Neighborhood
Avondale
Cross street
Elston & Albany
Parking details
Free parking is abundant on Elston Ave. and side streets.
Public transit
From Belmont/Kimball Blue line: Either walk .7 of a mile or take Kimball busNorth to Addison and walk from there.From Addison Blue line: Either walk .7 of a mile East on Addison or take the Addison bus East to Elston.From Lakeview area: Take the Addison bus West to Elston
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

New Years Eve at Anelya!
$85.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Celebrate the New Year with us at Anelya! Enjoy a special 5-course menu crafted by Chef Johnny Clark. First Course Zakusky (Mushroom Pashtet - Deviled Eggs - Holodets), Second Course Oseledets' Pid Shuboyu (layered salad of potato, chopped herring, beets, carrots & onions), Third Course Ukha (savory fish soup with smoked laurel vodka, parsley root, leek & potato), Fourth Course Roasted Quail (Georgian spices, buckwheat, apple-fennel salad), Fifth Course Kyiv Cake (meringue-hazelnut, chocolate cake) (P.S. if you enjoy a late reservation, enjoy a toast to the New Year on us!) We can accommodate most dietary restrictions with 48 hours' notice. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate vegan or allium restrictions.

What 265 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Anelya delivers a unique dining experience in Chicago, blending Ukrainian and Korean flavors with creativity. Guests rave about the "innovative, yet authentic" dishes and "excellent service." Highlights include the appetizer cart, vibrant cocktails, and a charming patio. While some found portions small, the overall atmosphere is welcoming and memorable.

265 Reviews

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Megan
Chicago
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I really enjoyed the entire experience. We ordered a variety of plates to share. The service was wonderful!
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Kerim
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Anelya was wonderful. Excellent service, varied and interesting dishes from Ukraine and other near influences. Would highly recommend.
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Leah
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service. Everything was incredible
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Brian
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Creative and delicious menu. Great regional wine menu
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lynn
VIP
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a nice experience! The food was delicious. We enjoyed the course spacing from the herring, chicken liver, eggplant, borscht, dumpling, and pork belly. All very tasty! We used to frequent Parachute so we were excited to try Anelya. The only downside was we were seated by a window and the cold air from outside was blowing on us and we were freezing!
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Dan
VIP
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Our first time dining at a Ukranian restaurant although a guest will be familiar with some of the foods from other eastern European countries. The cocktails were creative but not overwhelming, however, the variety of "infusions" (vodka infused with herbs or fruit) was great and fun. Enjoyed the horseradish infusion to sip on during much of the meal, and a cherry infusion later. It's easy to share all of the courses. The appetizers are shown to guests on a cart. The roe tart was very tasty as was the egg with tarragon mayo and sardine. We also had a bread basket, fresh pickles and rolled eggplant. One could make a meal of an infusion and a variety of apps. A highlight was the duck, borsch soup with a side of garlic rolls. We subsequently enjoyed a creamy lasagna-like dish, side of kasha and potato pancakes. For dessert, we enjoyed a yummy multi-layer spice cake. Service was good although not flawless - and did not prevent us from having a great meal.
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Lonnae
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience, I will definitely be back. I also highly recommend the drinks both non alcoholic and alcoholic!
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Julie
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I saw Aneyla featured on an email from Michelin which announced it as one of the 3 new restraunts in Chicago(2024), recognized with the prestigious title. The food was appealing to all senses and the staff was knowledgeable and helpful in explaining various options and providing recommendations or suggestions for an exceptional meal! The ambience, lighting and decor is similar to an true European experience. Aneyla's chefs, servers and staff definitely meet Michelin quality and are deserving of that status!
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Joe
Atlanta Metro
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, delightfully personal service. The appetizers come out on a beautiful tiered server and you just pick what you want. Our server described everything beautifully and made suggestions for us. I would definitely eat here again.
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Frank
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was really really good, only don’t take the 9pm reservation on weekday as they close up soon after that. IThey didn’t rush us at all but I don’t like eating while they are closing up.
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FAQs

Anelya offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 692-2192.

Anelya is rated 4.6 stars by 265 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 19, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

3472 N. Elston Ave., Chicago, IL 60618

Additional information

Cross street
Elston & Albany
Neighborhood
Avondale
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Ukrainian, Comfort Food, Modern European
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Free parking is abundant on Elston Ave. and side streets.
Public transit
From Belmont/Kimball Blue line: Either walk .7 of a mile or take Kimball busNorth to Addison and walk from there.From Addison Blue line: Either walk .7 of a mile East on Addison or take the Addison bus East to Elston.From Lakeview area: Take the Addison bus West to Elston
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Johnny Clark & Beverly Kim
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.anelyarestaurant.com/
Phone number
(773) 692-2192
Private party facilities
Our private dining room, your party! Seats up to 16 guests with customizable Chef's Tasting menus and beverage pairings. View the private dining room guide: https://www.anelyarestaurant.com/Email us to book: info@anelyarestaurant.com

Anelya

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Experiences

New Years Eve at Anelya!

Menu

What 265 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Anelya offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Anelya restaurant rated?

Is Anelya currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information