My wife and I were scheduling our annual vacation in HHI and decided to stay in Bluffton a few days…read morebefore heading over to the Island. I saw the Old Town Bluffton Inn and we gave it a try. WHAT A GREAT PLACE! When you walk in, you think you are in a building that was built in the early 1900s, yet it is only 6 years old. Old charm with modern amenities! The staff was so friendly and the happy hour each day let you mingle with others. Adults only so it was quiet and comfortable. The morning breakfast was very good and rotated daily. We parked our car on Thursday and didn't get in it until Saturday when we went over to HHI. Right in the middle of everything and everything is walking distance. Shopping, dining, etc! Definitely THE PLACE to stay when visiting Bluffton.

It's been many years since I've stayed at something that wasn't a large hotel and my experience at…read morethe Bluffton Inn has definitely made me rethink where I book for now on. My wife and I were in the area for something work related last week and we spent a night at this beautiful spot on the center of town. From the outside this building looks older than anything in my current city (in a good way) and the inside is absolutely stunning from the hallways and lounge area to the rooms themselves. We arrived in town a little early so we decided to call the front desk to see if we would be able to check in early and they immediately said yes. When we got to the hotel and parked, the staff were quite possibly the nicest and most helpful people I have ever met in my life. They were so kind and made the entire process super quick and easy, and the best part? A DOG! There's a little white dog who loves belly rubs and high fives that I very much enjoyed hanging out with anytime I was in the lobby. The room itself was a solid size and had two twin beds, some wonderful furniture, and a TV which is everything I could possibly want out of a simple room. Overall, The Bluffton Inn was a five star experience from the moment we checked in till the moment we checked out. With amazing staff, clean rooms, and even complimentary snacks, breakfast, and beverages in the lobby staying at this place in the future is an absolute no brainer.

This is one of our favorite spots! Great views on the water, live music often, and always reliable…read morefood. A lively spot with a lot of people, generally. At peak tourist times and dining times (summer, holidays, etc), often a 1.5 hour wait. Non peak season, you can usually get seated right away! Love that you can order sushi rolls and a variety of entrees--big menu. Kids get to choose a prize at the hostess stand after their meal. Also there's a shared playground with Dockside (pirate ship). New--they now have a separate ice cream shop! You can watch the forklift/boatlift haul boats in and out...kinda fun. They also have a gift shop. 5 stars!

Just had the best fried flounder and clam strips I've ever had in my life ! I got a combo of fried…read moreshrimp, flounder, scallops and substituted the oysters for clam strips. It came with crinkle fries, cole slaw, and hush puppies. Cole slaw was perfect. Fries reminded me of a school cafeteria, but the seafood was the best we've had on the island in several years coming to HHI. Hubby got the catfish. (My dinner was better:) I also got a bowl of their seafood chowder. It was excellent ! View is beautiful. Seats inside are a bit uncomfortable and wicker-like. There are so many tall chairs in the bar area for seating, the only comfortable seating for folks that don't want to get up on a chair like you're riding a horse, I would recommend either one of the very few booths they have inside or the outdoor seating. They had live music that night. Our server was very nice and checked on us often. The manager also checked on us, which is also a good practice. I also told him how much we were enjoying our meal.

My brother got married here. It was beautiful. The reception was great. The rehearsal was great…read more The building is beautiful. The venue is amazing with plenty of room.

Here's a note I just sent to Venue 1223 after attending a bridal shower at their venue today:…read more Hello Venue 1223 - I attended a shower at your venue today and it was beyond outstanding! I just had to let you know. The atmosphere at your venue was simple, but beautiful. Everything was set up and ready when we arrived. The food was super yummy and I went for two helpings! Not to mention two helpings of dessert as well! I was most impressed with the staff who waited on us. They were so very attentive, especially to the bride-to-be. I wish I had asked for their names as they were on-point during our whole event. Every drink was filled and refilled, the food station was carefully watched to keep it neat, and they even helped with carrying the gifts and picking up the wrapping paper. They made the bride-to-be feel like a queen! I walked out with a smile on my face to see such good service (oh, and I took a salted-caramel brownie for the ride home)! Well done Venue 1223! Any event I have, you'll be first on my list to host! Many thanks for the most enjoyable day!

My wife and I visited as part of a community Christmas party. This seems to be a nice party venue…read morepossibly best used for weddings, large parties and business events. The outdoor area was nicely lit for the holidays. They set up only 1 bar with 2 bartenders to handle over 60 people. They did a pretty good job keeping up. The credit card charges show Downtown Deli as the business owner and not Venue 1223 (probably owned by Downtown Deli). The food was pretty good. They had people serving Hors D'oeuvres which were a charcuterie in a cup, spring rolls, chicken, etc. The main course was either chicken, beef or specialty vegetarian dish which my wife ordered. It was basically a power bowl and looked pretty good with long strips of portabella mushrooms over salad with lots of quinoa and vegetables. My chicken was a bit dry and tough. The inside is a large open area for tables, a DJ and a dance floor. The staff was friendly and did a great job keeping food and people moving.

This is the place you must decide to have your next private event in the near future. Let's talk…read moreabout a beautiful historic intimate location in the heart of downtown Savannah with the charm and sophisticated architecture that an elegant event would bring. The Room at Common is top notch and believe me there is absolutely nothing common here. Let's give a moment of respect to the Executive Head Chef Shawn and his entire accompanying staff whose impeccable attention to detail in every dish that exited his kitchen demonstrated the depth and ability of everyone who had a hand in slicing, cutting, baking, and curating the most delectable dishes I have found in quite a while. You need an outlandish charcuterie board to get you in the mood to begin the eating festival. The sliders had the perfect texture and the bread was tenderly placed with a delicate sauce. The tomato basil soup in a bread bowl was like heaven. The fried green tomatoes were also a favorite. The short ribs with the smothered collard greens and the cornbread were on an another planet of goodness. You want fresh local oysters on the half shelf pulled from the water only hours ago, well they got you right in house with them lying on ice and a professional shucker right there to serve you with a beautiful smile. Did I mention the dessert bar? Freshly baked cookies, macaroons, mini red velvet cake shooters, lemon puff pastries, mini cheesecakes, and other treats that would leave the sweetest sweet tooth, toothless. The food was Southern, but wound up a notch. It was not boring. It was not common. If you're in Savannah for a work conference or need a place to meet to discuss business with your team, host a holiday party, or have a small wedding reception, do not skip The Room at Common. One thing I appreciate is how attentive the staff is to each guest. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. You feel as if you're one of the family coming to visit. The cocktails are delicious. The wine selection is fantastic and carefully crafted with an experienced sommelier in house. I'm telling you that you will kick yourself if you don't have you people call Leah Ralph to book your event. The food and drinks will make your folks love you forever!

If I could give 100 stars, I would. Our experience at Common Restaurant (specifically The Room) was…read moretruly exceptional. We were looking for a small, intimate, and beautiful space to host our micro-wedding celebration, and after reaching out to many places in downtown Savannah, The Room at Common stood out immediately. When we did our site visit, it was exactly what we had envisioned and more. The space is beautifully decorated inside a historic Savannah building and offers thoughtful features like a Frame TV for slides or welcome messages, private restrooms, a private bar, and the ability to play your own music (which is rare for a small venue and comes without extra charges). Leah was wonderful to work with throughout the entire process. She responded to our initial inquiry almost immediately, something that really stood out since many other venues took days or even weeks to reply. From the first email to the site visit and all the communication leading up to the event, she was incredibly helpful and reassuring. As someone who works in hospitality and tends to be a bit of a "controller," it meant a lot to feel confident that everything was in good hands. On the day of our celebration, everything was beyond what we imagined. The space looked beautiful, and we were greeted so warmly. Sammy, our server, was attentive and fun, and the bartender was fantastic as well. And the food... absolutely incredible. Every dish exceeded expectations. Our guests are still talking about it weeks later. The oysters were incredibly fresh, the steak was outstanding, and the fried cornbread, fish dip, and cheesecake were unforgettable. A huge thank you to the Executive Chef (who even came out to greet us) and the entire kitchen team. Every member of the team made us feel cared for and ensured we had everything we needed. They truly embody the meaning of Southern hospitality. Thank you all for making our day so special. My husband and I already say that if we ever renew our vows or host another celebration, we'll absolutely be coming back.

I attended a graduation party at this event space on August 1st, and unfortunately, the building…read morewas extremely hot. The two mini-split units were both set to 65°F, and there was a large wall-mounted fan running, but it still felt much hotter inside than it did outside. Several guests, including my husband and me, had to step outside multiple times just to cool off. It made it difficult to fully enjoy the celebration. I truly hope this issue is addressed before anyone else rents the space, especially during the summer months. With the cooling problem resolved, I believe future guests would have a much more comfortable experience.

Place was great for our event. Very clean including the restroom. Great location and plenty of…read moreparking. Venue owners were amazing and very kind and professional. Top notch and very well recommended.

The food was delicious, customer service was wonderful, and the atmosphere was friendly and…read moreinviting.

Beaufort was very crowded , we were hungry , couldn't find parking so backtracked to a place that…read morehad caught my eye . Magnolia . Bottled water on our table diverse menu , attentive server , EXCELLENT chicken salad and iced coffee , my husband had a sandwich that he said was excellent . The restroom was spotless ! You can tell a lot about a place from the restroom, right ? I can easily make an excuse to travel back there just to go to Magnolia . it's 4 hours away

Everything was great only complaint is once it got dark you couldn't see the performers any…read morelonger.Definitely need a spotlight on the stage...

Back a year later and there has been distinct improvements. However, let me start by recommending…read moreyou AVOID the food trucks in the beer garden. Here's why: when paying the person processing my payment selected the tip level and paid themselves a 30% tip before I could do anything about it, so beware. Inside, the food and beer are better. There is also a large beer selection inside instead of ordering at the outside window, but the service in both of these locations was excellent. They also had live entertainment, which was a great addition. Food has improved. Try the dry rub chipotle wings. They are delicious. Owners: look into the food truck issue. You will lose customers because of this. I did not make an issue of it because I was with a large group and did not worry about the $8 auto tip on a $17 total bill but if this happened all the time it will catch up with you. Worth addressing.

They were great host. The event space was clean and beautiful and they were very accommodating for…read moreour party of 30+

Thanksgiving brunch order (2024; this past weekend):…read more Really GOOD that stands out: the fluffy pumpkin cheesecake, Rielsing gravy, the tenderness and taste of the turkey, the amount of portions, the apple pie. Really BAD that stands out: undercooked turkey (red and bloody) as you cut halfway to the bone (see photo): I find this unforgivable considering the high price! The stuffing was good but way too creamy--it was the consistency of creamed corn. The green beans were boring and undercooked (and yes, I followed the reheating instructions). Everything else was good but I wouldn't say amazing. We also ordered the Gouda Mac 'n cheese: pretty good. The tenderloin was perfect!

I attended a Christmas luncheon at Hewitt Oaks and it was absolutely fabulous! Our group had…read morebetween 70-80 people and the space was just perfect. The food was so delicious and the indoor & outdoor space was lovely! I have attended a lot of corporate events at high end hotels like the Ritz-Carlton and other luxury hotels and this by far was the best food & service!! I would definitely recommend them for a wedding or other special event. I also noticed on their website that they sell prepared special meals to take home for Thanksgiving & maybe Christmas and other events. Based on today's experience, I would definitely order!! Keep up the good work!!