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CQ's, Hilton Head Island, SC

CQ's

4.8
4.8
3271 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
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CQ's

4.8
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Hilton Head Island

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 12 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Nestled amidst the ancient, moss draped oaks in Harbour Town, CQ's combines great fun, fine dining and a touch of Hilton Head Island history. CQ's has the feeling of an old, cozy, and comfortable inn. Heart-of-pine floors, wooden mantle pieces, stained glass, and the photographs and memorabilia of the Lowcountry culture all contribute to the charm that has made CQ's the place to dine since 1973. Inspired by the abundant varieties of fresh seafood, beef and game available. Our chef creates dishes that are best described as contemporary American with classic influences. Recognized for having the most extensive wine list on Hilton Head Island, CQ's offers more than 400 wine selections with over 70 poured by the glass.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 671-2779
  • Website
    http://www.cqsrestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    140A Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
  • Area
    Hilton Head Island
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Great Beginnings

  • CQ's She Crab SoupUSD 10.00

    An Island Tradition Since 1973

    • Featured Daily SoupUSD 10.00

      Contemporary and classic preparations

      • Prince Edward Island MusselsUSD 17.00

        White Wine, Roasted Garlic, Cream & Herbed Crostinis

        • Fried Green TomatoesUSD 16.00

          Pimento Cheese, Arugula & Roasted Red Pepper Coulis

          • Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUSD 18.00

            Poached, Lemon, & House-made Tanqueray Cocktail Sauce

            • Calamari PuttanescaUSD 16.00

              Sauteed with Garlic, Herbs, Spinach &Sundried Tomato Tapenade

              Salads

              • Roasted Beets & Arugula SaladUSD 12.00

                Goat Cheese, Toasted Pecans & Balsamic Reduction

                • Traditional CaesarUSD 11.00

                  Romaine Hearts, Parmesan, Garlic Croutons, Marinated White Anchovies

                  • Iceberg WedgeUSD 12.00

                    Buttermilk Blue Cheese, Ranch, Grape Tomatoes, Red Onions, Apple Wood Smoked Bacon

                    Entrees

                    • Prestige Farms Chicken BreastUSD 32.00

                      Sauteed Mushrooms, Sweet Onions, Haricot Verts, Whipped Potatoes, Demi Glace

                      • Grilled Atlantic SalmonUSD 35.00

                        Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Buttered Leeks, Whole Grain mustard Cream

                        • Butcher Block" Prime Pork ChopUSD 37.00

                          Roasted Potatoes, Caramelized Onions, Haricot Verts, Bacon, Bourbon Glazed Apples & Demi Glace

                          • Seared Ahi TunaUSD 41.00

                            Sesame Encrusted, Edamame Hummus, Asian Vegetable Slaw, Pickled Ginger & Ponzu Sauce

                            • CQ's Shellfish PastaUSD 39.00

                              Sautéed Lobster, Shrimp, Spinach, Grape Tomatoes & Boursin Soubise Sauce, Over Campanella Pasta

                              • Lump Crab CakesUSD 41.00

                                Roasted Poblano Peppers, Corn, Red Onions, Tomatoes, Spinach, Whipped Potatoes and Remoulade

                                • Grilled 8oz. Filet MignonUSD 48.00

                                  Potato Pancake, Grilled Asparagus, Green Peppercorn and Brandy Sauce

                                  • Wild Caught Grilled ShrimpUSD 39.00

                                    Herb Roasted Potatoes, Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Tomatoes, Spinach, Rosemary Beurre Blanc

                                    • Pan Seared Diver ScallopsUSD 41.00

                                      Sweet Pea Risotto, Parmesan, Pancetta, Saffron Cream

                                      A Take on the Classics

                                      • CQ"s Old FashionUSD 13.50

                                        Basil Hayden's Mortar Cherries And Oranges, With Orange Bitters

                                        • Classic "Bleu"USD 12.50

                                          Bombay Sapphire, splash vermouth and blue cheese stuffed olives

                                          • French MartiniUSD 12.50

                                            Vodka, Chambord and fresh pineapple juice

                                            • CQ's Peach MadrasUSD 13.00

                                              Tito's Vodka, Peach Stirrings, orange & cranberry Juice

                                              • Pearfection MartiniUSD 12.50

                                                Pear Vodka with Elderflower liqueur and a splash of lemon

                                                • Southern ManhattanUSD 13.00

                                                  Maker's Mark, sweet vermouth, Angostura bitters and a cherry

                                                  • Dark and StormyUSD 11.50

                                                    Gosling's Black Seal Rum, ginger beer, fresh lime and a splash of bitters

                                                    • CosmopolitanUSD 12.50

                                                      Orange vodka, triple sec, fresh lime juice and a dash of cranberry

                                                      • CQ's Beach BreezeUSD 12.00

                                                        Malibu Coconut Rum, pineapple juice and a splash of grenadine

                                                        • Pomegranate MartiniUSD 12.50

                                                          Vodka, Sour Mix, Tripe Sec, Pomegranate liquor

                                                          Brews

                                                          • Gaffel Kolsch, GermanyUSD 6.25

                                                            • Samuel Smith's Brown Ale, EnglandUSD 6.75

                                                              • Bell's Two Hearted IPAUSD 6.00

                                                                • Landshark LagerUSD 4.50

                                                                  • Allagash WhiteUSD 6.25

                                                                    • HeinekenUSD 5.50

                                                                      • Amstel LightUSD 4.75

                                                                        • Lazy MagnoliaUSD 4.75

                                                                          Featured Whites

                                                                          • Albarino, Burgans, Rias Baixas, Spain

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 9.25
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 13.25

                                                                          • Pinot Grigio, Baroni Fin, Italy

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 9.25
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 13.25

                                                                          • Pinot Grigio, Cornaro, Veneto, Italy

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 9.25
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 13.25

                                                                          • Pinot Gris, Eola Hill, Willamette Valley, OR

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 9.75
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 13.75

                                                                          • Rose, Sangiovese, France

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 9.75
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 13.75

                                                                          • Riesling, Dr. Loosen, Mosel, Germany

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 9.25
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 13.25

                                                                          • Picpoul de Pinet, Hughes Bealiu, Languedoc

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 9.25
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 13.25

                                                                          • Sauvignon Blanc, Huia, Marlborough, NZ

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 9.75
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 13.75

                                                                          • Sauvignon Blanc, Paulus Gold, Hungary

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 8.50
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 12.50

                                                                          • Sauvignon Blanc, Emmolo, Napa County

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 8.50
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 12.50

                                                                          • White Bordeaux, Chateau la Pereyre, Bordeaux

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 9.75
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 13.75

                                                                          • Chablis, Louis Moreau, Chablis Bourgogne

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 13.00
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 19.00

                                                                          • Fume Blanc, Ferrari Canaro

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 8.50
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 12.50

                                                                          • Chardonnay, Louis Latour, Macon-Villages

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 10.25
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 15.25

                                                                          • Chardonnay, Harken, Lodi

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 9.75
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 13.75

                                                                          • Chardonnay, Four Vines "Naked", Central Coast

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 9.75
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 13.75

                                                                          • Chardonnay, Sonoma Cutrer, Russian River

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 13.25
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 19.25

                                                                          • Chardonnay, Chappellet, Petaluma Gap

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 22.25
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 33.50

                                                                          Featured Reds

                                                                          • Cotes du Rhone, Rhone Valley, France

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 11.25
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 16.25

                                                                          • Pinot Noir, Block Nine, California

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 8.75
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 12.75

                                                                          • Pinot Noir, Cline Family Cellars, Sonoma County

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 11.25
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 16.25

                                                                          • Pinot Noir, Underwood, Oregon

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 9.25
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 13.25

                                                                          • Malbec, Dona Paula Argentina

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 9.75
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 13.25

                                                                          • Merlot, J Lohr California

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 9.25
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 13.25

                                                                          • Merlot, Hogue, Washington

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 9.75
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 13.75

                                                                          • Super Tuscan, Carpineto Dogajolo, Toscana

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 11.50
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 16.25

                                                                          • Red Blend, Bodri Szekszard, Hungary

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 8.50
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 12.50

                                                                          • Red Blend, Revelry, Columbia Valley, Washington

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 12.75
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 18.25

                                                                          • Cabernet Sauvignon, Sean Mainor

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 8.50
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 12.50

                                                                          • Cabernet Sauvignon, Bench, Napa

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 13.25
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 19.25

                                                                          • Cabernet Sauvignon, Michael Pozzan, Alexander Valley

                                                                            • 6ozUSD 10.75
                                                                            • 9ozUSD 15.25

                                                                          Sparkling Wines

                                                                          • Prosecco, Cavit, Lunetta, Trentino Chandon NV (Napa) 187ml

                                                                            • SplitsUSD 9.50
                                                                            • SplitsUSD 13.00

                                                                          Cordials

                                                                          • Remy Martin XOUSD 42.00

                                                                            • Remy Martin VSOPUSD 14.00

                                                                              • Courvoisier VSUSD 12.50

                                                                                • Hennessy VSUSD 11.50

                                                                                  • Hennessy VSOPUSD 18.00

                                                                                    • Grand Marnier 100yrUSD 39.95

                                                                                      Small Batch Bourbons & Whiskeys

                                                                                      • Basil Hayden 80USD 12.75

                                                                                        • Knob CreekUSD 12.75

                                                                                          • Woodford ReserveUSD 12.75

                                                                                            • Gentleman JackUSD 10.75

                                                                                              • BulleitUSD 11.50

                                                                                                • Bulleit RyeUSD 11.50

                                                                                                  • BookersUSD 30.50

                                                                                                    Classic Malts

                                                                                                    • Highland Park 12yrUSD 16.50

                                                                                                      • Dalwhinnie 15yrUSD 16.50

                                                                                                        • Glenkinchie 10yrUSD 12.50

                                                                                                          • Glenlivet 10yrUSD 12.50

                                                                                                            • Laphroaig 10yrUSD 13.50

                                                                                                              • Oban 14yrUSD 13.50

                                                                                                                • Macallan 12yrUSD 13.50

                                                                                                                  • MaCallan 18yrUSD 34.50

                                                                                                                    • Lagavulin 16yrUSD 24.00

                                                                                                                      Last updated: 6 March 2022

                                                                                                                      What 3,271 people are saying

                                                                                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                                      4.8
                                                                                                                      4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                      • 4.8Food
                                                                                                                      • 4.9Service
                                                                                                                      • 4.8Ambience
                                                                                                                      • 4.5Value

                                                                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                      Loved For

                                                                                                                      • South Carolina

                                                                                                                        Contemporary American

                                                                                                                      • Hilton Head

                                                                                                                        Best Overall

                                                                                                                      • Hilton Head

                                                                                                                        Best Food

                                                                                                                      • Hilton Head

                                                                                                                        Best Service

                                                                                                                      • Hilton Head

                                                                                                                        Best Ambience

                                                                                                                      • Hilton Head

                                                                                                                        Romantic

                                                                                                                      Review summary

                                                                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                      CQ's in Hilton Head blends charming ambiance with delightful dining, creating memorable experiences. Known for its "excellent food and service," this restaurant is a favorite for locals and visitors alike. The seafood dishes, especially the grouper and scallops, are highlights. While there are accessibility concerns, overall, CQ's is a "must-visit gem" offering a special experience.

                                                                                                                      3,271 Reviews

                                                                                                                      1. Randy

                                                                                                                        Charleston

                                                                                                                        12 reviews

                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                        12 reviews

                                                                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                        Our food and drinks were great. The food was particularly hot (temperature) which I love. Very old school. We have been once before and will certainly go back.

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                                                                                                                      2. Jerry

                                                                                                                        Charleston

                                                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                        We went with our friends for our annual Holiday Christmas dinner avd it was an amazing experience

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                                                                                                                      3. Emily

                                                                                                                        Charleston

                                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                                        Dined on 10 December 2024

                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                        A perfect Christmas season experience. We go every year. Lovely decorations, good food, attentive staff. The muscles are especially terrific. Expensive even for Hilton Head.

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                                                                                                                      4. Cynthia

                                                                                                                        VIP

                                                                                                                        Greensboro

                                                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                                                        Dined on 4 December 2024

                                                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                        The food is outstanding. We went on a cold December night and the ambience is very cozy.

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                                                                                                                      5. Tom

                                                                                                                        Charlotte

                                                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                                                        Dined on 4 December 2024

                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                        Highly recommended. The food was outstanding, both of our favorite place during the entire trip (several towns, and we ate well everywhere.) Friendly and informative waitress. We ate there over Christmas and enjoyed the tree and decorations as well.

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                                                                                                                      6. patrick

                                                                                                                        VIP

                                                                                                                        Caribbean

                                                                                                                        31 reviews

                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                        31 reviews

                                                                                                                        Dined on 30 November 2024

                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                        Always enjoy our time at CQ's, our server last night Jacob was fantantic!!!! The food was excellent!!!

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                                                                                                                      7. Anna

                                                                                                                        Coastal Georgia

                                                                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                                                                        Dined on 29 November 2024

                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                        Our group of four enjoyed a great evening at CQ’s! We each ordered a different first course and entree, and all were superb! My husband and I had eaten at CQ’s once before many years ago. Loved it then, and loved it yet again. CQ’s has moved to the top of the list as our favorite dining experience in Hilton Head!

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                                                                                                                      8. herb

                                                                                                                        Pittsburgh

                                                                                                                        7 reviews

                                                                                                                        2.0

                                                                                                                        7 reviews

                                                                                                                        Dined on 28 November 2024

                                                                                                                        1. Overall 2
                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 1
                                                                                                                        Upstairs seating at a small table with a service door constantly disrupting us created a miserable experience. Food was good but low end items on the menu made for difficult choices. Why not a better cut of steak? We expected more from this restaurant for Thanksgiving. It did not present itself as a high end restaurant. We’re in Hilton Head usually 3 times a year, and this is our first impression of CQs. Our server, Ava, was excellent and knew we weren’t happy. She made efforts to attempt to please us.

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                                                                                                                      9. Andree

                                                                                                                        Richmond

                                                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                                                        3.0

                                                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                                                        Dined on 28 November 2024

                                                                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                        Food was ok. Selection of food was good. Not much bang for your buck. $39.00 for one small scoop of mashed potatoes, one small scoop of stuffing, not my idea of a Thanksgiving meal. Turkey portion was right on but, something was off with the turkey, it looked too perfect to not be processed. Small amount of gravy and cranberry sauce. Table next to us asked for more gravy, cranberry sauce and mashed potatoes 🤣 The apple tart should have been served warm not “refrigerator” cold,

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                                                                                                                      10. Jill

                                                                                                                        Charleston

                                                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                                                        Dined on 28 November 2024

                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                        We had the nicest Thanksgiving meal! Thank you for being there for us! Wonderful!

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                                                                                                                      FAQs

                                                                                                                      CQ's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 671-2779.

                                                                                                                      CQ's is rated 4.8 stars by 3271 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                                      Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                                                      A photo of CQ's restaurant

                                                                                                                      CQ's

                                                                                                                      4.8
                                                                                                                      $30 and under
                                                                                                                      Contemporary American
                                                                                                                      Hilton Head Island

                                                                                                                      Make a booking

                                                                                                                      2 people
                                                                                                                      7:00 pm
                                                                                                                      Booked 12 times today

                                                                                                                      Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                                      Google Map for CQ's

                                                                                                                      140A Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

                                                                                                                      Dining areas

                                                                                                                      Additional information

                                                                                                                      • Area
                                                                                                                        Hilton Head Island
                                                                                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                        Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
                                                                                                                      • Price
                                                                                                                        $30 and under
                                                                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                                                                        Contemporary American
                                                                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                                                                        Fine Dining
                                                                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                                                                        Business Casual
                                                                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                                                                        None
                                                                                                                      • Payment Options
                                                                                                                        AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                      • Additional
                                                                                                                        Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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