Elia
Miami
At a glance
Elia on the River in Miami delivers an inviting riverside dining experience where guests can enjoy an expertly curated menu featuring a delightful fusion of coastal flavors crafted with locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant's elegant design, accented with luxurious imported marbles and a striking hand-painted mural, creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere suitable for casual outings and special occasions alike. Located right on the water, Elia offers patrons panoramic views of the Miami River, where passing yachts and sunsets enhance the dining experience. This venue is an excellent choice for those looking to savor a unique riverside dinner or afternoon drinks while appreciating the vibrant Miami backdrop. The culinary offerings at Elia are complemented by an array of weekly events, including Tipsy Tea Thursdays, where guests can indulge in tiered bites and spritzes complemented by live entertainment. For those arriving by boat, Elia provides a convenient dock and dine option, making it a breeze for boaters to tie up and enjoy the coastal cuisine on offer.
Reviews
Elia was such a beautiful dining experience. I had the vodka pasta, and it was genuinely to die for. The drinks were delicious, the service was great, and the atmosphere felt incredibly chic and luxurious. It is tucked away in a small shopping center, but once you are inside, you would never know. The space has so many great photo opportunities, and the live music added to the ambiance without being so loud that we could not enjoy our conversation. Definitely a great spot for a stylish dinner in Miami.
Outstanding Dining Experience! We had a wonderful dining experience at Elia. The atmosphere was beautiful, the food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented, and every dish was absolutely delicious. A special thank you to our waiter, Marc, who provided exceptional service throughout the evening. He was friendly, super kind with my daugther, attentive, knowledgeable, and made us feel genuinely welcome. He made sure every detail of our dining experience was perfect. It's not often that you find a restaurant that combines outstanding food with such warm and professional service. We truly enjoyed every moment of the music and dancing girl's show and will definitely highly recommend Elia to anyone looking for an unforgettable dining experience in Miami. Thank you, Marc, and the entire Elia team!
We stopped here for a 2pm Saturday brunch on the way to MIA airport which is a short 15 min drive away. Not being familiar with the area, it was a little confusing because gps took us to a spot that was not the entrance. The restaurant is in one of those vertical malls. They told us to park on level 3 and take the elevator down. The mall itself didn’t seem that nice, but the restaurant appeared to be much nicer than the mall that it’s in. It is on the river which is not apparent from the street. The restaurant is very lively and beautiful with lots of colors and flowers and is directly on the river so you can see the yachts going by. We did make reservations which was good because it was packed. It was hot so we opted to sit inside even though they have a large patio on the river. They provide fans for people to attempt to stay cool. On Saturday and Sunday they have a live jazz band which was really good and the bar is really beautiful. We would normally sit at the bar but the noise level from the band and the crowd was literally overwhelming. They weren’t sure they had a seat inside and away from the band but ended up accommodating. I would say they should turn the volume down because while the band was great, it was just too loud in most of the restaurant. Even towards the back of the restaurant the waiter had trouble hearing our order. The service was good and the waiter attentive. We split a Cesar salad and had lobster Benedict and chicken Milanese. All the dishes were very flavorful and delicious, however everything was heavily sauced….so not the diet plate. However, the sauces were delish so I didn’t mind. The lobster Benedict only came on half an English muffin which I thought interesting because in other places it’s usually 2 poached eggs on each half. I didn’t mind because the extra sauce and calories. I did ask for the poached egg to be cooked medium and it came barely cooked so I didn’t eat much of the egg…..don’t like runny egg whites. The chicken was huge and really good. Overall the flavors made up for anything else. I also had a divine cocktail called a red Sicilian and had them put it in a wine glass so it was very festive. Overall a nice place, and very convenient when going to the airport. Another note, they have a ticketless parking system which wasn’t very intuitive…you have to scan a QR code before you leave and have your license plate memorized or it’s a total pain. Anyway over all very nice.
We had a wonderful experience at Elia on the River! Jhon was our server, and he provided excellent service from start to finish. He was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was perfect throughout our meal. The food was outstanding, and the ambiance was absolutely amazing with beautiful views and a great atmosphere. Everything came together for a fantastic birthday celebration. We’ll definitely be back. Highly recommend!
We had an amazing experience at Elia on the River, and John made it even better. His service was attentive, friendly, and professional from start to finish. He gave us excellent recommendations, and we’re so glad we followed them. The Truffle Carpaccio and the Truffle Royal Pizza were absolutely incredible—easily some of the best dishes we’ve ever had. Every recommendation was spot on, and John’s knowledge of the menu really elevated our dining experience. Thank you, John, for your outstanding service. We will definitely be back and highly recommend asking for him if you visit Elia on the River! 😊🍕✨
