Best Contemporary Italian Restaurants in The Hammocks

My absolute favorite! Let’s start with the food… I have tried recreating the Prawns with garlic, chili, lemon at home, and can’t come close. They are enormous, perfectly cooked, and the flavor is off the chart. That was the dish that will bring me back again and again. My husband had the Spaghetti lobster, chili, tomato, basil served over their homemade pasta. Also delicious and the pieces of lobster were huge and tender. They start off with a basket of bread and bread sticks with olive oil, and the bread is as good as in Italy. We had the meatballs appetizer and both really enjoyed it. For dessert we both wanted the Profiteroles which are filled with ice cream and drizzled at the table with chocolate sauce. Our server Raoul knew we were celebrating our anniversary and had Happy 30th Anniversary written in chocolate on the plate. The ambiance is really amazing- somehow elegant and chic indoors with a feeling of being outside in a tree-lit secret garden. This was our second visit and even better than we had remembered. I made reservations a couple weeks ago because I wanted to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary here while we were on vacation and I’m so glad we did. I took a picture holding one of my Prawns because no one would believe me otherwise!

Delicious food! Experience was amazing and they cared about your dinner. It’s no less than $200 fpr dinner but was really good!!!!

Absolutely exceptional – one of my favorite restaurants! Elia on the River has quickly become one of my top dining spots. The atmosphere is warm and elegant, with a beautiful riverside setting that adds a magical touch to the whole experience. The food is simply outstanding – fresh ingredients, authentic Italian flavors, and perfectly balanced dishes. Every plate feels like it was made with love and attention to detail. The staff is incredibly attentive and welcoming, always making sure you feel taken care of. Whether you’re going for a casual lunch or a romantic dinner, Elia delivers every time. I can’t recommend it enough – a true gem that keeps me coming back!!

The tipe of music it's not appropiate for this beautiful restaurant!!!!

Excellent fixed price 10 course meal. Wonderful ambience and great value.