I'm so disappointed because their food is usually delicious. The jerk chicken today was overly salty and tasted and had a reheated consistency. The stew chicken was just plain baked chicken in a very watery gravy; tasted nothing like stew chicken. The cabbage was bland. Giving 2 stars because the plantains and beef patties were good. read more

OMG there's enough spice on my BBQ chicken to break through the staunchest of colds! Mind you, I got the child's size serving (with rasta pasta and plain rice) , and I still had to bag up the rest for home. And get more BBQ sauce to go. read more

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I ordered this on Uber eats and really wanted to enjoy it. I ordered the brown stew chicken with cabbage and rice and beans with extra sauce. But what I got was a lot of oil instead of sauce which you can see in the photo. I didn't particularly care for the seasoning of the brown stew sauce either and the cabbage was over cooked. I see so many great reviews about other items on the menu and it makes me wonder if I just ordered the wrong thing. I'm only in town for a few days, so unfortunately I won't find out if anything is better. I also ordered a beef patty and I didn't care for that either. Maybe it was just a bad night. I will say the portion rec'd for the price I paid was awesome. The chocolate fudge cake wasn't bad, but I've had better. read more

Ela’s Caribbean Grill - Brown-stew chicken, Rice and Peas and Steamed Cabbage - Caribbean Near Me - Willowick, Ohio

Very good food. Love the Jerk chicken, rasta pasta. Very spicy but they can do it it milder. You get a substantial amount of food for the price. Mostly a take out place. Only has a few tables. Very clean. Order online, it takes 30-45 minutes to get the order. read more

The service is superb. The place is clean and cozy, right off a major street 305th street and near I-90. The food is finger licking good. I would recommend this place to any and everyone. They have vegetarian food and children friendly menu. $20 per plate approximately. I love it. read more

This is the ultimate Caribbean comfort food! I ordered the veggie plate with plantains and jerk BBQ sauce. Their cabbage is so flavorful, as well as their red beans and rice! Hubby got the Jerk BBQ chicken. You can have the jerk mild or spicy, too. Everything was awesome! Big portions! Reasonably priced! Online ordering is easy. Highly recommend Ela's! read more

Ela’s Caribbean Grill - Veggie plate with plantains, cabbage, red beans and rice, jerk BBQ sauce. - Caribbean Near Me - Willowick, Ohio

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Yesterday was my first time here, and may I say they did not disappoint! I had got a beef patty and a brown stew chicken plate with rice and peas and cabbage, and this may have been the best Jamaican I've had thus far in Cleveland. read more

I was actually looking for a veggie plate and found Miss Ela's. I wasn't too happy about the choice of the veggie plate. I'm used to some potatoes,callaloo, plantains, cabbage and maybe noodles but the veggie plate was rice, cabbage and plantains and it just wasn't appealing enough for me to order. So after perusing the menu, the settled on Goat because it's my second favorite to oxtails which I just refuse to buy due to the increase in cost. NEVERTHELESS! Miss Ela DID NOT disappoint with the goat! Nice and tender and the gravy was proper! Rice and peas you can taste the creaminess of the fresh coconut milk and the cabbage was nice. I'm asked for regular gravy which was so the right amount. The next time I come in Miss Ela don't be mad when I box ya head for how good this food is!!! Nyam nyam!!! Nice place with good music playing. I'm would say order online so your food is ready when you get there. And enjoy! read more

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Very clean!!! I wished I had placed an order online!! I believe they make everything to order!! (49 minute wait)A worker asked that I use the kiosk to place order. (which was fine) had order Jerk chicken, pasta, plantains and beef patties!! Everything was delicious!! I ate majority of the food right there in parking lot (imma big girl) I will most definitely be back!!! Yes it's worth the hour drive!!!! Please go support!!! read more

You don't have to travel to Kingston to savor the exciting flavor of Jamaican food - this place has exactly what you need! I found this place by chance as I was driving by and noticed the signage. Since I was hungry I decided to stop in. The interior is setup more like a takeout establishment, with roughly two tables to sit at if you want to eat inside. I had a serving of beans and rice and a Jamaican chicken patty, which closely resembles an empanada. Both were delicious and full of flavor. The best part, the prices were more than reasonable and the individuals behind the counter were friendly and cordial. I will be definitely be back soon! read more

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From the moment we walked in we were greeted by a friendly employee who treated us like family. She made several recommendations and took the time to explain the ingredients. Did not get frustrated or make us feel rushed at all since we were indecisive. We finally decided to share two separate dinners. 1-curry goat, rice w/ beans, and cabbage. 2-Brown stewed chicken with rice and cabbage... also tried a beef patty. She brought our food to us, as were seated in a small dining room with nicely decorated walls an electric fireplace and hanging tv. Soft island music playing made an enjoyable welcoming feeling. Highly recommend trying. We will be back for the ox tails they were still cooking when we got there. After all can't rush perfection!! Ample parking in front of building. read more

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New gem! The flavor is great, The prices are great, the service when I walked in was great. I wanted to order 2 items, but I ordered the oxtails. It was seasoned to perfection but, they were not fall off the bone. I had to tug and pull. But I ate it all and I will definitely come back and order again, try something new. I did also try the ginger beer (FYI it's soda). read more

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Ela's Caribbean Grill is absolutely fantastic! Super fresh, piping hot, perfectly seasoned and spiced right. The jerk bbq chicken is so good. Rice and beans plus rasta pasta in large portions with your dinner. Plantains and the chicken patty are also very good. Usually order on Uber Eats. You won't regret giving them a try. read more

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Extremely friendly service, great portions & affordable prices for what you're getting. Some of the best Jamaican food I've had.

This is the best Caribbean restaurant in the area. The food was excellent. Just make sure to call ahead. They take time to prepare orders but it is well worth the wait. The restaurant is clean and in a safe location. read more

10/10 This place is AMAZING. I went and the owner was very friendly, gave great recommendations and the recommendations did NOT disappoint. The jerk bbq chicken wings were my favorite. Everything was so flavorful. read more

Ela’s Caribbean Grill - Jerk BBQ Chicken and Jerk Chicken, Rasta Pasta, Rice and Peas - Caribbean Near Me - Willowick, Ohio

Food is fresh and cooked right. Good service also you have to order at the kiosk is my only issue. But he will if it's not too busy

Although the outside and inside doesn't look like a whole lot, this place isn't about any of that, it's about the food and the people. The service staff was incredibly welcoming, hospitable, and helpful - reason enough to come back to Ela's. The food was on another level compared to the other Caribbean food in the area. The meal was prepared fresh and came out piping hot. The jerk shrimp was spicy and fulfilled my craving for spicy yet deeply flavorful food. Overall a great lunch and a hidden gem. read more

Ela’s Caribbean Grill - Large jerk shrimp, rice and peas, cabbage and plantains - Caribbean Near Me - Willowick, Ohio

Ela's has some of the best and most consistent Jamaican food you'll find on the eastside. Unlike most Jamaican spots you'll have to wait for your order to be cooked fresh, but if you're willing to wait you'll be greeted with some of the juiciest jerk/curry/bbq jerk chicken you've ever had. Make sure you get a cup of Ela's Punch to go with your meal as well! read more

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Let me start with the Good Good= friendly staff, clean inside ,nice size portions and variety of choices. Now the not so good/ needs improvement Not so Good=wait times are horrific . They say 30 you better have 60-90 min The consistency of food is poor . Too salty on most dishes stay away if you need to watch your sodium intake First visit time we enjoyed everything- but it was one time and never again was it the same We had jerk chicken dinner and 6 BBQ wings and some dumplings. There was a 30-40 min wait but we ordered spur of the moment After our first meal we decided this was the place we were going to get hubby's bday food ..... When we came back for the Second visit was a huge disappointment I called in my order at 11:30 right when they opened to try and give plenty of time .. was told 40 min and planned accordingly . When we arrived at the appointed time the food wasn't ready yet so we waited .. we didn't receive our food until another 40-45 min for a total of close to an hour and a half from the time we ordered. This was for my husbands birthday and we were meeting family in the park so it pushed our plans back a bit . Also the dozen BBQ wings we received did not seem fresh and were tough almost like they were from the day before and warmed up and this too was our first time trying the goat curry, which in my opinion could have been cooked a little longer as it was not as tender as we are used to with curry goat we have had other places which was very disappointing given it is one of the higher priced menu items . Unfortunately the second visit was not the best . The wait time beyond what was stated ,an error with bill ,the quality of the wings, and the curry goat after spending double our first visit left me a bit sad. They seemed a bit short staffed which we all have gotten used to with this pandemic . The lady who took our order and was going back and forth to the kitchen was very nice which was wonderful . I want to support this business and even gave a generous tip for my take out both times in support . The area needs more variety of food but if it isn't consistently good and prepared in a timely manner it isn't worth the hype. I would suggest if you don't have the staffing take pre orders the day before and cut off orders at a certain time and make fresh food ready on time . If your food is good people will order ahead and if received as promised won't mind ! read more

We tried them out about a month ago, and now they have become a weekly destination for us. We love their food. We've tried the jerk chicken, the barbecue jerk chicken the fried chicken, as well as each of their meat pies. All of the chicken dishes were Too Notch! We really enjoyed the vegetable pie and the beef pie. The chicken pie was OK. The only thing that we had that we didn't quite take two, was the dumpling. But everything else has been absolutely worth the trip. read more

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This restaurant was highly recommended. So we decided to try it out. We ordered jerk wings, plantains, goat curry, escovitch snapper, veggie plate and drinks. Ela's punch is amazing drink. We tasted it. Nice thick nectar punch drink. We decided add some rum and made it even better. Jerk wings is really good. Spicy is about medium tasting wings for me. A lot of great spice and deep flavor. Goat curry is really flavorful. I could use a more spicer. Goat meat is juicy and very tender. Rice and bean is very flavorful. Escovitch snapper is great. Its not spicy. A little sour note and so happy is whole fish with head. I grew up eating whole fish and really enjoy it. The food overall is great. I would definitely be back for more. Lots of food. Worth the wait for good food. read more

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Decor is bad. Service is slightly better than fast food. But the food is genuinely outstanding! This is one of the top 10 at this price point in my life. I literally had a $80 per person meal that was above average at the next day and liked the food here better. We seriously considered eating here back to back. If you are reading this review go here. And be prepared to be shocked how well you will eat for $15. This place is a gem. read more

Wow! First time here and I got jerk chicken with beans & rice, and the cabbage. The food was so good!! Chicken was tender and flavorful! The spice level was good - I'd call it a medium spice for most people. For me it was mild but I like heat. I will definitely be back and I highly recommend. read more

Great beef and chicken patties!! I hope this place stays open in my neighborhood forever. I'm not remotely being hyperbolic whatsoever when I say that basically everything on the menu is perfection. read more

Ela's has planted its flag. The former and beloved food truck has quietly staked its claim along 305 as a brick and mortar restaurant with options to dine-in or take-out. In comparison to other liked establishments, I declare Ela's the truest of them all. The evidence? The evidence?? The jerked chicken. Inspect it. Look how seasonings have been so thoroughly rubbed into every nook, the DILIGENCE! Taste it and tell me it hasn't been slowly smoldered in heat to develop a juicy but firm texture. Well, you're a liar. This isn't run of the mill chicken and you will not find anything similar in the mall. Ela's is what you would find in Jamaica. Sides are okay (cabbage was so-so today) but the Jerk Chicken really shines. From a whole chicken, every piece is seasoned with pride. An island girl at heart (me) couldn't be happier. sO. If you take your jerk chicken seriously, come to Ela's. It's what is remarkable here. If you thought any jerk anywhere else in NEO was great, you'll think this is awesome. They serve that slow heat that warms up your palate. p.s. I also like taste of Jamaica if you're closer to Mayfield but for me, Ela's hold the crown. (I'm so lucky they are here.) Listen, I waited for a very long train to pass to get here and I'd do it all again. p.s.s. Mild is still spicy so FYI to you delicate flowers out there. (Maybe get curry chicken instead of that's an issue.) Also, everything is bone-in so FYI for those of you with little kiddos. read more

Always and I mean ALWAYS amazing!!! I truly love this place! she creates great food and has a great establishment going and will be a forever customer and continue to recommend this place to everyone I know! Amazing food, Great owners/staff, clean establishment, what more can you ask for! read more

The food was excellent! We tried multiple items: bbq jerk chicken, beef pastry, fried dumplings, cabbage, and red beans & rice. Everything was super fresh and delicious. The cabbage was the best I have ever had. The food is made to order so plan on an extra 30 min while your food is being made. My group travels for work and is in town on a job. We will most definitely be back again. read more

Jerk and BBQ chicken are both tender, juicy and authentic flavor you want from a place like this. Inside is also nice place to eat if it isn't for takeaway: rice and beans are also on point and perfectly flavored and melt in your mouth. Recommend spicy if you like a little heat.would come and try all other dishes based on my first few times here. read more

Best Jamaican food in Cleveland. There food rivals great places like the door in New York. Must try the bbq jerk chicken very unique flavors. read more

Ela's is a piece of nostalgia from my childhood in South FL. This is legit authentic Caribbean cuisine with bold but balanced flavors. The technique and execution of the food is spot on. Highly recommend the curried goat with red beans and rice and steamed cabbage. The beef patty filling and dough are on point. Beef patties have great spice. Ela is friendly and efficient but it's not fast food as she says. It's all made to order. Order in advance, worth every second of the wait. Get to Ela's!!! read more

Yum yum yum!! From the oxtail meat falling off the bones to the beverages. I'm so glad we came to visit during our trip this week. Friendly service and food made to order. Authentic Jamaican!! read more

Food is amazing! Best Jamaican I've ever had! Sometimes it takes a little longer than expected but it's always worth the wait.

Ordered the Jerk chicken and I don't even have words to describe how delicious it was. It was so good I didn't even have time to take a photo. Food was still piping hot even after being delivered via Uber eats. Huge portion even for the "small" order. An absolute hidden gem- will be ordering again for sure!!! read more

It is rare i write a review. I accidentally stumbled upon this when searching for delivery. We have a Caribbean place we usually go to but Elas is close by. Figured we try it. When we first opened the boxes I thought ohh noo..looks nothing like the other place. Now I can say Holy **** this was fantastic! The jerk was spicy on the backside, didn't slam you on the 1st bite...loved that it was bone in chicken. The wings...spot on. My kid who is vegetarian loved the plantains. Portions are huge, my husband and I each ordered the jerk chicken and we didn't finish 1 serving between us. Meat patties were fabulous. Really can't complain about 1 bite of food. Thanks for a great dinner one of the best take outs in the last year! Be back soon read more

The food is authentic Jamaican food and it tastes delicious. The staff is very friendly as well

Food was great. We had the original chicken and jerk chicken. Both were great. Will eat here again!

Foood was so good!!! I had fried dumplings and the jerk wings. The staff is really nice and the restaurant is extremely clean. I suggest to call in your order if you are in a hurry because food are made fresh. read more

It would be Zero if Zero was an option. I ordered my food over the phone and they said 30 minutes and the food would be ready...I leave work on break and haul A** to Ela's. I arrive at the 30 minute mark, she says it will be right up shortly...I wait another 25 minutes to receive my order. A total of 55 minutes for 1 order. I get back to work and I get terminated because I was late!!! Thank you Ela's Caribbean!! Thanks for your lack of time management! and inconsideration of other peoples time. I have to find a new job now. I lost it for jerk chicken SMMFH. read more

Amazing goat curry and the rice and beans were so delish Friendly service, laid back atmosphere. Will definitely eat here again. Looking forward to oxtail read more