Ela Mesa Taste of Greece – Greek
Ela Mesa transports diners to the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean, where the air is filled with the aroma of charred octopus and the lively sizzle of flaming saganaki. Golden, flaky spanakopita and crisp zucchini chips share the table with velvety traditional spreads, creating a vibrant tapestry of flavors that celebrate the heart of Greek hospitality. Every meal is a soulful escape, from the comforting tang of zesty avgolemono soup to the communal joy of sharing plates of salty halloumi and tender grape leaves.
Paramount Park Drive +13019443750 https://elamesatasteofgreece.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Greek
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, mediterranean, pescatarian, diabetic, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, atkins, south-beach, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, weight-watchers, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, raw-food, low-fodmap, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners appreciate the fair pricing and approachable atmosphere at Ela, highlighting it as a dependable choice for a casual meal. Guests find the environment suitable for low-key gatherings, noting that the experience offers a straightforward and accessible dining option for those seeking a relaxed evening out.
Menu
Appetizers
- Traditional Greek Spreads - $8: Choice of tzatziki, tyrokafteri, melitzana, or hummus, served with pita Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grape Leaves (Dolmadakia) - $10: Traditional stuffed grape leaves with rice and herbs finished with a creamy avgolemono sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flamed Cheese (Saganaki) - $16: Flamed graviera cheese, lemon & pita bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zucchini Chips (Kolokithakia) - $12: Crispy fried zucchini chips, oregano, chives, tzatziki sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Pie (Spanakopita) - $15: Handmade spinach pie wrapped in phyllo dough with leaks, onions, feta & herbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Octopus (Htapodi) - $19: Marinated grilled octopus, Mediterranean spices, thyme, capers, onions, peppers, balsamic reduction, Greek EVOO & chickpea puree Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari (Kalamarakia) - $16: Lightly fried calamari, oregano, Greek tomato sauce & Aegean vinegar Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Saganaki (Garides) - $18: Ouzo infused sautéed shrimps, Greek EVOO, onions, peppers, Greek tomato sauce, aged feta & pita bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Halumi & Feta - $14: Grilled halumi & baked feta, marinated cherry tomatoes, peppers, olives, Greek EVOO, balsamic reduction & thyme Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Avgolemono-Chicken Soup - $8: Traditional chicken lemon soup, orzo, veggies, aromatic herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Greek Salad (Horiatiki) - $14: Beefsteak tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, peppers, capers, Kalamata olives & Feta cheese Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Manouri Salad - $16: Grilled manouri cheese of Thessaly, arugula, sliced speck, marinated baby tomatoes, basil oil & balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad (Kesara) - $12: Romaine hearts, creamy dressing, croutons, shaved graviera cheese & graviera crisps Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beets Salad (Patzaria) - $16: Heirloom baby beets, goat cheese mousse, arugula, Aegean vinaigrette & aromatized pistachios Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Beef & Lamb Gyro Pita - $14: Fresh slices of beef & lamb gyro, wrapped in pita bread, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, feta, tzatziki sauce, served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Gyro Pita - $14: Fresh slices of chicken gyro, wrapped in pita bread, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, feta, tzatziki sauce, served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
- Haddock Roll - $16: Crispy battered haddock on a hoagie roll, tartar sauce, graviera cheese, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Skewer Pita - $14: Chicken skewer, wrapped in pita bread, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, feta, tzatziki sauce, served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Pita - $14: Falafel wrapped in pita bread, tomatoes, onions, feta, tahini sauce, served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyro Special Platter - $18: Fresh slices of beef & lamb gyro served with Greek salad, fries, tzatziki sauce & pita bread
- Chicken Skewer Platter - $18: Chicken Skewer, Greek salad, fries, tzatziki sauce & pita bread
- Chicken Gyro Special Platter - $18: Fresh slices of chicken gyro, Greek salad, fries, tzatziki sauce & pita bread
- Ela Mesa Special Platter - $22: Combination of gyro & chicken skewer, Greek salad, fries, tzatziki sauce & pita bread
- Moussaka - $28: Layers of eggplant, potatoes and zucchini, slowly braised veal ragout, aromatic spices, & creamy béchamel sauce
- Lamb Shank (Yiouvetsi) - $37: Slowly braised marinated aged lamb shanks, red wine jus, light tomato broth, vegetable stew & orzo pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Half Roasted Chicken (Gioulbasi) - $28: Half roasted chicken, Greek EVOO & Meyer lemon jus, oregano, roasted potatoes & green beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Risotto - $35: Maryland jumbo lump crabmeat, shrimps, white wine saffron broth, shallots, graviera cheese, zucchini & Arborio rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Kebab - $26: Marinated grilled chicken breast, zucchini, peppers, hint of saffron, thyme, oregano, Greek EVOO, rice pilaf & green beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, TLC, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops (Paidakia) - $38: Grilled lamb chops, basil oil, balsamic reduction, light Greek yogurt sauce, lemon potatoes & asparagus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak (Fileto 16 oz) - $39: Chef’s Cut of the day, Greek EVOO, thyme, lemon potatoes & sautéed broccolini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon (Solomos) - $28: Grilled Salmon, Mykonos ladolemono, basil yogurt, spinach risotto & grilled veggies Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilean Sea Bass - $37: Red pepper and feta cream, Evoo, Thyme, Ladolemono sauce, lemon potatoes and green beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Whole Fish (Branzino Sharas) - $39: Whole fish, capers, oregano, thyme, Mykonos ladolemono & choice of two sides Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Greek Lasagna (Pastitsio) - $26: Layers of thick macaroni, slowly braised veal ragout, nutmeg, hint of cinnamon & creamy béchamel sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Pasta (Thalassina) - $35: Shrimps, sea scallops, Maryland jumbo lump crabmeat & mussels tossed with white wine, tomato broth, graviera & linguine pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Cannelloni (Kanelonia) - $27: Baked cannelloni pasta, ricotta, manouri, feta cheese, chives, spinach, mint, basil, nutmeg & vodka tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Ela Mesa Fries - $7: White truffle oil, aged graviera & oregano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon Potatoes - $7: Roasted potatoes, lemon, olive oil & herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Veggies - $8: Marinated seasonal vegetables & herbs Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccolini - $8: Sautéed broccolini, garlic, hint of citrus & herbs Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Beans Stew (Fasolakia) - $8: Green beans stew, Greek tomato sauce, olive oil & herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Rice (Spanakorizo) - $8: Spinach, scallions, aged graviera, & caramelized leaks Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Walnut Sponge Cake (Karydopita) - $9: Traditional Greek walnut sponge cake, chocolate chips, honey syrup & mascarpone cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Baklava - $10: Walnuts, almonds, peanuts, phyllo dough & vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Greek Doughnuts (Loukoumades) - $7: Ela Mesa’s signature Greek doughnuts, honey, sugar & cinnamon dust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Coconut Cake (Ravani Politiko) - $10: Homemade coconut cake, vanilla custard, honey syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Greek Coffee - $4
- Espresso - $4
- Cappuccino - $5
- Organic Greek Mountain Tea - $5
- Espresso Martini - $8: Coffee liquor, Vodka, Espresso coffee & Cane sugar
- Retsina, Tetramythos (Glass) - $8: White wine from Peloponnese
- Pinot Grigio, San Martino (Glass) - $8: Veneto 2020
- Cabernet, PARS (Glass) - $18: Napa Valley, California 2020
Frequently Asked Questions about Ela Mesa Taste of Greece
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- With a 3.0/5 rating, this Greek restaurant is a dependable, moderately priced option offering a straightforward and casual dining experience.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a casual, low-key Greek meal with fair pricing and a relaxed atmosphere would most enjoy this restaurant.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors should expect a casual, approachable Greek dining experience with fair pricing, featuring highlights like grilled octopus and flaming saganaki.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Ela Mesa Taste of Greece specializes in authentic Greek cuisine, featuring traditional dishes like grilled octopus, spanakopita, and flaming saganaki.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates mixed diets with vegan, gluten-free, keto, and paleo options like grilled octopus, green bean stew, and steak.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Reviews do not mention specific concerns, instead highlighting the fair pricing, approachable atmosphere, and suitability for low-key, casual gatherings.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Grilled Octopus (Htapodi) and Steak (Fileto 16 oz) both work for keto and gluten-free diets simultaneously.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Diners find the restaurant to be a dependable choice with fair pricing, offering a straightforward and accessible moderate-priced ($$) dining experience.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Diners describe the restaurant as having an approachable, relaxed, and straightforward atmosphere suitable for low-key gatherings and casual meals.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Ela Mesa offers a casual, approachable, and relaxed atmosphere suitable for low-key gatherings and straightforward Greek dining.
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