ELLA'S in Cranbrook

Warm welcome to a group of us hockey moms in for a tourney. Had fabulous passionfruit mimosas and a delicious lunch for a great price. Owner and Ella team gave us fantastic quick service we will be back! Telling all our friends

Great food, big portions and the atmosphere is amazing! Banana bread french toast was delicious!

Top Notch And a smile Food

Great food and great vibes. The staff is so friendly and attentive. 10/10

We have been here twice and absolutely love it. We have tried 6 things on the menu and cant wait to try more!

Food was amazing, staff very friendly and the ambiance vibrant and elegant (loved the mural). I enjoyed the patties and the jerk chicken - great flavours and generous portions. Highly recommend!! Food

This place is awesome, great food, great service great price amazing patios!

This review goes beyond visiting Ellas Cranbrook location. We recently had Ellas cater to a small wedding reception for 35 people and it couldnt have gone better! Venue was in Kimberley, Aleitha came early to set up and returned again with food. There are no words to adequately describe how amazing she and her employee were and guests from as far away as Florida and Colorado raved about the canape (selection, flavour, quality) menu. As a follow up we had a group of ten celebrate my birthday at the restaurant. Amazing service by Omar and my birthday of choice was baked Mac and cheese with jerk chicken. Listed on menu as starter for sharing it was my birthday dinner of choice! Amazing lava cake and birthday song followed. I cant wait till the next meal from Ellas and Im not waiting for a special occasion as anything at Ellas is beyond special. Its the best choice in Cranbrook for catering, dining and drinks.

Ella s catered my wedding reception and did an amazing job! Everyone loved the food and they took great care and attention to the space, timing and quality. Would highly recommend them for an event and also their restaurant which is phenomenal!

We ate here twice in just a little over a week and both dining experiences were top notch. The Jamaican paddies were very good, as were the jerk chicken tacos and pork sandwich. The fries were crispy and non greasy right to the end. As we like we were provided some scotch bonnet pepper sauce to kick things up to our preferred heat level. It was so good, we bought a bottle to take home. The entire staff were very friendly and the service was very efficient. The local brews were frosty and arrived in record time. This will definitely be our go-to place whenever we are in Cranbrook. Unlike some reviewers comments, we were well aware of the prices when we ordered and knew what our total bill would be right from the start.

Everything was amazing. The food was delicious and staff was very nice as well. Very accommodating. But yea

First time experience for Jamaican food and was a decent one. Great Food , Awesome ambience and superb service. Must Try woi woi chicken wings and goat stew. Food : 5/5

Test is good this is my first experience and it was soon good experience

The absolute BEST! The food, service and the atmosphere is amazing. Our family just loves everything about Ella s

Everything was good. However, there were a lot of flies which was a bit of a turn off.

Wonderful friendly staff, great service and the food was FANTASTIC! We love every dish we have tried but especially enjoyed the crab cakes and the fried plantains.

Food was great, service was amazing but i must say its pricey....we did order their special which was goat and it was so so good(we hate goat and the after taste) but i must say it was delicious

10/10 - If you havent been yet, go! Some stand outs in our meal were the crab cakes, Jamaican patties, plantains and the oxtail tacos. All the staff are total gems: super friendly and attentive. The restaurant decor was stunning and clean. I look forward to going again, maybe for brunch. Dietary restrictions: Halal & vegetarian friendly

Amazing taste of Jamaica. Vibes are great. Good service. Happy to have found you on our journey home this weekend. We will be back to enjoy more of the menu.

I have not been able to go out to eat real Caribbean food in Canada since last leaving the Caribbean 15 years ago. Such a delight to have Ellas! I took my family, including a busy toddler, and it was so lovely and kid friendly. I did not catch our servers name but he was excellent - polite, friendly , humorous and pleasant with my kids. the Food was delicious. The Atmosphere is gorgeous. Favorite place to eat in the Kootenays.

Absolutely fire !!!!best food I have had in a long time the French fried chicken was outstanding and the OXTAIL BIRRA tacos had me out of seat first bite and great service!

Absolutely loved the food!!!!!!! The portions were pretty big. My wife had the chicken salad I had the 1/4 jerk chicken...and the coconut shrimp for an appetizer... we are both raving about how great it was !!!!!! We want to make this a monthly trip to cranbrook just to eat there!!!! Food

Love love love Ellas. Aly is the sweetest, the food is to die for (yall gotta try the chicken salad or chicken sandwich!) AND the atmosphere is so welcoming!

If you haven t been here yet you owe it to yourself to come by. I had the most delicious jerk tacos, and these were the most flavourful tacos I ve ever had. And the rum cake? Wow good thing I was seated because it was delicious and they didn t skimp on the rum. Really friendly staff too. Overall a great dining experience, highly recommend.

Amazing place, surprising brunch, went here because the other option was too busy. Really unique drinks. Shocked to find something this unique and original. Also the staff was so friendly and helpful. The decor has a nice high end feel that is all laid back. Definately a unique, hidden gem.

Food was amazing, First time and cranbrook and this was the place everyone recommend to eat at first. Curry goat and crab cakes were delicious, great atmosphere and friendly staff. If you can only eat once in cranbrook you should eat here!

Garbage service. Got seated and got drinks and then one hour later they hadn t even started making our food despite the place being empty. Made me and my wife and son feel so stupid for sitting there for an hour. If I could give negative stars I would.

Great food great service.

What a pleasant surprise this place was to find on the way up to Banff. The restaurant has amazing food, a great vibe and friendly staff. We happened upon the place after 5 hours on the road and found a nicely decorated, impeccably clean vibrant little spot for Jamaican food in BC . I was hoping for slightly spicier food but didn t request it that way so I ll have to the next time we re through there.

The best dining experience in Cranbrook. No contest!

Staff seemed a little unorganized, but man oh man the food, atmosphere, and customer service was top notch! Ill be back!

The owner made us some DELICIOUS drinks it was awesome! The food is great too. It s THE place to go in Cranbrook.

Amazing food!!

The food and service was fantastic, and the owner made us a special cocktail which was amazing. Will be back! Vegetarian options: Several Wheelchair accessibility: Yes

Great food. Super service. I would go back.

Lovely people, good food

We absolutely love Ellas awesome food drinks service

Ame here with a group of friends around 2pm on a Tuesday on our way back to Calgary. Lots of seating available and we enjoyed the outside covered patio (dog friendly). The food was quite tasty. I had the Zinc Fence Jerk Sandwich. The focaccia bread was super soft and delicious. The flavor for me was good but didnt wow me and I would try a different menu item next time to mix it up. My wife had the perfect crispy chicken salad. It was quite large and she wasnt able to quite finish it due to the size. The dressing has a nice sweet taste and overall was delicious. We also enjoyed the beef Jamaica patties. The coleslaw was disappointing but aside from that we all enjoyed our meals.

Oh My...my my... Talk about a vibe and the food!!! My family and I had the Rasta Pasta and Chicken Supreme special. We were absolutely wowed with the flavors and presentation. We were greeted and immediately felt like we were visiting home. Such an authentic representation of home, . I cant wait to return on our next travel. Ellas, how about a Calgary location?

I have not had food this good since we were in Jamaica. Unbelievably Good. You Gotta Eat Here !!!!!

Amazing!!!!

Great oxtail and rice & peas, real hidden gem!! I would recommend to all.

Chicken tacos were so so sooooo good. My partner and I shared the chicken sandwich and tacos and I wish we had gotten more tacos. We were debating between this and another restaurant and Im glad we decided on this. The poutine was awesome too!

Best place to eat in Cranbrook !! Awesome owners :)

Food was delicious and service was courteous. Not many vegetarian options, but what they do have are wonderful.

What a fantastic place to enjoy tasty food, friendly service (like family) and Jamaican vibe. Highly encourage you to stop in and get ready to leave feeling happy, loved, and full of yummy food. Thank you Aleitha - we will be back !

Passing through Cranbrook saw Ellas wonderful reviews, so we gave it a try, we sure werent disappointed mmm good would definitely recommend Ellas Restaurant

Absolutely wonderful food !! Best chicken burger i have had in very long time!! The staff was very friendly and respectful. I would definitely eat here every time I travel through!

The chicken sandwich and fried plantains were perfect and I keep thinking about the sorrel. The service was friendly and attentive. The patio was a great space and I liked that dogs are allowed. Ill be back on my next trip to Cranbrook! Food

Loved the poutine! The vibes here are immaculate as well. Would love to be back.

This place is a MUST if you find yourself in Cranbrook. The definition of a VIBE.

Best food in Cranbrook. Great Service.

Love this place and the folks that run it! Great food. Oxtail is bomb!

We stopped while driving through Cranbrook on vacation. What a treat! The staff were lovely to chat with. The food was delicious and perfectly plated. The music and Jamacian style was a delight. It was too hot, but the patio looked tempting for a cooler visit. 100% would recommend to a friend.

Mid-morning special treat visit. Lovely and quiet. Excellent quality food and wonderful service from a very cheerful young man.

Good food. Good drinks.

My boyfriend and I went to Ellas for the first time today. We didnt know what to expect, but the first sip of coffee was delicious so we had high hopes. We were not disappointed. Bumbo Buger, pork sandwich and rum cake for dessert. Everything was beautifully presented and delicious. Well definitely be going back.

Food quality good

Such a fun place! Loved the crab cakes and the routine and the chicken sandwich. Aletha and Melanie were fun and attentive. Happiest place in Cranbrook...

The most delicious fried chicken sandwich I have ever eaten!!

We had, curried goat, not very good, chicken salad, OK. We also had 1 beer and 1 sparkling water Cost...$75. Yes $75. Would I eat there again? Never. Food

Actually pissed I can t give a 10/10. Came up here for the week from Saskatchewan and I m not a person who tries new food but.. definitely planning another trip to come back to Ellas. The owner is kind and stunning as is the rest of the staff who were so kind!

Recommend this place to everyone living in Cranbrook and surrounding areas. Vegetarian options: Yaard man ital stew is the best thing for vegetarian. Food : 5/5 |

Ella s is exactly what you need! We shared the crab cakes (best I ve ever had), the beef patties, and the chicken salad. What a breath of fresh air to have authentic, joyful, and delicious food in the Koots! Order off their website or come in and enjoy the vibe in this clean, colourful atmosphere. I ll be back!

Great atmosphere, attentive staff and excellent food and cocktail. The coconut shrimp was exceptional!

Great food with good service. The only reason Im not giving 5 stars is simply because its expensive for what it is.

Always good. Food is loaded with flavour. Sunday brunch was great!

Great Dining experience at Ellas! Highly recommend if you are in the Cranbrook BC area.

The jerk chicken was amazing.

Place qas very clean and welcoming, got a corner for kids with toys which my son appreciate, food was amazing and service was great they also have a halal option which was delicious

Crazy good. Worth trying, great staff

Good was delicious, atmosphere and service were excellent. Smiles the entire night

I just wanted 2 beef patty s to take out and asked for no cheese dip. was kind of surprised when the machine said 14$ but thought I might be getting the best beef patty s I ve ever had so I didn t question it. Maybe homemade etc. ended up getting 2 of what seems like microwaved generic store bought patty s. I m sure the other food is great but this is not what I expected at all. Definitely disappointing.

Was on a work trip for a few months in Cranbrook and Ella s did not disappoint! The food and service made me feel right at home. When you walk in they immediately make you feel like family. Looking for a great Jamaican restaurant i recommend 10/10. Thank you guys for blessing me while i was there!

THE FOOD IS AMAZING this is my new favorite restaurant I love it here!!!

So good! Food and service!

We have perused numerous positive reviews for Ellas Restaurant. Upon noticing that they offer brunch on Sundays, we made the decision to dine there. The brunch fare was exceptional. If eggs Benedict are to your liking, this establishment is highly recommended. Additionally, I must mention that their passion mimosas are also quite delectable.

I have shown up 50 min before closing and was denied entry as it was to close to closing time. I have also called for take out 30 min before closing and was denied service as it was also to close to closing. It seems like they are not concerned with business and only concerned about shutting down early. Frustrated enough to take business elsewhere.

Came for the French fried chicken again. Oh my days. What an amazing place and delicious food great atmosphere. Couldnt ask for nicer service. Very elegant so bring out a loved one. Cant wait to come back for the heat. Food

Oh man. Im here from Vancouver and I really looked forward to dining at Ellas when planning my trip, so this was the first place I ate at and WOW. Ill be back for more. The jerk chicken poutine was amazing - huge portion and huge flavour, let me tell you Miss Ella does not skimp out of the chicken and the sauce. Perfect ratio with the fries. I also loved my drink, the mock mule. Jamaican ginger beer is just better than the rest! The place is decorated so beautifully, the restaurants playlist is super enjoyable, and the seamless merge of music and food really takes you to a place of good vibrations. I can imagine on a sunny day when more people are out, this place must be so alive! The staff and owner are so kind and accommodating, I had a blast actually getting to talk to the owner. Incredibly kind and welcoming, and so down to earth too. It feels good to love the products and service of a business with great people behind it.

Its kinda funny how I happened upon this place. It was my first time here in Cranbrook and obviously I wasnt sure about the area, so I was partially lost following directions on my phone when I saw this place and it turned out to be a blessing in disguise. With me being a Jamaican and seeing this Jamaican restaurant out of the blue, of course Im gonna take a peak inside and it was great. The server was friendly and courteous, she ensured I was ok while waiting for my order. I like the setup of the entrance, the seating area is lovely and the menu features a lot of familiar dishes. I opted for the jerk chicken meal with rice and peas, which was all so nice. Id definitely come back whenever Im in the area again.

What an awesome place! Food was amazing, service was even better! Im not from Cranbrook, but now I wish I lived closer. I had the ol fowl chicken sandwich, which is their top seller, it was excellent. But I also tried a bit of the goat curry, the jerk chicken poutine and fried chicken, all superb. Thanks so much for dinner!

Staff are amazing, menu is magnificent. Highly recommend literally everything but their yam fries and rice and beans are the must-tries. No, I am not the official hype-woman for Ella s. I ve just eaten their food for three years and can tell you, they don t miss. Love the new location, the murals are gorgeous! Big Up, Ella s. Parking: Surrounding building

I just love this place!

Oh yummy. I was so very impressed

Ella s is truly heart + soul food, Jamaican style. Service is top notch and the food is out of this world. Anyone from Cranbrook saw Ella s skyrocket in success since opening day, and for good reason. There s something for everyone on the menu. Every dish is a winner. And you will find yourself going back again and again for the good vibes, big smiles and so you can try everything on the Ella s menu!!

The food and the aesthetic here is truly amazing. What a wonderful place to have in Cranbrook. Repeat Crab Cake offender here.

Very peaceful atmosphere right down to the music. Wonderfully friendly, helpful servers and owner. We had lunch and the food was a treat with lots of veggies cooked al dente. If you like to cook and eat fresh, this is the place for you. Good place for office gatherings, family meals/ celebrations, or meeting up with friends and more. Lovely lighting...could I say more... well be going back when were in Cranbrook! Vegetarian options: Lots of veggies and meals with vegetarian options. Parking: Lots of room for restaurant and local businesses parking very close by. Kid-friendliness: Quiet place during the day with peaceful music and I do not know about the evening. Wheelchair accessibility: No steps everything is ground level...dont remember the washroom set up for wheelchairs.

Its always a pleasure enjoying a meal with you guys and the food is amazing every time we come here. Cranbrook is so lucky to have a places like this that offers such great service and a fresh take on something delicious and different to eat!

Amazing food and great atmosphere. The customer service was impeccable. Will definitely return.

Great place to go! It was the best chicken Ive had in a very long time. Also, the Mac and cheese is amazing. I highly recommend it.

*Edited*- Owners reply, Was to promptly redirect the blame back onto the customer/s rather than take ownership for their poor business practices, and manipulate the truth, (a business that wants to blame its customers for wanting seperate bills, despite informing the waitress prior to ordering, apparently needing to reprint bills 3 times is the customers fault) BIGGEST PROBLEM COMPOUNDED INTREST ON TIPS, trying to chop it up to auto generating, like they have no choice in it. Nothing was said to 90% of people at the tables, and honestly the service was barely worth 18%, especially not 18% times 2 times 8 (I spent $25 per meal and apparently tipped $30) Truthfully Food was (not)excellent, (the bumbo burger was excellent, the fries were soggy and Jamaican patties had dry crunchy corners, like when I make them in a microwave.) When I went with a group including my senior father. They were quick to take our order and take our menus, which apparently has an unseen statement about them adding an automatic Gratuity of 18% onto the bill. We originally were surprised to be billed $6.50 (more than pop, or ginger beer) for a cup of instant coffee (which was left as undrinkable) but then later we noticed, not only had they added a 18% gratuity ($12.06) to the bill, but then written on the bottom of the bill there was a suggested tip guide that had listed 18% as $14.83, (which at the time we paid as I didnt look at the receipt till later that night.) However after looking at the breakdown of their suggested tip being 18%, I realized it was a Compound percent, they actually suggested tipping a 18% tip on their automatic 18% tip. Not impressed, very sleezey business tactic to try swindle afew extra dollars from their customers, not only with double tips but with compound math also. Will not be back.

Incredible addition to Cranbrook

Great food, beautiful interior design and amazing staff.

Thank you for the delicious food and inviting atmosphere. All staff were super friendly and accomodating.

5 star service paired with authentic Jamaican goat stew made for a very enjoyable experience!

Best place to eat in Cranbrook! Friendly staff, nice atmosphere and delicious food.

Best Burgers weve had in years

Went there for lunch, my husband asked for a bud light and was given a kokanee, didnt say anything. Ordered the special that was a goat curry, it was boney and gristle-y. When the server asked how things were politely responded fine but it wasnt so finally said something and she was condescending. Was so turned off I didnt even want to eat the rice or salad. It was just awful. Got the bill and for lunch for 2 with 3 alcoholic beverages without a tip it was $100. Definitely will never, ever go back. BTW we still tipped because the young server that was there was very pleasant to deal with.

Unbelievably delicious! We will definitely be stopping in here again next time were passing through! Aleitha was our server and she was amazing! Excellent recommendations and top notch service! Well request her when we come back!

Best food in Cranbrook! Ever! This is my new favorite spot! Beautiful decor and friendly staff great options for diabetics

We had the goat curry special and Ros jerk chicken dinner, both served with rice and peas plus salad. Both meals were absolutely delicious, cooked to perfection, balanced and perfect serving size! The goat was tender and full of flavour. The chicken was also very flavourful. The rice and peas paired nicely with the meat and was just as tasty. The salad was refreshing. The meals were excellent and a real treat -- highly recommended! Service was prompt, kind and on point. Everything was noticeably very clean -- the table AND the CHAIRS were very clean and so was the washroom.

Great! Kid-friendliness: Nice Food : 5/5 |

Super yummy food and great service!

Wonderful restaurant! Ella is a beautiful person and participates on the floor with her staff. A unique and authentic culture offered right here in Cranbrook. Highly recommended! Food

Best Breakfast/Bruch place in town. Hands down. Amazing service, vibe is on point and the food is top notch. If you haven t been to Ella s you are missing out.

Excellent food and service, Cranbrook is truly lucky to have Ella s! Also, the ambiance and interior inside the restaurant is absolutely beautiful, theyve done an amazing job!

Phenomenal food and service, awesome restaurant will be a repeat offender

Great food, great service!

Did a take out, was super great! We had the tacos, fried chicken, pork sandwich, Mac and cheese. Everyone was full and totally satisfied. No question will return soon.

Pretty tasty food and generally a good experience with staff and service. Only real ossue was the overpriced drinks and that I paid 3$ for a starving amount of guacamole.... if they offer, its not worth it. There was bones on the tacos but, that means its fresh real chicken I hope. I honestly would return and even recommend to others, one off example isnt detrimental to the business and the quality and flavour is unmatched in Cranbrook. Parking: There is very limited immediate parking but lots available in the area, so if you dont mind walking a block, then its good. The food is worth the 30 second walk!

Such a great time! Omar was very attentive, food is always amazing, I always enjoy myself when I come to Ellas! Cant wait for next time~

Great food and service. The jerk chicken poutine was delicious

Some of the best food in town and the friendliest atmosphere! You always feel part of the family here

We love Ellas for important event dining with family and friends. Their fried chicken is killer but so is their wicked goat curry, salads, and my personal favourite--oxtail. They know to mix some special drinks too.

Mothers Day brunch was great! Good food. Good service. Must try spot in Cranbrook.

Awesome chance to experience Jamaican cuisine right here in the Koots. Staff were great and the food was uniquely delicious.

Delicious food! The coconut shrimp is

Such good food and drinks, the service was amazing, would totally recommend eating here! Our server Omar was great, he told us his recommendations and did not disappoint!!

We love the new location. Great patio a block off the main highway. We came back twice this trip. The first time we had Coconut Shrimp, Sweet Plantains, Jerk Chicken Tacos, Ros Jerk Chicken, and Jamaican Rum Cake. The second time we had Roti Goodaz, Jamaican Patties, and the daily special. The food is oh so good! Special thanks to Omar for his great recommendations!

Amazing place to eat in Cranbrook!!!!! Such a great vibe, the owners are fabulous as is the food! Authentic and delicious Jamaican food! What a refreshing oasis!

What a beautiful atmosphere! Great portion size! Well be back!!!

Its like being in Jamaica when you go here !! The food is delightful and the drinks are yummy ! Service is fabulous !!

Its Jamaica come to Cranbrook! The flavours, the feel, the friendly folk - when you count your blessings, dont forget to include Ellas.

Had the jerk chicken., Anticipated it to be more spicy than it was. Ill try the oxtail next. Staff put a bit too much effort into trying to upsell you. I bought items that I didnt know I was paying for until I got the bill

If I lived in Cranbrook, I would never eat anywhere else. Great Patio, friendly service and the food was all amazing. The depth of flavour was bottomless and unique. The chef obviously took great pride in every dish. Nothing more to say.

I will go there again. The portions were reasonable, and the variety of different foods was interesting. Overall, the food and service were excellent .

Food was good when we got it. It did take awhile though to get anything we ordered. Maybe we re used of faster service but from start to end over 2 hrs so depends on how fast you want to eat

Amazing customer service and absolutely delicious food ! Staff are friendly. So many creative dishes and the patio is perfect for summer evenings. Definitely reccomend.

Place is awesome, food is awesome, 10/10 would go again. That cook Tyson you got back there is awesome and deserves a raise Food

Jamaican themed restaurant, we went on a Wednesday, the place was busy. We got a table beside the big mural. The lighting in that corner makes reading the menu hard. The menu has some traditional elements, one such was roti, however, I feel that the chickpea s option is good for those looking for a meatless option, but you can t have roti without curry goat. The rum cake portion was tiny for the $12 charged.

Love this place. Awesome food, good service, great vibe. It ll be one of my go-to places!! Thanks for a great experience Ella s.

Amazing food and lovely people, highly recommend going here

Super fast with the delicious food. Great atmosphere. We had the pork sandwich and vegetarian stew with rice. Very good stuff! Vegetarian options: Yum

Ella s is a very welcoming place. Great staff and very kind. Definitely a great place to eat around here. I will definitely be coming back again with family.

Omar was straight up one of the best servers I ve ever had. I was visiting family in Cranbrook and they recommended this spot and I love Jamaican food so I was excited. Omar recommended the oxtail, which is what I wanted in the first place. He also recommended the chefs special which was an amazing, it was mussels in a tomato sauce that were to die for! Service was amazing. Food came out right away. One of the best restaurants I ve ever been to. Definitely excited a little extra to go back to Cranbrook because of this spot.

My family and I were staying in Invermere, visiting from Colorado/California/Ohio. My husband got a ticket and we had to pay in on a Saturday in Cranbrook, so we decided to grab lunch while we were there. Wow, am I glad we did. Ellas is phenomenal! The food was outstanding. They did one of a moms most appreciated gestures, and brought the kiddos food out with the appetizer. The table had poutine, salads, chicken sandwich, jerk chicken, fried chicken, chicken fingers, Mac and cheese, and various cocktails. All 7 people (5 adults, 2 kids) commented on how good their meal was. We sat outside, which was dog friendly. Both inside and outside were clean, decorated well, and inviting. I wish we lived closer, because this would definitely be our local spot! Kid-friendliness: The Mac and cheese was home made and outstanding. The chicken fingers were actually cut pieces of chicken breast, hand breaded. A huge hit for my kiddos.

Great food, service and atmosphere. Omar has been our server multiple times and he is always genuinely friendly, funny and has a service ethic way beyond the usual Cranbrook experience.

5/5 Great Place - a must stop if coming to Cranbrook

i was welcomed with a warm and friendly smile,the margaritas was amazing especially the lime flavoured one. the jerk chicken reminds me of home so much.

Great food and service. Something for everyone

Definitely an under utilized gem in the Cranbrook food-scape.

This restaurant is a gem!! Best fried chicken sandwich and burger I have had in years!! Try the delicious tamarind drink made with their homemade tamarind jam. Mel and the owner were absolutely sweethearts. The interior design is luxuriously island with the cool, soothing vibes of reggae rolling. Wish we had a restaurant with this much heart and soul passionate from my hometown.

Food was delicious! Service was sooooooo slowwwwww. Like ridiculously slow and it was not busy

The food is so good, and made with so much care and attention its uplifting. Wow just Wow!! If I could give 6 stars I would. Someone needs to get this place on TV.

First time to the new location and it didnt disappoint. The decor is beautiful and colorful. The food was amazing (forgot to take a pic, oops). The service was great!! They will definitely get my business again By the way, the patio is beautiful with lots of spacious seating and is dog friendly Vegetarian options: There is something for everyone, Im sure of it! There is a ton of parking including handicap Wheelchair accessibility: Yes, wheelchair accessible

Was told to come check it out and soooo glad we did! My husband is from the Caribbean and he says it brought him right back home! (Even deserving of a phone call to mom!) lol highly, highly recommend! Omar (I believe) has exceptional service! Will definitely be back. And was worth the 1.5 hour drive to get there.

Every time I visit this amazing establishment, they make me feel like part of the family. The food is so delicious

Personally I have always loved The Firehall; however this last experience was different. The host/ busser was great I applaud them! The server, Im sure, was busy and so were the cooks. But.... I think we must have waited an hour for nachos and kids sliders I will be back but I wont bring my grandson next time, who btw was very good and patient, but that was a little too much to ask. The food was good but not hot by any means. I usually give a high rating but this experience left me wishing I had packed a picnic and went to the park instead of paying for an $80 + lunch Kid-friendliness: Kids are welcome but I wouldnt recommend it. The food is great but the wait time is too much to ask of most kids.

Absolutely amazing all around! Food was fantastic and the service was phenomenal. Being someone who seems to constantly be on the road and is also a bit of a foodie I appreciate great places like this. Thank you for the great experience, you have a beautiful atmosphere.

The fried chicken sandwich is possibly the best chicken sandwich in Cranbrook, the jerk chicken is dynamite, ox tail is bomb

There is truly nothing better, on this earth, than their Ole Fowel chicken sandwich.

Food was expensive for the quality. Not much to choose from on the menu.

Unbelievably friendly and amazing food. Couldn t ask for a better experience.

Absolutely AMAZING food & super friendly staff! Super nice atmosphere inside as well! If I was a local here Id come weekly! SO SO GOOD! I will be back!

We were pleasantly surprised at the warm atmosphere and good food. The fried chicken was really good. The patties were not too good, very little filling and crust tasted stale. I would try to improve these or make them into an empanada or leave them off the menu. Coconut shrimp was tasty. Glad to see a good restaurant in Cranbrook!

Great food. Great place

Had Sunday brunch there today with family. Everything was great. No complaints. We sat outside, wonderful weather and view. Really pleasant, friendly atmosphere.

I went on a Sunday morning. They just serve brunch on Sunday and rest of the days I guess it s brunch and dinner. Ambience was nice. The menu was very limited at least on the day I went. The only thing I didn t like is that they charge for the coffee which many don t or maybe it s normal in Cranbrook.

Spent my birthday at Ellas. Heavens...!!! The best fried chicken Ever!! As a chef...I tasted fresh, passion and care. Cant wait to be back!!

It was our very first trip to Cranbrook and the Kootenays, we were very surprised to find a Jamaican restaurant here. Everything was immaculate, from the ambience to the host to the servers and the foood...OMG Ellas owes us nothing. The owners even came and said hello to us. This is World Class service, if we could we would definitely rate them 100/5...Will definitely recommend and return.. Ellas for the Win!!!

This place is incredible; from the great service to the exceptional quality of the food. I had the fried chicken with a side of Mac and cheese. The Mac and cheese has an almost refreshing flavour instead of the heavy cheesy flavour which is typical. The fried chicken is among the best I have had. The coating itself does not have a lot of flavour but is perfectly crispy and binds to the chicken. They include this warm sauce to pour over the chicken that has this really warm flavour. I think it might have cinnamon, all spice and cloves in it. Its well balanced and so tasty. That just adds a whole other layer of flavour to the chicken. My wife chose the stew. It is a vegetarian dish which has this coconut sauce that has this comforting depth of flavour. The vegetables still have a bit of crisp to them. The pumpkin rice has a soft and unique flavour and texture. I might just be back for dinner again soon... Maybe tomorrow. Vegetarian options: They do have vegetarian options that even non-vegetarians would enjoy. Their vegetarian stew and Mac and Cheese are two examples.

Had the curry goat and fried plantains. Both were super tasty. I ll be back for the oxtail next time! Very friendly and great atmosphere.

Passing thru town, and stopped at Ellas. We had the Jerk chicken, it was fabulous. Unfortunately I was too full to try the rum cake, maybe next time. They also have gluten free and vegan options and the service was great. Well definitely be back.

Well, the place looks nice anyway, the server was polite but the Jerk Chicken was lack luster in taste, did not have an authentic flavour, the Rice & Peas were not made with the taste profiles that are expected either. The Jerk ChickenTacos had Pinapple hot sauce in them that threw off the Jerk taste Overall, lacking flavour, and im shocked at the rating. So overpriced at $29.00 for 2 drum sticks and a thigh??? No real Jerk Sauce to have with the meal? More hot pineapple sauce instead, and traditionally it was missing a form of Round Dumpling or pc of Corn Bread as well.. Its too bad, because the place has great potential if they go back to their roots and find that Real Authentic Taste that only time can produce that would make Jamaica Proud..... It was a tough review as we really liked the looks and the vibe of the place. Parking: Good amount of parking

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Amazing food!! The waiter was amazing and so good with my 2 young kids. Very friendly place.

Had a wonderful dinner tonight with an old friend. Service and food was fantastic. I would definitely recommend eating here!

Took the servers 10 minutes to realize that me and my family had walked in when there were only three people in the restaurant then after being seated they took 60 minutes to make our food then to make matters worse their omelettes are terrible with raw vegetables that looked like they hadnt even been washed before getting shoved into a badly beaten omelette and they cover their pancakes with some cheap jam and syrup saying its house made jeez what a waste of money also they limit their coffee refills to one per customer and couldnt even calculate their bill correctly wont be coming back to this dump anytime soon no idea why its still in business. Kid-friendliness: Kids not welcome Wheelchair accessibility: Not accessible unless you have one that can climb stairs

My first time to Ella s. Wow is all I can say the Crab Cakes were perfect. The Jerk Chicken Tacos were the best I ve ever had. Customer Service was excellent can t wait until I m in town again Ella s is at the top of my list as were to eat looking forward to try the other items oh the menu Cal Parking: Easy access

Amazing place for jerk chicken, rice and pea and patties. Best Ive had outside of the Caribbean and GTA. Definitely check this place out!

Although the Food and service was very very delicious very!!! There were 11 people in the restaurant for lunch. Our food including the appetizer were 47 minutes for the appetizer and an hour for the two burgers. Im not sure if it was a one off day and perhaps there was something else going on in the kitchen outside of their controll but for a 100$ lunch (expensive) withput even getting any alcohol. it was honestly frustrating to wait that long. We were not the only ones to wait for lunch. So if you have time to linger then by all means its delicious but maybe not if you just need to eat and go. The waitress was delightful, the restaurant was clean and nice inside the music was good but good lord it was a long time to wait. Im honestly not sure if I would eat there again. I missed my appointment afterwards so that kinda sucked too.

Had a wonderful time

If you re in Cranbrook you gotta eat here! Ella s is beautifully decorated, clean and ambient, servers are friendly and professional, and the food and drinks are great. Ella s adjusts their spice level for customers too which must be lots of extra work in the kitchen but I really appreciate it.

The host greeted us with a friendly wagwan and it gave a good feeling right away. The staff were so friendly, easy to chat with, and attentive. The restaurants visuals exude unique Caribbean beauty and warmth. To drink we had Sorrel, which Id never had, and was amazing. To me it was reminiscent of a mulled wine; but chilled, and non alcoholic. Then we had the roti goodaz to start, which was a puri roti cut into sections with a flavorfully stewed chickpea bowl, tumeric-laden and delicious. It was a well portioned for sharing. Our mains were the jerk chicken dinner and the braised oxtail birria-style tacos (that was a special, not on the usual menu). Bright and tangy jerk, exquisitely cooked rice and peas with a touch of coconut flavor, and a rich pineapple sauce to pour over it all... Delicious. I could have gone hotter with the jerk, but it was so good that I downed it before asking if they had a hot sauce I could add to it. The braised oxtail birria was absolutely killer. Savory, umami, dripping in richness - Im craving it now! If this isnt available when you go, consider the yaad man braised oxtail because its probably a similar rich flavor. Good for the cold months, for sure! Cant wait to be back. Thank you Ella for bringing this to the Kootenays!

Went to Ella s for lunch on Oct 25/23 WOW! We had the friendliest greeting upon our arrival. The service was excellent and the food incredible! My husband said the best chicken sandwich he s ever had! My meal was the fried chicken and was also delicious! Considering I m a fried chicken connoisseur it was some of the best I ve ever eaten! The quality of the food was impressive as well! We will be back again soon to try out some of the other offerings! Thanks for the wonderful experience at your cheerful establishment!

Real authentic and modern atmosphere. Great food! Great people!

One of our favorite places to eat in Cranbrook. Love the patio. Staff are always great and excited that you are there enjoying their Caribbean creations.

Everything about Ella s was ON POINT!! Kid-friendliness: My kids LOVED the beautifully crated seating and the food!! Food : 5/5 |

Finally a place with comfortable chairs...perfect music...and candles for ambiance... And of course great food and service Well done...we are so lucky to have this gem in cranbrook

The food was very delicious, the staff were great and the plantains were amazing. Definitely coming back every time I visit Cranbrook.

We traveled from Montana for no other reason but to try this restaurant. Montana has no diversity and it shows in lack of good restaurants. Restaurant dining is always a disappointment all across our beautiful state. I was absolutely thrilled by our meal at Ellas. We got the Bobo Hill Rasta pasta which was DEEElicious! Its one of the best things I have tasted in years and the serving size was large enough to satisfy me for 2 meals. We are already planning our next trip and have picked out what we are going to order next time. We will be trying everything on the menu and this restaurant will be where we head for my next birthday! Ellas is really cute inside and has a great vibe and I was greeted by such wonderful friendly staff. The owner is the most charismatic Goddess of a woman who just leaves you in the best mood. We will back very soon.

First time at Ellas and all I can say is WOW! Had the chicken burger and it was so tasty and fresh. The crab cakes were to die for as well. And the drink menu was great! Plus the staff was wonderful too. An overall wonderful experience.

Pretty good jerk chicken. Could be a little spicier, hotter. I absolutely loved the atmosphere and decor. The staff were really lovely. I enjoyed my experience. Dietary restrictions: Gluten free options. Thank you

Amazing Jamaican in Cranbrook. Very cool space and very friendly staff! We had the oxtail, the Roti and the Jamaican Patties. Everything was delicious, we will be back!

Went as a group for dinner, booked reservations was never told about 18% gratuity. Server didn t tell any of us about the 18% once there. We all paid our own bills, we all left tips, just to discover after the fact, thinking wow that was an expensive dinner out. I understand charging gratuity for a big group but at least tell them it is added. That was unexpected. Lesson learned, look at your receipts don t just pay total and tip on top. The group I was with won t be back.

A little bit of a wait, but worth it,

A great vibe. The food was terrific, especially notable was the fish and chips. A nice atmosphere with friendly staff and great food. Food : 5/5