Hilton Head Island offers an exceptional range of seafood restaurants, from casual dockside favorites to upscale waterfront dining experiences, making it one of the top culinary destinations in the Lowcountry. Visitors looking for great value will find plenty of mid-range ($$) options like Skull Creek Dockside, The Crazy Crab, and A Lowcountry Backyard Restaurant, all known for fresh seafood, relaxed atmospheres, and family-friendly menus. These spots deliver classic coastal dishes like shrimp and grits, oysters, and fried seafood platters without the formality of fine dining, making them perfect for a laid-back lunch or dinner after a day on the water.

For those seeking a more elevated experience, Hilton Head’s seafood restaurants offer stunning waterfront views and refined cuisine. Popular mid-to-upscale destinations like Hudson’s Seafood House on the Docks, Skull Creek Boathouse, and Fishcamp on Broad Creek combine fresh local catches with scenic settings, while fine dining options such as ELA’S On the Water and Alexander’s Restaurant & Wine Bar provide a more sophisticated atmosphere with curated menus and wine selections. Whether you’re after a casual meal or a high-end dining experience, Hilton Head’s seafood scene delivers quality, variety, and some of the best waterfront dining in South Carolina.

Restaurant	Phone	Price Range	Website	Reservations
Skull Creek Dockside	(843) 785-3625	$$		Call
The Crazy Crab (Harbour Town)	(843) 363-2722	$$		Call
The Crazy Crab (Jarvis Creek)	(843) 681-5021	$$		Call
A Lowcountry Backyard Restaurant	(843) 785-9273	$$		Call
Hudson’s Seafood House on the Docks	(843) 681-2772	$$–$$$		Call
Skull Creek Boathouse	(843) 681-3663	$$–$$$
Poseidon Coastal Cuisine	(843) 341-3838	$$–$$$
Fishcamp on Broad Creek	(843) 842-2267	$$–$$$
Black Marlin Bayside Grill	(843) 785-4950	$$–$$$
Scott’s Fish Market	(843) 785-7575	$$–$$$		Call
Quarterdeck (Harbour Town)	(843) 842-1999	$$–$$$		Call
Old Oyster Factory	(843) 681-6040	$$–$$$
Charlie’s Coastal Bistro	(843) 785-9277	$$–$$$$		Call
ELA’S On the Water	(843) 785-3030	$$$$
Alexander’s Restaurant & Wine Bar	(843) 785-4999	$$$$