the service was incredible, all of the servers were extremely kind and were extremely helpful…read more(especially when confirming gluten free foods were safe for me as i have celiac disease). the host (brandon) has an extremely kind soul and stayed very professional as some patrons were causing problems. the backyard seating area was very cozy and comfortable, and the food was great! would definitely recommend!

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.

We ate here for the first time tonight. We thought the food was very good. We had the pulled pork,…read morebrisket, and ribs. Our sides were potato salad and slaw. Both were good. We thought the slaw the best! It's is counter service, but that's no problem for us. Ample seating and nice. We would recommend it to everyone.

What a fantastic location... and what an unbelievable disappointment…read more We were excited to try the new Slow County BBQ location in Coligny Plaza, but it ended up being one of the worst dining experiences we've had on Hilton Head. The service was well below average. The employees looked like they didn't want to be there, and there wasn't a welcoming atmosphere from the moment we walked in. To make matters worse, you order at the counter, bus your own table, and are still prompted to leave a tip before you've received any food or service. The food was even worse. Our kids wouldn't even touch the mac and cheese after one bite. It tasted like it was made almost entirely with processed cheese and was a complete miss. Then came the "Garbage Can Nachos." The name couldn't be more fitting. They probably should have stayed in the garbage can. It was essentially a bucket full of chips with a tiny amount of cold pulled pork and processed cheese on top. I'd say it was about 90% chips and 10% toppings. To make it even more ridiculous, the food runner slammed the bucket onto the plate multiple times to crush the chips so the toppings wouldn't fall off. Watching someone intentionally pulverize your food before serving it was almost comical. For a BBQ restaurant, the menu was incredibly underwhelming. The quality simply wasn't there, and neither was the beer selection, with only four beers on tap. Everything about the experience felt like it was designed to cater to one-time tourists rather than earn repeat customers. Coligny Plaza deserves restaurants that people are excited to come back to. Unfortunately, this wasn't one of them. Between the poor service, disappointing food, limited beer selection, and awkward counter-service model with a tip prompt, we left wishing we had chosen literally anywhere else. We won't be back.

We love the atmosphere! the food was incredible! but our server was absolutely the BOMB!!!! so…read morehelpful, likable, cute, funny, knowledgeable and awesome! Lyla was wonderful! we would come back just to have her again!

My husband and I have now eaten at the Smokehouse three times and we've always had a great time…read more The service is friendly and prompt; the food comes out quickly; the food itself is excellent; pricing is reasonable; and they have a great selection of beer on tap. What more could you ask for? I've had the BBQ pork platter twice, and today I had the smash burger special for lunch. Everything is always delicious - their BBQ sauces are great too. Looking forward to eating here again!

The food was spectacular. Ribs with the perfect rub and sauce, that fell off the bone. Our party…read morepicked a couple different sides and the Sweet potato casserole, potato salad and seasonal greens were all delicious. Extra points for how hot the sides were. Great service as well. Highly recommend.

Food was great the barbecue was juicy and tender chicken was seasoned perfectly fries were very…read moresimilar to five guys and the guy gave me a free sweet potato casserole dessert it was delicious.

Yeah they deserve six stars just from the guy who probably owns the place that takes your order if…read morehe doesn't own the place he should. I had the lunch special for $15 that includes tax I did the train wreck which is chicken pulled pork and brisket I had two sides coleslaw and the incredible sweet potato casserole oh and they've got like five sauces tried them all delicious combine the JJ sauce and the sweet spicy you'll be in heaven, I'm telling you Ron don't walk get over here it's amazing I live an hour away luckily I work here at least two times a month and I think that's why we have lunch every single time can't wait to try the jerk and the ribs Rock on Choo Choo! G

Choo Choo BBQ in Bluffton is a must-visit! Cozy Southern…read moreambiance paired with seriously delicious barbecue. We ordered the Train Wreck platter with chicken and beef brisket, both were tender, flavorful, and honestly a 10/10. The service was excellent from start to finish, and the table-side Jenga while waiting for our food was such a fun touch (we love Jenga, so that was a win ). If you're a fan of great barbecue, do yourself a favor and stop by Choo Choo's. They've been serving up mouthwatering BBQ for over 20 years, and their chef has been there nearly half that time, which absolutely shows in the quality. We'll definitely be back!

Did tour tasting and lunch. Buffalo wings are great. Everything was great. Clinton answered every…read morequestion we could think to ask

We had a wonderful trip and tour of the distillery. The distillery is beautiful inside and out.read more

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.

Traveling to Florida, we stayed in Hardeesville, SC Found…read morethis delicious BBQ place 20 minutes from hotel. Best brisket and sweet tea ever! The server Ed was very friendly and efficient. We teased him that the restaurant should be called Ed, Jim N Nick's BBQ

I was there for lunch just as they opened at 11 a.m. We there was a group of us who were seated…read moreright away. It was quite chilly inside and they had the fans going which they said can't be turned off. They started us off with the cheesy biscuits/muffins which were so good, I had 2. For lunch I ordered the Classic Pulled Pork which came with 2 sides. I didn't notice that one of the side cost an additional $.99 which was the brisket chili. I still would have ordered it. The pulled pork was very tender and had a good smoke and BBQ flavor. I also recommend the BBQ corn on the cob. Had a nice seasoning blend along with a butter type blend soaked into the foil wrap. The one end of the corn has a large wooden skewer/toothpick for holding. It was very fresh and not overcooked. The pulled pork was $14.99. Our waitress Tracey did a great job serving the 7 of us. No problem with separate checks either.