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Gusto Ristorante, Hilton Head Island, SC

Gusto Ristorante

4.6 (1918)
$30 and under
Italian
430 William Hilton Pkwy, Suite #301 Sea Turtle Marketplace, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Gusto Ristorante is a Northern Italian restaurant with a touch of the South at the Sea Turtle Marketplace in Hilton Head Island.
The executive chef and owner Giancarlo Balestra with his wife Nancy bring the vibrant flavors of his native hometown of Rome, Italy to Hilton Head. The couple who met in Rome 28 years ago discovered their shared passion for food and adventure and have since owned and operated restaurants in Aspen, Co, Winter Park, Fla and Saratoga Springs, NY. They fell in love with Hilton Head and decided to jump into this new exciting culinary adventure, hence the name Gusto, which means flavor and taste in Italian but also means a zest and enthusiasm for a delicious taste of life. The restaurant has a full bar, extensive wine list.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Dining Bar, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Giancarlo Balestra
  • Delivery & takeout
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What 1,918 people are saying

Gusto Ristorante reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

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Gusto Ristorante is celebrated for its "excellent food and service" and "authentic Italian cuisine." Guests praise Antonio's exceptional hospitality and the cozy atmosphere. Dishes like the vegetable lasagna and calamari are highly recommended, and the house-made limoncello is a standout. Its convenient location and generous portions make it a Hilton Head favorite.
1,918 Reviews
  1. Steve VIP

    South Carolina89 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never a bad meal or service from Antonio and his team at Gusto. We highly recommend and we'll be back!

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  2. Robert

    South Carolina4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    GREAT service never rushed food was excellent, price was as expected portions were good. The bruschetta appetizer was the best we have ever had, fresh and tasty.

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  3. nmli

    New York City5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Service and food was very good. Look forward to going back

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  4. Moses VIP

    Chicago13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Giancarlo and Manager Antonio are a great team!

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  5. Kathy

    Tampa / Central Florida West1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and the good was amazing! A very cozy atmosphere in a great location- easy in and out! From bread to dessert/ outstanding!!!!

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  6. rebeccag VIP

    Charlotte2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great meal and experience at Gusto! Antonio is the best!

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  7. Robert

    Phoenix / Arizona8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My grandchildren and I visited and had a very enjoyable visit. The food was very good, the service was enthusiastically Italian, and the ambiance was good. We all enjoyed our meals and look forward to visiting again.

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  8. Gina VIP

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent and seasoned perfect. The sausage and onions in tomatoe sauce were our favorite. The service and wait staff was excellent and always prepared when we needed something. We tried the homeaide lemoncello made by the owner, and it was delicious. A nice find in Hilton Head.

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  9. Barton VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton82 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved Gusto! Will definitely return! You can't be more authentic than your waiter being from Sicily!

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  10. David VIP

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great time. Antonio and the rest of the staff are friendly and attentive. Delicious food. Portions are generous.

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FAQs

Gusto Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 802-2424.

Gusto Ristorante is rated 4.6 stars by 1918 OpenTable diners.

Gusto Ristorante does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
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430 William Hilton Pkwy, Suite #301 Sea Turtle Marketplace, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    North Island - highway 278 and Mathews Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Hilton Head Island
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Dining Bar, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Giancarlo Balestra
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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