I'm sure the food is wonderful but we never got the chance as our reservation that I had called in the week before got lost. Parking was also not easily available which didn't really matter since they were completely booked and we left. It was very embarrassing as we were with friends and had to hunt for a place on a Friday night. Scratched this one off the list. read more

Have been to this restaurant many times. This time was not great. Although the service was great, my meal was not. The strip steak was so tough that it was tiring to cut. The mashed potatoes served with the steak were so full of green peppercorns that it was noticeably hot . In all, the menu could use an update as to main courses. PLEASE bring back the beef fillet. Strip steak and rib eyes are not the best. read more

Realize this appeals to the blue-rinse-dye crown for Sunday brunch, only time I ever go, but damn, it delivers a kind of special Sunday wallop! All the egg dishes are on point, and the seafood combos are what you were hoping for. It's so popular on Sundays, getting a table is a little frenetic, but you'll forget about that when your dish arrives. read more

Food was incredible!!! Service was some of the worst I've experienced. No such thing as southern hospitality with our server this morning. There was another lady in pink that was very pleasant and sweet. Our brunch server however was rude, aggressive and not worth what we paid for in our food. We were never brought water, offered coffee and had to yell across the room For refills on our cocktails. I own restaurants and have been in the industry for 20 years. Always tip 50%. And I had a hard time leaving $20 on 160. I wish I would Of asked her name. But she was never at the table long enough to ask. We just purchased a spot in the rv park and unfortunately will not be eating there again based on the rude service we received. And don't ask for butter, jam Or hot sauce with your brunch because according to our server there "is none". Can't make the bloody Mary's spicy even though the table next to us did. She hates her job and possibly her life and it's evident. Thank you to the chefs for providing an incredible meal. We will still to other places on the island though due to the service! read more

Sunset Grille - New American Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

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What a pretty little slice of heaven. Small quaint restaurant with a large presence. My daughter and I are from New Orleans and decided to leave the storm. We love our good food!! The fried oysters were amazing and beautifully displayed . I had tonight's fish special which I believe was mahi.. it was excellent. My daughter loved her crab cakes. The service was incredible in this picturesque little restaurant. Super sweet staff.... oh goodness our chocolate bundt... more sweetness. Yes there are stairs and it might be a tad warm but it was worth it and not bad at all . I love that it was in a very upscale RV park.... adds to this fun find! read more

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The dining area is pretty small but it creates a nice intimate setting. The food was delicious and the servers were very friendly. The only downside is the location. They're on the second floor and there is no elevator. If you have mobility issues this could be a problem. My wife and I have both had recent knee surgeries and we weren't excited to find out we were stuck using the stairs. read more

Sunset Grille - Stuffed pork loin - New American Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Food was good but not great. Seared sea scallops were overcooked on one side and romesco sauce did not impress. Seafood cakes were tasty. Fried oyster app was perfectly fried, but sauce just didn't complement the oysters well. Excellent friendly and attentive service! [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place touts the best sunset dining on HHI. The sunset was beautiful, but the indoor experience on the sunset side of the room where we sat was hot to the point of uncomfortable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They need better windows, more A/C, or both.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]And sharing restrooms with a dank, poolside bathhouse downstairs is pretty bad for the digestion. They need to invest in a nice, upstairs one-holer for dining customers[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. read more

Excellent attention and food location of waters 2 stories above the well known Hiltonhead Rv resort and Harbor how BEAUTIFUL THE WATERWAYS.....AND RV RESORT. JENKINS ISLSND RD HILTONHEAD SC read more

You cannot beat the view thus sunset grill! Food was good service was great. It's a little pricey but not too extreme. Very nice location most tourists never find read more

Beautiful sunset. Food was excellent, we got the scallops with kale risotto. Never thought kale risotto would be so good, but it would complement many seafood dishes, and it went beautifully with the scallops. Shrimp and grits had nice twist with two pepper sauces, dolloped into the grits. Appetizers were fantastic: shiitake mushroom, tart, and duck sausage. Service was so nice and friendly. Made for a beautiful, relaxing dinner, with my wife (and mother-in-law). Earned some points toward getting to heaven. Sunset perfectly in view. Look forward to going back there again. read more

This is a very fun place, small and intimate, and worth the drive and adventure to find it. The views are outstanding and the server was the best we've had in a very long time. The food is great, but the thing that is way super you gotta try it good, was the oysters appetizer! I can't even describe it well enough to do it justice. The flavors were outstanding in the sauce, and plenty of it. I saved a few for my hub, and he loved it too. Shrimp and grits had varied flavors, crab cakes good. Highly recommend! read more

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The food is excellent and the view is gorgeous. The service is also good. Make reservations and enjoy this hidden gem. read more

I Wanted to like it so much more. Would recommend ellas on the water for the same price but MUCH better service and food. 1. Another review said hidden gem- yeah, kinda. It's odd. You drive through an RV Park and the restaurant is above and partially overlooking the RV pool area-- so if no one is swimming, it's tranquil. Sight seeing at your risk depending on who and how many are in the water/on deck. (See pic) 2. It's very small- there actually is a small outside area but it's very rotted, they can't seat anyone and even the waitress said they've said something to the owners for a long time but they refuse to fix it. Lame. You have a property with gorgeous views- tables can't be sat 6 feet apart indoors because you only have 10. (See pic) 3. Theoretically the tables should have water view-- but at least 3 window panes need replacing and condensation on them makes the view less than optimal-- so if you're lucky enough to get one of the prime tables, then yay for you. (See pic) 4. Service was disappointing. 2 waitress staff- one more pleasant than the other. After first arriving, I asked for a straw. She brought one back wrapped in a napkin, but never asking if he wanted one. When he asked for one About 10 min later, she brought it out with her hands and threw it in like a dart-- so she could attend to the needs of the 4 top next to us. Odd, but whatever. She clearly did not favor us over the 4 top seated next to us. Was it age? ( we are late 30s/early 40s.. they had about 10 yrs on us, as did she maybe?- but we are plenty capable of paying for and tipping well on a meal and service provided‍) It was almost comical the questions, service and follow up they received comparatively. We were not asked about our meal or if anything else could be brought out with 5 min of being served (my husbands $45 filet was ordered med-rare and came out tough, overcooked and burnt on the bottom). She went to her other tables twice before coming over with hands out to take our plates away as she asked "finished?" My husband said no and paused briefly to explain his issue as she was already walking away!! He pointed out that he hadn't eaten because he had been waiting for her to check on us . When asked if that's how med- rare typically looks at sunset grille, she said "I guess not" and took it away while asking if he wanted another. It was corrected, though took a while, and was cooked 100% better (how it was ordered) though no compensation or even a simple apology was ever offered. She did come back to make sure this time that everything was better, but turned before he could even answer. Why bother asking when you don't have the time or care to wait for an answer? Once again, being 1 (not 6, with Covid) ft away, we heard her explain the dessert items, ask about their meals and be friendly with the table next to us. Proof that she COULD be decent. I still tipped 18% but it's the first time I haven't left 20-25% in YEARS. The food was good, weve both had better even here in Hilton head, the view (past the pool) was the best part, but the service ruined it for us. Oh- and had to get a pic of the trash can literally outside of the door you walk to enter but also the kitchen door.. almost as unclassy as the waitress behaved. read more

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Possibly the best meal we had the whole week in Hilton Head. Even though it was raining we were entertained by the dolphins playing in the water. This place is a must! read more

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Wow, what a find! This place is tucked away next to an RV "resort" at the end of Jenkins Road. It's easy to miss, but you'll be glad you found it. The views were very nice, and the food was even better. These folks seem keen on presenting good flavors in a way that pleases the eye. Our highlights: I had a cup of the Roasted Red Pepper and Lump Crab Bisque. Outstanding. It was a bright red concoction with some good lump-crab. I should have gotten a whole bowl of it. And the Shrimp & Grits really are a work of art. Lightly blackened shrimp over some very nice grits dotted with a couple of specialty sauces. It was amazingly good. Service was fast, very personal, and friendly. Sunset Grille is small, so call ahead for reservations whenever possible. I hear the brunch service has a line out the door. Next time I'm in the area, we'll certainly return to this place. Holler if you're coming with. read more

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Great food but a very noisy restaurant. Very difficult to have conversation at the table. Thank you very much.

Outstanding views in a comfortable, fine dining atmosphere. Our food and service were outstanding. The menu offers entrees for everyone. I think the locals may be keeping this place a secret... read more

I'm not sure why but I never had shrimp and grits before this visit. At best it was just not my thing. It was explained to me that the Grille's version was sort of deconstructed. Someday I'll try it someplace else. I will say the fried oysters with two sauces were excellent. read more

I've heard a lot of compliments about Sunset Grill through the years. The food was very good but, I would not say great. The service is wonderful. Definitely a great experience for a beautiful evening. read more

Always amazing service and food. Go to watch the sunset over the water. Locals favorite!

Great for Sunday brunch on the porch on a warm sunny day. Good food and pleasant service.

Best food in Hilton Head! Love the house Bloody Mary's. Smoked fish is awesome. Have been here several times. Brunch is delicious. Everything so fresh and homemade. Call for reservation, you will not be disappointed. read more

Sunset Grille - Waffles - New American Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

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The most rude "service" I have ever encountered. Our reservation couldn't be found once they realized that we had 2 small children in our group. read more

So we heard and read good things so off we go to the Sunset Grille. First, it is in a good location on a waterway, but part of an RV park. Not a big deal as it was clean and plenty of parking. When we got out of car we thought we were in a wrong place as there wasnt a soul in sight. The restaurant is on 2nd floor and is small. Maybe 12 tables. We were greeted and promptly seated. Ordered a few drinks and received menus. Our server came and asked if we were ready. I said we were not but possibly a few appetizers. The reaponse waa "No, I'll take them all at once" and walked away. ! Wow. If that is policy, just tell is when we get the menus. She then didn't come back for 15+ minutes, although beimg such a small place she walked by us at least a dozen times. Anyway, we ordered food and wine. The food was outstanding. Cajun oyters and kale-potato soup. Excellent. Wine delivered and poured appropriately. Good prices for their wine selection. Short ribs excellent. Shrimp and grits excellent. When time for desert we got her attention. Again...wow. The word our dinner partners used was "condescending". After that we decided to check out and get desert elsewhere. We left a reasonable tip but came away disappointed as the food and location were great but the service was not with a smile and certainly not with the customer experience at the top of list. The lady taking care of us seemed to be the manager, not a normal employee. I guess she had too much to do and forgot about our experience. Too bad, as this could have been a 5 star review. read more

Warm, attentive service with a local influenced and well executed menu. A unique location with beautiful views worth seeking it out.

Food is outstanding. The servers are also very good, but the management is terrible. Only at this sunset grille do they leave the blinds down until just before sunset so the diner cannot enjoy the view. Also, the manager was more concerned about table turnover than the dining experience. This could be the best restaurant in the Hilton head area with someone more focused on the dining experience read more

My wife hade the crab cakes, I had the beet salad, and duck breast. We shared the blueberry cobbler dessert. We have been coming to Hilton Head for 35 years. Heard about this hidden gem, but never tried it. We won't miss it again on subsequent trips. Excellent food, excellent staff, very enjoyable. read more

For the price we paid, the meal was not worth it. It was very crowded in there and very loud. The servers wore masks sometimes. My husband's steak was undercooked and the rest of the items on the plate were cold. The server was quick to get it back to the kitchen and it came out as ordered the second time. The sea bass special was supposed to have a chimichurri sauce but it appeared to just be butter with a few tiny pieces of bell peppers. My filet was very good. Nice location on marina. read more

Came here for our anniversary dinner and it did not disappoint. The food was spectacular. The portions were generous and the flavors were spot on. We'll be back next time we visit Hilton Head. Would definitely recommend. read more

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It's hard to give this an honest review. Food was excellent however the staff was extremely condescending. Although I had a reservation, the hostess and what appeared to be a manager, acted as if I was trying to get my party in without a reservation. They questioned me about my name and phone number and initially insisted I did not reserve a table. After realizing I did make a reservation, their attitudes did not change. When we left I told the manager how she made me feel. She seemed surprised but offered no apology. read more

This restaurant has great food, great atmosphere, great views. I would recommend this place to anyone. However, I would be remiss to mention the service. This dinning experience is not inexpensive, probably 50-100 per person. When you drop and 125 for 2 you would expect quality service, not in the case of our server Kelly. She was rude, short, condescending , even correcting the customers and dare I say in the wrong career Any way, I will continue to go back to Sunset Grille but Kelly will not be my server or I will leave. read more

Small little place in the harbor vicinity mobile home park. Reservations are a must. No handicap access and only 12 tables. Service was very good and food was delicious but a bit pricey. We could not sit and talk after the meal because they needed the table so they were cleaning off the table while we were still sitting there. read more

Sunset Grille - Looking out over the water. Near the RV Park. - New American Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Cool spot with a beautiful view of the sunset even on a cloudy day. Food was good too, but definitely overpriced. We got the smoked salmon and shrimp and grits. Both had a very smokey taste, and were delicious. read more

Sunset Grille - New American Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

For a restaurant located in an RV park it would be considered outstanding. Compared to other restaurants on the island it is ordinary. The restaurant is one large room with 2 walls of glass that allows you to overlook Skull Creek. The balance of the room lacks atmosphere. Our meals were tasty but not outstanding. I think the prices our a bit too high for what you get. The staff was friendly and we were satisfied with the service. One minor thing I give a lower mark for was inconsistency serving the drinks. We ordered 2 rounds of the same drink. The first round was served with a large lime slice on a sword toothpick. The second was served with 2 very small lime pieces placed in the drink, which shows lack of discipline. So in the end , we went , we experienced and we won't go back. read more

Windows over the water to watch the sunset. Large wine list for every pallet. Ordered the best salad with crab cakes for dinner. A must. Bread pudding for dessert A must read more

Sunset Grille - New American Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

This was a personal recommendation from an acquaintance here in Hilton Head. I ordered the catch of the day, Mahi Mahi, and my wife struggled with ordering anything as nothing appealed to her. We started with Bruschetta, which you would have to try really hard to screw up. In addition, we ordered the smoked seafood appetizer. The salmon on this appetizer was average- I smoke fish on a Recteq 1250 pellet grill that comes out perfect every time. There were two mussels and some smoked Mahi (INCREDIBLY dry). The Mahi entree was presented well, and my first bite coupled with the cucumber and feta was good- then every bite thereafter was WAY over cooked. My wife ordered a chicken and pasta dish, and the chicken was bone dry. All of the above with 2 glasses of wine (they have no cocktail menu- was told by the waitress 'they can make any cocktail you like' came to $150.00 with the tip- the waitress was not great and offered no feedback when my wife asked about her chicken entree. $44 for a piece of Mahi and a side of green beans- and the Mahi was DESTROYED- not cooked properly, over cooked chicken- I would save your time and money on a proper restaurant. read more

Stingy. Was denied a 6pm res, took a 5:30 instead. We were given an inside table, while several window tables remained empty the ENTIRE time we were there. When I asked about the window table, our waitress said it was reserved for the 6:30 seating! Why not seat the 6:30 at the inside table? So it remained vacant for the sunset! How stingy and dumb! We paid $102 for a truly mediocre meal with a view of an empty table by the window. We had the so-called best shrimp and grits and the acclaimed bread pudding. I don't think so. We have been cruising up and down the intracoastal for several years now, and this shrimp and grits was the most bland and pedestrian. Karibou at St Simon was the best. Bread pudding on any cruise ship is far superior to this hard and slimy dessert. Not worth the expense. A total rip off. read more

Does not honor reservations. Go elsewhere for a better experience . Sad, has been a good place in the past.

One of the best meals we have ever had. A visit to this hidden gem is an absolute must.

I've been coming to HHI for 35 years and this is the best restaurant on the island year in and year out. The view and the menu never disappoint. read more