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Ela, Atlanta, GA

Ela

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4.7
4.7
364 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean
1186 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 38 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
Ela Mezze + Spirits is a culinary journey through the diverse tapestry of the Mediterranean, with a welcoming twist that beckons you to explore further. Situated in the vibrant neighborhood of VaHi, Ela takes patrons on a Grand Tour of flavors including charcoal-grilled meats, fresh seafood, spices, regional wines and curated cocktails influenced by travels from Morocco to Greece, Israel, Turkey and back. A testament to the region’s history of trade and cultural exchange, Ela’s offerings result in a sensory mosaic as vast and intricate as the sea itself and the lands surrounding it. At Ela everything is shareable, because to us, the best dishes spark the best stories, especially when surrounded by friends -- both old and new.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Darragh Dudley
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Virginia Highland
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Join us every Monday-Friday for Happy Hour at the Bar - 4pm-6pm. Drink Specials and a Happy Hour Food menu will be availabe each day!

    Happy Hour Photo
  • Do you have a larger party???

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:00 AM - 2:45 PM, 3:00 PM - 8:45 PM,Mon - Thu - 5:00 PM - 9:45 PM,Fri - 4:00 PM - 9:45 PM,Sat - 11:00 AM - 2:45 PM, 3:00 PM - 9:45 PM
    Somtimes, it can be hard to make a reservation online for a larger group. If you have a group between 8-12 people, calling the restaurant and speaking with a manager is a great way to see if we can make that work for you and your guests. We are available between 4pm-10pm every day to assist with your large party needs. Thank you and we hope to hear from you soon!

  • Saturday & Sunday Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM,Sat - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Join us every Saturday & Sunday for Happy Hour at the Bar - 3pm-5pm. Drink Specials and a Happy Hour Food menu will be availabe each day!

What 364 people are saying

Ela 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ela is a vibrant culinary gem in Atlanta, earning praise for its "amazing food" and "superb service." Diners rave about the "outstanding" Mediterranean flavors and diverse menu options. The staff, noted for their "attentive and friendly" demeanor, enhance the delightful "atmosphere." Ela is perfect for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings.

364 Reviews
  1. David VIP

    Atlanta40 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The meal was tasty and presented nicely. The cocktails and wine were good. The service could have been better.

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  2. Paula VIP

    Atlanta88 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Good options although limited Fresh healthy option

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  3. David VIP

    Atlanta9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The wait was a bit long for our drink order at first. But overall, the experience was good. Max was a fine attendant.

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  4. Ronak

    Atlanta4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great!! Good drinks. Food was very good. Menu was a little different but not you’re going to eat family style - it’s great!!

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  5. William

    Atlanta17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went to ELA for dinner. Ordered some apps and a couple of skewers. It was all very good and fresh. The mushrooms and harissa chicken were very good. our server was attentive and friendly. Will definitely go again. Highly recommended.

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  6. Brittia VIP

    Atlanta7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    IAN was fantastic! He provided amazing food recommendations! Will be back again soon.

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  7. Bev VIP

    Atlanta13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were excellent. I highly recommend this restaurant.

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  8. Barry VIP

    Atlanta28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Tasty food, served with alacrity. Great spice. Could use a few more non-meat entrees Service was terrific and gracious

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  9. Jeff

    Atlanta110 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was fantastic, but lackluster service made worse by a hostess with less than stellar customer service skills.

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  10. Elika

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is a gem. The food is amazing with unique flavors in every dish. The cocktails are perfectly crafted and they have some amazing rare wines also. Definitely one of our favorite places in Atlanta currently. 

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FAQs

Ela offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 873-4656.

Ela is rated 4.7 stars by 364 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
9:30 PM
Booked 38 times today
Google Map for Ela

1186 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Virginia Highland
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Darragh Dudley
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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