Cuisine: 8 Service: 8 Decor: 6 Value: 7 Overall: 8 The first time I had real Greek food back in the late 90's was at this restaurant. It was the first "pick your own seafood" restaurant I knew about in Astoria. Stopped by a few times here and there over the last two plus decades. Once again, I was here recently with some friends and had a wonderful meal. Truly happy to see that they are still around after all these years. For such a quiet corner, this restaurant really stood the test of time. Service was nice enough and attentive. Prices are similar to most other Greek restaurants, except I don't like how they nitpick and charge for extra pita. As for the food, everything we ordered were solid to great. The Grilled Octopus and Grilled Calamari were excellent starters, while the Grilled Bronzini and Grilled Dorade were super moist. The spreads with pita bread were also very good. Lastly, the side of Lemon Potatoes and Mixed Grilled Veggies were both well done too. They also gave us a complimentary plate of Loucoumades as dessert. Nice way to finish the meal. Not being in the heart of Astoria, this restaurant could be overlooked, especially with all the new openings on Ditmars and Steinway. However, that would be a mistake because this Greek seafood temple is still one of the best. read more

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First time back in over a decade. Sat outside on a perfect summer night and had a lovely meal here! The highlight was the whole porgy, but also enjoyed the taramasalata and large Greek salad. Would say the food is a 4, but outdoor dining vibes bring it to a 5. read more

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I came here with my friend for dinner and we had a great time! When we entered, we were greeted by the owner who gave us a run down of the menu. We were seated in their back patio, which was beautiful. Service at first was slow because it was busy, but once the rush died, our server was attentive and checked in on us often. We got the grilled branzino, lemon potatoes, and assortment of dips. Everything tasted amazing! The dips were brightly flavored, not too heavy. The lemon potatoes were citrusy, and I love how it was not too buttery or oily. The branzino was cooked so well, the fish was flaky and seasoned. I loved everything we got and would definitely come again! read more

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This has been my happy place since 1998. The owner's widow is probably the rudest person I have ever experienced in a restaurant. I have never been spoken to the way she speaks to people not only in a restaurant, but maybe even in general. It makes me so sad that my fond memories are erased by this rude woman. The octopus was off as well. Goodbye, Elias's Corner, end of an era. read more

We had a great meal at Elias Corner! The place is very nice and cozy, but also intimate if you're thinking about a cute date spot - like your neighborhood best family restaurant. We came here with our friends whom we haven't seen in a long while and were super happy with our dinner! Service was great - waitress was super patient in explaining how the ordering works (you order up front where you can see the seafood and veggie selections based on the daily menu), and what was on the menu (super impressive that she knew everything from memory). Food wise - seafood in general were all very fresh and grilled to perfection. The flavors were not super salty and are flavorful enough for you to appreciate the freshness and quality of the raw ingredients. I especially liked the grilled calamari - I am usually not a super big fan of fried calamari, so these grilled ones are awesome. The grilled octopus came next and was very flavorful and tender. For our main seafood, we ordered whole fish with bone - one black sea bass and one brazino - personally I liked the branzino more because it has more fat in the meat, so was softer in texture. I forgot to take a picture of the Tzatziki sauce but it was really good too! Goes really well with the bread on the house. I also really liked the Loukoumades (basically fried dough balls with syrup and cinnamon powder) that we had for dessert. Drinkwise - we ordered a pint (half a bottle) of chardonnay, and it went really well with the seafood. Strongly recommend if you don't have any dietary restrictions. The owner of the restaurant was super nice and patient in explaining the drink selections for us. Definitely looking to come back for another meal soon! read more

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Go Mondays, its empty. Free parking, and if you dont drive, 2 blocks from the subway. Went with a few friends and had an assortment of things. 1. Greek salads 2. Tamara dip + pita 3. Lemon potatoes 4. Grilled veggies 5. Tzatziki dips 6. Grilled octopus 7. Whitings 8. And a few alcoholic drinks that taste as licorice Family style Greek restaurant that specializes in fresh seafood. No menu but the server is very knowledgeable and lets you know. I cant say anything about the price as i did not pay but the person has been coming here for 20 years or more. read more

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Patio was full Saturday night, and there was a breeze and auditory nostalgia, as the N train rumbled on the nearby 31st Street overpass. Excellent pita bread and dips, but the grilled sardines were lukewarm and not great. Whole branzino was good, but, as other reviews have mentioned, service is a major deficit. There was no host or hostess to welcome guests and seat them. Instead, there was confusion in the front about who was in line to get seated and who was just engaged in post-prandial gabbing. During dinner, the waitress stacked dirty dishes on the table without removing them. Elias Corner needs more waiters and staff during rush times or at least an "all hands on deck" approach. One "reviewer" said the Loukomades fried Greek donuts at Elias Corner were great. Nope. Elias Corner doesn't have them. Really wanted to count Elias Corner as a great find, but the overall quality, service, and price unfortunately make the Corner a no return. read more

Excellent food, delightful garden setting. Saganaki is best ever. Grilled shrimp, yumm! read more

Elias Corner - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

Been coming here for 20 years now since I was little (sounds so scary to say that ew I'm old). Just as good as I remember!! The fish is so fresh, the sides are incredible and the wine is great!! Nothing to complain about. Extremely quick service in a non pretentious setting can't ask for more. We ordered the fried zucchini, fried potatoes, whiting, branzino, assortment of dips and Greek salad. Everything was great but the potatoes especially. Had to order an extra round at the end to accompany the fish. The whiting also was perfectly cooked-- crispy but still moist. They treated us to a nice birthday treat at the end as well. I wish I lived closer just so I could eat here all the time! Thank you!! read more

Elias Corner - Fried Zucchini and Eggplant - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

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My secret go to place in Astoria for Greek! It's family run, and very authentic Greek food!

An amazing place with cozy outdoor patio/garden. A huge variety of seafood, friendly owner and staff delicious food. Available beer and wine plus BYOB. To top it off great priced menu. read more

It's not a traditional restaurant experience, there no menu and it is a little overwhelming at first. In my experience, everyone was very nice and helpful. All the fish was super high quality and the portion sizes were very generous. With that in mind, it's not a cheap night out. However, I think the prices are in line with other restaurants in the area. We sat outside on the patio, on (high quality) plastic furniture that you'd find in someone's backyard. When we walked out there I was pretty apprehensive at first, but I found it to be very comfortable and a nice atmosphere. The only knock I'd give them was that (despite them not being very busy) they were a little slow with the water refills. But if that's my only complaint, I don't know if I can really call it a complaint. read more

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Walked past this restaurant the other day, and decided to come for some brunch. Food was pleasant, not as good as I would have expected, but was decent. The time it took for the food to come was pretty average. But what tempted me to make this 2 star review was the fact that the management was trying to rush me out when the saw that I had BARELY eaten my food. If you want to run a successful restaurant, customer service is everything. I would not want to run into these people on the street. read more

Great place, loved the pan fried sardines and grilled branzino. Staff was super attentive and kind, really enjoyed the experience. We'll be back! read more

No menu, Just fish! Neighbor establishment with a mom n pop shop feel. They do take card and have a nice patio outside. You're not gonna get the whole n yards of fuss when you come here to eat. Real down to earth and no frills establishment. Our server went through the entire menu starting from the appetizers, dips, salad, fish, seafood and then sides. We ordered the Branzino, swordfish, soft shell crab, mussels, Greek salad, rice, lemon potatoes and asparagus. Complimentary warm bread was served and super delicious. I would recommend the branzino, swordfish and the mussels! Lemon potatoes were meh and so was the asparagus. Not having the menu to see the prices did make us hesitate a little but we ended up around $32 per person. Not stuffed but we were all full. Would recommend for seafood/fish lovers to come check it out! read more

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The grilled sardines were perfect but lemon potatoes dish was just ok , due to the luck of appropriate acidity. It was bland . Taramasala was good but eggplant appetizer wasn't flavorful or had a freshly made taste at all . Tzatziki was way to garlicky to my taste, not well balanced at all. The waiter was friendly and attentive but not trained properly to refill glasses as needed . I still left a good tip because it wasn't his fault I believe. The ambience of this establishment is very outdated. The 99c store plastic flowers as a part of decor , tables covered by some kind of pc of "pee wee" proof sheets and $30 plus for fish is not going to make me to come back. That place is overpriced for what they are offering. It was very disappointing experience besides grilled sardines and nice waiter:) read more

For the uninitiated, Elias Corner might just look like one of the many Greek restaurants all throughout Astoria. But dig a little deeper and one will find a seafood specialty spot that is unpretentious and perfect for family / group dining. Come for the seafood, but stay for the fun. (#1) Prior to the pandemic, part of their charm was being in a fairly intimate (read: cramped) spot with a number of other parties all sandwiched into a room. The interior was as old school as the people working there. Their patio setup is ideal for the current times and frankly the better seating option. Their mantra of "no menus, just fish" is a pretty refreshing, no frills approach. They serve their catches of the day and/or specials, which are usually displayed for all to see before sitting down. Some constants include their branzini, grilled octopus, and whiting / sardines. Enjoy them with a greek salad, lemon potatoes, tzatziki + taramosalata dip, and that's a near perfect meal. I appreciate the "keep it real" vibe from the wait staff and sometimes it's worth calling in ahead of time to ensure certain fishes are available. Occasionally they surprise folks with some rare catches but with the right expectations, it can always be a good experience. I don't recall ever paying credit card here, it might still be cash only. ____________ (#1) Or do takeout. COVID times be damned. read more

Having a laughable ratio of waitstaff to customers became more and more obvious as we ate here last evening. When you show the customer that you don't care how long it takes for basic items like greeting people sitting down, bringing the check, not having to repeat the order 3x each time items are missing and you come back to check again...just feels super sloppy and unpleasant experience overall. Lemon potatoes have been enjoyed at numerous real Greek restaurants including in Greece -- these were embarrassing to call Greek lemon potatoes, burnt and lacking in good taste. Lima beans had watered down tomato sauce and small portion. Saving grace was fish grilled very well. Still not clear why any lettuce is inside a Greek salad -- seems like a strange flex for a place operating like it's still 1983. The no menu idea is moronic and if you are seated comfortably in a restaurant as a customer, (pay attention as an owner here) making someone get up to go look at a bunch of boards you posted and take pictures to show the rest of your table is a solid F-. Your cheapness and sheer disregard for people spoils it for returning. read more

Best fresh selection of wild caught fish & seafood. I'm amazed by the exquisite attention from the owner and her employees. We had Greek salad, grilled octopus, pita bread & Tzatziki for appetizer, white wine was soft. Main plate was outstanding GRILLED SWORDFISH OMG Fresh tender it melted in our mouth. The price more than fair. Definitely I'm coming back this is a gem in Astoria I'll give this place 10 million of stars read more

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You have to understand Astoria, Greece, and the Greek scene in the neighborhood to understand Elias. This is a no-frills, no menu fish market. What they have that day is what you get. Yes, service isn't up to par, but you don't come for that. What you come for is some of the freshest seafood and a delicious dinner. My friend and I stumbled in after some day drinking at the beer garden across the street. We shared the tzatziki appetizer, grilled sea bass entree ($40 for a massive portion that could feed four people), the fried zucchini, and a carafe of white wine, of course. The food was outstanding, and there was lots of it. We devoured it all but it could've easily fed a lot more than two people. The prices are hefty but worth every penny. Between the two of us we paid $70 for dinner and it was well worth it. The food is SO fresh, so simple, and so clean, just the way Greek food should be. At 7pm on a Saturday we lucked out with no wait, but a half hour later there was quite a crowd. Great spot! read more

Overpriced and underwhelming! We went to dinner tonight to try something new and simple. The meal started off ok and ended poorly. We ordered octopus as our starter and whole snapper as our main. Octopus for $25 is competitively priced and probably the best item we had all night. Our snapper, lightly grilled and barely seasoned, came out to be $120!!!!For just one fish! This price is absolutely crazy for what we received. The restaurant has a lot of potential but the overall experience and quality of the food doesn't match its high price point. 2/5 stars. read more

Celebrated my moms 75th birthday here Everything worked out great, I had about 15+ people Food was amazing, fresh fish done to order Salads potatoes and all sides always thumbs up We been customers of Elias for many years either to celebrate a birthday or just coming for some fresh fish read more

Service was terrible! Food - 3 stars. A-ok in taste but extremely pricey for what you get. Service - 0 stars. All the waitresses had facial seizure and looked like they were angry ALL the time. They were also throwing plates onto our table when our food came out. Drinks were not filled, and plates not cleared. Of the few times we saw them, it looked like they wanted to kill us. I also overheard one of the waitresses yelling at a customer in the next room. wow! Definitely NEVER coming back! read more

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We have been going to Elias Corner for years and it is always delicious. If you have never been (and are thinking of going) please read the reviews so you know what to expect. It is a Greek fish restaurant with no menu, a casual, family place with dishes that are perfect for sharing. The fish is fresh and prepared simply, not over powered with heavy sauces. We always order the grilled octopus and chopped salad. On a recent visit we had soft shell crabs and they were the best I've ever had. Even the simple grilled zucchini was great. In warm weather there is outdoor dining in the back (and a small parking lot). Service can be slow but post-pandemic everyone is short staffed so just be understanding and relax and enjoy yourself. read more

In hopes of grabbing a bottle water on the go to briefly seek bail from the purgatory heat of summer's blaze, I was shun out from Elias Corner. Staff cannot hone their interpersonal skills to customer service for their responsive aggressive and extremely abrasive body language and spoken words were beyond rude. Their customer service is embedded by a specious air pump. Surely something wreak fishy profusely at this foul corner! read more

Elias Corner - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

amazing food!! literally the most soft and melt in your mouth mussells I ever had in any restaurant. The oysters were fresh, and the grilled brazino was grilled to perfection. WIll definitely drop by when I am in the neighborhood again. Ask for their honey donuts; they sometimes have them and they are great. read more

I was looking forward to trying out this restaurant but was disappointed mainly by management who were incredibly rude. I know we live in New York and people are short, but I have never experienced such terrible customer service especially from restaurant owners. From trying to get a table (seemed aggravated), ordering drinks (exasperated by our questions), asking for the AC to be turned on (they said no) to getting the bill (rushing us out), this was such an unpleasant experience. One would think that if you want returning business, maybe don't treat your customers like trash. read more

The food is fresh daily and seasoned so simply yet affectively. 10/10 every time if you're a seafood person. Service was decent. The ambiance is über groovy, especially if you sit in the garden space! read more

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It is the best place to eat fresh seafood and service is amazing no menu but I really don't care I go last 23 years every week once never eat something bad I love you guys read more

This is the best seafood restaurant in NY. You pick the seafood and they prepare it fresh. It's a cash only spot - and we'll worth it! read more

Went here today for my aunts birthday. Unfortunately it was a disappointing experience for me. There are some good things about it like a small private parking lot behind the restaurant and outdoor seating, the food was pretty good too but it was a little unsanitary and our waitress wasn't the best. My glass of water came with a lipstick stain on it and the tables weren't cleaned in front of us (during these weird covid times that should be a thing) they just put cloths over a sticky table. The waitress argued with another coworker right in front of our table which was very awkward and unprofessional. She wasn't also very friendly, just seemed annoyed to be there. A few of the group got the Red Snapper which was really good. I got the Chilean Seabass Steak which was good but WAY too oily. They also aren't serving dessert during these times on a side note... Overall just an average spot, nothing amazing, I'd give that waitress an extra training class in etiquette though. ‍ read more

I would give the food a five star service, five star ambience, 3.8 the place needs some upgrade

Absolute favorite mom n pop fish spot in NY! Every time I visit home, I have to stop by this place, owners are nice, very laid back casual spot, love to sit on the patio, very warm atmosphere and the absolute best Branzino fish. They don't have menus so make sure you know what you want, highly recommend the Greek salad, Branzino, grilled eggplant , I heard the octopus is delicious but I don't eat that so wouldn't know. read more

Elias Corner - Branzino - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Amazing food! Great staff. They were short staffed when we went but our server was still great. Had a wonderful night. Again, the food was fantastic! read more

Elias Corner - They were short staffed but our server who was literally running was still great. Highly recommend this place. The food was fantastic! - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

My new favorite restaurant. I have seen this place for many years and never ventured in until about 2 months ago with my wife and then every Friday for a month. The grilled calamari is amazing. The Greek salad is a great deal; fresh and vibrant. In fact if you are looking for a light meal for 2 you cant go wrong with the grilled calamari, the Greek salad and a carafe of white wine. The seafood is fresh. When you walk in you'll see everything that is available - that's the menu. The servers are friendly. Its a great vibe. I've met the owner and her son, both very nice people. If I owned a restaurant I would want it to be this place. read more

This place should have better reviews! The seafood was so fresh. Lemon potatoes were the best I've had. read more

Elias Corner - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Amazing spot! Great people! Great food! Been there many times and it is always consistent! Owners are very friendly and treat you like family. read more

Elias Corner - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

Great food with service can be hit or a miss... The food is solid 4 stars, service is barely 3. No menu here so they will let you know what's available or you pick from the front area of the restaurant to select. I suggest Atherina (fried small fish, yum!) for appetizer and the salad is family size portion. Wine price for a carafe is 12 bucks. Not bad! I hope you're reading this, Elias... the service can be better :) Thank you. read more

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After 15 years customer I came to the party on August 31, 2019 with my 9 month pregnant daughter and ask to turn on air conditioner . Very rude owner rejected our request. He was very angry and rude. Never come again to this place. read more

Great, great meal. No menu, but prices are posted on a little chalk board in the front. Looking forward to going again. Sides are pretty big, for two at least. We kind of over-ordered our first trip so just be warned that the portions are a bit generous. Loved the octopus, salmon, and grilled broccoli the most. read more