This restaurant is beautiful. Food is fresh and colorful. Flavors for all the dishes are rich and there is definitely some creative touch to each one. My personal favorite was beef tartare and grilled artichoke. Mussels could have been so much better if some of them were not cold and if the size, t
All I can say is wow! Ella Elli has been on my list for a long time and I’m so happy I finally made it in. Came last night and tried the restaurant week menu — I highly recommend.
First of all the restaurant is beautiful and classy, very subtly romantic. The food and service, however, is where this
Dinner with friends. We all agreed it was the best food, and nicest atmosphere we'd encountered at a restaurant in some time. Helpful and friendly staff. Broad selection of food choices, and interesting preparations. Everything from the cocktails to the desserts was delicious.
Excellent food and amazing service! My boyfriend took me here for my birthday and it was the perfect place to celebrate. The waitress was very knowledgeable about the menu and helped us select a wine that paired well with our meals. The ambience is perfect for date night. The bar would be a nice pla
Amazing. Simply amazing. Every dish from every course was exceptional. Great, savory foods, with some unexpected but very welcome flavors in every dish. Service was great. You could probably spend $25 a person if you ate pretty light. The brussel sprout pizza was literally heaven. Get it. It's a lot
If you're looking for an unforgettable dining experience in the Windy City, Ella Elli is the place to be. Nestled in the heart of Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood, this restaurant is a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
From the moment you step throu
Had our anniversary dinner here and was impressed by the ambiance and the food. The furniture and decor are beautiful and match the food. I highly recommend this place. The staff were friendly and professional. I recommend the wagyu and the octopus. Both dishes were cooked to perfection. We tried th
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Originally we were going to be sat in a tight corner along with others at small tables. We asked to sit at the bar which they kindly agreed. We loved the love seat style benches; it was better than normal bar stools. The server Leo at the bar was funny, and gave us t
A hidden gem. The portions are nicely sized for what you are paying. Everything tasted and looked good. The burger was a personal highlight, and the octopus and brussel sprouts the favorites in our table. The restaurant setting is delightful, and it almost feels as if you were eating at someone else
This place is such a gem. Where is their Michelin nod. The array of artful delicious thoughtful flavors always leaves me delighted.
My only 'wish it was better' is that when you go early and its calm and quiet, the food comes out too fast. They could fire more slowly so multiple dishes aren't piling
Of the eight dishes our table of four shared, there wasn't a single one I disliked. The beef carpaccio, crispy brussel sprouts, and grilled octopus dishes were my favorites. The cocktails were beautiful and well made. The courses were well staggered without too much of a lull between them. Our waite
It's a cozy yet elegant vibe! Everyone was friendly and personable and very helpful with needed adjustments for dietary needs. We sat by a fire and loved the ambiance. We ordered a few dishes, including the brussels sprouts, cherry toast, and ricotta gnocchi. All were delicious! It's a great place f
An absolutely standout. Fantastic service, interesting menu and well done drinks. The focaccia was outstanding and the way goat cheese was used in different courses was perfect. Luke, our server, was so great. Give him a raise!
Always have a great experience at Ella Elli. I particularly love the spirit-free cocktails and the veggie and seafood options (their scallops with kabocha squash are my favorite). And the atmosphere and people are just lovely.
BEAUTIFUL and delicious breakfast place. My sisters and I came here for brunch for restaurant week and it was amazing. Very tastefully decorated with comfortable seating. The food was impeccable and perfectly prepared. Our server Brian was very attentive and accommodating. Very enjoyable experience
This place is such a delight. Love the food, beautiful space, great service. We went for Restaurant Week. I ordered the scallop crudo, squid ink spaghetti, lamb, and profiterole. The crudo is so buttery it melts in your mouth. The lamb is cooked so perfectly! We also decided to order their espresso
Excellent small plate restaurant. Everything excellent -- beets need some punching-up, but still delicious beets.
We will definitely return.
Oooogirllll such a good shareables place, currently on a strict no-carbs diet and I could find so many things I could eat on the menu! The veggies were the highlight, I recommend the carrots, Brussel sprouts, & beef tartar
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