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Ela, Atlanta, GA

Ela

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4.6 (417)
$30 and under
Mediterranean
1186 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 40 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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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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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Darragh Dudley
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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
  • Do you have a larger party???

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:00 AM - 2:45 PM, 3:00 PM - 8:45 PM,Mon - Thu - 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM,Fri - 4:00 PM - 9:45 PM,Sat - 11:00 AM - 2:45 PM, 3:00 PM - 9:45 PM
    Somtimes, it can be hard to make a reservation online for a larger group. If you have a group between 8-12 people, calling the restaurant and speaking with a manager is a great way to see if we can make that work for you and your guests. We are available between 4pm-10pm every day to assist with your large party needs. Thank you and we hope to hear from you soon!

  • 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 417 people are saying

Ela reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ela offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food" and "superb service." Guests rave about the "best Mediterranean food in Atlanta" and "wonderful staff." The restaurant features a "comfortable ambiance" and "beautiful space," making it a beloved choice for both casual meals and special celebrations. Highly recommended!
417 Reviews
  1. Bruce

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We like the cocktail list! The skewers on a bed of greens work well as a shared entree (2 or 3 skewers gives nice variety). The Greek fries are yummy and generous for sharing. The bar and hi-top area is fun! The little sips of vermouth that come with the check are super tasty, and much appreciated!

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  2. Emily

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Party of 4 had a wonderful experience at Ela. The food, spirits, and service were phenomenal.

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  3. Valerie

    San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food, but be warned, some items are spicy. We liked the atmosphere, and it was easy to park. It was a nice touch that all of the staff signed a birthday card. We will be back.

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  4. Annie

    Georgia1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Mostly very flavorful. Not sure why they bother with the greens as an option for the skewers though, as they let the dish down. The greens are simply unwashed and unsorted (limp and mushy) bagged mix you find in a basic restaurant, plus some olives, feta and peppers thrown on. Disappointing for the price and kind of feels like they gave it zero thought and are checked out from the menu. If it’s on the menu it should matter. A little care and some fresher ingredients and this place could be great.

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  5. evie

    Atlanta17 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    This is our third visit to Elas. We live nearby and want the place to be successful. We’ve been to dinner twice and this was our first time for lunch. Only a few people were here midday so it was quiet. Warm welcome and service. I thought my lamb burger was tasty. My husband found the French toast to be very sweet, too sweet for his taste. The unfortunate part was that my husband ordered his meal, and I was not quite ready, so our server went to get our drinks. Then I ordered my meal. We did not know our server put in my husbands meal order to the kitchen, got the drinks, got my order, and suddenly my husbands meal arrived! We didn’t get to eat our food together! I was disappointed in that glitch.

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  6. Kathleen

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was spot on. Comfortable ambiance and seating. The food presentation was very impressive even compared to the first time I visited when they had just opened. Will be back soon!

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  7. David

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Red wine should be chilled to about 60 degrees F. The glasses of wine they served were warmer than room temperature.

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  8. jonathan

    Oklahoma City3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on July 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My only complaints are that they took the two menu items I would go for off the menu, and the pita bread is flat and gets cold fast. What we ordered was fine, but the hot chicken wasn’t hot. Sad to say that I probably won’t be back. Bar service is always on point, though. 5/5 rating for that.

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  9. Rishi

    Atlanta24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional quality food, everything, and I do mean everything was perfect. Best Mediterranean restaurant in Atlanta

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  10. Clark VIP

    Coastal Georgia4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on July 2, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Mediocre fare and cocktails — noisy space exacerbated by loud music. Skip it.

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FAQs

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

Ela is rated 4.6 stars by 417 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 40 times today
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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
  • Delivery & takeout
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