Ely's

4.9 (1541)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

115 West Jackson Street, Suite E, Ridgeland, MS 39157

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Ely's

4.9

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Ridgeland

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

9:30 PM

Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Romantic

Named after Elias (Ely) Shapley of Greenville, Mississippi, Ely’s was established in 2008 with an emphasis on the highest quality beef, seafood, and spirits, while featuring an extensive wine list and friendly professional service. Located upstairs overlooking the Railroad District in Old Town Ridgeland (MS), Ely’s mixes the old with the new, offering time tested dishes in a cozy, upscale, contemporary setting unlike most local steak and seafood restaurants.

Owner: Richard Elias Shapley
General Manager: Chris Wolfe

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Cocktail Hour Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(601) 605-6359
Website
http://www.elysrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
Ely's does not offer catering.
Private party facilities
ELY's has a private room overlooking Jackson Street that seats 24-26 comfortably. The private room features a 55 inch flat panel TV, HDMI connection ready. ELY's will also host private parties in the main dining area for special events and lunches. For more information please call 601-605-6359.

Location
115 West Jackson Street, Suite E, Ridgeland, MS 39157
Neighborhood
Ridgeland
Cross street
Madison Drive
Parking details
Convenient self parking is located behind the building. The elevator to Ely's (2nd floor) is located in the center of the building, which will take you to our front door.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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4.9

(1541)

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Mississippi
Best Food
Mississippi
Great for fine wines
Mississippi
Romantic
Mississippi
Steakhouse
Jackson
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ely's Restaurant & Bar offers an extraordinary fine dining experience with "wonderful people" and "genuine Southern hospitality." Guests rave about the "best steak" and "exceptional appetizers." The ambiance is elegant and perfect for special occasions. Despite some noise concerns with table settings, the overall dining experience is "impeccable."

1,541 Reviews

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David
Nashville2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ely’s has been my Jackson area favorite for many years. Quality of their servers, atmosphere and consistency of food quality is superb. Last night was our first visit to Jackson in over a year and we were delighted to find Ely’s continues to meet and exceed every expectation. Still #1 !
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Heather
Mississippi2 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 30, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything was nice, per usual. The food was good & the ambiance was cool.
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Beverly Gold
Mississippi16 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our food was wonderful and highly recommend Amanda! I had the beef tips and my husband had the redfish, both were excellent!
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Mark
Mississippi4 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chris, the manager, had my table set up to celebrate our 36 yr anniversary. He talked with us and made us feel right at home. Our server did an amazing job as well. Had a wonderful night and would recommend everyone for this one of a kind fine dining experience
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Melinda
Mississippi2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Great service. Our go to place for special occasions.
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H James
Washington DC4 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food did a good job. The service was good. The atmosphere was too cold. Probably would not return.
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glenn Gold
Austin75 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 21, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I was absolutely Blown away - I’m from Texas and we have good some good steak places the filet Louisane was in the top 2 best steaks I have ever eaten. The fried oysters were amazing, wedge salad one of the best ever, you must get the cashew chocolate pie. Our server was amazing, the hostess was great - told me about all the menu
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Trisha
Mississippi1 review
5.0
Dined on October 21, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We started with Ely’s Baked Kibbeh, it was delicious! The ribeye was hands-down the best I’ve ever had in the area, cooked just right and full of flavor. The shrimp and grits were creamy, rich, and mighty tasty, too! But what really made the evening special was the hospitality. From the sweet hostess to the attentive servers and welcoming manager, everyone made us feel right at home—like we were guests in their own home. Good food, wonderful people, and genuine Southern hospitality. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We’ll definitely be back!
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trapper
Mississippi1 review
5.0
Dined on October 18, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was fantastic and the service was great. They made sure we had everything we needed. Very good hospitality and the atmosphere was great.
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David
Mississippi8 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 10, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ely’s is our go-to place for fine dining and a special night out. The service is always perfect, and Austin, once again, was stellar. The entire staff works so well together as a team, and every person who comes through the door is treated with the utmost respect. You can choose from a very nice selection of wines and be confident that the quality will perfectly enhance your meal. The always fresh food is consistently prepared to deliver the most extraordinary flavor with each bite. The lighting, music, and seating arrangements deliver a delightful ambience. All of it combines to make it a great value. On this night we had the beef filets with shrimp and mushroom add ons, the house salads, mashed potatoes with onions, and the creamed spinach. A bottle of wine complimented the meal. Again, the service was impeccable and we were treated like royalty. We love Ely’s!
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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Cocktail Hour Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(601) 605-6359
Website
http://www.elysrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
Ely's does not offer catering.
Private party facilities
ELY's has a private room overlooking Jackson Street that seats 24-26 comfortably. The private room features a 55 inch flat panel TV, HDMI connection ready. ELY's will also host private parties in the main dining area for special events and lunches. For more information please call 601-605-6359.

Location
115 West Jackson Street, Suite E, Ridgeland, MS 39157
Neighborhood
Ridgeland
Cross street
Madison Drive
Parking details
Convenient self parking is located behind the building. The elevator to Ely's (2nd floor) is located in the center of the building, which will take you to our front door.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Ely's is a favorite for anniversaries and special evenings, offering a quiet, intimate atmosphere and attentive service that many guests call perfect for date night.

Evenings Monday through Saturday are ideal, cocktail hour (Mon–Sat, 4:00–5:00 pm) is a popular early-evening choice and dinner is served Mon–Sat.

Portions at Ely's are generous, guests frequently note sides and entrees large enough to share or send home as doggie bags.

Ely’s cocktail hour is a wonderful time to go, Cocktail Hour runs Mon–Sat 4:00–5:00 pm, and guests specifically recommend arriving 4–5 pm to enjoy the bar bites and drinks.

Yes, Ely’s welcomes families; guests report bringing children and even a granddaughter, enjoying meals together in the restaurant’s warm, accommodating setting.

Ely’s offers a cozy, upscale steakhouse feel, a contemporary, intimate dining room with warm lighting and attentive service that many guests praise for quiet, relaxed special‑occasion meals.

Business casual is the guide at Ely’s, aim for neat, polished attire; many guests treat it as a special‑occasion spot and some say a jacket can feel comfortable though it’s not required.

Ely’s regularly fills up at peak dinner service, guests report it “stays busy” and recommend reservations, while many diners also describe a calm, quiet dining room with quieter back corners for conversation.

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4.9

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Ridgeland

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

9:30 PM

Booked 7 times today

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