Our Dining Recommendations & Faves
A Lowcountry Backyard Restaurant (lunch, dinner)
Lowcountry fare from seafood to sandwiches, served in a very casual atmospheric garden setting. Outside dining, no reservations.
Bella Italia Pizzeria (lunch, dinner)
Small pizzeria whipping up specialty & gluten-free pies, subs & Italian entrees. Outside dining, no reservations.
Big Jim`s BBQ, Burgers, Pizza & Catering (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Lively, casual American eatery at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Course offering pizza, drinks & more.
Bistro 17 (lunch, dinner)
Waterfront French cafe at the right of Neptune`s Statue, featuring indoor and outdoor seating and spectacular marina views. Extensive wine selection and creative lunch and dinner cuisine. Pet friendly.
British Open Pub (lunch, dinner)
Serving the lowcountry for over 15 years, the Pub pays homage to golf’s greatest traditions: St. Andrews’ Caddy Scottie McKenzie, the British Open, and the camaraderie of the 19th Hole.
Bullies Bar-B-Q (lunch, dinner)
Lean pork, chicken, and brisket slow-smoked over hickory and mesquite woods.
Cahill`s Market (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
From field to fork with ingredients fresh from the farm, combining traditional preparations with local ingredients for dishes that are authentic to this casual restaurant.
CQ`s Restaurant (dinner)
Whether it’s time-honored braised short ribs with parsnip and potato puree or succulent lump crab cakes that levitate over an edamame, butternut squash and sweet corn succotash, CQ’s offers farm-fresh locally sourced ingredients prepared with a lowcountry—and inappreciably Hungarian—flair.
Crane`s Tavern & Steakhouse (dinner)
The best USDA Prime grade beef is served as well as the freshest seafood & fish, Crane’s is notably a recipient of the “Award of Excellence” from the Wine Spectator.
Express Wok (lunch, dinner)
Hunan & Szechuan Cuisine made from the farmer’s market`s finest meats and freshest vegetables. Cooked in pure vegetable oil and delectable spices to bring out the true flavors of authentic Chinese cooking. Extensive menu offers a wide selection of dishes ranging from traditional to modern recipes, appealing to all tastes.
Fiesta Fresh (lunch, dinner)
No frills Mexican food. Good, fast and not expensive. Get it to go! No outside dining, no reservations.
Hilton Head Social Bakery (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Low-key, counter-serve outpost for American-style baked goods, breads & sweets plus coffee drinks. Outside dining; no reservations.
Hudson`s Seafood (lunch, dinner)
Sitting right at the edge of Port Royal Sound, all of the tables at Hudson`s feature extraordinary waterfront views for a truly special lowcountry dining experience. Hudson’s uses one of only two remaining local fishing fleets on Hilton Head Island to bring in fresh-caught seafood straight to our docks and to your table.
Kenny B`s French Quarter Cafe (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
A locally owned and family run cajun seafood restaurant blending a New Orleans theme with southern style.
Palmetto Bay Sunrise Café (breakfast, lunch)
A casual cafe serving breakfast all day with favorites like biscuits n’ gravy and our popular quiche. Customers rave about Stuffed French Toast, Crab Cake Eggs Benedict, and our Breakfast Burrito with homemade salsa. Featuring a full bar and regularly changing specials.
Pomodori Italian Eatery (dinner)
With locations on Hilton Head Island and in Bluffton, this delicious little gem serves traditional, made-from-scratch Italian food. Reservations required 2-3 weeks in advance.
San Miguel`s (lunch, dinner)
Serving the best Mexican Food and Margaritas on Hilton Head Island since 1977. Located on the water in beautiful Shelter Cove Harbour, San Miguel`s has indoor and outdoor dining and bar areas with live outdoor entertainment.
Santa Fe Café (lunch, dinner)
Authentic Southwestern cuisine with regional dishes plus traditional Mexican recipes at this vibrant, refined restaurant with a New Mexico look. Santa Fe Café’s rooftop cantina is the eatery’s most popular spot throughout the year. The cantina’s kiva fireplace makes this a romantic and inviting space for having dinner.
Scott`s Fish Market (lunch, dinner)
On the water at Shelter Cove Harbour, Scott`s maintains a fresh approach to seafood preparation. The comfortable Caribbean atmosphere and unrivaled waterfront setting is complemented by energetic service.
Sea Grass Grill (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Intimate yet casual dining in a lowcountry beach house setting, specializing in fresh seafood and personal service.
Sprout Momma (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
A family owned and operated artisan bakery dedicated to sourcing local ingredients, using organic flours that are never bleached or bromated, and hand made fresh, REAL food from scratch, everyday.
The Sage Room (dinner)
Favored by locals and visitors alike, The Sage Room offers elegant palate-pleasing fare from the four corners of the world. Enjoy fine dining in a casual atmosphere with unique appetizers, diverse cuisine, and nightly innovative specials.
WiseGuys (dinner)
Unique to the island for its contemporary, sophisticated and urban feel, WiseGuys features an expansive bar, cosmopolitan lounge and semi-private dining room with an award-winning wine list of over 200 bottles.