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A photo of Skull Creek Dockside Restaurant restaurant
1. Skull Creek Dockside Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(5039)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Hilton Head Island
Booked 40 times today
Skull Creek Dockside Restaurant, dropped its anchor in the Fall of 2017 and forever changed the culinary landscape of the Lowcountry. In early 2017 the partners of the restaurant began to transform it into their vision for Hilton Head's newest waterfront dining destination. This restaurant, which resembles an old-style river house, is full of authentic architecture, reclaimed wood, and nautical accents that leave you feeling like you've stepped into a Melville novel. The sweeping waterfront view is showcased by full pane glass windows throughout the restaurant which you can enjoy no matter where you dine. The covered patio dining area, and massive outdoor bar, the shark bar, allows patrons to enjoy the Lowcountry climate and serve to further highlight the amazing sunset views over skull creek. If you are concerned about long wait times, the good news is the restaurant accepts reservations and provides a family recreation area between dockside and boathouse. Kids and adults can enjoy a variety of games, the very popular shark bar and 'shrimp boat' playground. Kids can play while families are waiting for a table, or simply enjoying the amazing waterfront views.
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2. Frankie Bones Restaurant & Lounge - Hilton Head Island
4.6
Exceptional(5886)
Price: Moderate
• American • Hilton Head Island
Booked 37 times today
A walk through the doors into the fabulous Frankie Bones Restaurant & Lounge takes you back to the carefree style of the early 1960s and t's restaurants in the big cities across America. Frankie Bones serves coveted American-Italian cuisine seven days a week and is located next to WiseGuys on Main Street on Hilton Head Island and off Buckwalter Parkway in Bluffton. Lunch at Frankie Bones is about signature sandwiches, homemade soups, fresh seafood, crisp flatbreads, entrée salads, and premium pasta dishes. Always fresh and always fabulous! Served from 11 AM until 4 PM, Monday through Saturday, Frankie Bones is the perfect atmosphere for a business or family lunch.
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3. WiseGuys Steak & Lounge
4.7
Exceptional(5161)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Hilton Head Island
Booked 44 times today
WiseGuys features several small plates including pizzettas, sliders, nightly specialty items, not to mention our steaks! Highlights of the menu include local seafood creations and hand selected premium steaks from sterling silver. Our steaks are aged a minimum of 28 days for maximum flavor and tenderness in every bite. An aged steak is not just an aged steak at wiseguys; it is a wiseguys prepared steak, and is truly the best on hilton head. In fact, WiseGuys has such a strong menu and following that we were voted "Best Martini Bar," "Best Steak," and "Best Tapas" in recent years. Unique to the island for its contemporary and sophisticated feel, WiseGuys has quickly become Hilton Head Island's see-and-be-seen dining hot spot. Our luxurious dining room, accompanied by a modern bar and lounge, will transport you away from the island and into an urban restaurant atmosphere. The amazing ambiance is second-to-none on Hilton Head. WiseGuys features an expansive bar, a cosmopolitan lounge, a semi-private dining room with an award-winning wine list of over 200 bottles. We also have a Wine Keeper system, which ensures every glass of wine is as good as the first. You are invited through the stainless-steel doors into our plush and friendly environment where you can savor our steaks, sample the wines, and share our passion.
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4. Lagerhead Tavern
4.7
Exceptional(1173)
Price: Moderate
• American • Hilton Head Island
Booked 6 times today
Lagerhead Tavern is a neighborhood gem, loved by locals for its delicious food and friendly service. Customers rave about the consistent quality of the food, calling it 'delicious' and 'consistently good'. The staff are also praised for their friendly and professional service. A reviewer noted, 'This neighborhood gem offers something for everyone! No matter your dietary preferences, beverage preferences or seating preferences, Lagerhead can oblige.'
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5. ELA'S On the Water
4.7
Exceptional(6820)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Hilton Head Island
Booked 35 times today
Featured in Bon Appetit and the winner of numerous Open Table awards, ELA'S On the Water is a shining star on the Hilton Head scene. Fresh catch seafood and prime cut steaks of the highest quality, artfully prepared by our culinary team of experts, compliment the extensive boutique wine selection. Located at Shelter Cove Harbour overlooking the marina and Broad Creek, ELA'S is known for the best water views on the island. A casual intimate interior, wrap around dining patio exterior, and nightly entertainment provided by local recording artists sets the perfect dining experience or location to host special events, private parties, or rehearsal dinners.
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6. Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)
4.9
Exceptional(5344)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Hilton Head Island
Booked 26 times today
Charlie's Coastal Bistro is a beloved local spot, known for its fresh seafood with a French Lowcountry flare. With its charming atmosphere, it's the perfect place for good food and wine. Reviewers praise the restaurant for its consistently great food and service, and one even called it a 'neighborhood gem'. The ambiance is described as warm, cozy, and relaxing, making it a great place to dine.
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7. The Bluffton Room
4.9
Exceptional(2165)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Bluffton
Booked 10 times today
At The Bluffton Room, we serve inspired American cuisine prepared with the finest ingredients in an intimate and vibrant atmosphere in the heart of Old Town Bluffton. Our well crafted cocktails, gracious service and tableside preparations evoke the feeling of a classic dinner party.Please note that due to the size of our dining room and our tableside service, the restaurant is not suited to children under 13 years of age. Thank you for your understanding.
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8. Poseidon-Hilton Head Island
4.6
Exceptional(4197)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Hilton Head Island
Booked 38 times today
From our fresh catch items to our "Coast-to-Coast" entrees, we have the best selection of seafood, steaks and much more! Coastal cuisine highlighting wonderfully realized use of local and seasonal ingredients; with skillful service by an informative staff. Poseidon continues to impress with its phenomenal high-caliber dishes especially the melt-in-your-mouth Grilled Gulf Grouper. Check out our "The World Is Your Oyster" Raw bar, whether you are an oyster aficionado, or not, it is worth it to visit. Pair with a cold glass of white wine and you're in raw bar heaven. Poseidon's unique waterfront site at Shelter Cove Towne Centre overlooks broad creek, allowing for some of the best water and sunset views on Hilton Head. from our outside nautibar to the inside "the world is your oyster" raw bar, and upstairs rooftop bar, Poseidon offers something special for everyone!
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9. The Pearl
4.8
Exceptional(2869)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Bluffton
Booked 27 times today
Bringing to Old Town Bluffton a bright, fresh take on the dining experience, The Pearl Kitchen & Bar will please your palate with the freshest of ingredients prepared in a manner that will excite, entice, and keep you coming back for more.
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10. Alfred's Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2214)
Price: Expensive
• European • Hilton Head Island
Booked 9 times today
For an unforgettable evening on Hilton Head Island, head to Alfred's Restaurant for German and European cuisine by chef Heath Prosser and his team. Care has been taken to bring a wide wine selection from around the world-France, Italy, Spain, Australia, New Zealand, California, and of course Germany to pair with the menu. Nothing is overlooked to ensure the globally-inspired dishes at Alfred's Restaurant go beyond expectations. Along with many entrées from the land & sea, we also offer German selections, including sauerbraten, jaegerschnitzel, roasted duckling and the popular German mix platter. With indoor dining as well as our new covered and heated outdoor courtyard, you are sure to find the right seat in the house. Reservations highly recommended. Due to increased no show and last minute cancellation activity, you may be asked to provide a credit card when making your reservation. Charges will only be processed for no shows and last minute cancellations that cannot be re booked.

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  • Mary
    Asheville / Western North Carolina •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Christmas Eve dinner. We had a reservation and were immediately seated. The restaurant has a nice vibe. Fancy without being stuffy. We were sat in the main dining room which has water front views. Our waiter (I believe he said Kumar but my hearing is not good) was excellent. The food was really good. We started with honey lime shrimp & a bottle of wine Husband had flounder with a spicey vinaigrette with risotto and vegetables and I had the salmon Rockefeller with mash and asparagus. We both loved the meals we chose. Finished with Hummingbird cake (YUM!) and coffee. We enjoyed every aspect of our experience. I highly recommend this restaurant.
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    ELA'S On the WaterPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Hilton Head Island
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    4.7
  • AngelaVIP
    Orlando / Central Florida East •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Our first experience at Wiseguys was Christmas Eve dinner and it was fabulous from start to finish. We were late making plans so our original reservation was for the enclosed patio but we received a phone call that they had a high top reservation open up so we were so happy to take it! The restaurant was nicely decorated for the holiday but would be very nice any time. We each ordered something different: shrimp scampi, blackened fish, scallops, and Brussel sprouts. Everything was well presented and delicious. Although the restaurant was extremely busy, our service was exceptional. Our server checked back with us often and our drinks stayed full. This is a place that we plan to return to!
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    WiseGuys Steak & LoungePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Hilton Head Island
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    4.7
  • ConnorVIP
    South Carolina •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Good experience. Will be back!! Food was tasty. Service was helpful and friendly.
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    Skull Creek Dockside RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Hilton Head Island
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    4.5
  • Everett
    New York City •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Great food friendly staff really good atmosphere we’ve been to this rest several times and it never disappoints
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    Frankie Bones Restaurant & Lounge - Hilton Head IslandPrice: Moderate• American• Hilton Head Island
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    4.6
  • RosalieVIP
    South Carolina •50 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Butternut Squash Salad a definite must have. Have also enjoyed their Delicious Ribs as well as Burgers. Service is exceptional. Great ambience to meet friends for Lunch, views of the Golf Course. When weather permits great outdoor dining as well.
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    Lagerhead TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Hilton Head Island
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    4.7

Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in South Carolina

Discover the charm and exclusivity of South Carolina's neighborhood gems with our curated selection of unique dining experiences in the region. Known for their exceptional quality and intimate settings, these restaurants offer a perfect blend of delightful cuisine, impeccable service, and cozy ambiance, making them the go-to spots for locals and visitors alike. Each venue stands out for its dedication to providing a memorable dining experience, often featuring locally-sourced ingredients and innovative dishes that reflect the culinary spirit of South Carolina. The dining scene here is vibrant and diverse, showcasing a mix of traditional flavors and contemporary twists that cater to a variety of tastes. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for a quiet place to enjoy a meal, these neighborhood gems promise an unforgettable culinary journey in the heart of the South. Prioritizing authenticity and quality, these establishments exemplify the best of Southern hospitality and culinary excellence, ensuring every meal is not just eaten, but savored.

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