Ela

4.8

338 Reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 54 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
(404) 873-4656
Website
http://www.ela-atlanta.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Darragh Dudley

Location
1186 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306
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!
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 338 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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ela offers an authentic Mediterranean dining experience, blending Middle Eastern and North African flavors. Standout dishes include lamb kebabs, mezze platters, and hummus. The restaurant boasts a "fantastic ambiance" and "attentive service." While some reviews mention noise levels, the overall atmosphere and unique menu make Ela a "great addition" to the Atlanta dining scene.

338 Reviews

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Carol VIP
Atlanta22 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time celebrating our friends birthday and the food was delicious. The staff was super friendly as always. Thank you for being here.
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Kimberly VIP
Atlanta62 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If your looking for delicious Mediterranean food, Ela is the place to be! Everything was amazing and I can't wait to go back.
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JUANITOK
Atlanta15 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated my wife’s birthday and were very happy with our choice. The food was all wonderful and the menu accommodated my two vegans and the two omnivores. Our server Williams was great…personable and very accommodating. The drinks were very good as well. We will be back.
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Devon
Atlanta8 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and cocktails were tasty. Ian our server was great.
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Randy
Atlanta2 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We were a bit disappointed with the service and some of the dishes.
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Jim
Baltimore44 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nick and Tori made our dinner experience perfect.
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Nisha
Atlanta1 review
5.0
Dined on February 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Omgggg I cannot say enough about Ela. The food amazingggg… from the hummus to the lamb skewers and lamb burger…. Celebrated fiancé bday and they gave him a bday card with all their signatures plus dessert… it was so thoughtful… the drinks were amazing… had the capri son and he had the rise and fall. Cannot wait to go back. The manager came over personally and welcomed us. Everything was perfect! It’s our new favorite restaurant!
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Sonya VIP
Atlanta27 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time at Ela and we were extremely happy with all the dishes we had! The brunch menu offered a lot of dishes not just breakfast. The fish sandwich and fries were especially delicious. Coffee and donuts were a perfect end to a great meal. We will definitely be back (with friends). Ela is on our go to Atlanta restaurant list.
ElaResponded on February 28, 2025
Hello Sonya, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our diverse brunch menu and found our fish sandwich and fries delicious. It's wonderful to know that our coffee and donuts made the perfect end to your meal. We're glad that you had a great time at Ela and look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Best regards, The Management Team at Ela
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Christian
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible food, cocktails, and service! 10/10 would recommend
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pageg
Atlanta13 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience. It was a Friday night, so it got a little loud! They were having a busy night.
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FAQs

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

Ela is rated 4.8 stars by 338 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 54 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
http://www.ela-atlanta.com/
Phone number
(404) 873-4656

Ela

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About this restaurant

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Dining areas

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Offers

Happy Hour

Saturday & Sunday Happy Hour

Menu

What 338 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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