North End

Coastal Seafood

Fresh, local seafood with spectacular waterfront views and service that keeps islanders and visitors coming back year after year. A Hilton Head institution on the working docks.

Coastal Seafood

Part of the award-winning SERG Restaurant Group, Skull Creek Boathouse delivers waterfront seafood, BBQ, and Southern favorites with the best sunset views on the island. Arrive early for a dock table.

Seafood

A stunning waterfront dining experience on Hilton Head Island featuring fresh coastal seafood, creative cocktails, and breathtaking views of the Intracoastal Waterway. ELA'S blends upscale cuisine with a relaxed island atmosphere.

Seafood

A casual waterfront restaurant on Hilton Head Island famous for its spectacular sunset views, fresh local seafood, and laid-back atmosphere. Sunset Grille is the quintessential island dining experience.

Waterfront Seafood

A relaxed waterfront seafood restaurant with sweeping marsh views, cold drinks, and a menu built around the freshest local catch.

BBQ

A no-frills BBQ joint and craft beer bar where slow-smoked meats, house-made sides, and cold pints come together for the ultimate casual island meal.

Casual Seafood

The North End outpost of the beloved Hilton Head seafood institution, serving the same classic crab, shrimp, and fish dishes with waterfront views.

Beach Bar & Grill

A fun, tropical beach bar and grill on the North End serving cold drinks, casual bites, and live music in a laid-back outdoor setting.

Seafood

A rooftop coastal kitchen and bar at Shelter Cove Harbour with panoramic marina views, fresh Lowcountry seafood, and a cocktail program as elevated as the setting.

Seafood

A sprawling waterfront complex on Skull Creek with multiple bars, live music, fresh seafood, and some of the best sunset views on Hilton Head Island.

Seafood

A no-frills North End seafood counter serving fresh fried shrimp, fish sandwiches, and Lowcountry staples at honest prices — the kind of place locals keep to themselves.

American

A dependable North End grill serving American comfort food, fresh seafood, and cold drinks in a casual, welcoming setting that has made it a reliable anchor for the neighborhood.

Seafood

A welcoming North End seafood kitchen on Shrimpers Row serving fresh coastal fare, Lowcountry classics, and cold drinks in a casual, laid-back setting steps from the water.

Japanese

A lively North End Japanese restaurant combining a fresh sushi bar with tableside hibachi entertainment — great for groups, date nights, and anyone who wants dinner to be an event.

Korean

Hilton Head Island's destination for Korean BBQ and hot pot — cook your own marinated meats and fresh ingredients at the table in a lively, communal setting that's unlike anything else on the island.

Japanese

A sleek, modern ramen bar on the North End serving slow-simmered tonkotsu and chicken broths, hand-pulled noodles, and Japanese small plates in a cozy, atmospheric setting.

Chinese

A long-standing North End Chinese restaurant beloved by locals for generous portions, consistent flavors, and the kind of unpretentious family-style dining that keeps people coming back week after week.

American

A welcoming Main Street neighborhood pub and cafe serving American comfort food, cold draft beer, and a casual, friendly atmosphere that makes it a natural gathering spot for North End locals.

Bakery

A bright, modern French-inspired bakery cafe on the North End serving freshly baked croissants, pastries, cakes, sandwiches, and specialty coffee — a polished grab-and-go option that punches well above its strip-mall setting.

American

Gourmet smash burgers, creative handhelds, and casual American fare served in a relaxed setting with outdoor seating. One of the island's best burger spots.

Fourteen screens, ice-cold drafts, and wings that locals swear by. The go-to spot for every major game. Trivia on Wednesdays, karaoke on Thursdays, and a patio that fills up fast on football Sundays.

Waterfront seafood, BBQ, Southern favorites, and a kid-friendly playground right on Skull Creek. Part of the beloved SERG Restaurant Group — come for the sunset views, stay for the she-crab soup and cold drafts.

The first stop for early-morning surfers and paddleboarders. Strong drip coffee, breakfast burritos, and acai bowls. Nothing fancy — just good fuel served fast by people who are about to go surf themselves.

Straight off the boat and onto the counter. This family-run seafood market has been supplying the island's restaurants and home cooks for over 30 years. Wild-caught shrimp, local oysters, blue crab, and whatever the boats brought in that morning.

A family-run seafood market with deep roots in the Hilton Head fishing community. Fresh-caught local shrimp, oysters, crab, and fish sourced directly from local boats. If you're cooking seafood on the island, this is where the locals shop.

Skull Creek Dockside is one of Hilton Head's premier waterfront nightlife destinations. With live music, stunning views of Skull Creek, craft cocktails, and a vibrant dock-side atmosphere, Dockside is the place to be after dark on the north end of the island.

North End Tavern is the neighborhood bar of choice for the north end of Hilton Head Island. Unpretentious, friendly, and always lively — cold beers, pub food, and a welcoming crowd make this a true local institution.

A stunning waterfront event pavilion at Skull Creek Boathouse, offering private dining and catering for groups large and small. With panoramic views of Skull Creek and Pinckney Island, this is one of the most scenic event venues on Hilton Head Island.

An exclusive private club at 70 Skull Creek Drive offering event dining and catering for members and their guests. The waterfront setting makes it one of the island's most sought-after private event venues.