The best restaurants in Hilton Head
86 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Amigos Cafe Y Cantina
RestaurantsAmigos Cafe Y Cantina keeps it simple and generous, with fish tacos, fajitas, and burritos that live up to the name Killer. They handpick…
Amigos Cafe Y Cantina
RestaurantsJoelle
RestaurantsCrafted by founders Rob and Breana DeLeo, Joelle brings a home away from home vibe to Italian classics with Lowcountry charm, fine wine and…
Joelle
RestaurantsHoly Tequila
RestaurantsHoly Tequila brings authentic Mexican flavors with modern twists to Hilton Head Island, plus cocktails and that bustling energy locals…
Holy Tequila
RestaurantsMi Tierra Mexican Restaurant Hilton Head
RestaurantsThis week, when the midweek blahs hit, Mi Tierra Mexican Restaurant Hilton Head brings bright cantina energy, folk art on the walls, and a…
Mi Tierra Mexican Restaurant Hilton Head
RestaurantsPomodori Too!
RestaurantsWhen you want real-deal, made-from-scratch Italian without the fuss, Pomodori Too! turns out tender ravioli, pillowy gnocchi, and…
Pomodori Too!
RestaurantsSan Miguel's Mexican
RestaurantsLocals know San Miguel's Mexican for waterfront hangs, live music on the deck, and those award-winning margaritas that mysteriously refill…
San Miguel's Mexican
RestaurantsCarlitos Mexican Bar and Grill
RestaurantsWhen the burrito craving hits or you want a no-fuss margarita that actually tastes like lime, Carlitos Mexican Bar and Grill brings lively,…
Carlitos Mexican Bar and Grill
RestaurantsRadici Italian Chophouse
RestaurantsRadici Italian Chophouse serves a true-to-its-roots Italian experience locals actually crave. Officially awarded the Italian Government’s…
Radici Italian Chophouse
RestaurantsMa Daisy's Porch
RestaurantsMake a night of it at Ma Daisy's Porch, where curated cuisine, rich global flavors, historical storytelling, and immersive entertainment…
Ma Daisy's Porch
RestaurantsCaptain Woody's Seafood Bar
RestaurantsCraving something local and unfussy this week? Captain Woody's Seafood Bar turns out fresh, inspired plates like He Crab Soup, sesame…
Captain Woody's Seafood Bar
RestaurantsChick-fil-A
RestaurantsFast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.
Chick-fil-A
RestaurantsHook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar
RestaurantsCasual chain dishing up seafood boils, fried baskets, crabs and other classic fare.
Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar
RestaurantsJim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q
RestaurantsLaid-back chain known for slow-cooked BBQ & cheese biscuits, plus burgers, salads & classic sides.
Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q
RestaurantsRiver House
RestaurantsThis week, make River House your special-occasion move, where Chef de Cuisine Daniel Vesey sends out elevated Lowcountry steaks and seafood…
River House
RestaurantsNakama Sushi Bar & Grill
RestaurantsNakama Sushi Bar & Grill keeps weeknights interesting with fresh sushi and sashimi, plus a full bar stocked with beer, wine and plenty of…
Nakama Sushi Bar & Grill
RestaurantsBullies BBQ
RestaurantsOld-school, counter-service joint in a gas station offering BBQ meats & sides to eat in or take out.
Bullies BBQ
RestaurantsCahill's Market & Chicken Kitchen
RestaurantsFresh produce & Southern cooking featuring farm-to-table ingredients offered in a country cottage.
Cahill's Market & Chicken Kitchen
RestaurantsGiuseppi’s Pizza & Pasta House Shelter Cove
RestaurantsFamily-friendly Italian spot featuring Pittsburgh-style pizza, pasta & sandwiches, plus sports TV.
Giuseppi’s Pizza & Pasta House Shelter Cove
RestaurantsNew York City Pizza
RestaurantsNew York City Pizza keeps it simple, using 100% all natural ingredients with no preservatives for pies that taste like they were made to be…
New York City Pizza
RestaurantsSage Room
RestaurantsElevated American fare & wines in a casually upscale space with an open kitchen & chef's table.
Sage Room
RestaurantsUncle Billy's Burger Joint
RestaurantsUncle Billy's Burger Joint nails the griddled smashburger vibe with creative riffs like The Steakhouse and The Honky Tonk, plus…
Uncle Billy's Burger Joint
RestaurantsAsian Bistro
RestaurantsAsian Bistro keeps Hilton Head fed with a big, comfy menu of Chinese and Japanese favorites, from crisp sushi rolls to fried rice that…
Asian Bistro
RestaurantsFujiyama
RestaurantsCasual spot for hibachi, sushi, and other authentic Japanese fare, plus takeout.
Fujiyama
RestaurantsGiuseppi's Pizza & Pasta House
RestaurantsFor a low-key dinner that hits the spot, Giuseppi's Pizza & Pasta House brings Pittsburgh-style pies, hearty pastas, wings, and sandwiches,…
Giuseppi's Pizza & Pasta House
RestaurantsNectar Farm Kitchen Old Town
RestaurantsCasual, Southern-inspired, local eats with outdoor seating served in a farmhouse-style setting.
Nectar Farm Kitchen Old Town
RestaurantsThe Porch
RestaurantsWhen you need a reliable reset this week, The Porch has you covered with eggs Benedict and breakfast burritos in the morning, fresh catch…
The Porch
RestaurantsTin & Tallow
RestaurantsTin & Tallow is the spot when you want a tallow-smashed burger with ridiculous crispy edges, waffle fries, and a rotating Burger of the…
Tin & Tallow
RestaurantsBowdie's Chophouse
RestaurantsUpscale steakhouse serving hand-cut prime meats, plus seafood and cocktails.
Bowdie's Chophouse
RestaurantsCoastal Capri Ristorante
RestaurantsRoomy, well-appointed restaurant offering elevated Italian cuisine, plus wine & specialty martinis.
Coastal Capri Ristorante
RestaurantsThe Smokehouse
RestaurantsFor those Bluffton nights when you want a legit game day spot without the chaos, The Smokehouse delivers award-winning BBQ, house-smoked…
The Smokehouse
RestaurantsPalmetto Bay SunRise Cafe
RestaurantsIf you’re craving a legit morning win, Palmetto Bay Sunrise Cafe has been a locals’ go-to for 20+ years. Think stuffed French toast, Crab…
Palmetto Bay SunRise Cafe
RestaurantsStellini Italian Restaurant
RestaurantsVeteran mainstay dishing up rustic Italian cuisine, from calamari marinara to veal saltimbocca.
Stellini Italian Restaurant
RestaurantsFraser's Tavern
RestaurantsIf your week needs a little Lowcountry comfort, Fraser's Tavern keeps it easy with low-and-slow barbecue, signature short rib-brisket-chuck…
Fraser's Tavern
RestaurantsLinks, an American Grill
RestaurantsLinks, an American Grill sets up shop inside the Harbour Town Clubhouse with signature cuts like Chateaubriand for Two and A5 Wagyu, a Wine…
Links, an American Grill
RestaurantsGusto Ristorante
RestaurantsWhether you need a midweek reset or a proper celebration, Gusto Ristorante brings elegant Northern Italian cooking in a romantic setting,…
Gusto Ristorante
RestaurantsThe Beach Bear
RestaurantsWhether you want a post-beach smoothie, a frozen cocktail, or a no-fuss handheld, The Beach Bear keeps it easy next to the Hilton Head…
The Beach Bear
RestaurantsSkull Creek Boathouse
RestaurantsSkull Creek Boathouse nails that after-work exhale with front-row water views, boats drifting by, even the occasional dolphin cameo. Go for…
Skull Creek Boathouse
RestaurantsStreet Meet The American Tavern
RestaurantsTavern highlighting craft beers along with American bar food such as wings, sandwiches & burgers.
Street Meet The American Tavern
RestaurantsThe Quarterdeck
RestaurantsLocals know The Quarterdeck for ridiculously fresh, Lowcountry seafood and a rooftop oyster bar with 270-degree views of Harbour Town and…
The Quarterdeck
RestaurantsBella Italia Pizza
RestaurantsStraightforward pizza parlor whipping up specialty & gluten-free pies, plus subs & Italian entrees.
Bella Italia Pizza
RestaurantsWiseGuys
RestaurantsStylish restaurant & bar with a deep wine list specializing in steaks & small plates.
WiseGuys
RestaurantsFat Baby's Pizza & Subs
RestaurantsCounter-service joint making thin-crust pies & sandwiches in a relaxed setting with a jukebox & TVs.
Fat Baby's Pizza & Subs
RestaurantsThe Sandbar
RestaurantsLively pick for Southern & Caribbean comfort food, plus drinks, in spacious surrounds with a patio.
The Sandbar
RestaurantsChar Bar Co.
RestaurantsChar Bar Co. somehow makes the burger-or-sushi debate easy. Their chef-driven menu turns out award-winning patties, inventive rolls by…
Char Bar Co.
RestaurantsThe Bank
RestaurantsLaid-back brewery with a kids' play area dishing up beer and pub grub (pizza, burgers, wings).
The Bank
RestaurantsHogsHead Kitchen and Wine Bar
RestaurantsHogsHead Kitchen and Wine Bar leans into creative Lowcountry comfort with locally sourced dishes, a legit wine list, smart bourbon picks,…
HogsHead Kitchen and Wine Bar
RestaurantsPiatti
RestaurantsIf you’re craving the real deal, Piatti keeps it fresh and seasonal, from silky house-rolled ravioli to prosciutto-sliced antipasto, plus a…
Piatti
RestaurantsTop Dawg Tavern & Pizzeria - Hilton Head
RestaurantsCasual, resort-style eatery for burgers, wings and other classic fare, plus a dog-friendly patio.
Top Dawg Tavern & Pizzeria - Hilton Head
RestaurantsSouthern Coney
RestaurantsSouthern Coney nails the no-fuss, neighborhood-diner thing with fluffy pancakes that actually live up to the hype, plus burgers and…
Southern Coney
RestaurantsNectar
RestaurantsSouthern classics like grits, fried chicken & catfish in an airy, easygoing farm-to-table eatery.
Nectar
RestaurantsBad Biscuit
RestaurantsBad Biscuit turns biscuits into serious meals, pairing classic Lowcountry and Southern staples with fun twists, plus satisfying brunch…
Bad Biscuit
RestaurantsGiuseppi's Pizza
RestaurantsCozy yet festive sports-themed joint dishing up Italian favorites plus pizza by the slice or pie.
Giuseppi's Pizza
RestaurantsCowboy Brazilian Steakhouse
RestaurantsWhen protein calls, Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse answers with a parade of 16 cuts carved tableside by Gauchos, a 30+ item salad bar, and…
Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse
RestaurantsOmbra Cucina Italiana
RestaurantsWith Chef Michael Cirafesi racking up local Best Chef nods and a menu that leans into local seafood and elevated Italian cooking, Ombra…
Ombra Cucina Italiana
RestaurantsELA'S on the Water
RestaurantsELA'S on the Water is that rare combo of polished and genuinely local, with fresh catch seafood, prime steaks, and harbor views that make…
ELA'S on the Water
RestaurantsSlowcountry BBQ & Grill
RestaurantsSlowcountry BBQ & Grill leans into the good kind of slow with slow-smoked barbecue, hand-pattied burgers, crispy chicken, and a roster of…
Slowcountry BBQ & Grill
RestaurantsOKKO Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Restaurant
RestaurantsWhen you need fresh rolls, sizzling hibachi, and zero fuss, OKKO Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Restaurant has you covered with classic cuts,…
OKKO Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Restaurant
RestaurantsSkull Creek Dockside
RestaurantsSkull Creek Dockside is the easy choice when you want family friendly energy, fresh seafood, BBQ, burgers, and flatbreads without fuss. Sit…
Skull Creek Dockside
RestaurantsFrosty Frog Cafe
RestaurantsFrosty Frog Cafe keeps things laid-back with beachy vibes, lots of TVs, and a patio that begs for another round of daiquiris. When you need…
Frosty Frog Cafe
RestaurantsCrane's Tavern
RestaurantsWhen you want prime rib that means business, seafood done right, and a wine list with actual curation, Crane's Tavern delivers in a clubby,…
Crane's Tavern
RestaurantsNunzio Restaurant + Bar
RestaurantsLow-key, dinner-only eatery offering locally sourced, Italian cuisine, wine & happy-hour specials.
Nunzio Restaurant + Bar
RestaurantsThe Market Cafe at Michael Anthony's
RestaurantsRelaxed Italian market and cafe offering lunch, dinner, and happy hours.
The Market Cafe at Michael Anthony's
RestaurantsHilton Head Diner
RestaurantsHilton Head Diner is that reliable local spot for breakfast all day, classic comfort plates, and an in-house bakery that fuels your sweet…
Hilton Head Diner
RestaurantsBenny's Coastal Kitchen
RestaurantsBenny's Coastal Kitchen is a casually sophisticated waterfront hangout with a rooftop bar, weekly entertainment, and a seasonal…
Benny's Coastal Kitchen
Restaurants843 Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
Restaurants843 Korean BBQ & Hot Pot brings tableside Korean barbecue and build-your-own hot pot together in one all-you-can-eat hangout. Round up a…
843 Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
RestaurantsLocal Pie
RestaurantsWhether you're chasing a crispy, blistered crust or a saucy slice, Local Pie turns out wood-fired pies at 800 degrees with a light,…
Local Pie
RestaurantsGringo's Diner
RestaurantsUnfussy, low-key restaurant offering American comfort fare & Mexican cuisine, plus patio seating.
Gringo's Diner
RestaurantsOne Hot Mama's BBQ
RestaurantsOne Hot Mama's BBQ nails the family-friendly, pit-to-plate vibe right here in Bluffton, with baby-back ribs, authentic BBQ platters,…
One Hot Mama's BBQ
RestaurantsOld Oyster Factory Restaurant
RestaurantsRustic-chic seafood restaurant with waterside seating on a private pier & a lounge with bar menu.
Old Oyster Factory Restaurant
RestaurantsPomodori Italian Eatery
RestaurantsPomodori Italian Eatery is that reliable, delicious little gem serving traditional, made-from-scratch Italian inspired by Chef Amanda’s…
Pomodori Italian Eatery
RestaurantsDough Boys Pizza
RestaurantsDough Boys Pizza keeps it low-key and local, slinging pies on organic spring wheat dough with San Marzano sauce, Wisconsin cheese, plus…
Dough Boys Pizza
RestaurantsCafe Al Dente of New York
RestaurantsCafe Al Dente of New York is serving serious comforts, from rigatoni a la vodka crowned with burrata to seafood fra diavolo loaded with…
Cafe Al Dente of New York
RestaurantsHudson's Seafood House On The Docks
RestaurantsLocals know Hudson's Seafood House On The Docks is where boats unload straight to the kitchen, so plates of oysters, shrimp, and seasonal…
Hudson's Seafood House On The Docks
RestaurantsA Lowcountry Backyard Restaurant
RestaurantsSkip the fuss and grab real-deal Lowcountry comfort at A Lowcountry Backyard Restaurant, the Hilton Head spot locals claim as their own.…
A Lowcountry Backyard Restaurant
RestaurantsGT International Cafe
RestaurantsDown-home destination whipping up classic breakfast & lunch plates, plus a kid's menu.
GT International Cafe
RestaurantsSaigon Cafe | Vietnamese
RestaurantsSaigon Cafe is a snug, no-frills spot locals lean on for steaming noodle soups, quick stir-fried plates, and fresh, bright flavors that…
Saigon Cafe | Vietnamese
RestaurantsMangiamo's Hilton Head Pizza Co
RestaurantsWhen your week needs a reliable slice and a place to cheer, Mangiamo's Hilton Head Pizza Co has classic pies, hearty pastas, saucy wings,…
Mangiamo's Hilton Head Pizza Co
RestaurantsCoast
RestaurantsNeed a no-fuss seafood night this week with legit beach vibes, frozen craft cocktails, and live tunes? Coast keeps it local with a raw bar…
Coast
RestaurantsMellow Mushroom
RestaurantsMellow Mushroom is the locally owned, island-inspired spot for creative stone-baked pies, munchies, calzones, and even burgers, backed by…
Mellow Mushroom
RestaurantsChophouse 119
RestaurantsWhether it’s a midweek win or big occasion, Chophouse 119 brings classic New York steakhouse swagger to the island, with serious steaks,…
Chophouse 119
RestaurantsOkan
RestaurantsWith James Beard 2023 Emerging Chef semifinalist Bernard Bennett at the helm, Okan channels West African, Caribbean, and South Carolina…
Okan
RestaurantsYummy House
RestaurantsYummy House leans into the classics with fresh ingredients and spot-on seasoning, from General Tso’s to beef with broccoli, and they make…
Yummy House
RestaurantsWayback Burgers
RestaurantsMade-to-order burgers & milkshakes fill out the menu at this quick-serve chain with retro decor.
Wayback Burgers
RestaurantsHinoki
RestaurantsOwned by Japanese chefs Teruyuki Suzuki and Chikara Yamagishi, Hinoki turns weeknights into little rituals with pristine sushi, comforting…
Hinoki
RestaurantsBrother Shucker's Bar & Grill
RestaurantsWhen a seafood craving hits and you want a place that actually feels local, Brother Shucker's Bar & Grill delivers with oysters, fried…
Brother Shucker's Bar & Grill
RestaurantsFARM Bluffton
RestaurantsSeasonally inspired, locally sourced, and crafted right here, FARM Bluffton keeps the menu moving with what local farmers and fishermen…
FARM Bluffton
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