Skull Creek Boathouse
Waterfront Lowcountry dining with seafood, sushi, steaks and Sunday brunch.
- Waterfront
- Outdoor seating
- Sunday brunch
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Hudson’s Seafood House on the Docks
A dockside Hilton Head tradition serving fresh, local seafood beside Port Royal Sound.
- Waterfront
- Local seafood
- Sunday brunch
Fishcamp on Broad Creek
Relaxed coastal dining, a broad seafood menu and Sunday brunch on Broad Creek.
- Waterfront
- Reservations
- Sunday brunch
Charlie’s L’Etoile Verte
Long-running French-inspired seafood restaurant with a daily-changing dinner menu.
- Reservations
- Lunch
- Wine list
Nectar Farm Kitchen
Locally inspired farm kitchen serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with Southern ingredients.
- Breakfast
- Reservations
- Outdoor seating
The Jazz Corner
An intimate jazz supper club pairing nightly performance with a full dining experience.
- Live music
- Reservations
- Fine dining
A Lowcountry Backyard Restaurant
Southern and Lowcountry comfort food served in a relaxed, nostalgic island setting.
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Lowcountry cooking
Alexander’s Restaurant & Wine Bar
Seasonally inspired seafood, wine and polished resort dining in Palmetto Dunes.
- Reservations
- Wine list
- Dinner
Michael Anthony’s Cucina Italiana
Regional Italian cooking, house-made pasta and refined service in Orleans Plaza.
- Reservations
- Fine dining
- House-made pasta
Nunzio Restaurant + Bar
Contemporary Italian dining with a lively aperitif bar and daily dinner service.
- Reservations
- Happy hour
- Early dining
Santa Fe Cafe
Southwestern cooking with a rooftop cantina, adobe-inspired dining rooms and live guitar.
- Lunch
- Reservations
- Rooftop dining
The Old Oyster Factory
Broad Creek seafood and steaks with wide marsh views from a long-running island dining room.
- Waterfront
- Reservations
- Family friendly
The Sea Shack
Made-to-order fried, grilled or blackened seafood at a casual local favorite.
- Casual
- Kids menu
- Outdoor seating
The Black Marlin Bayside Grill
Seafood and island cocktails beside Palmetto Bay Marina, with a covered waterfront patio.
- Waterfront
- Reservations
- Weekend brunch
Quarterdeck
Seafood, Southern classics and a rooftop oyster bar beside the Harbour Town Lighthouse.
- Waterfront
- Rooftop
- Live music
Coast, Oceanfront Dining
Fresh seafood, frozen cocktails and Atlantic views at the Sea Pines Beach Club.
- Oceanfront
- Live music
- Lunch and dinner
Links, an American Grill
Steak, seafood and a broad wine program overlooking Harbour Town Golf Links.
- Breakfast
- Weekend brunch
- Dinner
Fraser’s Tavern
Clubhouse tavern fare with breakfast, lunch and dinner beside Atlantic Dunes golf course.
- Breakfast
- Lunch and dinner
- Golf views
Ocean Lounge
An upscale oceanfront lounge with seafood, cocktails and evening dining at the Beach Club.
- Oceanfront
- Dinner
- Cocktails
Harbourside
Casual open-air food and drinks with seasonal live music along Harbour Town Yacht Basin.
- Waterfront
- Live music
- Outdoor seating
Giuseppi’s Pizza & Pasta House
A longtime Shelter Cove pizza stop serving pies, pasta, wings, sandwiches and salads.
- Delivery
- Pickup
- Dine-in
Local Pie Hilton Head
Scratch-made wood-fired pizza with Neapolitan influence and locally focused ingredients.
- Wood-fired
- Dine-in
- Pickup
Fat Baby’s Pizza & Subs
Casual neighborhood pizzeria for whole pies, slices, subs and online pickup.
- Pickup
- Online ordering
- Subs
Mellow Mushroom Hilton Head
Stone-baked specialty pizzas, calzones and a broad draft-beer list near Coligny.
- Delivery
- Patio
- Gluten-free options
Dough Boys Pizza
Family-owned pizzeria making hand-tossed pies, chopped salads and specialty subs with island-wide delivery.
- Island-wide delivery
- Pickup
- Dine-in
New York City Pizza — North End
New York-style thin crust, deep-dish and Sicilian pizza with pasta, subs and salads.
- New York style
- Pickup
- Online ordering
New York City Pizza — South End
New York-style pizza and Italian favorites from the combined Heritage Plaza restaurant.
- New York style
- Pickup
- Online ordering
Big Jim’s BBQ, Burgers & Pizza
A casual Palmetto Dunes grill serving pizza alongside barbecue, burgers and breakfast.
- Takeout
- Outdoor seating
- Breakfast
Frankie Bones
American-Italian steaks, pasta, seafood and cocktails in a polished mid-century supper-club setting.
- Reservations
- Lunch and dinner
- Sunday brunch
One Hot Mama’s
Family-friendly Southern barbecue, ribs, wings, burgers and comfort-food plates near Sea Pines Circle.
- Family friendly
- Takeout
- Late bar bites
Poseidon
Coastal dining with seafood, steaks, sushi and a raw bar in Shelter Cove Towne Centre.
- Raw bar
- Sushi
- Early dining
WiseGuys Modern American Restaurant
Modern American dinner restaurant known for steaks, small plates, wine and cocktails.
- Reservations
- Dinner
- Steaks
OMBRA Cucina Italiana
Classical Italian cooking, handmade pasta and an extensive Italian wine program in The Village at Wexford.
- Reservations
- Dinner
- Early dining
Reilley’s Grill & Bar
Long-running island grill for American pub favorites, steaks, seafood and a lively bar.
- Lunch and dinner
- Sunday brunch
- Full bar
Skillets Café & Grill
A locally owned Coligny favorite for all-day breakfast, Southern lunch and selected dinner service.
- All-day breakfast
- Gluten-free options
- Pet-friendly patio
The Salty Dog Cafe
South Beach Marina landmark serving seafood, sandwiches and frozen drinks in a casual waterfront setting.
- Waterfront
- Family friendly
- Outdoor seating
Big Bamboo Café
South Pacific-themed café near Coligny with Carolina seafood, burgers, cocktails and live music.
- Live music
- Outdoor seating
- Kids menu
Bad Biscuit
Casual Southern breakfast and lunch built around oversized biscuits and comfort-food combinations.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Casual
The Crazy Crab — Harbour Town
Harbour Town seafood restaurant serving crab legs, Lowcountry boils and family favorites beside the marina.
- Waterfront
- Reservations
- Family friendly
The Crazy Crab — Jarvis Creek
Waterfront seafood, crab legs and Lowcountry favorites overlooking Jarvis Creek on the north end.
- Waterfront
- Outdoor seating
- Family friendly
ELA’S On the Water
Sophisticated Shelter Cove Harbour dining with fresh seafood, steaks, wine and marina views.
- Waterfront
- Reservations
- Brunch
Hilton Head Social Bakery — Shelter Cove
French pastries, breads, cakes and coffee made from scratch at Shelter Cove Harbour.
- French pastries
- Coffee
- Waterfront
Hilton Head Social Bakery — South
South-island bakery for French pastries, breads, cakes, coffee and light savory choices.
- French pastries
- Coffee
- Pet-friendly
Jane Bistro & Bar
Relaxed modern bistro in Shelter Cove Towne Centre for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.
- Reservations
- Lunch and dinner
- Sunday brunch
Java Burrito Company
Fast-casual burrito and bowl bar paired with organic coffee and locally focused ingredients.
- Breakfast
- Coffee bar
- Custom bowls
Pomodori
Small, locally owned Italian dining room with traditional recipes, pasta and an intimate atmosphere.
- Reservations
- Dinner
- Locally owned
Red Fish
Upscale-casual seafood and steaks with a large wine shop and polished dinner service.
- Reservations
- Dinner
- Wine shop
The Sandbar Beach Eats
Colorful beach-area restaurant for seafood, tacos, burgers, cocktails and casual patio dining.
- Outdoor seating
- Family friendly
- Pet-friendly patio
The Smokehouse
Long-running Hilton Head barbecue restaurant with smoked meats, wings, sports and Sunday brunch.
- Barbecue
- Sunday brunch
- Happy hour
Truffles Cafe
Sea Pines neighborhood favorite for American café dining, seafood, steaks, wine and cocktails.
- Reservations
- Lunch and dinner
- Family friendly
Watusi Cafe
All-day breakfast, lunch, specialty coffee and cocktails in a casual south-island café.
- All-day breakfast
- Coffee
- Lunch
delisheeyo
Vegetarian café for smoothies, salads, wraps, bowls and fresh, plant-forward food.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan options
- Smoothies
Catch 22
Locally owned dinner restaurant cutting prime beef and filleting fresh fish in-house.
- Reservations
- Dinner
- Prime steaks
Top Dawg Tavern & Pizzeria
Family-friendly waterfront tavern and pizzeria with burgers, wings, sports and a kids room.
- Waterfront
- Family friendly
- Pet-friendly patio
Hilton Head Diner
Classic island diner serving breakfast, burgers, sandwiches, comfort food and desserts throughout the day.
- Breakfast
- Family friendly
- Takeout
Carolina Crab Company
Palmetto Bay Marina seafood restaurant known for crab cakes, crab legs and Lowcountry favorites.
- Waterfront
- Reservations
- Lunch and dinner
Annie O’s Kitchen
All-natural Southern comfort food, fried chicken, barbecue and seafood in a relaxed neighborhood dining room.
- Lunch and dinner
- Takeout
- Delivery
Carolina Coffee & Crumbs
Coligny café serving coffee, pastries, breakfast and lunch a short walk from the beach.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Coffee
Healthy Habit
Fresh salads, grain bowls, wraps, smoothies and juices with plant-forward and dietary-friendly choices.
- Salads and bowls
- Smoothies
- Vegan options
It’s Greek To Me
Family-run Greek restaurant serving scratch-made classics, souvlaki, seafood and house desserts near Coligny.
- Lunch and dinner
- Outdoor patio
- Takeout
CQ’s Restaurant
Historic Harbour Town dining room for contemporary American cuisine, seafood, steaks and an extensive wine list.
- Reservations
- Dinner
- Wine list
Crane’s Tavern Steakhouse & Seafood
Family-run classic steakhouse serving prime beef, seafood and an award-winning wine list.
- Reservations
- Dinner
- Prime beef
Hinoki Japanese Restaurant
Japanese-owned dining room and sushi bar for sashimi, creative rolls, noodles, tempura and teriyaki.
- Sushi bar
- Lunch
- Dinner
Charbar Co.
Chef-driven burgers, sushi, shakes and craft cocktails with a large patio near Sea Pines Circle.
- Burgers
- Sushi
- Outdoor patio
Holy Tequila
Modern Mexican cooking, tacos, fajitas and a large tequila program in Park Plaza.
- Reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Happy hour
San Miguel’s Mexican Cafe
Casual Mexican restaurant with margaritas, marina views and outdoor dining in Shelter Cove Harbour.
- Waterfront
- Outdoor seating
- Lunch and dinner
Scott’s Fish Market
Long-running waterfront restaurant for seafood, steaks and pasta with broad Shelter Cove Harbour views.
- Waterfront
- Outdoor seating
- Live music seasonally
Bistro 17
Intimate French-inspired bistro with indoor and outdoor tables overlooking Shelter Cove Harbour.
- Waterfront
- Lunch and dinner
- Outdoor seating
The French Bakery
European-style bakery and café serving pastries, breads, crêpes, omelets, sandwiches and coffee.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Pastries
Palmetto Bay Sunrise Cafe
Longtime marina café with all-day breakfast, brunch, lunch and homemade Lowcountry favorites.
- All-day breakfast
- Waterfront
- Dog-friendly patio
Fiesta Fresh Mexican Grill — South End
Local fast-casual Mexican favorite for tacos, burritos, breakfast plates and fresh-made combinations.
- Breakfast
- Dine-in
- Takeout
Fiesta Fresh Mexican Grill — North End
Casual north-island Mexican spot for tacos, burritos, combination plates and family-friendly takeout.
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Kids menu
E-Tang Asian Bistro
Chinese and Asian bistro offering dine-in service, online ordering and a broad menu of house specialties.
- Dine-in
- Online ordering
- Lunch
Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse
Rodizio-style churrascaria with tableside carved meats, Brazilian hot dishes and an expansive salad bar.
- Reservations
- All-you-can-eat
- Salad bar
Frosty Frog Cafe
Lively Coligny café and sports bar known for frozen daiquiris, pizza, burgers and grouper tacos.
- Frozen drinks
- Sports bar
- Pizza
Gusto Ristorante
Italian dinner restaurant serving house-made pastas, seafood, traditional entrées and Italian wines.
- Dinner
- Reservations
- Italian wine
Union Proper
Contemporary neighborhood restaurant pairing elevated comfort food with cocktails and table service.
- Reservations
- Lunch and dinner
- Cocktails
Skull Creek Dockside
Large waterfront restaurant serving seafood, barbecue and steaks from a covered Skull Creek patio and dining room.
- Waterfront
- Outdoor seating
- Family friendly
Kilwins — Shelter Cove
Sweet shop for super-premium ice cream, hand-paddled fudge, chocolates and fresh-made confections.
- Ice cream
- Fudge
- Chocolate
Street Meet American Tavern
Locally owned American tavern serving sandwiches, wings, gyros, bowls and craft beer in Port Royal Plaza.
- Family friendly
- Outdoor seating
- Online ordering
Up the Creek Pub & Grill
Casual Broad Creek Marina pub for seafood, burgers and drinks overlooking the water and marsh.
- Waterfront
- Family friendly
- Outdoor seating
Alfred’s Restaurant
Chef-owned European restaurant specializing in German classics, seasonal seafood, German beer and wine.
- Reservations
- Dinner
- German cuisine
The Sage Room
Casually upscale fine dining with an open kitchen, chef’s table and globally influenced American menu.
- Reservations
- Dinner
- Chef’s table
Stellini Italian Restaurant
Family-owned Jersey-style Italian dining room serving pasta, seafood, veal and house desserts since 1989.
- Reservations
- Dinner
- Early dining
The Market Cafe at Michael Anthony’s
Italian café and market serving lunch, dinner, house-made pasta, pizza and a curated selection of imported provisions.
- Lunch and dinner
- House-made pasta
- Italian market
GT International Cafe
Family-run international café serving breakfast and lunch daily, plus Italian dinner service later in the week.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Italian dinner
Coastal Capri Ristorante
Southern Italian dining room featuring pasta, seafood, traditional entrées and a dinner-focused wine list.
- Dinner
- Reservations
- Seafood
The Ice Cream Cone
Independent Coligny sweet shop scooping ice cream and serving sundaes, shakes and dairy-free options near the beach.
- Ice cream
- Sundaes
- Vegan options
Stu’s Surfside Subs & Suds
Casual Coligny sandwich shop known for made-to-order subs, wraps and quick lunches close to the beach.
- Lunch
- Takeout
- Sandwiches
Chez Georges Bistro & Bar
French bistro offering classic dinner service, weekday and Sunday brunch, cocktails and a carefully selected wine program.
- Reservations
- Dinner
- Brunch
The Studio
Intimate contemporary dining room and art gallery with globally influenced dishes and extensive plant-based choices.
- Reservations
- Art gallery
- Vegan options
Ruan Thai Cuisine
Thai restaurant serving curries, noodles, soups and traditional specialties for lunch and dinner.
- Lunch and dinner
- Reservations by phone
- Vegetarian options
Gringo’s Diner
Relaxed Coligny diner serving American and Mexican breakfast and lunch favorites with indoor and patio seating.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Outdoor seating
Amigos Cafe Y Cantina
Family-run Mexican café known for fish tacos, burritos, fajitas and margaritas near Coligny.
- Lunch and dinner
- Margaritas
- Takeout
Sno Cones by Chris
Seasonal Palmetto Bay treat shop making its own snow-cone syrups in classic, dye-free and sugar-free flavors.
- Snow cones
- Dairy free
- Nut free
Harbour Town Bakery & Café
Sea Pines café baking pastries daily and serving made-to-order breakfast, sandwiches, bowls and salads beneath the oaks.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Outdoor seating
Bullies BBQ
Family-friendly barbecue spot serving slow-smoked brisket, pork, chicken and ribs with house-made sauces and sides.
- Lunch and dinner
- Takeout
- Online ordering
North End Tavern
Renovated neighborhood bar and grill, formerly Main Street Island Pub, serving seafood, pub favorites and cocktails.
- Full bar
- Outdoor seating
- Pet-friendly patio
Plantation Cafe & Deli — South End
Long-running local café serving all-day breakfast, Southern blue-plate lunches, sandwiches and generous family-style favorites.
- All-day breakfast
- Lunch
- Southern favorites
Plantation Cafe & Deli — North End
North-island location of the local breakfast and lunch favorite, with omelets, pancakes, sandwiches and blue-plate specials.
- All-day breakfast
- Lunch
- Southern favorites
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