19 Best Italian Restaurants in Hilton Head Island

“Excellent food and handmade pasta. Tastes great and the food was well cooked.Got the Lamb loin which was excellent and the soft shell crab special appetizer for dinner. Ate the tiramisu for dessert - quite amazing.Great food overall and well worth the visit.“

“We went here for a birthday dinner and everything was perfect. We had the fried octopus and meatballs to start. We each got different entrées and all of them were exceptional. I got the gnocchi and it was some of the best I’ve ever had. The lemon sheet cake dessert was just perfection.“

“I ate their "cafe" area which is right by the actual restaurant (owned by the same) Absolutely incredible! I had a solo dining experience at a high top table (my fiancé's flight wasn't arriving till midnight!) It was the best dining experience!! I truly lived like Anthony Bourdain and tried multiple menu items, and got a pizza to go for the fiancé. I had the bread, calamari, crab and spaghetti, and multiple great drinks. The espresso martini was fabulous! All the wine I tried was great too. I felt so comfortable being there alone and it was a great way to kick off my vacation weekend. I highly recommend! Even if you are traveling solo or in town for business- go eat here. It's worth it. Extra special thank you to Gio, my wonderful server. He was so knowledgeable about not just the food, but also many of the local restaurants, things to do, etc for a person like me who was visiting and looking for recommendations and ideas. Thanks again!“

“We enjoyed an amazing dinner at Pomodori's! Tucked at the end of a strip mall, it looks unassuming from the outside but everything we tried was delicious. Service was exceptional- friendly, helpful, and kind without being too present! We will definitely be back.“

“This is a fabulous choice of a restaurant. My boyfriend ordered halibut over onions and pine nuts and he thoroughly enjoyed its unique flavors. The service was exceptional. I had called ahead to communicate my special requirements and when I arrived, not only did she know that, she had also conveyed that to the server. The chef made me a delicious pasta primavera with olive oil and garlic. The only disappointment is that there aren't one or two whole food plant based options on the standard menu. I gave it four stars only because of that - otherwise this would be a 5.“

“Waitress had an attitude and not a good one.I've updated my review from 3 to 5. After having a somewhat negative experience I received a prompt follow-up email from the GM who was sincerely concerned with my visit. She made up for it with a gift card and an apology. Our next visit was much better. Our server was Twila - very welcoming and attentive.“

“This was our first time here and even though they were busy our server, Lucy was very attentive. You could see that she had multiple tables to attend to but that did not interfere with her giving us great service. We always had everything we needed and our drinks were never left unrefreshed! The food was amazing as well. Thank you for the wonderful experience, Lucy. We will definitely be back!“

“We had a party of 8, our reservation table was ready. Our server Tyler was right there to welcome us, take our drink orders and promptly returned with our drinks. Told and explained the specials for the evening. Took our appetizer orders. Brought out their delicious sliced bread and dipping sauce. Took everyone's order and all food came out together and delicious. The entire experience was excellent.“

“ABSOLUTELY PERFECT! Our experience with Deanos catering my daughter’s MUHLENBERG women’s lacrosse dinner at our beach house was a perfect 10! Jen is so warm, knowledgeable, professional and extremely organized! The food was so delicious and we had a few dietary restrictions on the team and it was no issue. The parents and players all wanted the name and address of this fabulous restaurant! Thank you so much for helping us prepare and assure that my daughter’s Senior year lacrosse dinner was a night to always remember!“

“Lovely dinner. Two great dinners: a pasta bolognese and a special featuring scallops. Wish there were more gluten free options for a side! Love to see ( more) Italian wines on the menu. Service was very good, and ambiance is warm and friendly.“

“Quaint little pizza joint, you would think it was special from looking at it. But WOW does the food speak volumes. Ordered the Chicken Pesto and the Supreme pizzas. Easily two of the best, if not the best, pizzas I've ever bought. The Chicken Pesto was unique and the flavor matched perfectly. I don't usually like Supreme Pizza, but had to go back for seconds! The crust was perfectly cooked and the sauce robust but not overwhelming.The prices may seem a bit steep from the outside, but the pizza is well worth the price!!“

“The food was amazing! We had the soft shell crab special and the crab and shrimp capellini in a garlic wine sauce. Everything was so fresh and delicious! The atmosphere was both friendly and sophisticated. Even the dish ware was beautiful. And definitely try Flora’s key lime pie! All of the desserts are made by Flora. Everyone was so fun and welcoming! We really had such a special night. Don’t miss it! This is a really impressive family owned restaurant. Make sure to make a reservation!“

“Great Italian food with such a nice ambience. Highly recommend the grouper piccata . Service was fabulous, best early bird dining on the island! The view from the back room is so entertaining - love watching all the critters. This is a must stop every time we’re in Hilton Head.“

“I visited this place today with family and it’s one of the best Italian food I have had in a long time.The penne primavera was fresh and light. The tiramisu and blueberry cheesecake were top notch.Patricia, our server, was very pleasant and made our visit quite comfortable & enjoyable.This is a must visit restaurant.“

“Ruby and Calvin provided terrific service and attention even though it was peak Sat night dinner hours. Their friendliness, attention coupled with a good Italian meal that is reasonably priced is a gem here on the island. I highly recommend for good food at a reasonable price with warm and friendlyService. PS I dined outside with my cockapoo . A dog friendly restaurant is another plus.“

“Haven't been here for couple of years, so I decided to try again after some friends recommended it. Bartender makes great margaritas, and they have a good beer on tap selection. I had the Trigger fish tacos and they were pretty good. A little too soggy to be able to eat out of hand, but my fork did the trick. Sprouse had the cheese burger with fries and liked it.“

“First time there, very polite hostess and met Phil, the manager and Jennifer our waitress. Lots of options on the menu and were told to save room for dessert. I was told to try the filet by a local we just met. My filet was fantastic, exactly medium as requested and very flavorful. My wife had the Chicken Parmigiana and it was too much to eat at one sitting. Phil came back to check on us and we ended up getting dessert. The big chocolate cake was really big and so was the carrot cake. Loved everything and can't wait to get back!“

“A shout out (and maybe a raise) to Amber for her hard work and dedication on the evening of February 18. She was the only person working out front - answering phones, taking orders, ringing up take out AND waiting on diners. She managed with grace and patience.“

“We come to Hilton Head around 8 times a year and eat out most nights. We vary where we eat with one exception - Il Carpacio! We eat here every time we are on the island. Great food and service and prices. They will also make changes to the meals at your request. For example I always order Spaghetti Pirata which is spaghetti with chopped clams mussels and shrimp in a red sauce. I always ask for penne pasta and white wine sauce and it is never a problem and served just how I like it..As long as they have the ingredients they will basically prepare your pasta anyway you like it.“