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ELA'S On the Water, Hilton Head Island, SC
ELA'S On the Water, Hilton Head Island, SC
ELA'S On the Water, Hilton Head Island, SC
ELA'S On the Water, Hilton Head Island, SC
ELA'S On the Water, Hilton Head Island, SC

ELA'S On the Water

4.7
4.7
6948 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 61 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Featured in Bon Appetit and the winner of numerous Open Table awards, ELA'S On the Water is a shining star on the Hilton Head scene. Fresh catch seafood and prime cut steaks of the highest quality, artfully prepared by our culinary team of experts, compliment the extensive boutique wine selection. Located at Shelter Cove Harbour overlooking the marina and Broad Creek, ELA'S is known for the best water views on the island. A casual intimate interior, wrap around dining patio exterior, and nightly entertainment provided by local recording artists sets the perfect dining experience or location to host special events, private parties, or rehearsal dinners.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Second Level private dining for Wedding & Private events for up to 80pp<br />Penthouse VIP Dining Room available for parties up to 20pp
  • Private party facilities
    Best Water View Dining on Hilton HeadSecond Level private dining for Wedding & Private events for up to 80ppPenthouse VIP Dining Room available for parties up to 20pp
  • Neighborhood
    Hilton Head Island
  • Parking details
    Enter Shelter Cove Harbour and follow Shelter Cove Lane to the private parking for guests.<br /><br />OMNI RESORT / MARRIOTT RESORT / WESTIN RESORT offer free shuttles to ELA'S <br /><br />For directions call our concierge at 843-785-3030
  • Public transit
    OMNI RESORT / MARRIOTT RESORT / WESTIN RESORT offer free shuttles to ELA'S Palmetto Dunes - DunesBuggy - free shuttle to ELA's
  • Entertainment
    Original Artist Productions, Classic Rock, Island Music John Wasem every Thursday & Friday from 7 - 11pmReid Richmond every Saturday from 7 - 11pmBill Peterson every Sunday 11 - 2pmDean St. Hillaire every Sunday 7 - 10pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 6,948 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    Great for scenic views

  • South Carolina

    Seafood

  • Hilton Head

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Hilton Head

    Romantic

  • Hilton Head

    Great for scenic views

  • Hilton Head

    Seafood

  • Hilton Head

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
ELA'S On the Water offers a charming dining experience with "fabulous food" and "great service." Guests rave about the "beautiful ambiance" and "stunning waterfront views." The menu features standout dishes like grouper, lobster ravioli, and scallops. A "special date night go-to," ELA's promises an "unforgettable night" with exceptional cocktails and wine selections.
6,948 Reviews
  1. MARGARET VIP

    Greater Boston42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and drinks. Service was excellent. I had lowcountry shrimp and grits —melted in my mouth and very flavorful. Really an outstanding diner.

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  2. joe

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You go to a restaurant to eat, so I always think it’s all about the food. In this case, the food was the best salmon I have ever eaten, service, noise levels you name it. Everything was excellent and fairly reasonably priced beautiful location. I highly recommend it.

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  3. Mark VIP

    Richmond4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best place for fun lunch or romantic dinner in Hilton Head. The food is delicious, the service outstanding, ambience wonderful (beautiful views of harbor, perfect lighting day or night), always have a great time. We make it a point to go several times for both lunch and dinner whenever we visit.

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  4. Anne VIP

    Greater Boston34 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful views Good food and very nice server. Excellent wine by the glass choices Really need to update entrance stairs - carpet torn and dirty gives a really poor impression as you arrive.

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  5. Victoria VIP

    Charleston19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food - tuna, crab cakes, tile fish, lobster ravioli dishes were all awesome. Great service and very nice view. One of our most favorite spots on HHIv

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  6. Arthur VIP

    Jacksonville78 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice menu, well prepared cocktails and food Caesar salad always good, grouper dinner was awesome, scallops were also great but risotto with scallops so-so. Pretty setting and always great service. Nice wine sslections by the glass

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  7. Sandy VIP

    Charleston44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite spots on island. We've eaten there many times and it's always enjoyable. It's especially enjoyable if you sit in Karen's area. She's a wonderful waitress. Our table of 3 sat upstairs which is very nice. We had 3 different entrees: Filet, Lobster, and Grouper and all were excellent. We topped off the evening with 3 different deserts: Chocolate Martini, Hummingbird Cake, and Peanut Butter Chocolate Mousse. Perfect night as it was the last night on island for one member of our group.

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  8. Lesa VIP

    Charleston56 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent, varied cocktail and wine selection. Presentation was lovely. Very efficient service.

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  9. Maureen VIP

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Salmon needed another minute or two in the oven. Thicker portion was closer to raw than rare. Service was excellent and appetizers were outstanding- tuna tartare and fried green tomatoes.

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  10. Jan

    Philadelphia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a less satisfied experience years ago but wanted to try again. We had a wonderful time; the food, wait staff and view were perfect. We will return again.

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FAQs

ELA'S On the Water offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 785-3030.

ELA'S On the Water is rated 4.7 stars by 6948 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 61 times today
Google Map for ELA'S On the Water

One Shelter Cove Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Hilton Head Island
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Enter Shelter Cove Harbour and follow Shelter Cove Lane to the private parking for guests.<br /><br />OMNI RESORT / MARRIOTT RESORT / WESTIN RESORT offer free shuttles to ELA'S <br /><br />For directions call our concierge at 843-785-3030
  • Public transit
    OMNI RESORT / MARRIOTT RESORT / WESTIN RESORT offer free shuttles to ELA'S Palmetto Dunes - DunesBuggy - free shuttle to ELA's
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Original Artist Productions, Classic Rock, Island Music John Wasem every Thursday & Friday from 7 - 11pmReid Richmond every Saturday from 7 - 11pmBill Peterson every Sunday 11 - 2pmDean St. Hillaire every Sunday 7 - 10pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Second Level private dining for Wedding & Private events for up to 80pp<br />Penthouse VIP Dining Room available for parties up to 20pp
  • Private party facilities
    Best Water View Dining on Hilton HeadSecond Level private dining for Wedding & Private events for up to 80ppPenthouse VIP Dining Room available for parties up to 20pp
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