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Elia, East Rutherford, NJ

Elia

4.8
4.8
2913 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
A unique dining experience in an authentic atmosphere. Step through our doors and feel as if you have been transported to a Mediterranean island.

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2 people

10:30 PM


Booked 54 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (201) 939-9292
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jose Luis Falcon
  • Neighborhood
    East Rutherford
  • Cross street
    Orchard Street
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    NJ transit train in Rutherford is less than 2 blocks from restaurant.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 2,913 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

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  • New Jersey - North

    Most Booked

2,913 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food it’s very good and service on point. Music was very enjoyable, I would deff be back soon w some friends. Nice vibe and the decor it’s amazing.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    We went out with another couple and had a few appetizers. Greek spreads and pita, grilled octopus, eggplant and zucchini chips. All delicious. We had skirt steak and sea bass, salmon and Greek crispy meatballs Terrific wait staff and ambiance. Noise level went up after 9 because there’s a big bar crowd that comes in. Definitely will go back. But go on the earlier side if you want to talk easily to your friends at the table.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I loved it all, the drinks were very good. Loved the pineapple martini and the Greek wine selection. Beautiful restaurant I MUST say it and service just go PERFECT with it. ALSO, food it’s fresh and yummy.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    We had a amazing night, food was delicious and service was perfect.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Magnificent restaurant well appointed wait staff and bartenders lack the sophistication of this level of restaurant . Food was outstanding. Great wine list good cocktail menu.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and drinks. Tuna tartar and octopus it’s a must do, the Greek salad was so fresh OMG , Yummy! Beautiful restaurant what else can I say? So good.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I always love their fresh fish but I went this time for some Delmonico steak special they had as my main course. It was amazing. Seriously everything on their menu it’s very tasty. I love their selection of Greek wines and cocktails.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, staff it’s very professional. Elia it’s a must do in the the WHOLE STATE! Well done: be back next weekend.

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  9. SamM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great outdoor seating area. Such a nice ambience. Great, attentive servers who made good recommendations and anticipated our need for more water, utensils, etc. Delicious food with sizable portions. Great value (can only speak for brunch menu)

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    80 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    80 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect place for a nice brunch outside under their gorgeous tent. Everything we ordered came out fast and tasted amazing. Dessert was the best they had some custard that came with bananas. This restaurant has everything you could want highly recommended.

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  11. Alireza

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    The DJ was soo loud, ruined the whole experience. And the music :(… ruined the whole experience. The ambiance was nice. Good quality, nothing special, very over priced for what you get.

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  12. Anthony

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall2food5service5ambience1
    The service was excellent. The food was very good. The restaurant decor is lovely. We went on a Saturday night and the music was so loud we couldn’t hear each other across a table for 2. A DJ started playing music at 7p. The DJ is not mentioned anywhere on the restaurant’s website or when I spoke with someone to confirm our reservation. We wouldn’t have gone when the DJ was there. When we mentioned it to the maitre d’ as we left his response was that’s our Saturday night! I wouldn’t recommend it if you want to have a conversation during dinner!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place amazing experience with good food and drinks

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service, David was on point and professional also the specials was spectacular.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    the food and service was amazing! From start to finish!!

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  16. DanW

    Dallas

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff, chef and experience at Elia never fails to impress. The food and drink selections are always amazing and the service is second to none.

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  17. G333

    San Francisco

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was at another restaurant a while back and overheard the table next to us talking very highly about a restaurant. We were so intrigued by what they were saying we had to ask what the name of the place was. Fast forward 2 months and we've been here 5 times and will be here many more.

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  18. JamesS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Between the decor and the service, we had such a great experience! The food was excellent and the drinks were very tasty. I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    80 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    80 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and atmosphere. Everything we shared was delicious. Our server was very kind and attentive. Do try their special paella it was the best paella I've had in a long time. I'm definitely coming back soon.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous meal, my date was impressed. Food and decor it’s on top of the game. Service impeccable.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic meal from start to finish! Beautiful restaurant, excellent service, OUTSTANDING food and just an all around great vibe!

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the Greek salad, it took my back to my trip to Greece. Everything looked and tasted fresh. I had a Greek white wine to pair my my salad and main course I had their special halibut. Everything was yummy. Deff be back asap.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service as usual and specials was spectacular.

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  24. G333

    San Francisco

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The other day I was there on a rainy day with some coworkers. I cant begin to explain how serene it was sitting in the middle of the tent enjoying the rainy atmosphere but still being protected from the elements. Covered outdoor seating is the best way to spend a rainy night.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    93 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    93 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing as always!! Love to take my clients here and see there expression.

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  26. VeronicaD

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Place is beautiful and the service is amazing. Different plates was ordered from the menu presentation was ok but food taste wasn't tasteful enough. You can taste the charcoal in the meat, chicken and the lamb. Very disappointed because i had a high expectations because Mediterranean food is very tasteful.

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  27. ZaidA

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience2
    Not good. Don't know what the reviews are on about. The brunch menu seemed promising but everything we ordered was below average. Would not recommend.

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  28. AnthonyD

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent restaurant! This is my fourth time here. Love it every time. Some of the all star dishes we got this time 1. Spanikopita Egg Rolls 2. Tuna Tartare 3. Chilean Sea Bass Entree 4. Special Lobster Pasta with Basil Also, Rami is an awesome waiter. I highly recommend asking for him. The only downside is cost, we order one moderate priced bottle and still spent $500 with tip for a party of 4. That’s pricy for a lot of people. Otherwise, fantastic!

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  29. NickG

    London

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Great food and service by David our waiter. Tables are far too close together to the point it feels like you are part of the neighbour's conversation. Hostess could not get us to the table fast enough and just left the menus and left and we had not even sat down at that point. Check in at the host stand could had been friendlier as well / the guy did not even smile and was quite unfriendly. But food excellent.

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  30. TonyG

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service, the food, the atmosphere; were all five star quality. It was my wife’s birthday and I wanted everything to be special and it WAS! The grilled octopus was delicious. The complimentary hummus was out of this world. My wife had the black ink pasta with seafood and I had the Delmonico steak special. My “smoked” Old Fashioned was delicious. We finished the night with the peach cheesecake, which the waiter brought out with a sparkler to celebrate my wife’s birthday. We enjoyed ourselves immensely and will definitely be back!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was amazing from the appetizers to the entree which were fabulously delicious and dessert with cappuccino, the entire staff were attentive and made sure our first visit to Elia was perfection! Planning out next visit even though it’s 2 hours away from home the trip is well worth it. Modern Mediterranean delight!

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food it’s tasty as always, I enjoy ordering a whole bunch of apps and some Greek wine it’s my must do at Elia, service it’s on point. Be back soon!

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  33. AndrewW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best Greek pasta and fish meals ever. Everything was fantastic except the flies buzzing around outdoors. Otherwise we loved it.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    80 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    80 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love mediterranean cuisine, and this place is my new favorite. They have the best Greek spreads and char grilled octopus. I ordered their branzini whole fish for my main, and it was honestly the best fish I've had in a long time. They served with delicious lemon potatoes. Dessert, we had baklava and their special greek yogurt mousse. Everything was phenomenal. The staff was very kind and informative. Highly recommend

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  35. G333

    San Francisco

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Clients were very impressed with this restaurant for our lunch meeting. Even said they would bring their wife here for dinner later on in the week.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Went here before a concert at MetLife. Great ambiance. We sat outside. Decorated beautifully. Yes, the street noise is loud, but they do a great job of making it feel private and have music at just the right decibel to block out the street noise. Food was excellent, except for my tuna. It was very bland and the outer edge of the tuna pieces should have been more grilled. Other than the tuna, everything was delicious, including the cocktails. Great, varied menu. As I said, we sat outside, but the indoor decor is even more beautiful. Would definitely return. Service was excellent too!

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great freaking place. Music it’s a vibe. It makes u feel on a vacation in some Greek island. Food it’s delicious. I also like the spicy drinks they have. And also the smoked old fashioned. I meant I enjoyed it allllll thank you!

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  38. ChrisC

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing as always I’d highly recommend anyone to try this place out!

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  39. PeterD

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for authentic mediterranean food. Grilled whole fish was delicious, as were the apps and Scallops. Very attentive serving staff. Ambiance was upscale but caters to a wide range of customers. We are from out of state, and this was a hotel recommendation that was worth the visit. $$$. So expect to pay for the quality and service - we would return if we were here again!

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  40. Jason

    Pittsburgh

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent restaurant! Food was delicious and will return.

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FAQs

Elia is rated 4.8 stars by 2913 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

10:30 PM


Booked 54 times today
Google Map for Elia

240 Hackensack St, East Rutherford, NJ 07073

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Orchard Street
  • Neighborhood
    East Rutherford
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    NJ transit train in Rutherford is less than 2 blocks from restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jose Luis Falcon
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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