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The Black Marlin Bayside Grill, Hilton Head Island, SC

The Black Marlin Bayside Grill

4.5
4.5
3711 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 45 times today
Additional seating options
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for groups
The Black Marlin Bayside Grill offers the island's best selection of fresh seafood and is home of the Hurricane Bar. Dine inside or out on the expansive covered patio just steps from the water. Start your dining experience with our Signature Food Network approved appetizer, Sushi Nachos. Then, prepare your taste buds for our fresh seafood entrees including Grouper Daufuskie, and Sweet Heat Mahi Mahi. Join us for lunch and enjoy our Shrimp Burger, as Chef Curtis Stone, Food Network Star, called "The Best Shrimp Burger Ever!" Don't miss our Weekend Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays offering all of your breakfast and lunch favorites including benedicts, omelets and our Create-Your-Own-Bloody-Mary bar with spicy asparagus, pickled okra, stuffed olives and a variety of hot sauces. The adjacent Hurricane Bar is a favorite "Dive bar" among locals and visitors. Locals and visitors enjoy the home of the island's most robust live music series, newly rebuilt marina and our signature drink "The Hurricane."

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Low Country
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat, Sun 10:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (843) 785-4950
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Cogen
  • Catering
    We can bring The Island's Best Selection of Fresh Seafood to your Home or Office, we also offer a To Go Boaters menu for Sunset Cruises, Fishing and Dolphin excursions.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a semi private room that is a great space for rehearsal dinners, family gatherings and corporate outings.
  • Area
    Hilton Head Island
  • Cross Street
    Arrow Rd.
  • Parking details
    Expansive parking area with handicapped parking and a ramp.
  • Entertainment
    Featuring live music seasonally, visit our website for our upcoming Oyster Roasts, Hurricane Parties and full live entertainment schedule.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Smoking Area, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,711 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hilton Head

    Child-friendly

  • Hilton Head

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Hilton Head

    Great for scenic views

  • Hilton Head

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Black Marlin Bayside Grill boasts "consistently good food" and "very nice atmosphere," with standout dishes like "brown butter glazed scallops" and "tropical Cobb salad." Diners love the "delicious food and prompt friendly service," and the restaurant's location offers "great seafood with wide variety" and "awesome live music" by the water. However, recent renovations have affected reservation experiences, so it's advised to call ahead.
3,711 Reviews
  1. Mary Lynn

    Pittsburgh43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server Fancy was great. Everyone (party of 6) was happy with their food. I especially loved the Coconut Lime Grouper. This is my favorite spot on Hilton Head.

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  2. Michele VIP

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and food quality and order accuracy.

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  3. Charlotte VIP

    San Francisco14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Vegetables were very cold and that’s one thing I hate is cold vegetables

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  4. Bill

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service by Connor and food was very good

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  5. Mary Lynn

    Pittsburgh43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a favorite. All 4 of us enjoyed our seafood entrees.

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  6. Janet

    Charleston1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, good service,! It was a nice opportunity to catch up with friends!

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  7. James

    Charleston15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great brunch at the Black Marlin. We are there every three weeks.

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  8. Charles

    Charleston77 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Tried the Local Lowcountry Boil on special. Taste was good but the shrimp was EXTREMELY hard to peel. Outer chitin was “stuck” to the meat. May have been cooked at too high a heat.

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  9. Denise

    Greater Boston11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Listened to band outside on Friday night. Great good and drinks ,

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  10. Nancy VIP

    Charleston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Fried Flounder and Grilled Shrimp Peovancal was delicious. We’re looking forward to going back. The service all around was great!
    The Black Marlin Bayside GrillResponded on 3 March 2025
    Thank you for your wonderful review Nancy!! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us at Black Marlin!! Come back soon to enjoy another evening!!

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FAQs

The Black Marlin Bayside Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 785-4950.

The Black Marlin Bayside Grill is rated 4.5 stars by 3711 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 45 times today
Additional seating options

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Black Marlin Bayside Grill

86 Helmsman Way, Palmetto Bay Marina, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Arrow Rd.
  • Area
    Hilton Head Island
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat, Sun 10:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Low Country
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Expansive parking area with handicapped parking and a ramp.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Cogen
  • Entertainment
    Featuring live music seasonally, visit our website for our upcoming Oyster Roasts, Hurricane Parties and full live entertainment schedule.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Smoking Area, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (843) 785-4950
  • Catering
    We can bring The Island's Best Selection of Fresh Seafood to your Home or Office, we also offer a To Go Boaters menu for Sunset Cruises, Fishing and Dolphin excursions.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a semi private room that is a great space for rehearsal dinners, family gatherings and corporate outings.
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