Cafe Elena - Columbus

Wonderful place for Breakfast or Lunch. When friends are in town and they want a great place for brunch, I always recommend this place. The servers are very knowledgeable on the extensive menu, but it really doesn't matter which item you order as each item that I have selected has been fantastic.

I love the atmosphere and music here, and service is great! I found the California skillet to be a bit too rosemary-heavy, I would recommend chopping the rosemary smaller, and the nuts in there felt a bit odd to me. I love the lemon blueberry pancake!! The pancake tastes soft and slightly chewy, just how you would like them. The ricotta buttercream on top is excellent as well as the lemon and blueberries. I got another dish, scrambled eggs, home fries and bacon. I liked the eggs and home fries, bacon was coated in sugar and was too sweet for my taste. Maybe those who like candied bacon would enjoy it. Overall, I like the vibe of this restaurant!

The staff here is very friendly and helpful. I absolutely loved the eggs Benedict with salmon and their signature berry crepes! I would definitely return! The menu has many other delicious items that I’d like to try as well!

I tried the Netherlands breakfast, and it was delicious, with the addition of coconut milk being a particularly nice touch! The others at my table were also satisfied, with one remarking that their dish looked even better than the photo on the menu. The Russian Grandma dish is quite generous, so come hungry if you plan to order that—I remember being surprised when the third plate arrived, thinking, “Wait, there’s MORE?” If there’s one area that could use improvement, it’s the service, as they are clearly understaffed. However, the staff do their best, zipping around and trying to manage a busy dining room. Be prepared to be a bit patient. I also found the music to be a bit too loud for my liking. Overall, this place is a solid choice for those who enjoy traditional options as well as those looking to try something a bit different now and then. Vegetarian options: There are plenty of vegetarian choices, along with a couple of vegan options available as well.

Went here for breakfast and absolutely loved it! The interior is very charming and the food is equally impressive. My boyfriend and I spent a long time mulling over the options since everything looked so good. He got the Nutella crepes and I got the the chicken power bowl. Will absolutely be coming back again!