Ela

4.7

269 Reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 46 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

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
Website
http://www.ela-atlanta.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Darragh Dudley

Location
1186 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306
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!
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 269 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ela in Virginia Highlands offers a delightful Mediterranean dining experience with "fantastic service" and "superb food." Guests appreciate the vibrant ambiance, delectable brunch options, and unique cocktails. While some mention limited menu variety, the "authentic Mediterranean flavors" and attentive staff make it a neighborhood gem. Perfect for date nights!

269 Reviews

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Sarina
Atlanta Metro
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined today
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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William
Atlanta Metro
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
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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Dan
Atlanta Metro
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was great, food was amazing, and atmosphere was energetic! This place is a gem for the neighborhood.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My favorite in the neighborhood with flavorful food and welcoming staff!
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Carl
Atlanta Metro
76 reviews
vip
5.0
76 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first time at this restaurant. We tried the brunch menu. The food and service was wonderful. I had the Turkish Hash and it was delicious. The portions were great for brunch. I highly recommend Ela.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a great vibe & food was delicious! My fiancé & I started with the mezze platter and the dips were just perfect. The hot pockets are a must!! Lamb burger was also super juicy & delish. We will be back for the kabobs!
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ela was amazing. The service and food were outstanding. The only issue was that it was VaHi restaurant week and with only 3 items on the menu - it was disappointing that the main item, the skewer, the restaurant was out of at 7p. But, it was our first time there and other than that we had a great time! Would highly recommend!
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Vidhya
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice atmosphere and service! Enjoyed my time experience and the food.
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Emily
Oklahoma City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent and the flavors encapsulated the Mediterranean inspiration with unique flavors. The staff was extremely well versed on the menu and was extremely attentive. I came here for my birthday and I was amazing. They had a signed birthday card of the staff and gave us free dessert. The cost was extremely good for the quality of the food.
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Emily
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved it. Our server Claire was so nice and had great recommendations for cocktails and was very knowledgeable about the food and portions! Everything was delicious especially the eggplant dip, shrimp skewers, and Greek fries!
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FAQs

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

Ela is rated 4.7 stars by 269 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 46 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
http://www.ela-atlanta.com/
Phone number
(404) 873-4656

Ela

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Offers

Happy Hour

Saturday & Sunday Happy Hour

Menu

What 269 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Ela offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Ela restaurant rated?

Is Ela currently accepting reservations?

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Order delivery or takeout

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