Flounder was very good, with very generous portion. Chips were also good. Would recommend for lunch…read moreor dinner!

Came in early for lunch and the restaurant was quiet but filled up after an hour or so. Very cute…read moreand coastal interior. Service and drinks were prompt and good. As far as the food, everything was really fresh. We had the lobster roll - very good, the caprese - very classic and fresh, and the ahi tuna sandwich - good quality but a little bit hard to eat as it was just one large chunk of tuna on a bun. I think we were expecting it to be sliced or maybe a bit easier to consume. So quality was good but not really what we expected. Also as a note they don't have French Fries, only chips - but the chips were yummy!!! We'd definitely go back and give it a try for dinner, lunch not quite a home run.

Lowcountry Backyard was one of those places that feels like it's been there forever in the best…read morepossible way. Quirky, unpolished, a little tucked away, and absolutely full of character. It doesn't feel corporate or manufactured at all. More like you've stumbled into somebody's lovingly chaotic backyard dinner party where the food just happens to be genuinely top-tier. The mismatched charm, handwritten feel, and warm atmosphere are part of what makes it so special. There's this brilliant contrast between the laid-back hole-in-the-wall vibe and the seriously refined cooking coming out of the kitchen. We started with the fried green tomatoes which were incredibly tender, fried perfectly, and drizzled with a lovely house-made ranch. The sweet house pickles alongside were such a good touch. We also each had a cup of she crab soup which was beautifully seasoned and packed with tonnes of crab morsels. For mains, we shared the shrimp and grits and completely understood why the recipe has won awards, including being recognised as the 3rd best in the world. The recipe is rooted in traditional Lowcountry cooking but elevated with layers of flavour that somehow still feel comforting and homemade. The grits were unbelievably creamy, and the shrimp and sausage were perfectly cooked with fantastic flavour throughout. We also split the seafood purloo with blackened grouper, and it was equally impressive. Everything was cooked perfectly and tasted incredibly fresh without trying too hard to be fancy. What really made the experience though was the staff. Everyone went above and beyond. They took time to chat with us about the area, paced the courses perfectly so nothing felt rushed, and by the end we were leaving with handshakes feeling more like guests than customers. Places like this are getting harder to find. We'll absolutely be back and would recommend it to anyone looking for authentic Lowcountry food served by genuinely wonderful people.

Disappointing. The reviews were stellar, the food was not. The derive was good, but that's kind of…read morewhere it ended. Except for the fried green tomatoes- those were very good, dipped in blue cheese dressing (ranch was bad, tasted like plain mayonnaise with a parsley sprinkle) The pimento cheese appetizer was so disappointing! Tasted like cream cheese mixed with packaged shredded cheddar and 3 small pieces of raw red pepper; served with stale corn chips and uninspired pita. Was so looking forward to good homemade pimento cheese in the south! The grouper sandwich was sad, my friend only ate the fish and left the bun and tomatoes on the plate. The mac and cheese was even sadder, described as baked mac and cheese it was more like old leftovers, cold, separated noodles that were really dry. The shrimp blt salad- the aforementioned fried green tomatoes were the best part. The bacon was cold and floppy and kind of unchewable. It was served on wilted arugula. I'm so confused by all the rave reviews! Maybe this was a one off.

We go every year -- Charlie's is our new favorite full service seafood restaurant on the island…read more Deliciously prepared food, attentive and friendly service in a comfortable setting that makes you feel welcome and never rushed. We had Monkfish, Sea Scallops, Cobia and Tuna steak, all ample portions with seasonal sides, reasonably priced and cooked perfectly. Their house made desserts are a must! We will definitely be back.

Cute place. Slow service and bland/ yet salty food. Half off the bottle of wine on Mondays…read more Venue: I thought it was very cute and comfortable type of venue. Service: very nice server. Took close to 20 minutes to get water and saw our server after seating. Entire time we were there, maybe she touched the table twice. Food: tried parm crusted cod, trigger fish and rib eye. I was looking forward to try this place with all the great reviews but I was just very disappointed. Cheese crusted cod was dry- and very salty without much taste. Rib eye was.. also tough and seasoned pretty bland. Trigger fish was the best of our order but I thought it was midiore at best. I was very much looking forward to trying Charlie's. I'm sorry to say, but my experience here with culinary and service experience was subpar. I thought half off the bottle on Mondays were very nice though.

The service was really good. Their pancakes are so delicious please go there right nowread more

All-around great breakfast. The bacon was thick and nicely cooked and the blueberry pancakes were…read moretop-notch.

The shrimp boil was insultingly bad. I am wondering if I accidentally said something rude to the…read moreserver. Otherwise, great atmosphere and drinks.

Fish Camp is a regular stop for us whenever we're in Hilton Head, and we consistently enjoy both…read morethe food and the waterfront atmosphere. During our latest visit, Karina provided exceptional service that made the evening stand out. Her knowledge of the menu was impressive, and her recommendation of the hushpuppies was spot‑on. She remained attentive without being intrusive, ensured our wine glasses were never empty, and contributed greatly to an already enjoyable meal.

Was in search of a good burger and heard about this spot…read more It was really good. The smash party burger I got as one party and it was plenty for me. I loved the sauce- kinda like an aioli and the fact the pickles were chopped made it even better for me, it made all the flavors combine perfectly. The bun was super fresh too. Which can make or break a burger- you know! The fries are like old school waffle fries from the famous chicken place we all know that has Cows for their mascot. But Better! Yes the Tallow makes them better, crispy and delicious. The only thing I was missing was mayo to dip them in. Super simple menu, but when you are doing it right that's all you need. Service at the counter was great and it was quickly delivered to our outdoor spot fast and HOT! If you are looking for a good simple burger in HH, this is your spot. Run!!

We know it's known for their burgers, but their breakfast is phenomenal too!! I got the big…read morebreakfast burrito and my friends got the hot honey and chicken sandwich. Everything was incredible. Delicious and filling. The place is so cute, relatively small, but has indoor and outdoor seating. The staff was friendly and service was quick! Excited to return and try a burger.

Chow Daddy's - the name would suggest an old school barbeque joint or maybe a diner; but it is…read moreneither. Hilton Head Island has seen some changes in food offerings in the last decade, but fresh and new American fusion isn't common. Enter Chow Daddy's. With two locations (the other in Bluffton) we hit this one on Hilton Head. It's a risky place to put a restaurant, buried in the back plaza of a nondescript but high-end shopping center deeeep in the wooded neighborhoods of the island's Southern tip. If you're staying elsewhere on the island, you'll find you have to pay a small fee to access Sea Pines but many people do to get to the Salty Dog Cafe as well. While it may not get a lot of visibility, it is definitely worth seeking out for the very good Latin American cuisine being offered. Out party of five arrived on an August Friday evening after making reservations and were impressed with the cleanliness and upscale minimalist vibe. Dark booths and Edison-style lighting are offset by the daylight let in by picture windows. There is outside seating in the patio (very pleasant in the shade) and a small bar open off the host area. Inside seating is large enough for bigger parties of 6-8. Definitely not a post-beach day place, but perfect for date night, or more dressy family dinner out. Service was quick and talkative; we enjoy chatting beyond food with out severs which makes the experience even better. Apps and mains were delivered quickly with good presentation. We started with the fine fresh corn dip - extra tortillas were helpful to get the last bits. Mains included a fresh and well pattied cheesburger, mix-n-match tacos and two specialty bowls - cajun shrimp with spicy fine fat prawns and an Ahi-tuna poke style bowl. The rice in both was excellent and the portions were perfect. I'll try to un-hide this hidden star with this review and encourage you to seek it out if you live on "HHi" or make your next visit. Rare 5 star from us.

Maaaaan, I came here YEARS ago (try almost 11, if my photo on FB is to be believed) before I was…read moreYelping regularly, but I saw this restaurant pop up on a Yelp list I was reading the other day and it unlocked the deeply-buried memory of my visit here and I thought...might as well chronicle that memory with a quick review! I came here with a bunch of friends from my undergraduate research lab while we were in Hilton Head presenting at a conference. We had rented a condo to all stay together and this place was in walking distance, so we headed over. I don't remember what all everyone else got to eat, or much about the service, but I do remember it was a total vibe. Beachy decorations that were fun but still classy and not too kitschy, warm lighting, good music. I ordered an item probably not even on their menu anymore: pulled barbeque chicken on a hunk of spicy cornbread with a side salad. I checked online and it's nowhere to be found, but it slapped at the time, and from pictures it seems like you can still maybe order their spicy cornbread at least, which was the best part! It had a great cakey texture and some legit heat. The chicken was succulent and tender and the smokiness paired well with the salad. It seems Chow Daddy's enjoyed a decade of success after my visit so long ago. I hope the temporary closure listed on the Yelp page doesn't turn into a permanent one. It was a pleasant surprise to be reminded of this visit and my time with friends.

Great food and great service. Never disappoints. Food was fast, service fast and great options.read more

Service and food stands out at this low key family friendly spot. However, we had some logistical…read moreissues that would keep me from giving 5 stars. The service: At our table, it was fantastic! Our waitress was funny and handled our large party with ease Before seated at our table...there were many delays. We were seated close to 30 minutes past our reservation which was hard with 4 little ones The atmosphere: Family friendly for all ages. Worth noting that it was quite loud at times indoors The food: Tasted great; however, there were issues with orders being messed up. The In fashioned cocktail was a nice tropical mix on a classic. Truffle fries got rave reviews but onion rings were a pass overall due to inconsistency. I ordered the Over the rainbow bowl which had a nice flavor to it, although I was left wanting a bit more to feel satisfied.

Our Hilton Head vacation officially begins at Stu's. We can unpack later, there are priorities…read more It's always our first stop, followed by several more visits throughout the week because we believe in supporting local businesses... especially when they feed us like this. The homemade bread is unbelievable. My go-to is the Jedi Italian, and here's the move: ask for it WARM and add banana peppers. It will change your life. You'll still have bills and responsibilities, but for those few minutes, none of them matter. Five stars. May the carbs be with you.

Best subs on Hilton Head - Fat Boy and Jedi nailed it!…read more My wife and I stopped at Stu's Surf Side Subs in Coligny Plaza and left completely satisfied. I ordered the Fat Boy and she got the Jedi, and both were excellent. The Fat Boy was loaded -- pastrami, roast beef, turkey, ham, capicola, pepperoni, salami, provolone, plus all the fresh veggies and dressings on that soft, fresh-baked bread. Huge portion and packed with flavor. My wife's Jedi (the Italian) was just as good: Genoa salami, spicy capicola, pepperoni, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, and Italian dressing. Perfect balance and really fresh. Friendly service, quick, and right in the heart of Coligny. Highly recommend if you're craving a solid sub near the beach. We'll be back!

Seems silly to review a spot that is such a staple it needs no reviews but why not! Tiki Hut is…read morejust as it needs to be - cold drinks, unfussy no frills right off the beach. Sit at the bar or grab a table and the service is FAST but the food is very good for a tiki shack kind of environment. We particularly liked the fish sandwich and fish tacos. Also I can never resist tater tots so it's automatically a winner. Everyone is in bathing suits and there's shower washes and things to rinse your feet off as you enter so no worries about doing anything except walking off the sand and then walking back out! Pro Tip: Check the chalkboards for fun drink specials and don't miss out on the spicy margarita

We visited the Tiki Hut on Hilton Head Island during a Memorial Day weekend vacation. It has a fun…read morebeach‑bar vibe, and the live music definitely adds some great energy to the place. The outdoor seating is a nice touch, with a mix of open-air tables and some covered spots at the bar for shade. The drink menu is decent, with plenty of tropical cocktails to choose from, though the beer selection is surprisingly limited for a place that stays this busy. Most of the service seems to run through the bar, and while the bar staff was friendly, upbeat, and doing their best despite being absolutely swamped, the table service was pretty spotty. The food menu is just okay--nothing terrible, nothing standout. I ordered the Caribbean Jerk Chicken sandwich at lunch, and unfortunately it did not sit well with me at all. It upset my digestive system enough to derail one of my vacation days, which definitely colored the experience. One thing that stood out was the presence of armed security guards. Not necessarily a problem, but it does create a different atmosphere than you might expect from a casual beachfront bar. Many reviews have mentioned the parking. We stayed at the hotel, so it wasn't an issue for us but somebody sitting next to me at the bar was ejected by management for something related to parking. I'm not sure of the exact details because I couldn't hear the conversation well, but it seemed to have to do with either buying or selling a parking pass with someone else. There was another incident where an unruly patron had the police called on them after engaging with one of the aforementioned security guards. That said, these seemed to be atypical of the total experience. Overall, it's an entertaining spot for drinks and music, but the unpleasant food experience land it at a middle-of-the-road three stars for me.