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Anelya, Chicago, IL

Anelya

4.6
4.6
257 Reviews
$31 to $50
Ukrainian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Innovative
  • Charming
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Ukrainian, Comfort Food, Modern European
  • Hours of operation
    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
  • 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

Menu

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What 257 people are saying

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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Anelya offers a vibrant and innovative take on Ukrainian cuisine, with dishes that are both "creative" and "incredible." Diners praise the "excellent service" and "beautiful ambiance," often highlighting the unique appetizer cart and delightful cocktails. While some note the high price point and occasional service hiccups, the experience remains "memorable" and "extraordinary."

257 Reviews

  1. Joe

    Atlanta Metro

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, delightfully personal service. The appetizers come out on a beautiful tiered server and you just pick what you want. Our server described everything beautifully and made suggestions for us. I would definitely eat here again.

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  2. Frank

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was really really good, only don’t take the 9pm reservation on weekday as they close up soon after that. IThey didn’t rush us at all but I don’t like eating while they are closing up.

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  3. James

    Chicago

    81 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    81 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Four of us celebrated my daughter's birthday and loved every minute. Unlike some restaurants, you cannot order "wrong" here. Everything we shared was fantastic, especially the pork belly! The service, including the bartender who makes a Blind Beauty that is a must try if you like horseradish, is top notch. The wine list, though not familiar, provides some excellent pairings at the recommendation of the staff. The vibe is comfortable. Bravo! We will be back!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    INCREDIBLE experience. Hospitality is their middle name. Get EVERYTHING ON THE CART! Especially the roe tart. Wowowow so good.

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  5. Olesia

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and friendly staff. Cozy cute place

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  6. JohnY

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Anelya had amazing food and service! The only complaint was that we had to wait till 845pm to be seated for our 815pm reservation for our birthday party of 5. They kindly offered a round of drinks as an apology. Overall very happy experience; we would be happy to return.

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  7. Libby

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was a little leisurely, but very friendly and helpful. The meal was fabulous and we really enjoyed our evening.

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  8. Miranda

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious, fun, cozy neighborhood treasure. We loved it and will be back.

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  9. Igor

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Honestly one of the worst meals I ever had. Food wasn’t fresh, they were out on a number of items and overall not a good value for the money. Would never come back there again

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  10. Jeff

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fantastic. We will definitely be back soon!

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FAQs

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

Anelya is rated 4.6 stars by 257 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Anelya

3472 N. Elston Ave., Chicago, IL 60618

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Elston & Albany
  • Neighborhood
    Avondale
  • Hours of operation
    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
  • 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
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