Tomato Basque
A savory fusion of fresh tomatoes and vegetables simmered into a classic tomato bisque with a Spanish twist -basque style
Classic Caesar
Grilled caesar with no short-cuts. Romaine lettuce topped with a creamy house-made caesar dressing, grilled chicken, and house made croutons
Beet Salad with Goat Cheese
Colorful beet salad, tossed with arugula, mandarin orange, goat cheese crumbs, with our house-made orange Dijon dressing
Spanish Garlic Soup
Basque garlic soup with soft poached quail eggs and smoked paprika croutons
Gambas Al Ajillo
Fresh shrimp sauteed in garlic, white wine, lemon, butter and olive oil
Chipirones
Fried calamari with a side of our house aioli
Albondigas
Spanish meatballs served with our roasted red pepper romeseco sauce
Vieiras En Su Concha
Pan seared scallops in a white wine and garlic butter reduction - served on the half shell
Pimientos Al Padron
Blistered shishito peppers, topped with black sea salt
Setas De Cardo Imperiales
Sliced and sauteed King Trumpeter Mushrooms in white wine, lemon and garlic butter
Patatas Bravas
Roasted potatoes in salsa brava and quindio ailoi
Empanadas De Carne
Perfected over generations. Abuelita's original recipe - with a dash of the Caribbean
Caracoles De Borgona
Elia's favorite escargot recipe. A special blend of garlic, shallots and parsley butter
Tabla Iberica
Charcuterie board composed of some of Spain's most delectable produce. Made for sharing!
Tortilla Espanola
traditional Spanish omelet made with sauteed onions and pan fried potatoes
Datiles Rellenos
Hot honey bacon wrapped dates with goat and gourmet French cheese
Croquetas de Jamon
Authentic Spanish croquettes made with bechamel and serrano ham.
Chorizos a la Sidra
Spanish sausage bites cooked in cider
Paella Mixta
Spain's most iconic dish. Saffron bomba rice with a succulent combination of shrimp, mussels, clams, calamari, chicken, ham and sausage
Crocante De Nuez
Pecan encrusted chicken breast sauteed with white wine, atop a deliciously sweet fig sauce. Served with our chef's vegetables and creamy mashed potatoes.
Milanesa De Ternera
Wienerschnitzel (breaded veal cutlets) served with Austrian potatoes and a simple side salad. Don't forget the Lemon!
Costillas de Cordero
French lamb chops with our signature cranberry rosemary demi glace, accompanied with roasted potatoes and broccolini
Salmon
Seared Atlantic Salmon filet with a lemon butter white wine sauce, served with home-made creamy mashed potatoes and steamed asparagus
Bistec de Solomillo
Beef tenderloin wrapped with Iberian bacon, topped with Jack Daniels portobello demi sauce. Served with mashed potatoes, asparagus, and blackened shrimp.
Pasta Campera
Fettucine pasta in chipotle cream sauce with garlic, sundried tomatoes, spinach, red onions, and beef tenderloin.
Chuleta de Lomo
14 oz ribeye steak on a bed of peppercorn demi glace, accompanied with loaded mashed potatoes and chef's veggies
Pato a Punto De Caramelo
Seared seasoned duck breast with a duo of balsamic and orange toffee sauces, served with mashed potatoes and broccolini
Mahi Canario
Mahi Mahi filet topped with fresh cucumber and pineapple pico, served with wild rice and broccolini.
Burnt Basque Cheesecake
Traditional Basque cheesecake, bruleed tableside
Pastel de Chocolate
Warm...Chocolate...Cake!!! With a side of ice-cream
Crema Catalana
The original vanilla creme brulee
Flor de Sevilla
Almond crisps filled with limoncello mascarpone cream, and mixed macerated berries
If you’re curious about what’s cooking at 202 S Bryan Ave in Bryan, TX, the Elia Cafe Tapas Bar Menu is where the real story begins. The moment you start browsing, you can almost picture a relaxed table filled with colorful small plates, warm bread, and glasses clinking. It’s the kind of menu that invites you to slow down and share - a little of this, a little of that, and maybe one more round just because.
From classic Spanish-inspired tapas to fresh, vibrant flavors that feel right at home in Texas, every dish seems designed for conversation. You’ll find savory bites perfect for starting things off, hearty options that satisfy without feeling heavy, and sweet finishes that are hard to resist. Whether you’re planning a casual night out with friends or an easygoing date night, the variety makes it simple to mix, match, and try something new each time you visit.