50 Best American Restaurants in Hilton Head Island

“back again two years later, and every element held up to what we remembered and enjoyed about our first experience. server Tyrone was such a welcoming and charming presence at every turn—thank you so much for taking such good care of us! we enjoyed working around the menu differently this time, ordering the wedge salad, along with the chicken and the tuna for entrees. excellent cocktail as well as wine pairings for the main courses. the tuna was a bit salty for my taste (must’ve bee th mushrooms that soaked it all up??) and the chicken a bit dry, but al’s, the courses were complete and well presented, plated, and enjoyed. nice to finish with the chocolate panda cotta and Dow 20 year Port (wow!). thank you to Rupert for coming to the table numerous times and making sure we remained happy, content, and smiling. excellent establishment, service, hospitality, and experience. we will be back every time we come to HHI.“

“Rikki and her team were amazing tonight and every night we have dined at Frasier‘s. The quality of the food, the ambience and the friendliness of every patron is always appreciated. Why is this restaurant and bar so popular for residents and visitors? It’s all about the people. It’s our first place we want to return to every time we come to Sea Pines.“

“We absolutely loved the house that we rented from Beachside getaway for Thanksgiving ! It was perfect for our family. There was plenty of space and the children especially loveed the pool and hot tub! The staff at Beachside getaway were wonderful to work with and so very nice. Our house was a perfect location great for biking to Harbourtown and everywhere else. I will definitely rent from Beachside getaway again.
Anne“

“it is awesome bbq I have had where I live I haven't found bbq pit is good“

“The food was once again excellent. Service was very good! Love the Dean Martin Rat Pack area in the back. They sat us at the same table as last year. So many good food choices!“

“Unbelievable hidden gem in Bluffton, SC. Impeccable appointments throughout the inn. Decor and artwork are spot on. Incredibly available and friendly staff who seem proud to be a part of this property. Great beds, perfect water pressure in shower and a perfectly stocked snack pantry of homemade goodies ranging from sweet to savory. If you enjoy fabulous dining, great shops and fabulous art galleries- well this location cannot be beat. Shout out to Katie and Bonnie who made us feel completely at home in their southern hospitality.

Rooms: Plush, elegant, comfy and incredibly appointed.

Walkability: Super convenient walking distance to all the magic downtown Bluffton has to offer.“

“I was surprised to see the comment about the lack of gluten free soy sauce I am a celiac and I mentioned it to them Walked in a couple days later and they had bought some These are good people I wish them much success“

“Great atmosphere only to be enhanced by attentive staff. All of our entrees were cooked to perfection!“

“Absolutely wonderful dinner and overall experience. The mini crab claws and fried green tomatoes were so delicious. The server was helpful in providing recommendations on the menu. For dinner, we had the Cajun grouper, blackened red fish, crab cakes, and scallops. Every dish was perfect. For dessert, we tried the strawberry cake-fabulous! Definitely a great spot and we will for sure be back!“

“Jen and Scott and the entire team do a great job. Food is amazing, as is ambiance and service. The butter bread… WOAH! Lots of good places to eat here. Lulu is one of the best.“

“Great people, amazing food, and good vibes!“

“This spot on HHI is amazing - we like to find hidden gems, and places where locals go when we travel and we found one of the BEST! Yall have to try Street Meet next time you visit HHI - Service was fabulous and the food was even better! We will be back😍“

“Our Favorite!! Family friendly, good food, beautiful view, beach front, drinks and more!!“

“Stop in to Mixx on Main. A hidden gem at the North end of the Island, just off 278. Reasonably priced, great food - American and Mexican fare. No wait, and no reservations needed. Come find us!“

“Weird that we have lived here 7 years and never hit this spot until now. Great burgers, great service (and already incredibly busy on new years eve when we walked in at 5:30). Waitresses were hustling and still taking the time to check on us and make sure our drinks were filled. It's a good crowd here too--maybe mostly locals, but not everyone was a 'after work' clientele. We had fun talking down the bar and to people behind us. Tables are close together (not tight though) so it kind of makes for conversation -- or at least a friendly hello. Enjoyed ourselves.“

“We visited this outstanding restaurant/live jazz venue last evening for the first time. Seating is reserved in a spaced out format, so staff is not unindated with drink and food orders at once. I'd recommend getting an earlier time prior to the show, or you will get your food in the dark. Waitress very knowledge of food and regularly visited our table for water refills or to see if we needed anything. The show was Martin Lesch who regularly plays at the club. Extremely talented group. Food was excellent. This place is a well oiled machine.“

“It’s always professional yet family like experience at Roy’s please 10/10 always recommend.!!“

“A great family friendly restaurant with great food and awesome service!! You will not be disappointed!!“

“Great Burgers and sushi. Literally something for everyone in the family. Love Charbar Co.!“

“Shout out to Will the late night bartender! He's attentive even in the hectic busy moments. He's caring and concerened. Bamboo has amazing food, and even better staff! Love you guys, and we'll make itout again the next chance we have.“

“We just moved to Hilton Head this summer and never heard of this restaurant(until today)but decided to try it and oh boy so glad we did! Excellent service, creative menu and cocktails. Truly one of the best restaurants!! Loved it!“

“FANTASTIC HAPPY HOUR! $1 oysters, 50¢ shrimp, $3.00 tacos & more. Always greeted with a smile. If you are looking forward to REALLY good eats & friendly faces... Brother Shuckers is where you should be. And, food is served til midnight....yay!“

“Staffing tied me over or second to none. I have been going to tide me over for almost 20 years. I've gotten to know the chef who's worked there for 19. I've gotten to know some of the staff that were there for 5 years. They provide treats when you are a continue coming guest. Show the cast some love and they will do the same to you. Enjoy the food here that it is just as good as what they have on Disney's Beach area and for 8:30 to 5:00 you can't go wrong“

“Wish I could give 6 stars. Had the coolest bartender ever -Tony, you rock!! The food was delicious! We got the oysters, calamari and shrimp Alfredo the first night and they were all amazing. Tony recommended the charcoal grilled shrimp and gator bites the next night. A-MA-ZING! Thanks for making us feel welcomed and joking around with us Tony. We will be back soon!“

“They now have an excellent gluten-free wrap used with any type of sandwich. Outstanding. Playing golf is not required to eat at this great little gem tucked away at the Palmetto Dunes Robert Trent Jones Ocean Course. I have only eaten a few items so far and will take some time to complete all of the foods listed on the menu that I am able to eat due to celiac. The staff is well versed in the gluten-free selections and is double-checked by Chef Patrick and his staff. The few items I have ordered, the pulled pork is nice and tender with just the right amount of spices without becoming overbearing and still taste the pork flavor. The smoked chicken is excellent. As much as I enjoy pulled pork, I believe the smoked chicken edges out the pork. They also have gluten-free buns, which increases the available options for dining. All barbeque items are excellent and nothing similar to what you may find in Long Island, NY, the birthplace of Chef Patrick, and that is a great thing. Similar to a restaurant located north of Atlanta with an OUT OF BUSINESS sign on the door. The name, New York City Style Ribs. I have never heard of these famous ribs and when I have an opportunity, I think I shall pass.
They serve one of the top two, in my opinion, gluten-free pizza crusts, recipe created by Chef Patrick in the country. Select the toppings, kick back with a cocktail, the pizza will arrive within 10 minites, and it is excellent. Tip; always order gluten-free pizza well done. I am happy to conduct a taste test to determine the best gluten-free pizza, but the other two vying for the number 1 position are located in Palm Springs, CA and Morris Plains, NJ. Will require a travel budget in order to complete the tasting.
There are several beers on tap, more in cans or bottles along with the flavored vodka drinks. With the extensive menu there is no doubt that you will find something to enjoy. Eat good food, drink a few beers while overlooking a portion of the golf course. Outdoor seating is available as well. You will enjoy and if you are unable to decide on what to order, the Staff members are extremely knowledgeable and friendly and will assist. The entrance to the restaurant is the same as the Proshop.“

“amazing service and food. will return and recommend“

“We had a fantastic experience at Frosty Frog. Despite arriving right before closing time, the staff kindly squeezed us in which was already a great sign. The atmosphere is fun and family-friendly, with a laid-back charm that makes you feel welcome.

The food was excellent. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and came out promptly. The drinks were also fantastic. They were well-mixed and refreshing.

Highly recommend!“

“My favorite when visiting Hilton Head Island.“

“Had a 1028a tee time and had the best experience *both inside and out. Not a member but was treated as such. Food at the pub was marvelous, the fries had a tasty seasoning added and the cod sandwich was perfection. Would recommend to anyone. My son says the grilled cheese was the bomb. Thanks Brianna!“

“It was beautiful and felt so cozy. The food was all delicious!“

“Five star dining and service. Excellent“

“Skillets is absolutely amazing! From the food to the beautiful ambience. Our waitress Marilyn was so kind and attentive. I had the Mahi tacos. They were the best I've ever had. There chef Keman cooked everything to perfection. All of the toppings were homemade. Love that place!“

“Carlton was our server last night, and I would just like to say that he is amazing! We are here visiting for my husband and I wedding anniversary. He built a rapport and continued to check in with us while our dinner was being cooked and was attentive to detail.“

“Amazing food great treatment“

“Excellent service and wonderful menu options“

“The food was good, but we had a really weird experience at the beginning. My mother and I walked in and requested a table for two. The hostess says “do you have a reservation, we don’t take walk ins.” We didn’t have a reservation so we left. But I was so hungry after just getting off a plane that I didn’t want to search for a new place. I looked up Jane online and made a res for 1:00 (it was 12:49… and there were tons of available time slots). So we walked back in and told the same hostess we had a reservation. Then while we sat and waited 10 min for a table we listened to her tell other walk ins it was a 10 min wait. The whole thing was so strange. I think my salad was good, but definitely annoyed by the initial service (waitress super sweet though).“

“Wanted to give a 5 star rating to waiter Sarthak , SAM. His service was fantastic. I ordered a chicken sandwich plain , with no seasoning. It was made as I asked and was delicious. He has a great personality and gives excellent service.. Made our dining experience great.“

“The food was fantastic. I had the broiled and blackened seafood platter. Very good. The cheese grits were also very good.“

“Great Food , Bad. Service .“

“12/10 Subs are superb and super filling! Incredible customer service and super friendly staff. The owner was incredible with my 2 year old. Kids or no kids it’s a must try!“

“Food is great! My husband and I visit every time we are at HHI. Their clams strips are the best we have EVER had. The hush puppies are delicious as well. This visit I tried their crab cake from the waiters suggestion. It was this "Marylander" approved! Thanks Rich for the recommendation and great service! See you on the next visit.“

“Love the food and service!“

“Waitress was absolutely awesome. I had the Blackened fish tacos, and they were awesome.“

“Love this place. Oysters are so good and the service is great“

“My husband and I came into Hilton head Island very late on a Sunday evening. We didn’t even take our things to our resort Villa. We just looked for food close by and this was what was available. What a gem we met Willie he provides great service and loves this island and has fabulous personality. Our food was fantastic. We enjoyed it so much that we returned the next night for dinner.“

“We love this place! We had our rehearsal dinner and welcome drinks for our wedding here and John and his team went above and beyond! We had the best night! Food is always delicious and staff are great! Views are beautiful as well! Make sure to check this place out!“

“My encounter with HH Prime at the Omni was the Chef's Playground. They rolled the red carpet out for my husband and I. We have never been pampered like this! Executive Chef Joseph Stewart is brilliant! My husband and I were both stimulated in more ways than one. Our tastebuds were on a fantastic rollercoaster ride that we did not want to get off of. The service was impeccable! I would not have wanted anything different. The amount of detail that went into each dish was thoughtful and the wines paired nicely with each course. Of the entire interaction, Executive Chef Stewart took the time to listen and curate an experience that will always be remembered. Truly, thank you.“

“Excellent atmosphere and great music!!! Stee! is the life of the party... His parents is the owners of the bar. I am a timeshare owner on the island and I come down just to visit this venue from Alabama.“

“Lovely little mom and Pops restaurant played contemporary Christian music super friendly prices are great!!“