Kind of Blue is at 19 Dunnagan’s Alley, off Pope Avenue on the south end near Coligny, and it is a restaurant that happens to have a stage. Live music plays almost every night, from jazz and blues to contemporary covers, and on Saturdays the dueling pianos come out. Come for dinner and stay for the band, or take a seat at the long bar. Some locals call it Kinda Blue.

What to Eat and Drink at Kind of Blue

The menu is elevated Southern with Cajun touches. The BBQ ribs are the dish reviewers name most, along with steak, wings, sweet potato fries and fish and chips. Dishes are named for musicians, which is a fun way to order, and the cocktail list follows the same theme. A whiskey and blueberry drink called the BB King gets a mention from guests. The current menu is on the restaurant’s site.

Music, Reservations and the Music Charge

Music usually starts at 7 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. A music charge is added for non-ticketed shows, and one reviewer noted about $11 a head on the bill, so plan for it when you split the check. Reservations go through OpenTable, and walk-ins are welcome. Groups do well here: reviewers describe tables of 18 with ages from 20 to 85 all enjoying the piano show, and there is a dance area. Parking is plentiful compared with most of the south end.

Getting There

The entrance is on Dunnagan’s Alley, and there is a sign on the street. For more places to eat nearby, see the Hilton Head restaurants page, and the Hilton Head dining guide sorts them by meal and style.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Kind of Blue take reservations?

Yes. You can book a table through OpenTable, and walk-ins are welcome too. Call (843) 686-2868 with questions.

Is there live music every night at Kind of Blue?

Live music plays almost every night. It starts around 7 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, with dueling pianos on Saturdays.

Is there a cover charge at Kind of Blue?

A music charge applies at the door or on the check for non-ticketed shows. One guest reported about $11 per person.

Where is Kind of Blue?

At 19 Dunnagan’s Alley on the south end of Hilton Head Island.

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