34 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Kiawah Island

“Great calm water for kayaking!!! Guide was friendly and informed. Saw roseate spoonbill, terns, great blue heron, egrets and dolphins! Great place for beginners and experienced kayakers!“

“KISS Cafe is truly a hidden gem that has captured our hearts. From the moment you walk in, you’re treated like family—by the warm, welcoming staff, Chef Tim, and the incredible Ms. Leslie. The food is consistently phenomenal, the atmosphere is cozy and inviting, and the love they show to our children (and everyone else’s) is something you just don’t find everywhere. Their dinner club nights are a highlight for us—perfect for a spontaneous date night with an amazing menu and vibe. We’re proud to be regulars and even prouder to support such a special local spot that brings so much heart to everything they do. KISS Cafe is more than a cafe—it’s a community.“

“Thank you for having Charleston Society of Horror yesterday for our monthly meeting! We had a wonderful time. The food was great, service was even better and we will be back.“

“Great food and atmosphere!“

“If you love pineapple, The Pineapple Hut is a must-visit. It’s fun, refreshing, and definitely Instagram-worthy. I couldn’t resist ordering the half pineapple filled with pineapple sherbet and topped with coconut flakes.

I’ll admit—I’m more of an ice cream person, so sherbet isn’t usually my go-to. But the whole experience was still a treat. The flavors are tropical and light, and the presentation adds to the charm. Perfect for a hot day after the beach or just a fun stop while exploring Folly.

Worth checking out, especially if you’re craving something fruity and unique.“

“We loved our breakfast at Lost Dog Café in Folly Beach! I had the biscuits and gravy with a side of cheesy grits — both were absolutely delicious and comforting. The kids got the happy pancakes, which were a huge hit and so fun with the fruit face design. My wife had the traditional breakfast, and everything came out hot, fresh, and perfectly cooked.

The cozy, laid-back atmosphere and friendly staff made it such an enjoyable start to the day. Definitely a must-visit breakfast spot when you’re in Folly Beach!“

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

“the best food on John's island. everything you eat is great!“

“Local flavors and Classic BBQ style... so many choices !Fun retro vibe, great outdoor space...impeccable attention to Gluten Free needs.Excellent Service!“

“Thank you for supporting The Point help local charities make a difference in the community. We couldn’t do it without you .“

“Atmosphere, food, staff, great place!“

“I LOVE Lowlife bar!! The servers and bartenders are incredible! I came by for lunch and the server brought me all the different dipping sauces for the shrimp sandwich. The customer service is 1000/10 and the food and drinks tasted amazing. Highly recommend!“

“Fast service when your very hungry and the food is spot on. Wait staff are very friendly and attentive. I take my family there once a week to catch up with each other and Cabana always facilitates wonderfully.“

“So yummy. Friendly, helpful staff!“

“Food is always good but after 9 years of going to Sunrise Bistro, today was not a good service day. Forgot stuff on orders, asked for e tra sauce, never came. Was also overcharged by $5 on bill. Hoping this was just a bad day. We will definitely try again.“

“The little hiding piece of perfection was awesome! Food, we had banners and corned beef, was delicious. Bartender was constantly making sure we were good. Servers was friendly and helpful.

Other than the perfect lighting, great selection and staff my only thought was some Irish music would have set a better tone.

Side note : save a little room for a small frozen yogurt next door. They staff was great too and their yogurt delicious!

Thank you for the experience.“

“really good burgers. tried Lowtide craft beer there and it was amazing. 10 outta 10 recommend 👌“

“We stopped in since we drove past so many times before. Wow it was just wow it as just wonderful! The key lime pie was home made and melted in your mouth. The shrimp and grits were buttery and creamy and the seasoning was delicious. My visit was fantastic and I will come again to try the crabcakes next“

“chicken tortillas soup is amazing,!!“

“Woody’s has a typical beach bar vibe. The inside is small and rustic, and they have a large outdoor deck with picnic table seating. We were told to seat ourselves and we ultimately chose to sit outside. We were greeted quickly and gave our order - a couple of beers, a salad and large cheese pizza. The salad was adequate, some romaine, croutons and a packet of Ken’s Caesar dressing. The pizza is a thin NY style, greasy (in a good way lol), foldable piece of pie. Exactly what we were looking for! The porch was great for people watching and the pizza was delicious! Would definitely recommend.“

“Had a big celebration for my wife. Great place!“

“We adored this place! We accidentally found the downtown Charleston location during our stay there at a close AirBNB! We visited 3 times in our 2.5 days there. Then, we passed by the John’s Island location on our way to Kiawah and decided to make the 25 min drive the next morning for our coffee and pop tart fix! Great coffee, service, pastries, toasts and local drink and food finds!“

“The pizza is always cooked to perfection and we love the veggie lasagna It is amazing. BUT first and most important, the staff is the BEST!!!Highly recommended ,makes you feel like your family.!!! Thanks Guys!!!“

“Had the best dinner there last night - service was outstanding!“

“It’s delicious!! Portions are HUGE… service is outstanding!! Best crab legs!! She-Crab soup is fabulous! Can’t go wrong eating here! Great family place!! 5 Stars!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Off the beaten path with amazing views and crab cakes!“

“Casually stopped in for dinner once last week and was back 3 times the same week. Delicious food, fast service, awesome atmosphere, dog friendly!! Loved everything I have tried so far!“

“I have been meaning to write a review for this place, we had such a great time there on Sunday, May 4th. Kiet and Claudia were very friendly and helpful. Kiet took us in the back and showed us around. We chatted about spirits and tinctures and everything else for quite some time, he was very knowledgeable! Please visit this spot if you want to learn more about and enjoy the craft. We loved it here!! (Bonus pts for a fun cocktail menu)“

“Great food. Great atmosphere. Awesome waitress. 5 stars from me“

“Best place for local sea food (shrimp locally sourced). Was here 3 days, ate seafood out 5 times. This was the only place we visited that served local shrimp (not from India or other “Asia” countries. Food, atmosphere, and service was the best.“

“Walking into Fam’s Brewing Company feels less like stepping into a restaurant and more like stumbling into an alternate universe where pizza is a divine art form, wings are sculpted by angels, and fries are seasoned with pure joy. Let’s start with the wings: crispy, saucy perfection that made me briefly question whether I’ve ever actually eaten wings before. Then came the fries, golden little wands of happiness—somehow crunchy, salty, and addictively snackable all at once. But the pizza? Oh, the pizza. Calling it pizza almost feels insulting; this was a culinary delicacy that should be displayed in a museum, yet eaten with reckless abandon. Now, about the beer. We tried seven different brews—seven!—and each sip felt like floating on a cloud while an ’80s rock god softly played a ballad in the background, reminding you that life is good and beer can, in fact, be transcendent. Every pint had its own personality, but together they formed a tasting journey that made us forget about time, space, and calorie counts. And the atmosphere? Imagine your living room—but cozier, friendlier, and filled with people you didn’t know five minutes ago but somehow feel like you’ve known forever. It’s the kind of place where you can laugh too loud, eat too much, and still feel like you belong. Fam’s Brewing Company isn’t just a pizza and brewery joint—it’s an experience, a glorious collision of comfort food, craft beer, and pure Charleston hospitality. Would I go back? Let’s put it this way: if they’d let me move in, I’d already be unpacking my bags.“

“My family and I had Paisano's while on vacation last week. I can tell you that it was some of the best pizza and sandwiches we have ever had! We will definitely be back!“

“The best Greek Lemon Chicken Soup ever.“

“Love sitting outside and watching the boats come in and go out… ♥️“