I stopped at Elia Cafe after my workout at the gym next door during my trip to the Chicago area. The space has lots of natural lighting, and even though I went without a reservation, I was able to be seated quickly. Alondra my server was friendly and attentive, and gave great recommendations on my dishes. Since I just had had an intensive workout, I was craving protein. They have a very delicious wagyu (medium well) and egg dish with fruits & fresh greens I really enjoyed, and powered me thru my post-workout as well as my afternoon flight back from O'Hare. The complementary sourdough toast that came with the wagyu. The date french toast I ordered dessert - yummy and filling, served with fresh berries, was a much enjoyed sweet tooth plus I had enough to go. read more

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I've been curious about the new hot spot in Park Ridge, and today the stars lined up for us to visit. The place is hopping for sure. It is an incredibly inviting space; very clean, very bright, and I love all the plants decorating the place to give it a bath of warmth when it could otherwise be cold and sterile. It was just me and my kiddo and we ordered a lot. She is a huge fan of pancakes so that's what she got, and I got the fig frittata. We also got the havarti hash, because it sounded really good, and it didn't disappoint. I'm not sure if I've had a frittata or omelet that is like this, with such a strong sweet profile with the savory. It was interesting. I added sausage too and it was pretty good. The hot chocolate was tasty, and they have quite a few beverage options from mimosas to juices to lattes as you might expect. I'd thought this maybe was just a juice bar with some pastries but I was mistaken. They have a full, albeit small, menu, with impressive dishes and beautiful presentation. They also have had several fundraisers in the short time they've been open. Parking is good. The parking lot *beneath* the surface lot is actually public parking, not just for the condos as I once thought. There's also public parking across the street by the library and street parking along the Northwest Highway side of the restaurant. read more

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A friend of mine suggested that we meet at Elia Cafe for breakfast. This is a newer breakfast and lunch place that I hadn't heard of before. I'm glad that he made the suggestion because I had a wonderful experience there! We had a group of six and had to wait a bit before being seated. The restaurant is light and bright with lots of big windows. I got the village omelette with pork sausage, green pepper, onion, and gruyere. This came with wheat toast and fruit. Everything was great and the omelette was huge. Our server was nice and our party had a nice time catching up. I highly recommend Elia Cafe! read more

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Came here on a random Monday morning, however it also happened to be a federal holiday. As expected this place was packed, but we literally walked in and got seated immediately, which was fantastic. I could not tell if they took reservations online as I did try to search, but I do not believe that they do. As soon as you walk in, it is super bright and light and airy, which is fantastic and you can actually just stop to pick up a drink to go as well as some pastries from their counter. We however, came in to have breakfast. The menu here is very specific, and as some posh people may call specifically curated. There is definitely nothing on this menu that is super extremely sweet or super extremely savory. Which I don't mind at all. And then when the food actually came out, I would say it's a very fair portion however, considering the fair portion, the prices were rather high. For example, I got the Elia pancake stack and you get to choose between two different sauces. And I believe this was something like $15 for three pancakes keep in mind no meat very little fruit on the side nothing really fancy about it. And after taking a bite, there's nothing really different or unique about the buttermilk pancakes at all. Service was super friendly and attentive so absolutely no complaints here whatsoever. So as long as it keeps up, I think this will try not to be a really strong location. I believe there were two other restaurants in the same location prior. It is located in that built out area right off of touhy and good luck getting parking on the main deck. You'll have to go underneath but the good thing is it's free for three hours. Overall, I would definitely say I would come back again. If I was in the area again it is definitely worth a visit. read more

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On a quick trip to visit family in Park Ridge (suburb of Chicago, IL), we enjoyed brunch at Elia Cafe on a Wednesday morning before 11am. Our server was friendly and seated us in a bright window booth. He was helpful in answering our various questions about drinks and menu items. The food was tasty and we had a very pleasant brunch. The place is bright and clean. It is spacious if you have bigger groups, too. They also offer baked pastries and items along with hot drinks at their front counter in case you want a quick bite to take away. read more

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Some great unique breakfast choices you won't find elsewhere. Highly recommend. The fig and feta omelette was excellent.

Came in after Pilates with some girlfriends for brunch. Place was crowded but we didn't have to wait long for a table. The walls and decor are light colors and it really brightens things up. Service was great, food was even better. I had the toughest time deciding what to get. Can't wait to come back to try lunch! read more

Eliá Café - Steak and eggs - Greek Near Me - Park Ridge, Illinois

This place is absolutely amazing!!!! I am visiting town from down south (Florida) and I can say this is by far the best breakfast place I have tried since I left my house. I came here two days in a row that's how good it was I had to come back. The food sits just right!! The ingredients are fresh and food tastes clean and healthy!!! I cannot recommend it enough go try if you're in the area whoa. You welcome! read more

Eliá Café - Veggie omelette - Greek Near Me - Park Ridge, Illinois

Elia Café has become my favorite weekly spot for breakfast and lunch! The omelettes are always fresh and amazing, the smash burger is incredible, and the salmon bowl is another one of my favorites--just to name a few! It's always such a wonderful experience at Elia. The food is consistently delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented, and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. The service is wonderful, and everyone is so friendly and attentive. Elia has truly become one of my favorite places in Park Ridge! read more

First time eating here and immediately fell in love with the restaurant. This Greek/Mediterranean establishment has it figured out. Every dish we ordered I would order again. Coffee is hot and dark. The service was excellent and the ambiance is clean and comfortable. I highly recommend the hash with poached eggs and you won't go wrong with a bowl of Greek yogurt. Try it, you won't regret it. Cheers! read more

Went here today after church. I have to say disappointed went based on reviews and photos. This is style over substance. It's nice having pea shoots on your eggs Benedict, eggs Benedict need to be seasoned the pistachio angelese opancakes- thank goodness- I got a short stack, needed more pistachio forward flavor. There should be something acidic to cut the creamy ness because it just tasted creamy, but not strong pistachio. My double espresso for 7 dollars pre tax was cold This is is a Skip- the only positive is that the hashbrowns came crispy so no need to tell kitchen extra crispy pet peeve of mine when hashbrowns are not cooked to crispness 2 stars because the wait staff are nice read more

I always try to search for great local places while traveling. This time it really paid off. Amazing food great clean atmosphere and friendly service. Going back today. read more

Eliá Café - Kalamata frittata. I travel a lot. This has to be one the best cafe breakfast places I have been to in the country. Great job!! - Greek Near Me - Park Ridge, Illinois

My wife and I are majorly impressed with Elia and very glad to see such a significant upgrade in this space. We first visited back in August during their fourth week of operation, and it was pretty buzzing for a Tuesday lunchtime. I ordered the chicken gyro bowl which was a huge portion of food and honestly the best single meal I'd had in months. My wife got a different bowl and was equally delighted, so much so that she would occasionally bring it up out of the blue--"Remember that lunch at Elia? That was so good." We brought the kids for a Sunday brunch recently and it was packed; around 11:30 the wait was about 30 minutes. The brunch food (omelets, pancakes) was good but not quite as special as that magical lunch. I'll return again and again for that chicken gyro bowl. PS, don't sleep on the bakery items either. Bougatsa is my favorite Greek pastry, and Elia's version is very good. read more

This might be the best breakfast place in Chicago area. If I could give it 6 stars, I would. The food was excellent. The breakfast burrito I ordered was perfect. But the ambiance is what made this place exceptional. read more

I don't know why but lately some business and I have been getting off on the wrong foot- Elia being one of them. When my family of 9 and I arrived on a very busy Sunday, we were advised that it would be a 30 minute wait. Thirty minutes is somewhat doable with two toddlers and a 6 year old but then that 30 minute wait became an hour and thirty. Omgosh, the kids were losing it. The worst part is that we didn't know that if you're coming in as a group of +10, you should call in to make a reservation. I was hopeful. As God as my witness, the only reason I managed to convince my family to stay that long was because the ownership was genuinely sorry and kept communicating to us how they're trying to find us seats. To their defense, some customers with big groups paid their checks but would linger around and what is the ownership supposed to do? Tell them to leave? I understand their predicament and then after an hour and half, they finally got us seated. I mean they literally put together the table in front of us and forgot to bring the silverware but it's okay, we were just grateful to be seated. The ownership again came over to apologize for the inconvenience of waiting so long and brought over loukamadis (sorry for the bad spelling) on the house. They were SO delicious- if you've never had them they are fried pieces of dough covered in honey- so good. The waiter came over almost immediately and was very sweet. We all ordered our food and were shocked by how quickly it arrived. In true Greek hospitality fashion, the portions were generous and so delicious. I haven't had a genuinely delicious salmon egg Benedict in a minute so I honestly had very little expectations but OMGOSH, when it arrived I was like okay this looks promising. It was absolutely delicious- I didn't order it with capers because I saw they had an olive spread which is salty in itself but the olive spread along with the egg and smoked salmon with the hollandaise over it was nothing short of heavenly. The hash browns were also cooked to perfection. Needless to say my entire party of ten was silent eating their food and the only comment made was "well, that was worth all theeeee wait" haha. I also tried the stuffed Dubai chocolate French toast- equally delicious but the topping on the cake for me was the cappuccino. The atmosphere was very chill, this place could be easily marketed for a beautiful baby shower or bridal shower venue (if that's something that's offered) but plenty of space. What struck me the most was that this is a family run operation and not just that, you could easily see the cohesion between the family and there was order- one of the siblings was in the kitchen overseeing the food and orders, another one managing the seating and another one overseeing the customers. Please check this place, you won't regret it. I know I'm still thinking about the food. read more

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A casual sit-down place with friendly staff and delicious food! Lots of healthy options and the interior looked super clean. I also loved the music playing -- aughts indie rock. I hope to eat here again. read more

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I had the eggs Saganaki. Delish and huge. Easily 2 meals. It was heavy on The tomato sauce so I wish there was maybe 3 eggs not 2 so there was more balance . Or maybe another piece of toast for dipping? But that said I would order it again. The service was kind and quick. And I would go back. read more

I loved Elia. I get my dog groomed in Park Ridge so need a breakfast spot to eat in while he's being groomed. Some places I've tried aren't very good but Elia was excellent. It's a beautiful space with an interesting menu. Staff was friendly and just need a little bit to get their timing down. My sister had the village omelette and I had the Nova Lox bagel platter. Everything was delicious even the simple tomato and cucumber salad with mine. I definitely will eat there again and hope I'm more adventurous. read more

Eliá Café - Village omelette - Greek Near Me - Park Ridge, Illinois

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Coffee and food were good, interactions with staff were odd. I had an iPad out when an employee brought my food. "Working on a Tuesday?" He asked. Confused, I said "uh... yeah?" He then asked what I did for work (not very appropriate for the setting). Uncomfortable with telling any stranger my job, I just said I work for XYZ company. He responded, "Oh, that's a lot of paperwork, isn't it?" Even more confused as my job doesn't involve paperwork, I just said sure to make this questioning end so that I could eat. He just laughed and said "and that's why I don't work in an office" and walked away. I don't work in an office. Such a strange interaction, I just came for coffee and breakfast, not to be questioned and judged about my job by the kitchen staff. read more

Excellent service, bright and clean. Liked the menu options. Food was very tasty Totally recommend read more

Eliá Café - Baklava pancakes - Greek Near Me - Park Ridge, Illinois

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One of the prettiest cafes I've ever been too. It was calming me the minute I walked in with the light beiges and greens and browns. Very clean as well. There were so many good options on the menu. The food we had was pretty good. My eggs saganaki was quite salty but everything else we had was pretty good. The Wagyu hash skillet was our favorite. Service was great. There's a parking lot next door and walkable distance to the restaurant. read more

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Hubby and I came to Elia Cafe on a weekday for brunch and there were plenty of open tables. There is a small parking lot out front and some street parking nearby. I had the gyro bowl (gyro, cucumber, tomato, fresh herbs, pickled onion over quinoa. Served with tzatziki and pita). The dish was beautifully plated and all the ingredients were fresh. I didn't read the description carefully when I ordered but I was really hoping there would be hummus but was a little bummed when it didn't come with any. Some of the menu items are kind of pricey (i.e. $20 for Dubai French toast). Overall, food and service were both good and restaurant is located in a convenient location. read more

I've been to a lot of brunch spots, but Elia Cafe really stands out. The atmosphere is welcoming without trying too hard, and the food speaks for itself--fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with intention. Every dish we tried felt well thought out and balanced, not just for presentation but for taste too. It's the kind of place you leave already thinking about your next visit. Highly recommend checking it out if you're in the area read more

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Not a traditional breakfast spot, yet very nice and my breakfast was on point. The service was great, everyone was friendly. The restaurant is super clean. I tried the Pistachio Latte with oat milk and it was EXCELLENT. I also went with the Traditional Breakfast Eggs over medium, bacon(cooked perfectly) Sourdough toast and fruit(Fresh and Sweet). There are Fritatas and Benny's on the menu as well as fresh in house baked goods. I tried to substitute my toast for a croissant, but they were being baked and not yet ready... my timing was a bit off. None the less, I enjoyed my experience and I think you will too. BTW, they offer Military and Police Discount read more

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This cafe restaurant is a must-try! It is new to Park Ridge, officially opening this week. The menu is very interesting and elevated with Greek influences throughout. It's got a good balance of savory & sweet, breakfast & lunch options as well as fresh pastries and juices. The prices are good too. I had the avocado toast which was served on Greek sourdough bread. It was very tasty. I am picky about breads so the Greek sourdough was a hit for me! My friend had the breakfast burrito which she enjoyed. The portion size was generous and she had lots to take home too. The owner brought us a Date Ricotta French Toast to try which was a lovely treat and really delicious. We will definitely order this again. We had drip coffee which had good flavor, they serve illy brand. The interior has had a fresh makeover and looks really nice. The service was excellent. Our glasses of water & coffee were constantly topped up. The owners were both on the floor greeting guests, which was really nice. I'll definitely be back to try more of their menu! They surpassed our expectations today. There is free Wi-Fi available. You can pay your tab by QR code on your check and even order at the table by QR code however they provide full service and we had a server today who was amazing! read more

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Stick with their featured dishes and you can't go wrong. The Pistachio Pancakes were better than advertised, and the Fig and goat cheese frittata was excellent. By I ordered a Greek Salad and to my amazement it included NO lettuce. So the waitperson offered that they could bring some lettuce and had the nerve to charge me for it! I'm sorry but Greek restaurants always produce a terrific Greek Salad. It's a simple recipe: Romaine, tomatoes, olives, peppers, red onions and feta cheese. Sorry, this is a big miss. If you don't add a protein , it is basically a relish tray of olives, tomatoes, onions and feta. Buyer beware! And stick with the house specials. read more

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Love this place!! The food tastes so fresh and authentic. Highly recommend!!!!!!!!!!! read more

Good service and delicious, it was very crowded on a Saturday morning but service was fast. read more

Eliá Café - Fig Firtatta - Greek Near Me - Park Ridge, Illinois

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Call before you go! Definitely call ahead to make sure they have what you want before you head over. I still stand by my last review about the taste of the food--it really was good the first time I went. That's why I was so excited to bring a friend yesterday. I even insisted we eat here, even though she wanted to go somewhere else, because I wanted her to try the smoked salmon Benedict and the açaí bowl I had raved about. Well, we sit down, place our order, and the waitress tells us: no smoked salmon today. Ok, fine--we quickly switch to a veggie omelette (which, by the way, isn't even on the menu). It was alright. Then we order the açaí bowl... and she tells us they don't have that either. My jaw dropped. Those were literally the two things we came for. We ended up with the lemon blueberry pancakes. They were just okay--on the drier side, and not enough lemon sauce compared to what I've seen in their photos and videos online. Another tip: don't bother paying for a large iced drink. I ordered a large this time, but it came in a glass the size small came just slightly wider instead of taller. I know because I have the same glasses at home and tested it by pouring a small into the "large" cup--same amount. So it's an unnecessary upcharge. Overall, I left pretty disappointed--especially since I had hyped the place up and really wanted to show it off to my friend. read more

Delicious fresh and healthy food with very kind waitstaff! The sweet potato quinoa bowl and the Chia bowl were amazing! Bright, clean and pleasant ambiance with cool never and a Greek decor. read more

Eliá Café - Chia pudding bowl - Greek Near Me - Park Ridge, Illinois

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Great repurposed space- lighter, airier and zen-ier . I stopped by for an extremely quick bite and they were incredibly accommodating and friendly. I got a coffee (great roast!) and an veggie egg white omelette (spinach, tomato, feta) with fruit (watermelon, pineapple and berries- ripe, sweet and delish)... all very tasty! A bit on the pricy side, but you get what you pay for! read more

Eliá Café - Inside view from front door (street side) - Greek Near Me - Park Ridge, Illinois

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The place looks great! Very clean and vibrant. We went at 9am on a Sunday and were seated right away. When we left around 1015 there was a long line. We sat down and saw the QR code to order so we thought we had to use that. After entering a few items the waitress did come by. We told her we ordered via the app. She said 'great!' and never checked on us again. A group of people arrived after us, ordered with the waitress, and they got their food 10 minutes faster. Maybe it's because the people in the kitchen had to bring us our meal instead of a waitress? Next time I'll order via the human. I had the Pistachio Iced Latte, which unfortunately I didnt love. My husband ordered the Mimosa flight- he said it was "interesting." My child had the strawberry lemonade and he loved it. For breakfast I had the Nova Lox - loved it. My hubby had the Village omelet and he enjoyed that. We also shared the Lemon Blueberry Pancake and that was tasty. My child had a huge plate of pancakes and bacon. It also came with some fresh fruit on the side. The waitress never came back but at least one of the owners stopped by to ask how were doing and if we needed anything else. That was nice. Oh...and our water was also refilled periodically. A nice new spot. I like how they have pastries to go, which I will need to one day stop by and splurge on. read more

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Great food. Great cafe in Park Ridge. Great staff. Vivian was my server. Wonderful ambiance especially for a breakfast/brunch place.

I found Eliá Café while I was in town for a work trip to Chicago. A staff member at my Marriott hotel near the airport suggested I check it out in Park Ridge, and I'm so glad I listened. This place feels like a modern Greek/Mediterranean brunch spot you'd expect to find downtown, not tucked just outside the city. I started with a cinnamon latte and the "First Date" latte - both were delicious, not overly sweet, and really well made. For food, I went all in: the Elia Stacks with pistachio sauce and the Baklava French Toast. The pancakes with pistachio anglaise were fluffy and super flavorful, and the baklava French toast (with that filo/baklava vibe) was next-level good. I also took two fresh juices to go, and they were just as impressive as everything else. What really sold me, though, was the hospitality. Every person we interacted with was friendly and attentive, and one of the owners or managers came by our table to ask how everything was and made us feel like family. The atmosphere is cozy and modern with beautiful natural lighting - exactly the kind of place I could see myself popping into every day if I lived in the area. I've literally been thinking about this meal since I left and already want to plan a trip back to Park Ridge just to try the Havarti smash burger and Wagyu steak sandwich. If they ever open a location in Southern California, I'll be first in line. Until then, if you're anywhere near Chicago, Eliá Café is absolutely worth the detour. read more

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Excellent! Great service, beautiful atmosphere and the AMAZING FRESH menu - fresh ingredients and FRESH thought put into this place. Great coffee, drink and alcohol section... it also looks like they are starting put in a Greek market (please sell your sourdough) Open 7-3, perfect spot for a breakfast or lunch meeting Something for everyone on the menu! Welcome to PR Elia! We are happy to have you! Opa! read more

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Over the top brunch spot! It has a wide variety of dishes that appeal to both breakfast and lunch cravings, such as pancakes, a Greek twist on omelets, sandwiches, and THE best To Go bar- filled with a spiral spanakopita to die for, and I've never heard of but tried this custard egg filled pastry that I can't stop thinking about (Bougasta). Fig frittata was amazing like an omelet not as thick as traditional frittatas. I wanted to try the gyro until I was told it was chicken...Will def be my new breakfast Go To. Service is above this locations standards it's like downtown upscale elegant to say the least. The decor is impeccable and you can really feel the love that they put into this place all around a great - great spot! read more

Eliá Café - Fig frittata - Greek Near Me - Park Ridge, Illinois

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Had a delicious frittata and my party enjoyed the lemon blueberry pancakes. The portions were a little too large. The espresso martini was not good at all. I think the lesson was to only order Greek inspired food here. The building is light and open, and the service was okay. read more

Elia Cafe is hands down my favorite brunch spot. From the beautiful interior design to the thoughtful, delicate details in every dish, everything about this place feels special. You can truly tell how much care goes into the entire experience. I couldn't recommend it more--definitely a must-visit read more

Eliá Café - Greek Near Me - Park Ridge, Illinois

Had brunch here for the first time and it didn't disappoint. Came in with my twins in a stroller and the staff was very accommodating! Food was great and service was quick. read more

Finally, a higher end breakfast shop in PR. My favorite is the chia seed pudding. Who thought eating healthy could be so delicious!