Price Key: $ – 15 or less | $$ – 15 to 22 | $$$ – More than 22
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen combines upscale, yet casual elements of traditional coastal cuisine with classic fare. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in a casual beach atmosphere with local ingredients and sustainable seafood.
Cuisine: American/Seafood • 31 JC Long Boulevard • $-$$
www.acmelowcountrykitchen.com • (843) 886-3474
The Boathouse at Breach Inlet opened in 1997. Their roots run deep when it comes to Southern cooking, drawing from family recipes scrawled on cards in plantation kitchens to the modern locavore movement we see today, and relying on South Carolina’s natural fresh abundance.
Cuisine: Seafood • 101 Palm Boulevard • $$-$$$
www.boathouserestaurants.com • (843) 886-8000
Café Paname IOP is a lovely Parisian-style coffee shop with locally roasted, robust coffees, with freshly baked-daily croissants. Try the sausage egg and cheese or almond croissants along with an espresso or latte. Daily specials vary and they offer a variety of pastries and desserts.
Cuisine: Continental • 1202 Palm Boulevard, Suite A • $-$$
www.cafepanameiop.com • (843) 885-6303
Coconut Joe’s Beach Grill offers spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean from a covered outside deck, air-conditioned dining room or open-air rooftop bar. Come enjoy live music Wednesday through Sunday on the Roof Top Bar, and find a bit of the Caribbean to the Isle of Palms.
Cuisine: American • 1120 Ocean Boulevard• $-$$
www.coconutjoesbeachgrill.com • (843) 886-0046
Coda del Pesce offers sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy locally or sustainably caught seafood, house-made pastas and crudos, and an extensive selection of Italian wines.
Cuisine: Italian/Seafood • 1130 Ocean Boulevard • $-$$
www.codadelpesce.com • (843) 242-8570
The Dinghy Tap Room & Kitchen has a laid-back Key West vibe, great food options and many beers on tap. The Dinghy also features a spacious side porch and live music during happy hour.
Cuisine: American/Seafood • 8 JC Long Boulevard • $-$$
www.dinghyiop.com • (843) 242-8310
IOPizza Co. is your destination if you’re looking for pizza, salads, subs, appetizers or pasta. Choose from an assortment of non-alcoholic or adult beverages to wash it down while you dine inside or soak up the Isle of Palms vibes on our patio.
Cuisine: Pizza/Italian • 1101 Ocean Blvd • $-$$
www.iopizzaco.com • (843) 242-8121
Islander 71, Fish House and Raw Bar lets you enjoy indoor/outdoor seating boasting Intracoastal views. Savor fresh “surf” (steaming crab cakes, plump oysters, succulent platters) or juicy “turf” (burgers, tacos, piled-high sandwiches). Come hungry, leave happy!
Cuisine: American/Seafood • 80 41st Ave • $$-$$$
islander71.com • (843) 420-9558
The Long Island Café first opened in 1986. This hidden gem of a restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, featuring tasty dishes like sesame seared tuna, local blackened redfish, yummy appetizers and a selection of wine. They strongly recommend getting reservations ahead of your visit.
Cuisine: Seafood/American/Bistro • 1515 Palm Boulevard, Suite A • $-$$
www.longislandcafesc.com • (843) 886-8809
Papi’s Taqueria is a small, beachy stop offering Mexican dishes, and specializing in shrimp, meat & veggie tacos. Their authentic Mexican cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, local and Mexican beers, and a variety of Mezcal and Tequilas. Don’t forget to check out the Arriba Room, upstairs dining room for parties of up to 28.
Cuisine: Mexican • 1012 Ocean Blvd • $-$$
www.papisiop.com • (843) 926-7274
The Refuge is the ideal place to pick up a macchiato, with shrimp and grits or a fresh omelet to start your day, or for lunch some onion soup and a mimosa. Hang on for dinner with entrees like crab carbonera, or local triggerfish, and complete with a variety of craveworthy cocktails concocted by their in-house mixologist.
Cuisine: American/Seafood • 1517 Palm Blvd • $-$$$
www.refugeiop.com • (843) 242-8934
Sea Biscuit Café has been serving delicious, Southern cuisine on the Isle of Palms since 1986. Locals and tourists alike enjoy tasty fare ranging from breakfast options like buttermilk pancakes, French toast, and eggs; to a lunch menu including salads, soups, and sandwiches like their turkey club. Seasonal hours. Cash only. Seasonal hours. Cash only.
Cuisine: American • 21 JC Long Boulevard • $
facebook.com/TheSeaBiscuitCafeIOP • (843) 886-4079
Smugglers Island Eats and Rum Shack chefs take food seriously. They bid you to come on out and experience the island life, good eats, and unique rum. Burger fans should give the Smugglers Smashburger a try, or if you’re in the mood for seafood try the Fried Shrimp Basket, and if you’re just looking for a snack, give the Mozzarella Sticks a shot.
Cuisine: American • 1122 Ocean Boulevard • $-$$
www.smugglersiop.com • (843) 885-7009
The Windjammer was founded in 1972 and is located on the front beach of Isle of Palms. Visit Charleston’s premier beach club and enjoy great food and entertainment.
Cuisine: American • 1008 Ocean Boulevard • $-$$
www.the-windjammer.com • (843) 886-8596
Wild Dunes Restaurants
Beachside Burgers & Bar offers outdoor seating at the end of the boardwalk in the Grand Pavilion. Open daily in season & offering live weekend entertainment through Labor Day.
Cuisine: American • Grand Pavilion, 200 Grand Pavilion Blvd • $$
https://www.destinationhotels.com/wild-dunes/dining/oystercatcher • (843) 886-6000
Coastal Crust Wild Dunes is located within Wild Dunes Resort of Isle of Palms. Offering pizza, local pasta dishes and Italian and an assortment of Italian inspired antipasto options and dishes.
Cuisine: American/Pizza/Italian • 5208 Palmetto Dr • $-$$$
https://www.destinationhotels.com/wild-dunes/dining/coastal-crust • (843) 886-7300
Coastal Provisions serves a crave-worthy dinner menu based around seafood, meat and seasonal vegetables sourced from local and regional purveyors. Pair your thoughtfully prepared, stunning dish with something special from their wine bin, a local craft beer or a cocktail that sounds as delightful as it is delicious.
Cuisine: American/Seafood • 200 Grand Pavilion Blvd • $$-$$$
https://www.destinationhotels.com/coastal-provisions • (843) 886-2200
Hudson’s Market & Café with a selection of breakfast sandwiches, and subs for lunch. A selection of grab-and-go items so you can stock up on grocery essentials, wine and beer, or Lowcountry gifts and treats.
Cuisine: American • 5757 Palm Blvd • $-$$
https://www.destinationhotels.com/wild-dunes/dining/hudsons-market-overview • (843) 886-7301
Huey’s on The Links Course serves modern southern breakfast and lunch in a relaxed restaurant atmosphere featuring casual lunch and small bite lounge menu items with a side of Isle of Palms history.
Cuisine: American • 10001 Back Bay Dr • $-$$$
https://www.destinationhotels.com/wild-dunes/dining/hueys-southern-eats • (843) 886-2296
Laughing Gull Restaurant & Bar offers a self-described colorful atmosphere and Caribbean-infused cuisine. Escape to a tropical paradise while enjoying food and beverages all prepared with an island flair while you kick back and enjoy delicious poolside cocktails alongside frozen drinks and Caribbean rum-based libations.
Cuisine: American • 5757 Palm Blvd • $-$$
https://www.destinationhotels.com/wild-dunes/dining/laughing-gull • (843) 886-2280
Oystercatcher Restaurant & Bar features an impressive culinary team serving an array of globally-inspired small plates and shareable dishes inside at the comfortable lobby bar or outside on the patio.
Cuisine: American/Seafood • 5757 Palm Blvd • $-$$$
https://www.destinationhotels.com/wild-dunes/dining/oystercatcher
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