Hilton Head and the Low Country Restaurants

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  • 1. Captain Woody's

    $$ | South End

    If you're looking for a fun, casual, kid-friendly seafood restaurant, this vibrant joint offers creamy crab bisque, oysters on the half shell, and a sampler platter that includes crab legs, shrimp, and oysters. Open daily for lunch and dinner, plus a Sunday brunch, Captain Woody's has indoor and outdoor seating. A second location in Bluffton features a rooftop deck.

    6 Target Rd., Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, 29928, USA
    843-785–2400

    Known For

    • Grouper sandwiches, including the buffalo grouper, grouper melt, and grouper Reuben
    • A lively atmosphere
    • Good happy hour

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted, Reservations not accepted
  • 2. Coast

    $$$ | South End | Seafood

    An oceanfront restaurant can often count on its real estate to bring in diners, but this casual yet upscale seafood spot at the Sea Pines Beach Club doesn't cut corners in the kitchen. There is plenty of Southern-inspired fare for landlubbers, but the real gems are the raw bar platter and the day's featured fish entrée.

    87 North Sea Pines Dr. , Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, 29928, USA
    843-842–1888

    Known For

    • Lively patio (and indoor) dining with horizon views across the ocean
    • A Cajun-influenced lobster roll
    • The adjacent Ocean Lounge cocktail bar
  • 3. Hudson's Seafood House

    $$$ | North End | Seafood

    Built over the water on Port Royal Sound, this classic seafood joint buys its fish and shrimp directly from the boats that dock there, and the staff raises their own oysters and soft-shell crabs with an in-house mariculture program. Dining here feels like stepping back 50 years into an authentic waterfront dive, including the locally sourced, same-day-fresh seafood that's now often hard to find.

    1 Hudson Rd., Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, 29926, USA
    843-681–2772

    Known For

    • Sunsets at the open air waterfront bar
    • Happy hour mai tais and seafood specials
    • Oysters grown by the restaurant-owned Shell Ring Oyster Company
  • 4. The Sea Shack

    $ | South End | Seafood

    Heaping plates of fried seafood and hearty po'boys are worth the long line at this local staple counter-serve. The humble dining room and open kitchen suit the mouthwatering platters perfectly. Local tip: During the busy summer months, call in your order for pickup and skip the line.

    6 Executive Park Rd., Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, 29928, USA
    843-785–2464

    Known For

    • Eclectic seafood options like gator, frog legs, and conch fritters
    • Blueberry key lime pie
    • Over a dozen varieties of fish on the daily menu

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 5. Black Marlin Bayside Grill

    $$$ | South End

    This busy restaurant specializing in seafood dishes such as chowder and fish tacos is open for lunch and dinner every day, and brunch on the weekend. Located in Palmetto Bay Marina, the Black Marlin has indoor and outdoor seating, as well as family-style meals available for takeout.

    86 Helmsman Way, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, 29928, USA
    843-785–4950

    Known For

    • A hopping happy hour
    • An outdoor Hurricane Bar
    • Weekend oyster roasts during winter

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
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  • 6. Old Daufuskie Crab Company Restaurant

    $$

    This outpost, with its rough-hewn tables facing the water, serves up Gullah-inspired fare with specialties such as Daufuskie deviled crab and chicken salad on buttery grilled rolls. Entrées include shrimp and local seafood, while the Lowcountry buffet features pulled pork, fried chicken, and sides like butter beans and potato salad.

    1 Cooper River Landing Rd., Daufuskie Island, South Carolina, 29915, USA
    843-785–6652

    Known For

    • Incredible sunsets
    • Colorful bar
    • Reggae and rock music

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 7. Saltus River Grill

    $$$$ | Downtown Historic District

    This upscale restaurant wins over diners with its sailing motifs, great cocktails, and modern Southern menu. Take in the sunset and a plate of seared sea scallops from the gorgeous outdoor seating area overlooking the waterfront park. From Lowcountry flavors to innovative dishes, Saltus sets the standard for a memorable dining experience.

    802 Bay St., Beaufort, South Carolina, 29902, USA
    843-379–3474

    Known For

    • Signature crab bisque
    • Raw bar with a tempting array of oysters and sushi
    • Thoughtful wine list

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No lunch, Reservations essential
  • 8. Skull Creek Boathouse

    $$ | North End

    Soak up the salty atmosphere in this complex of dining areas where almost every table has a view of the water. Outside is a third dining area and a bar called the Marker 13 Buoy Bar, where Adirondack chairs invite you to sit back, listen to live music, and catch the sunset.

    397 Squire Pope Rd., Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, 29926, USA
    843-681–3663

    Known For

    • An adjacent outdoor Sunset Landing beer garden
    • Tasty sandwiches and po'boys with a Southern twist
    • Sushi, ceviche, and carpaccio from the Dive Bar

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 9. The Crazy Crab

    $$ | North End

    With two distinct locations on Hilton Head, the Crazy Crab has been a long-time institution thanks to its quality seafood and friendly environment. Don't miss the she-crab soup and crab cakes. The location on the north end has a giant outdoor seating area and bar, with beautiful waterfront views overlooking Jarvis Creek. It also has a large saltwater fish tank and a playground. The other restaurant is located in the heart of Harbour Town on the south end and is a very popular spot in the summer months.

    104 William Hilton Head Pkwy., Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, 29926, USA
    843-681–5021-Jarvis Creek location

    Known For

    • Picturesque marsh views
    • Spacious seating
    • She-crab soup and fried seafood platters

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