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The Black Marlin Bayside Grill, Hilton Head Island, SC

The Black Marlin Bayside Grill

4.4 (3860)
$30 and under
Seafood
86 Helmsman Way, Palmetto Bay Marina, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 94 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
The Black Marlin Bayside Grill offers the island's best selection of fresh seafood and is home of the Hurricane Bar. Dine inside or out on the expansive covered patio just steps from the water. Start your dining experience with our Signature Food Network approved appetizer, Sushi Nachos. Then, prepare your taste buds for our fresh seafood entrees including Grouper Daufuskie, and Sweet Heat Mahi Mahi. Join us for lunch and enjoy our Shrimp Burger, as Chef Curtis Stone, Food Network Star, called "The Best Shrimp Burger Ever!" Don't miss our Weekend Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays offering all of your breakfast and lunch favorites including benedicts, omelets and our Create-Your-Own-Bloody-Mary bar with spicy asparagus, pickled okra, stuffed olives and a variety of hot sauces. The adjacent Hurricane Bar is a favorite "Dive bar" among locals and visitors. Locals and visitors enjoy the home of the island's most robust live music series, newly rebuilt marina and our signature drink "The Hurricane."

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Matthew Cogen
  • Catering
    We can bring The Island's Best Selection of Fresh Seafood to your Home or Office, we also offer a To Go Boaters menu for Sunset Cruises, Fishing and Dolphin excursions.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a semi private room that is a great space for rehearsal dinners, family gatherings and corporate outings.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Hilton Head Island
  • Cross street
    Arrow Rd.
  • Parking details
    Expansive parking area with handicapped parking and a ramp.
  • Entertainment
    Featuring live music seasonally, visit our website for our upcoming Oyster Roasts, Hurricane Parties and full live entertainment schedule.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Smoking Area, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,860 people are saying

The Black Marlin Bayside Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hilton Head

    Great for brunch

  • Hilton Head

    Kid-friendly

  • Hilton Head

    Hot spot

  • Hilton Head

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Hilton Head

    Great for scenic views

  • Hilton Head

    Lively

  • Hilton Head

    Seafood

  • Hilton Head

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Black Marlin Bayside Grill offers "great food and fun atmosphere" perfect for coastal dining. Guests praise the "excellent service," with standout servers like Ella and Brett. Diners enjoy delicious seafood, vibrant ambiance, and accommodating staff, making it a "go-to place" for families and groups. Reservations recommended.
3,860 Reviews
  1. harvey

    South Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Services was great! Food was go hum. Thought the value for money was ok.

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  2. Donna

    East Tennessee2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food were excellent! Can’t go wrong with the Daufuskie Scallops.

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  3. Kathleen

    Minneapolis - St. Paul4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    So disappointed in our mesl last night at Black Marlin. We had a table of 5. Ordered the calamari as an appetizer: sauce was delicious but the larger pieces were not thoroughly cooked. Entrees were so disappointing. I ordered the ahi tacos—-awful. 2 very small 1/8 in thick by 1/3 inch wide by 1 inch long pieces of tuna. Skimpy is an understatement.The kimchi or slaw was disgusting. Definitely not fresh. Removed it, ate the tuna and small amt of tuna and rice and beans. Never coming back. My husband ordered the mahi-mahi tacos they were just OK. Probably the best dish on the menu was my son’s shrimp alfredo pasta. 

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  4. Donna

    South Carolina13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    our first visit to Black Marlin...great atmosphere...delicious food. Casual, coastal and family oriented. We will definitely be recommending to friends and family.

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  5. Angela

    South Carolina3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was very slow. Food came out fast and was a descent meal. Nothing that I would remember.

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  6. Julie

    South Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great choices in the menu and our server Neal did a great job!

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  7. Jennifer

    South Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to eat! Great food & fun atmosphere!! 💙

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  8. Rich VIP

    South Carolina7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I always dine on their patio for health reasons. The food is excellent, the service is good. Always for lunch. Never go here for dinner.

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  9. Aimee

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server Ella was lovely. The restaurant handled a very difficult situation in the kitchen in a very professional way.

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  10. Maynard

    South Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our dinner very much. It was a busy night but the food and service staffs were top notch. Reservations are highly recommended. Food is excellent and the staff are all very knowledgeable, friendly, and ready to ensure that you have a good experience.

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FAQs

The Black Marlin Bayside Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 785-4950.

The Black Marlin Bayside Grill is rated 4.4 stars by 3860 OpenTable diners.

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 94 times today
Google Map for The Black Marlin Bayside Grill

86 Helmsman Way, Palmetto Bay Marina, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Arrow Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    Hilton Head Island
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Expansive parking area with handicapped parking and a ramp.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Matthew Cogen
  • Entertainment
    Featuring live music seasonally, visit our website for our upcoming Oyster Roasts, Hurricane Parties and full live entertainment schedule.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Smoking Area, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We can bring The Island's Best Selection of Fresh Seafood to your Home or Office, we also offer a To Go Boaters menu for Sunset Cruises, Fishing and Dolphin excursions.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a semi private room that is a great space for rehearsal dinners, family gatherings and corporate outings.
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