Elea
Greek restaurant · Upper West Side ·
Greek eatery with Greek Island vibes and seafood-forward menu
Greek eatery with Greek Island vibes and seafood-forward menu
"Eléa is a big, attractive Greek restaurant, and it's a good option for an upscale meal in the neighborhood when someone in your group really likes hummus. There’s a bar area upstairs and a large dining room in the basement, and the whole space leans hard into the coastal Greek theme. Your options range from salads and beef moussaka to lamb chops and a whole grilled fish, and you should always start with a few of the dips." - bryan kim, willa moore, will hartman, sonal shah
"Much like a video of a raccoon eating grapes or a large supply of unpopped bubble wrap, the lamb chops at Eléa will never fail to please us. They come with a big pile of fries on the side, and they’re one of our favorite things to eat on the UWS. The crudo and hummus are also great, and, as an added bonus, the space is big enough to fit you and every single one of your acquaintances. There’s an attractive upstairs with white walls and a U-shaped bar where you can grab some food by yourself, and there’s also a big downstairs area that’s perfect for group dinners." - hannah albertine, bryan kim, neha talreja, carina finn koeppicus
"Fitted out with whitewashed brick walls, weathered wood beams, and pretty lighting, this bi-level space exudes all the modern Med feels. Add on the deliciously rustic food and you have a win. Imagine everything from creamy spreads with pita bread to fresh fish. Following suit, ingredients are given the spotlight in the likes of htipiti (feta with roasted chili pepper) as well as whole grilled tsipoura in a lemon, olive oil, and caper sauce. The stuffed tomato filled with arborio rice, golden raisins, pine nuts, and herbs is asavory delight, as is the elevated version of a classic moussaka.Finish with sokolatina,a scoop of Valrhona chocolate mousse topped with cherries and resting atop a chocolate cookie." - Michelin Inspector
"Eléa is a big, attractive Greek restaurant, and it's one of the best options for a somewhat upscale group meal on the UWS. There’s a bar area upstairs and a large dining room in the basement, and the whole space leans into the coastal-Greek theme. Your options range from salads and vegetarian mousaka to lamb chops and a whole grilled fish, and you should always start with a few of the dips. We especially like the hummus. If you need a big table in just a few hours, there’s a good chance you’ll find one available here." - team infatuation
"Your options at this Greek restaurant on 85th Street range from salads to lamb chops to a whole grilled fish - just be sure to start with a few of the dips (we especially like the hummus), and try to not fill up on the complimentary bread. Also, they’ve been hosting live jazz events on weekends. You can make a reservation for one of their sidewalk tables online so you can get a front-row seat." - hannah albertine
