Elements Bistro

I had pretty awesome pierogies with kielbasa here. They were prepared with barbecue sauce and topped with sour cream, peppers, corn and onions. I loved the modernized tex mex flair on old world pierogis!

You know this place is going to be different and foodie-​worthy when the first thing on the lunch menu is ‘Seared Watermelon’!
I cannot wait to eat this food again. We had this food delivered to us, so I can’t say that I’ve actually been to the restaurant, but I’ve definitely had their food. I got the beet salad. You are probably thinking, ‘beet salad? That’s what you ordered!?’. Yes, beet salad with two different types of beets, truffle mousse, candied pecans, greens and balsamic reduction. SO many of my favorite things in one dish? My mouth is watering just thinking about it! It was like eating a vegetable cake for dessert (see picture). Can’t wait to get back here to try another expertly created dish.

What a nice surprise on the CSU campus. My retired uncle was in the hospitality industry and was coming to see my swim competition at CSU for GG9. I wanted to take him to a place he would surely enjoy and he was very impressed about the diversity of the menu and the quality of the food and presentation. Service was very attentive as well. We did lunch there. They are hoping to offer dinner in the future.

Elements is a welcome surprise in an area dominated by student-​oriented fast food venues. It has a seasonal menu with fresh, often locally sourced ingredients. The prices at lunch are pretty average. Given the high quality and consistency, it’s a great deal. You can pay the same or more for mediocre food at many places. The fare at Elements incorporates some local flair, including (at least at times) pierogies, Polish boys, stadium mustard, and West Side Market pasta. Service is good – often by CSU students – and Elements has had the same very able manager since it opened a few years ago. Definitely recommended. If you go during the academic year, make reservations if it’s the noon hour.

I wish they were open for dinner. Other than that, no complaints! The service was perfect, the mushroom bisque was divine and exactly what was needed on a freezing day. I like that they get some of their food from local vendors. The Caesar Salad was amazing too. Crispy croutons, just really perfect.

Pleasantly surprised at how upscale this place is both in terms of menu options and atmosphere for being on a college campus. Steady stream of CSU students walking in to pick up their take out orders from the bar, and professionals having working lunches in the dining room.
Another huge plus is how affordable it is! I enjoyed the vegetarian minestrone and house salad for under $ 10. And the fried goat cheese balls that come on top of the salad, OMG, more please! Go ahead and just make it an entire appetizer.
I walked, but my co-​luncher parked behind the building and they validate parking.

Sigh… I had high hopes for this place. Went here for a late lunch. Upon entry, no one offered to seat us. I waited 5 minutes before I asked a server if I could just sit somewhere or if someone should seat us. I finally took a seat. Getting waters and menus proved to be another challenge… Took a long time. Service is very inattentive. The food? Mediocre at best. I was psyched for the Cobb salad after reading the description. The ingredients are cut into tiny pieces to make the portion look large. And they are not good quality… Deli turkey meat, barely any bacon, minced cucumber. Definitely not a house-​made sesame vinaigrette (I subbed it for the creamy garlic dressing). My friend got the lemon tuna salad and she said it was okay. The décor is nice and this place has SOOO much potential. But the service and food need some serious attention.

I work at CSU and stop by Elements for lunch about once a month. This week, I attended a wine-​tasting/​small plates function after hours. I’ve never had a bad meal here and the prices are very reasonable. The services is always friendly and attentive. In addition, the manager, Steve, is always open to suggestions. One of my favorite things is the Elemental side salad with dried cherries, mixed greens, nuts and goat cheese croutons that are to die for. If you aren’t in walking distance, take the Healthline bus down Euclid from downtown or University circle to Elements or park in the Prospect Garage. Currently only open about 11am to 4pm. Special prices from 2−4pm

I work and study @ CSU and eat here often. Amazing customer service, great food (most is local and fresh), and perfect prices for a grad student on a budget. Highly recommend the Fleet Ave! pierogies

As an employee of CSU, I’m usually in Elements every other week or so. I don’t have a single complaint about this restaurant. Food, service, and prices are all good. The best thing to order is definitely the Ohio City Pasta of the Day. I have never once been disappointed with the creations that the chefs come up with. The regular menu has good choices, too. My standbys are the minestrone soup and stuffed cabbage. My coworker orders the Elements burger every time we go. The food has an upscale feel without the overly upscale prices.