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 flavor profiles that exemplify fresh local ingredients and sustainable seafood. Cuisine: American/Seafood • 31 JC Long Blvd. • (843) 886-3474 • www.acmelowcountrykitchen.com • $-$$ • Indoor/Outdoor Seating • Pets Allowed
The Boathouse at Breach Inlet serves dinner nightly and Sunday brunch. Its roots run deep when it comes to Southern cooking, drawing from family recipes scrawled on cards in plantation kitchens and relying on South Carolina’s natural abundance. Cuisine: Seafood • 101 Palm Blvd. • (843) 886-8000 • www.boathouserestaurants.com • $$-$$$ • Indoor/Outdoor Seating
Coconut Joe’s dishes up island-inspired eats and offers stunning views of the ocean from a covered outside deck, air-conditioned dining room or open-air rooftop bar. Cuisine: American • 1120 Ocean Blvd. • (843) 886-0046 • www.coconutjoesbeachgrill.com • $-$$ • Indoor/Outdoor Seating
Coda del Pesce offers sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy handmade pasta, fresh Italian cuisine inspired by the sea and a stellar Italian wine selection. Cuisine: Italian/Seafood • 1130 Ocean Blvd. • (843) 242-8570 • www.codadelpesce.com • $-$$
The Dinghy Tap Room & Kitchen has a laid-back Key West vibe, great food options and plenty of beers on tap. The Dinghy also features a spacious side porch and live music. Cuisine: American/Seafood • 8 JC Long Blvd. • (843) 242-8310 • www.dinghyiop.com • $ • Indoor/Outdoor Seating
Dockside Deli inside the IOP Marina Market is open for breakfast and lunch daily. Come by and enjoy delicious food with an awesome view. Cuisine: American • 50 41st Ave. • (843) 276-1865 • www.saltworkscc.com • $
Islander 71 Fish House and Raw Bar is a waterfront dining experience that brings back the beach life. Enjoy live music under the sun with incredible Southern-inspired menu items and a raw bar. Cuisine: Seafood • 80 41st Ave. • (877) 420-9558 • www.islander71.com • $$ • Indoor/Outdoor Seating • Pets Welcome
Lawrence’s Seafood Company is a lively beachfront restaurant known for its fresh seafood and Southern-inspired dishes. Cuisine: Seafood • 1130 Ocean Blvd • (843) 242-8470. • www.lawrencesseafood.com • $$• Indoor/Outdoor Seating
Long Island Café first opened in 1986. This hidden gem of a restaurant for locals and tourists alike has a seafood-centric menu plus beef, chicken and handmade pasta options. Cuisine: American/Grill/French • 1515 Palm Blvd., Suite A • (843) 886-8809 • www.longislandcafesc.com • $-$$
The Refuge is a family-owned restaurant and coffee bar that features a bright, modern eatery with coffee, bagels and Wi-Fi by day and cocktails and New American fare by night. Cuisine: Southern • 1517 Palm Blvd. • (843) 242-8934 • refugeiop.com • $-$$$ • Indoor/Outdoor Seating • Pets Welcome
Sea Biscuit Café is a bright, cozy cafe with nautical touches serving delicious American breakfast and brunch options. Seasonal hours. Cash only. Cuisine: American • 21 JC Long Blvd. • (843) 886-4079 • www.seabiscuitcafe.shop • $
Shaka Shack has a refreshing array of tropical treats for everyone including Dole whip, acai bowls and smoothies. A perfect spot to grab something sweet close to the beach. Cuisine: Dessert/Ice Cream • 1101 Ocean Blvd., Unit D • (843) 885-6473 • shakashackiop.com • $
Smuggler’s Island Eats & Rum Shack allows guests to enjoy a casual and family-friendly dining experience right next to the beach. Cuisine: American • 1122 Ocean Blvd. • (843) 885-7009 • smugglersiop.com • $ • Indoor/Outdoor Seating
The Windjammer, founded in 1972 and located on the Front Beach of the Isle of Palms, is Charleston’s premier live music beach venue, featuring a bar menu with seafood, sandwiches and burgers, a deck overlooking the water and a relaxed and laid-back vibe. Cuisine: American • 1008 Ocean Blvd. • (843) 886-8596 • www.the-windjammer.com • $ • Indoor/Outdoor Seating
Wild Dunes Restaurants
Beachside Burgers & Bar offers outdoor seating at the end of the boardwalk in the Grand Pavilion. Open daily in season & offering live weekend entertainment through Labor Day.
Cuisine: American • Grand Pavilion, 200 Grand Pavilion Blvd • $$ • (843) 886-6000
Seasonal Holiday Dining Hours: Hours may vary, please call for the most up-to-date information.
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 • $-$$$ • (843) 886-6000
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