Elia is committed to crafting an exceptional dining experience for you and your dear ones. Our menu features authentic Greek dishes prepared with care, served in a delightful ambiance that reflects our dedication to maintaining high standards of quality and service.
Elia - San Carlos reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
4.6Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value
Noise • Moderate
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Greek
Peninsula
Hot spot
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Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Elia in San Carlos shines with "excellent food and service," offering a lively atmosphere featuring live music and a "beautifully decorated" interior. Diners rave about the "delicious" seafood paella and "fantastic" lamb shank. While some note the noise level, the friendly staff ensures a memorable experience.
114 Reviews
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OpenTable Diner VIP
San Francisco5 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Loved the look vibe and excellent food. Finally a new happening place in San Carlos with a great bar scene that isn’t too loud but has great music.
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Bert VIP
Tahoe10 reviews
2.0
Dined today
Overall 2
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
The noise level is horrendous (85 decibels)
Impossible to carry on a conversation. Walked out of there with a headache
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Ava1
San Francisco2 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The food and service are always great. On Friday and Saturday evenings they have DJ. If you do not like loud music avoid Fridays and Saturday dinner.
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Jonathan VIP
San Francisco43 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Jairo took great care of us by choosing a quiet table near the window. The food was delicious as usual. I love taking client to Elia!
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Ruth VIP
San Francisco49 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Overall 5
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 4
We both ordered the filet mignon souvlaki and it was delicious. So were the sides and the spanakopita that we had ordered as a starter. Service was excellent. Will be back.
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Alex VIP
San Francisco15 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The food was delicious, the atmosphere is nice, live music. Nice place to get together and even celebrate a special event.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
This restaurant has everything. Ambience, great food, attentive service and the buzz and excitement I like in a a restaurant! A great addition to San Carlos!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant, excellent food and excellent service. I plan on returning.
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TheCROJo VIP
San Francisco8 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Lovely new place feels transported to Mykonos or Ios
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Mimi
San Francisco3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 25, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Best restaurant on Laurel. Great food, great service and staff!
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FAQs
Elia - San Carlos is rated 4.6 stars by 114 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.