23 Best American Restaurants near Kiawah Island

“We attended a Freemark Abbey wine dinner at FortyEight Wine Bar & Kitchen in April. The food was outstanding as was the service and ambience. The wine and food pairings were delicious. That being said, they served two beef entrees with red wines. I probably would have paired the last cabernet with a chocolate dessert. We also had lunch there on another day, sat outside and had a tasty lunch. Highly recommend FortyEight!“

“The best dining experience we’ve ever had hands down. Thank you Glissianna and team. My family were expecting a delicious lunch by the water but this experience was so much more than that. The biscuits were fluffy and warm, the best we’ve ever tasted. The shrimp and grits, oyster po boy, tomato soup, roasted beet salad and blueberry bri fried chicken sandwich were all top notch. We were celebrating two birthdays and they treated us to champagne with orchids and berries on top, cheesecake with berries, roses and very fancy chocolates. The best service we’ve ever had.“

“Summer days when the grands are in town, this is the best place to let them get out energy. The standard pool is great for laps and lounging. Shoulder season the pool is heated and in the heat of summer, the water is chilled. And the food and drink services during summer are handy!“

“Mainly 5 stars because I came up here from the beach on my 30th birthday and they delivered with cold beer and the best Crispy Chicken Salad I’ve ever had. Crispy fried chicken, halved figs, candied pecans, hearts of palm, a delicious truffle dressing over some romaine. I mean good gawd almighty.“

“I had such a good dinner here and the food was delicious. I took one star off because they don't have a separate fryer for shellfish which limits what someone with a shellfish allergy can choose from the menu. Aside from that, it's located right on the golf course and has indoor or outdoor seating. Prices are on the higher end but the quality of the food really shines.“

“Great little place to pick up some breakfast or lunch/dinner items. Also has the basics for visitors staying around the immediate area. Clean, simple decor. Lots of tables outside, some inside.Kind of a cross between an upscale convenience store and small eating spot. We ate their Saturday night crab cake dinner. Quite good!“

“By far one of my favorite places for breakfast or lunch! Everything on the menu is excellent and the staff is super wonderful. I would recommend it over and over!! Love it!!!Parking: Sometimes hard to park on a busy day, you can park on center street or any of the side streets. If you have a golf cart it is easier to squeeze into a spot. If your staying on island and can walk that is perfect or ride a bike they have a bike rack also.Kid-friendliness: Lots of options with two patios and inside space to support kids .. both doggie kids and people kids“

“Awesome atmosphere and food!“

“This was our first experience at this adorable little spot. The food was absolutely delicious and the service was wonderful. Everyone was so kind and not only did the kitchen look spotless, the entire restaurant was very clean and well maintained.We will be back to visit for sure!Kid-friendliness: Very welcoming to children of all ages!“

“Fresh, excellent food, friendly relaxing lunch!“

“Decided to try Ellis Creek Fish Camp with our best friends. They had passed by in the past and wanted to try local seafood. The exterior of the building is all wooden and styled like an old fish camp. There was a long line to order food, so we knew this was the place to be. There was both inside and outside seating available. We sat outside to enjoy the beautiful sunny weather. Ellis Creek Fish Camp is dog friendly!! They have a station of water bowls and water for your furry baby. They also offer menu items just for dogs! The staff is super friendly and made us feel like family. The food came out quickly and was just wonderful. The menu has something for everyone, so if you don't like fish, no worries. I ordered the shrimp tacos. I had 2 tacos with shrimp seasoned the way I like (yes, there are multiple options for seasonings). They had crunchy cabbage and a tangy/spicy aoli sauce. So tasty. Our friends had the shrimp po boy sandwich with fries. I recommend Ellis Creek Fish Camp. A relaxed atmosphere and delicious food at a reasonable price. The service was fantastic! We will be back to explore more of the menu.“

“I got the bacon cheeseburger with a gluten free bun. It was amazing!“

“This was a great find! Thought it looked a little unassuming from the outside, but this was a favorite breakfast spot for me. Some of the most friendly staff I've met, and there's so much to choose from the menu. Food was absolutely delicious, and there's a consistently upkept self-serve coffee bar. Quaint and homey. Loved it.“

“Always a wonderful experience, the food and service are excellent“

“the food is fantastico !! second time here! will be back.“

“Good food and fast service. We went early on a Saturday and had our food very fast. Only disappointment is that that home fries are deep fries instead of sautéed with onions but they did have a good seasoningKid friendlyWe plan on coming back for lunch or dinnerSuggest breakfast nachosKid-friendliness: Affordable kids menu as of April 2024 about $5 per kid“

“I had walked past the night before and the place was packed. We went for lunch the next day. It was quiet and the food was good. I had a hamburger with a nice crisp outside. The fires were cooked just right. My wife had shrimp tacos which she was pleased with. It was one of the better eateries we went to in Folly Beach. It is dog friendly.“

“Stopped by because of the vibes. Nice dining atmosphere. They have a good mix of indoor and outdoor type of seating.Some items were great. And some of the items were ok. Seems like it can be hit or miss with their food offerings.Service was good.Tenders = 5/5Crab cakes = 3.5/5Grouper bites = 5/5“

“A nice respite from the uppity atmosphere of the area. Food’s quality is the same standard and the coffee is some of the best around. The staff are all friendly and answer any questions you have. There’s a reason locals frequently get their coffee there. I’d definitely recommend the avocado bagel sandwich.“

“We love going to get a quick bite here and watch the sunset! We always get our food to go and they go sit out by the docks and enjoy the sunset. Salty Dog next door usually has live music too that you can enjoy! ?Kid-friendliness: Our daughter loves running around and dancing to the music!“

“I go here a good bit. Staff is always friendly and service is always great! I love when there is live music it always makes for a good time. They recently got rid of the boiled peanuts which makes me so sad because they were me and husband's favorite bar snack along with the Owl toes!“

“Darnell was phenomenal—we had an excellent experience and he was great! They were able to accommodate our large group last minute, and our service was stellar. We were celebrating our grandmothers 80th and him and the staff made it memorable for her and our whole family!“

“Our kids loved it here. They spent the entire time we were there playing games. Unfortunately they spent quite a bit of money. The food was decent. They have a wide menu of pub food. We got a chicken salad sandwich, prime rib sandwich and chicken strips and fries. It was right around the corner from where we were staying. There's plenty of free parking and there was no wait on a Sunday evening.“