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CQ's, Hilton Head Island, SC

CQ's

4.8
4.8
2864 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Nestled amidst the ancient, moss draped oaks in Harbour Town, CQ's combines great fun, fine dining and a touch of Hilton Head Island history. CQ's has the feeling of an old, cozy, and comfortable inn. Heart-of-pine floors, wooden mantle pieces, stained glass, and the photographs and memorabilia of the Lowcountry culture all contribute to the charm that has made CQ's the place to dine since 1973. Inspired by the abundant varieties of fresh seafood, beef and game available. Our chef creates dishes that are best described as contemporary American with classic influences. Recognized for having the most extensive wine list on Hilton Head Island, CQ's offers more than 400 wine selections with over 70 poured by the glass.


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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 34 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American

  • Hours of operation

    Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (843) 671-2779

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Private party contact

    Eric Thompson: (843) 671-2779

  • Neighborhood

    Hilton Head Island

  • Parking details

    None

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,864 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    Contemporary American

  • Hilton Head

    Best Overall

  • Hilton Head

    Best Service

  • Hilton Head

    Best Ambiance

  • Hilton Head

    Romantic

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  1. DPWilson

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    First bad meal we have had at CQ’s. Service and drinks were great but the mussels were way undercooked and the fish special was a complete miss.
  2. MeredithLC

    Charlotte

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service1ambience5
    Love Love CQ’s! Everything about it is wonderful. Our waiter has served us several times and is top notch! The reason I gave only 1 star on the service was because the plates were picked up when the person was finished, not when everyone was finished. It is like the bussers are in a hurry to pick up your plate. It is awkward for the last person who has not finished yet. It makes the last person feel like they have to gulp down their food too fast. The proper etiquette rule remains in effect: The table should not be cleared until everyone at the table has finished.
  3. TomS

    New England

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food4service3ambience2
    We felt rushed through our meal and had to ask for explanations about the specials….not worth the prices
  4. PhyllisP

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very nice dinner. Scallops and pork chop were amazing.
  5. KatherineT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved CQ's! The food was amazing - we had salmon and mahi mahi, the drink selection was great and our waiter was attentive but not annoying. We will be back!
  6. LynneW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was so good! The crab cakes were delicious. We will definitely return.
  7. Epps

    Jacksonville

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food at the center of Harbor Town. Ava was an excellent waitress. Looking forward to return visit.
  8. SuzyQ

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a wonderful anniversary dinner. Service, presentation and food was excellent. Tables were rather close. Guests next to us were loud. The establishment apologized for their behavior. We had a special occasion dinner and will be back again.
  9. BobFromMass

    New England

    32 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Good was good but not great. Have enjoyed meals much more at many other restaurants in Hilton Head. One meal was undercooked and management never came over and apologized.
  10. AmyD

    Charleston

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent meal and great service! CQ’s never disappoints!
  11. Kimberly

    Atlanta Metro

    126 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    126 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    First time dining here….Mother’s Day dinner. Wish I could remember the name of our sever, but he was VERY good! 4 out of 6 dining had the trout/green beans/grits special. Everyone raved. This should be a fixed entree on the menu! We’ll be back. Thank you!
  12. Classy

    Charleston

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, Jose was very nice, polite and friendly
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Jacksonville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food! Our server was Ava and she was fantastic!
  14. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Fabulous food, service and ambiance! Only downside we sat outside and there was an odor that was quite distracting .
  15. Lizzy

    Atlantic City

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food, server Ava was sweet, knowledgeable and attentive. Great wine list. Will be back!
  16. MicksterPA

    Pittsburgh

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was excellent!! Our server was pleasant and on the mark from start to finish. Our calamari appetizer was good but the sauce it was in was even better. The grouper special with risotto and asparagus was fresh and delicious! And the chocolate mousse was very nice!! This was my second time here and I’d go back in a heartbeat.
  17. JamesH

    Atlantic City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We patronize CQ’s every year during our Sea Pines vacation in early May. Food & service are consistently top rate. We choose to dine in the back room because we like its’ rustic charm, although it tends to be louder than the remainder of the restaurant. I would recommend CQ’s to everyone.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Coastal Georgia

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    Came for my mothers birthday. It wasn’t acknowledged. Disappointing experience.
  19. Jack

    Charleston

    63 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wedge and caesar salads were fine. We loved crab cake and seared tuna entrees. Nice wine list. Will be back.
  20. DebraH

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The trout almandine was absolutely delicious and the accompaniment of cheese grits and green beans was perfect. Since the ambiance and service was stellar it was a superb evening!!
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    On vacation…great service and conversation with Peter
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an amazing dinner. We were able to talk, it was not too loud. Service was excellent.
  23. Pam10

    Pinehurst

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a delightful evening with our waiter, Peter. The food was delicious and beautifullly served. We celebrated a birthday and the staff was cooperative. Awesome evening!
  24. Raymond

    Naples

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always special after 50 years of wonderful food, ambience, and service.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    101 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    101 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always our favorite, beautiful place with awesome food and service
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Crab soup - some of the best I’ve ever eaten. Entrees - delicious. Server Ava was perfect. Expensive but worth it for the price point.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous as always! CQ's is a low-key favorite spot in Sea Pines.
  28. Dave

    Philadelphia

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was a lovely person who took good care of us. We had drinks. apps, dinner, 2 bottles of wine, dessert & coffee. A lovely evening!
  29. Warren

    E. Tennessee

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Would highly recommend, it’s always excellent in every way!
  30. klilly

    New York Area

    29 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    We have eaten here often and it has been good but this night it was not good. The grilled shrimp was very spicy, not in the description, and chewy - I did not eat it. My husband had the baseball cut steak. Told by the waiter that the cut was more flavorful than a fillet. It had NO flavor except for the Boursin cheese on top. Our waiter basically ignored us after taking the order until dessert. To be fair he did not charge us for my shrimp. Not a good experience.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Bill seemed very high, although split with another couple. Had no itemized receipt. I have been a fan of CQ’s for over 40+years. But my husband said he will never be back! :-(
  32. kathleenr

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always special to dine with you. Peter was great
  33. Horn

    Coastal Georgia

    94 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    94 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We have always enjoyed CQ’s. Last night was no different with the exception that one of our friends is gluten free. We had the red grouper special. We did tell our server that one dinner had to be gluten free and she did make note of it on her order pad but the meal was not gluten free. She figured it out later that evening.
  34. VikkiM

    Philadelphia

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Excellent meal and ambiance. Wish we knew we had to pay $9 in cash to get into Sea Pines. Other than that it was fantastic food and drinks
  35. ValP

    New England

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service, our favorite place to eat in Sea pines!
  36. SharonK

    Charleston

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent dinner. We love bringing friends here because we know the food and service will be fantastic - and the restaurant is so charming. This visit did not disappoint.
  37. KBCeliac

    Coastal Georgia

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and José was a great waiter! Great spot in Harbour Town.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Wilmington

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    My spouse had several bones in her fish. Otherwise was great.
  39. DorellO

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A special place to enjoy rare qualiful time. Our waiter gave extraordinary service to our table. The food was exceptionally good. They really make you feel like appreciated patrons at this place.
  40. Elizabeth

    Raleigh

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Great food and delicious menu options with nice wines!

FAQs

CQ's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 671-2779.

CQ's is rated 4.8 stars by 2864 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 34 times today
Google Map for CQ's

140A Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Hilton Head Island

  • Hours of operation

    Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    None

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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