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Ellina, Aspen, CO

Ellina

4.7
4.7
389 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian
Ellina is a cozy, intimate restaurant located in the heart of Aspen.
Nestled in a stone walled dining room for the perfect backdrop in winter and fall, in the summer the large outdoor patio offers al fresco dining in the shadow of Aspen Mountain.
Known for our homemade pastas and modern Italian fare, we also mix it up with an authentic taco menu.
Wine is our passion, and Ellina's worldly wine lists offers over 2500 choices, with a particular love and focus on the wines of Italy.

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2 people

8:00 PM


Booked 10 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Mexican

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (970) 925-2976

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Miguel Diaz

  • Private party facilities

    Please email elllinaaspenjill@gmail.com for buyouts and private event inquiries.

  • Neighborhood

    Aspen

  • Cross street

    Hyman Avenue Pedestrian Mall at Galena Street

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

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

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What 389 people are saying

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Mountains

    Italian

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  1. KathyAnn

    Denver

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was terrific! Excellent waiter exceptional in fact. The food was wonderful. We will be back many more times.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food3service2ambience5
    La comida fue muy sencilla para el lugar, esperaba una mejor presentación
  3. KK81611

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Menu is small but very interesting.....something for everyone. Rather noisy. Great for the young set but not for the hearing challenged.
  4. fernandao

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall1food1service4ambience5
    Tuna tartar no taste My steak was burned Pasta was good
  5. PalomaM

    Denver

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great music and ambiance, went there with my family and it was great. I recommend the fettuccine
  6. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Probably the worst $250 dinner I've ever had. My pasta dish was described as coming with prawns, so I pictured the whole prawn head and all type deal. Nope, five average shrimp. My wife ordered short ribs. What she got was a braised chuck steak. It was dry, boneless, and had none of the fatty goodness that comes with short ribs. Two dishes on the menu complete misrepresented for what they were. To top it off, our server was completely inattentive. We were treated better by the other servers bring our food to our table and the bus people. Not sure if it was because we are lesbian couple, or if we didn't look ritzy enough for Aspen (we were both dressed as nicely as others in the restaurant). Total disappointment.
  7. StephaneT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great Italian diner with a perfect service. We where two and we share the burata prosciutto starter that was just sublime. We had the homemade pasta for the main dishes. For me it was the malfadine bolognese and my wife had the gnochetti both was just amazing. The wine selection and advice was perfect so I do recommend this fabulous restaurant and for sure we will be back
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    It was my husband birthday and I asked to put a candle on the desert and they forgot. Shame on them. My food was almost cold
  9. Foodiesa

    San Antonio

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Awesome night out with friends! Service started slowly, but the sommelier came and took our drink orders. Really great food.
  10. Luky

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ellina is my favorite Aspen restaurant and go to!!!
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    It was my favorite restaurant. Do not know what happened.
  12. kernsie

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Deliciousness personified with a great wait team!
  13. stuartr

    Los Angeles

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Elina is always good and consistent, Honey our waiter was exceptional as always and the owner Jill always appreciated the support for her restaurant. We sat at a table but we like the bar as well. A+
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and attentive service.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience1
    Very very rude staff rude owner. They didn’t want to take back a bowl of pasta because the owner said it’s expensive I can’t take it back, They eventually sent it back to the kitchen and charged us for the plate that we didn’t even touch!! We spent $1000 and we never ever go back to the place.

    EllinaResponded on March 2, 2023Actually, you are not allowed back. You first sent back a bottle of expensive Burgundy because it was 'Sour'. The wine was absolutely perfect. You then created your own dish (Fettucine Alfredo - not on our menu) and you added shaved truffles. You sent them both back because there was parmigiano cheese on top and I took issue with you wasting our time and money. Its a cheese sauce! You screamed at me in front of your whole family and caused a scene. Learn how to behave in a restaurant.

  16. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Apre ski experience. Enjoyed it very much.
  17. ChloeC

    Central Coast

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We each had the tenderloin which was exceptional!
  18. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall2food3service5ambience4
    Most expensive Chopan martini ever, and not very good
  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 21, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Guys, our experience was amazing, the food was great and the service very good, just the table was too tight for the 8 of us. Regards
  20. PamelaS

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always the best
  21. TigK

    Miami

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience1
    This had to be one of the noisiest restaurants we have experienced in a long time! My wife and I were sitting right next to each other and had to shout to be heard. Incredibly, the least noisy place in the restaurant was the bar. Food was good, not great.....our waiter, Martine, was very good!
  22. Indyskier

    Las Vegas

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Never realized this hidden gem was in the heart of aspen before despite visiting area for years. Quaint lower level bar and dining room. Interesting variety of menu options. We started with the pursuits and burrata appetizer for 2 - loved it! My husband had the French onion soup for his entree and said it was a little bland, but delicious nonetheless. I enjoyed the chef’s special scallops - perfectly prepared and quite tasty. Presentation was elegant and service was impeccable. Definitely on our list to visit again
  23. DavidE

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Gluten free options. Excellent wine list. Sommelier on staff. Great cocktails too.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Oklahoma City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Very good restaurant and atmosphere. Drinks were a little high priced!
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and great ambiance
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    On trips to Aspen, I always take the group here. It’s my favorite restaurant in Aspen, and again, it lived up to expectations.
  27. EThom

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, service, and ambiance. Wine list was stellar. Will definitely go back.
  28. AngelaM

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    The food was amazing but the atmosphere was very loud.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was perfect. This is my favorite restaurant in Aspen! Incredible food and fantastic service. The lamb chops are the best I have had and the pasta dishing are beyond!!! Can’t wait for our next trip to Aspen so we can eat here again!!!
  30. HungrryGrrl

    San Francisco

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wow! It’s been a while since I have experienced such a wonderful meal. The staff was wonderful and the dishes were one surprise after another. Already planning to return next year during our annual ski trip to Aspen.

    EllinaResponded on February 3, 2023Thank you for this amazing review, we appreciate you!

  31. Lanny

    Houston

    9 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    Very loud so hard to talk. Red Snapper was not fresh. I know it’s Aspen, but it’s still overpriced. The restaurant is not what it used to be.
  32. jerseygirl

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience5
    Wine list is amazing and Jill is extremely knowledgeable and friendly!
  33. GraceG

    Alabama

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    LOVE it here always !!!
  34. Hungry

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best food in aspen!!
  35. MargiG

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is delicious and served in a quiet, intimate atmosphere.
  36. JenniferA

    New York Area

    48 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had such a great dinner in the cozy, warm space. Had a really helpful wine conversation with the sommelier and ended up with an outstanding bottle. Lovely dinner!
  37. markt

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    ELINA... locally owned, excellent octopus and main course, friendly professional service... not to be missed... the corporates moving into Aspen, can never replace the authenticity of ELINA

    EllinaResponded on January 21, 2023Thank you we love this support, means so much to us!

  38. SueR

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely atmosphere, great food and wines, perfect attentive but not intrusive service
  39. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 17, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience3
    I probably should’ve know that this “italian” restaurant wouldn’t be great when I saw tacos and poke on the menu, but I hoped for the best! Unfortunately everything was pretty bad.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    The hostess was accommodating and got us in earlier than our reservation was for. There aren’t many vegan/vegetarian options, though. Was a bit loud and tables were close together. Great cocktails and dessert made to order!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Diner temperature check required
    • Staff temperature check required
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Ellina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (970) 925-2976.

Ellina is rated 4.7 stars by 389 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

8:00 PM


Booked 10 times today
Google Map for Ellina

430 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611-2905

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Hyman Avenue Pedestrian Mall at Galena Street

  • Neighborhood

    Aspen

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Mexican

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Miguel Diaz

  • Additional

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

  • Phone number

    (970) 925-2976

  • Private party facilities

    Please email elllinaaspenjill@gmail.com for buyouts and private event inquiries.

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