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: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, low-carb, vegan, gluten-free, halal, keto, mediterranean, sugar-free, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, weight-watchers, low-cholesterol, raw-food, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, carnivore, candida, mayo-clinic, pegan, lectin-free, slow-carb
Currently closed
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
- 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) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, High-Fiber
- 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) Dietary tags: High-Protein
- 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: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- 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, Mediterranean
- Beef Lula Kebab Plate - $26: Grounded beef Lula kebab, rice, broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, pita and pickled cabbage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Lula Kebab Plate - $26: Grounded chicken Lula kebab, rice, broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, pita and pickled cabbage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Shish Kebab Plate - $26: Choice of chicken thigh or breast kebab meat, marinated and grilled Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida
- Beef Shish Kebab Plate - $28: Beef shish filet, grilled Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Lamb Shish Kebab Plate - $29: Center choice Lamb shish filet, grilled Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida
- Elena's Combo Kebab Plate - $28: Selection of two authentic kebabs or specialties Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean
- Cheesy Jalapeno Beef Lula Kebab Plate - $28: Two Cheesy Jalapeno Lula served with choice of sides Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Yogurt Kebab Plate - $29: Ground beef lula kebab topped with garlic yogurt, butter, sumac and roasted almond, atop pita chip crackers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Spiced Tomato Kebab Plate - $29: Ground beef lula kebab topped with spiced tomato & pepper mix and fresh garlic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Detox, Candida
- Chicken Shawarma Plate - $27: Marinated chicken, lettuce, tomatoes and garlic sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Atkins
- Beef Shawarma Plate - $27: Marinated tender beef tri-tip, onion parsley mix and tahini sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Atkins
- Beef Gyro Plate - $29: Beef Greek Gyro, homemade Tzatziki Sauce and traditional thick Gyro bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Lamb Chops Plate - $29: 4 pieces of Australian Lamb chops, marinated and flame-grilled Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- 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, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Hummus - $8: Garbanzo (Chickpeas) with tahini, lemon juice and garlic
- Baba Ghanoush - $8: Roasted eggplant, mixed with garlic, oil, tahini and lemon juice
- Tabbouleh - $8: Chopped parsley, cracked wheat, tomatoes, onion, lemon juice & oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Falafel Appetizer - $12: Chickpeas, fava beans, fresh herbs, and spices served with tahini Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Cheese Borek - $7: Crispy light turnover stuffed with a mixture of cheeses Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Spinach Borek - $7: Savory pie with spinach and feta cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Greek Salad - $8.5: Cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, citrus vinaigrette, Feta Cheese and Kalamata olives Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Fattoush Salad - $8.5: Cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, fresh mint, tarragon, Fattoush dressing and pita chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Shirazi Salad - $8: Diced cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions 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, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida
- Beef Lula Sandwich - $15: Ground beef Lula kebab, onion, parsley, tomatoes and pickled cabbage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Chicken Shawarma Sandwich - $15: Marinated chicken, lettuce, tomatoes and garlic sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Beef Gyro Sandwich - $16: Beef Greek Gyro, Tzatziki Sauce, tomatoes on thick Gyro bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Homemade Baklava - $8: Walnut Baklava drizzled with chocolate syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Tiramisu Cake Slice - $10: Coffee-flavored Italian dessert Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Kunafa - $14: Baked vermicelli sandwiched between Ashta cream and garnished with pistachio Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Soda - $3: Assorted soft drinks
- Yogurt Drink (Lassi) - $4: Traditional yogurt-based drink
- Armenian Coffee - $4: Strong traditional coffee
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.