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.

Truffles Cafe was phenomenal. A good thing is the surface lot offers plenty of parking for patrons…read moreof the shopping center. Maître d' was friendly as was the attentive waiter. Portion sizes are great, and the prices are justified. The parmesan fries were a treat for the kids as they devoured every last one. I had the chicken pot pie, which was delicious. The temperature was scalding, but I pushed through and ate the entire thing.

Located in Sea Pines which has a $10 entry. Restaurant is tucked into an outdoor strip mall out of…read moresight. You must know where this is to find it; you can't see it from the street or parking lot. Hubby got the French onion soup. Skip this. We were not impressed. They used chicken stock and it misses the richness normally given by beef broth in this soup other places. I got the crispy tuna wontons. It was a unique appetizer. A wonton chip, covered in mayonnaise slaw, topped with lightly seared tuna, then doused with some soy glaze and sesame seeds ($18). It was interestingly good. The free house bread and garlic butter was VERY good. Hubby got the gourmet chicken pot pie ($21). Get this ! It has a wine cream sauce that really makes this special. I was jealous. I got the cajun pasta with shrimp ($30). The menu says chicken, but you can substitute shrimp with a $2 upcharge. (Which was ridiculous because they used farmed shrimp, despite shrimp boats literally being out their back door--- cheapos !!!) The shrimp were undercooked and did not have much flavor. I got the pear-adise cocktail. It was decent. Very alcohol-forward. A small slice of pear on the rim was a nice touch. We shared the restaurant's signature dessert: The Blondie brownie topped with a scoop of ice cream and housemade caramel and chocolate sauces. Very good. An acquaintance recommended the key lime pie saying it's the real deal... maybe next time. They have outdoor seating but the chairs are metal and very uncomfortable. Reservations recommended. On a Friday night, no tables were available for a walk-in, so we were squished into a tiny booth at the bar. Other couples faced a similar fate. When we didn't finish our appetizer or main dish, both containers were stacked beside my skinny husband on his seat because there was absolutely no room on the table. I even had to put the bread basket on the floor when we were done. Waiter was nice and checked on whether the shrimp is local for me (it's not) and offered to take off the upcharge of the shrimp since he didn't mention it. (We said it was ok and paid the upcharge anyway). No fee for paying with credit card.

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.

The food here was all amazing. Truthfully I don't even remember which dish is mine I just remember…read morebeing blown away by the pistachio gelato. Insane. Service was great. Our server was very attentive the entire time. The vibe inside is definitely cozy and there's a cute little bar right when you walk in. Food was great!!!

Such a cute place! Feels like you are walking into Nana's house. The service was great and quick…read moreand the food was just excellent! We got the pork chops 5/5, the mussels were and the grilled shrimp was just superb. Highly recommend it

We come to HHI frequently and make a point to dine here! I love that everything is included in the…read moreentree price - even the salad which most restaurants charge extra for. There are always fresh seafood specials, and they are always good. That's why you have to make a reservation to dine here ... it's always crowded. We enjoy the bar as well (imagine that). Bartenders are so friendly and have been here for years. Price is in line with the quality and so is service. It's truly a "don't miss" if you are in Hilton Head. Try it out and you can thank me later!

Fancy French place. Make sure you make a reservation. The menu is handwritten every day which I…read morevery much appreciated and admired. The best thing was the fresh mozzarella and tomato. Absolutely delicious! Must have. The duck had great flavor but was a bit tough. Honestly you probably can't go wrong with anything in the menu! Would definitely come back!

I want to commend the wait staff. The professionalism shown last night was top-notch, from keeping…read moreour water glasses filled to promptly removing dirty plates. Not once did an arm reach across my face to fill a glass or clear a plate--it was all done seamlessly and professionally. That kind of attention to detail really makes a difference. Now, on to the food... WOW! From the milk bread to my entrée, everything was absolutely delicious. Every bite was fantastic. This was my first time visiting The Links, and I can say with confidence that it certainly will not be my last! Great food, outstanding service, and a wonderful experience all around.

We submitted last dined here for brunch with the family last month. It's right next to the golf…read morecourse. The staff were friendly. We ordered fresh beignets which I thought were alright. They were different from the ones from New Orleans. As well as a roast beef sandwich, cream cake sandwich with truffle fries, salad with grilled chicken, grilled cheese with fries and Mac and cheese. The main entrees were good overall.

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

This breakfast place is for sure one of the best restaurants we have been to this trip…read moreThe service is too notch. This is a well oiled machine! As a former restaurant owner, I haven't seen such a well run, managed restaurant in a very long time It has the best pancakes ever! Make this one stop for breakfast you won't break the bank.

Service was exemplary! Would highly recommend the Sushi Nachos! Flavors were amazing and who ever…read morethought this app up was a genius! Then you have to try the Fungus A Mungus burger! OMG! You will not be disappointed dining at this restaurant. Will def be back next time we travel through! Tim & Susan H. Raynham, MA

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.

Food service atmosphere all great! Hidden gem on the island- fresh local and not over priced…read more Looking for a great place for a special dinner, business dinner, casual dinner or eat at the bar... go here- Kimberly is amazing if you get her for a server!!

We come to Sage Room every year and it never disappoints. This time we sat at bar and had awesome…read moreservice (I don't remember the two bartenders names but they were amazing!!) They were very accommodating as my father has a health issue which requires some food and drink restrictions. It was so good we actually changed our other reservations for the week to come back the next night as well. We had Tobey and he was awesome. Highly recommended the snow pea martini, any fish dish and short ribs! We will 100% keep returning every year.