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Elevation Bistro, Mentone, AL

Elevation Bistro

4.7
4.7
291 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Elevation Bistro is an intimate and inviting restaurant located in the heart of Mentone, Alabama. We proudly offer menus of locally and regionally sourced ingredients in a cozy and rustic mountain town atop beautiful Lookout Mountain. Reservations are not required but highly recommended.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Bistro

  • Hours of operation

    Mon, Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (256) 634-3001

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Kevin Dunlap

  • Neighborhood

    Fort Payne

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 291 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

  • Alabama

    Best Food

  • Alabama

    Innovative

  • Alabama

    Neighborhood gem

  • Alabama

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Alabama

    American

  • Huntsville

    Best Overall

  • Huntsville

    Best Food

  • Huntsville

    Best Service

  • Huntsville

    Best Ambiance

  • Huntsville

    Best Value

  • Huntsville

    Innovative

  • Huntsville

    Good for groups

  • Huntsville

    Healthy

  • Huntsville

    Hot spot

  • Huntsville

    Neighborhood gem

  • Huntsville

    Great for fine wines

  • Huntsville

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Huntsville

    Good for special occasions

  • Huntsville

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Always a wonderful experience! Food is delicious, service snd staff very friendly and professional. Love this restaurant!
  2. Yellowater

    Chicago

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great service. Great find for Mentone.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely fab across the board. Best burger of my life- a great atmosphere with a most gracious , talented chef and owner (Kevin)with wonderful servers who r so accommodating and hospitable- (Andi)with great music from local artists like Dusty Smith! Even the local guests eating there are welcoming! Can’t wait to visit again!🥰⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ yum
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent food and service as always. We are frequent visitors to Elevation and have never been disappointed. With the return of the fantastic pork chop to the menu, there is truly something for everyone. The live music in the front dining room is a little loud for us, the back dining room is much better. Chef always finds time to visit each table, which is a nice addition to the quality service.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything about our experience was fantastic! I could not recommend this place enough. Farm to table dinner with live music and family, nothing better!
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’ve been few times before but took someone who had not. She loved it. We sat outside. Lovely. Food wonderful. Kevin so hospitable.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Husband and I came here for dinner while visiting the area. We had a 4 pm seating. Our appetizers were good and arrived quickly. Our meal however took at least an hr and 15 minutes. I ordered NY strip at market value which was $58. The steak was a good size but way overcooked. I asked for medium it was well. I asked for it to be lightly charred and the entire side was black. It was hard to eat and chew. We still had a 3 hr drive home so I didn’t say anything I just wanted to get home. Server was nice. Will not return.
  8. roninfam

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and attention from staff, including the chef.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Anniversary meal did not disappoint! Fontana was a wonderful server. I had the shrimp and my husband ate the pork chop. Both entrees were delicious.
  10. DonnyJulie

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely incredible food… we ordered two different entrees and shared them… Fontana is the best server we have had in a long time… this is truly a hidden gem… definitely 5 stars!!!! You won’t be disappointed!!!
  11. AnnH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We really enjoyed the Elevation Bistro - food was delicious, servers and wait staff were friendly and helpful; made great suggestions. We will definitely go back next time we are in Mentone.
  12. MichaelS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a wonderful meal! My wife and I were in Mentone for a wedding and decided to have supper at Elevation Bistro. We both had an excellent Caesar Salad and she had the burger and I had the airline chicken. Both were exceptional! You won't find a menu posted online anywhere. The chef told us that he puts the menu together daily depending on what ingredients he can get from the local farms. I had the sweet potato bread pudding for dessert which was one of the best bread puddings I've had. This is a creation of the chef. He told us that one of his farmers had an excess of sweet potatoes and asked if the chef could use them. He spent about a week testing different ideas and produced sweet potato bread pudding! Expect to spend more here than at most restaurants. It's worth it!
  13. Jodie

    New Orleans

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved everything about our experience. The wine, drinks, and the farm to table food were absolutely perfect. We went back the next day to relax at the bar, enjoy the live music, and sample more menu items. The owner is very hands on and has a true passion for what he does. Definitely recommend Elevation Bistro!
  14. treyd

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience1
    We were there over an hour and hadn’t started entrees. Left before dinner. App and salad was good. Drinks overpriced.
  15. SuzanneH

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Two friends took me out for my birthday (#52). We enjoyed the Mozzarella appetizer and each of us had the Bistro Burger, which we all enjoyed. Incredible dining experience (noise level was just right, service impeccable, and food outstanding). Highly recommend.
  16. Gigi

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food! Fontana is the best! Our favorite place to dine when in the area.
  17. CharlieC

    Mobile

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my fourth visit and it was just as good as the prior three! Kevin and his staff are superb with a casual, yet still elegant, character that makes everyone comfortable and feel as they are the honored guests. Kevin also treats his guests as if he is honored that you chose to dine at his house. Although Elevation is some 300 miles from the coast, everyone raved about his snapper dish and the NY Strip was amazing. Do NOT miss out on the Bittersweet Brownie Sundae. Mercy! Elevation Bistro is definitely worth the travel.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Mobile

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience3
    The food was very good and my cocktail was great.
  19. SusanR

    Alabama

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience5
    Food was ok. We went for our anniversary and was sat at table with other ppl already sitting there. Could not talk to each other privately. Service was good not a lot of beer choices. Just not what we were expecting from other reviews we had looked at
  20. JenniferH

    Alabama

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Only reason I said moderate noise level was because of the live music which was great…woman singing and playing guitar played a nice variety of music! Waiter was perfect! Fried mushrooms were sooo good! Light and crispy! Snapper and beets and greens were delicious and hubby ate every bit! Lemon chicken was tender, full of flavor and when I could t eat it all, hubby finished it! Crème brûlée incredible!!! Both of our cocktails perfect! We will definitely be back!!!
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Tallahassee

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    I ordered a burger medium and it was well done. I would have returned it to the kitchen but that would have inconvenienced the entire table.
  22. ChrisA

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I think this is our new favorite place! All the dishes we tried were fantastic, everything is farm to table and beautifully done. Wait staff were all very attentive and pleasant. Definitely make reservations, this gem of a place is not very big and come busy season you’ll want to be sure you get a table!
  23. AlexandraViv

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food2service5ambience4
    The ambience was wonderful, the service beyond great! The opinions on our food ranged from “it’s alright” to “this is inedible.” Considering the prices, I expected a higher quality food experience. I would return for drinks and an appetizer, but it seems the entrees are a hit or miss. Again, the service was a 10/10 and the ambiance was lovely!
  24. LindaC

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our second visit to Elevation. We love this place! Service was excellent, as was the food! We highly recommend the Airline Chicken and the Burger. We will be back!
  25. BeckyF

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service were outstanding. We had the mushroom appetizer and it was delicious. The airline chicken was so tender and juicy. We will be back when visiting Mentone.
  26. RachelW

    Alabama

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our food was amazing and service was amazing. Highly recommend
  27. Scott

    Mississippi

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Great food!! We had a great time enjoyed talking with friends we weee there for almost three hours and had a wonderful time! Appetizers were wonderful and you have to have dessert!!
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Food, great service and great atmosphere.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great
  30. JessT

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Elevation never ever disappoints! We love the atmosphere, the amazing food, and the charming staff that always makes us feel at home and welcome!!
  31. MarkW

    Alabama

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    They only had 1 NY Strip when we ordered at 4:00 reservations. Had to get 1 sirloin steak. Very tough meat and not that good. Told the waitress it was tough, she offered to take it back to the kitchen but we were limited on time and declined. Saw the chef go to several tables but didn’t bother to come by ours to discuss the meat. We have eaten at this place a dozen times and this was not a good experience for our family.
  32. JohnW

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    Service could be faster, especially with drinks. Waiting too long for food is more acceptable if you have your drink and haven’t had to wait too long for it.
  33. Beth

    St. Louis

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was slow but I only saw one waitress. It was a great meal. You didn’t feel rushed. Cocktails were good. Ciabatta bread and butter was an appetizer and was very good. Shrimp dish my husband ordered was good but would have been a little spicy for me. I got the New York strip which was cooked perfectly. Will definitely return. Fontana, our waitress, was running her legs off but was attentive.
  34. KatPit

    Atlanta Metro

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our Valentine’s dinner was wonderful. Starter of delicious grilled ciabatta. Great crab cakes and ribeye for entree and yummy crème brûlée for dessert. Great meal and enjoyable time.
  35. RVAFoodE

    Washington DC

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience4
    Elevation is a great dining experience. My wife enjoyed the Airline Chicken and the chopped salad. I had the chopped salad and the crab cakes. We were too full to enjoy dessert. The vegetable side, mine roasted root vegetables and hers thin sliced carrots that appeared and tasted liked they were cooked on a grill or flattop, were tasty. Two downsides- took over 10 minutes, which seems like an eternity when sitting at a table, for the waitress to stop at our table. But once contact was made the service was prompt. The chopped salad wasn’t chopped
  36. AnnetteM

    Alabama

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience. Stellar service and amazing food! Highly recommend the crab cakes.
  37. Scott

    Mississippi

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience2
    Waited an hour and a half for our food. Veggies were hard and steak was ok. Dessert was the best part!
  38. Marcus

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Wonderful food even if we were rushed out at the end
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place and the food was outstanding !
  40. ReneeB

    New Orleans

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday dinner for my husband. Food is ALWAYS INCREDIBLE. As well as the drinks. Best dirty martini if you are interested. Caesar salad is the real deal. Menu changes but you can’t go wrong with any selection. But let’s get to the real important menu item. The sweet potato bread pudding. My husband doesn’t even like sweet potatoes but he will fight you for this dessert. They even stuck a candle in it for his birthday. Always excellent service, food, atmosphere and drinks! They even had live music last night and she was awesome! Just go!!!

FAQs

Elevation Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (256) 634-3001.

Elevation Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 291 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 6 times today
Google Map for Elevation Bistro

5951 Hwy 117, Mentone, AL 35984

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Fort Payne

  • Hours of operation

    Mon, Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Bistro

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Kevin Dunlap

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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