Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine – Greek
Elena’s Greek-Armenian Cuisine invites guests into a space where the savory perfume of flame-kissed meats and Mediterranean spices fills the air, signaling a meal rooted in deep culinary tradition. Succulent skewers of lamb, beef, and chicken shish kebabs are grilled to smoky perfection, arriving at the table as part of generous, vibrant platters designed for sharing and celebration. This neighborhood gem captures the essence of Old World hospitality, offering a soulful dining experience where every charred bite tells a story of heritage and craft.
1000 S Glendale Avenue, Glendale CA 91205 https://elenasgreek.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Greek
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine
Dairy-Free at Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine
Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine in Glendale has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shirazi Salad, Pork Chops Plate and Lamb Chops Plate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine
Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine in Glendale has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shirazi Salad, Pork Chops Plate and Lamb Chops Plate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine
Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine in Glendale has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Greek Salad, Kunafa and Shirazi Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine
Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine in Glendale has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Express Lunch Package (Sandwich), Beef Gyro Sandwich and Pork Chops Plate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine
Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine in Glendale has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pork Chops Plate and Armenian Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine
Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine in Glendale has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lamb Shish Kebab Plate, Pork Chops Plate and Armenian Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine
Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine in Glendale has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pork Chops Plate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine
Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine in Glendale has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shirazi Salad, Falafel Appetizer and Baba Ghanoush. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Express Lunch Package (Sandwich) | 15.1 g | 59.6 g |
| Ultimate Dinner Package | 20.1 g | 52.7 g |
| Fattoush Salad | 113.7 g | 52.6 g |
| Elena's Dinner | 17.9 g | 50.1 g |
| Beef Lula Kebab Plate | 56.4 g | 34.4 g |
| Chicken Lula Kebab Plate | 32.4 g | 30.6 g |
| Pork Chops Plate | 2.2 g | 30.5 g |
| Beef Gyro Plate | 81.4 g | 29.2 g |
| Chicken Shish Kebab Plate | 15.2 g | 28.6 g |
| Lamb Chops Plate | 32.4 g | 28 g |
| Baba Ghanoush | 108.5 g | 24.5 g |
| Greek Salad | 5.7 g | 24.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its high-quality pasta dishes, guests consistently praise the friendly and attentive service staff who ensure a welcoming dining experience. Reviewers highlight the pleasant environment and inviting neighborhood atmosphere, noting it as a standout destination for a quality meal with friends.
Menu
Catering Packages
- Elena's Dinner - $144: 3 Types of Kebab (Chicken Shish Kebab, Beef or Chicken Lula & Beef Filet), 8 Authentic Appetizers (Beef Kofta, Cheese Fatayer, Falafel Meza, Hammos, Mutabbal, Tabbuleh, Labni & Veggie Sarma), Side of Rice and 1 Main Salad (Cabbage Salad) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ultimate Dinner Package - $258: 3 Kebabs (Chicken Breast, Chicken Lula & Beef Filet), 1 Specialty Kebab (Choice of Lamb or Pork Chops), 11 Authentic Appetizers, 2 side dishes (Rice & French Fries), 2 main salads (Cabbage & Greek Salad) Available at: dinner
- Elena's Veggie Collection - $136: 2 Types of Veggie Entree (Stuffed Eggplant Moussaka & Veggie Sarma), 7 Authentic Appetizers, Side of Rice and 1 Main Salad (Cabbage Salad) Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Express Lunch Package (Sandwich) - $120: Choice of 2 Pita Wraps (Chicken Sandwich, Beef Lula, Chicken Lula, Falafel or Beef Filet), 6 Authentic Mezas and a Main Salad (Cabbage Salad) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: lunch
Kebab Plates
- Beef Lula Kebab Plate - $26: Grounded beef Lula kebab, rice, broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, pita and pickled cabbage Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Lula Kebab Plate - $26: Grounded chicken Lula kebab, rice, broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, pita and pickled cabbage Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Shish Kebab Plate - $26: Choice of chicken thigh or breast kebab meat, marinated and grilled Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Shish Kebab Plate - $28: Beef shish filet, grilled Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Shish Kebab Plate - $29: Center choice Lamb shish filet, grilled Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Elena's Combo Kebab Plate - $28: Selection of two authentic kebabs or specialties Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheesy Jalapeno Beef Lula Kebab Plate - $28: Two Cheesy Jalapeno Lula served with choice of sides Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialty Plates
- Yogurt Kebab Plate - $29: Ground beef lula kebab topped with garlic yogurt, butter, sumac and roasted almond, atop pita chip crackers Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spiced Tomato Kebab Plate - $29: Ground beef lula kebab topped with spiced tomato & pepper mix and fresh garlic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Shawarma Plate - $27: Marinated chicken, lettuce, tomatoes and garlic sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Shawarma Plate - $27: Marinated tender beef tri-tip, onion parsley mix and tahini sauce Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Gyro Plate - $29: Beef Greek Gyro, homemade Tzatziki Sauce and traditional thick Gyro bread Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops Plate - $29: 4 pieces of Australian Lamb chops, marinated and flame-grilled Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chops Plate - $29: 2 pieces of bone-in pork chops, marinated and flame-grilled Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Hummus - $8: Garbanzo (Chickpeas) with tahini, lemon juice and garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baba Ghanoush - $8: Roasted eggplant, mixed with garlic, oil, tahini and lemon juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tabbouleh - $8: Chopped parsley, cracked wheat, tomatoes, onion, lemon juice & oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Appetizer - $12: Chickpeas, fava beans, fresh herbs, and spices served with tahini Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Borek - $7: Crispy light turnover stuffed with a mixture of cheeses Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Borek - $7: Savory pie with spinach and feta cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Greek Salad - $8.5: Cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, citrus vinaigrette, Feta Cheese and Kalamata olives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fattoush Salad - $8.5: Cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, fresh mint, tarragon, Fattoush dressing and pita chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shirazi Salad - $8: Diced cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Beef Lula Sandwich - $15: Ground beef Lula kebab, onion, parsley, tomatoes and pickled cabbage Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Shawarma Sandwich - $15: Marinated chicken, lettuce, tomatoes and garlic sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Gyro Sandwich - $16: Beef Greek Gyro, Tzatziki Sauce, tomatoes on thick Gyro bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Homemade Baklava - $8: Walnut Baklava drizzled with chocolate syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Tiramisu Cake Slice - $10: Coffee-flavored Italian dessert Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Kunafa - $14: Baked vermicelli sandwiched between Ashta cream and garnished with pistachio Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Soda - $3: Assorted soft drinks
- Yogurt Drink (Lassi) - $4: Traditional yogurt-based drink Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Armenian Coffee - $4: Strong traditional coffee Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is unique for its blend of Greek and Armenian traditions, featuring flame-kissed kebabs and high-quality pasta dishes.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a quality meal with friends featuring shared kebab platters and high-quality pasta in a welcoming, neighborhood atmosphere.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports numerous diets including keto, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, paleo, mediterranean, high-protein, low-carb, dairy-free, and halal options.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Guests enjoy a pleasant, inviting neighborhood atmosphere and a welcoming environment that makes it a standout destination for quality meals.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant offers a website and online ordering at https://elenasgreek.com/ for its Greek and Armenian menu selections.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include high-quality pasta, succulent lamb, beef, and chicken shish kebabs, beef lula kebab plates, and chicken shawarma.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Reviewers express no major concerns, instead praising the high-quality pasta dishes, friendly service staff, and inviting neighborhood atmosphere.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include beef and lamb shish kebabs, chicken shawarma plates, falafel appetizers, cheese borek, and highly-praised pasta dishes.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers praise the high-quality pasta dishes, friendly and attentive service staff, and the inviting neighborhood atmosphere for dining with friends.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The restaurant is suitable for families, offering a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere and generous, vibrant platters designed for sharing and celebration.
- Is Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shirazi Salad, Pork Chops Plate and Lamb Chops Plate.
- What can I eat at Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine on a dairy-free diet?
- Shirazi Salad, Pork Chops Plate and Lamb Chops Plate carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Shirazi Salad and Falafel Appetizer.
- Is Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Elena's Greek-Armenian Cuisine?
- Express Lunch Package (Sandwich), at roughly 59.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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