Anelya

Name: Anelya
Address: 3472 N. Elston Ave., Chicago, IL, United States, 60618
Telephone: (773) 692-2192
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

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4.7 (341)

$31 to $50

Ukrainian

3472 N. Elston Ave., Chicago, IL 60618

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2 people

Jul 2, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Comforting favorites in Avondale by Chefs Johnny Clark and Beverly Kim inspired by old-world cooking. Start your meal with a selection of beverages like a bottle of trendy orange wine or head to the bar after work with no reservation needed for a craft cocktail like The Muse with gin and beet kvass. Our appetizer cart will roll to your table to start your dinner with over 10 bites beckoning to be picked like our fan-favorite smoked carrot paté or sunflower seed hummus. Our main dishes offer a variety of homestyle flavors just like your mother made from thick soups to layered pasta and fluffy Ukrainian garlic bread. Coffee, after-dinner drinks and a flaky pastry like our Napoleon invite you to finish the meal with a sweet treat and hours of good conversation in a space that feels like home.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Ukrainian, Comfort Food, Modern European
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 692-2192
Website
https://www.anelyarestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Johnny Clark & Beverly Kim
Private party facilities
Our private dining room, your party! Seats up to 16 guests with customizable Chef's Tasting menus and beverage pairings. View the private dining room guide: https://www.anelyarestaurant.com/Email us to book: info@anelyarestaurant.com
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
3472 N. Elston Ave., Chicago, IL 60618
Neighborhood
Avondale
Cross street
Elston & Albany
Parking details
Free parking is abundant on Elston Ave. and side streets.
Public transit
From Belmont/Kimball Blue line: Either walk .7 of a mile or take Kimball busNorth to Addison and walk from there.From Addison Blue line: Either walk .7 of a mile East on Addison or take the Addison bus East to Elston.From Lakeview area: Take the Addison bus West to Elston
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 341 people are saying

Anelya 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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Anelya offers a "quietly brilliant" dining experience with exceptional Ukrainian cuisine. Guests rave about the "clean, confident" cocktails and diverse appetizers like trout roe tarts. The restaurant is known for its "attentive and kind service" and a "beautiful space" that makes diners feel at home. A must-visit for adventurous palates!

341 Reviews

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Mateen
Chicago / Illinois1 review
2.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Tiny (almost laughable) servings; big prices. Food was bad to mediocre. Very disappointing. Not a repeat for sure.
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Elizabeth
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent! The virgin bloody mary with celery foam was great! We also grabbed some pastries to go which were fluffy and delicious and a great snack later.
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Brittany
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
There is nothing I would not order from here. From the Zakusky, we got the Egg Mayo, Pashtet, Trout Roe Tart, bread, and cheese stuffed peppers, but I would have eaten the entire cart. For our mains, Lokshyna, Borsch, and Pork Belly. If you drink, do not sleep on the horseradish infused vodka! The service is casual and welcoming, the hand soap in the bathroom is delectable, and the drinks were top notch.
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Malik
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Anelya is unassuming, gracious—and quietly brilliant. Chef Kim was seating guests herself. No announcement, no pretense. You’d only know it was her if you knew. (We knew.) The cocktail set the tone—clean, confident. The infusion that followed grounded everything. The whole night moved with intention, from the surprise of the appetizer cart to mains that felt layered but never overworked. The pashtet with warm pampushky—a personal pairing we authored—hit just right: rich, delicate, anchored. They handled our allergies without blinking. If we didn’t already have dessert plans, we would’ve stayed. Anelya doesn’t try to impress. It just does.
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Kyle VIP
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Really disappointed by the service here because the food was wonderful. New played, but dirty silverware piled up on the table. Napkins left on the floor of other tables and stepped on by staff without notice. Just disappointed
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Khalil
Chicago / Illinois4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great experience in a beautiful space, attentive and kind service and absolutely delicious food. A great way to experience a new cuisine. The staff were so nice and made us feel at home, explaining the dishes to us and their cultural significance. I will dream of the trout roe tarts for the rest of the my life
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Satsuki
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
They had a wonderful pop up shop featuring Ukrainian artists/artisans/makers. It was located past the courtyard, not very visible from the bar. Make sure to seek it out and stop by!
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Ellen VIP
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible all around - food, drinks, decor , staff. Bravo!
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Evan
Nashville1 review
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful meal at Anelya this past weekend. From the moment we arrived the service was spectacular and the food definitely exceeded our expectations. We loved the appetizer cart and getting to experience so many different takes on Ukrainian foods. The warm olives, beet salad, and halushki were stand outs for us!
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Alexander
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing presentation, great interior design and a modern spin on childhood classics and beyond. Made date night unforgettable
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FAQs

Anelya offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 692-2192.

Anelya is rated 4.7 stars by 341 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 2, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 6 times today

3472 N. Elston Ave., Chicago, IL 60618

Additional information

Cross street
Elston & Albany
Neighborhood
Avondale
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Ukrainian, Comfort Food, Modern European
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Free parking is abundant on Elston Ave. and side streets.
Public transit
From Belmont/Kimball Blue line: Either walk .7 of a mile or take Kimball busNorth to Addison and walk from there.From Addison Blue line: Either walk .7 of a mile East on Addison or take the Addison bus East to Elston.From Lakeview area: Take the Addison bus West to Elston
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Johnny Clark & Beverly Kim
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.anelyarestaurant.com/
Phone number
(773) 692-2192
Private party facilities
Our private dining room, your party! Seats up to 16 guests with customizable Chef's Tasting menus and beverage pairings. View the private dining room guide: https://www.anelyarestaurant.com/Email us to book: info@anelyarestaurant.com

Anelya

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What 341 people are saying

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