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Bryan/College Station's Corner Of Spanish Cuisine  - Elia Cafe Tapas Bar, Bryan, TX

Elia Cafe Tapas Bar

4.6 (155)
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates
202 S Bryan Ave, Bryan, TX 77803-3927

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Join us for a culinary journey through Spain at Elia Cafe Tapas Bar. Our delectable tapas, paella, sangria, and mouthwatering dishes will transport you to the heart of Spain. Enjoy a glass of wine from our distinctive wine selection to bring out the flavors in every bite. Located in the beautiful Old Bryan Marketplace, Downtown Bryan's historic building dating back to 1910, the warm ambiance and relaxed elegance of our restaurant will have you feeling right at home. And, to make your experience even more special, we offer live music every weekend. Come for the food, stay for the music, and leave with unforgettable memories.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, European
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Tani Family
  • Private party facilities
    We specialize in private events, from weddings, baby showers, and first communions, to business dinners, recitals and fundraisers. We have a variety of private rooms to offer our guests.
  • Neighborhood
    Bryan
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 155 people are saying

Elia Cafe Tapas Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Texas

    Healthy

  • Central Texas

    Hot spot

  • Central Texas

    Neighborhood gem

  • College Station / Bryan

    Best Overall

  • College Station / Bryan

    Best Service

  • College Station / Bryan

    Best Ambiance

  • College Station / Bryan

    Best Value

  • College Station / Bryan

    Hot spot

  • College Station / Bryan

    Neighborhood gem

  • College Station / Bryan

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Elia Cafe Tapas Bar offers an inviting atmosphere with "amazing food and service." The staff is "very friendly," enhancing the dining experience. Signature items like empanadas and sangria are highly recommended. Live music adds to the ambiance, making it a "great place to relax" and enjoy delightful tapas.

155 Reviews
  1. Michael

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great dinner with friends. They let us uncork our own wine! Great timing on the courses. Wonderful food and service!

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  2. Lori

    Austin6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a gem of a restaurant! We have had tapas in Spain, and these were authentic Spanish tapas! Just awesome! All 10 of us in our group truly enjoyed it! Our server, he was awesome too! Great at explaining the menu and the wines. We’ll be back!

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  3. Jason

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very friendly staff. Food and service were excellent! Will be back for more :)

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  4. Billy

    Central Texas4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service! The Empanadas are a must!

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  5. Carson Paul

    Central Texas6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing experience. The food, drinks, service, etc. was divine. Will be back.

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  6. Benito

    Central Texas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great place to spend Easter with my family!

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  7. george VIP

    Washington DC27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The music was great, and the highlight was the warm and welcoming staff. This spot clearly draws a loyal crowd of regulars. Overall, it’s an excellent place to relax, enjoy delicious tapas, and sip on some outstanding sangria.

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  8. Peggy Sue

    Central Texas7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow. What a great place. Food was excellent and our waiter, DJ was amazing. They were packed and he was nice, professional, caring, and all around great server. We sat right next to the music group performing, which wasn’t too loud but a few times we had to repeat our conversation. Don’t wait on visiting this new eatery in downtown Bryan.

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  9. john VIP

    Dallas8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Been to Elia several times. Last night it seemed like they had overbooked the restaurant. It was very loud and took 1 1/2 hours to get our food. Different than our normal visits.

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  10. Don

    Central Texas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very good meal overall, but the scallop tapas were sub par, soggy and not properly seared. Service was great, and the bartender mixed an excellent mocktail for us.

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FAQs

Elia Cafe Tapas Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (979) 485-5595.

Elia Cafe Tapas Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 155 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for Elia Cafe Tapas Bar

202 S Bryan Ave, Bryan, TX 77803-3927

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Bryan
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tani Family
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    We specialize in private events, from weddings, baby showers, and first communions, to business dinners, recitals and fundraisers. We have a variety of private rooms to offer our guests.
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