Ellie's Restaurant & Lounge

Review №1

Rating: 5

Date: 6 days ago

Review №2

Rating: 3

The food was good, if a little plain (it s a hotel restaurant if you didn t know). That d be fine but the service was atrociously bad. I m not sure if the server was overloaded or the kitchen was slow, but it took over 30 minutes to get the first set of drinks and over 75 minutes to receive dinner. We almost missed our show because of it. Worse, we barely were taken care of. Water came by 1 time the entire 2 hours we were there. The whole experience felt lacking. You can do better, even for hotel restaurants.

Date: 6 days ago

Review №3

Rating: 5

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №4

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №5

Rating: 5

The red snapper was the best Ive had in Dallas. The breaded pork chop was good too. We tipped the excellent waitress for the cost of our free anniversary flourless chocolate cake beyond the standard 20%. The pianist and singer performed well too. Well definitely return. This restaurant, which is in the Hall Arts Hilton, is perfect for Dallas Arts District patrons.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №6

Rating: 1

Terrible service, we waited for 20 mins and the waitress didn t even acknowledge us and the Hostess was rude when I asked for my valet to be validated. Please don t go here and their food options are terrible.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №7

Rating: 4

Great atmosphere and comfortable seating. I love all the windows. My chicken was perfectly cooked but the roasted potatoes under it had no flavor. The brussel sprouts were good and great to share with 4 people. The salmon was great, the chop salad was very good. The one thing that bothered me the most, is... here we are, at a nice place and every pen we were handed was broken and shouldnt been thrown away.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №8

Rating: 1

The food is not worth the prices

Date: 2 months ago

Review №9

Rating: 4

Beautiful setting, walkable locatio to synphony center etc, service was leisurely on our weekday lunch visit, veggie burger was excellent, salad average

Date: 2 months ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №11

Rating: 4

Beautiful restaurant. Friday night dinner and the restaurant wasn t very busy, but there was a private event in a back room. The service was slowed down once the server realized we d be taking our time. We had to ask repeatedly for water refills. The live music was a singer with an acoustic guitar and fit well with the ambience. We were seated right behind her and it was not too loud. The food was generally well-prepared and presented, but I felt the price point was a tad high for what we got. The standouts were the lemony hummus app, the corn chowder, and the snapper. They did charge a 20% service charge for a table of 5. I ve noticed this is happening more regularly at hotel restaurants, and do not understand why. Overall, I think it s a lovely place to have dinner if you re staying at the hotel or going to a show down the block, but there are more wow worthy spots nearby if you re looking for a special experience.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

Went in to stop for lunch. Everybody was very kind service wise, and the presentation of the food was great as well as how it tasted.Definitely will be back.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №13

Rating: 5

Such a beautiful restaurant and the perfect option after going to the ballet at the Moody Performance Hall. It s just a short walk from all the art venues around. Great food and beautiful vibes. Staff is always very friendly and their drinks are delicious. They close later than most restaurants around there so it s perfect for a night cap.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №14

Rating: 3

I was exited for the place because of the live jazz but I won t be back. We came for brunch and both got the burger which we ordered medium. It came out beyond well done charred Jerkey . I would have told the server if he would have done the standard, how is everything? check in but he never came by to ask how the food was. Had to flag down other wait staff to get things we needed like refills on drinks. I can see why this place was more than half empty on a Sunday during brunch time. Just very lack luster. The second star is only for the truffle deviled eggs which were to die for.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №15

Rating: 1

The live jazz was enjoyable. The food was not. We both ordered the burger and ordered it medium. Both burgers came out well done and mine was missing some of the items I ordered to be on it. The burgers also came out with little to no sauce. If you venture out to this place do not get the burger. Even if cooked right, I dont think it would have been that good.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №16

Rating: 1

Overpriced basic food in a beautiful space. The jazz brunch is fun but the food is unremarkable and not worth the money they charge.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №17

Rating: 1

It s a cute place, but the food is bad, pancakes are awful, the ambience is good, service is slow, and it s expensive. Won t be back

Date: 3 months ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №19

Rating: 3

This is a hotel restaurant - we were not aware. They seemed to have low staff for the amount of patrons so service was slow but they were friendly and pleasant. The food was ok but we were expecting more flavor. Tuna poke bowl, caprese panini and hummus. Nothing was bad just very average and did not meet our expectations. Very nice location in downtown Dallas and very walkable.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №20

Rating: 4

Date: 4 months ago

Review №21

Rating: 3

Date: 4 months ago

Review №22

Rating: 4

Had the Benedict Bowl and Croffle. The bacon was overly smoked. Service was ok, we had to wait a bit on the waiter to come back, but we were the second table there, so it wasnt busy.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №23

Rating: 3

The overall look both interior/exterior was appealing but the food left a lot to be desired. I ordered the Pork Milanese which basically tasted like it had been breaded & poorly fried...no salt/pepper or seasoning of any kind, very bland. The accompanying tri-color salad was the same, no kind of dressing whatsoever. I had to ask for something so that I could get it down so our server brought me some type of Balsamic dressing that was as thick as BBQ sauce but at least it helped b/c I was determined to finish this overpriced unimpressive meal. My cocktail was tasty w/a decent amount of alcohol so that saved the meal along w/some rolls that one of my other friends shared w/the table. All in all, Im not motivated to return so I doubt that Ill give it another try. I work too hard for my money to just waste it on dull food. I must say our server Sydney was superb His attentiveness & customer service saved it from being a completely disappointing dining experience. My intent is not to be rude, just honest.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №24

Rating: 4

Wait staff was not very attentive at all took over half an hour to get drinks and it wasn t even packed. Had to check with them about our food coming out and had to get up to find somebody to pay my bill.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №25

Rating: 1

Im a guest at the hotel and cant even get in to eat terrible

Date: 4 months ago

Review №26

Rating: 3

The bartender, short with no hair, hurriedly poured the bottle of beer I ordered into a glass, causing it to foam, overflow and spill onto the counter. Great, I paid for 12 ounces, and this idiot bartender effectively handed me 10! It was late on a Friday night and the place was slow, so there was no reason for him to rush.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №27

Rating: 4

Date: 4 months ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

Nice and clean. Good food. They are always fresh and never leftover. Staffs are friendly! Recommended

Date: 4 months ago

Review №29

Rating: 1

Should have know that there would be a problem when the only waiter had to seat. No hostess. Waited 45 minutes for food and finally left. Very disappointed

Date: 4 months ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

Ellies is always a pleasant experience!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №31

Rating: 4

Date: 5 months ago

Review №32

Rating: 5

Excellent restaurant with fantastic food and great atmosphere. Would love to go back sometime soon!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №34

Rating: 1

For an exorbitant amount of money, we were served with a limp, lackluster dinner. The famous fries came out lukewarm, disappointing enough. Then the salad had a few whole lettuce leaves, a tiny drop of dressing (literally one small drop) and one, count em, little anchovy. The shrimp were the kind you get at Sams, no texture or taste, with no improvement with cooking, pale and insipid. Hard to throw away your money on such low quality. Luckily, the ambiance and show helped alleviate a little of the sting.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №35

Rating: 5

Food was great.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №36

Rating: 5

So good that we came back too days in a row. And Sidney was superb. His motto, we can make that happen.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №37

Rating: 4

Wife and I came here for Brunch. Food was good, atmosphere and scenery inside was great as well. Food

Date: 5 months ago

Review №38

Rating: 3

Atmosphere and service was good (although we didn t receive everythingwe ordered). Food was lukewarm and overpriced. Glad I went but probably wont be back.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №39

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №40

Rating: 2

Great patio, ambiance. Good service. Mediocre, at best, food. Definitely not worth the price. Depth of flavor lacking in all dishes. Green goddess dip was bland. Zucchini fritter s were nothing special. Shrimp fettuccine was like something you d find at Cheesecake Factory, or any other chain restaurant. Expected more for the price.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №41

Rating: 1

I had a reservation for Easter Brunch on March 31st. I was charged $75 to book the reservation more than two weeks ago. The amount was not taken off the bill, and i was told by the staff the amount would be refunded. I understand this is not immediate and waited a few days. I called three consecutive days and was told the manager was busy, in a meeting, or will call back by end of the night. I cannot even get a return call or find someone in the restaurant to refund the charge. I followed up with an email on April 7th and there is still no resolution. There are many other options in the city to choose for special occasions with better food and don t require their customers to call three days in a row for something as simple as returning a charge to secure a reservation.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №42

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

I came here to get breakfast. It was amazing and the servers were very friendly. Definitely worth the wait.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №44

Rating: 1

I called Ellies three times in order to speak to a manager who told me during Sunday brunch on March 31st, that the charge to my card would be returned. I was charged on March 3rd $50 to book a reservation with Ellies. The customer experience of having to contact the restaurant multiple times with no follow up after being told the manager would contact me is unacceptable. I have provide the screenshot of the charge. The charge says this would come off the bill, but it never did. Essentially my party paid double $79.03 PLUS THE $50 CHARGE JUST TO BOOK for a very mid brunch. DO NOT EAT HERE!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

First time coming here for brunch. Plan to return very soon!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №46

Rating: 3

Our experience ended up being disappointing. The service was so slow that had to leave our meal unfinished to get to the theater on time. Our waiter asked about the time of our show and we allotted 2 hours to dine and still we had to leave a very expensive dinner half finished. Food was great, we just left feeling disappointed.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №47

Rating: 5

This spot is in the Hall Arts Hotel. Located in the Dallas Arts district. Ellies pays homage to Craig Halls mother, Ellie, a trailblazer for womens rights and a passionate advocate for art. Ellies Terrace provides a picturesque cocktail setting overlooking the Texas Sculpture Walk and a captivating James Welling mural. We had the cheese board, artichoke ravioli, tuna tartare and radicchio salad. Everything was superb. This spot shimmers and sparkles! Loved it!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №48

Rating: 4

The servers and hostess were some of the greatest people I ve met since visiting Dallas! The atmosphere is calming and elegant, and scenery is beautiful. The food options were nice as well. I had several meals here, but breakfast was my favorite! However the sweet potatoes fries were really burnt. And I m not sure why, but the interactions with the shorter/older bartender were not as great as the interactions that he had with others around me. I can t quite put my finger on why but it felt very noticeable. He wasn t rude and he was polite but it felt colder and shorter towards me. I m very polite and kind of quiet so I don t believe it was anything that I could ve done. The taller/younger bartender did great making me feel welcomed for dinner. I would recommend this establishment.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №49

Rating: 5

Bartender Chris was the highlight of my trip to Dallas. Great food, conversation, and the best polenta Ive had. Thanks for everything that you do!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

I had an incredible birthday celebration at Ellies Restaurant and Lounge in Dallas! The ambiance was perfect, creating a festive atmosphere for my special day. The staff, especially the director of food and beverage, went above and beyond to make our experience unforgettable. Not only was the service impeccable, but we were also pleasantly surprised when a delightful array of desserts arrived at our table, compliments of the house. Each dessert was a taste sensation, reflecting the chefs creativity and skill. The gesture truly enhanced our celebration, making it even more memorable. The attention to detail, exceptional service, and delectable cuisine showcased Ellies dedication to customer satisfaction. I highly recommend Ellies Restaurant and Lounge to anyone looking for an extraordinary dining experience. Thank you for making my birthday celebration truly magical! Parking: When you validate your ticket valet is only $5 which surprised me!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №51

Rating: 5

Lets start from the call for the reservation. Service for that was top notch for sure very accommodating. I found out they have a valet thats only $5 if youre eating at the restaurant or I believe, staying at the hotel. We went on a Sunday for brunch for my sisters birthday. The staff from the time we arrived were very professional, and accommodating. Our waitress at first was a little bit more reserved initially ,however very accommodating. As time went on she became more personable we loved her. Management was clearly on the ball to accommodate all the guests around us. The jazz band was amazing, the atmosphere amazing, the artwork amazing, the bathrooms amazing, food very good. Great choices for all food preferences. I dont eat meat and the vegan burger was fantastic along with the sweet potato fries. The only thing I would say regarding one dish we ordered was, the butternut squash soup. It was great, but just a little bit spicier than wed hope. ( They do call it spicy butternut squash soup lol)Our server said it wasnt that spicy.lol We sent it back and they removed it no problem. All in all the four of us had a wonderful time it was a great experience, we will be back again and again!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №52

Rating: 4

Date: 7 months ago

Review №53

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №54

Rating: 5

We came for a special event, and left full from more than food. The food is amazing; beautiful presentation, cooked to perfection, and interesting flavor pairings. The entire staff at this restaurant and hotel are polite, on-point, and go above and beyond. There is a high energy vibe throughout the full restaurant and bar, and yet one is able to slip away and connect to or reflect on one of the many contempory pieces of art on display. Parking: I highly recommend the valet parking. If you have your ticket validated before you leave, its $5. Cash, Venmo, or CashApp only. ATM on site. Wheelchair accessibility: Between valet and doorperson, one wont have any issue at the door. Smooth flooring, elevator, ramps, and bistro tables and chairs, and generous space.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №55

Rating: 5

Always fun before show!

Date: 7 months ago

Review №56

Rating: 5

This is the most elaborate place ever and staff are so friendly. The food...CHEFS KISS. Try their coffee with the caramel they put in a cute lil glass with honey, so smooth.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №57

Rating: 5

I really enjoy Ellies restaurant and bar! They have beautiful art everywhere.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №58

Rating: 3

We came here for valentines day. There was a great atmosphere due to the musician but took off a point for the host who was rude. We were originally seated right by the bar, who was filled by loud people tonight, so we asked if it were possible to be seated a little further from them to which the male host said give me a moment. and walked away. as he was about to walk away, i asked sorry, should we follow you? and he just firmly repeated himself give me a moment . I understand if youre busy, but to have an attitude with me in front of my date on a special occasion was very inconsiderate and just a mood ruiner! My fiancé and I moved past it though and had a great server named chelsea. She was very kind! Our food however took literally an hour to get to us. We were starving by the time it came out. We would not spend another special occasion here again.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №59

Rating: 5

had a great weekday breakfast. we were staying at a different hotel, but found this spot online and decided to try it out. had a great atmosphere, amazing food, and amazing service.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

Everything is great, except the long wait for the food.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №61

Rating: 3

Date: 7 months ago

Review №62

Rating: 2

My daughter arranged for my surprise birthday brunch last week with my closest girlfriends. The food was tasty for the most part however, the portions could increase in comparison to the price point. The low rating of stars comes from the fact that I was gifted several To-go dessert options for my birthday. That was really nice but by the time I went back to nipple on the dessert later that evening, the STRAWBERRIES on top of the chocolate dessert had COMPLETELY MOLDED!!!! I was shocked, disgusted and disappointed... My desserts went from the refrigerator to the trash. Not Cool!

Date: 7 months ago

Review №63

Rating: 5

Very good drinks and fantastic ambience

Date: 8 months ago

Review №64

Rating: 5

My friend and I had a wonderful evening at Ellie s. We sat at the bar, and had the pleasure of being served by Christopher, who offered superlative service. The GM, Brandon, is an absolute delight, and he s so dialed in to his customers, his team, and their experience. And if you re lucky, you can get Ariel at the bar also. She is AMAZING!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №65

Rating: 3

Avoid Ellie s fries - cold, worse than fast food, yuck. Ravioli was excellent. Shrimp was bland with no seasoning. Steak, salmon and bread pudding were excellent. Our server was apathetic. In general very over-priced.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №66

Rating: 5

Food was great! Scott was great!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №67

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №68

Rating: 5

Great service and the food was even better! The live music was excellent. I highly recommend the Brussels sprouts and the hamachi. A perfect place to eat before going to the opera house with only a 2 minute walk. Parking: $15 to park in the garage. You have to walk out of the parking building and go into the hotel building next door to get the the restaurant.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

The atmosphere is beautiful, live music adds to the experience. Scott was our server and he was great! Informative of the menu and drinks, friendly and professional.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №70

Rating: 3

This restaurant was not very busy but it took a remarkable amount of time to get our food. The waitress was very kind but forgot several things we ordered and requested. Everything was prepared nicely but my open faced omelette and potatoes were on the smaller size. It was more like a small appetizer instead of a meal. This was a nice outing but for the amount of food that I received this would not be a place on my return visit list. My friend ordered the hamburger and it was huge and the portion of French fries was glorious! This is a meal worth ordering as a matter of fact, her plate made me jealous.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №71

Rating: 5

Fantastic cup of coffee. The eggs Benedict bowl was great, banana bread, and avocado hippie toast was also good.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №72

Rating: 2

One would expect when you go to one of the alleged best restaurants in Dallas, you would have a singular experience. The experience was singular alright, singularly poor and disappointing. This was our Christmas party which everyone was in holiday mode. It started with the waitress who when asked if the salmon was wild-caught, she answered an affirmative yes, only to come back our table to inform us it was not. Then it went downhill from there as did our trust in her recommendations. She was inattentive and we had to flag her whenever we needed something( which was more often than needed to be). Then my main course roasted duck came. It was tough, and had a funny taste, almost inedible. The ribs were pretty mediocre, as was the salad. And the whole meal for our party was very expensive and frankly overpriced. I felt a little cheated like we were paying for the view of the art( which admittedly was beautiful) with a meal thrown in as an afterthought. Online research shows Ellie s to be one of the top restaurants in Dallas. This is simply not true. I felt quite deceived. For the service and food, I d rate it 1 star. For the ambiance-5 stars.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №73

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №74

Rating: 1

Whoever the manager was nice and really kind. Yet, except that all others were pretty bad. Visited today which is Christmas. Ordered for the medium patty, but came out with well-done patty. This was already after 30 mins I ordered, so I didnt ask anything new bc I was hungry and didnt want to wait another for a new burger. The server stopped by my table only one time and she was busy with other tables. As I am Asian, I felt this was very racism. She was busy with all other American tables. Thanks to Ellies for ruining my 2023 Christmas. If you are Asian, do not visit here.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №75

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №76

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №77

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №78

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №79

Rating: 5

This place was everything!! Loved the food and most importantly the service! Glen was by far the best waiter I have ever had and made the night that much more lovely!

Date: 9 months ago

Review №80

Rating: 5

Second year in a row dining here after the symphony and now it s become tradition. Elegant, peaceful atmosphere with thoughtful food choices that are prepared creatively. Nothing too greasy or heavy here. Charming, accommodating staff.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №81

Rating: 5

Great service, food and atmosphere!

Date: 9 months ago

Review №82

Rating: 2

Such a disappointment. After nearly an hour, only two of four entreees came out. Five minutes later, a third entree arrived -- a burger that clearly had been sitting under warming lights for a while. (It would have been sent back had we not been pressed for time.) The fourth entree didnt arrive as the server had neglected to put in the order. They scrambled and brought out that order. (We were not charged for that entree.) No servers stopped to fill water glasses, offer more coffee, or clear plates. A conversation with the manager yielded a lot of excuses but no apologies. Skip Ellies. There are plenty of other choices in the theater district.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №83

Rating: 5

Friends and family for a birthday. Our server was Diana. She greeted us very professionally and with a big smile ha knowledge of the food was amazing. She recommend a great for the table. Was impressed that she did ask if any of us had any allergies that she should be aware of because I do, and most places do not ask. She made sure that the kitchen were aware of that and that made my day so thank you for your service we will be back.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №84

Rating: 5

Great spot before seeing a show downtown!

Date: 9 months ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

I had the Croffle with a side of eggs it was delicious. Sorry no pic of the food I was too hungry.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

Good food. GREAT SERVICE

Date: 9 months ago

Review №87

Rating: 5

The steak was great. The wife enjoyed the short ribs. Drinks were good. Definitely will be back if Im ever in the area.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №88

Rating: 5

The best service and food in town! Sidney was our server and was absolutely amazing! The food was super tasty and we will definitely be back!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №89

Rating: 5

Delicious food, super attentive service, and a very cute restaurant! During my stay in Dallas I visited Ellies for lunch and dinner, both were excellent experiences.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №90

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №91

Rating: 5

Came for an Anniversary celebration

Date: 10 months ago

Review №92

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №94

Rating: 4

Food was delicious. Would have preferred more water refills without asking, but the wine pairing suggestions are perfect. They have a nice outdoor seating area - indoor looked nice as well, but the musician playing was a bit loud to enjoy conversation. Convenient to the orchestra and other performance locations.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №95

Rating: 3

Ellies has a really nice atmosphere, and we went on a Friday so they had live music. The food was very bland, and our server was not very attentive. All in all, I dont believe I would try them again.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №96

Rating: 5

Im absolutely thrilled that I stumbled upon this place! Its not only budget-friendly but also exceptionally beautiful. My brunch experience was genuinely enjoyable. The ambiance was just right, and the interior design was truly remarkable. I must say, the standout dish for me was the potatoes I havent had potatoes that delicious in a long time. The service was top-notch, and I was equally impressed with the valet parking cost, a mere $5, which is fantastic.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №97

Rating: 2

Customer service was good but the food was subpar.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №98

Rating: 5

We were there for Opening Night at the Opera! Everything was delicious and the setting was very pretty.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №99

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №100

Rating: 4

Great service and atmosphere. Nice place to stop for quick apps and drinks on some midday vibes.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №101

Rating: 5

Amazing!!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №102

Rating: 3

The ambiance is absolutely beautiful. The food is just ok. The dinner was not flavorful at all and I went again for brunch and the omelette is just ok, but the crocks and lemon pancakes were delightful. It is arguably one of the most beautiful places in dallas which is why I have it 3 stars but the food is mediocre at best and not worth the price.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №103

Rating: 5

The food and the ambiance was wonderful and that is so rare for both to be on the same level of excellence. I would encourage anyone if they go there to just do valet instead of garage parking. It is inexpensive and so much easier than trying to find a park if you are not used to the city Dietary restrictions: It is the first thing they ask about when you sit down

Date: 11 months ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

Clean classy place. I love the ambiance. Food is average. Overall, it was a nice place to be. Service was good

Date: a year ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

Such a beautiful hidden gem! Went for dinner. The chefs special flatbread was amazing to share. Drinks were so colorful and complimentary birthday champagne was a nice surprise.

Date: a year ago

Review №107

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №108

Rating: 4

I checked them out this weekend. Pretty cool atmosphere, definitely a cool place to chill. Service left a lot to be desired. Food was tasty, great presentation, but it didnt reach my soul. Id give it a C+. Parking: Park in the garage across from the Meyerson. Its $15.

Date: a year ago

Review №109

Rating: 3

I ordered the Heirloom Tomato Salad, and to say it was a disappointment is an understatement. No where on the description did it mention lettuce, so I was expecting mostly tomatoes and cucumbers. What I received was a bowl of lettuce, 2 halved cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, burrata, miniscile dressing, and about 5 pita chips, no larger than nickels. I paid $10 extra for shrimp, so the total was $34 dollars for the worst salad I have had in my life. Horrible food.

Date: a year ago

Review №110

Rating: 5

I m in love with this spot. I wish I live in Dallas. It will be my new weekend brunch spot. They had me at the Arts and Ambience. My Burger was juicy and delish. Awesome and friendly staffs. I m telling all my friends in Dallas to check it out. We visited on a day they have Burgers at half price and we didn t even spend $40 for two. It s really affordable. I heard their Egg Benedict is to die for. Go early for Breakfast. Vegetarian options: They do have veggies options Parking: $5 an hour Lots of parking spot. Guest parking spot. Do remember to validate your ticket from where you go. Otherwise parking is $10 Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible.

Date: a year ago

Review №111

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №112

Rating: 5

I will definitely recommend this place. The service and ambiance is A1. The food was just ok for me. There isnt a lot to choose from on the menu so I settled on an omelet. I had a great dining experience and will visit again soon.

Date: a year ago

Review №113

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №114

Rating: 5

Reynel and Juan were amazing!! I love coming to Ellie s and seeing them here! They always surprise me with great tasty drinks and I will be here every weekend to see them :) ask reynel to surprise you and I promise you won t be disappointed!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №115

Rating: 5

Limited menu but everything was fantastic

Date: a year ago

Review №116

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №117

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №118

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №119

Rating: 5

Food was delicious and the service & atmosphere was impeccable. Would go again - 15/10! **I would totally recommend reservations and keeping a copy of the confirmation in case your reservation doesn t pull up in their system, like it did with mine.**

Date: a year ago

Review №120

Rating: 2

My boyfriend took my little sister and I here this past Sunday for brunch around 11:30am. Service was literally the server just asking us what we wanted and then drop off food after like 25 min of waiting for honestly pricy breakfast food that was not even hot to the touch and then to drop off the check. Not once where we asked if we needed anything else or if the food had came out to our liking. Not once. Place was not packed or understaffed. I got the breakfast sandwich and honestly nothing special. My little sister had the hash bowl and all she had to say was that at least the bacon was crunchy. My boyfriend had the burger and he thoroughly enjoyed it he said it was juicy and his fries were good. I personally would not come back here again especially after a $20 tip was added to my card without my consent. I always tip cash and at the least 20% because I know servers are not taxed on it. I contacted Ellie s on Tuesday letting them know about it and spoke to Bryan who said was the director of beverage and food and would get this fixed after I provided him with my check receipt number which is one of the main reasons I keep my receipts because I do not tip on my card. I was contacted on Wednesday afternoon by a server asking for my email which would reflect my updated receipt with the correct amount but I was not provided with an explanation to why that tip was added without my consent. Besides all this the art in the hotel was worth coming by and seeing.

Date: a year ago

Review №121

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №122

Rating: 5

Ellie s was a pleasant surprise! The food was great freshly prepared! I had sweet potato fries and a burger.

Date: a year ago

Review №123

Rating: 2

Sat at the bar. Bartender was friendly and provided great service. Food was very slow. 45 minutes after ordering I was told they were out of the salmon I ordered. Also out of the branzino. So no fish. I switched to the chicken, which was dry and overcooked, and took another 45 minutes to arrive. Came with gnocchi that was also dry. So, nice bar. Skip the food.

Date: a year ago

Review №124

Rating: 4

Good brunch

Date: a year ago

Review №125

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №126

Rating: 5

Wonderful experience!

Date: a year ago

Review №127

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №128

Rating: 5

I have been here twice now and have had amazing experiences both times! The first time I visited as for a Sunday brunch around Christmas time. There was a 3 piece live jazz band and the apple cider mimosas were phenomenal! They also have a mezcal sour made with pinapple, lemon, agave and egg whites which I highly recommend! The second time was for lunch this past week, and the experience was amazing. I had the Sonoma Chicken Sandwich which included grilled chicken, fire roasted peppers, mango, and chimichurri on an herb ciabatta. I will definitely be ordering it again!! I also look forward to returning soon so I can try their sweet and sour tamarind chicken, lemon & English pea risotto, and sweet corn & marjoram ravioli!!!! Aside from the amazing food and drinks, the atmosphere, lighting and ambiance during the daytime is absolutely gorgeous! I even noticed that their patio was slightly shaded and had air conditioning as well. I can t wait to bring more people back!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №129

Rating: 5

Come on now, @elliesdallas_ ! I have no idea what this fruity mocktail is but it sure was GOODT! When you go there - ask for the good fruity mocktail with the gold looking lemon! Also, those lemon ricotta pancakes, eggs, breakfast potatoes, and chicken sausage were AMAZING. WHEW.

Date: a year ago

Review №130

Rating: 1

Sat so long without being served, not even a drink. Finally got up and left. The place had no other customers at the time. Worst experience to date. Food : 1/5

Date: a year ago

Review №131

Rating: 3

Expensive food that s okay at best. That s Dallas though.

Date: a year ago

Review №132

Rating: 5

This was the crowned jewel of our trip. We did a wine tasting brunch and we couldn t have been happier. One word Ambiance! Food was unique, fresh, & delicious. The live soft music was the cherry on top. The staff was outstanding and friendly. 10 out of 10. 5 stars all day Elegant, charming, & delicious experience.They even had a very talented artist doing drawings. We loved the rosé wines that were chosen for the event. We all can t wait to go back. If you want a memorable meal with loved ones, this is it. Vegetarian options: Delicious vegetarian options Parking: Up front and fast valet parking

Date: a year ago

Review №133

Rating: 5

I would like to give 10 stars to this place if I could!! They accommodated what was a last minute early 50th birthday brunch for about 18 ladies on yesterday! The management and staff were amazing. The food and drinks were delicious, too! The Sunday brunch vibe was relaxing and soothing with the jazz band, and I loved the setup. Can t say enough wonderful things about this place, will definitely be back! Parking: Valet parking was very convenient!!

Date: a year ago

Review №134

Rating: 4

Gentleman named Kevin I believe hes a manager of some sorts awesome dude very friendly!!! And another gentleman from the kitchen little bit longer hair named David very friendly very nice. These two made the experience worth while. I would most definitely steal these two employees if I had a restaurant....

Date: a year ago

Review №135

Rating: 5

Great service and excellent drinks. Food is also delicious and a very laid-back back atmosphere.

Date: a year ago

Review №136

Rating: 4

I ordered waffle short stack, two scrambled eggs, and a mimosa. The waffles were cold, wasnt served with butter and waited for a while to even receive the butter which made waffles more cold. The atmosphere was nice, and its not a spot I would recommend or go back to. Parking: Parking attendees didnt say if you get ticket validated, itll cost $5 instead of $20. They only accepted cash and venmo, and I didnt have either. I made several calls to help me pay. My cousin, who I joined came to my rescue and them they said I could go ahead. I stood in the heat for a while, Im grateful but wishing they wouldnt have allowed me to go through all of that.

Date: a year ago

Review №137

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №138

Rating: 4

Solid 4/5 . I went for lunch on a weekday and it pretty empty . We had good service . Food was good but not memorable ..

Date: a year ago

Review №139

Rating: 5

Amazing seasonal drink :Flora tini. Brian was a fun bartender. Loved burger and charcuterie!

Date: a year ago

Review №140

Rating: 5

Had a very quiet and relaxing breakfast on Saturday. The coffee was excellent. They did not have soy as a milk alternative but had almond and oat. The server was attentive and friendly. Eggs were cooked pretty close to what I ordered. The pancakes were great too. The bacon was crispy and the breakfast potatoes were delicious. If you can, stop by and get a quality breakfast even if you dont stay at the hotel.

Date: a year ago

Review №141

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №142

Rating: 1

I ordered a simple $16 cheeseburger. It was dry and tasteless. The meat was overcooked. It was size of a childrens burger at McDonalds. The fries were from a frozen bag. If your paying so much, the quality should better. My wife ordered a croquet monsier.. the bread was soggy. The egg was undercooked. We waited over 30 minutes for overpriced food.

Date: a year ago

Review №143

Rating: 5

Great place to enjoy time with friends, clients, family... The staff and food were outstanding. Highly recommend the salmon and the chocolate cake!

Date: a year ago

Review №144

Rating: 1

We went last night for our 10 year anniversary dinner with high expectations. Drinks were good. The Isreali Brik Cigars were delicious. The charcuterie board was.....meh. Unfortunately, our entrees were....terrible. My husband got the gnocchi with pesto. Ive never seen gnocchi served that way. ..like they were going for halfway deconstructed, but just ended up missing the mark with a cold dollop of pesto off to the side. I got the scallops. They were poorly cooked, and the cabbage/bacon/cream stuff was not good at all. The cabbage was SWIMMING in lukewarm cream sauce and I ended up leaving half of the scallops and most of everything else on the plate. The trout roe also didnt quite taste right and there was WAY too much. Did not want to make a fuss at the time as service was moderately slow, we had been there for a while, and we had other plans for the evening, so we just skipped dessert, paid and left.

Date: a year ago

Review №145

Rating: 1

I hate to leave a bad review anywhere, but this has to be the worst meal I ve eaten in Dallas service was so painstakingly slow it took 1 1/2 to get our food and the food was absolutely horrible. Do not get the Gnocchi. Woof.

Date: a year ago

Review №146

Rating: 3

Ellie s got off to a great start. Great atmosphere. Lovely, friendly, accommodating staff could not have been nicer. Loved the pork bao buns, charcuterie, mushroom soup and salads but the entrées were uniformly disappointing. Pricey ribeye with foie gras ordered rare turned out to be a gristley , thin piece of shoe leather cooked medium. Lamb was average, chicken was dry. and my wife left her scallops. The atmosphere and staff made it an enjoyable evening, but unfortunately, we won t be back.

Date: a year ago

Review №147

Rating: 5

We visited this super cool restaurant with family, definitely more of an upscale dining experience. The restaurant is in the arts district and part of it is a rooftop outside, very private feel as it wasnt very crowded. They give you plenty of heaters if it gets cold and the service was very good! Appetizers and meals are generous portions. I would recommend the cigar type eggroll for an appetizer. For dinner we loved the filet mignon and the scallop dish was one of the best Ive had. Highly recommend this place if you want a nice dinner that isnt right next to the downtown crowd.

Date: a year ago

Review №148

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №149

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №150

Rating: 2

We had brunch here, and unfortunately, my experience was far from satisfactory. The service was severely lacking. Three of us ordered coffee, the waitress brought coffee for two of my friends, and when I asked if she was bringing coffee for me as well (just to double-check if she has noticed my order as she was not writing down anything), she replied with a rude remark, saying that she only had two hands!!! I was disappointed by the unprofessional behavior of the staff. The food was just acceptable, nothing extraordinary. Overall, I would not recommend this restaurant based on my experience.

Date: a year ago

Review №151

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №152

Rating: 5

Awesome experience. Food was excellent service all around fantastic time will return and recommend

Date: a year ago

Review №153

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №154

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №155

Rating: 5

Loved the whole experience here from beginning to end and yesenia our waiter was so attentively with all our needs through our meal. We were a party of 5 at 9am.

Date: a year ago

Review №156

Rating: 5

Nice atmosphere and great service with food. We came 10pm on Friday. After our long journey, we decided have dinner at the hotel where we are staying. It was super good than I expected! We had bruschetta board, salmon, fillet mignon and ribeye steak. Everything was good but ribeye steak was top notch. Juicy and soft. Melting in the mouth. It came with grilled roots salad and basil pesto. So fresh and good. Salmon was okay but it came with grilled lobster pieces which was amazing. Staff were nice and very attentive. I also tried breakfast couple of times while I m staying at the hotel. I recommend lemon ricotta pancakes.

Date: a year ago

Review №157

Rating: 5

We went for brunch before our performance at the Winspear Opera House across the street. This hotel is beautiful. Ellies Restaurant and Lounge is gorgeous. Live music, base, piano and trumpet played beautiful music the entire time we were there. The art in and around this hotel is worth visiting.

Date: a year ago

Review №158

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №159

Rating: 5

Great place and always awesome staff.

Date: a year ago

Review №160

Rating: 5

Great atmosphere and amazing food. The cocktails and gnocchi were super tasty and our waitress Andrea was the cherry on top of a great experience.

Date: a year ago

Review №161

Rating: 4

Great place to go either before or after a performance at Meyerson Symphony Hall or the Winspear Opera Hall

Date: a year ago

Review №162

Rating: 5

Really nice ambiance,atmosphere and good service.

Date: a year ago

Review №163

Rating: 4

I simply love all the light pouring through the floor to ceiling windows here intersecting with the wonderful modern art. Prices are moderate and food varies. Wonderful Cesar salad and I have always liked the lemon ricotta pancakes.

Date: a year ago

Review №164

Rating: 1

Our Valentine s dinner at Ellie s was a horrible experience! Being health conscious my husband and I avoid red meat so we ordered Shepherd s Chicken Pie from their limited Valentine s menu. What we got was pieces of stale (probably leftover from days before) topped with the most disgusting mashed potato (with an artificial taste). We returned home with upset stomach and feeling queasy all night long. If Google allowed a more objective scoring system we would have selected -10 for Ellie s. We will not step into this restaurant ever again and warn all of our family and friends about it!

Date: a year ago

Review №165

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №166

Rating: 5

Great breakfast. It is quiet and not busy. Excellent and friendly service. The food is presented well and tasted excellent.

Date: a year ago

Review №167

Rating: 5

Wonderful Brunch and great jazz trio!

Date: a year ago

Review №168

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №169

Rating: 4

Great bar great service. The bartender was super attentive and she even gave a couple samples just to gauge my taste. Im not into wine but she suggested two and let me try them before ordering.. i eventually chose the sidecare and old fashioned but Ill definitely be back just for her...her name is Angle (i think). . But either way her conversation with the drinks and suggestions makes this a place somewhere Ill definitely be back to when im in town.

Date: a year ago

Review №170

Rating: 5

All good

Date: a year ago

Review №171

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №172

Rating: 5

Beautiful atmosphere and art. Great views of downtown. Relaxing place!

Date: a year ago

Review №173

Rating: 5

Wow This Place Is Beautiful.

Date: a year ago

Review №174

Rating: 5

EAT HERE. Having 20+ years kitchen experience in Kansas City I consider the fare in Mesquite subpar to be kind. Ellie s blew me away! The space, menu, food and service beyond reproach. Of the 30 places I ve eaten in the short time I ve lived here, it is the only one I will actively seek to dine at so far. I just needed to leave Mesquite.

Date: a year ago

Review №175

Rating: 2

Very ho-hum, 5 star pricing for 3 star quality. Go to any other place around ATT performing arts center for a better experience.

Date: a year ago

Review №176

Rating: 5

The restaurant was impeccable. The server was fantastic, the food was beyond delicious,and the service was above and beyond. I highly recommend a visit to the bar, the drinks are delightful. Vegetarian options: Several vegetarian options on the menu. Dietary restrictions: Several gluten free and vegetarian options

Date: a year ago

Review №177

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №178

Rating: 5

Celebrated dads birthday here and it was 2nd to none! This hotel and restaurant is elegant and beautiful down to all the minute details. The art is beautiful as you walk in the main entrance. Marvin at front desk was so nice. Walked up the stairs to Ellies Restaurant and had a couple drinks and apps in the lounge. It was sleek and modern, yet very comfortable. Noah was our service and he was stellar. Very knowledgeable and great personality. The flow of the meal was perfect. 1st things first, it would be a crime if I didnt tell you about the duck confit tostadas. It will be the best thing youve eaten in awhile! All the other dishes and entrees were incredible and the thought and quality that went into the food was very thought provoking and it was executed perfectly! Highly recommend. Cant wait to go back!

Date: a year ago

Review №179

Rating: 5

Went to a candle light concert there . Nice atmosphere

Date: a year ago

Review №180

Rating: 4

Generally a good experience, the food was good but not impressive. You are paying for the ambiance/area. This is inside a hotel with valet and doormen. Very secure and convenient to the opera house and symphony center.

Date: a year ago

Review №181

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №182

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №183

Rating: 5

It is a charming place, supremely well organized and decorated. Cleanliness is evident in all places, including the bathrooms. Calm music to liven up a birthday dinner with family and friends. The food is delicious, although a bit expensive for the quantity. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * It is a charming place, supremely well organized and decorated. Cleanliness is evident in all places, including the bathrooms. Calm music to liven up a birthday dinner with family and friends. The food is delicious, although a little expensive for the quantity.

Date: a year ago

Review №184

Rating: 5

If you are looking for somewhere VERY nice, this place is very elegant & laid back & beautiful!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №185

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №186

Rating: 5

Cute spot and staff is so nice

Date: a year ago

Review №187

Rating: 1

I went by around the time the hotel first opened for happy hour and hadn t been back until today since I ve been working remotely. Now that I live near my workplace next to the hotel, I thought I d check out one of their weekday events in the hopes of making it a go-to spot. The event was advertised as including complimentary champagne and lite bites. I reserved nearly a month ago. The experience today was full of false advertisements, awkward glances by the staff, and incorrect checks. First, I showed up at 5:30 since that was the time advertised on the Ellie s website, but the reservation link apparently marked me for 6:30PM. The hostess first told my guest and me to stand by the busy bar to wait for the event, but then she said the event would be held outside. She finally sat us at a table but provided confusing information about the event. Our server was nice and attentive, confirming the event would be inside and later confirming the event would include complimentary bites and champagne. We ordered drinks, which was an ordeal of its own since the menu was different online, and waited for the event. Once it started, you could hardly hear anything from the speaker since most of the guests in the lounge were clearly not there for the event. A drink also had to be returned since it was far from what was ordered. We closed our tab one hour later after having received nothing complimentary except a check that did not include that half off happy hour prices. I want to reiterate that our server was friendly, but clearly there is an issue with trust and delivery of service at this establishment. I can t say that I ll never go back, but it certainly will not be a place I consider with my colleagues. I still overtipped at over 30%, but I wish I could ve had an experience worthy of tipping more and worthy of making this a short evening walk from the office. Parking: No easy parking.

Date: a year ago

Review №188

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №189

Rating: 5

Had a great brunch. Live music and craft cocktails in one of the most beautiful buildings in Dallas. And the food was fantastic. Vegetarian options: The shakshuka at brunch is to die for. No meat whatsoever, but hot and very filling. Dietary restrictions: Menu is clearly marked for our gluten intolerant/vegetarian friends.

Date: a year ago

Review №190

Rating: 1

The worst service I ve ever experienced. ): I took my bestfriend here for her birthday, our waiter never came to our table - we had to ask 5 different people for refills and then our order came out as different entries- we had to wait more time and mine came out ice cold. We didn t complain at all to the waiters. They knew our service was so bad that they came and said it was comped sadly it was a very bad experience for us I was so disappointed because I wanted to make her day special. Basically we did not have a server or waiter the entire time. Our order was put in wrong and to top it all off the food was disappointing and cold.

Date: a year ago

Review №191

Rating: 5

Great food, great music and good service. We had the duck, Brussels sprouts and short rib tacos. We re very happy with our meal and desert. Great live music performance and nice atmosphere.

Date: a year ago

Review №192

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №193

Rating: 5

Fabulous food & drinks, beautifully presented & absolutely delicious. Great location, great atmosphere, great vibe. Highly recommend!

Date: a year ago

Review №194

Rating: 5

Beautiful ambience. Went there for brunch. Ordered shakshuka and Ellies burger (without bacon and substituted with avocado). The food was good. Although I enjoyed the burger a lot more. Enjoyed the live music as well.

Date: a year ago

Review №195

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №196

Rating: 5

Adam was extremely nice l asked for no alcohol, pink and cute drink and and he got me mocktail better than l expected. Ask for him and you will have the best service.

Date: a year ago

Review №197

Rating: 5

Nice relaxing atmosphere with really good food and friendly staff

Date: a year ago

Review №198

Rating: 4

Had Sunday brunch here for my birthday and it was such a lovely experience! Went with a party of 8 girls, and the staff was so friendly. They even offered me a free desert for my birthday! If you are in the area, I highly recommend stopping in !

Date: a year ago

Review №199

Rating: 4

Bit pricey for an omelet but its a hotel restaurant. Local friends took me and it was quite on a Saturday and so we could talk and visit.

Date: a year ago

Review №200

Rating: 5

Absolutely love Ellie s! I had my birthday there with a party of 10 and the took great care of us, my girl and I got the chimichurri steak and risotto. Andrea was our server and she was so kind and accommodating, I recommend going later in the afternoon or evening because they usually have someone playing piano. The setting in Ellie s is also amazing they have some of the best decor I have seen around Dallas?!

Date: 2 years ago