Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Hilton Head

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Hilton Head? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Studio, An Artistic Dining Experience

4.8

4.8 (1737)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

Entice Your Senses While You Dine in our Fine Art Gallery. Innovative International Cuisine featuring Local Seafood, Grassfed Beef as well as Vegan, Vegetarian & Gluten Free Menu Options. Also offering Live Musical Entertainment, Artists Creating at the Easel, Patio Seating

Private Dining Room Available for up to 35 People

Wine Spectator Award of Excellence

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TerriVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We had a superb dining experience. We were welcomed with open arms and enjoyed every dish. Our family included a vegetarian, who was highly impressed with the veggie entrees. A musician played quietly in the background, which enhanced the ambiance.

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Shrimp & Vidalia Onion Bisque

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Seared Diver Scallops

HogsHead Kitchen & Wine Bar

4.8

4.8 (470)

$31 to $50

Southern

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

Known as one of the best scratch kitchens in the area, HogsHead offers guests fresh and innovative cuisine, along with Lowcountry staples like chicken & waffles and shrimp & grits, all with the best staff in town. Ask them to recommend their favorite handcrafted cocktail or expertly pair wine from the extensive by the glass or bottle list to complement your dinner.

The ever-present Chef/Owner and Philly native John Pashak has been nominated for four James Beard Awards in the Mid-Atlantic area. All the sauces, dressings, desserts and even focaccia bread are made daily from his handwritten recipes. Local fresh catch and filet specials are offered nightly along with the full menu which includes gluten-free options.

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Frank

Dined on May 2, 2025

The food is consistently excellent. Service while good was a little slow. We’ll be back.

Lulu Kitchen

4.7

4.7 (948)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

Welcome to LULU KITCHEN, where exquisite cuisine it’s paired with exceptional service and eclectic ambiance!

Open Monday through Saturday for Lunch and Dinner, and Sunday for Brunch.

Lulu Kitchen Dinner Service is intended as an adult dining experience. Respectfully, children under 12 years old are welcome only for patio dining after 4:00pm.

Until we see you again, stay well and be sure to eat well!!

-Chef Scott Hastings

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Mandy

Dined 5 days ago

Easily the best food in Hilton Head! The owner's are incredibly sweet, and the food is by far some of the best we've ever had!

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Celeste Coastal Cuisine

4.7

4.7 (1088)

$31 to $50

American

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

Experience Celeste Coastal Cuisine, a hidden gem on the north end of Hilton Head Island. Celeste offers a unique blend of Cajun-Creole influence, complemented by an excellent wine selection, a full bar, and outdoor seating. The menu features a variety of enticing options, including succulent scallops, blackened red fish, and expertly prepared steaks. Signature dishes like jambalaya and crawfish étouffée ensure there's something to satisfy every palate. The inviting decor, accented with New Orleans-inspired touches, creates a warm and welcoming environment for relaxing evenings, whether indoors or on the veranda. Guests can join nightly at 5 PM for dinner and enjoy live music every weekend in the spacious bar and lounge. Don’t miss the Sunday brunch from 11 AM to 2 PM, featuring favorites like Crab Cake Benedict. Escape the tourist rush and unwind for an enjoyable evening out. Reservations can be made by calling 843-802-4744 or visiting celestehhi.com.

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LaurieVIP

Dined 4 days ago

First time there. Ambience was lovely, The food and drinks were outstanding and had many creative dishes. (The best fried green tomatoes on Hilton Head) Service was attentive and timely. We will be definitely returning to this establishment!

Jane Bistro & Bar

4.6

4.6 (3135)

$30 and under

American

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

Jane Bistro & Bar, voted Favorite New Restaurant AND Favorite New Chef , is the perfect place for friends and family to gather. Delicious food, creative cocktails and interesting beer and wines are served in an urban coastal comfort, inside and out. Join the Jane Family to celebrate lowcountry living in style!

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ElizabethVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We had an enjoyable lunch on the patio! Delicious chicken salad, and they welcomed our pup and provided a dish of water for him. Great service!

CRUDO Bluffton

4.6

4.6 (101)

$30 and under

Seafood

Bluffton

About the restaurant

We source the freshest possible seafood and produce available from dedicated farmers and fishermen. Our chefs take great care in using the finest ingredients available and looks forward to creating your new favorite dishes.
Try one of our delicious craft cocktails or a time honored classic that is treated with respect to tradition. Highly allocated Bourbon and Tequila play a prominent role on our back bar.

We are committed to finding great bottles from all over the world made by vignerons and farmers, not factories. Featuring the Verre de Vin tower, we can offer a greater variety of wines by the glass including Cru class Champagne! Come see what Certified Sommelier Brian Behnke has available.

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Jane

Dined 3 days ago

First time eating there. Highly recommended by friends. Definitely a fantastic experience from the service to completion of the meal! I Will be back with family and friends!

Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse - Hilton Head

4.5

4.5 (2334)

$31 to $50

Brazilian Steakhouse

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse is an unique, Award Winning “Churrascaria” featuring a Fresh Salad Bar with over 30 items, 6 Hot Brazilian Flavored Dishes and a “parade” of 16 USDA Prime cuts of Beef, Lamb, Chicken and Pork carved tableside by our Gauchos.
To complement your meal, we have a full bar offering a worldwide selection of fine wines, cocktails, typical Brazilian mixed drinks and a tasteful selection of desserts.

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Dayna

Dined 6 days ago

Amazing in every aspect. Best meats I've tasted ever! Hands down I would go again. Service was great 10 stars.

Madre & Mercado

4.4

4.4 (243)

$30 and under

Latin American

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

We are excited to be open and bring you a taste of our take on Latin American Food.

Proudly brought to you by the owners of Jane Bistro and Bar

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Emily

Dined on Apr 29, 2025

We enjoyed our food, everything was delicious! Atmosphere was beautiful, we will definitely go back!

Tio's Latin America Kitchen

4.2

4.2 (213)

$30 and under

Latin / Spanish

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

Chef Lynden Zuniga grew up in Honduras, CA and worked in kitchens through high school to pay rent. He quickly realized making people happy through his cooking would be his lifelong passion. Shortly after marrying his wife Sally, they dreamt of their concept of Tio's and in 2018 it became a reality!

Quality matters. We're committed to serve the highest quality steak, pork, chicken, and seafood. Our proteins are always fresh- sourced locally and domestically across the United States.

You'll hear the sizzle of the grill in our open kitchen as each meal is made to order. Pairing our high-quality proteins with our delicious salsas and vegetables, rice, beans, and tortillas is a winning combination. We pride ourselves on making great tasting food made with simple ingredients.

You might be entering Tio's for the first time as a guest, but we hope you leave as a friend. We hope you enjoy your experience. Thank you for dining with us.

Cheers,
Lynden & Sally Zuniga

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JoeVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Very good happy that we were able to celebrate Cinco DE MAYO very nice service

Zunzibar - Hilton Head

4.1

4.1 (45)

$30 and under

American

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

Beachy Sports Bar Serving Signature Cocktails, Frozen Drinks, Local + Import Beer, Wine, + Full Bar! Our Menu Features Zunzi's Award-Winning Sandwiches, Wings, Sauces, + More! Happy Hour DAILY from 4PM-7PM and 10PM-11PM! Live Music or Sports EVERY DAY!

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Tony

Dined on May 2, 2025

Great food and service. Will definitely be going back

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