Elia

Elia is a fantastic spot for weekend brunch in Pleasanton! The service was warm and welcoming from the moment we arrived. The food really impressed us — the lamb chops were juicy and flavorful, and the lobster risotto was rich and perfectly cooked. Everything was beautifully presented and tasted just as good as it looked. Great ambiance for a relaxed yet upscale brunch experience. We’ll definitely be coming back!

Very disappointing. My wife and I were excited to eat brunch here because we were impressed with dinner at the Walnut Creek location. I ordered steak and eggs and the portion was laughable as if they ran out of steak and gave me a couple scraps of trim. My wife had the Greek breakfast plate, which for the most part did not seem authentic, or house-made, but rather an assortment of items we could have made at home from Trader Joe’s. Otherwise, the ambience was nice.

Elia is hands-down the most beautifully decorated restaurant in Pleasanton. The indoor design is elegant and stylish, while the outdoor seating feels like a Mediterranean escape. But the real standout is the outdoor patio — lush greenery, stylish seating, and a cozy fire pit that creates the perfect ambiance for evening dining. Service is top-notch — friendly, professional, and attentive. Whether you’re out for a special night or just want a stunning setting to relax, Elia delivers an exceptional experience.

A fine Greek restaurant in the Pleasanton area. We went for lunch and made a reservation. Service was a bit slow even though there was not much of a crowd. However the taste was good and the portions were just enough.

Dining outside would enjoy the casual, pleasant European lifestyle. The food is good. We had Benedict and lobster Omelet for brunch.

Had lunch in the super cute terrace and the experience was so nice. We had some entrees to share, they were nicely presented and tasty. Had a nice soft Greek wine as well. The only downside was that there's no gluten free bread.

Staff were friendly, polite and attentive. Staff was always there to refill our water glasses without us asking. Warm, comfortable and elegant atmosphere. Delicious food perfectly presented. The tastes just blended so well together. Even the bread and dip were heavenly! We were able to get a table without a reservation; but then we arrived early.

Came here for birthday lunch. The atmosphere is amazing and the food is extra pretty. (Tasted really great too)

My wife and I chose Elia to have my milestone birthday dinner. We had a party of 16 and I could not be more pleased with the entire evening start to finish! Shout out to Erick!! He was so professional, kind, and knowledgeable about the wines and pairing them. The staff were all amazing and took very good care of us but not too much; ambiance is fantastic!! Great music, warm and welcoming 'classic' decor with some modern love. The bar is proportional to the restaurant. Now the food is why we chose this place and BOOM! We (ELIA) NIALED IT!! Literally every single item ordered was wonderfully prepared and absolutely delicious. The menu is amazing and is friendly to all human species; herbivores, carnivores, etc. Every guest at our table raved about the quality, the flavor, and the fair/generous portion sizes. I can only speak on my own experiences so I will highlight them: Starters: -Pikilia -Kalamarakia -Spanikotiropia -Keftedes - Salad: -Horiatiki Main: -Arnisia Paidakia (lamb chops) -Filet Mignon -Halibut -Kotopoulo Souvlaki *It was a busy Friday evening and was wish I had more time to thank them all personally, so instead- I suppose I will go back and do it in person. We can't wait to try some other things! Very Well Done, Elia! Thank you! Over Five Stars in my book!

We went to Elia in Pleasanton and tried several dishes -- everything from the lobster paella and lobster pasta to the whole branzino, ribeye skewer, and ceviche. Every plate was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. The flavors were fresh and vibrant, and the seafood was cooked perfectly. Service started out great -- attentive and friendly -- but toward the end, things slowed down. I had to ask for the bill several times, and it took quite a while to get it, which was a bit frustrating. The restaurant itself is gorgeous, especially the front area, with a warm, inviting vibe, with the fire pits. That said, the chairs have to be some of the most uncomfortable seats I've ever had in a restaurant, which made lingering over a nice meal less enjoyable. Overall, amazing food, good service and lovely ambiance -- just be prepared for the seating

I had a quick lunch with a coworker here and it was delicious! I was in the mood for Mediterranean and this came highly recommended by a colleague. When we arrived, there was plenty of seating and we were sat right away. Our server was very attentive and the whole staff was friendly. The decor is gorgeous with little cutouts in the wall and beautiful light fixtures - a very fresh experience! The food was good- I do wish I had an opportunity to try more but it was only a quick meal. I love Gyros and it was very tasty although the meat might have been a bit overcooked. It came with some delicious fries and also there was bread and oil for the table that was a treat as well. There were many items on the menu that looked good and I look forward to trying more

This review is a few days late, but equally wonderful! I went to Elia last Saturday for my bridal brunch right when they opened at 10am. I had a reservation for 6 and since we went right at 10, there was no wait and inside was practically empty while we were dining - a lot of parties were outside which worked in our favor. Let me start by saying the decor inside and outside takes you straight to Greece. The vibes are modern, but calm and airy. Our server was Dominic. He was super attentive and very sweet. For my drink of choice, I ordered an espresso martini. For my entrees, I ordered 'Scrambled Eggs' and 'Blueberry Banana Pancake'. The beef gyro that comes with the scrambled eggs was delicious! It was super filling, but didn't make me feel too heavy. The blueberry banana pancake is exactly how you would think it would be. You can really taste both of those flavors! It was also light as well! Lastly, to finish off the meal, I ordered a poached pear for dessert. When I say I was happily surprised, believe me! It was fresh, also perfectly sweet. The pear mixed perfectly with the pistachio and vanilla bean gelato. I highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely be coming back!

Dined in for a weekday work lunch with a group less than 10. I'm honestly new to Greek/Mediterranean food, but everything on the menu looked tasty. I had no idea what the items are, so I had to refer to the ingredients and some photos on Yelp, but no combination of ingredients sounded not good to try. It took me so long to make a choice. The item I got (no longer found on the menu--I literally been scanning their current menu and cannot find it for the dear life of me) was a coconut dish with fish, avocado, mangos, and chips for dipping. It was a fun dish, but a very tasty one. The drink on the side is the coconut juice they extracted from the coconut bowl. Everything tasted very fresh. I would order it again, but sadly it is no longer on the menu. My second option would had been the beet salad with a salmon protein. My coworker ordered it, and it looked very good. Everyone's items looked tasty, and I didn't hear anything that went wrong with their food. The only thing that was disappointing at first was the service. It was not busy for weekday lunch, but we were left abandoned outside at the corner and we didn't really get attended to. We were basically the only party outside in our area. A lunch that could had taken an hour took to almost a hour and 45 minutes because of their inattentiveness. When the server was there, he was kind, but they did not check in with us when we were ready to order. I would come back and try other dishes though!

Came here today with the wife and in-laws. My wife is Greek so she LOVED it here. She said it felt like home. Outside is very nice and wonderful amount of seating available. Inside you feel like you are in Greece right away. I bet at night its beautiful inside. Inside seating availability is wonderful as well. Overall you can fit a lot of customers without feeling it's too packed. Alcohol options is great. But for me I'm bourbon fan and I was impressed with their options. I had the Michters small batch. Menu's and the options are great. You don't feel like your looking at a over packed menu that has too much on it. Very clean. For apps we had SAGANAKI, KALAMARAKIA and AVGOLEMONO. All was very good. The KALAMARAKIA came jalapeno's and red onions. Really added a great flavor. For the main course we had KOKKINISTO, HALIBUT and LAVRAKI. All was very good as well. Halibut came with a sauce that really went well with it. For desert we had Baklava, Greek Yogurt Cheesecake which was absolutely amazing and I don't like cheesecake at all! Their Greek coffee is WOW. Will be looking for it to buy for home. Staff is very professional and beyond friendly. They take the time answer any questions you have. Also very well dressed. The only negative thing for me which was not enough to lower the stars is my food came out first and the rest at my table came out 20 minutes later. But things happen and it was ok. Not everything is also going to be perfect and you have to understand that and not be a snob about it. At the end with all the wonderful food we had I did not feel over full like I do when I have an American food restaurant. You can for sure tell the food is quality and ingredients are fresh. I highly suggest giving tis place a try cause you will be sorry if you don't.

Elegantly decorated. Burrata with fruits were refreshing and it awakened my palate. The lamb chop is a little gamey than the others that I tasted, I personally do not mind it, for me, it is the distinguishing factor between lamb and beef. And I love lamb! Fish was tender and perfectly seasoned. Moussaka was really good. Will order this the next time I go back. Prawns Rockefeller tasted good, like playground in my mouth. Some ingredients were sour, some were a little sweet... but they all compliment each other and was just the perfect combination of taste and texture. I understand Paella has variety depending on where it came from. Seafood Paella is not to my liking. It did have a lot of protein but I am not a fan of the taste, nor the texture of the rice. Greek coffee was good. The texture was kind of like drinking a chocolate drink. Like there's depth but flowy. Service was great. Staff were friendly and attentive.

Love Elia for creative and fun cocktails and Mediterranean mezze plates! Great service that is prompt and very courteous. Ambience is classy, stylish and elegant. Love the outdoor seating near the fireplace on cold day. We will be here again!

I wanted a new restaurant to go for Easter Brunch and this place fit the bill. The decor was lovely, the hostess, and our server were attentive and courteous. I had browsed their menu before coming and wanted to order the dolmathes, grape leaves stuffed with rice, pine nuts, and herbs ( I was able to order and they were scrumptious), and a gyro sandwich, unfortunately the gyro was not on the brunch menu which was a huge disappointment. I opted for a Greek omelette with cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, olive, peppers, and onions with a side of fruit, and breakfast potatoes. The omelette was okay a bit salty, from the combination of the olives and feta cheese. The ambiance and service made up for the omelette and not getting a gyro sandwich. I need to go back and get that sandwich. The restaurant was packed for brunch. A lovely restaurant in downtown Pleasanton across from Zachary's Pizza.

Nice experience at Elia for Father's Day! Great ambiance inside! Made me feel like i was back in Santorini! The food is good, I liked the temperature of the pasta which was piping hot! Cute for date night and also for girls night! A little pricey on the entrees but overall nice experience!

We really enjoyed the food, highly recommend the pasta and paella! The ambience was amazing, but the service could've been a little better. The area is super cute, would definitely recommend trying!

Came here on Saturday for lunch and we did not have a good experience. The food took a really long time, and we could see the servers were fussing with each others. There was a car show going on, but the restaurant should have considered that into how busy it would be. It all seemed so chaotic. I have been here for company lunch and had their dips before, they came with pita, which also listed on the menu. But ours came with the bread rolls with no explanation when the food arrived. Price was high, and definitely not worth the service. We still tipped like normal but probably will never come back.

Ambiance was excellent, we sat outside on the patio and it was so lovely. Service was good, our water was never empty. The food was so good! I read in one of the older reviews someone said the house bread was not good but i disagreed? It was very soft and the house dipping was delicious. We had tzatziki as appetizer and it was really fresh and bright . The beets salad was good but the octopus was delish! It was cooked just right and not rubbery at all. The Moussaka was also delish if eggplants is your thing.

A little disappointment on the visit last night. I was here to celebrate my friend's birthday. Service, drinks were fine. Appetizers and salad were good as usual, but escargot was very tiny. We were given a small table that was a bit challenging to share three appetizers at the same time, couldn't enjoy comfortably. When it came to the entree, lamb chops, was a big disappointment. The server specifically asked how we like it and also suggested us get 4 pieces because order comes in 3 originally. We agreed and asked for medium. However they came out overdone. The cook decided to make it up by giving extra two pieces to us instead of remaking the whole order. I am not sure if it's an appropriate way to do in a high end restaurant. A small gesture of giving complimentary birthday baklava was appreciated.

The service is great. The food is amazing. The decor is absolutely stunning. Definitely a 5 star experience.

Service and ambiance of the restaurant was amazing, but sadly the food was a bit disappointing. My husband and I had come there for date night. Their outdoor seating has great vibes and little fire pits and blankets for if you get cold. We really wanted to like this place but almost every dish we ordered was just OK.

My husband and I decided to try this new restaurant. He had a glass of Syrah and I had a mock tail, the cupids arrow. Both drinks were very good. We started with the keftedes meatballs. They were okay. Meat mixture not as tasty as my Yiayia's recipe. My husband had the chicken souvlaki. The rice pilaf needed salt or seasoning and the chicken was very bland. I had the moussaka and it was very tasty. We were too full to try any dessert. Service was very good. I would definitely return to try other entrees.

The food was delicious, service perfect and the ambience was calming. We had a party of 8 and we all ordered something different. Everyone was very satisfied with their meal and the presentation was excellent. We ordered a bottle of Champagne which was poured out for us snd placed in an ice bucket and re poured until finished. I had the beet salad and for protein. We also had 4 appetizers and all were delivered in a timely manner. I definitely recommend this spot snd will return again for a nice meal in a pleasant place. They also offer outdoor seating although we dinned inside.

Never been to Santorini, but if you are in the Tri-Valley and want to pretend you are, then go to Elia in downtown Pleasanton right next to Heritage Bank of Commerce. Pleasanton-ini. Let's cut to the chase, there is a reason there are now three locations. Because they are "opa" Aristotle-style. Yea, I'm 45 now so dad jokes are the new norm. Came here on a Wednesday night and it was packed. Ordered an eggplant appetizer, chicken thigh skewers, and whole sea bass. Honestly, I forget what they were called because it's hard to pronounce Greek shit. I think the eggplant was something called MELITZAHAKUNAMATATA? A lot of Ts, Zs, Ks and Ls and a ton of vowels thrown in between. Greek spelling bees must be hard AF. The chicken thigh skewers were juicy and the vermicelli-bulgur with toasted almonds was fantastic. To all my Asian people and lactose people out there. You may want to stay away from the tzaziki though. I won't go into details. The lavraki, a whole Mediterranean sea bass was cooked to perfection. Crispy skin, perfect seasoning, grilled lemon slices... On top of that, it was semi-boneless with the main bones removed. You may find a bone here and there, but being Asian, just removing the main spine for me was a bonus. That said, this dish will likely scare away the fine dining people who are used to having fish filets where the fish looks nothing like the animal that it used to be. I am sure looking at the expired fish's beaty eyes will freak out some snowflakes. Meanwhile, us Asians are fighting over who gets to eat the eyeballs LMAO. At the end of the day, aside from the tzatziki that game me the tza-shitzies, I am definitely going to be back. Especially since I want to order the flaming cheese thing. I think it was called Saganaki but looked like Nagasaki in a pan when they set the cheese on fire tableside.

Beautiful location that brings you into the perfect Greek dining experience, with very attentive staff. I absolutely love the meatballs and salad. Everything taste so fresh and simple. If you love the olive tapenade with the fresh bread, it's available for togo purchase.

Elia was our second stop on our (espresso) Martini Monday. We knew they had octopus so we decided this is where we would get a bite. The interior is clean and crisp, definitely a Greek beach vibe. The service was attentive, although in a prescriptive way, not a friendly or engaging way. The espresso martini... I'm just going to come out and say it, this was not our favorite, not even close. The flavor was okay, but lacked the punch we expect from a nice espresso martini. We never even entertained getting a second. Not to mention, there were five beans in each glass. Dear Elia, three is the magic number. Martini Ranking: We hit up three spots for our Martini Monday and this was 3/3, with Almafi and Lokanta coming ahead. We ordered a couple of starters and the lamb ribs to share. Octopus: 4/5 Perfectly cooked, a nice crispy exterior and a buttery interior. The flavor was spot on, and that's how this landed 4 stars. We were not sure why the presentation included a partially roasted (and out of season) whole tomato, it was very bland and took away from the dish. There was one small tentacle, definitely not what we would expect for the price or in comparison to octopus apps at some of our favorite spots. Beet Salad: 3/5 . A visually pleasing plate, but given the title was beet salad we expected more than three little wedges of beets. We both liked the crispies on top, and I enjoyed the greens. If it was advertised as a salad with some beets, we may have given it a fourth star. Lamb: 1/5 Disclaimer. I cook a mean lamb. This one... so disappointing. There was no crisp or the outside, whatever searing they did added no flavor. The lamb and the fries (we asked for fries but it comes with mashed potatoes) were terribly underseasoned. Terribly. Lamb should not be bland, and a pinch of salt, maybe some pepper, would have helped this dish out a lot.

The food is good. The lamb meat balls were tasty as well as the drinks. Service was prompt, however we were charged non happy hour pricing despite it being happy hour. A minor error, I'm sure:

I came here with my family for dinner. Delicious food. Amazing pear dessert. Friendly and welcoming service from our server and the manager came around too to ensure everything was going great. We had a great chat with the guy refilling our waters. He had such a charisma and welcoming personality. Beautiful decor inside. Felt like I was in Greece. Would return!

WOW!! All of the apps and main courses were really good. Serving sizes were perfect for 6 people even splitting apps. The fried cheese and fried olives were my favorites. The escargot was unimpressive. Halibut is a must. Paella was a must. Service was good! Our waitress made good recommendations. Can't wait to try the Walnut Creek location!

We had an excellent experience as a group. We had our team's holiday lunch in a large group. The ambience and the decor was good. Not too noisy(Personally, I don't consider people talking loudly and having fun as noise!). The 5 stars specifically is for the staff and the service. They took care of us well. Main food, appetizers were super tasty. Every one liked what they got. Might be a wee bit pricey, but I highly recommend this place for those special occasions and also for work meetings, parties. Great memory we made! Thanks to the entire team at Elia. Creating gourmet food in such a hospitable environment is no less profound than the cool products we make at work.

Beautiful little spot in downtown Pleasanton, perfectly decorated for cute vibes and delicious food. We ordered the lavraki, chicken sandwich, and the zucchini cakes. They also gave some bread at the beginning of the meal which was really warm and fluffy. The zucchini cakes were perfectly crispy while the chicken sandwich was juicy and paired well with the feta truffle fries. The lavraki was fresh and I liked how it separated from the bones easily. Great paired with the arugula and veggie salad. It was a great, light meal that was still filling and satisfying.

Elia is my favorite Greek restaurant in the Bay Area. The food is delicious and fresh and the service is friendly and attentive. I have been here for work dinners a few times and I always look forward to the experience. First of all, the decorators nailed it with the design and decor or the space. There is a full bar and outside seating as well. The servers take your drink order immediately and the cocktails are beautiful. I do not remember exactly what the evil eye cocktail was named but everyone at our table of 20 people ordered one and everyone had a smile on their face! We started off with many appetizers which I did not get pictures of. The highlight is always the saganaki which comes flaming to your table. If you are a seafood lover, the seafood paella dish is huge and delicious. Everyone at our table ordered something different and thoroughly enjoyed their meal. If you are in the Bay Area and love Greek food, this place should be on your list. There is also an additional location in Walnut Creek.

My absolute favorite restaurant in Pleasanton!! Food here never disappoints - We ordered Seabass, Beet Salad, Fried Olives, Burrata Salad and Lamb Sandwich. And the star dish was Saganaki Drinks are great too! I ordered the Sipsmith Gin. The place will transport you to Greece, the decor is absolutely stunning. You must make a reservation here. Highly recommend it!

The BEST Espresso Martini i have tried so far!! Had brunch/lunch with a good friend in April. It was a nice day and we sat in the front porch. The vibe was lovely and the people watching was fun. We had the grilled octopus and paella. Unfortunately we were there months ago so I can't remember the detail but my recollection was the food was very tasty. The service was good and we were checked on a few times. Did I say they have the BEST espresso martini??

Coming here is a treat that I usually reserve for special events. That's because Elia is a very special restaurant. The decor inside is beautiful and modern, but I think their outdoor seating is really something else. It's like I was transported from the urban bustle of downtown Pleasanton to a quiet Mediterranean villa. I love going there because of that immersion! Equally impressive is their food. Their seafood paella is really flavorful and the lobster was perfectly cooked. The rice was a bit undercooked for my liking, but that might just be my preference. I also really enjoyed their poached pear. It was the perfect dessert to end the night. Visually stunning and not too sweet. I've been coming back time and time again for birthdays, anniversaries and date nights. Each time was memorable and I highly recommend Elia if you're looking to impress!

This was my first time there and I loved it - for sure will be coming back again. The food was full of flavor, the staff were so kind and swift. They were attentive to details and the am since was mellow. Great spot to catch up with a friend, take the family out, or maybe even go on a date...

I used to love this place but last time we went my lobster was overcooked twice :') I just dealt with it the second time but just made a mental note to not come back... the gentleman that waited our table was very kind !

I truly love this place again. In the past years, their hires wasn't great, their recent year hires are amazing and with all honesty their food were always terrific.

Came here again for my mom's birthday and decided to get dessert as well. Food was very good- the prawns looked different than the images shown here but it tasted amazing! We got the poached pear and it was just the right amount of sweet with hints of pistachio. Overall, another great time!

This was our first time and I am definitely looking forward to going back and trying more items. The decor and table settings were absolutely gorgeous and lended to a vacation feel while dining! This place has such a lovely ambiance! The service was terrific! From the second we entered, the hostess gave excellent service. She was so welcoming and acknowledged that we requested an outdoor table. We did change our minds and she was so kind and gave us a beautiful corner booth inside. Most of the food was absolutely fresh and delicious with the exception of two items. You can tell when fresh vegetables have been sitting cut for days before serving them. All the vegetables tasted like they were freshly cut that morning. The complimentary bread and dipping oil they gave was an absolute treat! The bread was warm and soft. We ordered the pikilia platter which had roasted eggplant, roasted red bell peppers, and tzatziki. I could have devoured the whole plate on my own. The crispy zucchini cakes with the side salad was so full of flavor. I will definitely order these again! My friend enjoyed her skillet baked eggs and it really did look delicious. I ordered the lamb beef meatballs and this was the disappointment. The meatballs were over cooked and extremely hard. It was difficult to even cut them with a knife. The last one was so hard I couldn't even eat it. However, the sauce and salad were delicious. Another disappointment was they didn't even give the eggplant chips that were supposed to be included on the dish. That's one part of the dish I had really been looking forward too. I wouldn't order this again. I enjoyed my dessert and it was the phyllo dough with semolina custard with a berry sauce. My friend didn't like her poached pear dessert. She said it didn't have any flavor and you can't even tell it was poached in champagne or any kind of alcohol. It just tasted like a pear boiled in water. She thought it would have been better with some sort of seasoning on top. However, all in all, everything was enjoyable and we would go back again!

Another, absolutely fantastic evening here at this gorgeous venue. The staff went out of their way to make our 16 year old feel extra special at his birthday. We had the seabass, the lambits, the flaming cheese (too good), the shrimp, the spanakopita (which were nice but got overshadowed by the other dishes) for appetizers. We got multiple servings of their fresh bread which is perfection! For the main course, we had the perfectly balanced and flavorful halibut, the lamb chops and the staff created a special lobster pasta for our son. We tied the evening with a bow by finishing off with the poached pear, the custard dish and lava cake, all lip smacking! We will return! Thank you!

The bread rolls were a little dry but served warm, and the olive oil with a sort of tapenade had a bold, well-balanced flavor that complemented them nicely. The atmosphere is fantastic! The Greek-inspired decor blends beautifully with downtown Pleasanton. Loved the succulents, white table linens, and the cozy-looking fireplace (which I bet is great at night). The soup was super flavorful, with a bright lemony kick that worked perfectly with the dill. It was served at just the right temperature and looked great. The rice clumped a little, and the chicken pieces were on the bigger side, but overall, it was really satisfying. Service was friendly and attentive, especially with water refills. There was a small mix-up where I was given the wrong check and my soup almost went to another table, but everything got sorted quickly. The music was just right, present but not too loud, setting a nice mood. Overall, a great spot with delicious flavors and a welcoming atmosphere. Would definitely come back!

This greek restaurant is very elegant and beautiful but still casual and inviting atmosphere. We sat outside and each seat had a blue blanket. Both service and food were excellent. I recommend this place for date nights, anniversaries, girls night out, family brunch, etc.

The food is always good! We only ate apps tapas style and ordered more of the spanakopita and cauliflower because we wanted more! Must haves! The dips are all delicious and the sauce with the fried olives is sooo good! The zucchini cakes are good but not a standout. The vibe is always fun and feels like you are in Greece! The staff is very attentive and helpful!

Food: paella was the best I have ever tasted, moist and creamy, Service: friendly, attentive, professional Ambiance: beautiful, romantic, inviting, Parking: street, easy to park and it's free

Nice ambiance, beautiful food presentation (and yummy) efficient staff, delicious drinks, and great service are all what makes this restaurant very alluring. I'm always looking forward to trying different cuisines, and this place was just perfect. Love the concept of having the coat/purse rack next to our table. When one of our appetizer orders came out wrong , staff immediately corrected the order and even allowed us to keep thr existing one. Great place for a girls get together!!!

Celebrated the birthdays of two of my friends here and loved how accommodating the staff were. I was able to drop off the cake prior and then they served it in a nice serving plate for us and even cut it into slices!! Everything we ordered was delicious, but highly recommend the burrata w/ the fig jam as an appetizer. Place was so beautiful, truly felt like we were in Greece!!!

We decided to enjoy an early dinner with our son and went to Elia. After being seated right away, we started with couple appetizers, fried Smelts and Dolmathes. They were well seasoned and delicious. We then ordered Filet Mignon Souvlaki and Seafood Paella. Again, delectable and the portions were just right. The servers were attentive.

It's a perfect place for a brunch with family and friends. Amazing interiors inside and a perfect spring ambience outside. We tried a lot of new things and loved each of them. The server was very polite and helped in ordering the popular ones. It's going to be our top of the list place for brunches. We didn't tried any of their wines or mocktails this time. But definitely next time. Highly recommended restaurant.

Just wanted to give a shout out to Zubi! Went in this morning to get some expresso martinis. Ended up getting some food as well! Drinks (Multiple) were great.! Being gluten free (Celiac) looking at the menu was tricky! Told Zubi what I wanted and asked how it could be made gluten free...he went out of his way to make sure my food was amazing. He changed out a croissant for Risotto, but I didn't know the chicken was dipped in wheat so he went back and made me some other chicken that was gluten free! Gret service and one happy customer - I'll be going back since I also has my little eye on the Gin selection!

Beautiful restaurant, the patio is decorated amazingly. I would highly recommend coming to get brunch on a nice sunny day. The inside is gorgeous as well. Parking in downtown pleasanton can be difficult sometimes, you may need to park a few blocks away to get parking during high traffic hours. Food was fantastic. Our waiter was also great. We had the seabass which was a good portion for one person. They also give bread and an olive dip as well.

Came here for the first time with my boyfriend and we were both so impressed! The food was absolutely delicious and the service was just as great. Can't wait to come back and try more dishes!

The decor was modern and elegant and very Greek oriented with blues and whites. The service was great as well. The only thing that the noise level was pretty loud. It was hard to have a conversation. The wine selection is great had a really good Riesling at the recommendation of my server. Appetizer: 9/10 Kounoupidi Tou Fornou (oven roasted cauliflower) really good and lighter than I expected. Entree: 10/10 Kotopoulo Souvlaki (chicken skewers w/arugula salad and rice) Really delicious, tender, and well flavored with sides that complement the chicken.

Disappointed in the service, we didn't see r waiter until we finished are meal and at that point I no longer need it . I believe he was to busy on large table .