This is one of those places that has only a few things on the menu, but they do those things SO well. Their niche is smash burgers and waffle fries, and they did not disappoint. Starting with the burger, I like when a smash burger is ACTUALLY a smash burger. They include cheese and pickles on it and it was just the perfect burger. I think it's pretty high on my burger rankings. Might even beat Heavy's! I feel like it's rare to get waffle fries unless you're going to Chick Fil A, so it was nice to have them with our burger. We got a bag to share and there was plenty. They were salted and seasoned to perfection and perfectly crispy. We sat outside where they have a full bar, a TV for sports, and they had live music. read more

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The Good: The Smashburgers are excellent -- cheese, pickles, and onions all on point. If you haven't been here, stop settling for chain burger joints. This is genuinely one of the best burgers around. The waffle fries deserve a special mention: fresh, nicely done, and you get a generous portion. Think Chick-fil-A fries, but the way they should be. The Truffle Fries are solid too -- just a bit rich for my taste, but that's purely personal preference. I also tried the Sweet & Spicy Chicken -- good and flavorful, though slightly heavy on the batter for me. Still worth a try. A Couple of Suggestions: A lower-carb side option would be a welcome addition -- I asked and it was a hard no. Hopefully Tin and Tallow considers adding some healthier alternatives down the road. Breakfast -- Proceed with Caution: The croissant with egg and cheese was, unfortunately, a miss for me. The egg and cheese were fine, but buttering an already butter-heavy croissant and griddling it turned it into a flat, gooey mess. I hear there's a biscuit option, which might be better -- but personally, I'd love to see an English muffin or bagel on the menu. Something with a little more structure would go a long way. Bottom Line: Come for the burgers and fries -- you won't be disappointed. Just maybe skip the croissant breakfast for now. read more

Food was fast and excellent! Not the best atmosphere and not many tables. Parking was a little chaotic, but was fine Would come back for the food to go most likely and take it somewhere else read more

Beautiful day to sit and enjoy smoke/vape free outdoor space. Smash burger was excellent, and yes, they have gluten free buns. Fries also very good - not over salted! read more

Tin & Tallow - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

My family and I loved this place! You have to get an order of fries. They were crispy and so flavorful! They have a full coffee menu with non-dairy milk options! So nice :) The place is small with only a few tables, it has a small town restaurant vibe. There was more seating outdoors than indoors, so even if it looks busy you should be able to grab a table. The staff was lovely! read more

Decided to try Tin & Tallow while our family was staying on HHI. When we arrived it was SLAMMED. We almost didn't stop, because we figured there would be a massive wait. Thankfully we didn't let the crowd deter us. The line was pretty long, but went very quickly. You order at the counter, then grab a seat & your food is brought out to you. Even with the crowd, service was fast and pleasant. Our party had the waffle fries (plain and truffle), the chicken sandwich, and three burgers. We also ordered the egg rolls which were Chicken Parm with marinara sauce. Everything was excellent. The vibe was laid back, there was live music & great people watching :) We will return! read more

So yummy! Delicious and creative burgers. Egg rolls were divine. Truffle and Parmesan fries were also delicious. Staff friendly and accommodating. We will return! read more

Excellent counter service place with delicious burgers and fries, and a great selection of beers on tap. Incredibly friendly and fast service. The food is phenomenal and I'm glad we got to check it out while in town! read more

This place is absolutely fantastic. We are visiting from Arizona for my bday and I am always searching for restaurants that lean seed oil free, so the tallow was a huge win for me. This was one, if not the best smash burger I've had... the fries were amazing and the wings were phenomenal. The house-made sauces were delicious and the service from the women at the front was awesome. My fav food of the trip! read more

Tin & Tallow - Smash burger, Wednesday beef tallow fried wings, fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

I've been visiting Hilton Head Island every year for the past 10 years, and I don't remember seeing this place before--so I'm guessing it's a newer spot (but I could be wrong). Either way, I'm glad we found it! We came with another couple to grab a quick bite, and wow--I was impressed. I ordered "The Burger" double with onions and sauce on the side, plus a half order of waffle fries (perfect for sharing with one or two people). These are smashed burgers, and they do them right! The burger and fries were both packed with flavor and perfectly seasoned--which is rare for me to say, because I usually don't even care for burgers from restaurants. But this one? Totally different story. You can tell they put care into what they're serving. Food comes in a to-go bag, but there's plenty of seating inside and out if you want to chill and eat there. I'll definitely be back next time I'm on the island. If you're in Hilton Head and love a good burger, don't skip this place. You'll be glad you tried it! read more

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There's are 2 types of people in this world: those who have eaten at Tin and tallow, and then those who haven't. The wings on Wednesday are something else. I can't pinpoint it but the flavor from frying in beef tallow is amazing. Only thick I would change is for the wings to come dressed versus sauce on side but there's probably a reason they do this z Amazing service as usual. Bravo Tim and tallow team. read more

Tin & Tallow - Wings - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Sometimes, a burger isn't just food -- it's an experience. The fig goat cheese smash burger is exactly that: an unexpected marriage of sweet, savory, and indulgent brilliance. The moment you take a bite, you're hit with the crisp, buttery edge of the smashed patty, balanced by the creamy tang of goat cheese that melts like velvet across your tongue. Then comes the star of the show -- the maple fig -- sweet, earthy, and elegantly layered, tying everything together in a flavor symphony that could convert even the most traditional burger purist. The bun holds it all beautifully, slightly toasted and soft enough to soak up every hint of flavor. Best smash on the island . read more

Tin & Tallow - Edition number 88 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Whew!! Tin & Tallow was hands down one of the best places I have ever enjoyed a smash burger at. The vibe is so cute and cozy. The parking is very tight, but there's a movie screen outside with lots of lawn seating available. There's a cozy lounge/work area inside and a few tables to enjoy tv or gather at. I also tried the fries and the sweet and spicy chicken sandwich. I didn't love the sauce or slaw for the chicken, but overall it was very crispy and fresh. I can't wait to return for a movie night! read more

HOT DOG REVIEW The famous Chicago Dog is now on the menu. It is very good and relates to the traditional dog from Chicago. $10 with all the toppings. The only concern is it was luke warm. It was still good enough which will make me come back for another one. Order it hot. Give it a try:)! read more

Came here on a whim. Good reviews. New place. Open since January. Little. Ok parking. Order at the counter then they bring it to you. We got the original chicken sandwich and the sweet and spicy chicken sandwich. We both liked them. They are generous. You can split one. The waffle fries we just got salt. They were good. The reviews on the garlic parmesan fries were that they were bad. Our cohorts got the smash burger and the eggrolls. Both good reviews. Said they were very good. 1 couple with us got the original chicken sandy and they thought it was mushy. So out of the 6 of us 4 liked it a lot. The place has outdoor patio and indoor space. Outdoor is cool. TV's and area with a bar. Indoor has some tables and couches, also with TV's. It's oddly shaped. But we fit. TV and bar area look cool. I'd go back. read more

Stop by here on a whim and we were not disappointed. Our server cookie was lovely and made great recommendations. I had the fried green tomatoes and I can't imagine ever eating tomatoes prepared any other way. Their burgers are outstanding. read more

Easy to find burger joint right off the main highway in Hilton Head. Parking is a gravel parking lot and on the day o visited it was crowded. We had to search for a spot and squeezed into a little spot next to a tree. The restaurant itself is small. You have to order at the counter and then there are four or five tables inside to eat, as well as some outside seating. There's a bar outside for those who indulge. The staff was friendly-ish. They didn't have to do much except take your order and call your number but I guess that could've made that unpleasant, they were fine. I had a bacon cheeseburger and fries. It was definitely a good burger. I'm not sure if I'd make the extra effort to make it to this place if one of the top rated national burger chain restaurants is closer. However, I'm not at all disappointed in my visit. There was a live band playing, who seemed to have a nice sound and good crowd. Overall, I'd go back if it's convenient. read more

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This place is legit! The service is great, everyone is super friendly and will help you with your order if you need to customize it. The burgers are top quality, especially the weekly specials they do. Very juicy and full of flavor. Then the fries which are fried in beef tallow are amazing. I'll never come here and not get a full order of them lol. Place is about an hour away from me and it's been worth the trip every time. Can't wait to try other items on the menu, including their breakfast which looks really good. read more

i came here this AM hoping to get a burger, but they only had breakfast. - I ordered a chicken biscuit. $11 seemed steep, but what the hell, the reviews made this place sound amazing. it was disgusting; i couldn't even finish it. the chicken was gristly dark meat that i couldn't even cut with a knife or chew. i threw it in the trash and left. the coffee was delicious, and im sure they can't mess up a burger - but the chicken was foul as hell read more

Fun Friday night - casual spot with live music. Shared a smash burger on gluten free bread. Waffle fries were salty and crispy...great way to start our HH getaway! read more

Outstanding is the only word that comes to mind. If it's your first time, go with the classic (original) and fries. Everything is perfectly executed. It's messy, dripping with sauce, and absolutely everything a smashburger should be. read more

Great burger and fries. I was glad to try this spot and I think the tallow is a great alternative to seed oils. I'm very glad to see this kind of establishment. Service was very friendly, food as quick and cooked fresh. read more

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The only reason it is not a 5 star is that I really think it's a negative when a burger place does not have Heinz Catsup. You can feature others but Heinz is a requirement. The burger is a smash burger and it was done well; the caramelized onions were great and I am not a fan of pickles or sauces on my burgers and they were happy to accomodate. The waffle fries with the truffle and parmesan were outstanding and I would definitely recommend going for these. We sat outside to eaet since it's a beautiful fall day. There is a small play area for children and a large TV screen outside. read more

Wonderful place! Service is excellent and food is superb! They have a variety of alcoholic beverages and regular beverages. They have knock knacks inside as well. The smash burgers are the best, thin and full of flavor. More outdoor seating than indoor so prepare for that if it's a hot/cold day. Stage for music and a huge tv display. Seems to have entertainment several nights a week. Cute little kids play area which we enjoyed for our little. The ladies at the counter and the one delivering food are exemplary. Food comes out fairly quick for how busy they were. A must try if you are wanting a great atmosphere and yummy burger!! read more

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Truly one of the best smash burgers and fries I have ever had for a meal! Plus great music! read more

Tin & Tallow - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Over rated. Burgers were nothing special but the truffle fries were good. Did not meet my expectations.

Hubby says best smash burgers he's ever had and he's very particular. Friends who live in Hilton Head say they come every Sunday afternoon after pickle ball. read more

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I'm a local and I eat at the Tin & Tallow maybe once every other week, and I been going since they opened the restaurant. Hands down, the best smash burgers iv'e ever tasted and also amazing waffle fries. The amount you get for the price of Half Order of Waffle Fries, is like a steal (please don't change the price ;-;). Out of all the times iv'e shown up, they only made one mistake but it's an honest mistake (forgot one item but it was ready to go) and doesn't mean it should be 4/5 stars since we are humans, ya know? Interior and Exterior is really good, it's really a chill place to hang since they got a BIG TV outside with a lot of seating and seating variety. I just wish the parking was expanded because it does get really packed and then you gotta park on the side of the road, and we know how drivers are here on the island. Other than that, I just wish the smash burgers could be just a dollar off since it can add up quite a bit (I don't know the behind the scenes, so for all we know, we could be paying a good price, idk). The sign does have the word, "Gourmet" for a reason so I guess you know your money is gonna be well spent. I can only wish more success for this business because of how great they are :D read more

Great smash burger. Fast service. Cute little place with outdoor dining also. On Hilton Head Island. www.nickelsbeach.com

Delicious burgers and waffle fries. The burgers come with cheese, pickles and T&T sauce, kind of a tangy mayo. The restaurant is a walk up order place. They deliver your food to your table. There are lots of places to sit. We had a great meal. It's a cool spot. read more

I went for the first time last Tuesday and it was one of the best burgers I had ever had. On the heels of that amazing experience I went back today. Yes, it was crowded as good places tend to be but the food was night and day. Today the burger was burnt. I ordered a double and got a single and it was horrible. Nothing like the first time I went. I had such high hopes but if a restaurant can't stay consistent when there is a rush then that says a lot. I will try again but I am very disappointed in the quality of food I received today! read more

While grabbing some drinks at Locals Only my buddy who lives here was excited to see Tin & Tallow parked outside. They had smash burgers, waffle fries, chicken sandwiches and egg rolls. After a couple pints we each ordered a double smash burger and my buddy ordered an order of waffle fries. Let me say, a family can share the $5 waffle fries, it's a ton and they were good. They were out of the egg rolls when we ordered. The smash burger was delicious. They seem to have a decent following as we watched numerous folks come just for food and not drinks. The burger was a really decent size. I was astonished when someone at a nearby table ate 3! One was more than enough for me. Great food. read more

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Nice outdoor area - big screen tv. When our food arrived it was all in one greasy brown paper bag. So unappetizing. The burger was SO greasy. When dining at a restaurant you would think they wouldn't put all our our dinners in a bag. It felt like McDonalds but not as good. read more

Burgers were just ok, but the waffle fries were the bomb. Especially the truffle and parm. Service was really good, although you're pressured for a tip for counter service. Do counter servers not get paid an hourly wage? Ambiance is similar to McDonalds. Nothing special. read more

Great smash burgers and waffles fries. Order at the counter and they bring the food out to you.

Wow...this place was phenomenal - legitimately one of the better burgers I've ever had with a nice compliment of sauces and great fries. Really cool scene with seating outside and TVs for sports. Highly recommended for a low key meal or hang out with family and dogs. read more

They have the best breakfast sandwiches. The coffee is very good as well. I heard the hamburgers were good have to try that out.

This was my first visit. The outdoor seating and big screen tv made it feel comfortable and friendly. The food was really good and the staff was friendly. read more

Great burgers and fries! Have to support anywhere that doesn't feed us seed oil. I really liked this place.

Rolled in just before closing, not expecting much but curious about the hype -- and left seriously impressed. The burger was perfectly seasoned, and as melt-in-your-mouth as a burger can get. The single patty was just $9, which is also a plus. This will definitely be my new go to for a quick bite heading on or off the island. A lot of restaurants in this area have great reviews and end up being completely underwhelming - this place has earned their 5 stars. read more