This place was alright, but has some details that need to be iron out. This experience felt like, from beginning to end, we were always just missing the mark by a little bit. Service was excellent, food was pretty good, but at the price point I dont know if I would go back. Examples of why I feel this way: The Fried Tomatoes and Shrimp dish: Great sauce, shrimp was very good, but the batter on the fried tomatoes (and on the tempura asparagus) was much too heavy and actually greasy. I was surprised at how heavy the grease was in these two dishes, it was noticeable. The tomatoes were a little varied in their done-ness...one seemed undercooked. The wasabi aioli that came with the asparagus was fine, but I have had much better preparations at other places in the triangle as far as aioli goes. The steak was cooked perfectly! It looked nice, and the sauce was great. It came with little cubes of sweet potato, but these were also varied in how cooked they were, one of them being just plain undercooked. The seafood hot pot was good....not a "WOW!" dish but it was good. I'm a udon and hot pot fanatic though, so maybe I've just been too spoiled! The atmosphere is nice, though it does feel a little weird. Its just missing the mark by a little bit, a friend mentioned she felt like it is a conference room. The lighting was maybe just a bit too bright.....strangely enough at one point the lights just plain went out...that really was strange! Then they popped back on again...kind of jarring the experience. Many aspects were very nice, just something seemed a little off. The cocktails were rough around the edges, just not done very well. I struggled with the wine list, I just couldn't find anything on there that I liked that wasn't *really* expensive (but that is a very personal issue, so take that with a grain of salt...I'll be the first to admit I feel like I have no taste in wine). All in all, I am being really critical...but in this area you can get really fantastic food for not that much money, so when I go upscale, I expect to really be wowed. read more

We went here for our anniversary and it was awesome. We started with the spring rolls and they were delicious. They bring out complimentary bread (including delicious Chinese rolls) and spicy tortilla chips (seasoned) and scrumptious sweet pea dip. I had the curry chicken (yum!) and my husband had the seafood pad Thai. We were very satisfied with the amount of food and meat in each dish. We finished off with chocolate cake and vanilla ice cream. It was all so, so good. We're definitely going back! read more

We arrived on a quiet evening and were given our choice of seating, which was very nice. The manager and bartender both assisted our table in choosing a before dinner cocktail and wine for the meal. The service was excellent. The food was even more amazing. The sea bass was ::melt in your mouth:: delicious. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender in the middle. The Garlic Noodles with Crab were out of this world delicious. Just a perfectly executed meal all around. The Grüner that was recommended paired perfectly with both entrees. My friend and I were very happy with everything, and will certainly be back again. read more

My wife and I went to Elements for our anniversary and had an amazing experience. When I called to make the reservation, I was asked if it was a special occasion and after saying it as our anniversary, the person on the phone was as excited as we were and offered that we would be getting a complimentary dessert. The style and decor of the resturant is very relaxing. The clean lines, modern decor and layout put you at ease as soon as you walk in the door. The staff could hardly be more friendly, professional and prompt - without rushing us. I had oysters as an appetizer - stylishly presented, decent sized and plump and delicious. My wife had the gumbo and said it among the best ever including New Orleans. For our entrees I had the filet mignon - small nuggets perfectly cooked with a more than tasty sauce. My wife had the walnut shrimp. Again, presentation was excellent, portion size generous, flavor was out of this world. As promised, we were served a complimentary dessert - key lime pie. Among the best we've ever had. For drinks, my wife started with the Elementini I had a Dark and Stormy which came to the table layered! She had a Sancerre and I a Pino Noir from Oregon. Excellent wines and generous pours. We had a terrific meal and highly recommend to all - special occasion or not. read more

The prices are way too steep in my opinion. I thought service was good, the menu was interesting, the drinks were delicious, the food was good, but the décor and atmosphere was bland and the prices ($20-32 entrées, $10-15 small plates, $10-15 cocktails) were too high. I'm glad I tried it but I didn't find it very memorable. If it were more in my budget I might be back, but I'm not a big spender and didn't find anything so unique and appealing that I would visit again. read more

I've heard very good things, so I think we had a slightly off night. It was overall a pleasant experience but not top-notch. In general, the food was quite good, although I think the New American / New Southern dishes worked better than the Asian fusion dishes (perhaps the spicing scheme was too Americanized). We also happened not to order seafood (which may have been a mistake). I thought the tomato and mozzarella salad was great, the beet salad was quite decent. The papaya salad wasn't that flavorful. The pork looked good (and the accompanying greens and purple sweet potato looked great). Service was well-meaning but a bit haphazard (some dishes cleared but others left on the table until requested, some cups and utensils omitted, wine service a bit out of order). read more

Just flew in from Los Angeles. Looking for a good restaurant for dinner and was so pleasantly surprised. The food was truly excellent. The service was perfect. And the huge surprise was the wine selection. You can't go wrong here and I really can't imagine a better place in this town. I will be back before the week is over. read more

Elements - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

We had the wine pairing with the chefs menu (prix fix) for my fiancées birthday and it was wonderful! The price was great for what we got (4 courses with 4 wines each) and all courses were delicious except dessert. We started with oysters on the half shell then a monkfish dish and then a lamb dish. They were wonderful! Finished with a personal pumpkin pie which was terrible though. It was so dry and had no flavor!!!!!! Kind of a disappointing ending but overall the meal was wonderful and I would definitely recommend the chefs menu! read more

Food was exceptional. I had the calamari as a starter. By far some of the best in the surrounding area. I had the pork chop special as my main entree. Which was I'd say was fairly decent. I've had better pork chops before but the glaze on the pork was amazing! The A to Z Pinot noir was a perfect fit to go with the pork chop. I finished dinner off with coconut cake, which was ok also. Sweet but on overbearing, a little too heavy for a finisher in my opinion. Server was knowledgeable about wines & menu. Overall, I thought it was an ok Experience. Maybe 4.3/5. read more

Best sushi in the area by far. Loved the Land and Sea. Even the Shrimp Tempura was fantastic! Sushi only available Thurs Fri and Sat. Make sure to wear something nice-ish. I felt underdressed in a T-shirt and shorts. read more

Elements is an exceptional Asian fusion restaurant located off of Hwy. 54 in Chapel Hill, NC. The chef came from An, which is another exceptional Asian fusion restaurant located in Cary, NC. The decor, service, and food at Elements are all exceptional. It is difficult to decide what to order because there are so many great options on the menu. I doubt that you could order anything that you wouldn't like. They also have a full bar pour a good drink. We went on a Wednesday evening and the restaurant was full, which is always a good sign. I highly recommend Elements. read more

We went for the Beef Wellington tonight. It is just ridiculously good in every way, as was the Tuna Tartare that preceded it. If they are serving Beef Wellington, COME! read more

Family owned and operated business with wonderful service and unique dishes. Enough space to host large parties and gatherings - call ahead to speak with their coordinator. read more

Delicious dinner, delightful staff, quaint setting. I had the special - caprese salad with very fresh mozzarella (burrata?) and soft shell crab entree which was very lightly fried on a bed of fresh greens and drizzled glaze on top. Truffle fries accompanied my entree. Enough said. My food arrived very quickly and I had a very attentive team who checked in on me. I sat outside which was lovely despite being located next to the parking lot. They have a newly renovated private dining area inside, which seemed very nice for group cocktail parties, tastings, or dinners. I hope to come back soon! read more

Fantastic food and service that doesn't get the recognition it deserves due to its hidden location. Better than the lantern and durham's revolution. read more

So good! Highly recommend the scallops and ravioli. Sat outside and enjoyed the atmosphere.

Very comfortable restaurant with terrific service and really, really good food. The appetizers are especially good.

I stayed at the aloft and walked over. This place was excellent. From the server to the food.

Once in a great while you go to one of your favorite restaurants and not only receive the consistently great service and are presented with a superbly crafted wine list but hear what we heard last evening: Tonight's specials include "Whale Sized" Soft Shell Crabs, order them as an entree to share and leave trying to remember if you have ever experienced anything quite so magnificent. Chef Michael's preparation was simply the BEST! After their recent closing, Elements is back, better that ever. read more

I rarely take the time to write Yelp reviews, but I have to in this case. This was one of the best meals I've had in months, and presented with both class and warmth. My 25-year old daughter (coming to grad school at UNC this year or next) and I came here for our last dinner in town and I can only hope that she won't defer a year. The only small downside was the too-salty scallops she had, but we're finding food in the southeast rather salty altogether. We started with near-perfect Ikura sashimi. I then had the mushroom and arugula salad, which I told Vi, the owner's daughter, was the best salad I'd ever eaten in my life. I had the Saigon noodles for a main course which I loved. We shared an unusual tiramisu for desert and loved it. Vi was both helpful and charming. A must-go. read more

I had a fantastic lunch here today. It's an impeccably clean, modern, sunny spot and my Asian Niçoise salad was amazing. Tuna seared to perfection on a bed of noodles, seaweed salad, edamame, and sweet potatoes, with a tangy ginger dressing. I felt so energized after this healthy and delicious meal. The iced tea was great too. The service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. Perfect. I'd love to eat lunch here every day. read more

Love outdoor seating option. Excellent meals every time. Knowledgeable staff. Accommodated special requests. Love peaceful, no rush atmosphere read more

Last night we dined in Elements, an Asian Fusion restaurant. Firstly, the restaurant is bright and nicely decorated. The menu is exciting with many small and large plate offerings. The fusion is Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese. As each course was served, you first had to take a minute to enjoy the beautiful art of the presentation. Each dish was delicious. The portions are generous. There is a full bar with spirits and wine. The desserts were ample and well prepared. The prices were reasonably for the quality of the food, the ambiance and the excellent service. I wished we had this restaurant in Naples, FL. read more

Just had an amazing meal. The wait staff is very friendly and the food is phenomenal! The mojitos are also incredible here. If you are into sushi rolls, I ordered the Polynesian roll and it was sooo good! Two thumbs up and 5 stars read more

I came to Elements with my family to celebrate graduating from UNC. The night before I found out we had 2 additional guests joining us, and they were still able to accommodate us with a table in the bar area. I was very pleased. The service is amazing. It is a family owned and operated place, with our waitress being one of the daughters of the owner. She was extremely charming and personal. Now, for the food. Simply amazing. For appetizers, the table ordered oysters, beet salad, and the caprese. All of the cheese were local from Hillsborough Creamery. These dishes were well done. When the entrees came out however, the table got completely silent. We were all too busy eating to speak. I got the Red Curry Eggplant, which was one of the best curries I've had. All of the vegetables were cooked to perfection. The fried tofu added a nice crunch to it. The sauce was spicy, but the coconut cooled it off just enough. Other dishes ordered at the table were the scallops, bison steaks, and sesame ahi tuna. The latter two were specials. The entire table had nothing but praise for the dishes. I highly recommend Elements for a great dining experience. read more

We just recently discovered this restaurant and have been back several times since. The menu features exquisitely fresh seafood, prepared with Asian flare. The chef is obsessive about the quality of his ingredients and the details of preparation. Do not miss the appetizer in which tuna is prepared three or four ways, depending on the night. Other great fishes include the walnut shrimps (6 plump shirmp in a perfectly balanced sauce with walnuts and jasmine rice) and the pepper-crusted tuna. Wines are reasonably priced, and service is warm and friendly. I've had only a couple of quibbles: once a catch of the day was overcooked but tasty, and a pork dish was underseasoned. Overall, though, we love this place and always look forward to a memorable meal there. Prices overall are reasonable, and for the budget minded, Elements serves a delightful lunch. read more

Love this restaurant. It is across from Coco Bean, my favorite coffee shop (!), and the atmosphere, service and food are all so good. My favorite is the vegan tofu tacos, which I probably order twice a week. So enjoy the outside seating, too. read more

Biz lunch. Hanoi calamari was good, as was the Viet Rolls! Tuna tacos were the best ever, nice and spicy. The walnut shrimp another person had was delicious too. read more

Overall I liked this place. They had a Reisling Kabnett wine which is hard to find so that was a plus. Started with their tuna four ways. Learned I do not like tuna tar tar. But rest was fine. Nothing special. The main course was the chicken diablo. The sauce (seemed to be a BBQ shiracha). It was slap your momma good:-) servic was very good. Decor leaves a lot to be desired! read more

Morgan was an exceptional server and the cuisine just lovely. The walnut shrimp tasteful and the seafood pot fresh and superb. One of the most surprising dishes was the hot and sour soup. Just spectacular! read more

It is generally good, but service quality and capability can really vary, and they are not always accommodating to customer requests even though the prices are very high for what is offered. Some dishes are really good, but not all justify the prices being charged, and the overall experience can be mixed there... read more

Such great sushi!! Brought friends here when they visited and they loved it too. Definitely for a special occasion. Can't wait to go back!

Nice atmosphere, nice staff. Yucky food. I was so disappointed. My meat was chewy and the fries tasted like they were rolled in fish.

This is an absolutely superb restaurant. It would be difficult to say whether the food is better than the hospitality or the reverse. We snuck in and ate at the bar with the opportunity to see fellow patrons delight in a custom-prepared king crab delivered by the charismatic owner-chef. His daughter, who is charming, gracious, and entertaining looked after us. We had the two special appetizers and the entree special plus the Saigon noodle entre. Wow! doesn't do justice to our experience. An absolute pleasure, read more

Wonderful lunch spot. Beautiful atmosphere. elegant. Have brought several friends here for lunch who had never dined here before. Always impressed. The Bento box lunch is amazing. A little pricey at $15, but given that most nearby restaurants charge $10 for essentially a plate of lettuce with a few veggies on top, the extra money is worth it. The Bento box changes regularly, but seems to typically be a large salad, a fish, rice, veggies, appetizer and fruit salad with fresh pineapple and raspberries. I am not even a fish lover, but their preparation is so good, I order it each time I come. The fresh tuna was particularly outstanding. Highly recommended. Bring a sweater, though, it tends to be pretty chilly in the winter. read more

I tried the Bo Luc Lac. It is beef with onion, and some salads and fries. Taste good, sweet. But very little amount, considering the price, it is too pricey, at least $$$$. read more

Just had a great lunch at a hidden gem. Everything was excellent from the chicken and shrimp spring rolls to the house salad to my main course of shrimp and walnuts. Portion size was not huge, but it was enough for lunch. Will definitely be back. read more

Second time there great service and decor. Had the tuna three way appetizer $16 but worth it. Buttery ultra fresh and gorgeous. Wish I hadn't ordered the asian hot pot. Bland. Shocked by the good reviews. I'd get the walnut prawns instead ( my client did).... read more

The atmosphere is sleek and modern. The staff is very welcoming and friendly. The food is beautifully presented and delicious. The price is consistent with the the level of service. read more

I have been here several times. It might be my most favorite restaurant. Prices are rather high but fair. My favorite dish is Tuna Tacos as starter and Marco Polo as main dish. I really have nothing to complain about which is rare for me. read more