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Bryan/College Station's Corner Of Spanish Cuisine  - Elia Cafe Tapas Bar, Bryan, TX

Elia Cafe Tapas Bar

4.8
4.8
114 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
  • Charming
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
Join us for a culinary journey through Spain at Elia Cafe Tapas Bar. Our delectable tapas, paella, sangria, and mouthwatering dishes will transport you to the heart of Spain. Enjoy a glass of wine from our distinctive wine selection to bring out the flavors in every bite. Located in the beautiful Old Bryan Marketplace, Downtown Bryan's historic building dating back to 1910, the warm ambiance and relaxed elegance of our restaurant will have you feeling right at home. And, to make your experience even more special, we offer live music every weekend. Come for the food, stay for the music, and leave with unforgettable memories.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, European
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (979) 485-5595
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Tani Family
  • Private party facilities
    We specialize in private events, from weddings, baby showers, and first communions, to business dinners, recitals and fundraisers. We have a variety of private rooms to offer our guests.
  • Neighborhood
    Bryan
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 114 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Texas

    Best Overall

  • Central Texas

    Best Food

  • Central Texas

    Best Service

  • Central Texas

    Best Ambiance

  • Central Texas

    Best Value

  • Central Texas

    Great for brunch

  • Central Texas

    Innovative

  • Central Texas

    Good for groups

  • Central Texas

    Healthy

  • Central Texas

    Hot spot

  • Central Texas

    Neighborhood gem

  • Central Texas

    Romantic

  • Central Texas

    Lively

  • College Station / Bryan

    Best Overall

  • College Station / Bryan

    Best Food

  • College Station / Bryan

    Best Service

  • College Station / Bryan

    Best Ambiance

  • College Station / Bryan

    Best Value

  • College Station / Bryan

    Innovative

  • College Station / Bryan

    Good for groups

  • College Station / Bryan

    Healthy

  • College Station / Bryan

    Hot spot

  • College Station / Bryan

    Neighborhood gem

  • College Station / Bryan

    Romantic

  • College Station / Bryan

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Elia Cafe Tapas Bar offers a "fantastic" dining experience with a cozy Spanish ambiance and live music enhancing the atmosphere. The food, especially the tapas, is "wonderful," with empanadas and shrimp being standout favorites. The service is often praised as "stellar," making it ideal for romantic evenings or group gatherings.

114 Reviews
  1. T .

    Houston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been to several Tapas bars in Spain, so we were excited to try one in our own backyard. We were not disappointed. Everything was wonderful. Noise level was moderate only because there was great live music. We will definitely return.

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  2. Jennifer

    Phoenix

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had visited earlier in the year and paella and all tapas were fantastic. This time, the paella was underwhelming and dry as we had to send it back twice. We are willing to give it another try in the future since the owner did not charge us for those paellas. Love the live music, tapas and sangria were excellent.

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  3. john

    Dallas

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Been to Elia several times. The food was good , as usual, on this visit. The service was very slow throughout the visit. Slow enough that I took my check from the table to the bar to pay out

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  4. Sara

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome ambiance, fun seasonal drinks, delicious food. The connected retail store was fabulous too. A great experience. Will come again!!

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  5. Isaac

    Central Texas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The wrapped dates and empanadas were wonderful starters. We opted for entrees and the mahi mahi did not disappoint. The Pasta Campera and wienerschnitzel were also hits at the table. Service felt very attentive except near the end but the resturant was picking up at that point and we were just leisurely conversing before calling it a night. Noise was very light and we requested seating away from the live music and could still enjoy it and listen but remain in normal conversation. Great experience and will be back again!

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  6. Dana

    Central Texas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the second time we have eaten at Elia Cafe and it was excellent both times. Everyone at the table loved what the ordered. The food is delicious and the drinks were perfect. I highly recommend it.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was terrific especially the empanadas and the croquet!! Chase did a great job - he helped us with choices and how much we should order. He put up with our book club.

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  8. Andrea

    Houston

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and ambiance! Cozy and nice enough for a special dinner with your loved one!

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  9. PattieM

    Central Texas

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Small nice place. Waiter was very slow at serving us. Tapas was good flavor. Very small portions. Cost was high in my opinion. Will I return probably not for the cost I can go to another high end restaurant with better service and food.

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  10. Bernadine

    Central Texas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter kept a constant watch to bring the next Tapas choice for us. Very timely but never invasive. Food was fabulous!

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FAQs

Elia Cafe Tapas Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (979) 485-5595.

Elia Cafe Tapas Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 114 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Elia Cafe Tapas Bar

202 S Bryan Ave, Bryan, TX 77803-3927

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Bryan
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tani Family
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (979) 485-5595
  • Private party facilities
    We specialize in private events, from weddings, baby showers, and first communions, to business dinners, recitals and fundraisers. We have a variety of private rooms to offer our guests.
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