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Denise Elia

Owner / Director of Front-of-House Operations

Angelo and Denise Elia met in 1990 and were married in 1993. The couple established an instant connection over their love of hospitality and fine dining. Mrs. Elia, herself, holds years of fine dining experience.

Together, they opened the first Casa D’Angelo in Fort Lauderdale in 1998. Since then, it has remained the go-to, South Florida dining destination. Mrs. Elia serves as the director of all front-of-the-house operations and ensures that every guest is greeted with a warm smile. She also oversees all special event and private party planning. Mr. and Mrs. Elia have been married for 25 years and have two beautiful children.