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Elea, New York, NY

Elea

4.7
4.7
1009 Reviews
$50 and over
Greek
We are bringing "True Greek" to the Upper West Side. At eléa, we only use the finest quality ingredients (Grade 1 Yellow Fin Tuna, Loche Duarte Scottish Salmon) to create traditional "True Greek" fare. Now Open, on the heels of the successful summer opening of Kyma Flatiron, sister restaurant eléa on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. With an open split-level design punctuated with traditional Grecian pottery and décor, eléa will transport guests to a romantic island vacation while also evoking an intimate, softly lit aesthetic perfectly suited for the uptown neighborhood. Meaning “olive” in ancient Greek, eléa offers guests a menu of soulful and modern Greek dishes that encompass flavors across the region’s many islands and terrains.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 72 times today
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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Greek, Mediterranean, Seafood

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Fri–Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (212) 369-9800

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Moschos Akis Tzanakakis

  • Private party facilities

    With an open split-level design punctuated with traditional Grecian pottery and décor, eléa will transport guests to a romantic island vacation. We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

  • Private party contact

    Andrew Marin: (212) 369-9800

  • Neighborhood

    Upper West Side

  • Cross street

    Broadway

  • Parking details

    Metered Street Parking Until 7pm

  • Public transit

    86th street 1 train

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,009 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Manhattan

    Greek

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  1. Joan

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always excellent every time we go there. Food ,service, ambience.

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  2. hhhk

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was absolutely wonderful and the service was terrific. We sat downstairs, which enabled us to have a great conversion without too much noise. A very pretty restaurant with a great ambiance.

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  3. FancyNancy

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very tasty! Pricey, but you get excellent quality food.

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  4. ClaudiaL

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food3service5ambience3
    Such a wonderful Place. Everyone who works there is kind and attentive.

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  5. Nonoy

    New York Area

    45 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    45 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The grilled Spanish octopus is really good. Our server is always checking on us if we need anything else.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The fish was excellent. The eggplant spread was excellent. The cheesecake was light and delicious. This is one of the best restaurants in the upper west side.

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  7. SharonL

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and the food was delicious. Would definitely go again.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Amazing food! Much better with the DJ bringing the sound level down a notch

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  9. DonnaG

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    My last dinner at Elea was an anomaly. People who arrived and seated after us received their food before us. When our food finally arrived it was cold. Even when we ordered coffee it was cold as well. The food is always good and the restaurant did what they could to make it us to us.

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  10. SexyLittleMinx

    New York Area

    48 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Elea was a wonderful experience! I have taken my 89 year old Auntie there several times and she always enjoys their delicious juicy lamb chops. The Greek yogurt was a fantastic and healthy choice for dessert. Super friendly staff! We will definitely return again.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Best octopus! Love the L’hananosalata! Noise level improved.

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  12. Joel

    New York Area

    110 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    110 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Nicely decorate and much larger than expected. Very good food and service. The only exception was a delay in our entree which wasn't explained to us by anyone (i.e. Your food will be here soon or sorry for the delay), until after we received our food. When it did come, my fish was cold. However, we will definitely eat there again.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    West Palm Beach

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We asked for a quiet table and they gave us a corner table downstairs. At first, I wasn’t thrilled but as the night went on it turned out fine. The restaurant got crowded. The food was fresh fabulous. I would definitely go back!

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  14. apricotjack

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Service was attentive. Ambience was nice. Food was fine, drinks were refreshing. There was only one dish that disappointed. The octopus appetizer @ $27 was a miss. We were looking forward to the dish from another online food review site which displayed a simple dish of charred tentacles simply plated with olive oil and lemon juice. Classic Greek preparation. What we received were slices of octopus swimming in a sea of hummus, buried beneath a tomato and onion tapenade. Lost was the chewy grilled essence of the fish with its tangy light drizzle. Perhaps catering to the UWS clientele? The Tsipouro, on the other hand, was very tasty. Grilled and seasoned in the straightforward manner I mention.

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  15. birdwins

    New York Area

    73 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    73 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Elea is solid and consistent. Fish is always good. Salads, mezze. Nice bottle of assyrtiko. Servers are helpful and attentive. Outdoor seating is welcome in nice weather.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Normally, I just fill in the stars, but I have to speak up this time! The service is beyond belief, attentive to everything, and we had many separate requests :-) The food comes out at perfect temperature and quickly. When we arrived, I was disappointed to see us getting a shower downstairs, but it is equally as charming as the upstairs! Loved it. Adrienne M.

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  17. Docdub

    New York Area

    37 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Classic Greek food, very well prepared. The service was efficient and friendly.

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  18. William

    Chicago

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first time to Eléa and I loved it! The service, food and drink were all too notch!

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  19. Impressions

    New York Area

    62 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The food was delicious and although the restaurant was full, we had great service.

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  20. AndreaB

    New York Area

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time dining in Elea so we ate inside even though it was a warm evening. The decor and ambience was lovely and worth dining in. The food was delicious for all three patrons and the service was excellent.

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  21. DeborahG

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was outstanding, as was service. This was the second time I was here. Fish is very fresh and brussel sprouts is a must!!!!

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  22. FatStanley

    New England

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great quality food and dining experience, marvelous staff. Yummy custom cocktails/ mocktails. Value is ok. Seems like they’re back to pre-Covid table density, but the significant amount of outdoor seating helps with anyone who is still a little concerned by indoor crowds. It’s forte is Greek cuisine and seafood. IMO the other items, while good, are there mostly to accommodate guests whose tastes don’t run in those directions. Vegetarians have options here amongst the Greek items (ex: veggie moussaka). If you want an herb chicken, there are lots of different options in the neighborhood. If you want a whole roasted snapper deboned and served table side, hurry over here. Full disclosure, that was a special on a recent evening, and not a regular thing, but you get my point. Γειά μας!

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  23. Michelle

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful graduation celebration dinner here and our waitress was wonderful, Dimitra! She went above and beyond with taking care of us, sending a celebratory moment to our graduate we were celebrating, and was very respectful. Thank you Dimitra, we will return!

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  24. GregR

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is excellent. One of my favorites in the neighborhood!

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  25. Easy2Please

    New York Area

    86 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    86 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, interesting flavors, unobtrusive service. I have no quibbles except that wine by the glass has gotten a bit out of hand - here and elsewhere.

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  26. GregH

    New York Area

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Elea is an absolute amazing Greek style cuisine and a wonderful dining establishment based in Manhattan, New York. In May of 2023, I brought and treated my wife and myself for dinner at Elea to celebrate our Happy Relationship Anniversary, and we both give a huge two thumbs up to the restaurant’s staff for providing us with an extraordinary dining experience. We were politely welcomed by the restaurant’s staff and were quickly provided with a table upon entry. Our waiter, Rikos N treated us with the utmost care and grace. He made sure to properly document our meal orders, address our inquiries, and continuously checked with us to make sure that we were okay, that we enjoyed our meals, and that our needs were met. We thank Rikos for his superb professionalism and great hospitality!!! Both my wife and I loved our pita bread based appetizer, and we very much enjoyed our lamb chop entree meal!!! We’ve definitely placed Elea among our top favorite Greek restaurant!!! In addition to the great meal and service, both my wife and I were impressed with Elea’s cleanliness and the Greek island vibe that’s evoked by the restaurant’s atmosphere. All in all, both my wife and I would like to thank Elea for providing us a wonderful dining experience, and for playing a big part in the celebration of our Happy Relationship Anniversary!!!

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Nice, just a bit loud. Food was good. Service was nice

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  28. Jenna

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A must go to in NY! We shared several plates ..zucchini chips, oysters, sashimi and several others I can't think of but the food was fantastic! Only plate we didn't care for was the one with cheese in sesame seeds. Drinks we had lychee and hazelnut martinis. Make sure to make resos!

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was loud. Food was excellent tho! Had the sea bass. Flaky and delicious.

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  30. EBBxxx

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We've been to Elea several times in the past year and always enjoy it. On the pricier side, but definitely worth the money. My only complaint is the noise level. The tables are spacious and it can be difficult at times to have a conversation with anyone other than the diner next to you.

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  31. Richard

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent as always. A top restaurant on the upper westside.

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  32. KenZ

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. Upstairs toward back of room is a wonderful spot

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  33. Hestia

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were greeted, seated, and served with care and appreciation. We shared the dip appetizer and each of us enjoyed a different main course with forks flying around the table so all of us could try this amazing cuisine! Can’t wait to go again with friends from out of town next week- we are reserved!

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  34. travelingman47

    New York Area

    48 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    My companion and I had a wonderful evening at the restaurant however, the noise level was such that it affected everything when you have to ask your companion to repeat what she said over and over and over agan that takes away something from the experience, I will return, but I’ll sit at the bar and dine when I’m alone

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Waitress was attentive and helpful. Food was delicious. Nice setting. Manager was solicitous. We will definitely come back!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    We love the food at Elea and have regularly eaten there x years. Recently, they have a DJ on the main floor and the noice level has became unbearable. My husband and I have to yell to bearly hear each other across a small table. I even think that the usually wonderful waitstaff is distracted by the noise and far less attentive. We are hoping that they cap the volume of the DJ.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Many of the dishes were excellent but the fish - especially the halibut, was overcooked. I know it’s difficult to cook fish perfectly, but the fish was tough and lacked the delicacy that good cooking enhances. The eggplant/zucchini chips were AMAZING.

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  38. BRendaG

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Service was good. Everyone was happy w meals but me. The octopus had too much onion and capers - overwhelming the main attraction.

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  39. Deni

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really loved dining at Elea, the music is upbeat and the lighting is dim, which makes for a fun dining experience. The lychee martini was delicious as was the dip sampler. Portions are fairly large, where we had plenty of leftovers. The staff was really welcoming and attentive. Would return !

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  40. Neelima

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience! Variety of options for vegetarians!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Elea offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 369-9800.

Elea is rated 4.7 stars by 1009 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 PM


Booked 72 times today
Google Map for Elea

217 W 85th St, New York, NY 10024

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Broadway

  • Neighborhood

    Upper West Side

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Fri–Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Greek, Mediterranean, Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Metered Street Parking Until 7pm

  • Public transit

    86th street 1 train

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Moschos Akis Tzanakakis

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (212) 369-9800

  • Private party facilities

    With an open split-level design punctuated with traditional Grecian pottery and décor, eléa will transport guests to a romantic island vacation. We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

  • Private party contact

    Andrew Marin: (212) 369-9800

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