Elena's Greek Armenian Restaurant

Where Greek Meets Armenian and Your Funny

Stepped into Elena's, a place where the plates are stacked with history and the moussaka comes with a side of mirth. This isn't just a mix of Greek and Armenian flavors; it's a fusion of feasts and funnies that's been going strong since 1976!

In the heart of Glendale stands this culinary colosseum, where the 'Opa!' is as loud as the laughter and the dolma is rolled tighter than a stand-up's routine. The hummus? So creamy, I suspect the chickpeas were soaked in comedy central specials.

I half expected the kebabs to start a comedy roast of their own, but they were too busy being delicious. Instead, the baklava delivered the punchline, layer upon layer of sweet, flaky delectability that had me chuckling all the way to the last bite.

It's the kind of place where you walk in hungry for a gyro and leave full of yiros (that's Greek for jokes, trust me). Whether you're Greek, Armenian, or just hilariously hungry, Elena's welcomes you with open arms and a menu that reads like a who's who of the Mediterranean comedy scene.

So pull up a chair, tuck that napkin into your shirt, and get ready for an evening where the feta is feted and every dish is a zesty zinger. At Elena's, they've been serving up smiles as consistently as their signature dishes for over four decades - now that's what I call a recipe for success!

Been coming here for years. Even during Covid I would drive out to Glendale to pick up take out. The food is always good. The portions healthy size and you get a choice of soup or salad with a kebab plate. Authentic and homemade. Lentil soup is great, too.

One of my favorites in Glendale. You might miss it on the street corner as it's very unassuming. Nothing fancy but patio like with windows that surround the space. It's across from a church where they also allow Elena's customers to park during the day.

Highly recommend.

We used to live in Los Feliz, near Elena's in the early 2000s, and would go all the time, but when we moved to East LA, it fell off the rotation. I'd assumed, incorrectly, that they probably closed at some point. But a friend who'd never been suggested we try it. I said - hey! I used to love Elena's!

So, I just went last weekend and the place is exactly the same (nicer tables and chairs but otherwise same). The older lady --who may be Elena herself-- is still there! And the quality of the food hasn't faltered at all. My vegetarian friend and I ordered the assorted dip appetizer, the grape leaves, and I got a beef kufta. All were excellent!

The dips are all top notch, the beef spiced and cooked perfectly, and I could eat 1,000 of those stuffed Sarma grape leaves. They seemed smaller than I remember and of course, prices have risen. Elena's quality is worth it, though. The servers were efficient, not super friendly but that's ok. The food being consistently good 20 years later is quite an achievement, through COVID and insane real estate prices. It's worth the trip!

Came here for lunch and although it's been a long time since I've been back, what is the same is the delicious quality food! Portions are big so between the two of us, had leftovers for another meal. The beef and lamb are tender, get the lentil soup as it's full of flavor. Parking is available across the street at the church. Service is quick and friendly!

Visited Elena's today and ordered a Greek chicken salad and cheese bouregs. The quality of everything was very good however very disappointed to see that my Greek salad did not have any olives and feta cheese inside it. I didn't expect a Greek salad to miss those two critical ingredients. I didn't know if that's how they made it here but after I just reviewed their menu online it clearly shows that a Greek salad comes with olives and feta cheese, don't know why my salad didn't come with it.

This is the best Kebab restaurant in Glendale and this is saying a lot because there is so many kebab restaurants in Glendale. The Chipotle hummus is the best hummus I have ever had. Five stars

The Glendale location is small and cozy, like you're at a family members home having a meal.
Which might mean you may come out of there smelling like the delicious food you just ate ‍
But the food is delicious! I made reservations on Yelp for a Saturday night dinner for 5 and the place was packed.
We were able to be seated and served in good time considering how full the place was.
The pickled cabbage is so good and fresh. They also serve pita bread and garlic spread for you on the table. We got some hummus to start and then for our food soon afterwards.
We got quail, chicken Lula and beef kabobs and lamb chops. Everything came out freshly made and tender and very delicious l.
Even though my husband's lamb chops were burned, they quickly made him another order and he was really able to enjoy the lamb.
Oh and the entire restaurant sang happy birthday to me at the request of Elena herself who was assisting her staff serve the restaurant patrons.
You won't be dissatisfied at Elena!

To start street parking only but no problem on the side street. You can make a reservation on yelp but you may want to try somewhere else. We were seated quickly and someone came to take the order right away. . We were served pita with a good garlic sauce and a pickled cabbage and turnips also good. We decided on humus which is serve without additional pita.

Our dinners were about twenty dollars they are served with rice onions roasted tomato and pepper You have your choice of lentil soup or a salad. I had the combo and chose 2 small lamp chops which had good flavor and chicken. Good seasoning but overcooked and dry. My wife had beef shawarma which dried out and tough perhaps a different item would have been better.

Our friend had lamb shish which he enjoyed

Warning extra bread and pickles are extra.

While Service was quick to take an order and food came promptly. There is no follow up to check if we'd like the food, or if we needed anything else. The positive side of this was, we were not interrupted in our conversations with our friends, and we're not rushed out of the restaurant. The waitress did seem to be bothered when we asked for more water and when I asked about dessert.

The bill can be paid electronically with the QR code and also by credit card. The restaurant can handle large groups as they have long tables they can be put together.

I'm not sure if I would come back because I felt Service could be better and the meats were a bit dry. They do have a following as there was a constant flow of people They do serve for pick up.

Best place for authentic Persian food
In Glendale! If you want to try the most authentic place this is it, stop looking!

Soo good and filling portions. Also fresh and warm. I ordered through uber eats and it arrived perfect.