Captain Jax
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Where it is
Get directionsCaptain Jax is an ice cream shop and comic shop in one, at 24 Palmetto Bay Road, Suite G on Hilton Head Island. It is named for the owner’s pet chihuahua, a little pirate with a big personality, and the whole store has that playful, nostalgic feel. Inside, pink and blue stools sit in front of the counter, and the shelves behind them are full of comics, toys and trading cards.
Captain Jax Menu
Captain Jax is open for lunch and dinner.
What to Get at Captain Jax
The ice cream is Blue Bell, with more than twenty flavors scooped at a time. Reviewers mention Happy Tracks, Superman, Orange Blossom and strawberry cheesecake. If you want something warm, there is coffee, plus mini pancakes and bubble waffles, and there is a boba tea menu you can customize. The shop says it is peanut-free with the exception of Moose Tracks ice cream, and it also has dairy and wheat alternatives.
Comics, Pokémon Cards and Arcade Games
The shop is also a real comic and card store, and Pokémon is a big part of it, with Pokémon singles and booster packs on the shelves. You will also find new releases, older back issues, graphic novels, Funko Pops, vintage toys, sports cards, and cards for Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Lorcana and One Piece. Reviewers also mention a small gaming area and a few free one- and two-player arcade machines, including Pac-Man, so it works for kids and for anyone who wants to browse while the ice cream melts.
Hours and Getting There
Captain Jax is a walk-in shop with no reservations. It opens at noon every day and stays open into the evening, later on Friday and Saturday. The card above shows the current hours, and it is worth calling (720) 643-8448 if you are heading over late. It sits away from the crowds of the big shopping centers. More places to eat are on the Hilton Head restaurants page and in the dining guide.
What diners say
Visitors say the ice cream, milkshakes and boba tea are delicious, and they love that the same store is full of comics, collectibles and arcade games. They highlight the fun, nostalgic atmosphere, which several describe as feeling like a childhood game room. The friendly, helpful staff are mentioned by name in reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Captain Jax sell?
Blue Bell ice cream, coffee, boba tea, mini pancakes and bubble waffles, along with Pokémon cards, comics, other trading cards, Funko Pops, vintage toys and sports cards.
Does Captain Jax have arcade games?
Reviewers mention a few free one- and two-player arcade machines, including Pac-Man, and a small gaming area.
Where is Captain Jax on Hilton Head?
At 24 Palmetto Bay Road, Suite G, on the south end of the island.
Is Captain Jax peanut-free?
The shop says it is peanut-free with the exception of Moose Tracks ice cream. It also carries dairy and wheat alternatives.
What are the hours at Captain Jax?
Monday through Thursday, noon to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, noon to 10 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 8 p.m. Call (720) 643-8448 to check holiday and off-season hours.
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