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Ela, Atlanta, GA

Ela

4.8
4.8
277 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean
A photo of Ela restaurant

Ela

4.8
$30 and under
Mediterranean
Virginia Highland

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 42 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
Ela Mezze + Spirits is a culinary journey through the diverse tapestry of the Mediterranean, with a welcoming twist that beckons you to explore further. Situated in the vibrant neighborhood of VaHi, Ela takes patrons on a Grand Tour of flavors including charcoal-grilled meats, fresh seafood, spices, regional wines and curated cocktails influenced by travels from Morocco to Greece, Israel, Turkey and back. A testament to the region’s history of trade and cultural exchange, Ela’s offerings result in a sensory mosaic as vast and intricate as the sea itself and the lands surrounding it. At Ela everything is shareable, because to us, the best dishes spark the best stories, especially when surrounded by friends -- both old and new.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (404) 873-4656
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Darragh Dudley
  • Neighborhood
    Virginia Highland
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Join us every Monday-Friday for Happy Hour at the Bar - 4pm-6pm. Drink Specials and a Happy Hour Food menu will be availabe each day!

    Happy Hour Photo
  • Saturday & Sunday Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM,Sat - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Join us every Saturday & Sunday for Happy Hour at the Bar - 3pm-5pm. Drink Specials and a Happy Hour Food menu will be availabe each day!

What 277 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ela, nestled in Virginia Highlands, offers an impressive Mediterranean dining experience. Revel in "fantastic" food, a "beautiful" ambiance, and "superb" service. Standout dishes include the mezze board, lamb skewers, and Greek fries. Perfect for date nights or brunch, Ela promises a memorable visit with ample parking and friendly staff.

277 Reviews
  1. KENNETH

    Anchorage

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is fresh and delicious, the service was great, the restaurant is very nice, with free parking.  However, the music was way too loud to be pleasant and me and my date were not able to speak to each other without talking at a very, very loud level while sitting next to each other. My recommendation would be to turn down the music a lot.

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  2. harvey

    Atlanta Metro

    18 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Sorry to say that I do not see how eater atlanta decided that this place was new restaurant of the year. So many better restaurants were available for restaurant of the year.

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  3. Richard

    Atlanta Metro

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great date night place. There are several cozy small high tables in the bar area that are energetic but also far enough away from others that you aren't up in someone business and vice a versa. The food is so delicious and much of the menu is perfect for sharing. We has the hummus trio and ordered crudite on the side, then split a couple kabobs over a plate of cous cous.

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  4. Daryl

    Atlanta Metro

    56 reviews

    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The hummus appetizer was delicious as was my lamb burger. Too much sugar in the Brussel sprouts. Salad was not anything special. Spinach-feta hand pie was amazing. Service was spot on.

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  5. Katie

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such a great time celebrating a birthday with a large group! The staff were extra accommodating in making sure we were the most comfortable. Service was truly incredible. We felt that Nick was the most charming and professional server we have had somewhere in a long time. He was knowledgable and easy to talk to. The cocktails came out quickly and the food arrived hot and delicious. We sorta passed some things around and had a bit of everything so it’s definitely shareable. Donuts are a must! Will definitely be back many times I’m sure.

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  6. sara

    Atlanta Metro

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is delicious, service is knowledgeable and attentive, and hospitality is excellent.

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  7. Tiffany

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great location for a family brunch - loved the mezza platter and the pita pockets.

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  8. Suzanne

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great brunch. Lovely staff and food was delish. Will be back.

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  9. Sarina

    Atlanta Metro

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience and great value. Service was impeccable and personal

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  10. William

    Atlanta Metro

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Made a reservation to kick off a very special family vacation. This was the perfect place, great food, fabulous service, friendly welcoming staff and awesome ambiance. This place always exceeds expectations. Don’t miss it.

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FAQs

Ela offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 873-4656.

Ela is rated 4.8 stars by 277 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Ela restaurant

Ela

4.8
$30 and under
Mediterranean
Virginia Highland

Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 42 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ela

1186 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Virginia Highland
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Darragh Dudley
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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