Taste of Hilton Head Spring 2020 by Taste of Hilton Head

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Contents FEATURES 12

CAROLINA COFFEE & CRUMBS

NUNZIO RESTAURANT + BAR

THE SCIENCE OF SOFT SHELL

COLIGNY THEATRE

SPRING FESTIVALS AND HAPPENINGS

FIND YOUR TRIBE

ZACH STEVENS

PUTTING THE BAR IN BARBERSHOP

SPRING IN BLUFFTON: THE BEST FESTS

LOCAL SEAFOOD, CLOSER THAN EVER

A Cozy and Comfortable Cafe Near the Beach.

A New Vision of Italian Cooking.

Find out how Hudson’s Changed the Soft-shell Crab Game.

A Can’t Miss List of Events this Spring.

Health and Fitness Tips from Christy Baroni.

Navigating the Lowcountry Music Scene.

Hilton Head’s Newest Speakeasy is a Cut Above.

Culinary Celebrations Abound as the Weather Warms Up Along the May River.

A 75-year Legacy of Fresh Fish Sets Up Shop in Bluffton.

IN EVERY ISSUE 8

Hilton Head’s Music and Movie Outpost.

PUBLISHER’S NOTE

10 TASTE OF DINNER 46 TASTE OF LUNCH 54 TASTE OF ISLAND RECIPES 56 TASTE OF BREAKFAST/BRUNCH 64 TASTE OF BLUFFTON 66 TASTE OF SERVICES & SWEETS 67 TASTE MENU GUIDE 108 TASTE OF NIGHTLIFE/LOUNGES 114 ADVERTISING DIRECTORY/MAP

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PUBLISHER’S NOTE I was sitting in my kitchen -- a chilly but sunny day in December of 2005 -- about to make my first phone call to a prospective advertiser. I picked up the phone and put it back down. Pick up, put down. I thought, “What in the world have I gotten myself into?” If these calls fall on deaf ears, I am literally out of business before I even get started. Talk about a come to Jesus moment! Here I was clinging to an idea and an 8-page mock-up of the magazine. It was literally one of those out of body experiences. I sat for a moment and contemplated how I got here. I was in the advertising business for most of my adult life, so whenever I traveled to other cities, I always looked to see what types of local magazines were available. For the most part, I would leave those destinations thinking that they were lacking any publications of real substance. Of course, there were some great magazines along the way, but they were few and far between. I had plenty of time to think while driving and pictured the abundance of amazing restaurants on the Island, not to mention all the food and beverageoriented festivals and events throughout the year. Hilton Head seemed ready for a magazine that focused solely on that industry. I envisioned in-depth and informative stories, sharp and enticing photography and top quality paper stock – a product that would tell the stories of our restaurants – a product that our owners would want to be a part of and that I would be proud to produce. So there I sat, phone in hand and that sunshine coming through the kitchen window gave me courage and hope. Fortunately for me, some of the Island’s restaurant icons took the time to listen to my plan for Taste and solidified the beginning of the magazine with their commitment to participate. Since then I have spent years building relationships with local restaurant owners and had the pleasure to share their tastes and sounds and hospitality with Islanders and visitors. Without the confidence from so many of the longest tenured restaurants, I’m quite sure Taste would have never materialized, and I would be in a totally different profession today. With this issue, Taste of Hilton Head is celebrating its 15th year. It seems like yesterday that I was about to make that first phone call. We’ve worked hard, but also had a lot of fun over the years. Hilton Head is an amazing and very giving place and I am so lucky to live and work here. Thanks to my staff, most of who have been with me since the very beginning, my loyal advertisers and of course you the reader. I hope we have given you knowledge about events and entertainment and most of all given you the inspiration and impetus to go out and enjoy some of our Island’s best food and drink. David Mudwilder Publisher

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TASTE OF HILTON HEAD VOLUME XV, ISSUE 1 PUBLISHER David Mudwilder ART DIRECTOR Kim Bowen CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Rob Kaufman CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Christy Baroni Allyson Jones Barry Kaufman Risa Williams McMillan DISTRIBUTION Josh Kirby Brandon Duffner TASTE OF HILTON HEAD 3 Cardinal Court #572 Hilton Head Is., SC 29926 (843) 384-2014 mud@atasteofhiltonhead.com @TasteHHI

ABOUT THE COVER

Fresh seafood abounds this spring and the Diver Sea Scallops from Nunzio Restaurant + Bar is a great place to start. Photography by Rob Kaufman.

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ALEXANDER’S RESTAURANT AND WINE BAR

Located in Palmetto Dunes at 76 Queens Folly Road adjacent to the General Store, Alexander’s Restaurant & Wine Bar is an upscale seafood restaurant featuring locally-caught seafood and many locally sourced ingredients creating a menu which pays tribute to classic lowcountry and Alexander’s favorites such as Baked Flounder Imperial, Shrimp and Grits and Wiener Schnitzel. Dinner daily 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Early Dining menu daily from 5 - 5:45 p.m. Reservations are highly encouraged, although walk-ins are welcome. Call (855) 300-5976 or visit www.AlexandersRestaurant.com for more information.

A LOWCOUNTRY BACKYARD

Located at 32 Palmetto Bay Road in the Village Exchange. Capture the true essence of the island while enjoying local and regional inspired cuisine featuring owner Dave and Raina Peck’s family recipes. Choose from Potato chip meatloaf, Charleston fried green tomato sandwich, shrimp & grits, the Bischick and a wide selection of other lowcountry favorites. Dine in or outside in the comfortable backyard. Experience the island, love the food! Serving lunch Monday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., and dinner 4:30 - 9 p.m., Monday - Saturday and brunch on Sunday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call (843) 785-YARD (9273) or visit us online at www.hhbackyard.com. 10

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AMIGO’S CAFÉ Y CANTINA

The original Amigo’s is located at 70 Pope Avenue in the Circle Center. Quick, casual and healthy Mexican food prepared fresh daily. Featuring the best burrito outside of Baja, quesadillas, tacos, amazing BBQ chicken salad, Jimmy’s World Famous Margaritas and ice cold beer. This local favorite has been serving islanders and visitors for over 25 years. Dine in or take-out available. Open for lunch and dinner, Monday thru Saturday from 11 a.m. until 8:30 p.m. Call (843) 785-TACO (8226) or or check us out on Facebook.

AUNT CHILADAS EASY STREET CAFE

Located at 69 Pope Avenue. With a tag line of “Not your everyday Mexican” one can only imagine what a familyfriendly, fun restaurant Aunt Chilada’s is to both locals and visitors alike! Located on the south-end of Hilton Head, visit Aunt Chilada’s for fresh margaritas, fajitas, unique tacos and even crab legs! The huge, covered outdoor patio is perfect for all gatherings. Kids menu available. Take-out and party platters available. Open seven days a week. Happy hour at both bars from 4 - 7 p.m. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 785-7700 for reservations or visit auntchiladashhi.com. #auntchiladashhi. (continued on page 14)

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CAROLINA COFFEE & CRUMBS BY RISA WILLIAMS MCMILLAN

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PHOTOS BY ROB KAUFMAN

Whether the sun is shining or the clouds are gray, you can pull up your own piece of happy at Carolina Coffee & Crumbs, serving up aromatic beans and a whole lot more on Hilton Head’s south end. Carolina Coffee is the newest addition to Coligny Plaza, located right in the corner of the plaza on the cusp of the traffic circle – perfect for a quick brew and bite on the way to the beach or an enjoyable time to sit back, relax, and watch the bikers go by. Carolina Coffee & Crumbs opened last June and owner Erika Waronsky spared no expense in her efforts to transform the Island’s favorite south end coffee spot into a bright and beautifully decorated haven for locals and visitors. In addition to her new CC&C venture, Erika is the owner of its next door neighbor The Sandbar Beach Eats -- which she also masterfully renovated -- so it is no surprise when you walk into the coffee shop and realize that what used to be dark is now light, what was once somber is now cheery. Erika has tied together the exterior landscaping together between the two spots, making an attractive ‘corner of Coligny’ niche. “It is so nice to have the whole building and I can split the staff when I need to. I didn’t want this to look just like Sandbar though. It needed to be more polished,” said Erika. “I wasn’t exactly looking into going into the coffee business, but the space came available and coffee was the only thing not in Coligny. Everyone needs a coffee,” she added. While they already have built a solid local following, Erika realizes that given their location, they are a tourist-driven coffee spot. “It

takes a little time for people to realize it, but we are here and we are different. If we can do it right the first morning, they will come back every morning,” she expressed. “We want you to walk in at 7am and be greeted by a smiling face. Wear your flip flops and be comfortable.” In its infancy, CC&C has already been given the distinction of “Favorite Coffee Shop” by Hilton Head Monthly. Like Sandbar, Carolina Coffee was a team effort. “My family really pulled this all together,” Erika expressed. It took them six months to do the massive renovations which included adding a real kitchen and opening up space and windows. Erika’s husband fixes everything and was chief painter and stainer of the rustic shiplap, her mom and mother-in-law have been good shoppers and play dates for her two girls, and her dad is still there three times a week helping out with anything and everything. “The whole place needed to be polished and updated,” commented Erika. “We have tried to create the most comfortable atmosphere possible. We have lots of charging stations and got the best Wi-Fi we could find.” The patio area, spacious and populated with tons of flowers and plants, is reminiscent of a French Café where people can sit right on the edge of activity and take in the surroundings. Each table is adorned with fresh cut flowers supplied by Mum’s the Word. “We want to partner with other independent businesses. We can help them and they can help us. Catering has already become a good part of our business.” For Erika, “Coffee is a whole new thing.” But she is obviously learning fast as there are so many different options on the menu you could spend days exploring the tastes and roasts. Erika has teamed up with Ian Duncan from The Grind in Bluffton who creates her medium and dark brews and she also gets beans from King Bean in Charleston. The hot brews, the aromas of which pleasantly greet customers upon arrival, cover the gamut of coffee “fixes” and include a large compliment of Espressos, Cappuccinos, Lattes, and there is always an ever-popular Coffee of the day, like Southern Pecan. The

specialty coffee drinks will knock your flip-flops off, the most popular of which is the Aloha Latte made with Coconut, Vanilla, and Mocha. For those interested in a refreshing brew, there are lots of delicious choices. They have their very own CC&C Frappe to which you can add a shot of flavor and their smoothies include Mixed Berry, Peaches N Cream, and Strawberry Banana. They offer a Cold Brew on tap, not to be confused with Iced Coffee. The Cold Brew, brewed over a long period of time, is paired with a nitro infusion so it gets thick and resembles a Guinness Beer as it comes out of the tap -- it flows and shimmers with bubbles rushing through the cup. A shot of flavor like Almond, Caramel, Hazelnut, Coconut, or Vanilla Bean can sweeten up the brew in an instant. For those in the mood for something a bit stronger (and I’m not talking about the coffee brew), Carolina Coffee has quite a replete bar. They have bubbly mimosas and bloodies for those who need a kick start to their day, as well as a choice of beers and wines. The coffee cocktails --like the Irish Coffee with Jameson’s and Bailey’s, and the Beach Blanket with Coconut, espresso, Kahlua, and cream -- will warm your belly all day. CC&C has teamed up with CBD Social in Charleston and they would be happy to add some vanilla flavored CBD to your cup. There are breakfast, lunch, and snacky menus at Carolina Coffee that will satisfy everyone from the sweet tooth to the vegetarian. Like the brews, all the food is available from sunrise to closing and

they make it easy to take it on the run for those with a pressing appointment with a beach chair. “It’s hard to get people to realize that we are not just coffee. We serve the same menu all day,” said Erika. The breakfast menu features assorted bagels, muffins, and yummy pastries like turnovers, fritters, scones, and sticky buns, that come from Baker’s Pride in Savannah -- serving up ‘deliciousness’ for 60 years. The chef at Carolina Coffee has a Latino background and Erika boasts of her breakfast burritos, chimichangas, and homemade sauces and soups. The avocado toast is a big hit in the morning as is the panini with bacon, sausage, cheese, eggs and hollandaise. The lunch menu has paninis like Grilled Chicken and Italian as well as flatbreads like Chicken and Pesto or Tomato, Mozzarella, and Basil. Children are not only welcome at Carolina Coffee, they have their own little corner full of books and toys along with comfy little people chairs and their own television. There is a Kid’s Menu and of course Hot Chocolate. Oh yes – and if you have a dog, they will be unhappy if you do not bring him to enjoy the sights on the patio. CC&C is open from 7a.m. until 5 p.m. seven days a week. They are available for meetings, groups, and special occasions. Find them on Facebook and Instagram and for a full menu go to carolinacoffeehhi.com.

CAROLINA COFFEE & CRUMBS

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BIG BAMBOO

Located upstairs in Coligny Plaza, Oceanside. A 1940’s themed restaurant with reasonable prices and huge portions. Our extensive menu features steaks, award-winning ribs, local seafood, burgers, salads, fresh fish tacos, pizza and more. Fantastic kid’s menu available. Early Bird menu from 4 5:45 p.m. includes entree, house salad or soup of the day and a glass of house wine or house beer. Serving lunch from 11:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. and dinner from 4 until 10 p.m., Monday thru Saturday. Call (843) 686-3443.

BRITISH OPEN PUB

Located in The Village at Wexford and Sheridan Park in Bluffton. Authentic English fare served in an attractive pub-style atmosphere with golf art, memorabilia, and the only bar by Titleist. Great nightly specials including BBQ Baby Back Ribs, Prime Rib, Live Lobster, Fish and Chips, 1/2 lb. Angus Burgers, Lobster Pot Pie and more. Full bar, extensive wine list and beers, ales and stouts from around the world. Kid’s menu available. Serving daily from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m., Brunch served Saturday, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Call Hilton Head (843) 686-6736 or Bluffton (843) 815-6736.

BROTHER SHUCKER’S BAR & GRILL

Located at 7D Greenwood Drive, just off Sea Pines Circle. Hilton Head’s newest contemporary Raw Bar featuring fresh seafood including raw oysters, shrimp, clams and more. Tasty appetizers, salads, soups, burgers (beef and bison) and wings are also available. Dine inside in the newly remodeled dining room or outside on the comfortable deck. Happy hour available from 4 until 6 p.m. and full menu is served until midnight. Offering seasonal live entertainment. Call (843) 7857000 or check us out on Facebook.

CAPTAIN JOHN’S GALLEY AT THE SALTY DOG CAFE

Located at South Beach Marina in Sea Pines. Enjoy seafood right out of the ocean and onto your plate while overlooking beautiful Braddock’s Cove. The legendary captain serves up fresh seafood, steaks, pasta and more in this fun, nautical atmosphere. Early bird dining special, 10% off from 5 until 6:30 p.m. Full bar and kid’s menu available. Call (843) 671-CAFE (2233) for seasonal hours.

CAPTAIN WOODY’S

Located at 6 Target Road on Hilton Head and in Bluffton at the Calhoun Street Promenade. A local favorite for over 38 years! Great seafood and more in a casual and comfortable atmosphere. Serving a wide variety of fresh seafood, great signature sandwiches (Grouper melt & PoBoy’s), soups and salads all at affordable prices. Fantastic outdoor deck and bar. Open daily from 11 a.m. til 10 p.m., bar until late. Call (843) 785-2400 or (843) 757-6222 or online at www.captainwoodys.com. (continued on page 18) 14

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Delicious Simplicity

NUNZIO RESTAURANT + BAR introduces Hilton Head Island to a new vision of Italian cooking. BY BARRY KAUFMAN

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Unless we grew up with a nonna who would prepare fresh Italian feasts using old country recipes that existed only in her head, most of us have a somewhat skewed vision of what Italian cuisine is. We think of overly rich sauces, proteins crusted with garlic parmesan and a vague sense once the meal is over that we may never stand fully upright again. This is not the Italian cuisine that Nunzio Patruno grew up with. Born and raised in the town of Castellana Grotte, in the heart of the Puglia region and steps away from the Adriatic, his 16

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was a youth spent among the fields of his family farm, where everything from olives to almonds were grown to take their rightful place among delectable dishes based in simplicity. It’s a dedication to fresh ingredients and subtle pairings that carried him through culinary school and a celebrated career as a restaurateur. At Nunzio Restaurant + Bar, it finds its ultimate expression. “It’s easy to cover things up these days. Cover it with this, crust it with that, a splash of this, and then it’s good luck with

the Tums and the Zantac,” he said, a laugh punctuating his thick old-world accent. If you want to sample the simplicity that has built Nunzio’s a stellar reputation in just a few short months, you need look no further than the signature vitello piccata, which sees perfectly prepared veal medallions dressed with just enough garlic, lemon, capers and demi-glace to draw out the succulence from the meat. And if you think that’s tempting, wait until you see what he has planned for the spring. Fresh, simple and local are the three pillars upon which the restaurant stands, and our local waters produce some of their tastiest offerings as the weather warms up. With soft shell crab and sheepshead coming into season, Patruno plans on focusing his culinary genius onto some Lowcountry favorites. “I can do (sheepshead) with fresh herbs, lemon, capers and extra virgin olive oil or I can do it with cherry tomatoes, black olives, fresh thyme and a splash of white wine,” he said, freestyling on the possibilities the season will bring. “I’m going to keep things a little bit fresh, you know? I’m just going to keep the integrity of the fish.” Preserving that integrity is the key to any dish at Nunzio’s, and it’s a philosophical underpinning that drove the success of his previous ventures. His early career saw him working the kitchens of the Italian Riviera and Monaco, but his first American claim to fame came during a 25-year run with the Monte Carlo Living Room & Club in Philadelphia, the sort of posh restaurant where people dined to be seen, the valets wore white gloves and the maître d ended the night with a wad of $100 bills. It was exactly the sort of posh atmosphere Nunzio wanted to avoid when he opened his new restaurant on Hilton Head Island. That’s not to say there isn’t a certain sophistication, but the dog-friendly porch to one side of the entry foyer should be your first hint that this is a decidedly more relaxed environment. “Here I’m trying to serve cuisine in a nice environment but with a casual mood,” he said. “I want everyone to have a good time and enjoy the food.” The space itself is gorgeous – the former home of, among other things, a bank, an art gallery and a CrossFit gym, the sprawl at Nunzio’s allows for a few different dining experiences. The great hall with its cathedral ceilings gives way to a spacious private dining area where towering prints of scenic Puglia (shot by Patruno’s cousin, Pasquale) evoke Italy. Across the grand foyer, the bar itself towers like a restaurant into itself, with plentiful seating that gives way to a grand screened-in lanai. There’s even al fresco seating both on the front porch and in a rear patio encircling a live oak tree. In essence, you can eat there every night of the week and feel like you’re in a different restaurant. All this space also allows for a cavernous walk-in wine cooler, where a hand-picked selection awaits. Contrary to what you might think, the lion’s share of the varietals on hand don’t come from Italy. Glance among the bottles and you’ll find everywhere

from Spain and France to Argentina well represented. “I don’t want a list completely tied to Italy,” said Patruno. “I wanted to have a multi-ethnic mix. I just wanted to be a little bit different from everyone else. The palate and the customer is king.” Being a little bit different from everyone else seems to have struck a chord. On an island where competition for restaurant buzz is fierce, Nunzio’s has been riding a wave of good will ever since it opened. “So far so good. We are getting good reviews and are also being well accepted by the majority of the community,” he

said. “Definitely I was very satisfied with the buzz in Hilton Head. I like to hear positive things, you know?” It’s not the Italian you might know, but as more islanders are finding out, it’s definitely an Italian worth getting to know better. Nunzio’s Restaurant + Bar is located at 18 New Orleans Rd., visit nunziohhi.com for more.

NUNZIO RESTAURANT + BAR 18 New Orleans Road (843) 715-2172 www.nunziohhi.com

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CAROLINA CRAB COMPANY

Located in Palmetto Bay Marina, just off Helmsman Way. With a pet-friendly patio and bar as well as indoor dining, Carolina Crab Company offers an array of fresh seafood, burgers, crab legs, Lowcountry boil and daily Chef specials. Open seven days a week from 11:30 a.m. Happy hour at the bars daily from 4 - 7 p.m. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 842-2016 for reservations or visit carolinacrabco.com. #carolinacrabco.

CATCH 22 FRESH SEAFOOD & GRILL

Located at 37 New Orleans Road in Orleans Plaza. We cut our U.S.D.A. Prime Beef in house and fillet our fresh Catch of the Day. Friendly atmosphere and delicious Menu Choices such as Crispy Duck, Handmade Ravioli with Scallops, and the Three Onion Encrusted Pork Chop make us a favorite with the locals and visitors alike. Serving Prime Rib Thursday, Friday & Saturday and Crab Legs every evening. Reservations suggested for our At the Bar Dinner and Wine Special from 5 to 8 Saturday, Sunday & Monday evenings. Enjoy ½ price bottle of wine (under $100) with 2 Regular Entrees. Martini Madness on Wednesday & Thursday from 5 - 6:30 with $4.75 Gin & Vodka Martinis. Dinner from 5 nightly. Call (843) 7856261 or visit Catch22hhi.com for Reservations, Menus and Seasonal Promotional Details.

CHARLIE’S L’ETOILE VERTE

Located at 8 New Orleans Rd., just off Hwy. 278. The only restaurant on the Island that writes its entire menu daily based on the freshest local seafood available. Our epicurean dinner menu offers an array of Fresh Fish, Rack of Lamb, Filet Mignon and many other delights. Our wine list, The Best of Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence”, offering half off all bottles of wine under $100 on Monday nights. Serving dinner Monday thru Saturday from 5 p.m. and lunch Monday thru Friday from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. For reservations call (843) 785-9277 visit us online at www.charliesgreenstar.com.

CHOW DADDY’S

Two locations - 14B Executive Park Road, just off Pope Avenue and Belfair Towne Village in Bluffton. One of the areas newest and most creative restaurants offers a healthy alternative using local and organic ingredients whenever possible. Menu items include amazing Pork Nachos on house-made potato chips, Kale and Quinoa Salad, Tuna Poke Bowl, Fried Chicken Tacos, Spicy Shrimp Tacos, Chicken Verde, and incredible Burgers ground in house daily. Full bar, extensive wine selection and great cocktails. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner from 11:30 a.m. until 10 p.m. Outdoor seating and ping pong available on our terraces. For reservations call (843) 842-CHOW (2469) or (843) 757-CHOW (2469) or online at www.chowdaddys.com. (continued on page 20)

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CQ’S RESTAURANT

Tucked under the oaks in Harbour Town, CQ’s signature dishes embody Executive Chef Broderick Weaver’s passion for the best produce and cuisine from the Lowcountry bounty. Guests can gather at the bar to enjoy great cocktails. The exceptional wine list includes a variety of wines selected specifically with the menu in mind. B’s Kitchen menu now available for take-out. Open nightly 5 to 9 p.m. Reservations accepted. Call (843) 671-2779 or visit CQsRestaurant.com for complete menus or to make reservations.

overlooking Jarvis Creek. The “Islander’s place for fresh seafood for over 30 years,” The Crazy Crab restaurants are a must-visit for those enjoying all Hilton Head has to offer. Fresh local seafood is prepared any way you wish – broiled, fried, steamed, blackened, etc. Gluten free and vegan options also available. Open seven days a week. See the largest salt-water aquarium on Hilton Head (Hwy. 278 location). A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 363-2722 (Harbour Town), (843) 681-5021 (Jarvis Creek) or visit thecrazycrab.com. #crazycrabhhi.

CRANE’S TAVERN STEAKHOUSE & SEAFOOD

THE DRYDOCK SEAFOOD GRILL & SPIRITS

Located at 26 New Orleans Rd. A family tradition of excellence in quality and value for over 100 years. The destination for steak and seafood lovers offering all USDA Prime Grade beef, including our Famous Prime Rib. Fresh selection of seafood, pastas, soups and salads as well as tantalizing desserts. Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence” for a wine list comprised of over 500 selections. AAA Three diamond award. Early dining menu from 5 to 5:45 p.m. and great bar menu available. Bar menu available at bar only. Open daily from 5 until 10 p.m. Reservations suggested. Call (843) 341-2333.

THE CRAZY CRAB

Two great waterfront locations- South end in the heart of Harbour Town in Sea Pines and North end Hwy. 278

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All new location at 840 William Hilton Pkwy. Go where the locals go for fresh seafood, cold drinks and good times. We are easy to find, but hard to leave. Choose from a wide variety of fresh seafood, signature sandwiches, salads and more in a casual and comfortable atmosphere. Dine inside or enjoy the outdoor patio. Open 7 days for lunch and dinner from 11:30 a.m. Call (843) 842-9775.

ELA’S ON THE WATER

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The Science of Soft Shell Go inside the tanks to find out how Hudson’s changed the soft-shell crab game. BY BARRY KAUFMAN

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PHOTOS PROVIDED BY HUDSONS SEAFOOD HOUSE ON THE DOCKS

THE PROCESS Serving up soft-shell crab is equal part art and science, depending in huge part on a knowledge of our area waters. Timing is everything, and knowing when to pick ‘em and when to serve ‘em has become Hudsons’ stock in trade. It begins with specialized crab traps set at the beginning of the season. Crabbers will bait a trap with a male crab (called a Jimmy crab) who will send out special pheromones to attract female crabs who are ready to mate. “Crabs only molt for two reasons,” said Andrew Carmines. “Either they’re growing or they’re getting ready to mate.” Once the female crabs are in the trap, crabbers will wait until they spot subtle markings on the apron and back fins, which start out as pale yellow before darkening to a deep red. The marked crabs are the ones that are ready to be sent to the restaurant. “We put them in the flow-through system, and every day we pick up every crab and feel underneath the shell,” said Carmines. What we are feeling for is a hairline fracture, the first sign that the crab is ready to molt. It’s at this point that the most time-intensive part of the process begins. “Once they go into the crack float, we watch that very intently because we know those crabs are going to shed,” said Carmines. The crabs are put on a 24-hour-a-day watch, with members of the team rotating out in shifts. If they spot a crab backing out of its shell, they know they have just minutes to get it out of the water to collect it at peak quality. “It can happen in three minutes. It really depends on the crab.” 22

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For most of the year, the packing house at Hudson’s Seafood House on the Docks sits more or less vacant. A nondescript wooden shed just beside the outdoor over-the-water bar, it generally only sees use as a venue for private events during the summer or as a shelter from the wind during the bluster of early winter. But for a few weeks in spring, this small room becomes the hub of a frenzy of activity. It’s here that Carmines and his staff build a series of tanks, hook them up to a specialized water circulation system, and begin their 24-hour vigil all for one purpose: delivering the most delicious soft-shell crabs known to man. “People who have them here are hooked. We have people come twice a day during the season,” he said of the delectable crustaceans that have become his seasonal signature. “It’s like eating a shrimp right off the boat or grilling a fish you caught. That’s the standard by which all other experiences are going to be measured from that point forward.” But delivering on a promise of soft-shell crab you can cut with a spoon is no easy feat. But for Carmines, it’s worth it. For years, he’d been traveling North of the Broad to get his soft-shells, with mixed results. “We were buying soft-shell crabs from a number of vendors, and two out of every ten customers would complain that it was papery. And that drove me nuts,” he said. That papery consistency, according to Carmines, comes when a crab is allowed to sit for too long after it molts. Take a crab out of the water too quickly, he says, and the weight of gravity alone will be enough to crush the crab’s exposed organs, killing it instantly and rendering it inedible. Leave it in too long, and it will develop just enough of a shell to offend two out of every ten diners. It was a ratio Carmines couldn’t live with. “I called a guy I knew on Lady’s Island and said, ‘I’ll come pick them up if you can promise to sell me really soft soft-shell crabs.’ So every day during the season I was driving 2.5 hours to Lady’s Island and back.” It was a friend of Carmines’, Rob Roe who suggested they start doing soft-shell crabs on site. He was hired on the spot. “The first year, we built all the tables out of 2x4s and plywood, then fiberglassed the seams,” he said. “We shedded out maybe 2-3,000 crabs that first year.” Improvement to the tanks, plus the addition of PVC pipes that pump salt water up from the docks to deliver consistently

aerated water, allowed for the operation to grow with customer demand. Last year saw the shedding tanks at Hudson’s put out 13,500 crabs to a hungry island. It also allowed for one of the coolest dining experiences on the island, allowing diners to watch their dinner emerge from its shell. “It’s so fun to see

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by an extensive boutique wine selection. Known for the best water views on the island, we have a casual intimate interior, wrap around dining patio exterior and nightly entertainment. Private parties, rehearsal dinners and special events welcome. Open for lunch Monday thru Friday, 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., Sunday Brunch from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. and dinner nightly from 5 p.m. Reservations recommended. Call (843) 785-3030 or online at www.elasgrille.com.

FISHCAMP ON BROAD CREEK

Located at 11 Simmons Road, mid-island on Broad Creek. Fishcamp is Hilton Head’s favorite casual waterfront dining destination. Enjoy delicious seafood, steaks and more in a chic, backyard, fish camp style setting complete with corn hole, giant Jenga, Cannon Ball, fire pit and stunning sunset views. Choose from Daufuskie Blue Crab Cakes, Seafood Risotto, Oysters, or Filet Mignon (just to name a few). Dine indoors, or enjoy the large, pet-friendly patio and bar while soaking in the view. Happy hour at the outdoor bar (heated on cool nights) and high-top tables from 4 - 6 p.m. daily. Bar menu available starting at 3 p.m., dinner service beginning at 4 p.m., bar open late. Lunch daily from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 842-2267 for reservations. View full menus at fishcamphhi.com. #fishcamphhi.

FLATBREAD GRILL

Located at Coligny circle oceanside in the Beach Market Center. This upscale casual dining sensation is sure to be a favorite of both visitors and locals. Enjoy Neopolitan pizza cooked in our open-hearth oven or choose from fresh pasta, gourmet salads, wraps, sandwiches, specialty burgers, wings and more. Friendly and comfortable lounge offering a nice selection of appetizers and cocktails while viewing your favorite sporting events on our HD TV’S. Take out and kid’s menu available. Open daily from 11 a.m. for lunch and dinner. Call (843) 341-2225 or online at www.flatbreadgrillhhi.com.

THE FROSTY FROG CAFÉ

Located in Coligny Plaza. A comfortable, casual atmosphere offering a “web-footed lickin” menu and an enormous amount of frozen daiquiris by the glass or by the gallon. Outside seating with retractable roof, fire pit, beach area and tiki bar. Live music nightly. Black angus burger, crab cakes, pizza, prime rib sandwich, salads, subs, wraps, peel & eat shrimp, calamari, crab legs, shrimp dishes, ahi tuna, fish and shrimp tacos and of course fried frog legs. 28 HD TV’s for great sports viewing as well as a kid’s menu. Open for lunch and dinner daily from 11 a.m. Call (843) 686-FROG (3764) or online at www.frostyfrog.com.

HEALTHY HABIT

Located in Park Plaza just outside of Sea Pines Resort. Voted Hilton Head’s Best lunch, takeout, counter service and salads (continued on page 26) 24

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every year since 2017! This local favorite serves up award winning bowls, salads, wraps, smoothies, juices and more. Fast casual dining with a modern design offers inside and outside seating. Online ordering, catering and takeout are available. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. Call (843) 686-5600 or visit us online at HealthyHabitHHI.com.

HEYWARD’S

Located at The Sonesta Resort in Shipyard Plantation at 130 Shipyard Drive. Heyward’s Restaurant is the premier restaurant for Sonesta Resort offering a comfortable and personable experience with a menu that focuses on the traditions of the Lowcountry region with a combination of seafood, steaks and approachable entrees. Join us every Friday Night for our famous Seafood Buffet! A Hilton Head tradition for over 25 years. Please call Heyward’s for more information at (843) 341-1850.

HICKORY TAVERN

Conveniently located mid island at 44 Shelter Cove Lane in The Plaza at Shelter Cove Shopping Center. The Hickory Tavern is your place for Lunch, Happy Hour, Dinner, Late Night and even Game Day! Featuring Burgers, Wings, Seafood Specialties, Pasta, Tacos, Salads & Handheld Sandwiches, the Hickory Tavern has something for everyone. Join us on the patio for one of our Specialty Cocktails or Live Music during designated evenings - you are sure to have a great time with family and friends. Open 11am-Midnight 7 Days a Week. Call (843) 802-0010 for more details or visit us at www.thehickorytavern.com.

HINOKI JAPANESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR Located at 37 New Orleans Road in New Orleans Plaza. Enjoy traditional Japanese dishes such as grilled fish, chicken and steak, suki yaki, a variety of noodle dishes, tempura, daily specials, plus sushi and sashimi. The very extensive menu includes dozens of appetizers, several kinds of broiled fish, salads and over 20 entrees from which to choose. Three intimate dining rooms, a sushi bar and a cocktail lounge offers something for everyone. Early Bird specials and take-out available. Open for dinner 5:30 until 10:00 p.m., Monday thru Saturday and lunch, 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Call (843) 785-9800 for reservations.

HUDSON’S SEAFOOD HOUSE ON THE DOCKS

Located on the Intracoastal Waterway off Squire Pope Rd. With 50 years of casual dining experience and spectacular views of the Intracoastal Waterway, Hudson’s is one of the Island’s most recognized landmarks. Featuring the freshest, local seafood in the area as well as pasta, steaks, chicken and more. Kids menu available. Featured in The Wall Street (continued on page 28) 26

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Journal, USA Today and Bon Appe´tit. Open daily at 11 a.m. Call (843) 681-2772.

THE JAZZ CORNER

Celebrating 31 Years! Hilton Head’s “Little Italy” New York/New Jersey Italian Cuisine

Family owned since 1989 Early Dining Special $19.95 • Gluten Free Menu • Children’s menu

15 Executive Park Drive (off Pope Avenue) • 843.785.7006 Serving from 5 pm • Monday - Saturday

Located in the “corner” of The Village at Wexford. One of the top “100 Great Jazz Rooms” in the world, Downbeat Magazine 2011-20. Our intimate, elegant atmosphere is the perfect setting to enjoy an evening of world class entertainment enhanced by our innovative southern flavors menu and impeccable service. The Jazz Corner offers a signature martini menu, extensive wine list, full bar and late-night menu. Open nightly from 6 p.m. Reservations are recommended. Call (843) 842-8620 or check us out online at www.thejazzcorner.com.

KENNY B’S CAJUN SEAFOOD HUT

Located in Circle Center, just off Pope Avenue. Enjoy Creole cuisine with a Low country influence. Find an appealing choice of Cajun fare such as Shrimp Etoufee, Crawfish Etoufee, Jambalaya, N’awlins Po Boy’s, Red Beans & Rice and authentic Gumbos. Great soups and salads, as well as a kid’s menu and take-out service available. Also, cold beer and awesome desserts. Open Monday from 11:30 a.m. until 9 p.m., Tuesday thru Saturday, 8:30 a.m. until 9 p.m. and Sunday, 8 a.m. until 9 p.m. Call (843) 785-3315.

LAND’S END TAVERN

Located at South Beach Marina in Sea Pines. Featuring great seafood, steaks, sandwiches and salads. A casual atmosphere with a pirate theme ensures fun for the whole family. Great kid’s menu and desserts. It’s a bounty of treasure waiting to be plundered. Serving all day, every day starting from 8 a.m. Call (843) 671-5456 for seasonal hours.

MANGIAMO

Located at 2000 Main Street. A comfortable and cozy atmosphere featuring outstanding pizza, subs, salads and pasta. Beer and wine, kid’s menu, and daily specials offer something for everyone. Enjoy half price cheese pizza from 3 until 4 p.m. Dine inside, on the patio or take it to go. North Island delivery available. Your home away from home for The Ohio State Buckeyes. Open Sunday thru Thursday from 11 a.m. until 9:30 p.m., and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Call (843) 682-2444.

MELLOW MUSHROOM

Located in Park Plaza on Hilton Head and at 878 Fording Island Rd. in Bluffton. If you’re looking for a fun and lively place for the whole family, this is it. Specializing in great pizza and calzones, monumental hoagies and fresh salads all in a comfortable and casual setting. Kid friendly and affordably priced menu for both lunch and dinner. Over twenty-four beers (continued on page 32) 28

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COLIGNY THEATRE: Hilton Headâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Music and Movie Outpost BY TAYLOR KENT PHOTO BY ALVARO AGUILAR

Tucked into the center of the plaza, in the heart of Coligny lies the quaint but impressive Coligny Theatre. Amongst the tourist-ridden south end, the theatre is a hidden gem for locals and art lovers alike. Coligny Theatre has always been considered different than the norm, largely due to its inclusion of a very wide and unique range of movies and media. However, as of the last few years, Coligny Theatre has gained even more attention for hosting regional and national acts and putting on a variety of live shows. It is common knowledge that Hilton Head hosts a large music scene, with many fulltime musicians and bands residing on the

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island year round. Though there are countless restaurant spots where tourists and locals gather to hear their favorite acts, in the past Hilton Head has lacked a larger, theatre-style venue for more formal shows. In addition to professional musicians, the island is also home to a large number of dedicated music-lovers who consistently seek out shows. With these variables, it was clear that a bigger venue was in demand. Coligny Theatre has proven to be a solution. The success of this idea can primarily be credited to Mr. John Cranford. A well-known staple of the island’s music scene, John Cranford is the founder and frontman of popular southern rock band Cranford Hollow. With years of national touring under his belt, Cranford decided to apply his knowledge and experience towards the theatre. It was around two years ago that Cranford was feeling tired and weary of working with late night venues and promoters who “just didn’t get it”. In hopes of gaining a space of his own “where I could be in control of all the elements that go into planning shows”, he turned to the theatre. Cranford took on a leadership position at Coligny and immediately turned up the volume of the number of shows and diversification of acts. He created a distinct vision for Coligny Theatre, which he describes as “intimate shows with great production and promotion”. Alongside his wife Lindsay and the Coligny staff, Cranford has helped put on well over two dozen shows at the theatre since his initial involvement. Now, the addition of regular Swampfire shows has solidified Coligny Theatre as the main outpost for live music on Hilton Head, focusing particularly on original music. Says Cranford, “Nowhere else on the island can you find local talent playing as many original songs”. The loyal audience of the lowcountry has responded well to Hilton Head’s new music venue. Local band Pretty Darn sold out the theatre in December, and Coligny has also recently held other successful shows, such as singer-songwriter Angie Aparo and the annual Grateful Dead weekend featuring Shaky Bones and the Swampfire All-Stars. Largely thanks to John Cranford, the future of Coligny Theatre as a movie and live music venue looks very bright. All throughout 2020, John and the Coligny staff plan to put on at least one show a month, ranging from Hilton Head’s favorite local acts, to collaborative comedy shows, documentary film festivals, and traveling bands. Cranford is looking forward to continue to host a variety of talent and “bring a special kind of show to the south end”. Utilizing his recording skills, Cranford has also started recording the live shows put on at Coligny Theatre which will be available to listen to and download early spring. Whether you attend for a movie or a show, Coligny Theatre provides a unique viewing and listening experience enjoyed by all. With popcorn, movie snacks, and a good selection of beer and wine, Coligny Theatre is Hilton Head’s optimal environment to indulge in the arts and expand your mind with film, music, and more. For more information please visit colignytheatre.com or call (843) 686-3500. TASTEOFHILTONHEAD.COM

on tap, fifty more by bottle and a full bar available. Dine inside or outside on the patio. Open daily from 11 a.m. Call (843) 686-2474 (HHI) or (843) 706-0800 (B-Town).

MICHAEL ANTHONY’S

Located at 37 New Orleans Road in Orleans Plaza. Offering classic Italian cuisine. Homemade gnocchi, succulent veal dishes and creative fish preparations are offered nightly. The versatile wine list offers a broad selection designed to satisfy the novice or seasoned enthusiast. Reservations are suggested. Weekly cooking classes offered in the Tuscan inspired demonstration kitchen. The adjacent Italian Market offers a wide array of Italian wines and gourmet foods. Open Monday thru Saturday beginning at 5:15 p.m. Call (843) 785-6272 or visit www.michael-anthonys.com.

MIDICI ITALIAN KITCHEN

Located at 7C Greenwood Dr. in Reilley’s Plaza just off the Sea Pines circle. Enjoy classic wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, pasta and more prepared with the freshest ingredients in our open kitchen. Enjoy local craft beer, wine and signature cocktails with your friends in a warm, upbeat atmosphere. We believe people are the best thing to happen to anyone. Open daily. Call (843) 842-7999 or visit us online at www.mymidici.com.

NUNZIO RESTAURANT + BAR

South Carolina’s best new Italian restaurant is located at 18 New Orleans Road. Nunzio’s classic & contemporary Italian dishes perfectly portray the harmony and the simplicity of southern Italian food combining locally sourced ingredients. Nunzio’s menu features house-made pasta, fresh fish & seafood, and choice cut meats. The collection of wines have strong Italian influences with notable international selections. Reservations are suggested. Open daily from 4 p.m. with Happy Hour until 6 and Dinner from 4:30 p.m. Early Dining from 4:30 until 5:15 p.m. Call (843) 715-2172 or visit www. nunziohhi.com for more information.

OLD FORT PUB

Located at 63 Skull Creek Drive on the Intra-coastal Waterway, Old Fort Pub, a Four Diamond restaurant showcases unrivaled nightly sunsets & award winning cuisine! Enjoy a wide variety of “New Southern” favorites inspired with influences from around the globe. Serving Sunday Brunch 11-2 p.m., Bar opens at 4 p.m. daily and dinner is served nightly 5-9 p.m. Early Bird dining is served from 5-5:30. Outdoor dining available. B’s Kitchen menu now available for take-out. Call (843) 681-2386 or visit OldFortPub.com for a complete menu or to make reservations. (continued on page 34)

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THE OLD OYSTER FACTORY

Located at 101 Marshland Rd. Waterfront dining with expansive views of Broad Creek and beyond. Serving the Island’s best steaks and freshest seafood. Extensive wine menu and great service will guarantee a wonderful dining experience. Children’s menu and large groups welcome. Serving dinner from 4:45 p.m., 7 nights a week. Open for lunch. Call (843) 681-6040 or online at www.oldoysterfactory.com.

PIZZA COMPANY

Located at 1201 Main Street. The island’s newest pizza sensation offers fantastic pizza and salads with a wide variety of fresh ingredients and toppings made at record setting speed. Our handmade brick oven is literally built from bricks made in Italy and produces the most delicious pizza available. Enjoy crazy affordable prices and friendly service in a neat and coastal atmosphere. Open daily from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Call (843) 681-PIES (7437) or visit us online at www.yourpizzaco.com.

REDFISH

Located at the corner of Palmetto Bay Rd. and Archer Rd. Serving Innovative Cuisine in a unique and inviting atmosphere. Offering local seafood, steaks, salads and nightly specials. Attached retail wine shop and bar with over 1,000 selections of fine wines. Outdoor seating available. Serving lunch Monday thru Saturday from 11:30 a.m. and dinner daily from 5 p.m. For more information call (843) 686-3388 or online at www.redfishofhiltonhead.com.

REILLEY’S GRILL & BAR

Located in Reilley’s Plaza, just off Sea Pines Circle. Serving up delicious steaks, seafood, pasta and sandwiches on Hilton Head Island for over 35 years. With a sophisticated warm ambiance, the family-friendly atmosphere will have your family dining with the Reilley family again and again. Dine indoors or outside on the deck. Enjoy nightly dinner specials with family, or toasting to the good life with mimosas and Sunday brunch. Lunch and dinner served seven days a week. Happy Hour from 4 until 7 p.m. Take-out and kids menus available. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 842-4414 for reservations or visit reilleyshiltonhead.com. #reilleyshhi.

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or toasting to the good life with mimosas and Sunday Brunch. Lunch and dinner served seven days a week. Happy hour daily from 4 until 7p.m. Take-out available. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 681-4153 for reservations or visit reilleysnorth.com. #reilleysnorth.

ROCKFISH SEAFOOD AND STEAKS @BOMBORAS Located a at 5 Lagoon Road across from Coligny near the beach. Rockfish, a Seafood Destination, offers fresh oysters, fresh shrimp, local seafood, steaks and much much more. Featuring a fun and inviting indoor or outdoor dining experience. The owners are from Cincinnati so they have an intriguing “Cincinnati” section to their menu featuring Montgomery Inn Ribs, Big Boy Burgers and more. Extensive craft draft list, wine and creative cocktails. Want a date night? Drop your kids off at the Art Cafe (a paint your own pottery studio located just above Rockfish) during their Kids Night Out and enjoy a night out alone! Now open for lunch (on select days), happy hour starting at 4 p.m., Early Bird menu available between 4 - 5:45 p.m. and dinner 7 days a week. Make your reservation on Opentable, Call (843) 689-2662 or visit online at rockfishhhi.com.

RUAN THAI HUT

Located at 1107 Main Street. Serving Authentic Thai fare using the freshest ingredients available. Mild to very hot, you can choose the spice level of your meal. Appetizers, soups, salads, desserts and kids meals round out an extensive menu with something for all ages. Sit inside or outside on the comfortable patio. Open Monday thru Saturday for lunch and dinner. Call (843) 681-3700.

SAGE ROOM

Located at 75 Pope Avenue in Heritage Plaza. Enjoy fine dining in a casual atmosphere with unique appetizers, diverse cuisine and nightly innovative specials. Elegant palate pleasing fare is prepared in our open kitchen which highlights the restaurant. An extensive wine list, full bar and fantastic service, complete a perfect night out. Open for dinner Monday thru Saturday from 6 until 10 p.m. Reservations are recommended. Call (843) 785-5352 or check us out online at www.thesageroom.com.

THE SALTY DOG CAFE

Located at South Beach Marina in Sea Pines. Great food, frozen drinks and live entertainment from the island’s favorite outdoor cafe. Enjoy beautiful waterfront views overlooking Braddock’s Cove in a fun and casual atmosphere. Happy Hour daily with a full menu available, plus an outdoor cookout, Salty Dog Ice Cream and Jake’s Pizza during the season. Call (843) 671-CAFE (2233) for seasonal hours.

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THE SANDBAR

Located at 101 Pope Avenue in historic Coligny Plaza just steps away from Coligny Beach. The Sandbar always has something delicious cooking. With its beach inspired decor, comfortable seating and laid back atmosphere, they are serving up signature dishes such as Hurricane Shrimp, Jamaican Jerk Lobster Tails and Parmesan Crusted Grouper. The Sandbar is a great place for families and friends to enjoy the outdoor bar and patio and share amazing foods and drinks. Children will also feel welcome with their own menu and special children’s table. Call (843) 342-SAND (7263) or visit us online at www.sandbarhhi.com.

SANTA FE CAFÉ

Located at 807 William Hilton Parkway near the entrance to Palmetto Dunes. Our elegant yet casual, cozy atmosphere captures the spirit of New Mexico. Innovative southwestern cuisine features dinner favorites such as Tortilla Crusted Salmon, Wood Roasted Quail, Grouper, 30 oz. Ribeye and many more great selections including vegetarian items. Excellent wine list, imported beers and full bar. Early dining menu from 5 until 6 p.m. Live entertainment Tues. thru Sat. Take-out available. Reservations are “gladly” accepted. Open for dinner 7 nights a week from 5 until 10 p.m., and for lunch Monday thru Friday from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. Call (843) 785-3838 or www.santafehhi.com.

SKILLETS CAFE

Located just off the beach in Coligny Plaza. An excellent choice for the whole family since 1994. Wonderful selections including burgers, jambalaya, grilled, broiled and fried seafood and build your own pasta dishes or our extensive salad bar. Gluten Free menu as well as vegan dishes available. Full bar and wine list available. Kids menu and take-out. Dine inside or on the patio (Dog Friendly). Open for dinner from 4 until 10 p.m. Call (843) 785-3131 or check us out online at www.skilletscafe.com.

STEAMER SOUTHERN SEAFOOD

Located at 8 Executive Park Rd. just off Pope Avenue. Featuring huge portions of fresh seafood, shellfish, sandwiches, soups, salads and dessert all served in a casual Lowcountry atmosphere. Fresh catch specials daily. The most kid-friendly restaurant on the island offers inside seating or outside on the covered patio. Live entertainment, full bar and take out available. Open Mon.–Fri., 4 until 10 p.m. and Sat. and Sun., 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Call (843) 785-2070 or visit us online at www.steamerseafood.com.

STELLINI ITALIAN RESTAURANT

Located at 15 Executive Park Dr., just off Pope Avenue. Celebrating 31 years! Voted the Island’s best Italian restaurant, Stellini features popular menu items from the Little Italy section of New York and northern New Jersey. Choose from items such as Clams Casino, Veal Saltimbocca, Zuppa di Pesce, Osso Buco, Lasagna and more. Chefs specialties created nightly. Extensive 38

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wine list, Early Bird specials, children’s menu and take-out available. Serving dinner Monday thru Saturday from 5 p.m. Call (843) 785-7006 for reservations.

STREET MEET

Located in Port Royal Plaza. This Family Tavern & Restaurant is HHI’s Ohio Bar and Home of the HHI Browns Backers. Kitchen serving food from 11:30 a.m. until midnight 7 days/week. Offering a wide range of homemade, from scratch American food at reasonable prices and have been voted Island’s Best Wings, Best Fish and Chips, and Best Hotdog (“Hofmann from Syracuse, NY). Featuring a complete Healthy Menu that includes GlutenFree, Paleo, & Vegetarian options plus more. Full bar with daily drink specials and happy hour as well as indoor & outdoor seating plus a new dining room that is GREAT for large parties or groups. Kids pay what they weigh on Saturday! Acoustic Mayhem plays every Tues. night on the patio from 6 - 9 p.m. Call (843) 842-2570 or online at www. streetmeethhi.com.

SUNSET GRILLE

Located on the Intracoastal Waterway at Hilton Head Harbor, 43 Jenkins Rd. The Grille offers a casual fine dining experience with breathtaking sunset views. The creative menu features house specialties such as Hugh’s famous hot smoked salmon, shrimp & grits, grilled sea scallops & braised lamb shank all prepared to perfection. An extensive wine list, craft beer selection and full bar available. Call (843) 689-6744 for reservations or visit sunsetgrillehhi.com. Dinner is served Tues.-Sat. 5 p.m. until.

TRUFFLES CAFE

Located in Sea Pines Center and Belfair Towne Village in Bluffton. Enjoying our 37th year of offering casual upscale dining in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Our menu features fresh seafood, Black Angus steaks, baby back ribs, homemade soups, fresh and flavorful entree salads, house ground burgers, delicious pasta, and amazing homemade desserts. Outside seating is available at both locations. Full bar and fine wines by the glass or bottle. Private dining available for 6 to 100 people. Serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week from 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. Call (843) 671-6136 (Sea Pines) or (843) 815-5551 (Bluffton) or go to www.trufflescafe.com to make reservations.

THE WRECK OF THE SALTY DOG

Located at South Beach Marina in Sea Pines. Enjoy a casual and fun atmosphere in the same spirit as The Salty Dog Cafe. Serving a full bar with excellent food and waterfront view overlooking South Beach Marina and Braddock’s Cove, The Wreck offers excellent Happy Hour drink and appetizer specials. Available for private parties. Call (843) 671-SEAS (7327) for seasonal hours.

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SPRING Festivals and Happenings BY ALLYSON JONES

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PHOTOS BY ROB KAUFMAN

Savor the many flavors of the South Carolina Lowcountry this spring! From seafood specialties, spicy wings and sizzling burgers to sweet Easter eggs, farm-fresh produce and wines from around the world, here is a taste of the exciting happenings, productions, parades and festivals taking place on Hilton Head Island this season.

The Salty Dog Café

There is always something happening at The Salty Dog Café in South Beach Marina Village. Hang out on the dock at one of Hilton Head’s most renowned spots enjoying seafood specialties, pizza, burgers, ice cream, ice-cold drinks and more from the signature restaurants, iconic shopping, live music and assorted cruises on the Calibogue Sound, as well as a host of special events throughout the spring. On March 14, a crazy little leprechaun scatters lucky shamrocks for kids to find all around South Beach during the annual Shamrock Hunt which are redeemable for tasty treats and Salty Dog gear. Saturday, April 11, the Easter Bunny hops over to hide 10,000 eggs with tons of prizes for the Easter Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt, plus plenty of other fun activities for kids of all ages. The Burger Bash on April 25 celebrates the American staple with tons of savory variations – from the half-pound, prime beef Jake-Zilla topped with bacon, pimento cheese, hand-pulled pork, fried onions and drizzled with barbeque sauce served on a toasted pretzel roll to healthy alternatives like the homemade Black Bean Burger on an artisanal roll – accompanied by live music overlooking the water. Grab your party hat and gallop over to the Salty Dog for the Derby Party on May 2. Starting at 4, watch the race on every TV screen while sipping Mint Juleps and enjoying other Derby classics inside overlooking the water or at the outside bar. Or, race down on May 16 for the annual Preakness Party showcasing all things Maryland, in honor of the Executive Chef’s home state. On May 9, party like it’s 1987 at the Salty Dog Birthday Bash! Celebrate 32 years of incredible memories made in South Beach, while enjoying Lowcountry Boil, live music on the deck, a visit from Jake the Salty Dog and, of course, cake starting at 4 p.m. For Salty Dog menus, event details, cruise and fishing information, visit saltydog.com.

Arts Center of Coastal Carolina

The award-winning Arts Center of Coastal Carolina showcases professional performing and visual arts, as well as cultural festivals and educational outreach, in the heart of Hilton Head Island. March 3-4, “Ireland’s most exciting young tenor,” Emmet Cahill of the global phenomenon Celtic Thunder, serenades audiences 40

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with traditional Irish tunes, Broadway hits, and more as he carves out his own unique identity on his biggest North American tour to date. Later in the month, the dazzling Charlotte Ballet takes center stage on March 26 with its powerful, evocative repertoire ranging from ballet to bold dance. Celebrate National Youth Arts Month during Youth ArtsFest on March 7. Suitable for all ages, this community festival showcases ISCA’s Rising Stars and the Promising Picasso’s youth art exhibition with dance and drama workshops, live entertainment and craft projects from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Admission is free; workshops are $5 and craft projects range from $1-$3. Inheriting a shoe factory from his father, Charlie Price forms an unlikely partnership with cabaret performer and drag queen Lola to produce a line of high-heeled boots with hopes of saving the business in the Tony Award-winning musical “Kinky Boots,” April 29-May 24. This show, with high spirits and even higher heels, plus music by Cyndi Lauper, leaves audiences cheering! For details and tickets, contact the Arts Center Box office at (843) 842-2787 or go online to artshhi.com.

Main Street Youth Theatre

Peter and his mischievous fairy sidekick, Tinkerbell, visit the nursery of the Darling children late one night and, with a sprinkle of pixie dust, begin a magical journey across the stars that none of them will ever forget when Main Street Youth Theatre presents “Peter Pan Jr.,” March 4-8. Call the Box Office at (843) 689-6246 or visit msyt.org for show times and tickets.

Hilton Head Island Wine and Food Festival

March 9-15, raise a glass – or two – in salute to an event 35 years in the making. Join 3,000 other epicureans in The Sea Pines Resort for a weeklong celebration of Lowcountry living at this vintage spring event which began as a three-hour wine tasting in a hotel parking lot.

On March 12, treat yourself to a great selection of wines while shopping the stores of Harbour Town during the popular Sip n’ Stroll and then catch the sun setting behind the Lighthouse that evening during Stay Gold: A Lowcountry Wine, Music and Food experience showcasing Double Gold wines from the February International Judging Competition, delicious Lowcountry foods and live music. The festival’s most exclusive event, the Grand Tasting, takes place on March 13 in the Harbour Town Clubhouse. For a set price, attendees can experience an array of expensive awardwinning wines and light hors d’oeuvres overlooking the famed Harbour Town Golf Links. On Saturday, March 14, more than 250 wines from across the world are featured during the Public Tasting held from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. around the Yacht Basin. One of the largest outdoor tented wine tastings on the East Coast, WineFest includes the Bartenders Challenge sponsored by Blue Chair Bay Rum, the Sysco Outdoor Gourmet Challenge, the Waiter’s Race and a Silent Auction to benefit the organization’s scholarship fund. A VIP Lounge is located on top of the Harbour Town Yacht Club with a special wine selection and catered hors d’oeuvres. Throughout the week, local restaurants and universities host a series of chef dinners and wine education seminars. The Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival wraps up on Sunday with the Beachside Brunch & Bubbles sponsored by Domaine Ste. Michelle Sparkling Wine at the Sea Pines Beach Club. Purchase tickets for the 2020 Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival online at hiltonheadwineandfood.com.

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Hilton Head Island St. Patrick’s Day Parade Everyone is Irish during the Hilton Head Island St. Patrick’s Day Parade! The first parade took place on a whim in 1983 led by local businessman Tom Reilley and a few friends and family. Now South Carolina’s oldest St. Patrick’s Day Parade attracts more than 25,000 spectators to watch the floats, boats, trucks, cars, bikes, golf carts, marching bands, military units, horses, dogs and more make their way down Pope Avenue. All are welcome, so get your green on, arrive early to pick a spot on the parade route and celebrate all things Irish on Sunday, March 15 starting at 3 p.m. Sláinte! Visit hiltonheadireland.org for details.

Wingfest

Wings are the thing when the Island Rec. Center returns to Shelter Cove Community Park with its 24th Wingfest, March 20-21. Presented by Hargray, this weekend wing celebration begins with Wingfest Happy Hour on Friday night, an intimate gathering

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underneath the Shelter Cove Pavilion watching the sunset over Broad Creek with food catered by Orchid Paulmeier, local celebrity chef of One Hot Mama’s, and live music from select bands. Saturday is the competition showcasing more than 20 local restaurants and organizations contending for the People’s and Judge’s Wing King Awards, as well as a Wing Eating Contest, all accompanied by live music, kids’ activities and plenty of beverages to wash it all down. Last year’s People’s Choice winners included Coconutz, One Hot Mama’s and Howell Chase while the judges chose the wings from One Hot Mama’s, Southern Barrel and Giuseppi’s as the champions. Proceeds from Wingfest benefit The Carmines Family Recreation Scholarship Fund ensuring that no child is denied recreational opportunities. For event details and tickets, call (843) 681-7273 or visit hiltonheadwingfest.com.

Easter Eggstravaganza

The Easter Bunny arrives a day early at Shelter Cove Community Park for the Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 11 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Admission is free for this community Easter Egg Hunt for ages 2-12 hosted by the Island Rec. Center which also features concessions, bounce houses and other family-friendly entertainment for an additional fee. Pockets Full of Sunshine, a local non-profit employing adults with disabilities, helps the Easter Bunny fill the eggs. (843) 681-7273 or islandreccenter.org.

Music & Taste on the Harbour

A seasonal celebration of food, fun and music, Music & Taste on the Harbour kicks off on Thursday, March 26, at Shelter Cove Harbour and continues every Thursday night through mid-May. Dance the night away under the statue of Neptune to the sounds of the best local and regional bands while enjoying specially priced appetizers and beverages from select marina establishments. Although the band lineup was not finalized at press time, previous performers have included the soulful sounds of Deas Guyz, Target the Band, Stee & the Ear Candy, The Headliners and The Hilton Head Plantation Big Band. As always, admission and parking at Shelter Cove are free, but guests are asked to bring a canned good for The Deep Well Project, chairs and their dancing shoes. Music & Taste on the Harbour takes place on Thursdays 6-9 p.m. and all events are weather permitting. Details and a list of bands can be found on the Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina Facebook page.

Hilton Head Island Art Festival

A Memorial Day Weekend tradition, the Hilton Head Island Art Festival presented by Nash Gallery takes place around Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina, May 23-24. Discover a wide selection of American-made art, including pottery, glass, wood, jewelry, photography and more, rain or shine, in addition to the casual dining, live music and boutique shopping found at Shelter Cove Harbour. Admission is free and the Art Festival takes place rain or shine. For information call (843) 785-6424 or visit hiltonheadartfestival.com.

RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing

The biggest names on the PGA Tour return to the Harbour Town Golf Links in The Sea Pines Resort, April 13-19, for the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. Following on the heels of the Masters Tournament, the RBC Heritage has become a fan, player and sponsor favorite over its 52-year history thanks to its unique setting and family-friendly atmosphere. In 2019, C.T. Pan took home over $1.2 million, a trophy and the plaid jacket with his first Tour win at the RBC Heritage. The Opening Ceremonies kick off the annual event with Defending Champion C.T. Pan, Heritage Classic Foundation board members, volunteers and state dignitaries parading from the Liberty Oak around the Harbour Town Yacht Basin to the 18th green accompanied by the sounds of the Citadel’s Regimental Pipe Band at 10 a.m. In addition to great golf, children 15 and under are welcome to putt alongside the pros during Tuesday’s Coca-Cola Youth Day followed by a Family Movie on the Heritage Lawn at 4:30. “Get Your Plaid On” for the Plaid Nation Contests held on Saturday between 12-2 p.m. with the chance to win swag and tickets to the next year’s RBC Heritage. Before Sunday’s Final Round, head over to the Liberty Oak Stage for the Sunrise Service at 7:30 a.m. The trophy presentation takes place immediately following the close of play on Sunday. Tournament tickets are needed for all special events. Visit rbcheritage.com for details on various ticket packages. TASTEOFHILTONHEAD.COM

Farmers Markets

For those craving organic produce, sustainable meats, freshly baked goods, prepared foods, natural cleaning and bath products, supplements and local handcrafted merchandise, several area Farmers Markets have put down roots to serve the community. At the Coastal Discovery Museum, the Hilton Head Farmers Market takes place every Tuesday throughout the year from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Meet local farmers and vendors while checking out the selection of seasonal, locally-sourced produce, pasture-raised chicken, eggs, free-range rabbit, pork, seafood, salsas, fresh sausage, cookies, breads, coffee, health supplements, all-natural dog treats and more, and help rebuild the local food economy. (843) 689-6767 ext. 226 or coastaldiscovery.org. The Farmers Market at The Shops at Sea Pines Center is also held on Tuesdays, in season, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. In addition to vegetables, select purveyors offer kettle popcorn, gourmet cheeses, homemade cookies and breads, crafts, art, book signings, pulled pork sandwiches and more. For details, contact Lowcountry Produce at (843) 686-3003 or visit the Market’s Facebook page. On Wednesdays starting in May, the Village at Wexford is transformed into an outdoor Farmers Market showcasing homegrown “eats and treats” from dozens of vendors in a unique Lowcountry setting from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Visit villageatwexford. com/market or the shopping center’s Facebook page for information on the Farmers Market.

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The Art Market at Historic Honey Horn

Showcasing the work of 90 accomplished regional and national artists in a variety of media, The Art Market at Historic Honey Horn returns to the Coastal Discovery Museum, April 25-26. Spend the weekend strolling through artists’ booths under historic live oaks during the 18th annual juried fine art and craft festival which includes artist demonstrations and food and beverages available for purchase. The Art Market is open to the public on Saturday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. On Saturday, the Annual Herb Society of Hilton Head Sale opens at 10 a.m. with herb plants, French Market Soup Mix, curry, jellies, dill horseradish mix and many new products for sale. Held rain or shine, admission to The Art Market is $3 per person. For details, call (843) 689-6767 ext. 223 or visit coastaldiscovery.org.

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TASTE OF LUNCH

A LOWCOUNTRY BACKYARD

Located at 32 Palmetto Bay Road in the Village Exchange. Capture the true essence of the island while enjoying local and regional inspired cuisine featuring owner Dave and Raina Peck’s family recipes. Choose from Potato chip meatloaf, Charleston fried green tomato sandwich, shrimp & grits, Southern Belle salad and a wide selection of other lowcountry favorites. Dine in or outside in the comfortable backyard. Experience the island, love the food! Serving Lunch Monday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., and Dinner 4:30 - 9 p.m., Monday - Saturday and Brunch on Sunday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call (843) 785-YARD (9273) or visit us online at www.hhbackyard.com.

AMIGO’S CAFÉ Y CANTINA

AUNT CHILADAS EASY STREET CAFE

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Open seven days a week from 11:30 a.m. Kids menu available. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 785-7700 or visit auntchiladashhi.com. #auntchiladashhi.

BAD BISCUIT

Located at 19E Dunnagans Alley off Arrow Rd. The island’s newest breakfast spot features fresh handmade biscuits with a variety of toppings including sausage gravy and shrimp stew. Create a biscuit sandwich with egg, cheese, veggies, crab cakes and other offerings. Also serving homemade soups, salads, desserts, coffee and juices. For the adventurous appetite, try one of our delicious grit bowls. Open daily from 8 a.m. with breakfast served all day. Call (843) 785-2323 or check us out online at www.bad-biscuit.com.

BIG BAMBOO

Just steps from the beach, the Big Bamboo is located in Coligny Plaza on North Forest Beach Drive. Featuring fresh seafood, fish tacos, delicious salads and the build your own burgers, the Big Bamboo provides an all American menu in a laid back beach atmosphere. Thirsty? Try a famous margarita as you sit amongst the WWII memorablia and the Bamboo inspired island vibe. Full bar and kids menu available. Serving lunch Mon-Sat. 11.30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call (843) 686-3443.

BRITISH OPEN PUB

Located in The Village at Wexford and Sheridan Park in Bluffton. Authentic English fare served in attractive pub-style atmosphere with golf art, memorabilia, and the only bar by Titleist. Featuring our famous Fish n’ Chips or Sandwedges

like the Aberdeen Burger, Clubhouse Classic, Wexford Reuben, English Dip and Lobster Roll. Full bar and beers, ales, and stouts from around the world. Serving daily from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m., Brunch served Saturday 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Call Hilton Head (843) 686-6736 or Bluffton (843) 815-6736.

CAPTAIN WOODY’S

Located at 6 Target Road on Hilton Head and in Bluffton at the Calhoun Street Promenade. A local favorite for over 38 years! Unique Island Location highlights fresh seafood, daily specials, great signature sandwiches (Grouper melt & Po Boy’s) and more in one of Hilton Head’s favorite dining destinations. Fantastic outdoor deck and bar. Open daily from 11 a.m. until late. Call (843) 785-2400 or (843) 757-6222 or online at www. captainwoodys.com.

CAROLINA COFFEE & CRUMBS

Located at 101 Pope Avenue in historic Coligny Plaza just steps away from Coligny Beach. Hilton Head’s newest locally owned coffee shop serves homemade sweets as well as your favorite lunch items. Signature items will include paninis, wraps, chopped salads and homemade soups. Make sure to check out our daily specials as well as our homemade desserts. Dine inside or outside on our terrace. Open from 7 a.m. Call (843) 342-4800 for more information.

CAROLINA CRAB COMPANY

Located in Palmetto Bay Marina, just off Helmsman Way. With a pet-friendly patio as well as indoor dining, Carolina Crab Company offers an array of fresh seafood, burgers, crab legs, Lowcountry boil and daily Chef specials. Open seven days a week from 11:30 a.m. Happy hour from 4 - 7 p.m. at the bars. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 842-2016 for reservations or visit carolinacrabco.com. #carolinacrabco.

CHARLIE’S L’ETOILE VERTE

Located at 8 New Orleans Rd., just off Hwy. 278. Casual dining at its best. One-of-a kind Cobb salad piled high with crispy bacon, turkey and cheese, dressed with Essie’s homemade sweet tomato vinaigrette that has kept the locals hooked for more than 30 years. Fish Cakes, Sauteed Flounder and an array of salads for anyone on the run. Dine-in or Take-out. Open for lunch Monday thru Friday from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m., and dinner Monday thru Saturday from 5 p.m. Call (843) 785-9277 or check us out online at www.charliesgreenstar.com.

THE CRAZY CRAB

Two great waterfront locations- South end in the heart of Harbour Town in Sea Pines and North end Hwy. 278 overlooking Jarvis Creek.The “Islander’s place for fresh seafood for over 30 years,” The Crazy Crab restaurants are a must-visit for those enjoying all Hilton Head has to offer. Fresh local seafood is prepared any way you wish – broiled, fried, steamed, blackened, etc. Gluten free and vegan TASTEOFHILTONHEAD.COM

options also available. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. See the largest salt-water aquarium on Hilton Head (Hwy. 278 location). A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 363-2722 (Harbour Town), (843) 681-5021 (Jarvis Creek) or visit thecrazycrab.com. #crazycrabhhi.

DELISHEEYO

Located at 32 Palmetto Bay Rd. in The Village Exchange. The Island’s health food kitchen features organic juices, smoothees, salads, wraps, bowls and healthy snacks. Offering food that makes you feel good, choose from raw, vegan or gluten free options. Open Monday thru Saturday from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m., and Sunday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Call (843) 785-3633 or order online at www.delisheeyo.com.

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ELA’S ON THE WATER

Located at One Shelter Cove Lane. Featured in Bon Appetit and winner of numerous Open Table awards, Ela’s offers fresh catch seafood and prime cut steaks of the highest quality, all prepared by our culinary team of experts and complimented by an extensive boutique wine selection. Known for the best water views on the island, we have a casual intimate interior, wrap around dining patio exterior and nightly entertainment. Private parties, rehearsal dinners and special events welcome. Open for lunch Monday thru Friday, 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., Sunday Brunch from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. and dinner nightly from 5 p.m. Reservations recommended. Call (843) 785-3030 or online at ww.elasgrille.com.

FISHCAMP ON BROAD CREEK

Located at 11 Simmons Road, mid-island on Broad Creek. Fishcamp is Hilton Head’s favorite casual waterfront dining destination. Enjoy delicious seafood, steaks and more in a chic, backyard, fish camp style setting complete with corn hole, giant Jenga, Cannon Ball, fire pit and stunning sunset views. Choose from lunch selections such as a Surf ‘N Turf Burger, Shrimp & Polenta, or an Oyster Po’ Boy (just to name a few). Dine indoors, or enjoy the large, pet-friendly patio and bar while soaking in the view. Lunch from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily. Happy hour at the outdoor bar (heated on cool nights) and high-top tables from 4 - 6 p.m. daily. Bar menu available starting at 3 p.m., dinner service beginning at 4 p.m., bar open late. Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 842-2267 for reservations. View full menus at fishcamphhi.com. #fishcamphhi. 48

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FLATBREAD GRILL

THE FROSTY FROG CAFÉ

Located in Coligny Plaza. A comfortable, casual atmosphere offering a “web-footed lickin” menu and an enormous amount of frozen daiquiris by the glass or by the gallon. Outside seating with retractable roof, beach area and tiki bar. Black angus burger, crab cakes, pizza, prime rib sandwich, salads, subs, wraps, peel and eat shrimp, calamari, crab legs, shrimp dishes, ahi tuna, fish and shrimp tacos and of course fried frog legs. 28 HD TV’s for great sports viewing as well as a kid’s menu. Open for lunch and dinner daily from 11 a.m. Call (843) 686-FROG (3764) or online at www.frostyfrog.com.

GRINGO’S DINER

Located at 6 Lagoon Rd., near the beach in Coligny Plaza. This cozy and comfortable diner serves breakfast and lunch all day. The food and service makes for the perfect stop for visitors and locals alike. Enjoy contemporary American and Mexican food in a warm atmosphere with friendly service. Enjoy fantastic lunch selections like our yummy homemade burgers, sandwiches, B.L.T’s, hot dogs, fried baskets, awesome Philly cheesesteaks and famous hand cut French fries. Now serving cold beer. Dine inside or outside. Take out is available. Open daily from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Call (843) 785-5400.

HEALTHY HABIT

Located in Park Plaza just outside of Sea Pines Resort. Voted Hilton Head’s Best lunch, takeout, counter service and salads every year since 2017! This local favorite serves up award winning bowls, salads, wraps, smoothies, juices and more. Fast casual dining with a modern design offers inside and outside seating. Online ordering, catering and takeout are available. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. Call (843) 686-5600 or visit us online at HealthyHabitHHI.com.

HICKORY TAVERN

time with family and friends. Open 11am-Midnight 7 Days a Week. Call (843) 802-0010 for more details or visit us at www. thehickorytavern.com.

HINOKI JAPANESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR Located at 37 New Orleans Road in New Orleans Plaza. Enjoy traditional Japanese dishes such as grilled fish, chicken and steak, suki yaki, a variety of noodle dishes, tempura, daily specials, plus sushi and sashimi. The very extensive menu includes dozens of appetizers, several kinds of broiled fish, salads and over 20 entrees from which to choose. Three intimate dining rooms, a sushi bar and a cocktail lounge offers something for everyone. Early Bird specials and take-out available. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m., Monday thru Friday and dinner from 5:30 until 10 p.m., Monday thru Saturday. Call (843) 785-9800.

HUDSON’S SEAFOOD HOUSE ON THE DOCKS

Located on the Intracoastal Waterway off Squire Pope Rd. With 45 years of casual dining experience and spectacular views of the Intracoastal Waterway, Hudson’s is one of the Island’s most recognized landmarks. Featuring the freshest, local seafood in the area as well as pasta, steaks, chicken and more. Kids menu available. Featured in The Wall Street Journal, USA Today and Bon Appetit. Open daily at 11 a.m. Call (843) 681-2772.

KENNY B’S CAJUN SEAFOOD HUT

Located in Circle Center, just off Pope Avenue. Enjoy Creole cuisine with a Lowcountry influence. Find an appealing choice of Cajun fare such as Shrimp Etoufee, Crawfish Etoufee, Jambalaya, N’awlins Po Boy’s, Red Beans & Rice and authentic Gumbos. Great soups and salads, as well as a kid’s menu and take-out service available. Also, cold beer and awesome desserts. Open Monday from 11:30 a.m. until 9 p.m., Tuesday thru Saturday, 8:30 a.m. until 9 p.m. and Sunday, 8 a.m. until 9 p.m. Call (843) 785-3315.

LAND’S END TAVERN

MANGIAMO

Located at 2000 Main Street. A comfortable and cozy atmosphere featuring outstanding pizza, subs, salads and pasta. Beer and wine, kid’s menu, and daily specials offer something for everyone. Enjoy half price cheese pizza from 3 until 4 p.m. Dine inside, on the patio or take it to go. North Island delivery available. Your home away from home for The Ohio State Buckeyes. Open Sunday thru Thursday from 11 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Call (843) 682-2444.

MELLOW MUSHROOM

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Island Rd. in Bluffton. If you’re looking for a fun and lively place for the whole family, this is it. Specializing in great pizza and calzones, monumental hoagies and fresh salads all in a comfortable and casual setting. Kid friendly and affordably priced menu for both lunch and dinner. Over twenty-four beers on tap, fifty more by bottle and a full bar available. Dine inside or outside on the patio. Open daily from 11 a.m. Call (843) 686-2474 (HHI) or (843) 706-0800 (B-Town).

PALMETTO BAY SUNRISE CAFE

Located in Palmetto Bay Marina off Helmsman Way. Serving breakfast and lunch all day. Awesome sandwiches, burgers, salads, soups, chicken, seafood and daily blue plate specials in cozy and comfortable atmosphere. Beer, wine and liquor available as well as take-out and childrens menu. Eat inside or relax on the outside patio. “One of the Best Breakfasts on Hilton Head”, Southern Living magazine. Open Daily Monday thru Friday, 6 a.m.-2 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 6 a.m.-3 p.m. Call (843) 686-3232 for more information.

PIZZA COMPANY

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Enjoy crazy affordable prices and friendly service in a neat and coastal atmosphere. Open daily from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Call (843) 681-PIES (7437) or visit us online at www.yourpizzaco.com.

PLANTATION CAFÉ & DELI

Located South Island at 81 Pope Avenue in Heritage Plaza and North Island at Port Royal Plaza. An Island favorite since 1974. From soups and salads to sandwiches and Blue plate specials, we have something for everyone. Choose from a great selection of meats and sides and a wide array of salads, soups and sandwiches, all served at moderate prices. We promise you will not leave hungry. Beer and wine available. Open for lunch Monday thru Saturday at 11:30 a.m., and Sunday brunch from 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. Call (843) 785-9020 or (843) 342-4472.

REDFISH

Located at the Corner of Palmetto Bay Rd. and Archer Rd. Serving Innovative Cuisine in a unique and inviting atmosphere. Specializing in excellent seafood, steaks, salads and daily specials. Attached bar and retail wine shop with over 1,000 selections of fine wines. Outdoor seating available. Serving lunch Monday thru Saturday from 11:30 a.m. and dinner daily from 5 p.m. Call (843) 686-3388 or online at redfishofhiltonhead.com.

REILLEY’S GRILL & BAR

Located in Reilley’s Plaza, just off Sea Pines Circle. Serving up delicious steaks, seafood, pasta and sandwiches on Hilton Head Island for over 35 years. With a sophisticated warm ambiance, the family-friendly atmosphere will have your family dining with the Reilley family again and again. Dine indoors or outside on the deck. Enjoy daily lunch and dinner specials with family, or toasting to the good life with mimosas and Sunday brunch. Lunch and dinner served seven days a week from 11 a.m. Happy Hour from 4 until 7 p.m. Take-out and kids menus available. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 842-4414 or visit reilleyshiltonhead.com. #reilleyshhi.

REILLEY’S NORTH END PUB

Located in Port Royal Plaza. The sister restaurant of Reilley’s Grill & Bar (located on the south end), Reilley’s North End Pub has been serving up delicious steaks, seafood, pasta and sandwiches on Hilton Head for over 30 years. With a sophisticated warm ambiance, Reilley’s is reminiscent of a true Boston pub. Experience the family-friendly atmosphere for some local fun and Tuesday Trivia. Enjoy daily lunch and dinner specials with family, or toasting to the good life with mimosas and Sunday Brunch. Lunch and dinner served seven days a week. Happy hour daily from 4 until 7p.m. Take-out available. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 681-4153 or visit reilleysnorth.com. #reilleysnorth.

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THE SANDBAR

Located at 101 Pope Avenue in historic Coligny Plaza just steps away from Coligny Beach. The Sandbar always has something delicious cooking. With its beach inspired decor, comfortable seating and laid back atmosphere, they are serving up delicious food such as homemade burgers, amazing tacos, and tons of fresh seafood. The Sandbar is a great place for families and friends to enjoy the outdoor bar and patio and share amazing foods and drinks. Children will also feel welcome with their own menu and special children’s table. Call (843) 342SAND (7263) or visit us online at www.sandbarhhi.com. TASTEOFHILTONHEAD.COM

SANTA FE CAFÉ

Located at 807 William Hilton Parkway near the entrance to Palmetto Dunes. Our elegant yet casual, cozy atmosphere captures the spirit of New Mexico. Innovative southwestern cuisine featuring our Quesadilla Soup and Salad Trio, Santa Fe Salad, Fish Tacos, Steak Fajitas and many other great lunch selections. Excellent wine list, wide selection of imported beer and full bar. Take-out available. Open for lunch Monday thru Friday from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. and Dinner 7 nights a week from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Call (843) 785-3838 or santafehhi.com.

SEACREST TERRACE

Located at The Sonesta Resort in Shipyard Plantation at 130 Shipyard Drive. Seacrest Terrace is open year-round providing a full lunch menu that is an ideal place for a casual, comfortable meal with views of the resort grounds from patio and terrace seating. From Memorial Day to Labor Day come to Sonesta Resort and head to the beach with our oceanfront venue, Sandbar at Marker 72. Enjoy views of the ocean, live music, cool drinks and Lowcountry inspired food coming off the grill from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. each day (hours may vary depending on private event reservations, call the resort for details). Please call Heyward’s for more information at (843) 341-1850.

SKILLETS CAFE

Located just off the beach in Coligny Plaza. An excellent choice for the whole family since 1994. Wonderful selections including old-fashioned lunches, great sandwiches, burgers, jambalaya, fried seafood or our extensive salad bar. $10 lunches, Monday thru Friday only. Gluten Free menu as well as vegan dishes available. Full bar and wine list available. Kids menu and takeout. Dine inside or on the patio (Dog Friendly). Open daily from 7 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Call (843) 785-3131 or check us out online at www.skilletscafe.com.

STREET MEET

Located in Port Royal Plaza. An American style tavern, select from our $7 lunch menu, paleo bowls, or choose from popular items like our NY Hofmann hot dogs, butcher ground burgers, homemade black bean burgers, homemade Italian wedding soup or the island’s best fish and chips. Enjoy a cold beer or cocktail after a day at the beach in an atmosphere that welcomes the entire family (Penny a pound for kids on Saturday). Serving from 7 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Call (843) 8422570 or online at www.streetmeethhi.com.

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ISLAND WINERY Hilton Head Island

Dreams have a funny way of finding us, hatched in unlikely places as it did for Loren and Georgene Mortimer while traveling down the highway from their home in New Jersey to Hilton Head Island a cold February morning in 2005. The Low Country’s natural beauty captivated them, as Hilton Head’s warm and welcoming community presented a delightful contrast to the icy landscape they left behind. Loren and Georgene were determined to make Hilton Head their new home, the next leg of an adventure they began a quarter-century earlier. Loren and Georgene’s journey began in Upstate New York’s Finger Lakes wine region while they were students at Ithaca College during the 1980s. Together, they explored local wineries and vineyards. Along the way, they developed both a lifelong love for each other and for handcrafted wines. Their love—for one another and for artisan wine—only grew after they married, began careers, and raised their children. They maintained traditions from Georgene’s Italian-American family, making and sharing homemade wines. Perfecting their winemaking skills during those early years, they cherished a dream of owning their own winery someday. In the fall of 2000, Loren gave up his job as a video producer, and Georgene quit her job as an Environmental Scientist and launched Westfall Winery, in Montague, NJ. Westfall Winery soon became known for their award-winning red wine and unique fruit wine recipes. Because Westfall Winery was located on a farm not far from New York City, music festivals, picnics, food festivals and an annual Octoberfest were signature Westfall Winery events spanning the spring through fall seasons. However, winter’s arrival froze rhythms of winemaking. When the snows came, Loren and Georgene escaped to Hilton Head Island’s agreeable climate and relaxed Southern lifestyle. On that fateful day in the car, Loren and Georgene decided to take a gamble and open a small satellite winery on Hilton Head Island. Since the town’s zoning laws only allow wine manufacturing in remote areas, this begged the question: with the Island’s exquisite beaches and scenic golf courses, would anyone visit a small winery in Hilton Head’s manufacturing section? On January 1, 2006 Loren and Georgene would find out. They

put up a balloon and an “Open for Business” sign in front of a rented warehouse complex on Cardinal Road and launched Island Winery. As it turned out, visitors had no problem going “off the beaten-path” for an outstanding glass of wine. Island Winery imports fresh grapes from the world’s most renowned vineyards, handcrafting all wines in small batches. Italian-style wines are crafted from Sangiovese, Barbera and Nebbiolo grapes from vineyards in Amador County, California. Cabernet, Merlot and Rhone style wines are produced with grapes from California’s Suisun Valley. Malbec and Carmenere grapes are imported fresh from Chile. All red wines are oak-aged prior to their release. There white wines are favored for their food friendliness and crisp flavors. Island wines consistently wins local, regional, and national awards. Loren and Georgene display their love of the Low Country in all of their products. They invite local artists to design wine labels that capture the region’s distinctive beauty. They have a series of Low Country Specialty Wines. Peach on the Beach is made from Carolina peach juice and white wine, Elderberry Honey Wine is crafted from local honey and elderberry juice, blueberry and blackberry wines are made with fresh Carolina fruits. Georgene also created a Sherry Pepper Sauce, infused with habanero peppers and smoky chipotle peppers to enhance classic Low Country seafood dishes such as oyster stews, crab cakes, gumbos, and fried fish. After ten years of splitting their time between Westfall Winery and Island Winery, Loren and Georgene were ready to make Hilton Head their home. Several years ago, they sold Westfall Winery. They purchased the empty lot across the street from their winery on Cardinal Road to bring their dreams to life. They designed a new stand-alone winery building fashioned after their farm winery. In addition to their rustic tasting room, they now have plenty of outdoor space for activities and events. Their timing proved perfect. Thanks to Island Winery’s new neighbors—a brewery and a distillery—Cardinal Road has become “a grownup’s getaway” within a world-class vacation destination. Wonderful dreams can flow from a good glass of wine, coming true in the most surprising places!

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CALIBOGUE SHRIMP SALAD Courtesy of The Salty Dog Cafe

The salad that started it all. Since 1987 weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been blending this salad up with shrimp and spices, then mixed into a creamy masterpiece. Perfect served on top of a bed of lettuce or as a sandwich or wrap!

Shrimp Salad Ingredients 5 pounds medium peeled deveined shrimp 1/2 cup diced celery 1/2 cup diced yellow onion 2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar 3 cups mayo 3 tablespoons dill 1-2 teaspoons ground black pepper 1-2 teaspoons sugar 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions Old Bay Seasoning 54

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Instructions Cook the shrimp in boiled water seasoned with Old Bay, drain and cool in cold water to stop the cooking process. Mix the remaining ingredients thoroughly. Add in cooked shrimp. Feel free to adjust the seasoning to suit your personal tastes. Yields 12+ servings.

Find Your Tribe BY CHRISTY BARONI

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We are tribal creatures. Since the beginning of recorded history we humans have sought out companionship and sought out groups. We have formed tribes, chosen teams, forged factions, and built nations. We NEED a home team. We were created that way on purpose, designed to handle life together. This is easy when we were young. We had classmates, teammates, youth groups, and neighborhood playmates. Every new season gave us the chance to make new friends and meet new kids. But adulthood is so different. Many young professionals feel the disconnect when transitioning from college into the routine of adulthood. It can be isolating. People who had teammates all through school are now missing their outlet to compete, be active, and be part of a team. This innate need is also very real when it comes to forging and keeping wellness habits as well. That old quote “Show me your friends and I’ll show you your future” is 100% spot on. So if you find yourself wanting to change some habits so your that your food and fitness line up with your goals, take a look at the groups where you mingle. Finding new circles to participate in can be intimidating, but so worth it. Join a group class at a gym. This feels scary at first, but having a group of “regulars” can be life changing. Knowing that someone will miss you if you miss your class is a level of accountability found few places. We are so fortunate here on HIlton Head Island to have a plethora of quality gyms, trainers, and classes. There is one that is right for you! Join an online wellness group. For some, joining a gym is either cost prohibitive or time prohibitive. Busy lives, busy schedules, often leave us with smaller pockets of time to squeeze in a workout. I personally host new fitness challenge groups every month 100% online. Your workouts stream OnDemand right to your smart device, your accountability occurs online, and your meal plans and recipes are delivered to you. This can be a way to engage with a group of likeminded people who you may not physically run into in your normal daily routine. Let’s use social media and technology for good, shall we? Start your own wellness group. Changing habits can be isolating and overwhelming. But I’m willing to bet that if you are tackling a new recipe or trying out a new fitness class, there is at least one other person in your immediate circle also considering it. Also facing the same fears and challenges as you, and also wishing she wasn’t handling it alone. The best accountability of all is to lead a group. Start a recipe swap with your circle of friends, start a walking group a few mornings a week, post your workout online and see what

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happens. Your tribe will come out of the woodwork. If you are tackling new habits remember you are not alone. Your tribe is out there, ready to high five you, ready to see you succeed, ready to do life together. Christy Baroni is a Nutrition Specialist, certified small group fitness trainer, and a certified Personal Trainer. She is a military spouse, a mother of two, and is dedicated to helping people cultivate daily habits to build the body and life of their dreams. For more healthy living ideas or to create your own fitness and nutrition plan contact her today at 843-290-5803 or Christy@ThriveFitnessAndNutrition.com.

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TASTE OF BREAKFAST / BRUNCH A LOWCOUNTRY BACKYARD

Located at 32 Palmetto Bay Road in the Village Exchange. Capture the true essence of the island while enjoying local and regional inspired cuisine featuring owner Dave and Raina Peck’s family recipes. Choose from Uncle Bill’s biscuits and gravy, James Island crab cake benedict, Backyard benedict, Bananas Foster french toast and a wide selection of other lowcountry favorites. Dine in or outside in the comfortable backyard. Experience the island, love the food! Serving Lunch Monday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., and Dinner 4:30 - 9 p.m., Monday - Saturday and Brunch on Sunday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call (843) 785-YARD (9273) or visit us online at hhbackyard.com.

BAD BISCUIT

BRITISH OPEN PUB

Located in The Village at Wexford and Sheridan Park in Bluffton. Fabulous Brunch served in an authentic English style pub. Choose from Watson’s Steak & Eggs, Eggs Faldo (Benedict), Old Tom Morris Omelette, Pancakes, Cinnamon French Toast and more. Serving bottomless Mimosa’s and made from scratch Bloody Mary’s. Brunch served Saturday 11 a.m. - 2 p.m and Sunday 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Call Hilton Head (843) 686-6736 or Bluffton (843) 815-6736.

CAROLINA COFFEE & CRUMBS

Located at 101 Pope Avenue in historic Coligny Plaza just steps away from Coligny Beach. Hilton Head’s newest locally owned coffee shop serves fresh baked pastries as well as your favorite breakfast items. Our hand selected organic single origin coffee is roasted to perfection for the perfect cup every time. Omelets, bagels and breakfast sandwiches are staples on the menu everyday as well as featured homemade daily specials. All day coffee and breakfast from 7 a.m. Call (843) 342-4800 for more information.

CAPTAIN WOODY’S

Located at 6 Target Road on Hilton Head and in Bluffton on the Calhoun Street Promenade. Serving Sunday brunch featuring shrimp & grits, steak & eggs, crab cake benedict, prime rib benedict, French toast, omelettes and much more. Wash it all down with a Captain Woody’s Bloody Mary, May River Mimosa or Promenade Poinsetta. Open for brunch on Sunday’s only from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Call (843) 785-2400 or (843) 757-6222 or online at www.captainwoodys.com. 56

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DELISHEEYO

Located at 32 Palmetto Bay Rd. in The Village Exchange. The Island’s health food kitchen features organic juices, smoothees, salads, wraps, bowls and healthy snacks. Offering food that makes you feel good, choose from raw, vegan or gluten free options. Open Monday thru Saturday from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Call (843) 785-3633 or order online at www.delisheeyo.com.

ELA’S ON THE WATER

FISHCAMP ON BROAD CREEK

Located at 11 Simmons Road, mid-island on Broad Creek. Fishcamp is Hilton Head’s favorite casual waterfront dining destination. Enjoy delicious brunch, seafood, steaks and more in a chic, backyard, fish camp style setting complete with a cornhole, giant jenga, cannon ball, a fire pit and sunset views. Choose from brunch selections such as a Crab Cake Benedict, Chicken and Waffles or Fried Maine Lobster Hash (just to name

a few). Dine indoors, or enjoy the large, pet-friendly patio and bar while soaking in the view. Sunday Brunch from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Lunch daily from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Bar menu available starting at 3 p.m., dinner service beginning at 4 p.m., bar open late. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 842-2267 for reservations. View full menus at fishcamphhi.com. #fishcamphhi.

GRINGO’S DINER

Located at 6 Lagoon Rd., near the beach in Coligny Plaza. This cozy and comfortable diner serves breakfast and lunch all day. The food and service makes for the perfect stop for visitors and locals alike. Enjoy contemporary American and Mexican food in a warm atmosphere with friendly service. We offer tremendous pancakes, breakfast burritos and tacos, omelettes, chimichangas, and more. Now serving tasty mimosas. Dine inside or outside. Take out is available. Open daily from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Call (843) 785-5400.

HEALTHY HABIT

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. Call (843) 686-5600 or visit us online at HealthyHabitHHI.com.

HEYWARD’S

Located at The Sonesta Resort in Shipyard Plantation at 130 Shipyard Drive. Heyward’s Restaurant has become renowned for the famous Holiday Brunches that have wowed guests for years. Join us on Easter Sunday, Mother’s Day and Thanksgiving for an all-inclusive brunch with dozens of inspired dishes that highlight a Lowcountry Culinary experience. Heyward’s Restaurant also serves breakfast daily from 6:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. with an all you can eat breakfast buffet that is open later on Sundays with the breakfast going until 1 p.m. Please call Heyward’s for more information at (843) 341-1850.

HUDSON’S SEAFOOD HOUSE ON THE DOCKS

Located at 1 Hudson Rd. on the Intracoastal Waterway off Squire Pope Rd. Enjoy a wide variety of sweet and savory Lowcountry dishes complete with brunch cocktails and sweeping views of Port Royal Sound. Lots of seafood-focused menu items featuring extremely fresh and local products like Blue Crab Benedict, Cathead Biscuits and Gravy, Shrimp and Grits and many more. Serving Brunch every Sunday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Call (843) 681-2772 or online at www.hudsonsonthedocks.com.

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KENNY B’S CAJUN SEAFOOD HUT

Located in Circle Center, just off Pope Avenue. Enjoy Creole cuisine with a Lowcountry influence. Our Sunday brunch buffet features beignets, scrambled eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage, grits, fruit and a made-to-order omelette station with eggs benedict. For a sampling of our regular weekday menu, choose from french toast, crabcake benedict, Mississippi tall stack pancakes, café au lait, quiche and a creole omelette. Open Monday from 11:30 a.m. until 9 p.m., Tuesday thru Saturday, 8:30 a.m. until 9 p.m. and Sunday, 8 a.m until 9 p.m. Call (843) 785-3315.

LAND’S END

Located in Sea Pines at South Beach Marina overlooking beautiful Braddock’s Cove, Land’s End Tavern is one of the few Hilton Head Island restaurants with a spectacular, waterfront view. Complete with a broad selection of breakfast favorites, plus Lowcountry staples like Crab Cake Benedict and Shrimp and Grits. Land’s End Tavern is a casual atmosphere with a pirate theme that the whole family will enjoy. Open daily from 8 a.m. Call (843) 671-5456 for seasonal hours.

OLD FORT PUB

Located at 63 Skull Creek Drive on the Intra-coastal Waterway, Old Fort Pub, a Four Diamond restaurant provides the perfect setting for enjoying a spectacular Sunday Brunch. Served every Sunday from 11-2 p.m. Enjoy a wide variety of “New Southern” favorites inspired with influences from around the globe. Outdoor dining available. B’s Kitchen menu now available for take-out. Call (843) 681-2386 or visit OldFortPub. com for a complete menu or to make reservations.

PALMETTO BAY SUNRISE CAFE

Located in Palmetto Bay Marina off Helmsman Way. An Islander favorite for breakfast and brunch featuring eggs benedict, omelettes, french toast, pancakes, quiches, daily specials and more. Enjoy a bloody mary, mimosa, coffee or your favorite beverage while dining inside or on the patio. “One of the Best Breakfasts on Hilton Head”, Southern Living magazine. Open Daily Monday thru Friday, 6 a.m.-2 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 6 a.m.-3 p.m. Call (843) 686-3232 for more information.

PLANTATION CAFÉ & DELI

Located South Island at 81 Pope Avenue in Heritage Plaza and North Island at Port Royal Plaza. An Island favorite since 1974. Offering fresh breakfast items such as omelettes, crab cake benedicts, skillet dishes, pancakes, waffles, French toast, biscuits & gravy and much more, all at moderate prices. Also a wide variety of sides and beverages to complete any meal. Open for breakfast, Monday thru Saturday from 6:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. and Sunday 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. for breakfast and brunch. Call (843) 785-9020 or (843) 342-4472.

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REILLEY’S GRILL AND BAR

Located in Reilley’s Plaza, just off Sea Pines Circle. Serving up delicious steaks, seafood, pasta and sandwiches on Hilton Head Island for over 35 years. With a sophisticated warm ambiance, the family-friendly atmosphere will have your family dining with the Reilley family again and again. Dine indoors or outside on the deck. Enjoy nightly dinner specials with family, toasting to the good life with mimosas and Sunday brunch or lunch with friends on the patio. Lunch 11 a.m. Mon. - Sat. and dinner 5 p.m. served seven days a week. Brunch on Sundays 11 a.m. Happy Hour from 4 until 7 p.m. Take-out and kids menus available. Reservations accepted. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 842-4414 or visit reilleyshiltonhead.com. @reilleyshhi.

REILLEY’S NORTH END PUB

Located in Port Royal Plaza. The sister restaurant of Reilley’s Grill & Bar (located on the south end), Reilley’s North End Pub has been serving up delicious steaks, seafood, pasta and sandwiches on Hilton Head for over 30 years. With a sophisticated warm ambiance, Reilley’s is reminiscent of a true Boston pub. Experience the family-friendly atmosphere for some local fun and Tuesday Trivia. Enjoy nightly dinner specials with family, or toasting to the good life with mimosas and Sunday Brunch 11 a.m., or lunch with friends. Lunch and dinner served seven days a week. Happy hour daily from 4 until 7 p.m. Take-out available. Reservations accepted. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 681-4153 or visit reilleysnorth.com. #reilleysnorth.

SKILLETS CAFE

Located just off the beach in Coligny Plaza. A breakfast favorite of both visitors and islanders alike since 1994. Try one of our famous layered dishes prepared in a porcelain skillet. Also offering steak and eggs, pancakes, french toast, omelettes, eggs benedict, Belgian waffles and too many others to mention. Gluten Free menu as well as vegan dishes available. A wide beverage variety including fresh coffees, juices, bloody marys, and more. Dine inside or on the patio (Dog Friendly). Open daily from 7 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Call (843) 785-3131 or check us out online at www.skilletscafe.com.

SUNSET GRILLE

Located on the Intracoastal Waterway at Hilton Head Harbor, 43 Jenkins Rd. The Grille offers a casual fine dining experience with breathtaking sunset views. One of the best brunches on Hilton Head. Offering Linda’s deep dish-quiche, fried chicken & biscuits with bacon gravy, filet mignon over bleu cheese grits, crab cake benedict and many more island favorites. Voted one of the best bloody mary’s in the Southeast by Garden & Gun Magazine. An amazing brunch with an amazing view. Call (843) 689-6744 for reservations. Sunday Brunch is 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Online at www.sunsetgrillehhi.com.

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ZACH STEVENS BY TAYLOR KENT

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Upon speaking to Zach Stevens, one wouldn’t guess his true age: a mere 19. Upon hearing him play music, one might actually argue against it. With a rich voice encrusted with tones of old country-western, blues, and music well beyond his years, Zach Stevens doesn’t sound 19. He certainly doesn’t play guitar like it, either. As an artist, Zach has very quickly shown an immense amount of musical maturity and skill. Since graduating high school, Zach has learned to navigate the lowcountry music scene and successfully transitioned into a fulltime musician, playing regularly around Hilton Head and Bluffton. Zach credits his father as a big factor in influencing his music taste. Growing up on classics such as the Beatles and Bob Marley, Zach began to establish a sharp ear for music at an early age. He himself began to experiment with instruments at around age 14, starting with the bass. Inspired by his roommate, Ben Hughey, who played local restaurant gigs, Zach developed a desire to follow in his footsteps. Zach was 16 when he and Ben, along with two of their friends, Grayson and Davis Lentz, began playing out as a band. They called themselves Naytiv. The boys and their band were well-received, playing popular island venues such as Boathouse, Tiki Hut, and the Boardroom. At around age 17, Zach shifted his focus from bass to the guitar. From this point on, he was hooked. It was beginning to be clear to Zach that he wanted to use music as a career path. He dedicated the next year of his life to consistently practicing, and played for at least three hours each day. The more he practiced, the more he understood. Playing and working on his 60

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skill constantly, Zach was able to fully grasp all the elements of being a true guitar player. He started listening to more bands that improvised solos, such as the Grateful Dead, Eric Clapton, and Pink Floyd. To him, the world of music got a whole lot bigger. With the strings of a guitar resting under his calloused fingers, the possibilities of what could happen seemed endless. Zach played his first solo gig at Charbar in the summer of 2018. His setlist is an impressively wide variety of covers old and new. Since 2018, Zach’s music career has only expanded. He formed his own group, the Zach Stevens Trio, and often collaborates with Hilton Head favorites such as Matt Robbins, Jeremy Phipps, and Nate Douglas. Now, between playing out as a solo artist, with his trio group, and as Naytiv, a majority of Zach’s nights are filled with music. His favorite aspect of playing live is that it allows him to be completely present in the moment, an escape from the outer world. In the next five years, Zach plans to continue to grow as an artist and hopes to have released his own records and toured the region. Zach Stevens is a musician through and through. The distinct sound of his voice and guitar simply can’t be matched. Over the past year, I’ve watched him obtain a great amount of confidence as he gains trust in himself on stage. Zach is hardheaded, intelligent, dedicated, and unapologetically sure of himself. He is an excellent musician, and possesses all the traits of a real artist. I have no doubt that music will take him anywhere he wishes to go.

PUTTING THE BAR IN

BARBERSHOP Hilton Head’s newest speakeasy is a cut above. BY BARRY KAUFMAN

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The speakeasy is a uniquely American invention, and one of the greatest tributes to our national gift for invention. When the teetotaling masses got their way, launching the national nightmare of prohibition in 1920, it didn’t take long for America’s drinking class to get creative, shipping contraband booze in false-bottomed boats, stashing bottles in their boots (hence the term bootlegger) and finding ways to continue distilling in private. But the finest example of prohibition-era brilliance has to be the speakeasy. Tucked away in the backrooms of everything from laundromats to blacksmith shops, these members-only bars kept the drinks flowing throughout prohibition in flagrant contempt for the law of the land. The bravery to risk it all for a good time, and the ingenuity to stay one step ahead of the law, made legends out of their proprietors. Today, no such laws restrict our freedom to get together and knock back a few suds while watching the game. But there’s something about the danger and excitement of a speakeasy that adds to the enjoyment. Tucked away behind a nondescript bookshelf down a narrow hallway at the back of Joe’s Barber Shop, the devil-may-care attitude and ingenuity of the great American speakeasy lives on in a hard-drinking cigar-smoking atmosphere at Half-Cocked. Far from simply mimicking the styles of the classic speakeasy, Half-Cocked is legitimately semi-legitimate, with memberships to keep away prying eyes and a clandestine approach to keep things a little bit hush-hush. “The whole idea of this is to do things that no one else is doing,” said owner Joe Di Novo from behind the wide bar as construction was wrapping up on the speakeasy. “Rather than go out there and have a drink (in the barber shop), you come back here with a bunch of guys, you swear, you do whatever you want. It’s a speakeasy. It’s a speak heavily easy.” Di Novo, the owner both the barber shop and the speakeasy it conceals, has been pursuing the dream of opening his own speakeasy for five years. Prior to the conversion, the back room had served as storage for select pieces from his extensive collection of cars and motorcycles. “We’d been talking about doing this… but I had a 1955 Ford Pickup back here and I was like, ‘I’m never going to actually fix this up.’” The Ford was gifted to a friend, and the space was transformed. Through a partnership with Jack Daniel’s, Di Novo was able to procure cases of “dummy bottles,” produced for display only, which he converted into the eye-catching light fixtures above. Wood paneling everywhere exudes speakeasy style, and the roll-up garage door provides the only avenue for contact with the outside world. It’s as authentic an experience as

you can get without traveling back to the 20s. As a nod to the speakeasies of yore, Half-Cocked almost feels like it shouldn’t be legal. Anyone who has dealt with the town in opening a food and beverage operation knows that the red tape can be fairly restrictive, with a labyrinth of bureaucracy to navigate. So when you find out you’ll be allowed – and in fact encouraged – to smoke cigars at Half-Cocked, you have to ask if that’s legal. Rest assured, it is. “This is absolutely on the level. I don’t want your wife getting mad at you and calling the SLA saying this is an illegal spot,” said Di Novo. “If the police come, I’ll tell them, ‘When you get off, come back and have a drink.’” But as secretive as it sounds, rest assured Half-Cocked will be a place for everyone. “This is the most exclusive inclusive thing we have here, if that makes any sense,” said Di Novo with a laugh. Already, he’s invited some heavyweights from the area’s food and beverage world to join him in this latest endeavor. “We’re working with a lot of local people,” said Di Novo. As Half-Cocked is billed on paper as a coffee bar, daytime patrons will enjoy coldbrewed coffee from The Grind Roasters as well as a selection of pastries from French Bakery. When the evening rolls around, members will enjoy beer from River Dog Brewing Co. as well as wine and bar food (“But cooler bar food”) like Boar’s Head hot dogs and mozzarella squares served with raspberry marmalade. “It’s like the poor man’s brie,” said Di Novo. “It sounds crazy, but it’s a northern New York Thing… and it’s awesome, especially when you’re drinking.” If you want to join in on the scandalous fun, memberships Di Novo plans to sell memberships with 100 percent of the proceeds from dues going to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. “I do a lot of stuff for kids. This would be one more aspect of raising money for kids, for me,” he said. “Who wouldn’t pay a few bucks a year if the money goes to St. Jude’s?” To find out more visit crownandanchorbarber.com. TASTEOFHILTONHEAD.COM

SPRING IN BLUFFTON:

The Best Fests CULINARY CELEBRATIONS ABOUND AS THE WEATHER WARMS UP ALONG THE MAY RIVER. BY BARRY KAUFMAN PHOTO BY ROB KAUFMAN

While seasonality has long played an important role in the culinary arts, its interesting to see how the spirit of a town can change from season to season. Like the way oyster specials give way to sheepshead specials, the journey from winter to spring brings about a change in character that is markedly different, yet no less delicious, than its predecessor. That’s no different in Bluffton than it is anywhere else.

Taste of Bluffton ~ April 4 Billing itself as a “Southern Celebration of Food,” Taste of Bluffton began to come into its own just as the Bluffton restaurant scene was building its reputation. This simple street festival has given way over the years to a week-long bonanza of incredible food, shining the spotlight on the local chefs who are raising the town’s profile as a foodie destination. Details were still being finalized for the coming 7th iteration of Taste of Bluffton, but what has been revealed already is enticing, with plans for a Friday night party and whole hog roast being teased on the Taste of Bluffton Facebook page. That

Mayfest ~ May 9 Embracing the name everyone was calling it anyway, Mayfest has dropped the “Bluffton Village Festival” moniker and returns for its 42nd iteration with all the quirky, artistic fun and mouthwatering food that has made it an annual can’t-miss event. And while we’re here for the food, the pedigree of the event skews more toward the artistic and the crafty, with the annual festival falling on the last Saturday before Mother’s Day for anyone waiting until the last minute to buy a gift. This being Bluffton, things took a turn for the eccentric from there, with everything from an Ugly Dog Contest to live music building a festival atmosphere around all the gift shopping. But it was the food that truly made Mayfest what it is – the famed shrimp salad sandwiches prepared by the Church of the Cross quickly became the hot-ticket item, with some visitors 62

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In fact, it may be even more true here since “markedly different” is what Bluffton does best. Here along the banks of the May River, spring brings with it a pair of culinary festivals that celebrate the diversity of our area’s epicurean offerings. While the fall and winter months may be the sole providence of the oyster roast (and rightly so), it’s in spring we find out there’s so much more to the Lowcountry than the world’s tastiest bivalves. said, you can expect more of what has made past installments bigger and better with each year, like the Brews Under the Stars event and the Taste of Hampton Lake event, which saw local chefs preparing meals in private home kitchens to benefit local charities. Naturally, the event will serve as an anchor for Bluffton Restaurant Week, where local restaurants offer mouth-watering prix fixe menus for a special price. But the main event will be the street festival, in which Calhoun Street becomes the world’s largest open kitchen, serving up the many flavors of the south. From fresh local shrimp, crabs and fish to slow-roasted barbecue and Lowcountry Boil, there will be enough options lining Calhoun Street for you to forget all about oyster season. At least until next year. coming solely to sample their savory goodness. Adding to this legend were food vendors of every stripe, gleefully dancing across culinary traditions from southern soul food to carnival fare and seafood. And at Mayfest, eating isn’t just for recreation. It’s serious business. The pie eating contest is consistently a huge draw, with contestants lining up, slipping on protective trash bags, and chowing down on their way to glory. Recent years have seen the younger eaters get their own event, with the doughnut eating contest dangling sugary goodies in front of kids hungry for victory. It may be a celebration of Bluffton’s quirky, eccentric history. It may be an open-air gallery walk among the inspired artists who have made the Lowcountry such a colorful place to call home. It may be your last chance to get Mom the perfect gift. But foodies know that Mayfest is above all else a celebration of Southern flavors amid a party atmosphere.

Local Seafood, Closer than Ever A 75-year legacy of fresh fish sets up shop in Bluffton. BY BARRY KAUFMAN

There’s a fresh face in Bluffton’s local restaurant scene, but it isn’t an eatery and, to be honest, it’s more familiar than you might think. The all-new 4,050-square-foot facility on Red Cedar Street might be a new sight on the drive into Old Town, but the name behind it has decades of local fame. And odds are good you’ve already eaten some of their famous wares. The Russo family has been providing fresh, local seafood to the Savannah area for nearly 75 years, gradually extending their empire north to our shores. Beyond their Hostess City clients, Russo’s has provided fish for local restaurants including Charlie’s L’Etoile Verte, ELA’s On the Water, The Lucky Rooster Kitchen and Bar, Nunzio’s Restaurant + Bar, Red Fish, The Cottage Café, The Pearl Kitchen & Bar and many more. But what they didn’t have was a true brick-and-mortar local presence. That all changed this past summer with the opening of Russo’s Fresh Seafood Bluffton. Initially serving as a processing and wholesale market, this venture represents an independent entity from Russo’s Seafood in Savannah, but is immersed in the family’s culture thanks to third-generation fishmonger Charles Russo III at the helm. With the new Bluffton facility, Russo will continue the relationships his family has built with fishermen from Florida to Virginia, while at the same time establishing new relationships with area restaurants always hungry for fresh local seafood. And this isn’t just about the convenience of reaching the local fishermen and restaurateurs that have been the Russo family’s lifeblood for decades. The new facility will eventually provide a new avenue for seafood-savvy foodies. According to Russo, he plans to begin offering retail seafood starting sometime this summer, so stay tuned. To learn more, visit russosfreshseafood.com.

What’s in Season Warmer weather brings a fresh catch to our shores and our plates. While many of the fish that fill Lowcountry menus area available year-round, the warmer months will bring with it a fresh bounty to harvest from her waves. With oyster season firmly behind us, we delve into some of the other delicious treasures that have made our area famous. It’s a bit early yet for shrimping season, but anglers can still begin trawling for roe shrimp in May or June, then brown shrimp June through August. Hauls are largely dependent on the weather, and with a mild winter behind us expect big things from this year’s shrimping season. You can read elsewhere in this issue about soft shell crab season, which starts in spring, but one effect of the blue crab molting season is that red fish become hyper focused on these delicious morsels, making them easier to catch as their schools break up. For fish, one big species becomes prominent on local menus starting around this time of year: sheepshead. These goofy-looking fish head out to deeper waters in the winter to spawn, but as the mercury rises they begin making their way inshore, and commercial fishermen pick them up by the score on some of the artificial reefs just off-shore.

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CHOW DADDY’S

CAPTAIN WOODY’S

MAY RIVER GRILL

Located in Sheridan Park in Bluffton and The Village at Wexford. Authentic English fare served in attractive pub-style atmosphere with golf art, memorabilia, and the only bar by Titleist. Featuring our famous Fish n’ Chips or Sandwedges like the Aberdeen Burger, Clubhouse Classic, Wexford Reuben, English Dip and Lobster Roll. Full bar and beers, ales, and stouts from around the world. Serving breakfast from 8 a.m. until 11 am., Monday - Friday. Lunch and Dinner daily from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m., and Brunch Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Happy Hour from 4 until 7 p.m. daily at the bar only. Call Hilton Head (843) 686-6736 or Bluffton (843) 8156736.

Located at the Calhoun Street Promenade. Visit Old Town Bluffton and enjoy great seafood in a casual and fun atmosphere. Serving a wide variety of fresh seafood, great signature sandwiches (Grouper melt and Po Boy’s), soups and salads all at affordable prices. Dine inside or out or enjoy the rooftop bar. Serving lunch and dinner Sunday thru Thursday from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. and Sunday Brunch from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Call (843) 757-6222 or visit us online at www.captainwoodys.com.

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Located at 1263 May River Rd. in old town Bluffton. Voted best of Bluffton for eight straight years, this intimate restaurant features excellent food, great décor and quality service. Our extensive menu offers 20 different entrees, daily specials, locally caught seafood, walleye, lake Erie perch, and hand picked vegetables. Fantastic wine selections as well as an early bird menu available Monday thru Friday. Open Monday thru Saturday, from 5 until 9 p.m. Call (843) 757-5755 for reservations or online at www.mayrivergrill.com.

MELLOW MUSHROOM

OLD TOWN DISPENSARY

Located right off of Calhoun Street, in the heart of historic, downtown Bluffton. Delicious food, cold drinks, and a great atmosphere make this place a locals favorite! Dine inside or sit outside and enjoy live music under the stage. Open daily from 11 a.m. - 2 a.m. Happy Hour is offered seven days a week from 4-7 p.m., and Sunday Brunch is served from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Visit otdbluffton.com for more information, or call (843) 837-1893.

THE PEARL KITCHEN & BAR

Located at 55 Calhoun Street in the historic art district of Bluffton. The Pearl brings a fresh approach to dining focusing on a complete sensory experience offering fresh “clean eating”. Contemporary food preparations utilizing the best fresh catch seafood, certified steaks and local produce available. Live music Thursday thru Sunday. Lunch Thursday thru Saturday. Open for dinner daily at 5 p.m. Reservations recommended, call (843) 757-5511.

POUR RICHARD’S

Located at 4376 Bluffton Parkway. Creative food and wine are just a few things that keep people coming back for more! Known for their daily seasonal specials, the menu also features a variety of small plates, seafood and wood fired pizzettas. Reserve a table or dine at the bar where the friendly staff knows how to make you feel right at home. Open for dinner Monday thru Saturday from 5:30 until 10 p.m. Call (843) 757-1999 or online at www.pourrichardsbluffton.com.

TRUFFLES CAFE

Located in Sea Pines Center and Belfair Towne Village in Bluffton. Enjoying our 36th year of offering casual upscale dining in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Our menu features fresh seafood, Black Angus steaks, baby back ribs, homemade soups, fresh and flavorful entree salads, house ground burgers, delicious pasta, and amazing homemade desserts. Outside seating is available at both locations. Full bar and fine wines by the glass or bottle. Private dining available for 6 to 100 people. Serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week from 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. Call (843) 671-6136 (Sea Pines) or (843) 815-5551 (Bluffton) or go to www.trufflescafe.com to make reservations.

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Located at 101 Pope Avenue in historic Coligny Plaza just steps away from Coligny Beach. Hilton Head’s newest locally owned coffee shop serves homemade desserts, pastries and all of your favorite treats. Come join us on our patio for Bloody Mary’s, Bellini’s and boozy coffee cocktails. Open daily from 7 a.m. Call (843) 342-4800 for more information.

DELISHEEYO

Located at 32 Palmetto Bay Rd. in The Village Exchange. The Island’s health food kitchen features organic juices, smoothees, salads, wraps, bowls and healthy snacks. Offering food that makes you feel good, choose from raw, vegan or gluten free options. Open Monday thru Saturday from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m., Sunday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Call (843) 7853633 or online at www.delisheeyo.com.

ISLAND FUDGE SHOPPE

Located in Coligny Plaza. The best homemade confections anywhere. Offering16 flavors of fudge made fresh daily, 8 flavors of saltwater taffy and a large variety of hand dipped chocolates sure to please even the sweetest tooth. Gift baskets and shipping available. Locally owned and operated. Senior citizens receive a 10% off discount. Call (843) 842-4280 for more information or check us out online at www.islandfudge.com.

PIGGLY WIGGLY

Located at 1 North Forest Beach in Coligny Plaza, near the beach. A full service grocery offering fresh seafood, full deli, beach accessories, beer, wine and our famous Piggly Wiggly T-shirts. Locally owned and operated for over forty years. Call (843) 785-3881 or online at www.pigglywigglycoligny.com.

RITA’S ITALIAN ICE

Celebrating our 24th year on Hilton Head. Featuring real soft serve custard and Italian Ices made fresh daily on premise with real fruit. Cool off with Rita’s Famous Gelati, an amazing combination of Italian Ice and Frozen Custard layered to perfection. If it’s just old-fashioned Frozen Custard you want, we have Vanilla, Chocolate or Twist available on a cone, in a shake, in a sundae or our Blendini. And you can’t beat the heat better that with our frozen Lemonades. Located Oceanside at Coligny Plaza. Call (843) 341-5587.

TOBACCO ROAD

Located at 119 Arrow Road, Suite B. An impressive array of cigars, perfect humidification and a well trained staff will meet all your needs. Hilton Head’s oldest smoke shop has catered to locals and tourists alike for over ten years. Offering a complete selection of fine cigars, domestic and imported cigarettes, and a comfortable smoking lounge in which to enjoy them. Open Monday thru Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Call (843) 341-6265 or online at www.hiltonheadcigars.com. 66

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DELISHEEYO Menu pg. 10 American/Health • B/L (843) 785-3633

REDFISH Menu pg. 32 Seafood • L/D/N (843) 686-3388

AMIGO’S CAFÉ Y CANTINA Menu pg. 27 Mexican • L/D (843) 785-TACO (8226)

THE DRYDOCK SEAFOOD GRILL & SPIRITS Menu pg. 16 American/Seafood • L/D/N (843) 842-9775

REILLEY’S GRILL & BAR Menu pg. 18 American/Seafood • BR/L/D/N (843) 842-4414

AUNT CHILADAS EASY STREET CAFE Menu pg. 26 Mexican • L/D/N (843) 785-7700

ELA’S ON THE WATER Menu pg. 36 Seafood • BR/L/D/N (843) 785-3030

REILLEY’S NORTH END PUB Menu pg. 19 American/Seafood • BR/L/D/N (843) 681-4153

THE BIG BAMBOO Menu pg. 15 American/Seafood • L/D/N (843) 686-3443

FISHCAMP ON BROAD CREEK Menu pg. 30 Seafood • BR/L/D/N (843) 842-CAMP (2267)

ROCKFISH SEAFOOD & STEAKS @BOMBORAS Menu pg. 13 American/Seafood • D/N (843) 689-2662

BRITISH OPEN PUB Menu pg. 8 American/British • BR/L/D/N (843) 686-6736 or (843) 815-6736

THE FROSTY FROG CAFÉ Menu pg. 3 American • L/D/N (843) 686-FROG (3764)

THE SANDBAR Menu pg. 21 Caribbean/American • L/D/N (843) 342-SAND (7263)

CAPTAIN WOODY’S Menu pg. 35 Seafood • BR/L/D/N (843) 785-2400 or (843) 757-6222

HUDSON’S SEAFOOD HOUSE ON THE DOCKS Menu pg. 33 Seafood • BR/L/D/N (843) 681-2772

SANTA FE CAFÉ Menu pg. 38 Southwestern • L/D/N (843) 785-3838

CAROLINA CRAB COMPANY Menu pg. 29 Seafood • L/D/N (843) 842-2016

KENNY B’S CAJUN SEAFOOD HUT Menu pg. 9 American/Cajun • B/BR/L/D (843) 785-3315

SKILLETS CAFE Menu pg. 12 American/Seafood • B/L/D (843) 785-3131

CATCH 22 Menu pg. 11 American/Seafood • D/N (843) 785-6261

MICHAEL ANTHONY’S Menu pg. 23 Italian • D/N (843) 785-6272

STEAMER SOUTHERN SEAFOOD Menu pg. 37 Seafood • BR/D/N (843) 785-2070

CHARLIE’S L’ETOILE VERTE Menu pg. 17 American/Seafood • L/D/N (843) 785-9277

MIDICI ITALIAN KITCHEN Menu pg. 24 Italian • L/D/N (843) 842-7999

STELLINI ITALIAN RESTAURANT Menu pg. 22 Italian • D (843) 785-7006

CHOW DADDY’S Menu pg. 5 American • L/D/N (843) 842-CHOW (2469) or (843) 757-CHOW (2469)

NUNZIO RESTAURANT + BAR Menu pg. 25 Italian • D/N (843) 715-2172

STREET MEET Menu pg. 6 American • L/D/N (843) 842-2570

CQ’S/OLD FORT PUB Menu pg. 14 American/Seafood • BR/D CQ’s (843) 671-2779 • OFP (843) 681-2386

THE OLD OYSTER FACTORY Menu pg. 31 Seafood • L/D/N (843) 681-6040

SUNSET GRILLE Menu pg. 34 Seafood • BR/L/D (843) 689-6744

CRANE’S TAVERN STEAKHOUSE & SEAFOOD Menu pg. 39 Steak/Seafood • D/N (843) 341-2333

PALMETTO BAY SUNRISE CAFE Menu pg. 7 American/Breakfast • B/L (843) 686-3232

TRUFFLES CAFE Menu pg. 4 American • BR/L/D/N (843) 671-6136 or (843) 815-5551

THE CRAZY CRAB Menu pg. 28 Seafood • L/D/N (843) 363-2722 or (843) 681-5021

THE PEARL KITCHEN & BAR Menu pg. 40 Seafood • L/D (843) 757-5511

MENU GUIDE COVER Delicious coffee and comfort food from Carolina Coffee and Crumbs Photography by Rob Kaufman.

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breakfast all day eggs benedict

a Sampling of our Menu

We start with two poached eggs on a toasted English muffin topped with homemade hollandaise, served with hash browns or grits

City Ham the Crab Cake…$14.99 Smoked Salmon…$14.99 Sun Rise Benedict with avocado, grilled original…$11.99

red onion and sliced tomatoes…$13.99

Shrimp and

Spinach…$14.99

French Toast Texas toast with cinnamon

sugar and vanilla – served with choice of bacon or sausage patties/links…$7.99

Quiche It takes a real man to eat quiche… and a really big man to laugh at him for doing it. Recipe changes; so ask your server what’s in the “du jour” today – served with hash browns or grits…$11.99 Strata It’s a layered egg, sausage, onion and cheese baked dish with our own chili sauce – served with hash browns or grits…$11.99

classics

eggs and more eggs

cheese, capers, onions, cornichons and a toasted bagel…$11.99

The Incredible Edible and…Two eggs

Smoked Salmon Served with cream Biscuits and Gravy Homemade and topped with sausage gravy…$7.50

Pancakes Served with choice of bacon

or sausage patties/links…$7.99

Hamptons Brunch Two eggs any style with NY strip and sliced tomatoes…$16.99

Shrimp Hash Sautéed shrimp, peppers, onions, broccoli with hash browns, topped with two eggs and hollandaise…$14.99 Create an Omelet A three egg omelet

served with hash browns or grits and choice of toast. Prepared with your choice of three ingredients: ham, bacon, sausage, tomatoes, jalapeños, onions, mushrooms, bell peppers, spinach, American, cheddar or Swiss…$11.99

Low Carb Scram Scrambled eggs cooked to order served with hash browns with ham, cheddar, onions, peppers, or grits, choice of toast and a mushrooms served with side of bacon New York strip…$16.99 or sausage patties/links…$9.99 Handmade crab cake…$14.99 $ Fried frog legs… 10.99 Bone in city ham steak…$12.99 Ask about our daily blue plate special

let’s do lunch

Black Bean Burger Pan fried with cheddar, homemade salsa and guacamole…$8.99

Veggie Tomato, lettuce, sprouts, avocado,

havarti dill with roasted garlic aioli…$10.99

Tuna Melt Albacore tuna salad with tomato and cheddar on toasted English muffin…$9.99

Breakfast Burrito Scrambled eggs, sausage, peppers, onions and cheddar wrapped in a flour tortilla with homemade salsa and hash browns or grits…$9.99

Egg Salad Melt Egg salad with a touch of

horseradish topped with bacon and melted Swiss on a toasted English muffin…$8.99

Turkey With avocado, sprouts, cucumber and mayo on your choice of bread…$11.99 Leslie Burger Topped with green olives, cream cheese, bacon and mayo…$10.99 Chicken Wrap Tortilla with grilled chicken,

Swiss and roasted red peppers…$10.99

Grilled Chicken Club With lettuce, tomato, bacon and cheddar on a bun…$10.99

Crab Cake On a bun with lettuce, tomato, onion and side of tartar…$14.99

Shrimp Scampi Grilled garlic shrimp,

melted asiago on open faced roll…$14.99

Ham ’n Cheese Grilled ham with cheese

and tomatoes and choice of bread…$9.99

now open 7 days a week

Potato Crusted Flounder Served atop a

chive horseradish cream served with saffron rice and green beans…$14.99

New York Strip Hand cut strip served with crinkle cut fries and green beans…$16.99 Shrimp Provençal Shrimp sautéed with tomatoes, garlic, mushrooms and white wine served with green beans and salad on plate…$14.99 Southwest Chicken Grilled chicken breast

with homemade salsa and melted cheddar with green beans and salad on plate…$12.99

Chicken Fingers Served with crinkle cut fries and honey mustard dressing…$7.99 Tiny Chopped Salad With cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, sunflower seeds, radishes, bacon bits, tossed with choice of dressing…$7.50 with chicken…$11.99 with shrimp or crab cake…$13.99 Caesars As you know it…$6.50

et tu chicken…$11.99 et tu shrimp or crab cake…$13.99

breakfast and lunch served all day

Full Bar • Palmetto Bay Marina • 6 am-2 pm Mon-Fri • 6 am-3 pm Sat-Sun • 843.686.3232 Menu Items and Prices are subject to change.

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BRITISH OPEN PUB SOME SELECTIONS FROM OUR BRUNCH, LUNCH & DINNER MENU

FEATURING GUINESS, SMITHWICKS, BASS, NEW CASTLE, MAGNERS CIDER, BODDINGTONS, STELLA ARTOIS & YUENGLING

SATURDAY & SUNDAY BRUNCH

SATURDAY BRUNCH ~ 11 AM TO 2 PM SUNDAY BRUNCH ~ 9 AM TO 2 PM ENDLESS MIMOSA $5.00 ENDLESS BLOODY MARY $8.00 WATSON’S STEAK AND EGGS 5 OZ. ~ 13.00 10 OZ. ~ 17.00 EGGS FALDO (BENEDICT) 10.00 SMOKED SALMON BENEDICT 14.00 CALIFORNIA BENEDICT 11.00 CLUBHOUSE CLASSIC 8.00 PANCAKES 8.00 OLD TOM MORRIS OMELET 9.50 SEVE’S OMELET 9.50 SOUTHWESTERN OMELET 10.00 FRENCHIEST TOAST 9.00 HAZEL’S BREAKFAST BURGER 14.00 BELGIUM WAFFLE 9.50

SANDWEDGES

CHEF’S CATCH 13.00 Pan seared or lightly dusted cod. ABERDEEN BURGER 12.00 8-oz. of 100% Certified Angus Beef ENGLISH DIP SANDWEDGE 13.00 Thinly sliced Certified Angus Beef GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWEDGE 12.00 Grilled chicken breast topped with sliced grilled portabella mushrooms, tomato and Havarti cheese. GRILLED VEGETABLE SANDWEDGE 10.00 WEXFORD REUBEN 10.00 Piled high with corned beef or turkey, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and 1000 Island dressing, on rye bread. LOBSTER ROLL 16.00 Chunks of lobster, zesty remoulade, on toasted baguette.

FROM THE GREEN

HOUSE SALAD SM. 3.50 / LG. 6.00 Fresh spring mix, English cukes, tomatoes, and grated Cheddar. SEVE’S MEDITERRANEAN 9.00 Fresh Romaine, mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, Kalamata olives, Feta cheese served with balsamic vinaigrette.With: Grilled Chicken ~ 13.00 Certified Angus Beef Sirloin * ~ 16.00 Grilled Shrimp ~ 15.00 Grilled Salmon * ~ 16.00

SARAZEN’S VEGGIE SALAD 12.00 Portabella mushroom, zucchini, squash and red pepper, marinated in balsamic vinaigrette, grilled and fanned over salad greens, cukes, tomatoes and shredded Parmesan. COBB SALAD 13.00 Fresh Romaine, diced chicken, avocado, tomatoes, crumbled blue cheese, bacon bits and cheddar cheese. Your choice of dressing. PUB’S LOBSTER SALAD 17.00 Fresh Romaine and spring mix, chunks of Lobster salad in a zesty remoulade, sliced avocado and topped with bacon and tomatoes. Served with balsamic vinaigrette. HOGAN’S BLACK & BLUE 16.00 Certified Angus BeefTM sirloin, rubbed in Cajun seasoning, then grilled and sliced over salad greens, tomatoes and cucumbers, topped with crumbled bleu cheese. Served with balsamic vinaigrette. With: Cajun Chicken ~13.00 Grilled Cajun Shrimp ~15.00 Grilled Cajun Salmon * ~16.00

CAESAR SALAD Fresh Romaine, Parmesan cheese, homemade croutons, and Caesar dressing. With: Grilled Chicken ~ 13.00 Grilled Shrimp ~ 15.00 Grilled Salmon * ~ 16.00

6.50

TRADITIONAL BRITISH FARE CARNOUSTIE’S CHICKEN POT PIE 14.00 Tender breast meat, peas, carrots and celery in a white cream sauce covered with golden flaky puff pastry, served with side salad. ROYAL BIRKDALE’S STEAK & MUSHROOM PIE 16.00 Angus BeefTM tenderloin tips and mushrooms simmered in natural gravy, over puff pastry, served with homemade mashed potatoes, gravy, and peas and carrots. ROYAL LIVERPOOL’S LIVER, BACON & ONIONS SM. ~ 13.00 Sautéed calves’ liver with bacon and onions, served with homemade mashed potatoes, LG. ~ 17.00 gravy, peas and carrots. TROON’S BANGERS & MASH 14.00 Traditional British sausage (3) topped with grilled peppers and onions. Served with homemade mashed potatoes, gravy, and baked beans. ROYAL LYTHAM BEEF COTTAGE PIE 14.00 Sautéed seasoned Certified Angus ground beef, peas and carrots topped with mashed potatoes and melted Cheddar cheese, served with sided salad and freshly baked bread. ST. ANDREWS FISH & CHIPS 16.00 The Best “This Side of the Pond.”The Signature Dish at the British Open. 9 oz. fresh cod loins dipped in lager batter then fried golden brown. Served with crispy chips and made-fresh-daily coleslaw and tartar sauce. St. Andrews 9 oz. portion with 3 Shrimp ~18.00 TURNBERRY SHRIMP AND CHIPS 18.00 Fresh shrimp dipped in lager batter then deep fried golden brown. Served with crispy chips and coleslaw.

THE PRESTWICK TABLE DINNER SPECIALS

Available from 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 25.00 CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEFTM STRIP 12 oz. center cut New York strip, seasoned and grilled. CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF® RIB EYE 25.00 12 oz. center cut rib eye, seasoned and grilled to perfection. CHOPPED SIRLOIN 15.00 10 oz. Certified Angus Beef ™ chopped sirloin, topped with mushroom onion gravy. MUM’S MEATLOAF 16.00 A hearty cut of our homemade certified Angus ground beef and veal meatloaf, seasoned and topped with caramelized onion gravy. BABY BACK BBQ RIBS FULL RACK ~ 24.00 HALF RACK ~ 16.00 Our award-winning rack of tender BBQ Baby Back Ribs. BOP’S PUB STEAK 19.00 9 oz. Certified Angus Beef ™ center cut sirloin, seasoned and grilled to your liking. SEAFOOD PLATTER 22.00 Fresh New England cod loin, large sea scallops and gulf shrimp dipped in our lager batter, fried golden brown, served cocktail and tarter sauce (may be broiled upon request). ORANGE GLAZED SALMON 19.00 Fresh salmon, grilled, topped with Mandarin oranges, a touch of brown sugar and honey glaze. LOBSTER POT PIE 26.00 A crock full of lobster, seasoned with carrots and celery, baked in a Newburg sauce and topped with puff pastry. PECAN ENCRUSTED COD 19.00 Fresh 8 oz. center cut cod loin, encrusted with pecans and fresh ginger, oven baked and drizzled with a honey dijon glaze.

THE VILLAGE AT WEXFORD HILTON HEAD (843) 686-6736

SHERIDAN PARK IN BLUFFTON BLUFFTON (843) 815-6736.

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Laissez les le bons temps rouler! Celebrating over 20 years of bringing the bayou to the beach!!

Hilton Head Islands only Cajun Creole Restaurant BREAKFAST SAMPLES

FRIED BASKETS

Whistlestop Benedict Swamp Hash Lafayette Hash Eggs New Orleans

Shrimp, Clams, Oysters, Flounder, Soft Shell Crabs, Crawfish, Chicken, Scallops

BEIGNETS SERVED ALL DAY KIDS MENU AVAILABLE

LUNCH AND DINNER SAMPLES Muffulettas Po-Boys Crawfish Etoufee Voo-doo Pasta Bubbas Shrimp Boat Crawfish Parade Shrimp and Grits Fait Do Skillet Jambalaya Red beans & Rice Blackened Redfish Atchafalaya

Circle Circle Center, Center, just just off off Pope Pope Avenue Avenue •• (843) (843) 785-3315 785-3315 Tuesday thru Saturday, 8:30 a.m. until 8 Tuesday thru Saturday, 8:30 a.m. until 8 p.m. p.m. Sunday, Sunday, 88 a.m. a.m. until until 88 p.m. p.m. (Seasonal (Seasonal until until 99 p.m.) p.m.) Sunday Sunday Brunch Brunch Buffet Buffet 88 a.m.-1 a.m.-1 p.m. p.m.

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32 Palmetto Bay Rd. in The Village Exchange Open Monday thru Saturday from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Call (843) 785-3633

SMOOTHIES

8oz. / 12oz. / 20oz. Build It: choice of two fruits, froyo, mango nectar $4.50 / $5.50 / $7.75 Super-6: choice of two fruits, froyo, mango nectar, oats, almonds, chia, choice of superfood powder $5.50 / $7.00 / $8.75 Turbo-10: pineapple, kiwi, cinnamon apples, bee pollen, maca, spirulina, goji berries, cacao, froyo, mango nectar $6.00 / $7.75 / $9.75 Green Detox: kiwi, avocado, lime, ginger, pineapple, kale, parsley, celery, apple, lemon, froyo $6.00 / $7.75 / $9.75 Sunshine Cream: carrot, orange, pineapple, lemon, froyo $4.50 / $5.50 / $7.75

COLD DRINKS

WRAPS Small (8 in.) / Large (12 in.) Happy Wrap: avocado, mixed greens, carrots, Whole wheat or (GF) Rice paper beets, alfalfa sprouts, Fred’s Apple Cider So-Cal: carrots, avocado, cucumber, jack Vinaigrette $5.75 / $7.75 cheese, goji berries, sunflower seeds, alfalfa (add hummus, tofu egg, sprouted nut salad. sprouts, Fred’s Apple Cider Vinaigrette $1.50/$3.00) $7.75 / $10.75 Yom Roll: (one is a snack, two is a meal) Chill Island: hummus, mixed greens, tomato, avocado, carrots, beets, sautéed tofu, sweet pepper, onion, cucumber, Kalamata edamame, alfalfa sprouts, mint, Fred’s Apple olives, feta, fig vinaigrette $7.75 / $10.75 Cider Vinaigrette $4.50 each Rhapsody: tofu egg, beets, onion, edamame, Lil’ Guy: (great option for kids, big & small) pumpkin seeds, alfalfa sprouts, Fred’s Apple house nut butter, banana, local honey, choice Cider Vinaigrette $7.75 / $10.75 of fruit $5.95 / $7.75

SALADS

SOUP

20oz. Volcanic Lemonade: organic lemon juice, agave nectar, alkaline water $ 3.75 (free refills) (ADD A DASH OF CAYENNE TO SPICE IT UP!) Ruby Tea: herbal blend of hibiscus, raspberry, strawberry leaf, stevia, alkaline water $3.75 (free refills) Arnie: half lemonade, half ruby tea $3.75 (free refills) Unsweetened Black Tea: china black tea, alkaline water $3.75 (free refills)

Build It: CHOOSE FROM: mixed greens, kale, Seasonal Soup: ask for today’s special spinach, avocado, carrots, beets, edamame, $5.25/Cup $7.95/Bowl chick peas, scallions, sweet onion, Kalamata olives, sautéed tofu, tomato, sweet pepper, Miso: red miso, scallions, sautéed tofu cucumber, jack cheese, feta, bleu cheese, alfalfa $4.25/Cup $6.25/Bowl sprouts, marinated mushrooms, blueberries, goji berries, craisins, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, almonds, pita chips $0.89/oz BOWLS Buddha Bowl: quinoa, lentils, cashew butter, Dressings: Fred’s Apple Cider Vinaigrette, $8.00 Fig Vinaigrette, Vic’s Sauce, Lemon Sunshine, Vic’s Sauce, choice of 3 toppings Lemon Juice, Olive Oil, Vegan Protein (+$3.00), Sweet Buddha Bowl: quinoa, lentils, Hummus, Tofu Egg, Sprouted Nut Salad cashew butter, almond milk, mixed nuts, choice of 3 fruits $8.00 Fatoosh: tomato, cucumber, sweet pepper, JUICE BAR onion, feta, Kalamata olive, pita chips, fig Acai Bowl: mixed berries, acai, chia, 8oz. / 12oz. / 20oz. vinaigrette $8.25 / $10.95 avocado Topped with: goji berries, pumpkin Great Green: kale, parsley, celery, apple, Super Salad Sampler: hummus, tofu Egg, seeds, bee pollen, granola, coconut, berries, lemon $6.00 / $8.00 / $11.00 sprouted nut salad, mixed greens, avocado, local honey $12.99 Old School: carrot, beet, apple, ginger tomato, alfalfa sprouts, crostini $ 8.25 / $10.95 Big Bang Cereal Bowl: granola, chia, $5.00 / $7.00 / $9.00 Orange Sunshine: orange, pineapple, carrot, Massaged Kale: kale, almonds, blueberries, pumpkin seeds, bee pollen, goji berries, lemon $5.00 / $7.00 / $9.00 blue cheese, figs, orange squeeze, basalmic choice of two fruit, almond milk $8.00 glaze, fig vinaigrette $8.25 / $10.95 Big-E: a little bit of everything! Smoothie Bowl: choice of two fruits, chia, $6.25 / $8.00 / $11.00 Chef C’s R: mixed greens, sautéed tofu, froyo, avocado, choice of three toppings crushed crostini, scallions, nutritional yeast, Build It: CHOOSE FROM: apple, orange, $9.99 avocado, Lemon Sunshine dressing pineapple, lemon, lime, beet, carrot, celery, $8.95 / $11.95 kale, parsley, romaine, spinach, ginger, turmeric 1-3 ingredients: $5.00 / $6.50 / $8.75 Hummus Yummus Plate: hummus, Kalamata Order online at delisheeyo.com! 4-5 ingredients: $6.00 / $7.75 / $10.00 olives, sliced apple, feta, pita chips, crostini +5 ingredients: $6.25 / $8.00 / $10.50 $8.25 / $10.95

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Pasta Du Jour Ask your server!!

Market Price

3 Onion Crusted Pork Chop Smoked Gouda grits, green beans, and a Smithfield ham bourbon glaze 28 Beef Tips Au Poivre Sautéed with cracked pepper, cradled in a potato nest, served with mashed potatoes, sautéed baby spinach, & a horseradish butter

Eggplant Napoleon Eggplant layered with tomato & mozzarella, served with a parmesan risotto and spinach, accompanied by a basil pesto 21 Sausage & Peppers Sweet Italian sausage simmered with onions & peppers, served over pasta 24 Chicken Marsala Sliced chicken breast dusted in flour, sautéed with mushrooms, shallots & Marsala wine, topped with parmesan cheese, served with pasta du jour 26

Sea

Pan-Seared Jumbo Scallops Served with shiitake and goat cheese ravioli arranged around sautéed spinach, with a prosciutto & sherry cream sauce 33 Carolina Trout Dusted in cornmeal then flash fried, served over a wilted spinach salad with artichokes & red onions, finished with a roasted red pepper aioli 26 Fried Seafood Plate Fried shrimp, Daufuskie Hush Puppies & Carolina Cornmeal Dusted Trout served with 3 onion slaw, whipped potatoes, cocktail & tartar sauce 29 Cracked Pepper Tuna Sashimi grade tuna seared rare, served with garlic whipped potatoes, sautéed spinach & a horseradish cream 29 Fresh Catch of the Day Ask your server!! Market Price

Local Favorites

Char-Braised Short Rib Tender beef short rib braised then char-grilled with caramelized onions, served with garlic whipped potatoes & 3 onion slaw 38

Crispy Roasted Half Duck Half duck oven-roasted until crisp and golden, scalloped potatoes, sautéed green beans & a sun-dried cherry sauce 35

USDA Prime New York Strip Seasoned and served with scalloped potatoes and sautéed asparagus, finished with cabernet reduction & fried onions 14 oz. 38

USDA Prime Filet Mignon Served with parmesan risotto, asparagus and a house made fresh herb butter 8 oz. 34

Garlic Basil Broiled Maine Lobster Tail 5 oz. tail topped with a garlic basil butter sauce,oven broiled, garlic whipped potatoes & grilled vegetables (2) 45 (1) 27

Seafood Sampler

Alaskan Snow Crab Legs, Broiled Maine Lobster Tail and Shrimp Scampi served with garlic whipped potatoes and grilled vegetables 42

Herb Encrusted Prime Rib on Thursday

Slow roasted prime rib, served with scalloped potatoes, grilled vegetables & au jus. 12 oz 29

1 3/4 lbs. Alaskan Crab Legs Dinner

Served with roasted garlic whipped potatoes and grilled vegetables 36

843.785.6261 • Dinner Nightly 5 Until • Reservations Suggested • 37 New Orleans Rd, Orleans Plaza • Catch22hhi.com Menu Items and Prices are subject to change.

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SERVING LUNCH AND DINNER 7 DAYS A WEEK Lunch 11:30AM - 3PM Dinner 3 - 10 PM

LAND APPETIZERS

840 William Hilton Parkway 843-842-9775 This is a sample of our extensive selections, Price ranges and availability are subject to change.

BASKETS

$3.50 - $9.95

$8.75 - $14.75

Grover’s Fries

Fish & Chip Basket Shrimp, Clam or Oyster Basket BBQ Mahi Mahi Basket

Hand Cut French Fries topped with Blue & Feta cheeses, crumbled bacon and Balsamic Reduction Bull’s Bites

Blackened beef tenderloin tips topped with crumbled Blue Cheese & Balsamic Reduction Thin Crispy homemade Onion Rings Chicken Wings

Your choice of Lowcountry Dry Rub, Buffalo or BBQ flavors Hot Shot Chicken

lightly breaded chicken tossed in our Asian “Hot Shot” sauce

SEAFOOD APPETIZERS $7.25 - $11.50 Crab Dip

served with warm tortilla chips Hot Shot Shrimp

Lightly breaded shrimp tossed in our Asian “Hot Shot” sauce Mussels or Clams

in garlic and wine sauce served with garlic bread BBQ Mahi Mahi Bites Shrimp

steamed, blackened, Buffalo Fried, BBQ or Carribean Jerk Fried Calamari

SOUPS & SALADS $4.50 - $15.75

She Crab Soup Lowcountry Seafood Gumbo House Garden Salad Chicken Garden or Caesar Salad

Chicken Finger Basket

(all served with choice of Fries, Tater Tots, or Cole Slaw)

SIGNATURE SANDWICHES $9.50 - $14.75

8 oz. Angus cheeseburger Land Sliders

burger, chicken, BBQ pork)

Philly Cheese Steak Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich

Boneless chicken breast topped with cheese, bacon, pickles, Lettuce & tomato (all served with your choice of French Fries, Tater Tots or Cole Slaw)

SEAFOOD SANDWICHES $11.75 - $16.50

Grilled, Blackened or Fried Grouper Sandwich Fried Shrimp, Oyster or Clam Po’ Boy Blackened Scallop Po’ Boy Ahi Tuna Burger Seafood Sliders

Grilled Mahi Mahi, Fried Shrimp, Fried Clams

STOCKYARD DINNERS $14.75 - $27.75

BBQ Baby Back Ribs

Full or Half Rack (served with your choice of 2 sides) Steak and Shrimp

12 oz. N.Y. Strip, with or without shrimp (served with your choice of 2 sides) Vickie’s Chicken

Blackened Boneless breast topped with sauteed onions, peppers, mushrooms, cheese with balsamic reduction on a bed of greens

SEAFOOD DINNERS $18.75 - $28.75 Steam Pot

Cluster of snow crab legs, 2 Jonah crab claws, mussels, clams, shrimp, smoked sausage, corn on the cob & cole slaw Snow Crab Leg Leg Dinner

4 Clusters served served with smoked sausage, corn on the cob & cole slaw Your choice of Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna, Shrimp, Oysters or Scallops

choosed your cooking method (served with 2 sides) Vickie’s Grouper

Blackened Grouper topped with sauteed onions, peppers, mushrooms, cheese with Balsamic Reduction on a bed of lettuce Fried Seafood Platter

Fried shrimp, scallops, oysters, clams & grouper with cole slaw hushpuppies & french fries

(all served with your choice of French Fries, Tater Tots or Cole Slaw)

(can also be topped with your choice of seafood grilled, blackened or fried)

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T H E G R E E N S TA R !

l’étoile verte!”

LUNCH Soup Du Jour

DINNER

The dinner menu changes daily but maintains the same format.

5.5

Pate Maison

Fruit & Cheese

LUNCH

Soup Du Jour

Pate Maison

8.5

Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes, & Basil Pesto DINNER

8.5

Crab Salad, Avocado, & Remoulade Sauce

Smoked Salmon the same format.10.25 The dinner menu changes daily, Maine but maintains Appetizers Cobb Salad Turkey Large 16 | Pétite 12 Soup du jour ................................................................................$5.50 Escargot à la Bourguignonne 9 K-Paul’s Louisianne Salmon Salad 16 Appetizers Pate Maison ........................................................................................$8 Pan Roasted Bluffton Oyster Stew 9.5 Soup of the Day ................................................................................$6 Curried Shrimp Salad 12 Fruit & Cheese ...................................................................................$8 Pate Maison ..................................................................................$8.50 11 Salads and SandwichesCharlie’s Chicken Salad Crab Salad, Avocado, and Remoulade Sauce ..................$10 All entrées include a house salad, and are accompanied with Served on a whole wheat baguette 12 Cobb Salad Turkey ................. “Original Large”$16 Petite $12 Fresh Mozzarella, tomatoes, and Basil Pesto ................$8.50 potatoes au gratin and a vegetable medley. Orange-Ginger Chicken Salad 11 K-Paul’s Louisianne Salmon Salad...........................................$16 Smoked Maine Salmon .......................................................$10.25 Curried Shrimp Salad ...................................................................$12 Chevre Salad with Breast Escargot of Duck a la Bourguignonne 18 Atlantic ....................................................$9 Cod Sautéed in Parmesan Crust 27 Charlie’s Chicken Salad ............................................................... .....................................$9.50 Charlie’s Bistro $11 Burger 15 Local Flounder Sautéed Meunière 32 Served on a whole wheat baguette................................. $12 Smoked Salmon Sandwich 12 Les Entrees Grilled Grouper with Wild Mushroom Sauce 36 Orange-Ginger Chicken Salad................................................. $11 All entrees include aAtlantic house salad, and are accompanied Salmon, Grilled with Basil Pesto 28 Chevre Salad with breast of duck...........................................$18 with potatoes au gratin and a vegetable medley. Grilled Tuna, Chef’s Shrimp Salsa 31 Charlie’s Bistro Burger...................................................................$15 Atlantic Cod Sauteed in Parmesan Crust ...........................$27 Smoked Salmon Sandwich........................................................$12 Blackened Redfi sh, K-Paul’s Louisianne 36 Chicken Crêpes 13 Local Flounder Sauteed Meuniere .......................................$32 Sea Scallops, Grilled with Tomato Coulis 34 Local Flounder Sautéed Meunière 18 Les Entrees Grilled Grouper with wild mushroom sauce ...................$34 Local Swordfish, Grilled with Anchovy Caper Butter 30 Chicken Crepes................................................................................$13 Breast of Duck 20 Atlantic Salmon, grilled with Basil Pesto ............................$28 Flounder Sautéed Meuniere Classic FrenchWild preparation: 28 Local Mahi, Grilled with Mango Vinaigrette Mushroom Ravioli 12 Grilled Tuna, Chef’s Shrimp Salsa ..........................................$31 .....................................................$18 Filet Mignon, Boursin Fines Herbes 38 Beef Stew 12 ..............................$36 Breast of Duck..................................................................................$20 Breast of Duck, Raspberry Demi-glace 32 Fish Cakes 15 Wild Mushroom Ravioli ..............................................................$12 Sea Scallops, grilled with tomato coulis .............................$34 Domestic Rack of Lamb, Rosemary Au Jus 46 Served on a bed of mixed greens 12 Beef Stew ...........................................................................................$12 .... $30 Quiche du Jour 11 Fish Cakes ..........................................................................................$15 Local Mahi, grilled with Mango Vinaigrette .....................$28 Served on a bed of mixed greens........................................$12 .......................................$38 Quiche du Jour .............................................................................. $11 Pavé au Chocolat Bread Pudding Breast of Duck, Raspberry Demi-glace| ...............................$32 | Carrot Cake w/ Spiced Frosting Les Desserts Crème Anglaise Crème Caramel | Sailor’sDomestic Trifle 7 Rack of Lamb, Rosemary au jus ........................$46 .....................................................$7 Crème Caramel | Caramel Cake | Key Lime Pie Special Dessert 8 Les Desserts Special Dessert .................................................................................$8 with Fine Muscat all are 9 PaveBiscotti au Chocolat Les Boissons Bread Pudding, Crème Anglaise Iced Tea, Soda, and Lemonade............................................... $2.5 Carrot Cake, Spiced Frosting Perrier .$4.5, San Pellegrino (1L) .$8, & Aqua Panna (1L) .$8 Crème Caramel • Caramel Cake Iced Tea & Lemonade 2.5 San Pellegrino (1L) 8 Cappuccino 5 .........................................................................$2.75 Key Lime Pie • Biscotti with Fine Muscat Soda 2.5 Espresso 4 Aqua Panna (1L) 8 Cappuccino ...$5, Espresso ...............$4 Latte.................$5.5 All desserts are $9 Perrier

4.5

Coffee & Hot Tea

2.75

Latte

5.5

LUNCH: MONDAY – FRIDAY 11:30AM – 2:00PM • DINNER: MONDAY – SATURDAY 5:30PM – CLOSE LUNCH Monday -–Friday 11:30am - 5:00PM 2pm DINNER Monday - Saturday 5:00pm BAR OPENS 5pm daily BAR HOURS: MONDAY SATURDAY – CLOSE 8 New Orleans Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 (843) 785-9277 @charliesofhiltonhead 8 NEW ORLEANS ROAD | HILTON HEA D, S C 843.785.9277 Menu Items and Prices are subject to change. Menu Items and Prices are subject to change.

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THE SANDWICH BOARD

All meals served w/ homemade sweet pickles & ONE SIDE DISH. Nancy’s Fresh Tomato Sandwich SC tomatoes with sea salt, crushed black pepper, lettuce and cucumber-dill sauce. Lowcountry Crab Cake Sandwich Lemon dill sauce, lettuce & tomato.

Grilled Homemade Pimento Cheese On white, wheat or flatbread. Backyard BBQ’d Chicken Slow marinated boneless chicken breast, grilled and topped with bacon, homemade pimento cheese, lettuce & tomato.

Charleston Fried Green Tomato BLT Skillet fried SC green tomatoes on grilled flatbread, with Romaine lettuce, applewood bacon and homemade ranch dressing.

Junkyard Dog 100% all beef hotdog, grilled, topped w/ slaw, pimento cheese, mustard, ketchup on a toasted bun. Todays Catch Sandwich** Fresh fish of the day, sometimes marinated, other times grilled, often blackened, occasionally fried, always good. Ask your server how its prepeared today. Served on choice of bread. Priced daily.

Backyard Burger** 1/2 lb. short rib burger, grilled to your choice of temperature, with American cheese, 1,000 island dressing, lettuce, tomato & onion, grilled bun. Susie Q’s Blackened Tofu Melt Potato Chip Meatloaf Sandwich Backyard style, that is. Blackened tofu, alfalfa Seared and brushed with moonshine BBQ sprouts, mustard, provolone cheese, lettuce, Lowcountry Burger** sauce, topped with caramelized onions. Served tomatoes, black olives and avocado, with ranch 1/2 lb. short rib burger, grilled to your choice of on grilled flatbread. temperature, with Fried green tomato, lettuce, dressing. sweet pickles, pimento cheese and ranch Lowcountry Shrimpburger dressing, grilled bun. With green tomato tartar sauce, lettuce and tomato on a kaiser roll.

SALADS Southern Belle Salad Mixed greens with sunflower seeds, mandarin oranges, tomatoes, sweet onion, glazed pecans and Feta cheese with a side of Raspberry vinaigrette. Backyard 1 Bean Salad Mixed greens, tomatoes, kidney beans, mixed cheese, avocado, black olives, tortilla chips & green onions, homemade cilantro infused dressing. House Salad Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, sprouts, black olives, cheese & croutons with your choice of dressing. Shrimp BLT Salad Grilled shrimp & Fried green tomatoes layered with candied bacon over mixed greens with grilled corn, red tomatoes and house made ranch dressing.

LOWCOUNTRY FAVORITES Potato Chip Meatloaf Our own creation! We use potato chips instead of bread crumbs. Delicious! Fresh ground pork and beef meatloaf, skillet grilled and brushed with moonshine BBQ sauce. Served with choice of two side dishes. Shrimp & Wild Mushroom Cobbler Wild mushrooms, sauteed shrimp, cream & sherry baked in a cast iron skillet with a biscuit crust. Choose one side dish. The Bischick Marinated chicken breast, lightly breaded & pan fried, over a homemade biscuit, topped with lowcountry gravy. Served with choice of one side dish. Island Crab Cakes Sautéed lump crab cakes topped with a lemon dill sauce. Choice of two side dishes.

Shrimp & Grits Pan sauteed shrimp, smoked sausage and shaved green onion over applewood bacon cream sauce and creamy grits. HOUSE SPECIALTY! Seafood Purloo** Pan sauteed shrimp & smoked sausage over red rice topped with our grilled or blackened fresh fish of the day, ranch sour cream and sweet chili sauce. Calibogue Catch** We offer different fish and preparations throughout the week. Check the blackboard to see what’s cookin’ today. Priced daily.

Vegetable Plate Pick any three side items with cornbread and butter.

32 Palmetto Bay Rd. at The Village Exchange Lunch, Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. • Dinner, Mon.-Sat. 4:30 p.m.- 9 p.m. • Sunday Brunch, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. (843) 785-YARD • www.hhbackyard.com • Full Bar with Beer, Wine and Moonshine! • Indoor & Outdoor Seating M20

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Celebrating 31 Years!

15 Executive Park (off Pope Avenue) • Hilton Head Island, South Carolina • 843-785-7006 • www.stellinihhi.com

A Sampling of Appetizers Escargot................................... 9.50

Mussels Marinara or Bianco... 9.50

Crabmeat Ravioli...................11.50

Stuffed Mushrooms with Homemade Sausage.................9.50

broiled in garlic butter

in a sherry cream sauce

Pesce

Pasta

Carne

Served with pasta and house salad. Choice of red wine vinaigrette or balsamic vinaigrette Caesar salad add $4

Served with house salad, choice of red wine vinaigrette or balsamic vinaigrette Caesar salad add $4

Served with pasta and house salad. Choice of red wine vinaigrette or balsamic vinaigrette Caesar salad add $4.50

Linguini with Meatballs or Sausage.........18.50 Sicilian Baked Grouper........28.50 Chicken Parmigiana......................24.50 Rigatoni Bolognese, meat sauce ...................19.50

Breaded breast of chicken baked with marinara and mozzarella cheese

Tomatoes, bell peppers, onions and garlic, olive oil, white wine

Chicken Pancetta........................24.50

Lasagna .................................................19.50 Lobster and Shrimp Polenta...................................36.50 Capellini Marinara, meatless red sauce.........16.50 Claw lobster meat and shrimp, tomatoes, Eggplant Parmigiana................................19.50

Sherry cream sauce with pancetta and broccoli over capellini

mushrooms, scallions, garlic butter

Chicken Cacciatore.........................24.50 Onions, peppers and mushrooms in marinara sauce over capellini

Capellini Pomodoro................................18.50 Zuppa di Pesce .....................32.50 Grouper, clams, shrimp, scallops, mussels and calamari in marinara sauce over linguine

Freshly diced tomatoes, basil, garlic and olive oil Add Chicken........24.50 Shrimp or Scallops........26.50

Filet Mignon....................................33.50

Manicotti.....................................................17.50 Seafood Canneloni................26.50

Brandy cream demi with fresh rosemary, gorgonzola, mushroom risotto and spinach

Fettuccine Alfredo........................................18.50

Braised lamb shank in a red wine, tomato demi

Filled with ricotta, baked in marinara with mozzarella With Chicken........24.50

Shrimp and scallops, baked in vodka sauce, topped with mozzarella

Lobster Mac and Cheese...35.50 Veal Parmigiana............................25.50

Fettuccine Carbonara.................................19.50

Baked with Alfredo sauce

Tortellini alla Panna.................................19.50

Crumb topping, garlic, tomatoes, white wine, capers and kalamata olives

Cream sauce with pancetta bacon and onions Cheese tortellini, tomato cream sauce

Lamb Shank “Osso Buco” Style.35.50

Breaded veal cutlet topped with mozzarella and marinara

Sea Bass Naples Style......28.50

Veal Piccata or Marsala.................25.50 Veal scaloppine sautéed with white wine, lemon and capers or marsala wine and mushrooms

Linguini with Red or White Clam Sauce ..20.50 Scallops Napoli.....................27.50 Penne with Vodka Sauce ........................19.50 Scallops, lobster butter, spinach, roasted Pasta Primavera........................................18.50 With Chicken........24.50

Veal Saltimbocca.........................26.50

Veal scaloppine rubbed with sage, topped with prosciutto and mozzarella in a mushroom marsala wine sauce over sautéed spinach

tomatoes & kalamata olives, white wine butter sauce

With Shrimp or Scallops........26.50

Shrimp and Scallops Veal Romano...................................26.50 Gnocchi........................................................20.50 Fra Diavolo...........................26.50 Veal scaloppine topped with prosciutto and mozzarella, Bolognese, Tomato Cream or Pesto

white wine sauce and green onions and mushrooms

Tuscan Grouper....................28.50 served over cannellini bean, spinach, tomato, garlic sautee, tossed with capellini

Stellini’s Signature Dishes $19.95 3-Course Early Dining Menu Available 5-5:45 pm. M22

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7-C GREENWOOD DR REILLEY’S PLAZA | 843-842-7999 | mymidici.com Next to One Hot Mama’s • Near the Sea Pines main gate

SMALL & SHARED PLATES BRUSCHETTA Neapolitan bread, tomatoes, garlic, extra virgin olive oil

CLASSIC NEAPOLITAN PIZZA

Variety of toppings available (all pizzas are 12 inches)

THE MARGHERITA 12 Italian tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, parmesan, HOUSEMADE MEATBALLS 8 basil, extra virgin olive oil angus beef, fresh mozzarella, Italian marinara sauce, WHITE 11.5 parmesan, basil fresh mozzarella, parmesan, basil, oregano, garlic, HOUSE MEAT BOARD 12 extra virgin olive oil (no tomato sauce) prosciutto, spicy Italian salami, Neapolitan salami, HOUSE PESTO 12 ham. served with mustard and kalamata olives housemade pesto, fresh mozzarella, parmesan HOUSE CHEESE BOARD 12 (no tomato sauce) black truffle cheese, fresh mozzarella, goat cheese, TRUFFLE 13 gorgonzola, parmigiano-reggiano. served with dried truffle cream, fresh mozzarella, parmesan, basil, apricots, dates, walnuts and honey extra virgin olive oil (no tomato sauce) HOUSE MEAT & CHEESE PLATE 19 black truffle cheese, goat cheese, parmigianoPASTA reggiano, ham, prosciutto, spicy Italian salami. served with mustard, kalamata olives, dried SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE 12 apricots, dates, walnuts and honey angus ground beef sautéed with herbs in our BURRATA CAPRESE 10 housemade Italian tomato sauce burrata, arugula, grape tomatoes, Italian vinaigrette PASTA ALFREDO 11.5 dressing, housemade pesto, extra virgin olive oil housemade alfredo sauce, parmesan. BURRATA WITH MELON & PROSCIUTTO 12 tossed with spaghetti burrata, melon, prosciutto, extra virgin olive oil SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS 12 GARLIC BREAD 5 housemade meatballs, Italian marinara sauce, parmesan garlic, parsley, parmesan, extra virgin olive oil PENNE VODKA 11.5 housemade vodka sauce, parmesan. tossed with penne SALAD MIDICI HOUSE 11 seasonal greens, baby arugula, grape tomatoes, parmigiano-reggiano, balsamic vinaigrette dressing THE CAESAR 11.5 romaine lettuce, parmigiano-reggiano, croutons, Caesar dressing WALNUT & GORGONZOLA 12.5 baby arugula, seasonal greens, grape tomatoes, walnuts, gorgonzola, parmigiano-reggiano, walnut & gorgonzola dressing

fresh mozzarella, parmesan, ricotta, gorgonzola, garlic, oregano, basil, extra virgin olive oil

SPECIALTY PIZZA DOUBLE PEPPERONI 14.5 Italian tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, pepperoni, spicy Italian salami THE MEATS 15.5 Italian tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, housemade angus beef meatballs, pepperoni, ham FOUR CHEESE fresh mozzarella, ricotta, gorgonzola, parmesan, garlic, oregano (no tomato sauce)

HAWAIIAN 15.5 Italian tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, pineapple, ham, red onions THE DEVIL’S 15.5 Italian tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, housemade spicy sausage, spicy Italian salami, red chilies (spicy) EGG N’ BACON 15 fresh mozzarella, wood smoked bacon, housemade spicy sausage, garlic, oregano. topped with a freshly cracked egg (no tomato sauce) MARGHERITA & PROSCIUTTO 16.5 Italian tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella. topped with prosciutto and baby arugula after bake

TRUFFLE & PROSCIUTTO 17.5 truffle cream, fresh mozzarella, mushrooms. topped MACARONI & 3 CHEESE 11.5 with prosciutto and baby arugula after bake (no tomato sauce) housemade cheddar sauce, provolone, parmesan and breadcrumbs tossed with orecchiette pasta FROM THE GARDEN 15 BAKED PENNE ARRABBIATA 12 Italian tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, baby spinach, bell peppers, red onions, kalamata olives housemade arrabbiata sauce, parmesan, provolone, tossed with penne (spicy) TRUFFLE & VEGETABLE 17.5 truffle cream, fresh mozzarella, ricotta, mushrooms, ITALIAN CALZONE black olives, grape tomatoes. topped with baby arugula after bake (no tomato sauce) THE CHICKEN PESTO CALZONE 14.5 THE FOREST 15.5 housemade pesto, chicken, fresh provolone,bell Italian tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, peppers, marinara, parmesan, garnished with ham, mushrooms, black olives housemade pesto

THE GREEK 12.5 baby spinach, seasonal greens, grape tomatoes, THE MEATBALL CALZONE 12.5 feta, kalamata olives, red onions, cucumber, angus beef, fresh provolone, marinara, basil, parmesan, Italian vinaigrette dressing garnished with marinara THE ITALIAN 12.5 THE SPICY SAUSAGE CALZONE 12.5 seasonal greens, romaine lettuce, Neapolitan housemade spicy sausage, fresh provolone, salami, bell peppers, grape tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, red onions, marinara, basil, parmesan, red onions, kalamata olives, parmesan, garnished with marinara crushed croutons, Italian vinaigrette dressing THE TRUFFLE CALZONE truffle cream, black truffle cheese, fresh mozzarella, mushrooms, basil, parmesan

CHICKEN PESTO 15.5 housemade pesto, fresh mozzarella, chicken, ricotta, grape tomatoes (no tomato sauce)

DESSERTS SIGNATURE NUTELLA® CALZONE 9 Nutella®, fresh fruit and powdered sugar

15 TIRAMISU 9 Traditional, fresh fruit and powdered sugar

CANNOLI SICILIANI 8 THE FOUR CHEESE CALZONE 12 Cream, fresh fruit and powdered sugar MOST OF OUR FOOD PRODUCTS ARE NON-GMO • VEGAN AND GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS AVAILABLE

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TACOS

Carne Asada ~ Marinated pieces of steak, grilled and placed in a corn tortilla with black beans, cilantro, and onions.........................5.25 Carnitas ~ Tender pieces of pork, shredded and placed in a corn tortilla with black beans, cilantro, and onions.................................5.25 Pollo Asado ~ Charbroiled, marinated chicken, placed on a soft corn tortilla with black beans, cilantro, and onions.........................5.25 Baja Fish Taco ~ Traditional Fish Taco, batter fried and placed on a soft corn tortilla with cabbage, cilantro, crema mexicana, pico de gallo, hot sauce and a squeeze of lime. Now that’s an authentic fish taco!..................................................................................................5.25 Low Country Oyster Taco ~ Oysters, batter fried on a soft corn tortilla with cabbage, cilantro, crema mexicana, pico de gallo, hot sauce and a hint of lime...................................................................6.25

ENSALADAS

Taco Salad ~ Crisp flour tortilla, topped with lettuce, beans, pico de gallo, guacamole, green onions, cheese, sour cream -and olives...........8.25 with Chicken or Steak....................................10.75 BBQ Chicken Salad ~ Amigo’s Famous BBQ Salad. Grilled BBQ chicken breast and chopped tomato served on top of lettuce, black beans, corn, tortilla strips, cheese and cilantro. Tossed in a Ranch dressing and served in a crisp flour tortilla... 11.95 Jenny Salad ~ no chicken, sautéed veggies instead................. 11.95 Fish or Oyster Salad ~ Same as our BBQ Chicken Salad but topped with either fried fish or fried oysters. Served in a crisp flour tortilla...............................................................................................13.75 Shrimp Salad ~ Romaine lettuce, mixed with corn and black beans, topped with almonds, green onions, cheese, tomatoes, chopped hard boiled egg and our zesty shrimp accompanied with buttermilk ranch. Served in a crisp flour tortilla..............................................13.75

QUESADILLAS

Flour tortilla filled with melted cheese ~ sour cream, salsa and green onion served on side. Cheese.............................................................................................7.75 Shrimp and Veggie........................................................................ 11.50 Vegetarian......................................................................................10.75 Chicken...........................................................................................10.75 Shrimp............................................................................................ 11.50 Oyster............................................................................................. 11.50 Carnitas (pork)............................................................................... 10.75 Chorizo (Mexican sausage)..........................................................10.75 Carne Asada (steak)......................................................................10.75

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KILLER BURRITOS Steak Fajita Burrito ~ Tasty pieces of grilled steak with peppers, onions, rice, black beans, sour cream, cilantro, tomatoes and cheese............................................................................................12.95 Chicken Fajita Burrito ~ Charbroiled chicken, sauteed with peppers, onions, rice, black beans, sour cream, cilantro, tomatoes and cheese.....................................................................................12.95 Pollo Asado ~ Skinless chicken breast, grilled with cilantro, and sour cream, rice, black beans and cheese...................................12.50 w/ BBQ sauce................................................................................12.95 Carnitas ~ Amigo’s famous pork carnitas with rice, black beans, our cream, cilantro, cheese and guacamole................................12.50 Carne Asada ~ Charbroiled marinated pieces of steak with rice, black beans, sour cream, cilantro and cheese.............................12.50 Veggie ~ This will turn you into a vegetarian. Bell peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, onions, rice, black beans, sour cream, cilantro, tomatoes and cheese......................................................12.50 Fish ~ Battered fried fish with cabbage, white sauce, rice, black beans, pico de gallo, hot sauce, cilantro and cheese. So Mucho Tasty................................................................................................12.50 Low Country Oyster ~ Amigo’s is the home of the original oyster burrito. Battered fried select oysters with cabbage, hot sauce, pico de gallo, rice, black beans, cilantro, white sauce and cheese....13.50

PLATTERS Sizzling Fajitas Platter ~ Your choice of chicken, steak or pork. Served with sauteed onions and peppers, Spanish rice, black beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream and corn tortillas.............21.95 Sizzling Combo Platter ~ Chicken, steak and shrimp served with sauteed onions and peppers, Spanish rice, black beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, cheese, sour cream and corn tortillas....................23.95

STARTERS & SIDE ORDERS Chips, Salsa and Queso Dip...........................................................7.55 Chips and Salsa...............................................................................2.75 Nachos ~ Heaping plate of our famous chips, covered with beans, cheese, jalapeno peppers, tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole, olives and green onions.......................................8.75 add meat........... 11.25 Kids menu and Take out available!

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Lunch, Tuesday-Friday 11:30 am-1:30 pm. | Dinner, Tuesday-Sunday 6.00 Until Brunch, Sunday 11:00 am-1:30 pm | Closed Monday’s 43 Jenkins Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926 | 843.689.6744 | www.sunsetgrillehhi.com

~ Dinner ~

~ Lunch ~ Starters

Appetizer Selections

Cajun Fried Oysters ~ 13

Wedge Salad ~ 10

*Cajun Fried Oysters ~ 13

Hybrid greens, bleu cheese dressing, bacon, tomato and red onion

Gorgonzola cream sauce and Balsamic drizzle

Basil Champagne Salad ~ 9

Smoked Seafood Platter ~ 14

Gorgonzola cream sauce & balsamic reduction

Sunset Salad ~ 8

Artisan greens in tomato black olive vinaigrette with red onion, tomatoes and Feta cheese

Soup of the Day

Artisan greens tossed in Champagne basil House smoked seafood with pickled onions, capers, eggs and herb Dijon vinaigrette with tomatoes, cucumber, onion and white Cheddar

Entrée Selections

Tomato Mozzarella Salad ~ 10 With Basil oil & Balsamic Reduction

Shrimp and Grits ~ 16

Cajun sautéed shrimp over stone ground white cheddar grits with andouille, peppers, onions and a duo of sauces

Smoked Scottish Salmon ~ 16

Entrée Selections

House smoked Norwegian Salmon over stone ground grits with wilted spinach, roasted red peppers and Dijon dill cream

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes ~ 30

Shrimp Basil Salad ~ 15

Pappardelle pasta, bacon, mushrooms, spinach in Pernod cream sauce

Two Jumbo lump crab cakes with lemon caper cream sauce, rice and vegetables

*Seared Sea Scallops ~ 30

Gilled shrimp, bacon, avocado, tomatoes, onion and white Cheddar over artisan greens with Champagne basil vinaigarette

Lump Crab Cake ~ 17

Honey Chipotle glazed with rice and vegetables

Bacon jam, lettuce & Tomato with house cut chips

*Grilled Sea Scallops ~ 17

Cajun sautéed shrimp over white cheddar grits with andouille sausage, peppers, onions and a duo of sauces ~ roasted red pepper & smoked poblano purees

*Grilled Duck Breast ~ 29

Lemon Caper Cream, rice and vegetables

Country Fried Pork Sandwich ~ 12

Shrimp and Grits ~ 26

Cider Glazed Pork Loin ~ 28

Pumpkin Risotto, Parmesan, walnuts, spinach and sage.

Pernod cream with spinach, bacon, mushrooms and pasta

Red Wine & Herb Braised Lamb Shank ~ 31

*Stuffed Burger ~ 11

Sunset Smoked Salmon ~ 27

Cheddar or Blue cheese or cheddar, with house made chips

House smoked Scottish salmon over stone ground grits, wilted spinach, diced red peppers and Dijon dill crème

*Black & Blue Salad ~ 15

Sterling Silver NY Strip Steak Au Pouive ~ 32

Hybrid wedge topped with creamy blue cheese dressing, bacon, pickled onions, dried cherries & blackened beef tips

Panko Crusted Chicken Breast ~ 16

White bean & sun dried tomato demi, mashed potatoes and vegetables

Mashed Potatoes and vegetables

Panko Crusted Chicken Breast ~ 25

Maple glazed shallots & applesauce with mashed potatoes and vegetables

Pumpkin risotto, spinach, walnuts & sage

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A SAMPLING OF MENU ITEMS APPETIZERS DEVIL OF AN EGG

TUNA BITES

ATOMIC SHRIMP COCKTAIL

BULL BITES

SEAFOOD PARFAIT

CRABBY FRIES

DEVILED EGGS TOPPED WITH CORNMEAL-FRIED OYSTER & BACON MARMALADE. BLACKENED BEEF TENDERLOIN TIPS.

YELLOW FIN TUNA MEDALLIONS, BLACKENED, SCALLIONS & TOMATO. SHRIMP, CRAB MEAT, AVOCADO & TANGY TOMATO SALSA.

SIZZLIN’ SEAFOOD DIP

HALF POUND OF JUMBO SHRIMP SMOTHERED IN FIERY COCKTAIL SAUCE. CREAMY CHEESE SAUCE, CRAB MEAT, DICED TOMATOES & SCALLIONS.

SHRIMP, CRAB MEAT, CHEESE & ROASTED RED PEPPERS.

SOUP

SALAD FRIED OYSTER CAESAR

FRIED OYSTERS & HOMEMADE CORNBREAD CROUTONS.

ISLAND SALMON

SEARED SALMON, GRILLED PINEAPPLE, DRIED CRANBERRIES, FETA CHEESE & CORNBREAD CROUTONS.

KY COBB

DICED FRIED CHICKEN, PENN’S COUNTRY HAM, HARD-BOILED EGG, TOMATOES, AVOCADO, MIXED CHEESE & CORNBREAD CROUTONS.

HILTON HEAD SEAFOOD

CRAB MEAT, GRILLED SHRIMP, MIXED CHEESE, TOMATOES & SCALLIONS.

BLACKENED CHICKEN SALAD

DICED BLACKENED CHICKEN, CHOPPED LETTUCE, BEAN SALAD, TOMATOES, MIXED CHEESES & CORNBREAD CROUTONS.

CHARLESTON SHE CRAB SOUP NEW ORLEANS GUMBO SHRIMP CHOWDER

SUSHI AND OYSTER BAR

RAW OYSTERS, BAKED TOPPED OYSTERS, AND VARIOUS SUSHI ROLLS.

ENTRÉES

CHOICE OF TWO SIDES FRESH CATCH

GRILLED OR BLACKENED.

CAROLINA CRAB CAKES SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN

FRIED PLATTER

CHOICE OF 1 or CHOICE OF 2 SHRIMP, FLOUNDER OR OYSTERS.

SEAFOOD PLATTER

FROGMORE STEW

LOW COUNTRY BOIL: SHRIMP, SMOKED SAUSAGE, YELLOW ONION, RED POTATOES & CORN-ON-THE-COB.

BIG RED VOODOO SKILLET

TWO FRIED CHICKEN BREASTS SERVED ON A BED OF WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE GRITS & SMOTHERED IN A SPICY TASSO HAM GRAVY.

A SEAFOOD PLATTER PILED HIGH WITH GOLDEN FRIED SHRIMP, FLOUNDER & OYSTERS.

BLACKENED MIX OF SHRIMP, SMOKED SAUSAGE, YELLOW ONIONS & RED POTATOES.

RIBEYE

SHRIMP CREOLE

BLACKENED CATFISH $

14 OZ. GRILLED.

MISSISSIPPI CATFISH FILLETS.

BUBBA’S

ONE POUND OF GRILLED, FRIED & BLACKENED SHRIMP.

SHRIMP & GRITS

SAUTÉED SHRIMP IN A SPICY TASSO HAM GRAVY OVER GRITS.

SAUTÉED SHRIMP IN A TANGY CREOLE SAUCE OVER WHITE RICE.

SHRIMP ETOUFÉE

ONIONS, BELL PEPPERS, MUSHROOMS, ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE & SHRIMP.

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*The government requires us to advise you: The consumption of hamburgers cooked raw,rare, medium-rare, or medium, as well as, the consumption of raw or undercooked eggs, other meats, poultry, seafood or shellfish may increase your risk of food borne illness. 26 New Orleans Road ~ (843) 341-2333 ~ www.cranestavern.com

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A LOWCOUNTRY BACKYARD

Located at 32 Palmetto Bay Road in The Village Exchange. A true Lowcountry experience offering a full bar complete with beer, wine and cocktails served in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. Try our South Carolina moonshine, moonshine punch or lemonshine for a unique twist from the norm. Enjoy live entertainment on the outside stage (please call for schedule). Open Monday thru Saturday for lunch and dinner, Sunday for Brunch. Call (843) 785-YARD (9273) or online at www.hhbackyard.com.

AUNT CHILADAS EASY STREET

Located at 69 Pope Avenue. With a tag line of “Not your everyday Mexican” one can only imagine what a familyfriendly, fun restaurant Aunt Chilada’s is to both locals and visitors alike! Located on the south-end of Hilton Head, visit Aunt Chilada’s for fresh margaritas, fajitas, and even crab legs! The huge, covered outdoor patio is perfect for all gatherings. Open seven days a week. Live music on the patio nightly (in season - weather permitting). A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 785-7700 or visit auntchiladashhi.com. #auntchiladashhi.

BAYLEY’S BAR

Located at The Sonesta Resort in Shipyard Plantation at 130 Shipyard Drive. Voted the #1 Lobby Bar on Hilton Head Island in 2019 by the locals! Join us every day in Bayley’s Bar for craft cocktails, great food and great times. With the best Happy Hour on the island, you can get discounted drink and food specials every Monday through Friday 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. all year long. Enjoy live music seasonally every Friday and Saturday night from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Please call Heyward’s for more information at (843) 341-1850.

BIG BAMBOO

Located upstairs at Coligny Plaza, Oceanside. The Island’s finest selection of imported and microbrewed draft beer in a unique 1940’s themed bar. Awesome happy hour with Margarita Madness, $3 appetizer menu and many other specials. Live music daily March thru October. Call for late night entertainment schedule. Full menu available. Open from 11:30 a.m. until late, Monday thru Saturday. Call (843) 686-3443.

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BRITISH OPEN PUB

Located in The Village at Wexford and Sheridan Park in Bluffton. Hilton Head’s first true golfer’s pub featuring the only bar by Titleist. A wide selection of beers, ales, stouts and wines from around the world. Awesome appetizer selections, brilliant martini list and full menu available. Blarney is invited, singing encouraged and good humor admired. Happy hour

daily from 4 until 7 p.m. Open daily from 11 a.m until late. Brunch served Saturday 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Call (843) 686-6736 or Bluffton (843) 815-6736.

BROTHER SHUCKER’S BAR & GRILL

Located at 7D Greenwood Drive, just off Sea Pines Circle. Hilton Head’s newest contemporary Raw Bar is the perfect place for fresh seafood, late night eats, adult beverages and good times. Enjoy the island’s best oysters with a cold drink and take in your favorite sporting event or just relax on the outdoor deck. Great Happy Hour daily from 4 until 6 p.m. and full menu is served until midnight. Offering seasonal live entertainment. Call (843) 785-7000 or check us out on Facebook.

CAPTAIN JOHN’S GALLEY AT THE SALTY DOG CAFE

Located at South Beach Marina in Sea Pines. Step up to Jake’s raw bar for some of the Island’s finest seafood and good times. Enjoy spectacular views of Braddock’s Cove while selecting from steamed oysters, shrimp, crab legs and more. Full bar available and the frozen drinks are made with fresh fruit. Happy hour from 4 until 6 p.m. Call (843) 671-CAFE (2233) for seasonal hours.

CAPTAIN WOODY’S

Located at 6 Target Road on Hilton Head and in Bluffton at the Calhoun Street Promenade. A local favorite for over 37 years for fresh seafood and fine beverages. Great signature sandwiches (Grouper Melt & Po Boy’s), oysters, crab legs, shrimp and scallops served with your favorite beer, wine or cocktail. Happy Hour from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. daily with great prices. Fantastic outdoor deck and bar. Open daily from 11 a.m. until late, food available until 10 p.m. Call (843) 785-2400 or (843) 757-6222 or online at www.captainwoodys.com.

CAROLINA CRAB COMPANY

Located in Palmetto Bay Marina, just off Helmsman Way. With a pet-friendly patio and bar as well as indoor dining, Carolina Crab Company offers an array of fresh seafood, burgers, crab legs, Lowcountry boil and daily Chef specials. Open seven days a week from 11:30 a.m. Happy hour daily at the bars (only) from 4 - 7 p.m. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 842-2016 or visit carolinacrabco.com. #carolinacrabco.

CATCH 22 FRESH SEAFOOD & GRILL

Located at 37 New Orleans Road in Orleans Plaza. The choice for some of the Island’s best Happy Hour Deals from 5:00 – 6:30. Relax in a comfortable and friendly atmosphere with great discounts on appetizers, beer, wine & liquor. Reservations suggested for our At the Bar Dinner and Wine Special from 5:00 to 8:00 Saturday, Sunday & Monday evenings. Enjoy ½ price bottle of wine (under $100) with 2 TASTEOFHILTONHEAD.COM

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CHARLIE’S L’ETOILE VERTE

Located at 8 New Orleans Rd., just off Hwy. 278. Casual yet sophisticated atmosphere. Relax on the leather couch or sit at the bar with Jeff and try one of his famous real chocolate martinis or one of his other unique concoctions. Full bar, extensive wine and beer offerings, and happy hour specials including half price wines by the glass, from 5 until 7 p.m. Select bar menu and full dinner menu available at the bar. Open Monday thru Saturday. Call (843) 785-9277 or check us out online at www.charliesgreenstar.com.

CHOW DADDY’S

Located at 14B Executive Park Road, just off Pope Avenue and Belfair Towne Village in Bluffton. One of the island’s newest and most creative restaurants is the perfect place for delicious and healthy food, fine cocktails and good times. Choose from an extensive selection of beer and ales, creative cocktails, delicious martinis and fine wines. Happy hour is available daily from 4 to 6 p.m. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner from 11:30 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Outdoor seating and ping pong available on our terrace. Call (843) 842CHOW (2469) or (843) 757-CHOW (2469) or online at www.chowdaddys.com.

CQ’S RESTAURANT

Tucked under the oaks in Harbour Town, CQ’s signature dishes embody Executive Chef, Broderick Weaver’s passion for the best produce and cuisine from the Lowcountry bounty. Guests can gather at the bar to enjoy great cocktails. The exceptional wine list includes a variety of wines selected specifically with the menu in mind. B’s Kitchen menu now available for take-out. Open nightly 5 to 9 p.m. Reservations accepted. Call (843) 671-2779 or visit CQsRestaurant.com for complete menus or to make reservations.

THE CRAZY CRAB

Two great waterfront locations- South end in Harbour Town in Sea Pines and North end Hwy. 278 overlooking Jarvis Creek. The “Islander’s place for fresh seafood for over 30 years,” The Crazy Crab restaurants are a must-visit for those enjoying all Hilton Head has to offer. Fresh local seafood is prepared any way you wish – broiled, fried, steamed, blackened, etc. Gluten free and vegan options also available. Open seven days a week. Outdoor patio bar open seasonally (Hwy. 278 location). A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 363-2722 (Harbour Town), (843) 681-5021 (Jarvis Creek) or visit thecrazycrab.com. #crazycrabhhi.

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FISHCAMP ON BROAD CREEK

Located at 11 Simmons Road, mid-island on Broad Creek. Fishcamp is Hilton Head’s favorite casual waterfront dining destination. Enjoy live music and nightlife most evenings along with, seafood, steaks and more in a chic, backyard, fish camp style setting. Challenge friends to a game of corn hole, Cannon Ball, giant Jenga, or simply enjoy the fire pit and sunset views. Try craft cocktails such as the Marina Margarita, Watermelon Mojito or a Coastal Breeze to add flavor to your night. Large, pet-friendly patio and bar (heated on cool nights). Happy hour at the outdoor bar and high-top tables from 4 - 6 p.m. daily. Lunch daily from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Sundays only). Bar menu available starting at 3 p.m., Dinner from 4 p.m., bar open late. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 842-2267 for reservations. View full menus at fishcamphhi.com. #fishcamphhi.

FLATBREAD GRILL

Located at Coligny circle oceanside in the Beach Market Center. This upscale casual dining sensation is sure to be a favorite of both visitors and locals. Happy hour specials include $5 appetizers from 4-6 p.m. and drink specials from 4-7 p.m. Catch your favorite sporting event on one of our HD TV’S or relax at our outside bar. Offering fantastic menu selections including pizza, pasta, salads, wraps, sandwiches, burgers, wings and more. Take out and kid’s menu available. Open daily from 11 a.m. for lunch and dinner. Call (843) 341-2225 or online at www.flatbreadgrill.com.

THE FROSTY FROG CAFÉ

Located in Coligny Plaza. A comfortable, casual atmosphere offering a “web-footed lickin” menu and an enormous amount of frozen daiquiris by the glass or by the gallon. Outside seating with retractable roof, fire pit, beach area and tiki bar. Live music nightly. Black angus burger, crab cakes, pizza, prime rib sandwich, salads, subs, wraps, appetizers and of course fried frog legs. 28 HD TV’s for great sports viewing as well as a kid’s menu. Open for lunch and dinner daily from 11 a.m. Call (843) 686-FROG (3764) or online at www.frostyfrog.com.

HICKORY TAVERN

Conveniently located mid island at 44 Shelter Cove Lane in The Plaza at Shelter Cove Shopping Center. The Hickory Tavern is your place for Lunch, Happy Hour, Dinner, Late Night and even Game Day! Featuring Burgers, Wings, Seafood Specialties, Pasta, Tacos, Salads & Handheld Sandwiches, the Hickory Tavern has something for everyone. Join us on the patio for one of our Specialty Cocktails or Live Music during designated evenings - you are sure to have a great time with family and friends. Call (843) 802-0010 for more details or visit us at www.thehickorytavern.com.

HUDSON’S SEAFOOD HOUSE ON THE DOCKS

Located on the Intracoastal Waterway off Squire Pope Rd. With 50 years of casual dining experience and spectacular views of the Intracoastal Waterway, Hudson’s is an island icon. Featuring the freshest, local seafood in the area as well as pasta, steaks, chicken and more. Enjoy beer, wine or specialty cocktails in the Oyster Bar or while watching the sunset on the deck bar. Featured in The Wall Street Journal, USA Today and Bon Appétit. Open daily at 11 a.m. Call (843) 681-2772.

ISLAND WINERY

Located at 12A Cardinal Rd. Hilton Head’s only winery is favored by locals and visitors alike. Offering a wide variety of wine for all tastes, fresh grapes are imported from renowned vineyards worldwide and wines are handcrafted at the winery. Enjoy oak-aged red wines, crisp white wines and Lowcountry specialty wines crafted from local fruits and honey. Step up to the tasting bar and enjoy wine and conversation with our knowledgeable staff or relax with a glass of wine in our barrel room. Open from 12:30 until 5:30 p.m., Monday thru Saturday and 12 until 4:30 p.m. on Sunday. Call (843) 842-3141 or visit us online at islandwinery.com.

THE JAZZ CORNER

Located in the “corner” of The Village at Wexford. One of the top “100 Great Jazz Rooms” in the world, Downbeat Magazine 2011-2020. Our intimate, elegant atmosphere is the perfect setting to enjoy an evening of world-class entertainment enhanced by our innovative southern flavors menu and impeccable service. The Jazz Corner offers a signature martini menu, extensive wine list, full bar and late-night menu. Open nightly from 6 p.m. Reservations are recommended. Call (843) 842-8620 or check us out online at www.thejazzcorner.com.

MELLOW MUSHROOM

Located in Park Plaza on Hilton Head and at 878 Fording Island Rd. in Bluffton. A fun and lively place with great food, beer and service. Over twenty-four beers on tap, fifty more by bottle and a full bar all in a comfortable and casual setting. Specializing in great pizza and calzones, monumental hoagies and fresh salads. Plenty of TVs to view your favorite teams. TASTEOFHILTONHEAD.COM

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Win prizes at live team trivia Wednesday nights (HHI) at 9 p.m. (Tuesday’s at 9 p.m. in Bluffton). Happy Hour from 3 until 6 p.m. everyday. Open daily from 11 a.m. Call (843) 686-2474 (HHI) or (843) 706-0800 (B-Town).

MIDICI ITALIAN KITCHEN

Located at 7C Greenwood Dr. in Reilley’s Plaza just off the Sea Pines circle. Featuring ten taps including numerous local craft beers, extensive wine list and signature cocktails. Our open kitchen concept is the perfect place to hang out with friends and watch your favorite sporting events while enjoying our famous wood-fired pizza or a delicious calzone. Open daily. Call (843) 842-7999 or visit us online at www.mymidici.com.

NUNZIO RESTAURANT + BAR

Come in and enjoy a relaxed HHI Italian vibe at Nunzio’s located at 18 New Orleans Road. The bar opens at 4 p.m. and offers happy hour including Saturdays and Sundays until 6 p.m. Early dining available from 4:30 until 5:15 p.m. Check out weekly drink specials. Please call (843) 715-2172 for bar reservations. Visit www.nunziohhi.com for more information.

4 until 7 p.m. at both the outdoor patio bar and indoor bar. Take-out and kids menus available. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 842-4414 for reservations or visit reilleyshiltonhead.com. Bar open until 2 a.m. Visit Facebook for event information. #reilleyshhi.

REILLEY’S NORTH END PUB

Located in Port Royal Plaza. The sister restaurant of Reilley’s Grill & Bar (located on the south end), Reilley’s North End Pub has been serving up delicious steaks, seafood, pasta and sandwiches on Hilton Head for over 30 years. With a sophisticated warm ambiance, Reilley’s is reminiscent of a true Boston pub. Experience the family-friendly atmosphere for some local fun and Tuesday Trivia. Enjoy nightly dinner specials with family, or toasting to the good life with mimosas and Sunday Brunch. Lunch and dinner served seven days a week. Happy hour daily from 4 until 7p.m. at the bar. Bar Open 11:30 a.m. - late. Take-out available. A member of the Coastal Restaurants and Bars family of restaurants. Call (843) 681-4153 for reservations or visit reilleysnorth.com. #reilleysnorth.

ROCKFISH SEAFOOD AND STEAKS @BOMBORAS

Located at 63 Skull Creek Drive on the Intra-coastal Waterway, Old Fort Pub, a Four Diamond restaurnat showcases unrivaled nightly sunsets & award winning cuisine! Guests enjoy a wide variety of “New Southern” favorites inspired with influences from around the globe. Serving Sunday Brunch 11-2 p.m., Bar opens at 4 p.m. daily and dinner is served nightly 5-9 p.m. Early Bird dining is served from 5-5:30. Outdoor dining available. Seasonal live entertainment. B’s Kitchen menu now available for take-out. Call (843) 681-2386 or visit OldFortPub. com for a complete menu or to make reservations.

Located a at 5 Lagoon Road across from Coligny near the beach. New and very generous Happy Hour from 4 - 6 p.m. daily including, but not limiting to 95 cent fresh oysters, 50 cent peel n eat shrimp, 60 cent Chicken Wings, $5.50 Flat Bread Pizzas and Much much more! Happy Hour prices are subject to change. Voted best Crab Legs on the Island, Crab Legs offered everyday and All-You-Can Eat on Tuesdays. Featuring a fun and inviting indoor or outdoor dining experience. Extensive craft draft list, wine and creative cocktails. Open for lunch on select days, Early Bird, happy hour and dinner 7 days a week. Make your reservation on Opentable, Call (843) 689-2662 or visit online at rockfishhhi.com.

REDFISH

THE SALTY DOG CAFE

OLD FORT PUB

On the corner of Palmetto Bay Rd. and Archer Rd. Serving Innovative Cuisine in a unique and inviting atmosphere. Our unique bar and retail wine shop offers a contemporary, yet casual atmosphere for the wine connoisseur. Over 1,000 hand-selected wines from all over the world are available as well as a full bar selection. The wine shop is open Monday thru Saturday at 10 a.m. Dinner is available daily from 5 to 10 p.m. Call (843) 686-3388 or online at www.redfishofhiltonhead.com.

REILLEY’S GRILL AND BAR

THE SANDBAR

Located at 101 Pope Avenue in historic Coligny Plaza just steps away from Coligny Beach. The Sandbar is a great place to enjoy Happy Hour daily from 4 until 6 p.m. Serving up your favorite island cocktails along with a great selection of local beers on tap. Indoor and outside bars featuring seasonal live entertainment as well. Call (843) 342-SAND (7263) or visit us online at www.sandbarhhi.com.

SANTA FE CAFÉ

Located at 807 William Hilton Parkway near the entrance to Palmetto Dunes. Capturing the spirit of New Mexico in an elegant yet casual, cozy atmosphere. Our outdoor rooftop cantina is the perfect setting for one of our famous margaritas, sangrias or an imported beer. Enjoy Happy Hour daily from 5 until 7 p.m. and live entertainment Tuesday thru Saturday and first Sunday of every month. Open Daily for dinner from 5 p.m., and lunch Monday thru Friday from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. Call (843) 785-3838 or www.santafehhi.com.

STEAMER SOUTHERN SEAFOOD

Located at 8 Executive Park Rd. just off Pope Avenue. Fresh seafood, amazing appetizers, raw bar delicacies all served with a wide variety of beverages. Over 300 beers from around the world, fresh homemade frozen drinks, pitchers of cocktails, and wine by the glass or bottle served in a casual Lowcountry atmosphere. Seasonal live entertainment and take out available. Call (843) 785-2070 or visit us online at www. steamerseafood.com.

STREET MEET

Located in Port Royal Plaza. Relax in our newly expanded American style tavern and enjoy our wide selection of beer, wine, and full bar libations. Join us for happy hour from 4 until 7 p.m. featuring daily drink specials. Serving our full menu til

midnight nightly. DirecTV programming for your team and home of the Hilton Head Brown’s Backers club. Acoustic Mayhem plays on the patio, every Tuesday from 6 - 9 p.m. Open daily from 11:30 a.m. until midnight. Call (843) 842-2570 or online at www.streetmeethhi.com.

TRUFFLES CAFE

Located in Sea Pines Center and Belfair Towne Village in Bluffton. Offering delicious homemade soups, fabulous salads, sandwiches, burgers, pasta and fresh seafood. Enjoy casual dining in a friendly and upscale atmosphere featuring the freshest food and finest service for over 37 years. Full bar and fine wines available by the glass or bottle. Don’t forget to try one of our outrageous desserts. Outside seating available. Serving lunch and dinner daily 7 days a week from 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. Call (843) 671-6136 or 815-5551 or go to www. trufflescafe.com to make reservations.

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A TASTE OF ADVERTISERS / MAP LOCATION 1. ALEXANDER’S RESTAURANT AND WINE BAR (843) 785-4999

22. THE DRYDOCK SEAFOOD GRILL & SPIRITS (843) 842-9775

2. A LOWCOUNTRY BACKYARD (843) 785-YARD (9273)

23. ELA’S ON THE WATER (843) 785-3030

3. AMIGO’S CAFÉ Y CANTINA (843) 785-TACO (8226)

24. FISHCAMP ON BROAD CREEK (843) 842-2267

4. AUNT CHILADAS EASY STREET CAFE (843) 785-7700

25. FLATBREAD GRILL (843) 341-2225

5. BAD BISCUIT (843) 785-2323 6. THE BIG BAMBOO CAFE (843) 686-3443 7.

THE BOARDROOM (843) 363-6636

8. BRITISH OPEN PUB (843) 686-6736 or 815-6736 9. BROTHER SHUCKER’S BAR & GRILL (843) 785-7000 10. CALLAHAN’S SPORTS BAR & DELUXE GRILL (843) 686-POOL (7665) 11. CAPTAIN JOHN’S GALLEY AT THE SALTY DOG CAFE (843) 671-CAFE (2233) 12. CAPTAIN WOODY’S (843) 785-2400 or 757-6222 13. CAROLINA COFFEE & CRUMBS (843) 342-4800 14. CAROLINA CRAB COMPANY (843) 842-2016 15. CATCH 22 FRESH SEAFOOD & GRILL (843) 785-6261 16. CHARLIE’S L’ETOILE VERTE (843) 785-9277 17. CHOW DADDY’S (843) 842-2469 or 757-2469 18. CQ’S RESTAURANT (843) 671-2779 19. CRANE’S TAVERN STEAKHOUSE & SEAFOOD (843) 341-2333 20. CRAZY CRAB (843) 363-2722 or 681-5021 21. DELISHEEYO (843) 785-3633

26. THE FROSTY FROG CAFÉ (843) 686-FROG (3764) 27. GRINGO’S DINER (843) 785-5400 28. HEALTHY HABIT (843) 686-5600 29. HEYWARD’S (843) 341-1850 30. HICKORY TAVERN (843) 802-0010 31. HINOKI JAPANESE RESTAURANT & SUSHI BAR (843) 785-9800 32. HUDSON’S SEAFOOD HOUSE ON THE DOCKS (843) 681-2772 33. ISLAND FUDGE SHOPPE (843) 842-4280 34. ISLAND WINERY (843) 842-3141 35. THE JAZZ CORNER (843) 842-8620 36. KENNY B’S CAJUN SEAFOOD HUT (843) 785-3315 37. LAND’S END TAVERN (843) 671-5456 38. MANGIAMO (843) 682-2444 39. MELLOW MUSHROOM (843) 686-2474 or 706-0800 40. MICHAEL ANTHONY’S (843) 785-6272 41. MIDICI ITALIAN KITCHEN (843) 842-7999 42. NUNZIO RESTAURANT + BAR (843) 715-2172 43. OLD FORT PUB (843) 681-2386 44. THE OLD OYSTER FACTORY (843) 681-6040

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45. OLD TOWN DISPENSARY (843) 837-1893 46. PALMETTO BAY SUNRISE CAFE (843) 686-3232 47. THE PEARL KITCHEN & BAR (843) 757-5511 48. PIZZA COMPANY (843) 681-PIES (7437) 49. PLANTATION CAFE & DELI (843) 785-9020 or 342-4472 50. POOL BAR JIM’S (843) 816-4648 51. POUR RICHARD’S (843) 757-1999 52. REDFISH (843) 686-3388 or 837-8888 53. REILLEY’S (843) 842-4414 or 681-4153 54. ROCKFISH SEAFOOD AND STEAKS @BOMBORAS (843) 689-2662 55. RUAN THAI HUT (843) 681-3700 56. SAGE ROOM (843) 785-5352 57. THE SALTY DOG CAFE (843) 671-CAFE (2233) 58. THE SANDBAR (843) 342-SAND (7263) 59. SANTA FE CAFE (843) 785-3838 60. SKILLETS CAFE (843) 785-3131 61. STEAMER SOUTHERN SEAFOOD (843) 785-2070 62. STELLINI ITALIAN RESTAURANT (843) 785-7006 63. STREET MEET (843) 842-2570 64. SUNSET GRILLE (843) 689-6744 65. TOBACCO ROAD (843) 341-6265 66. TRUFFLES CAFE (843) 671-6136 or (843) 815-5551 67. THE WRECK OF THE SALTY DOG (843) 671-7327

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