13 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Hilton Head Island

“The food was excellent. The service is hit or miss.Update - I ordered to go this time. The food is great no issues there, but it is definitely overpriced. I paid $8 for a little piece of chocolate pie that looked and tasted like I could have picked it up from a grocery store...and for that price I could have received the whole pie.“

“I really liked the bar food vibe of this place. We went on a Saturday early evening and our group thoroughly enjoyed our meals. The deviled eggs with 'chicharron' you simply have to try. I had a salad with southern fried chicken breast for protein, simply moist and yet crunchy. Others in the party drooled and ranted about the seafood Mac n cheese with ditalini pasta. So decadent. Another must have.“

“The absolute best experience I’ve had at a restaurant in a long time not to mention the barbecue was out of this world, and the place smelled fantastic. The super nice lady that seems to run the place could not have been more kind, nor more hospitable. Definitely a find on Hilton head, best barbecue on Hilton head.“

“Love this effervescent oasis! Micah the quintessential wicked wise, patient & caring ‘Tender… Marley and Ben E. King against crashing waves, spicy cauliflower and Land Sharks on a rainy Friday afternoon…. Restoring hope …. In a lost world!“

“The food and the service was excellent. Was my great-granddaughters first trip to the island and I must say she loved the hush puppies! We travel to the island every year. We will differently return to Skull Creek Dockside.Kid-friendliness: Was our great-granddaughters 1st trip to the island. They brought a high chair for her and she’s a real fan of the hush puppies!“

“This restaurant is part if the Arthur Hills golf course in Palmetto Dunes. Quaint after golf spot with plenty of TVs and a monitor that overlooks and broadcasts the 18th hole. We had a blue cheese burger and Memphis chicken sandwich. Both came with fries and were tasty. Servers was friendly and food came fast.“

“Great price! Very reasonable compared to some restaurants closer to Coligny Beach. Super nice restaurant, clean, friendly staff. Service was great, food was even better! Wish we had found this restaurant sooner in our trip instead of over spending at other restaurants!“

“As a retired chef, I am always looking for a new place to try especially near the beach (Coligney). I did not know this was brand new, some things are good, some need work. 1:30 and the area is quiet on a beautiful and sunny afternoon. My wife was very happy with her quarter chicken, breast and wing plus baked potato. I had the brisket sloppy Joe with a side of potato salad. I prefer sliced brisket, but am flexible. Cole slaw and pickles are good, mac and cheese looked dried out. Any brand new Non-Chain restaurant needs some time to see what works and what needs revamping.“

“Was there on 3/14/24 for lunch. Definitely my best experience at any Cook Out. Took my sister there because she had never been to a cook out. We both got BBQ tray meals with a shake. This was my first BBQ sandwich from a Cook Out, since I always get burgers. She got onion rings and chicken quesadilla for sides, I got a chicken quesadilla and walking taco for sides. Everything tasted so good and sister was very impressed. Unfortunately y'all don't have locations in PA where she lives! The guy behind the counter had an excellent demeanor he is a customer service natural. The restaurant was also very clean.“

“Stopped on a whim driving back from Savannah. Easy access. They have a pretty good lunch special. Get there before 3. Wife and I got the "train wreck." Good and hot sandwich. Sides were good as well, especially the baked beans. Mac and cheese was kind of bland. Service was quick. Even refilled my sweet tea! Daughter had the chicken sandwich. Big and good. Overall a very good stop. Will come back when we are in the area.“

“Came here while on a stay in nearby Hilton Head. Ordered the half rack a ribs, some pulled pork, cornbread, and Mac and cheese. The ribs were mouth watering and delicious. The flavors were boasting from this tack and I couldn't wait for my next piece. I was a little disappointed that the pulled pork, although cooked perfectly, had no taste to them. Had to drown in bbq sauce for taste. The cornbread was light and tasty and the Mac and cheese was good. I can't say enough about the customer attention because they were awesome. Don't know if this is a regular thing or because it was close to closing but the free mini coronas topped off my meal. Thank you. Place is small but held our group of 11 people. Nice mom and pop bbq.“

“Good food. Never disappointed with the food. Need one in the Beaufort / Lady's Island area. Having to drive the hour drive there from St. Helena Island is quite a distance. Love the ribs, chicken wing, the biscuits, and beans. Looking forward to one being built in the Beaufort / Lady's area.“

“After a long day heading back from MUSC in Charleston my wife and I were craving some steakhouse food. Living on Hilton Head there are not many options.Longhorn Bluffton never disappoints. My wife said her ribeye was one of the best she's had in years and it was cooked PERFECTLY. I always get the chop steak and it was soo-soo good! The salads they give are so big, fresh and delicious!I'm a detail guy and I notice the little things. I was watching an owner running food and asking patrons how everything was.I NEVER see that anymore. Nuff said.“