46 Best Bars in Hilton Head Island

“Kari was our AMAZING waitress for our 2nd anniversary dinner! She handled all of our requests with ease, got us a personalized dessert, and even took photos of us at sunset. We couldn’t have asked for a better server, meal, or experience to celebrate!“

“9/17/25 was our 2nd trip to Benny's and it did not disappoint either time. Our first trip was last fall when you had just opened & the rooftop was not completed yet. Me, my sister & my niece were delighted with our choices...grouper, seafood cannelloni , Brazilian fish stew...WOW!! But what we were most impressed with was our waiter, Ladrae' Foster, a young 20 year old man. He was lots of fun and very knowledgeable about the menu. We asked LOTS of questions about entrees and he always had the most detailed answer. Excellent service, too! We'll definitely be back!“

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

“Horrible manager on 10/13/2022! He ruined my daughter's 5 year anniversary dinner. They were in from out of state to attend a golf tournament and celebrate their anniversary. When it came time for payment the manager came over and told them they don't accept Discover and was really rude and belittled them for not having any other type of payment with them. There are no signs posted that they don't take Discover. The manager said what do you want us to do, sit everyone down beforehand and tell them we don't take Discover. A sign should have been posted. Every other establishment they visited in Hilton Head took Discover. The manager could have been nice about it while they secured another form of payment instead of belittling them in front of everyone. Their waiter was amazing though. Seems they need to promote the waiter as the new manager.“

“Delicious- great service and delicious halibut and polenta“

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

“Had a great meal a Catch 22 on Thursday 2/15/24. Food was delicious and our server, Derick, was the best.“

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

“We had the most enjoyable dinner. Atmosphere was great! Our server Jessica was fantastic! Dinner was delicious! 5 stars!! Loved it!!“

“12/10. Came to Zunzibar in Hilton Head Island on a Monday evening and was immediately so happy we did. There was incredible live music (that had the perfect volume - I we were sitting closest to him and never felt like we were yelling to talk or that it was overwhelming), the drinks were amazing, and the service was top notch. If you want somewhere that has great drinks, a laid-back atmosphere, and Instagram-worthy decor, definitely check them out! We will absolutely be back.“

“Drinks were good, music great. However. we ordered chili fries for $10.95 and asked for the chili on the side. we got the fries with chili in a small cup. But when we got the bill we were charged full price AND $1.00 extra for chili on the side. WTH. We didn't get extra chili!!!!! One dollar is not a big deal, overcharging is!!!!“

“Good food. Value. Dueling pianos on Tuesday was totally fun“

“Awesome place. We were debating where to eat between the burger place or the Mexican place. Only after sitting down outside we learnt we can order from both, and even a third Pizza restaurant. Super awesome. I got the burger. My wife got the quesadilla. And daughter got eh pizza. Family happy😏“

“Micah and Seth are the best bartenders!!“

“This place was one of the highlights of our vacation! We stayed in sea pines and walked along the beach every day to get drinks at the bar. The staff were so accommodating and was able to make us rum buckets of our choice even though they weren’t on the menu! We also loved the tiki toss game near the bar and played for hours on end. The view of the ocean from the bar is amazing. Also the bathrooms were clean. 10/10 recommend!“

“Loved this little haunt on my 2022 trip to HHI. I was told if you want a bar that’s not a touristy money trap, then this is the place. They were right! I came for my 30th birthday and just about everyone in the bar wanted to buy me a drink. Such a great vibe and great people. Wonderful conversations with both staff and patrons. I believe the bartender’s name was Doug, he was the coolest and even hung out a bit with us after his shift was over. I will never forget that night, thank you Cool Cats for an awesome 30th birthday.“

“bartender was very cooperative, the drink was strong and the appetizers were tasty, Spanish music was on point ....people were humble and kind“

“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.“

“Scott and his team are awesome! They accommodated a large party for us at the last minute. They also put up with our wild and crazy kids on a Friday night! Great service, great food and a fun atmosphere!“

“We come here often because we live close by and, after several months of trying various restaurants, we’re convinced that this is our favorite. The food and the service is always good and the place feels welcoming and relaxing. Every server and bartender is friendly and we always feel right at home.“

“Place is cute as a button. Meals were delicious ! Music relaxing. Service great. Going back“

“Payton was our favorite server on the island! She was sweet, polite and quick to serve! It was very hot and busy, but she didn’t let any of that affect her. The renovations at the Tiki Hut are fantastic as well!“

“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😍“

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

“Poseidons rooftop bar is a great place to eat dinner and get drinks! We had Adrienne as a server and she was super fun and had a great personality. This is an awesome place on the water. The food is delicious and the drinks are super fun. Would recommend this place to anyone looking for a great vacay restaurant!!!“

“We’ve been coming here for years now, and love the atmosphere. We make it a priority to come visit just to hang out with Allando who’s always so welcoming to our family. By far our favorite place to just hang out and listen to live music.“

“Food was excellent. salad with pears,gorgonzola, walnuts lemon dressing,fried or sauteed calamari,pasta carbonara. Must try. Waiter was Antonio and made a birthday dinner 5 star.“

“Fresh seafood caught daily! She-crab soup, crab cake and fried shrimp was today’s late lunch. Everything was delicious. Great service too🤗“

“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!“

“we absolutely love the sage room!“

“Always the best pizza around. Our server - Angel - was the best.“

“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!“

“I love this place! Treasures are hard to find. Worth the effort. A place you could spend the day just hanging out and talking. Staff is super cool. Volleyball court right there on site. Overlooks a gorgeous golf course on one side. Good beachy music. Great for folks from 4 to 84.“

“😀 Great hamburger! Fries hot and crispy!! Pleasant staff. Affordable.“

“Everything on the menu Is 5 Stars. Wexford Rueben is my favorite. This is the Scoe Burger with bacon. Delicious. GREAT service!!!“

“A a hidden gem on Hilton Head Island. The food is exceptional, the décor is beautiful, and the ambiance strikes just the right balance—elegant without being too formal. While the service was excellent, the real standout is the food. It's easily one of our new favorite spots on the island. If you're expecting typical “American-style” Mexican food, you may want to look elsewhere. But if you're seeking authentic Mexican cuisine infused with touches of traditional Spanish flavors, this is absolutely the place to go.“

“Our family had a great meal at Tio’s on Tuesday night. Our server was Maria and she was excellent! Very friendly, professional and efficient.“

“I travel all over the US for work and eat BBQ everywhere I go. I usually go for brisket over pulled pork, but went with the pork for dinner today. Absolutely fantastic pulled pork, it was delicious. Best potato salad I’ve had, baked beans were amazing. Sauces were super tasty as well. I’ve been spoiled by eating tons of Texas bbq, but Forrest Fire BBQ can hold its own anywhere.“

“Excellent service and wonderful menu options“

“We were there for a celebration of life and we couldn’t ask for better food and better service! Patrick was on top of it! From start to finish the staff was amazing. They went over and above, which was beyond amazing during a very difficult day. Highly recommend!“

“Cool drinks !! And good burgers.“

“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).“

“Great meal and great service. We have had some less then spectacular dining experiences while on HHI, however this made us forget the rest. Will definitely return next time we are in HHI“

“We have visited this restaurant a few times and it's always been great. With my food sensitivities they have very accommodating. I enjoyed the filet with shrimp and french fries all with no type of dairy or eggs. My wife enjoyed the grits with grilled chicken. Kevin in the kitchen with William at the bar and Kenji as our server did a great job.“

“Stayed at this hotel for a wedding and my family and I were very impressed by the great customer service given by Renee and Shereika. They were very attentive and helpful with our food and beverage choices and made sure we were well taken care of. Thanks ladies!“