Eleni’s brings Greece to Gramercy Park and is a great place to meet a friend recently. Eleni’s is located at 17th Street and 3rd Avenue. We met there to celebrate the holiday spirit, a great choice indeed. Here are some outdoor Elenis holiday images…

Entrance to Eleni’s. Photo by Sora Vernikoff

Outdoor view of Eleni’s. Photo by Sora Vernikoff

Outdoor seating at Eleni’s. Photo by Sora Vernikoff

Bar seating at Eleni’s. Photo by Sora Vernikoff
Eleni’s restaurant can be described as a tasty journey offering a fatigue-free dining journey through Greece in just a few minutes. And indeed it was… Check out the bar area and the inside decor.

Dining seating at Eleni’s. Photo by Sora Vernikoff

Dining area at Eleni’s. Photo by Sora Vernikoff

Another view of the Dining area at Eleni’s. Photo by Sora Vernikoff

Fresh, hot bread at Eleni’s. Photo by Sora Vernikoff
Elenis serves fresh charcoal-grilled fish and meats from both coastal and mainland Greece. Their appetizers include traditional cheeses and organic salads. So what to order?
The Grilled Norwegian salmon paired with a leek rice pilaf was fabulous, along with the fresh, hot, fabulous bread basket. By the way, the salmon arrived at our table much faster than I could have imagined.

Grilled Norwegian salmon paired with leek rice pilaf at Eleni’s. Photo by Sora Vernikoff
It was dessert time, and I ordered Galaktompouriko, which translates to Semolina custard with a light, soft filo crust surrounded by honey syrup. It truly was divine.
Let’s not forget the cappuccino, which topped a great meal.

Semolina custard with a light, soft filo crust surrounded by honey syrup at Eleni’s. Photo by Sora Vernikoff
I recommend Eleni’s if you’re in The Gramercy Park Area. It’s a pleasant place to rest and dine…for a while.
Readers may also enjoy our reviews of Arte Cafe on the Upper West Side, Salt Bae Burger, Wagamama, and Dinner with Gangsters and Ghosts.
Eleni’s Restaurant
226 3rd Ave.
New York NY 10003