Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Hilton Head

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Updated June 05, 2025

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The Studio, An Artistic Dining Experience

4.9

4.9 (1753)

$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

Top review

Kile

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

Fantastic experience! Atmosphere, food, music and staff.

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Popular dish

Halibut Fillet

Popular dish

Shrimp & Vidalia Onion Bisque

River House - Montage Palmetto Bluff

4.9

4.9 (500)

$50 and over

American

Bluffton

About the restaurant

River House does have a dressy casual dress code consisting of no shorts, flip flops, baseball hats or tank tops in the dining room for the gentlemen. Comparable attire for the ladies. Children under 16 are exempt. We do offer complimentary pants to guests that may need them.
River House corkage policy is a maximum of 3 bottles per reservation without management consent at $35 per bottle.
River House has a 24-hour cancellation and No-Show Policy consisting of $25 per person plus a 18% SVC Charge.

In the South, there’s an intimate connection between the table and the land. Our fertile soil feeds corn and cattle. The palmettos provide cover for quail and game. And the ocean provides its bounty with the incoming tide. The River House is a culinary celebration of this relationship and our professed love for the land and waters of the Lowcountry.

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Rebecca

Dined 6 days ago

The service and food were both fantastic! Everyone was very attentive and thoughtful. The food was delicious. Highly recommend!!

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Popular dish

Venison Tenderloin

Chez Georges Bistro & Bar

4.8

4.8 (1452)

$30 and under

French

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

Chez Georges Bistro & Bar is a delightful French bistro in the heart of Hilton Head Island. With a warm atmosphere and a menu of classic French dishes made from fresh, local ingredients, it’s an ideal spot for a romantic dinner or special occasion. The intimate setting and attentive service create a Parisian cafe experience. Enjoy a variety of classic dishes like steak frites, coq au vin, and bouillabaisse, complemented by a selection of fine wines and cocktails. Whether celebrating a special moment or simply indulging in a delicious meal, Chez Georges Bistro & Bar is the perfect destination for a memorable dining experience.

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Geraldine DVIP

Dined 7 days ago

A perfect dining experience - food, service, ambiance - excellent!

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Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana

4.7

4.7 (6052)

$31 to $50

Italian

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

For over 20 years, Michael Anthony’s Cucina Italiana has been Hilton Head’s premier culinary destination, featuring award-winning regional Italian cuisine, impeccable service and warm hospitality. Our innovative culinary team prides itself on sourcing local fresh products and the finest imported ingredients. Menu choices include homemade pasta dishes, delectable veal, prime meats, fresh seafood and house-made desserts. We are also renowned for our extensive yet approachable wine list.
We invite you to enjoy a definitive dining experience amid an ambience that is at once modern, chic and welcoming. "Hilton Head Monthly" readers have voted Michael Anthony’s their “Favorite Fine Dining” restaurant offering their “Favorite Dessert Menu.”
Michael Anthony’s Cooking School pairs our chefs’ passion and creativity with weekly demonstration-style or hands-on classes. Here you will interact closely with our cooking staff.
Please call or visit our website for reservations and class schedule.

Top review

Dined 6 days ago

Love this place, food is always excellent and the cocktails delicious!

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Popular dish

Tagliatelle alla Bolognese

Celeste Coastal Cuisine

4.7

4.7 (1120)

$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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DebbieVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Deidre our server was great . Very attentive and sociable

Bowdies Chophouse - Hilton Head

4.7

4.7 (1091)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

Bowdie's Chophouse is a quaint and cozy chophouse featuring prime steaks, gourmet cocktails, and a delicious wine list! Situated in the heart of Hilton Head Island, Bowdie’s delivers exquisite steakhouse cuisine, exceptional drinks, and unparalleled service for a luxury experience you won't forget. Ideal for date nights, business dinners, late night cocktails, and a great meal after a round of golf, it’s the type of high-class steakhouse that will leave you wanting more.

Our new steakhouse in Hilton Head, South Carolina has quickly become rated as one of the best steakhouses in the area, thanks to not only our high-quality, hand-cut prime steaks and seafood, but the high-class experience we strive to offer with every visit. Our Hilton Head steakhouse offers indoor seating only, private dining (up to 30), wine lockers, bar seating (full service), and booth and table seating.

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DonVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent as always! Great food and service. The filet was cooked perfectly and one of our party had the halibut - it was wonderful.

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4.6

4.6 (7131)

$30 and under

Seafood

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

Featured in Bon Appetit and the winner of numerous Open Table awards, ELA'S On the Water is a shining star on the Hilton Head scene. Fresh catch seafood and prime cut steaks of the highest quality, artfully prepared by our culinary team of experts, compliment the extensive boutique wine selection. Located at Shelter Cove Harbour overlooking the marina and Broad Creek, ELA'S is known for the best water views on the island. A casual intimate interior, wrap around dining patio exterior, and nightly entertainment provided by local recording artists sets the perfect dining experience or location to host special events, private parties, or rehearsal dinners.

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Mary

Dined 2 days ago

Wonderful food and spectacular views. Our server was wonderful as well. The views over the water of Broad Creek and the Shelter Cove Marina don’t disappoint. Would highly recommend.

Chophouse 119

4.6

4.6 (533)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

Chophouse 119 pays homage to the original New York dining experience, the Steakhouse. We have captured the nostalgic glamour of yesteryear and adapted the ambiance to today’s modern society. Chophouse 119 combines bold flavors and a unique style to create a twist on American classics.

Prime steaks, exceptional seafood, pastas, roasted chicken and signature dishes, showcase the bold, vibrant flavors this team are known for delivering. Our restaurant sources from the finest meat purveyors finding seasonal and local ingredients that bring our unique dishes to life.

The intimate Bar 119 is a lively meeting place offering new spins on the classics, as well as innovative bespoke and craft cocktails.

Offering a new spin on the classics with the experience we are all looking for, don’t miss the ultimate night out.

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HeatherVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Lovely atmosphere and had the best meal we have had so far on the Island and we live here year round!

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Popular dish

New York Strip

hh prime

3.9

3.9 (869)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

Just steps from the ocean, this sensory dining experience boasts the spectacular culinary flare the Island has been waiting for. With the highest quality USDA Prime Grade beef selections, the freshest seafood and pasta dishes along with decadent dessert creations, the hh prime menu is top of mind for Island residents and visitors alike. From the classic New York strip to a Prime aged Chicago Style Bone-in Ribeye to the savory Filet Mignon, hh prime boasts the best steaks for even the most traveled connoisseur. For a lighter fare, enjoy our fine selection of the Island's freshest seafood. hh prime features an impressive open show kitchen with grand interior and exterior fireplaces, dinner hour music, and a wine room. This two-story restaurant presents a new intimate dining experience both inside and out where everyone can enjoy a vacation ambiance while they dine and relax at hh prime.

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Christy

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Highly suggest the 34 ounce Wagu and share as a family! The valet is super convenient and the staff are so friendly.

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Popular dish

FILET MIGNON 8 oz

The Carolina Room- The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort and Spa

3.7

3.7 (226)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Hilton Head Island

About the restaurant

The Carolina Room is a casual, family-friendly venue that serves fantastic seasonal offerings and unique Lowcountry cuisine. The Culinary Team creates inspiring dishes using the freshest local and sustainable ingredients. The menu also includes the signature Westin Brand Eat Well Menu, ensuring delicious and healthy options for guests. Join us at The Carolina Room for a dining experience that celebrates the flavors of the Lowcountry and promotes wellness through mindful eating.

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Helen

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

Steak was excellent. Halibut on rice with carrots very tasty.

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