Eli's Table seems like it's had one too many years being bombared with tourists and needs a bit of a break to rest and recoup. I remember when they first opened and it was the hot new thing in town, and I think since then it has just been hard to keep up. The ceilings tiles look like they've been having some sort of water damage and are all discolored, sagging, and pretty off-putting. The bathroom is similarly over-used looking. The food was all in all pretty good at prices typical for that part of town (which means, largely speaking, overpriced), but I wouldn't say it was anything super special. The servers, however, were fantastic. We went on a day when it was absolutely pouring rain and the servers let us hang out at the restaurant long after we had eaten to try and wait for the rain to stop. They also were very attentive to older customers and tried to help them figure out transport plans to avoid the torrential downpours. I am up for trying out Eli's table again, and maybe my opinion will change with another visit! read more

Eli's Table - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

So we decided to try a brunch spot that we never tried before. The aesthetics.we're quaint and inviting. The service was amazing. He was engaging and attentive to our needs. Now for the food. I had the wild mushroom omelette with breakfast potatoes. It was tasty but I would like to try some other things on the menu the next time. Overall great experience and good food. read more

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Service was awful! Took 20 minutes for our sparking water and 45 minutes for lemon for the sparkling water after 4 requests. Overpriced and food was meh. My risotto with scallops had raw garlic throughout. My cocktail was a disappointment and I didn't even finished it. read more

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Not the place we had chosen, but being a first-time visitor didn't really appreciate how important a reservation is in Charleston Had taken a sightseeing break in a downtown pub but wanted a nice place for dinner especially as it was the last night of vacation. Walking we spotted this and others and decided here. There were full for indoors, but the night was beautiful and had outdoor seating. We were not in any hurry so enjoyed the meal and service. I had a chicken dish, don't remember the exact name of it. She had a shrimp dinner. The food was excellent. A couple of times I think our outdoor location got lost by the servers, but it was once again a beautiful last night before home. Prices seemed reasonable for Charleston. read more

Amazing service from Jared. We had duck and waffles, broccolini and cheddar soup , fig prosciutto appetizer and the Charleston tap water drink amazing. Compliments to chef for the risotto and creole sauce on the chicken. Great ambiance. We will be back for the southern courtesy :)) read more

Eli's Table - Fig crostini - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Gave Eli's Table another try because Husk was full when we tried to walk-in on a weekday. We were sat immediately. Ambiance was very poor... the border on the garden bed next to our table was dislodged and laying flat on the ground and in that bed laid a knife and plastic straw. The food wasn't bad but it wasn't great either... 82 Queen, Miller's All Day, and Poogan's Porch are better options for brunch by far. Won't be back. read more

My husband and I dined at Eli's table on Friday evening. It was an amazing experience. Sat at the bar and had the best service on the planet from Billy Reilly. We loved sitting at the end of the bar where we could see the street traffic. It felt like you were outside but the inside vibe was even more entertaining! We really enjoyed the food and atmosphere. And the people watching was phenomenal. Billy made our evening so memorable and we adored chatting with the server Raymond, who was hilarious. His southern accent cracked me up!! We were treated like family from the minute, we sat down. I am a native of Charleston who moved away, but kind of a She crab soup snob and I can tell you that Eli's soup is the best i have ever had - Huge amounts of crab in every bite. The next time you're in Charleston, do yourself a favor and step into Eli's table for a dining experience, that you will never forget!! read more

Eli's Table - Loved our evening at Eli's- truly, a hidden gem!! - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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I went to Eli's table for takeout brunch and cant wait to come back on my next trip. The shrimp and grits were extremely well seasons and flavorful. The beignet are well worth it. The chef was at the front when I picked up my order and he was extremely friendly and attentive. Although I didn't sit inside and eat the ambience was warm and welcoming. The decor was essentially south carolina. read more

We arrived a few minutes before opening, at 9:00 a.m. we did not require a reservation but we had one! Our server happily let us take a table while she finished getting the restaurant set up for opening. We did not order brunch cocktails but got right to the breakfast part. I had the wild mushroom omelette with grits. My spouse had the Southern omelette with breakfast potatoes. By the time our food arrived there were several other tables that had already gotten theirs, which I found was odd because we were the first ones in the place. But the plates arrived eventually, a very simple presentation with zero garnish. The mushroom omelette had spinach , gruyere cheese and a nice variety of fungi . The grits were extremely creamy and when I inquired the server informed me they had heavy cream and Gouda cheese in them. They were delicious and rich, but you might want to mention this dairy to people before they order. The Southern omelette included breakfast sausage, peppers, onions, cheddar cheese and he really enjoyed it. The breakfast potatoes appeared to be little batter coated cubes from a freezer bag, dropped in the deep fryer and then thrown on the plate. If these are homemade I would be surprised. Husband didn't even finish them. Overall it was a reasonably priced breakfast and quality was good, but this restaurant has a little ways to go to satisfy the foodie in me. read more

Eli's Table - Southern omelette with breakfast potatoes - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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The service was a little off this day. I'm sure it's typically a wonderful experience but they were short staff, it took a while to get our food and when I ordered coffee I was told they did not have any creamer. Our waitress was just overwhelmed. She did her best. Our food was pretty good. read more

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Too hot-no air conditioning, fruit flies, do not get the salmon!! It was so salty that we had to send it back!! That's saying something since I worked in restaurants for 7 years. Do not waste your time unless you have a dog. read more

St. Patrick's Day was my one year anniversary with my wonderful boyfriend, Eli. Eli really wanted to try out this restaurant, Eli's Table, since he's never been. He called ahead a day in advance to make us a reservation for the night of our anniversary. We pull up and park right in front of the restaurant, street parking. A man opens my door and holds out his hand to help me out of the car. We walk in and they said we could sit wherever we wanted. We were literally the only people eating here this Tuesday night. The reason why? It was the beginning of the coronavirus epidemic. The lockdown restrictions had not yet been put in place but everyone was too scared to go out to eat anyway. I'm fearless. I was happy to be out to eat. I am appreciative that this restaurant stayed open, seemingly just for us on this night. Our server was very nice. He took our drink orders. He gave us some time to review the menu and then took our dinner order. I ordered the shrimp and grits. It didn't take long for our food to come out. My shrimp and grits were delightful. It came with 5 large shrimp that still had their tails. After dinner, we asked about dessert. Our server said they do not have a dessert menu because they change their dessert options every night. He then told us our options. I chose some kind of chocolate cake they had. We almost ordered another dessert too, for Eli, but the server said that my dessert would be plenty for both of us. It was. It was a huge portion, a small cake. The whole experience was great. I really appreciate Eli's Table staying open to serve us on our anniversary during these crazy times. The food was excellent. The service was friendly and fast. I definitely recommend trying out Eli's Table once they open back up. I heard they are getting their floors redone. read more

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I have been waiting to go to this place for so long and it's so good! Their Gouda fondue is perfection. I also loved my shrimp and grits. We were celebrating and Carson are waitress brought complimentary champagne. She was so on top of it, attentive, friendly and hard working she really made our experience. The restaurant is super cute. I was surprised at the attire of other patrons because this restaurant is not shabby chic or touristy. It's a great nice date spot with street parking. I will definitely be back soon. read more

Everything about this place is awesome. The servers truly love their job. The owner is a gem. The food is amazing. Fried green tomatoes appetizer is perfection. Trout with red rice risotto was perfection. Definitely give Eli's table a try. read more

Eli's Table - Fried Green Tomato - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Very disappointing considering the previous reviews. Maybe the chef was off that day or our waitress was having issues First of all our waitress forgot we ordered iced tea, and we had to remind her twice. The food took a very long time to come to the table When it finally arrived, the crab cakes were cool and the soup a bit coagulated (like they both had been sitting awhile) The portion in the bowl of soup, was at most, 1/2 cup. itty bitty. It was very tasty, tho The menu is unclear and I thought fries or cold slaw came with meal. The waitress did not correct me; and, on top of that, she brought me grits instead of the slaw. Once we told her she again made a mistake, it took a long time for the cold slaw to arrive, we were done with our meal, and finally here comes the slaw. They brought sweetened iced tea to refill our glass when we said unsweetened several times. The beignets were delicious We came here after visiting the Bo Bartlett next door at the Gibbes Museum of Art. We had walked out to The Battery earlier read more

Eli's Table - Crab cakes - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

All of the food was great and the service was great! I ordered the avocado and egg croissant and ordered the egg on it to be over easy. It was messy but sooo worth it. I don't usually care for potatoes but I loved them here. They were crispy on the outside and full of flavor. The fried tasted similar. My husband enjoyed his burger and it looked like it had a nice thick, juicy patty. I would absolutely come here again. read more

Eli's Table - Burger with fries - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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I wasn't originally thinking of coming to Eli's Table, but all the cards aligned for me to come here. First of all, Poogan's Porch happened to be doing renovations (Boo....). Secondly, most of the brunch spots were closing around 2pm, but Eli's Table stays open for a bit longer. Thirdly, their menu seemed great for the price that were offering, so I gladly went inside to check it out. I had a proper Southern brunch with shrimp & grits, fried green tomatoes, crabcake and biscuits. All of which were delicious. FRIED GREEN TOMATOES I do like tomatoes and the green tomatoes taste just like any other tomato. But the appealing part of this appetizer was the sauce. I never knew balsamic and a spaghetti-like sauce meshed so well together. It was a pleasant surprise. SHRIMP GRITS/CRABCAKE BENEDICT Both dishes came with potatoes, so we had a whole lot of potatoes. The shrimp grits and crab cakes are equally delicious. I wished there was more of each on the plate. It left me wanting more... HOMEMADE BISCUITS I expect the biscuits to be small regular sized biscuits, but to my surprise, it was fairly big. It was enough to top off our stomach. And with the spread on it, biscuits are always a good idea! I really enjoyed my experience here. I got to try an array of different options and shared them with my parents. The price was fairly decent compared to the other pricier options out there. The waiter service was great and most importantly, I enjoyed my food. read more

This was our first meal in Charleston! We chose this place because it offered local cuisine items, was relatively close to one of our tours, and was able to accommodate a large party on short notice. Like everywhere else in Charleston, parking is found on the street and can be time consuming to find. They were quick to seat us and prepare our dishes as we had let them know we were rushing to our next tour. The interior was pretty clean and charming but the water stains on the ceiling made it feel more dated. I ordered: Eli's Lunch w/ Chicken (4/5): This dish was pretty flavorful overall but definitely on the saltier side, and this was true for the rest of the dishes my family ordered. The chicken was cooked thoroughly and I liked the mustard seed vinaigrette drizzled over everything. I'm not the biggest fan of zucchini but these were crisp and paired well with the chicken. The fingerling potatoes had an interesting yet pleasant taste to them as they were creamier than other potatoes I've tried. read more

Eli's Table - Eli's Lunch - Chicken - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Great spot for anything from brunch to dinner! Food was great & the menu had a variety of selections for whatever you feel like! Will definitely be back! read more

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Super cozy spot for breakfast. Indoor and outdoor seating (outdoors feels like your at a French cafe in Paris). Can't rave enough about how professional, courteous, and friendly the staff were. They all take their jobs very seriously but don't come off stuffy at all. The food was prepared quickly and we were always checked in on. They have a homemade berry mix jam (raspberry, blueberry, strawberry) that pairs perfectly with the sweeter tasting butter they have. They also have a cherrywood smoked bacon, the slices we had were a tad thin but the flavor was there. Loved the grits! Cooked perfectly and seasoned really well, and I usually always have to season grits anywhere I go, so this was a pleasant surprise. read more

Eli's Table - Eli's Breakfast - Scrambled eggs, stone ground Gouda grits, sausage links, biscuit/butter & berry mix jam - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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My family and I had a great experience eating at Eli's today! We were in Charleston waiting for some of us to catch a flight, before the rest continued on a long road trip home. We were a group of 5 ( plus a dog ) without a reservation. We were so pleased with the smiling faces, and quick seating not often given to a walk-in table of five. We were quickly accomodated on the outdoor patio. We were a little nervous due to a bit of a time crunch and less than stellar planing, but thanks to the great service, it was no problem. Our cold drinks were kept fresh and filled, and all the food was delivered piping hot, quickly.. oh, and it was delicious! At the end of a long family trip, this was exactly what we all needed. read more

Eli's Table - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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We were a party of six. The wait was about 50 minutes. I wasn't impressed. I think the food is average. The service was good though. Our waiter was very personable and attentive. We had beignets and fried green tomatoes as our appetizers. While I didn't try the tomatoes, I did enjoy the beignets. The presentation of both was great. I ordered pancakes, grits, eggs, and bacon. My favorite item was the grits. It was creamy and delicious. The rest of the food was ok. This place wouldn't be at the top of my list for brunch spots. read more

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During our first visit, we started off with the fried green tomatoes which were mouthwatering! I got the scallops for my entree and my boyfriend got the duck and waffles. Everything was so delicious and filling. During our second visit, we started off with the mussels and escargot. I personally didn't love the escargot but my boyfriend absolutely love them. As the entree, I got the chefs special which was a seafood pasta with shrimp, scallops and mussels and i loved it! I stuffed myself until i thought my pants would bust. My boyfriend got the rack of lamb and said it was amazing and was one of his favorite meals he's had. The black walnut espresso martini was very delicious as well! read more

Eli's Table - Espresso Martini - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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There are a lot of places in Old town Charleston to select for Sunday brunch and Eli's Table is definitely a winner! Nice ambiance, great service & all of the Southern favorites with a great bacon Bloody Mary! What else can you ask for to start off your Sunday! read more

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Luckily we skipped the hotel breakfast buffet at the Mills House and walked next door to Eli's. We had passed it the night before and the menu looked awesome. We were warmly greeted and encouraged to take advantage of seats on their shady patio. Great selection of breakfast and brunch choices. I had the low country eggs Benedict and my wife had the southern omelette. She loved the grits. The gravy on the eggs Benedict was very yummy and the fried oysters were perfect. Our waiter Melin was wonderful and I would ask for his table if you go! read more

Eli's Table - Low country eggs Benedict - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

The food was delicious once it was cooked properly. My steak was over cooked and my sister's lamb chops were undercooked. They fixed it but only after we had to find a manager. Our server was new and told us that. She also disappeared once the food was brought to the table. The food took forever to recook. We had to get up and go looking for it. They did comp my steak but probably only because it was my birthday. I probably wouldn't go back. read more

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Started off with mimosas, wedge salad, & fried green tomatoes. Finished off the meal with Steak & Eggs and Eli's Breakfast (not pictured). Feels very "mom & pop" and the food was wonderful. So glad we tried this little spot! read more

Eli's Table - Mimosas, wedge salad, & fried green tomatoes. - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Came back to Eli's Table for dinner and was wildly disappointed. From the service to the seasoning on the food, I would not recommend. The manager was yelling at employees, the kitchen was out of multiple menu items/beverages/even utensils, all of the food was over seasoned and the potions were much smaller than the last time we visited. Sad to say Eli's Table has become a skip. read more

Food was on par. Chicken and waffles and also the shrimp and grits were tasty. But the SERVICE was an abomination. Walked in and empty tables everywhere. Told there would be a 20 minute wait. Fine... looks like they might be a little understaffed. Every single staff member wouldn't look at us as we patiently waited by the registered. It was as if the would rather look at the floor then acknowledge us! Final got a table(still a little dirty). Got our food, ate it... no one ever checked in. Time to leave-- a waiter saw us sitting there and kept going about his business. Almost considers walking out but stood again by the register until someone finally took out payment. Back of house- good luck! Your front of house service is killing you. read more

When it comes to brunch choices in Charleston there so many famous places but watch out for Eli's table is set as an under rated gem in the heart of the city. The decor is what you'd expect out of the historic French quarter. The service was superb, very attentive for a bustling brunch spot. The beingets were airy, crispy and had a chewy center. The house made jam makes it definite contender for one of the best outside of New Orleans. The chicken and sweet potato waffles were disappointing, the chicken was dry and the waffles were just so sad looking. Flavor wise though, the cinnamon butter and sweet potato went well together. The star was the crab and eggs! The crab cake had a nice crust but soft and moist on the inside. The egg complimented the crab but really the medley of seasoned potato, runny egg and crab was amazing. Eli's table has made me a fan, definitely adding to my must return to places in Charleston. read more

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We had a nice lunch here. They were very accommodating as we had my grandson with us. We made a reservation and had to call and say we'd be late and it was not a problem. The fried chicken was a little well done and it was a thin piece. The waffle was not crispy but still good. There were some bacon pieces. Syrup was already on them and I wish I could have done that myself as I would have had less. This dish was a great combination. I like the taste. My daughter had a grilled cheese and she liked it. We had a side of applesauce. It was tart. It was crazy so maybe they put something else in it - like sour cream.I should have asked. I wish I lived closer to try some other things. read more

Eli's Table - Small bar area as you come in the door - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Last time we went was great. This time was ... pathetic. Party of three. Was seated and waited better part of an hour. Waters, Diet Coke never came. Order never taken. Just left. Truly remarkable in the very worst way. We let them know we were forgotten one time. Somehow. Some way... they forgot us again. We were parched. Somehow even getting us water was not possible. read more

1. Poor mask discipline 2. Super super slow service. We sat for an hour before even the most trivial appetizer was brought. 3. All of the waiters seem new and clueless 4. Food was ok'ish but nothing to write home about. read more

Eli's Table - Duck and Salmon - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Great food! The ABLT and salmon dinner plate is what we had. Both were fantastic. Chef Cory prepared them perfectly. We did take out so I can't comment on the ambiance but the restaurant looked very inviting. We will go back. read more

This was a wonderful lunch experience. There were kids from Yale's Choir visiting. They sang me "Happy Birthday". It was magical. The manager arranged it for me. It was just amazing. My husband and I drank "Butterfly Kisses". It is a gin cocktail. It slightly sweet but amazingly light and very refreshing. It goes down way too easy. We ordered she crab soup. He ordered shrimp and grits. The soup was tasty. It was the thickest of the she crab soups that we had. It also had the biggest chunks of crab. My husband was very happy with his shrimp and grits. We had a lovely lunch experience. I will definitely come here again. read more

Eli's Table - Eli's Table Entrance - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

This spot was super delicious for brunch. I came here for brunch on a Monday. The interior was cute with really nice decor, but the weather was beautiful so we sat in the charming and cozy rear patio, which has around 10 tables. The server was super nice and attentive. She brought us coffee and a mimosa quite promptly after ordering. To start we ordered the beignets. They came out within minutes. The dough was a bit dense, but they weren't bad. The raspberry sauce it was served with was delicious. For meals, I ordered the red rice with andouille sausage. My wife ordered the croissant with egg, cheese and bacon. Hers came with home fries. Our meals came out within 15 minutes, and were steaming hot. The rice and sausage was very delicious. The rice was cooked well, a d had tasty seasoning. The sausage was delicious too. My wife enjoyed the croissant. The portions were very good for the price. Overall, it was a very good brunch experience. read more

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I can't say that this place really lived up to the hype, out of the six dishes ordered at least half of them were super salty and we each tried it to compare. Shrimp and grits were good but I can't say they were the best food that I've ever eaten. We came in a few minutes early before opening because our reservation was at five but they told us to wait outside, otherwise customer service was not bad. read more

Eli's Table - Shrimp & Grits - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Disclaimer: I did not try every restaurant that served shrimp and grits in the Charleston area. That being said, their shrimp and grits were the best I had ever had. They were absolutely exploding with flavor, and I could not get enough of them. I was dining solo so that was unfortunately the only thing I ordered, but I was eyeballing other patrons' meals, and everything looked scrumptious. The ambiance was also great. I sat on the outdoor patio, and I was quite comfortable in the shade even though it was a scorcher of a day. My waitress was helpful and very friendly. Overall I would definitely come back if I find myself in the area again! read more

Eli's Table - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Another day and another brunch in Charleston. I was given a gift certificate for Christmas for Eli's Table so today was the day. Great menu and many choices. I do enjoy an omelette so I got the Southern Omelette. My wife got the Avocado BLT. The portions were great and the taste was great also. We also loved the ambiance and the jazz music playing in the background really made for a most enjoyable brunch experience. Final note we got an order of the beignets and they were so good I forgot to take a picture but trust me they are great. read more

Eli's Table - ABLT Sandwich - Southern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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I like the food and ambience very much very casual and it has a lot of food options. I've been here several times