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- SSharonNew Orleans / Louisiana •4 reviews5.0Dined todayFirst time at the restaurant. Sat at the bar with my friends (no other tables available). Service was outstanding - so attentive but not intrusive. Very willing to accommodate our requests. I had a garden salad with the house dressing that left me wanting more. We all raved about our salads (all different). Main meal was very good. Highly recommend the Limoncello to finish your meal. We left happy people! We will be backMore infoMichael Anthony's Cucina ItalianaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Hilton Head•4.8
- JJanetVIPSouth Carolina •47 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoAMAZING! as always. Thank you for a warm and wonderful meal on a chilly January evening.More infoPomodori - Hilton HeadPrice: Expensive• Italian• Hilton Head•4.9
- DDanSouth Carolina •5 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoFood and service was excellent as always - very good selection of fine wines by the glassMore infoOMBRA Cucina ItalianaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Hilton Head•4.7
- KKendraGrand Rapids / Western Michigan •3 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoWe visit the island 2-3 times a year and have always had our list of restaurants that we have to get to while here. Ela’s is now on that list for all future visits. My husband had the Yellowfin Tuna, which he said was the best preparation he has ever eaten. I ordered the steamed lobster with risotto, it was delicious. For dessert we split the chocolate peanut butter pie and actually had to take half of it home because it was a generous portion. From the tasty homemade bread and hush puppies to the dessert, everything was decadent. Service was extraordinary as well, with multiple wait staff working together to make sure dishes were delivered and cleared quickly. Lastly, the view was great, even though we came as the sun was going down and it was drizzling outside, the lighted deck and lighted walkway illuminated the marina area. Looking forward to seeing it in the light of day.More infoELA'S On the WaterPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Hilton Head•4.7
- AAliciaAtlanta Metro •1 review5.0Dined on Dec 26, 2024My husband ordered the duck & he said his was cooked perfectly - medium rare. The scalloped potatoes & veggies (green beans & carrots) were also delicious. He cleaned his plate. I had the smoked salmon appetizer which was good, not much different than what can be found in Costco or ordering online - it came with a lovely horseradish & dill sauce. I also had the crab, avocado appetizer which was more interesting. We had an early reservation which is what I prefer to eating later, but there were people waiting by the time we left around 6:30.More infoCharlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)Price: Expensive• Seafood• Hilton Head•4.9
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While Hilton Head Island has miles of beaches, golf courses, and tennis courts, it also offers a full range of dining options from grab-and-go burgers to upscale, 4-star restaurants. It hosts a welcoming mix of fresh-from-the-ocean fare hosted by the Southern hospitality you would expect in South Carolina. You'll find plenty of restaurants offering traditional, Low-Country selections, including Gullah rice and peach cobbler. If you're looking for fresh seafood, head down to the docks. For those on a romantic getaway, Hilton Head offers plenty of fine-dining establishments for a perfect candlelight dinner. Irish Pub food is also available, and there is no shortage of taverns and sports bars to tend to your burger-and-a-beer craving. Wherever you decide to eat breakfast, be sure to get the grits with plenty of butter.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Hilton Head is Seacrest Restaurant and Terrace – Sonesta Resort Hilton Head
The best vegan restaurants in Hilton Head are The Studio, An Artistic Dining Experience, Skull Creek Dockside Restaurant and Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse - Hilton Head
The best vegetarian restaurants in Hilton Head are The Studio, An Artistic Dining Experience, Skull Creek Dockside Restaurant and Frankie Bones Restaurant & Lounge - Hilton Head Island
The restaurants with the best service in Hilton Head are The Studio, An Artistic Dining Experience, Coastal Capri Ristorante and Zunzibar - Hilton Head
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Hilton Head are Relish Thai Cuisine, The Studio, An Artistic Dining Experience and Ruby Lee's
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