Award-winning

Elea

4.8

1464 Reviews

$50 and over

Greek

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 68 times today

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Healthy

We are bringing "True Greek" to the Upper West Side. At eléa, we only use the finest quality ingredients (Grade 1 Yellow Fin Tuna, Loche Duarte Scottish Salmon) to create traditional "True Greek" fare. Now Open, on the heels of the successful summer opening of Kyma Flatiron, sister restaurant eléa on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. With an open split-level design punctuated with traditional Grecian pottery and décor, eléa will transport guests to a romantic island vacation while also evoking an intimate, softly lit aesthetic perfectly suited for the uptown neighborhood. Meaning “olive” in ancient Greek, eléa offers guests a menu of soulful and modern Greek dishes that encompass flavors across the region’s many islands and terrains.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Greek, Mediterranean, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Brunch Fri–Sun 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Wed 17:00–21:30 Thu, Fri 17:00–22:00 Sat 16:30–22:00 Sun 16:30–21:00
Phone number
(212) 369-9800
Website
http://eleanyc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Moschos Akis Tzanakakis
Private party facilities
With an open split-level design punctuated with traditional Grecian pottery and décor, eléa will transport guests to a romantic island vacation. We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
Andrew Marin: (212) 369-9800

Location
217 W 85th St, New York, NY 10024
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Area
Upper West Side
Cross Street
Broadway
Parking details
Metered Street Parking Until 7pm
Public transit
86th street 1 train
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

ELEA SALADUSD 21.00
hummus, chickpeas, tomato, red onion, cucumber, manouri cheese, pita croutons (choice of chicken or shrimp)
HORIATIKI SALADUSD 21.00
vine ripe tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, peppers, olives, Arahova feta
LAHANOSALATAUSD 20.00
Brussels sprouts, cabbage, shaved carrots, pomegranate, golden raisins, chestnut & kefalograviera cheese
PRASINI SALADUSD 17.00
boston lettuce, escarole, frisée, mizithra cheese, artichoke emulsion
- Chicken SkewerUSD 10.00
- ShrimpUSD 12.00

ELEA CLASSICS

TASTING OF GREEK SPREADSUSD 16.00
hummus, tzatziki, tyrokafteri, grilled pita
SPANAKOPITAUSD 18.00
baked spinach, leeks, feta cheese in phyllo dough
FRIED CALAMARIUSD 18.00
golden crispy squid, classic tomato sauce
OCTOPUSUSD 27.00
grilled Spanish octopus, shallot, capers, cherry tomato, fava
TUNA TARTAREUSD 25.00
avocado, yogurt, mango, chives, kataifi
GIGANTESUSD 16.00
baked giant lima beans, tomato, crumbled feta
GRILLED SHRIMPUSD 25.00
wild Gulf shrimp, bulgar wheat, frisée salad, winter radish & cara cara orange
FAKES SOUPUSD 15.00
Greek lentils, mirepoix and homemade crostini

LUNCH ENTREES

ELEA BURGERUSD 20.00
smoked metsovone cheese, tomato
LAVRAKI FILETUSD 33.00
grilled Mediterranean seabass, sauteed wild greens
SHRIMP ORZOTTOUSD 28.00
shrimp, saffron, orzo
WINTER GARDEN RISOTTOUSD 28.00
porcini mushrooms, squash, leeks & truffle oil
LAMB CHOPSUSD 36.00
double-cut loin lamb chops, fresh-cut Greek fries
CHICKEN SOUVLAKIUSD 22.00
grilled chicken thighs, mixed green salad, honey Dijon mustard, Greek oregano fries
LAMB KEBABUSD 23.00
ground lamb skewered, yogurt paprika tomato sauce
SOLOMOSUSD 33.00
grilled salmon, lentil salad, orange vinaigrette

SIDES

Green Side SaladUSD 9.00
Sauteed Wild GreensUSD 9.00
Greek Oregano FriesUSD 9.00
Roasted PotatoesUSD 9.00
Black Truffle FriesUSD 11.00

MOCKTAILS

PATHOSUSD 12.00
passion fruit, fresh lime juice, soda
VISSINADAUSD 12.00
sour cherry, fresh lemon juice, agave, ginger beer
STRAWBERRY GRANITAUSD 12.00
fresh lime juice, agave, grapefruit soda

LEMONADES

STRAWBERRY GINGERUSD 8.00
MINT LEMONADEUSD 8.00

What 1,464 people are saying

Elea 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

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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Loved For

New York City
Greek
Manhattan
Greek

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Elea is a vibrant Upper West Side gem celebrated for its "excellent food and service." Guests rave about standout dishes like the "best octopus in NYC" and generous portions perfect for sharing. The ambiance is lively, and "welcoming and friendly staff" enhance the dining experience. Ideal for special occasions or casual dining.

1,464 Reviews

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Peter L
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delicious, fresh and friendly Fun, helpful server and a delightful dinner all around
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Philip VIP
New York City56 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
5 stars for Elea on West 85th. The restaurant was packed and our table delayed, but the Maitre d had the good sense to introduce himself to us and offer a glass of wine. That gesture set the tone for an evening of excellent service. Our server, a lovely young Athenian, was knowledgeable about the food and attentive. The food was perfect, tasty and expertly cooked. Everything was of wonderful.
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Vangela VIP
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service at Elea's are ALWAYS exceptional. I ordered my favorite Prasini Salad and Spanakopita. The salad was fresh and light, and the spanakopita is always savory with the flakiest crust! I cannot wait until my next visit to this neighborhood favorite.
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Dee
New York City12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another swell night of ‘food is love’ at ELEA. Thank you!
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Risa
Fort Lauderdale112 reviews
4.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We are regular customers from the neighborhood and love the restaurant. However, we found the fish to be on the drier side in taste that evening. Otherwise all was good. Thank you.
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George VIP
Naples7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is exquisite but the ambiance and attentiveness of the staff makes dining with them a special treat. Strongly recommend.
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Patricia
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was delicious and our waiter was amazing—and funny
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Jeffrey VIP
New York City11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great spot on the UWS. Always hits their mark and their team works well together
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Joshua
New York City10 reviews
1.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Just an absolutely awful way to spend a Valentine’s Day. I am only writing this based on the “experience” not on the every day nature of the restaurant which I can’t judge / compare because this was my first time dining. Seated downstairs and were rushed. Prix fixe menu failed as the food was not prepared right - shrimp dish (starter) was undercooked. The bus boys rushed us out of our courses and even grabbed the fork out of my partners hand when she wasn’t even done eating. It just failed from beginning to end and it cost over $300! Never again and I would think the restaurant would do some for of restitution but let me guess, that would never happen as I’m not sure they care - they definitely care enough when we were there on v day
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bill VIP
San Francisco10 reviews
3.0
Dined on 13 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Two of us shared the baked salt crusted fish, which was excellent. But another had salmon which , though ordered medium rare, was over cooked and dried out. We should have sent it back but place was so crowded, it was hard to get server's attention. Fourth entre--sea bass--was ok, but not really special and was not properly deboned.. Greek salad first course was excellent as was Greek yogurt dessert. We had early reservations, at 6:00, and it still took exactly 3 hours to complete our dinner. Kitchen was clearly overwhelmed.
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FAQs

Elea offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 369-9800.

Elea is rated 4.8 stars by 1464 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 68 times today

Order delivery or takeout

217 W 85th St, New York, NY 10024

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross Street
Broadway
Area
Upper West Side
Hours of Operation
Brunch Fri–Sun 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Wed 17:00–21:30 Thu, Fri 17:00–22:00 Sat 16:30–22:00 Sun 16:30–21:00
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Greek, Mediterranean, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Metered Street Parking Until 7pm
Public transit
86th street 1 train
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Moschos Akis Tzanakakis
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://eleanyc.com/
Phone number
(212) 369-9800
Private party facilities
With an open split-level design punctuated with traditional Grecian pottery and décor, eléa will transport guests to a romantic island vacation. We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
Andrew Marin: (212) 369-9800

Elea

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Seafood Orzotto

Moussaka

Grilled Shrimp

SALADS

ELEA SALADUSD 21.00

HORIATIKI SALADUSD 21.00

LAHANOSALATAUSD 20.00

PRASINI SALADUSD 17.00

ELEA CLASSICS

TASTING OF GREEK SPREADSUSD 16.00

SPANAKOPITAUSD 18.00

FRIED CALAMARIUSD 18.00

OCTOPUSUSD 27.00

TUNA TARTAREUSD 25.00

GIGANTESUSD 16.00

GRILLED SHRIMPUSD 25.00

FAKES SOUPUSD 15.00

LUNCH ENTREES

ELEA BURGERUSD 20.00

LAVRAKI FILETUSD 33.00

SHRIMP ORZOTTOUSD 28.00

WINTER GARDEN RISOTTOUSD 28.00

LAMB CHOPSUSD 36.00

CHICKEN SOUVLAKIUSD 22.00

LAMB KEBABUSD 23.00

SOLOMOSUSD 33.00

SIDES

Green Side SaladUSD 9.00

Sauteed Wild GreensUSD 9.00

Greek Oregano FriesUSD 9.00

Roasted PotatoesUSD 9.00

Black Truffle FriesUSD 11.00

MOCKTAILS

PATHOSUSD 12.00

VISSINADAUSD 12.00

STRAWBERRY GRANITAUSD 12.00

LEMONADES

STRAWBERRY GINGERUSD 8.00

MINT LEMONADEUSD 8.00

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How is Elea restaurant rated?

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Make a booking

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Dining areas

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