Awesome dive bar!…read more Took a minute to find but glad we did. The service is point. Didn't run into many tourists in there and met a bunch of friendly locals. Definitely recommend!

Maybe I'm a bit biased because I feel like "Norm" from Cheers because when I return for another…read moretwo weeks on Hilton Head (and 10-12 evenings at Cool Cats), I am greeted by cheers " Hey! the Captain is back" as the bartender on duty automatically heads to the back to bring out a cold GUINNESS for me. From the first time I stumbled upon, not into, Cool Cats lounge, several years ago, I felt like one of the locals. Even though I am much older than most there. From the staff to the crowd on any evening, the atmosphere is friendly, warm and welcoming. This applies to Everyone who walks through the door. Make sure this is at the top of your list when you get to Hilton Head. It may be the your place to go every evening. It is for me. When you get there, ask if "the Captain" is there so I'll get to meet you.

My least enjoyable culinary experience while staying at the hotel…read more... Slow service.... We saw our drinks sit on the bar for 10 minutes before they brought them over to us. Smash burgers, were not smashed and not flavorful. Nobody really liked their food. Sort of a hipster vibe inside. I only went there once.... It was enough and was a learning experience....

Just a so-so Sports Bar ... one that had a bunch of TVs but wasn't able to show the Thursday Night…read moreFootball game because it was on Amazon Prime. So apparently they saved a few dollars but didn't cover the biggest sports event last Thursday evening. Food wise they had a nice limited selection ... especially Sammies. Two of us had the swordfish Sammie and it was very tasty. Drinks were also very nice. So on balance they get 3 stars overall ... earned by the food. If you really want sports, you may have to use your phone.

Seems silly to review a spot that is such a staple it needs no reviews but why not! Tiki Hut is…read morejust as it needs to be - cold drinks, unfussy no frills right off the beach. Sit at the bar or grab a table and the service is FAST but the food is very good for a tiki shack kind of environment. We particularly liked the fish sandwich and fish tacos. Also I can never resist tater tots so it's automatically a winner. Everyone is in bathing suits and there's shower washes and things to rinse your feet off as you enter so no worries about doing anything except walking off the sand and then walking back out! Pro Tip: Check the chalkboards for fun drink specials and don't miss out on the spicy margarita

We visited the Tiki Hut on Hilton Head Island during a Memorial Day weekend vacation. It has a fun…read morebeach‑bar vibe, and the live music definitely adds some great energy to the place. The outdoor seating is a nice touch, with a mix of open-air tables and some covered spots at the bar for shade. The drink menu is decent, with plenty of tropical cocktails to choose from, though the beer selection is surprisingly limited for a place that stays this busy. Most of the service seems to run through the bar, and while the bar staff was friendly, upbeat, and doing their best despite being absolutely swamped, the table service was pretty spotty. The food menu is just okay--nothing terrible, nothing standout. I ordered the Caribbean Jerk Chicken sandwich at lunch, and unfortunately it did not sit well with me at all. It upset my digestive system enough to derail one of my vacation days, which definitely colored the experience. One thing that stood out was the presence of armed security guards. Not necessarily a problem, but it does create a different atmosphere than you might expect from a casual beachfront bar. Many reviews have mentioned the parking. We stayed at the hotel, so it wasn't an issue for us but somebody sitting next to me at the bar was ejected by management for something related to parking. I'm not sure of the exact details because I couldn't hear the conversation well, but it seemed to have to do with either buying or selling a parking pass with someone else. There was another incident where an unruly patron had the police called on them after engaging with one of the aforementioned security guards. That said, these seemed to be atypical of the total experience. Overall, it's an entertaining spot for drinks and music, but the unpleasant food experience land it at a middle-of-the-road three stars for me.

Where to begin? I didn't take a picture at Pool Bar Jim's but I'll paint you one…read more We came to this place on day 6 of our vacation and it was six days too late. Incredible service. Hot food. Delicious drinks (with sidecars). They cut our split wraps in half without us having to ask. Nice personal touches here. Also, I got The peanut butter cup drink and they put a peanut butter cup at the bottom as a little treat. 10/10 no notes.

Delicious cocktails made with fresh ingredients and a beautiful view - a great spot to conclude our…read moretrip. Relaxing vibes with excellent service.

If you're in Harbour Town, do yourself a favor and ask for our dude Ricky Amaya…read more We were lucky enough to have Ricky as our server 3-4 times during our vacation, and every single meal was outstanding because of him. He somehow managed to keep our drinks full before we even realized they were getting low, our daughter's cheeseburger came out quickly and exactly right every time, and he never made us feel rushed. The best part? We accidentally spilled drinks at the table more than once (which I had nothing to do), and Ricky couldn't have handled it with more kindness. He laughed it off, had it cleaned up, and made us feel completely comfortable. Service like his is rare. Friendly, attentive, genuinely caring, and consistently on top of everything. Ricky helped make our Hilton Head vacation even more memorable, and we'll absolutely be asking for him every time we're back in Harbour Town. Thanks again, Ricky--you've got customers for life. Five stars isn't enough.

We LOVE Harbourside & we love Hilton Head. The vibe & music is great! Three visits this summer and…read moreall of them were amazing! We love Allando & Gavin. They are so sweet & always greet us with a smile. We sit down & we are immediately given our favorite drinks, High Noons. We look forward to sitting at the bar, eating shrimp, and chatting with them. We were there for 18 days this trip & it was so sad saying goodbye. We look forward to our next visit in May!

This is one of the best bars I've ever been to and probably the best on Hilton Head island. The…read morebartender is knowledgeable and passionate. The drinks are avant garde but also true to their origins. We ordered the ashtray (exceptional), the emerald snap (delicious gin drink, even if you don't like gin), the "chai there" (scrumptious dessert drink), and the old fashioned. As an old fashioned snob, I can confidently tell you this is as good as it gets. The brown sugar simple really takes it over the top. We didn't try the food, but if you want absolute top shelf cocktails, try this place. You will not be disappointed!

FABULOUS! Can't wait to return. The mixologists totally know their stuff and the drinks are as…read moreyummy as they are beautiful. Totally recommend.

Hard to find but worth it. I hate to call it a dive bar, but this is what most people probably…read morethink once they walk in. While in the basement of a building, it was cool, eclectic and our pretzel pimento cheese bites were awesome! Check out the seasonal decorations and dollar bills all the ceiling. I neglected to get the bartender's name but she was great!

This is a great dive bar facing the river and is on Bay Street. It has outside seating that's a…read morebonus in nice weather. The prices are right and the service is quick and friendly. We struck up a conversation with another patron. Because the inside is cozy, it's easy to meet people. We did not have any food.

Where do I start... this place is different. Hard to explain but my mood changed the longer I was…read morethere. No frills no updates since 1973. The place has been around forever and after eating here I can see why. Old inside but still clean...The food was absolutely amazing. Very simple sandwiches and full bar. There is a reason why this is a "locals" spot as it's simple and prices are not overly inflated. The short staff does it all somewhat efficiently. Like I said different but good. Give them a try and support and I don't think you'll be disappointed.

Food was amazing, crab cake sandwich and fried shrimp platter. Atmosphere is great, hard to…read moreexplain, but it just is. Service was great, no complaints, a new favorite.