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Ela, Atlanta, GA

Ela

4.7
4.7
266 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 42 times today
  • Neighbourhood 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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Darragh Dudley
  • Neighbourhood
    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 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    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 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.,Sat - 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
    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 266 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!

267 Reviews
  1. Dan

    Atlanta Metro

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined today

    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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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 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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  3. Carl

    Atlanta Metro

    76 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    76 reviews

    Dined 6 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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  4. 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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  5. 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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  6. 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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  7. 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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  8. 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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  9. GinaD

    Atlanta Metro

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything we ordered was delicious and full of flavor. Our server, Shea, was very knowledgeable and described dishes on point! Ela offers creative , flavorful dishes . We will be back frequently!

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  10. Brittani

    Atlanta Metro

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kendall was a great server! The food was amazing. Good size portions. The Moroccan Hot Chicken and Brussels sprouts were my fav. Recommend!!

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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 266 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 42 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ela

1186 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    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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