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Elevation Bistro, Mentone, AL

Elevation Bistro

4.7
4.7
272 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

Dining areas

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 272 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
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Alabama

    Best Value

  • 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

    Good for groups

  • Huntsville

    Neighborhood gem

  • Huntsville

    Great for fine wines

  • Huntsville

    Romantic

  • Huntsville

    Lively

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  1. JenniferH

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    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!!!
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Tallahassee

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    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.
  3. ChrisA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    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!
  4. AlexandraViv

    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!
  5. LindaC

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 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!
  6. BeckyF

    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.
  7. RachelW

    Alabama

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

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

    Mississippi

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 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!!
  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

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

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great
  11. JessT

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 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!!
  12. MarkW

    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.
  13. JohnW

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 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.
  14. Beth

    St. Louis

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 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.
  15. KatPit

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 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.
  16. RVAFoodE

    Washington DC

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 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
  17. AnnetteM

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience. Stellar service and amazing food! Highly recommend the crab cakes.
  18. 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!
  19. Marcus

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

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

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place and the food was outstanding !
  21. 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!!!
  22. LindaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service absolutely top notch! Kevin locally sources most ingredients and it’s definitely evident in the quality of the food! Our go to restaurant on the mountain.. Linda Harris/Tim Jackson
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An intimate dining experience. We had the halibut and it was excellent! The old fashioned was by far one of the best we’ve ever had.
  24. GregoryS

    Alabama

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience1
    Poor food quality and too loud.
  25. BenS

    Alabama

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love a great restaurant and Elevation is one of the best and always terrific in every regard. Treat yourself!
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great! Good quality, service and wine list! Great job:)
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food. Won
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We absolutely love dining here. The service is always top notch, and the fresh food is prepared to perfection. We appreciate the personal touches and allergy accommodations to make our dining experience at Elevation the very best!
  29. OpenTable Diner

    E. Tennessee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and atmosphere! The dishes really do allow the quality of the local ingredients to shine through... Had the best pork chop I've ever tasted! Will be back ASAP!
  30. LisaP

    Atlanta Metro

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food, awesome music, excellent service!
  31. DeborahC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was absolutely delicious. Our waitress, Fontana was truly exceptional.
  32. EDKK

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The pork chop was likely the best pork chop I have ever had. The chef came out and was very friendly. We will be back!
  33. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I both ordered the Bistro Burger (cooked med rare and well done). They were delicious! The restaurant is cozy and welcoming. This is a to-go-to restaurant in Mentone!
  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent meal and service. We appreciated such a wonderful meal on Christmas eve.
  35. Amber

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall4food2service5ambience5
    The best part about this place is the staff. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. This was our first visit, and we enjoyed the smiling faces. The food could be better since most of the prices here are for an upscale restaurant. We ordered the mozzarella appetizer, and that was delicious. Dinner, however, left much to be desired. One of our plates, the red snapper, had to be sent back, unfortunately, because it was overcooked. Though the waitress kindly took that off our check and apologized. We also ordered the Cacio e Pepe with chicken, which was pretty good but not nearly $40 good. Overall, we enjoyed this place and would possibly try again, but maybe order something different. Great staff, but food needs to be "elevated".
  36. RobertC

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pork chop was awesome and Fontana is a awesome !
  37. BenS

    Alabama

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience, terrific food, fabulous experience.
  38. CharlesM

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. I had the burger and my wife had the NY Strip. Both were great. For the money, the burger is hard to beat. Also recommend the Ciabatta bread.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect place, perfect food, perfect people.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great new find in Mentone! The food was fantastic, the drinks were stellar, and the staff were great! Would gladly make the 1.5 hour drive from home just to have dinner here again! The chef came to our table (as well as each other) after our meal to ask about our experience, which was just the best personable touch. Very refreshing vibe for Mentone! Will definitely be back!

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 272 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

Dining areas

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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