First let me start off by saying the staff at Caffe Piccolo are so incredibly nice, our waitress was so sweet and attentive. Now, into why I gave the restaurant 3 stars. We started with bread and oil which was so good. Then we got the mussels in marinara and the crab cake appetizers. The mussels were very good but the crab cake appetizer did not have any sauce and it was quiet dry and bland. Next we got our soup and salad, the Tomato Basil soup tasted quite similar to their tomato sauces used in the mussels so I was not super impressed with its flavor since it may have just been tomato sauce. The Gorgonzola salad was very good though. For Entrees we got the Veal Saltimbocca and Fettuccine Carbonara. The saltimbocca was very good and had an interesting twist of adding mushrooms since that is not typical to the dish, but my issue was with the carbonara. As someone who makes it at home, carbonara is made with eggs and they get tempered and emulsified in the sauce to make it creamy and rich. When I received my pasta dish it had scrambled eggs on it due to how piping hot the mushy pasta was. I do not ever send food back but the dish to me was inedible. The waitress was so kind and understanding and happily had the chef remake the dish for me just to have it come out the exact same way. Thankfully for the 3 courses I had prior to the entrees, not eating my dinner didn't leave me starving. We traveled 30 minutes to try this restaurant based on reviews and unfortunately it didn't meet our expectations. read more

Such a beautiful and charming place. We had the scallops with sweet corn and the short ribs. They were both excellent!!! Service was amazing-our server Chris was polite-helpful and made the meal a relaxing and upscale experience- without being stuffy. read more

I went to this restaurant with 4 friends. We were there on my recommendation. I've eaten there a couple of times and the food was always very good. This experience was terrible! Our dinners were not great but not terrible. As we finished our meal one of my guests began swiping at his head....and a ROACH fell onto his plate!!!! Then another on fell directly on the table!! We asked to see the manager, explained what had happened and he was incredibly rude! He looked at me and said I looked intoxicated! I had consumed two glasses of wine with dinner but was far from intoxicated. We showed him one of the roaches that we had killed. He never apologized, just attempted to shift the attention to me because I was the one who called him over. The roaches appeared to be dropping from one of the beams. I will never step foot in that restaurant again. read more

By far the Best Italian restaurant on the Grand Strand. Jimmy is an amazing chef. The restaurant is small in size but that adds to the cozy experience of dining at Caffe Piccolo . There are a few tables outside also in a beautiful courtyard. The front of the house is very attentive and know the menu. Overall is an outstanding dining experience. read more

Just absolutely beautiful perfect. I never thought I would see calamari anything but fried in this part of the world. So thankful that I was proven wrong!! Food was delicious. Staff was incredibly kind to our family of four who walked in without a reservation. We were seated quickly and then the restaurant filled up within 15 minutes. Lucky us! Gorgeous food. Lovely people. Priced just right. And now from my daughter, "Awesomesauce" Oh & everyone was in the best mood - very congenial atmosphere! read more

Simply an amazing find! I was just passing through Pawleys Island on a trip to Myrtle Beach and stopped in Cafe Piccolo on a recommendation and was simply blown away. The food was oustanding. I had the pan seared diver scallops as an appetizer, and I can honestly say they were the best scallops I have ever had in my life. All the dishes are original and and the ingredients used are very fresh and local. Highly recommend!!! read more

The service is paced perfect allowing plenty of time to have a conversation and not be interrupted. The food is dynamite! Definitely go with ALL of the recommendations for the evening. This is good for a great date night or trying to impress clients. Very upscale yet tucked away for a night away from the large rushed crowd found in most commercial places. read more

This is one of my favorite Gluten Free restaurants on the Grand Strand! They have gluten free bread that looks and tastes amazing, and almost everything on the menu can be done gluten free. They're very aware of the allergy and very accommodating. It costs a bit, but is worth it! read more

Had a wonderful meal with my family on the patio last night. Appetizers, salads, main dish specials, wine and service were fantastic. This is our favorite place at Pawleys, always a wonderful experience. read more

Second time here and loving it! The sauces are outstanding!!! The service excellent the inside seating and outside are very pleasant... cannot say enough about how lovely this place is. Dont miss this gem we will be back for sure!!! read more

I ordered the shrimp special which could also be ordered with scallops. It came with some great sides. My wife ordered the grouper and loved it .All of the food was fresh and perfectly prepared. Service by Amber was exceptional. One of the people in our party of 8 is gluten intolerant and they were very attentive and went out of their way to provide a tasty meal including some bread that was delicious. read more

Great at all levels: friendly attentive service, fresh food, fresh and classic flavor combos, well prepared, and relaxed atmosphere. Nailed it. read more

What an experience we had, the food was out of this world. There were 5 of us and everyone walked away saying it was one of the best meals we ever had. The service was also outstanding. read more

Nothing but positive things to say about this restaurant. Never have been disappointed, not once! This isn't your spaghetti and meatball Italian chain place. It's real, flavorful and quality ingredients that go into each dish. My personal favorite is the Penne a la Vodka and my wife loves the Chicken Piccata. Also, save room for desert!!!!!!! read more

This review isn't for one visit, we have been to Cafe Piccolo four times since we moved here in August, 2014. Every time the service and food has been exemplary. It is a small place, but very cozy with a nice outdoor space. read more

Do not miss a wonderful meal prepared with love, attention to detail and fresh local ingredients.

Stumbled across this gem on our way to Sunset Beach, NC! Best lunch ever! Harold our server was a delight! We had the lunch salad special and it was so delicious! read more

Caffe Piccolo - Lunch salad special! Delicious! - Italian Near Me - Pawleys Island, South Carolina

When visiting Pawley we always have a delicious meal at Caffe Piccolo! John took great care of us!

Last week's South Carolina trip brought this restaurant as a great surprise. First time there and the food was prepared exceptionally well. The seared scallops appetizer was moist and flavorful. I love Fra Diavlo sauce and theirs is exquisite. Spicy and bold but not overpowering. I had mine with shrimp, which were large, plentiful for the price, and juicy. We ate in the dining room but there is a very nice tree-lined patio that provides nice shade and ambiance. read more

The patio had a great ambience. The service was fantastic...Andy was absolutely the best! Loved the stuffed mushrooms for starters. The seared scallops with risotto as an entre were exquisite. Just a wonderful evening enjoyed by all. Can't wait to return read more

Recently visited and sat outside. I ordered the caprese salad and my mother got the chicken Marsala. Everything was delicious. The only complaint is the service was lacking. Seemed as though one waiter had the entire outdoor area (which was completely packed) so everything took a while- especially drinks. Overall though I would go back. read more

You will be sorry if you miss this slice of heaven. The chef is from PA and can cook like you can't imagine. Shrimp and scallop scampi, you will clean your plate. Veal special that had a sauce that made you melt. The Caesar salads were perfect portion with a delicious lemon Juice finish on the palate. Dessert, well you better save room! We had the mango sorbet with a white chocolate coating. If no one had been watching I would have licked the plate! We are going back tomorrow. The wait staff was fun and the wine by the glass was very appealing. Don't miss sitting on the patio because its very romantic but you can still wear flip flops! read more

This place is truly a treasure! My husband and my 6 year old son came here while on vacation. My son is not very adventurous with food but the staff was very accommodating. We ordered the stuffed eggplant as an appetizer...it was so fresh the flavor was amazing. I ordered the chicken Marsala and my husband ordered the shrimp and scallop scampi. For desert we ordered cannoli's. EVERYTHING WAS AMAZINGLY and FRESH!! We loved this place!!!! read more

Simply AMAZING! You can dine in a great little courtyard or in the warm, rustic dining room. You want great food this is the place to go. Crusty Italian bread baked fresh for each table so it comes out warm & with tasty dipping oil. We had meatballs as well as sausage & broccoli-rabe sauté appetizers. Both were amazing-- tender flavorful meatballs in a hearty red sauce. The best meatball I have ever eaten. Thoughtful selection of entree options from fish, scallops, pastas, shrimp, chicken, veal & more. Spicy pasta ala Vodka wonderful. This is one place we make sure to visit every time we visit Litchfield area. read more

This restaurant offers VEAL so I did not stay and eat. If you dont know what veal is and how the calf is raised to produce it, educated yourself and decide if you want to give your business to a place that serves it. As for the place itself it looked nice... read more

Quite elegant atmosphere that serves absolutely delicious food. The fresh bread and tomato basil soup were perfect; chicken sorrentino delicious! Highly recommend. I have craved the tomato basil soup ever since I had it. I guess I'll just have to go back! Love it. read more

I think I just had the best dinner in my entire life. I've been here a handful of times and usually go with a traditional Italian dish (when in Rome) but for the first time I went in a different direction and ordered the Scallops & Risotto which consisted of large scallops over a bed of sweet corn and pancetta risotto. It was unbelievable how good it was. I want another one right now! I'll definitely be back...SOON! The service was great and I love seeing smiling faces when eating out. read more

We had a wonderful experience at Caffee Piccolo for a combination birthday celebration and Easter luncheon. The setting was pleasant, the service was very friendly, attentive and accommodating, and the food was great. Our group included three generations and all of us very much enjoyed our meals. read more

Recommended to us yesterday by our waitress at Quigley's (which was also excellent). Food and service was excellent. Veal frances with homemade fettuccine outstanding. It is quite small with about 10 tables so I recommend reservations. Curt our waiter handled multiple tables with ease. read more

Amazing food, great service, wonderful atmosphere. My husband and I went there on our anniversary which was in November. It wasn't warm out but not cold either.....our server offered to stoke up the fire outside so we could enjoy the ambiance. It was wonderful, the wine, the food....everything. And the price wasn't overly expensive like a lot of the places here in Pawleys. We live locally and will DEFINITELY be returning! We have been told they have a sister restaurant in the Inlet named COSTA. We will be trying that one out next. Great job CP!! read more

All I can say is wow. Service was great. We had the stuffed mushrooms which were so fresh. Dinner was grouper and it melted in my mouth. Wine choices were decent too. No doubt will return read more

Great drink menu, great food on all counts! Talent in kitchen and bar! Relaxed pace.

Quaint and just wonderful! So glad that we came across this well-kept secret! Delicious Italian cuisine and friendly staff. Highly recommend! read more

Stopped in here from our drive from Georgetown to Myrtle Beach and so happy we stumbled upon this place. Ambiance was fantastic (we sat outside) and food was delicious. After eating in Myrtle Beach all week (burgers, pizza, etc) this food was so refreshing. read more

Cafe Piccolo was disappointment. Our server had his fingers all over my food, my drink glass and overcharged us $8.00 for our drinks. There was hair in the bread/olive oil and the Bolognese which was normally excellent was mediocre. Seriously doubt as locals we would return again. read more

Great food and terrific service our setver Andgie (Annie?) Wad fabulous. Calamari app excellent.

This is our second visit to this restaurant. The first was leisurely, this one was painfully SLOW!! The food was excellent however, the atmosphere was SO loud that it was impossible to carry on a conversation. The next time we will try for a table outside and if the noise is still a problem we won't return! read more

Cafe Piccolo is one of our favorite finds in Pawleys. The food is always fresh and delicious and the wine list is great. It's a little pricey, but so worth it. read more

After receiving recommendations from several neighborhood folks, we decided to check out Cafe Piccolo for ourselves and were not disappointed. The burrata salad was delicious with arugula, warm pears and prosciutto. The tomato basil soup was creamy and flavorful. The linguine was cooked to perfection and the clams were plentiful. The wait staff was pleasant and informative. Cafe Piccolo gets a thumbs up! We'll definitely be back with our friends. read more

We had a delightful dinner at this restaurant tonight. The pear and fresh mozzarella cheese on arugula was delicious. I ordered the red snapper from the special board and it was very good. It was served with fresh spinach and angel hair pasta. My husband had the linguini and clams. It was not the best he ever had, but it was very good. Thanks for a nice dining experience. read more