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Anelya, Chicago, IL

Anelya

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4.7 (323)
$31 to $50
Ukrainian
3472 N. Elston Ave., Chicago, IL 60618

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Comforting favorites in Avondale by Chefs Johnny Clark and Beverly Kim inspired by old-world cooking. Start your meal with a selection of beverages like a bottle of trendy orange wine or head to the bar after work with no reservation needed for a craft cocktail like The Muse with gin and beet kvass. Our appetizer cart will roll to your table to start your dinner with over 10 bites beckoning to be picked like our fan-favorite smoked carrot paté or sunflower seed hummus. Our main dishes offer a variety of homestyle flavors just like your mother made from thick soups to layered pasta and fluffy Ukrainian garlic bread. Coffee, after-dinner drinks and a flaky pastry like our Napoleon invite you to finish the meal with a sweet treat and hours of good conversation in a space that feels like home.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Ukrainian, Comfort Food, Modern European
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 692-2192
  • Website
    https://www.anelyarestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Johnny Clark & Beverly Kim
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room, your party! Seats up to 16 guests with customizable Chef's Tasting menus and beverage pairings. View the private dining room guide: https://www.anelyarestaurant.com/Email us to book: info@anelyarestaurant.com
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    3472 N. Elston Ave., Chicago, IL 60618
  • Neighborhood
    Avondale
  • Cross street
    Elston & Albany
  • Parking details
    Free parking is abundant on Elston Ave. and side streets.
  • Public transit
    From Belmont/Kimball Blue line: Either walk .7 of a mile or take Kimball busNorth to Addison and walk from there.From Addison Blue line: Either walk .7 of a mile East on Addison or take the Addison bus East to Elston.From Lakeview area: Take the Addison bus West to Elston
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 323 people are saying

Anelya reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Anelya offers an "outstanding dining experience" with "amazing" Ukrainian cuisine. Diners appreciate the "beautifully delicious cocktails," "wonderful service," and "cozy, contemporary atmosphere." The menu features unique and "creative" dishes, with highlights like "borscht" and "drunken sour cherry chocolate torte." Though some find portions small, the overall experience is "incredible."
323 Reviews

  1. Yuriy

    Miami1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Modern Ukrainian authentic cuisine. High quality drinks. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  2. Jana

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed our meal at Anelya and will definitely be back! We had Lokshayna, Poltava Halishki, Holubsti, Pampushki, a couple of appetizers, quite a few drinks, and two slices of cake (we ended up sharing a lot between 4 of us, I definitely should have ate less). Personally, I don't think the appetizers are worth it. I'd get the Pampushki or another side (I want to try the Banosh) instead of those but we only got two so maybe others are great. Cocktails were delicious but likely small pours, so if you just love a beautifully delicious cocktail and not as focused on the effect get one, but if looking for an effect maybe drink a bit before or after the meal elsewhere. The mains were incredible with the Lokshayna and Poltava Halishki being my favorite! The desserts were also very very good. We'll definitely be back! Next time we'll share a couple of mains, try the grits, and maybe more Pampushki depending on what we order. We'd also share cake, both the layered honey cake and boozy cherry (less boozy tasting than a lot of boozy desserts which both myself and one other at the table considered a good thing) we're delicious! Our server was also fantastic!

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  3. Kristine

    Des Moines2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My colleague and I came for supper. The appetizers were displayed on a cart, so we could see and ask questions about all of the options (some very unfamiliar to us, so great opportunity). We started with the orange wine served chilled, hummus (so smooth), and bread. For the meal, we split the borsch (smoky and a little sweet) and short ribs. We finished it off with the hazelnut dessert, which featured so many textures and was absolutely delicious. Thank you for allowing our tastebuds to explore!

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  4. Nata VIP

    Milwaukee22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Anelya never disappoints. It’s busy and lively and food is outstanding. Love!

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  5. Emily VIP

    Chicago8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Many of the dishes our group tried were very good, but the portions were small. Great ambiance!

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  6. Cheryl VIP

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it! Excellent food and vibe. Would definitely recommend!

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    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful evening. Service and food were excellent.

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  8. joseph VIP

    Chicago28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a great find in a neighborhood that is relatively new to us. Very well decorated and very cool overall.

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  9. LeahB

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Prix fixe menu for dinner and drinks. Very good value. The depth of flavors, textures and presentation was simply incredible. A very special place.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite spots in the city. Love the food, the ambience, and the care that the staff show to make sure you’re happy. I’ll be coming back regularly for the foreseeable future.

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FAQs

Anelya offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 692-2192.

Anelya is rated 4.7 stars by 323 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  5. Avondale

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Anelya

3472 N. Elston Ave., Chicago, IL 60618

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Elston & Albany
  • Neighborhood
    Avondale
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Ukrainian, Comfort Food, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free parking is abundant on Elston Ave. and side streets.
  • Public transit
    From Belmont/Kimball Blue line: Either walk .7 of a mile or take Kimball busNorth to Addison and walk from there.From Addison Blue line: Either walk .7 of a mile East on Addison or take the Addison bus East to Elston.From Lakeview area: Take the Addison bus West to Elston
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Johnny Clark & Beverly Kim
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    https://www.anelyarestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (773) 692-2192
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room, your party! Seats up to 16 guests with customizable Chef's Tasting menus and beverage pairings. View the private dining room guide: https://www.anelyarestaurant.com/Email us to book: info@anelyarestaurant.com
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