I was there with a small business group and really enjoyed the atmosphere. It was very intimate, and the wine pairings were spot on.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Seth Lindsey
This was our anniversary spot for the past three years. The first two were absolutely wonderful experiences from the service, to the wine, and the tasting menu. Despite being upscale, the staff still made it accessible, and we always left feeling satiated. It was worth the price for an annual special occasion. This past time, the food was beyond underwhelming. Same great wait staff and atmosphere, but the tasting menu was wholly forgettable and unfilling. I'd usually give a place a second chance, but when spending $800 it's gotta be spot-on every time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Mith R.
Incredibly mediocre and frankly overpriced. The meats were overcooked or over-sauced consistently. The dishes were entirely too similar in flavor profile. This is one of those restaurants trying to elevate its cuisine and just failing miserably.
John Horan
We’ve been many times. Impeccable service. Creative dishes. Amazing cocktails. Perfect pairings. Never disappoints.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Melissa Bear
Several years ago we came and had an outstanding meal. This year we came after seeing the Valentine’s Day meal advertised and had very high expectations. We were disappointed. The meal was more expensive than other similar restaurants in town, and for the price we paid, the size of portions and quality was not what one should expect from such a highly regarded restaurant. Our octopus was over cooked and chewy and the steak was more fat and gristle than meat.
Emily J.
This entrance is deceiving, as it is in a home, and you actually enter through Olio. It is truly a unique space unlike any other though. Transported to the inside of someone's living room, it has a cozy feel that doesn't seem overly pretentious or boisterous. It feels like a quiet evening at home, amongst friendly acquaintances. The food was delicious and plated beautifully. However, the lighting made snapping a decent photo nearly impossible it was a lesson in accepting limitations and enjoying things in the present. Loved the Thai smoked scallops, fancy butter and divine breads, the crepe lasagna dish, and the desserts. The price seems a bit high but still reasonable for the quality of food and service delivered. Definitely a worthy experience.
Jordan J.
NYE 2022 prix fixe. The bread and butter are unreal good, I'd go back just for this. Every dish was well curated and flavorful. But man, their sommelier is world class. I've never had such unique pairings that were bursting with flavors. A+
Daniel D.
You get what you pay for. Exceptional service, well conceived tasting menu, and thoughtful pairings. They offer tiered service, so it's not as stuffy as the price point would imply if you're going all out. The best part was they delivered on their menu. Bonus points for the knowledgeable sommelier and the very charming Portuguese waiter who has half a century of experience under his belt.
Samantha W.
Elaia is our absolute favorite restaurant in St. Louis. It's perfect for any special occasion. So perfect that we picked it for our last dinner as a family of 2! We came for the NYE tasting dinner. We started with Ben's caviar (incredible) and Elaia's famous bread. The tasting menu changes, but I can attest it is always delicious. They offer an excellent wine pairing that I highly recommend! The staff is always attentive and extremely knowledgeable.
Ross Mandernach
Absolutely amazing food, wine, service and atmosphere. Anyone who has given this place a 1 star review has the palate of a picky toddler and knows nothing about good food. This place is worth every penny
We went here for my birthday dinner and everything exceed our expectations. The server and all staff was extremely friendly. The food was amazing and all of the plates had a different personality but it all flowed seamlessly. We did the prix fixe and also added the burrata (which was amazing!) small and intimate space perfect to celebrate a special occasion.
Rick S.
I had a lunch there this week with my friends, and it was simply amazing; pretty sure I don't deserve this kind of treatment!. The food was amazing, the wine pairings were spot on, and the knowledge of the sommelier was over the top. Often referred to as one of the top 10 restaurants in St. Louis, and this cannot be denied.
SparkySparks2013
My friends from out of town selected Olio and they went here twice! I thought the food was very good, being vegetarian. They are not vegetarian. The babba ganoush was tasty and a few other items. Something interesting for everyone!
Scott Howze
The tasting menu and pair pairings were amazing. The service was excellent and the food was delicious. I have no complaints.
Parker Gelber
This was the most fun and romantic tasting menu experience we’ve had. The food was unbelievable. Creative and diverse.This staff here was fantastic. By far the best service we have experienced. There knowledge is unparalleled.5 out of 5, one of the best spots in the Midwest!
I was there with a small business group and really enjoyed the atmosphere. It was very intimate, and the wine pairings were spot on.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was our anniversary spot for the past three years. The first two were absolutely wonderful experiences from the service, to the wine, and the tasting menu. Despite being upscale, the staff still made it accessible, and we always left feeling satiated. It was worth the price for an annual special occasion. This past time, the food was beyond underwhelming. Same great wait staff and atmosphere, but the tasting menu was wholly forgettable and unfilling. I'd usually give a place a second chance, but when spending $800 it's gotta be spot-on every time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Incredibly mediocre and frankly overpriced. The meats were overcooked or over-sauced consistently. The dishes were entirely too similar in flavor profile. This is one of those restaurants trying to elevate its cuisine and just failing miserably.
We’ve been many times. Impeccable service. Creative dishes. Amazing cocktails. Perfect pairings. Never disappoints.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Several years ago we came and had an outstanding meal. This year we came after seeing the Valentine’s Day meal advertised and had very high expectations. We were disappointed. The meal was more expensive than other similar restaurants in town, and for the price we paid, the size of portions and quality was not what one should expect from such a highly regarded restaurant. Our octopus was over cooked and chewy and the steak was more fat and gristle than meat.
This entrance is deceiving, as it is in a home, and you actually enter through Olio. It is truly a unique space unlike any other though. Transported to the inside of someone's living room, it has a cozy feel that doesn't seem overly pretentious or boisterous. It feels like a quiet evening at home, amongst friendly acquaintances. The food was delicious and plated beautifully. However, the lighting made snapping a decent photo nearly impossible it was a lesson in accepting limitations and enjoying things in the present. Loved the Thai smoked scallops, fancy butter and divine breads, the crepe lasagna dish, and the desserts. The price seems a bit high but still reasonable for the quality of food and service delivered. Definitely a worthy experience.
NYE 2022 prix fixe. The bread and butter are unreal good, I'd go back just for this. Every dish was well curated and flavorful. But man, their sommelier is world class. I've never had such unique pairings that were bursting with flavors. A+
You get what you pay for. Exceptional service, well conceived tasting menu, and thoughtful pairings. They offer tiered service, so it's not as stuffy as the price point would imply if you're going all out. The best part was they delivered on their menu. Bonus points for the knowledgeable sommelier and the very charming Portuguese waiter who has half a century of experience under his belt.
Elaia is our absolute favorite restaurant in St. Louis. It's perfect for any special occasion. So perfect that we picked it for our last dinner as a family of 2! We came for the NYE tasting dinner. We started with Ben's caviar (incredible) and Elaia's famous bread. The tasting menu changes, but I can attest it is always delicious. They offer an excellent wine pairing that I highly recommend! The staff is always attentive and extremely knowledgeable.
Absolutely amazing food, wine, service and atmosphere. Anyone who has given this place a 1 star review has the palate of a picky toddler and knows nothing about good food. This place is worth every penny
Restaurantji Recommends
We went here for my birthday dinner and everything exceed our expectations. The server and all staff was extremely friendly. The food was amazing and all of the plates had a different personality but it all flowed seamlessly. We did the prix fixe and also added the burrata (which was amazing!) small and intimate space perfect to celebrate a special occasion.
I had a lunch there this week with my friends, and it was simply amazing; pretty sure I don't deserve this kind of treatment!. The food was amazing, the wine pairings were spot on, and the knowledge of the sommelier was over the top. Often referred to as one of the top 10 restaurants in St. Louis, and this cannot be denied.
My friends from out of town selected Olio and they went here twice! I thought the food was very good, being vegetarian. They are not vegetarian. The babba ganoush was tasty and a few other items. Something interesting for everyone!
The tasting menu and pair pairings were amazing. The service was excellent and the food was delicious. I have no complaints.
This was the most fun and romantic tasting menu experience we’ve had. The food was unbelievable. Creative and diverse.This staff here was fantastic. By far the best service we have experienced. There knowledge is unparalleled.5 out of 5, one of the best spots in the Midwest!