A curated set of standout tables and local favorites.
Local favorites & classics
Hudson's Seafood House on the Docks. Port Royal Sound waterfront · Lowcountry seafood — Operating since 1968 on the site of a 1912 oyster-processing facility, Hudson's brings in its catch from one of the island's last local fishing…
A Lowcountry Backyard Restaurant. The Village Exchange, Mid-Island · Southern Lowcountry — Ranked among the top restaurants on the island and celebrated for shrimp and grits voted number one in South Carolina, alongside homemade…
Nunzio Restaurant and Bar. New Orleans Road, South End · Italian — Ranked among the top four restaurants on the island on TripAdvisor, Nunzio serves handmade pastas, house-cured meats, and classic Italian desserts in an…
One Hot Mama's American Grille. Coligny area, South End · Barbecue and American — A loud, lively landmark drawing families and groups for award-winning barbecue ribs, wings, and Lowcountry-spiced plates. One of the island's…
Chez Georges Bistro and Bar. Orleans Plaza, South End · French bistro — A neighborhood-style French bistro serving traditional bistro staples — steak frites, onion soup, duck confit — with locally sourced Lowcountry ingredients…
Skull Creek Boathouse. 397 Squire Pope Rd · 4.5★ (8,355 reviews)
The Crazy Crab Jarvis Creek. 104 William Hilton Pkwy · 4.4★ (6,886 reviews)
Skull Creek Dockside. 2 Hudson Rd · 4.5★ (4,659 reviews)
Cafés, bakeries & casual
Fishcamp on Broad Creek. Broad Creek waterfront, Mid-Island · Southern American seafood — A creek-front spot beloved for waterfront sunset views from its large patio, serving casual seafood, steaks, and Sunday brunch. The…
Lucky Rooster Kitchen and Bar. South Island Square, North End · American bistro / New Southern — A rustic-casual bistro sourcing ingredients from local and regional farms and local waters, with a focused menu of refined comfort…
Palmetto Bay SunRise Cafe. 86 Helmsman Way · 4.6★ (1,455 reviews)
Watusi Cafe. 71 Pope Ave Ste E · 4.5★ (1,595 reviews)
GT International Cafe. 807 William Hilton Pkwy · 4.7★ (733 reviews)
The Cottage Cafe, Bakery & Tea Room. 38 Calhoun St · 4.5★ (812 reviews)
Fine dining & Michelin
The Jazz Corner. Village at Wexford, Mid-Island · American fine dining with live jazz — An intimate 55-seat candlelit listening room open since 1999, offering world-class jazz seven nights a week alongside a full…