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EDITOR’S NOTE: A short stroll from the famed Harbour Town Lighthouse, CQ’s combines fine dining, an intimate atmosphere and a touch of Hilton Head Island history. The restaurant is reminiscent of a charming island cottage, with heart of pine floors, photographs and memorabilia of Lowcountry culture. Open daily for dinner, 5:30 to 10:00pm. Early dining seating 5:30 to 6:15pm. Guests are reimbursed for the Sea Pines gate fee upon presentation of gate pass. 140 Lighthouse Road | 843-671-2779 | www.CQsRestaurant.com | Reservations Recommended

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Old Fort Pub offers beautiful views of the Intracoastal Waterway and Pinckney Island. Old Fort Pub is the only AAA Four Diamond Restaurant on Hilton Head Island and proud to have earned the title over eleven times! Open daily for dinner, 5:00 to 10:00pm. Bar opens at 4:00pm. Early dining seating 5:00 to 5:30pm, Sunday Brunch 11:00 to 2:00pm. 65 Skull Creek Drive in Hilton Head Plantation. | 843-681-2386 | www.OldFortPub.com | Reservations Recommended

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vice seven days a week plus Sunday brunch. Two-course early dining with prices starting at $14 from 4-5:45pm daily. Includes soup or salad, soft drink and a choice of 10 different entrees. Happy hour is 4-7pm with numerous drink specials. Daily Chef Specials. Kids and gluten-free menu. Excellent place for takeout. Delivery by Restaurant Express. Private dining and full catering services available.

Frosty Frog Cafe & Pizza (Pages 27, 86) Coligny Plaza, South end, 843-686-FROG (3764), www.frostyfrog.com. American/Pizza. New expanded outside patio with retractable roof and live acoustic music nightly. Enjoy daiquiris, wine, beer and a full liquor bar as well as an extensive menu that includes burgers, crabcakes, prime rib, salads, wraps, pizza, calzones and a kids menu. Bring the little Tadpoles to meet Frosty (Seasonal). As Frosty says “Life may not be a party...but we sure act like it.” Frosty Frog is open for lunch and dinner, from 11 a.m.-midnight, and pizza until midnight. Also, 27 high-definition TVs, all sports packages and NTN Trivia, Beach area with tiki bar. Happy hour 5-7 p.m. Monday-Friday. $1 off all alcoholic beverages. For all your Frog-wear needs visit Frosty’s Closet. Casual dress. Carry-out available.

Hilton Head Brewing Co. (Page 26) Greenwood Drive (Hilton Head Plaza, near Sea Pines Circle), South end, 843-785-3900, www.hiltonheadbrew-ingcompany.com. American. South Carolina’s first micro-brewery and restaurant. One large corner is occupied by an array of shiny stainless steel tanks and other equipment that can produce up to 2,000 barrels of beer annually. The menu includes traditional appetizers, wings, pizza and cal-zones, soups, salads, entrées and more. All-you-can-eat crab legs, served with hush puppies for $29.99, daily from 4-6 p.m. Happy hour 4-7 p.m. nightly featuring $3 house wines, $2 domestics and $3 wells. Children’s menu. Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week. Hours are from 11:30 a.m.-2 a.m. Sat.-Thurs., and until 3 a.m. Fridays.

Hilton Head Diner (Page 37) Highway 278 at Yacht Cove Drive (near Palmetto Dunes), Mid-island, 843-686-2400, www.hiltonheaddiner.com. American. One of the island’s only 24-hour restaurants. Modern diner in the tradition of the Northeast, boasting one of Hilton Head’s most extensive menus. All the baking is done on the premises. Beer, wine and mixed drinks are available. The atmosphere is pleasant and easygoing. Hilton Head Diner serves breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Everything is available 24 hours a day. All major credit cards accepted. Children’s menu and carry-out available.

Hinchey’s Chicago Bar & Grill (Page 45) 36 South Forest Beach Dr. (Metropolitan Hotel), South end, 843-686-5959, www.hincheys.com. American/

Pasta. Hinchey’s has much in common with a sports bar, but is very much of a restaurant, too. It is very casual, with beach-goers invited to stop by for lunch, or for drinks or dinner after enjoying the beach. Dine inside or on the attractive deck. Open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 3 a.m., except for Tuesdays (11-3 a.m.). Serving break-fast, lunch and dinner. Early dining specials from 5-6:30 p.m. Happy hour 4-7 p.m. seven days a week with $1.75 pints, $2.75 house wines and well drinks, $2 domestics, $3 imports and half off second appetizer. Live music (call for schedule, details).

Hugo’s Seafood & Steakhouse (Pages 40-41) 841 William Hilton Pkwy. (Hwy. 278, South Island Square), South end, 843-785-4846, www.hugoshiltonhead.com. American/Continental. From Fitzgerald’s to Hugo’s, serv-ing award-winning cuisine to locals & visitors for over 35 years! Having won nearly all local culinary events in the past year alone, Hugo’s Seafood & Steakhouse delivers the highest quality at a tremendous value. Serving only Certified Angus Beef and fresh local seafood. Enjoy Hugo’s new larger location with wine cellar, full bar, booths, and private dining room provide comfort for large groups and families. Hugo’s serves lunch, dinner & Sunday Brunch. Lunch (11:30 - 3:00), Dinner (7 nights, 4:00 - until) and Sunday Brunch (9am-2pm) featuring bottomless Mimosas, Bloody Mary and Screwdrivers! 14.99 Early Bird dining is available 4:30 - 6:00 nightly as well as nightly amazing 17.99 feature nights including lobster, steaks, and more! Reservations accepted. Fun kids menu, gluten-free and vegetarian options, take-out and delivery are available.

Jump & Phil’s Bar & Grill (Page 19) 7B Greenwood Dr., Ste. 3 (Hilton Head Plaza, near Sea Pines Welcome Center), South end, 843-785-9070, www.jumpandphilshhi.com. American. Food is generously portioned, reasonably priced and utterly unpretentious. Menu items include two-fisted versions of BLTs, Cuban sandwiches, chili dogs, tuna melts, barbecued pork and burgers voted the island’s best in the Hilton Head Monthly’s 2012 Readers’ Choice awards. Jump & Phil’s is “Hilton Head Island’s Green Bay Packers Headquarters,” with grilled brats on the patio for every game. Free Wi-Fi. Sun-day brunch. Outdoor seating, kids menu, take-out and reservations available. Open daily, 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; bar open until about 1 a.m.

Munchies (Page 44) 1407 Main Street, Hilton Head Plantation, North end, 843-785-3354, www.munchiesshoppe.com. American. A whimsical ice cream shop and deli that uses only Boar’s Head meats, cheeses and Nathan’s Famous all-beef hot dogs. Menu items include paninis, wraps, salads, home-made quiche, soups and more. After your meal, satisfy your sweet tooth with homemade chocolate candy, fudge,

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Catch 22 specializes in fresh seafood and genuine USDA prime beef. Patrons may select from numerous skillfully cooked seafood items, beef, veal and more. There also are nightly dinner specials, a creative wine list and items for children. Take-out available. Dinner seven nights a week from 5 p.m. The bar opens at 5 p.m., when happy hour begins. Reservations are welcomed and are generally a good idea. Call 843-785-6261 for more information.

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Oyster rOckerfeller- stuffed with applewood bacon, spinach

and onion $10spicy tuna sashimi

- served over seaweed salad with a rice wine vinaigrette $11.50

craB cake- with onion slaw and red pepper aioli $11

hOusemaDe raViOli- stuffed with sweet onion, shiitakes,

goat cheese and spinach, served with proscuitto cream sauce $9

DiVer scallOps- parmesan and cracked pepper

encrusted scallops with grilled roma tomato & fresh mozzarella & basil pesto

$11sOuthern frieD pickles

- with red pepper aioli $7.50

shrimp & lOBster stuffeD pOrtaBella

- oven roasted portabella topped with grilled onion and boursin cheese $12

shrimp & Grits- smoked gouda grits and a tasso

gravy $9Bruschetta

- crispy crostini topped with vine-ripened tomatoes, almonds, olive oil, grated parmesan and fresh basil $8rOasteD Garlic & herB

hummus- with eggplant chips $8

Daufuskie hushpuppies- loaded with shrimp and crab, served

with a honey butter $10the catch 22

- choose any 3 appetizers! $28

char-BraiseD shOrt riBs– tender beef short ribs braised then char-grilled,

served atop roasted garlic whipped potatoes with a three-onion slaw, finished with a spicy tomato glaze $28pOrk saltimBOcca

- lightly breaded pork scaloppini sautéed with proscuitto and sage in a roasted tomato demi glace, served with risotto and sautéed asparagus $24

BOne-On fillet miGnOn- 10 oz. gorgonzola encrusted filet served over herb roasted red potatoes,

accompanied by sautéed baby spinach, with rosemary demi glace $39the catch 22 surf & turf

- lobster thermadore and 6 oz. gorgonzola encrusted filet with potatoes and sautéed spinach $43

almOnD crusteD tilapia- served atop spaghetti squash and sauteed green beans,

finished with a parsley brown butter $20.50crackeD pepper tuna

- sashimi grade tuna seared rare served with whipped potatoes, spinach and a horseradish butter sauce $28

meDiterranean seafOOD pasta– shrimp, scallops and crab sautéed with roma tomatoes, garlic, spinach and calamata olives in a pesto sherry butter sauce, served atop penne Regular

$25 Petite $18DeVileD lOBster maine lOBster

– stuffed with seasoned blue crab, served with whipped potatoes and sautéed asparagus tips, finished with a red pepper aiol Regular $38 Petite $24

lump craB cake– jumbo lump crab topped with a parmesan imperial sauce oven-baked and

served with sautéed asparagus $28

caesar- romaine with homemade dressing, parmesan, & croutons demi $4.50

regular $7 miXeD fielD Greens

- roma tomatoes, almonds, flash-fried shiitakes & balsamic vinaigrette demi

$4.50 regular $7

Beefsteak tOmatO salaD- vine-ripened tomatoes with

gorgonzola, onion, pesto & balsamic vinaigrette $8

SOUPScreamy craB anD rOasteD

reD pepper- loaded with blue crab, finishedwith sherry and fresh chives $7

soup du Jour $7

APPETIZERS RAW BAR SALADS

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CATCH 22 USES USDA PRIME BEEF AND FRESH SEAFOOD.SUN,. MON., TUES., AND WED., CRAB LEGS SPECIAL SERVED WITH SALAD AND SIDES $29.95

THURSDAY, SLOW ROASTED USDA PRIME RIB $23 OR $29

EARLY DINING SPECIALS $16.95-$21.95Glass of wine, salad and a choice of 11 entrees

(Menu items listed on page 24)Please call for reservations and extended hours

Dinner niGhtly frOm 5:00 pmhappy hOur 5:00-6:30

843-785-6261in Orleans plaza at 37 new Orleans rd.

1/2 mile from the sea pines circleitems & prices subject to change

peel-n-eat shrimp1/4 pound $8 1/2 pound $13

Oysters On the half shellhalf dozen $11 1 dozen $18

tuna carpaciO- served with a rice wine vinaigrette

$11.50lump craB cOcktail $14

chilleD shellfish plateau- peel-n-eat shrimp, oysters, and

Carolina lump crab served with sauce duo $29

sautÉeD asparaGus, Green Beans Or spinach $4

herB rOasteD reD pOtatOes $3sWeet pOtatO cake $3

spaGetti sQuash $4Garlic WhippeD pOtatOes $3

tarraGOn GrilleD manhattan steak- 22 oz. bone-in shell steak served over roasted garlic whipped potatoes,

with sautéed asparagus, finished with cabernet reduction$34

pan-seareD JumBO scallOps- served with shiitake and goat cheese ravioli

arranged around sautéed spinach, with a prosciutto and sherry cream sauce Regular $28 Petite $19

crispy rOasteD half Duck- half duck oven-roasted until crisp and golden, served with herb roasted red

potatoes, sautéed green beans and a sun-dried cherry sauce $31

LANDthree OniOn crusteD pOrk chOp

- served with smoked gouda risotto and a Smithfield ham bourbon glaze $24 Veal BOlOGnese al fOrnO

- tender veal simmered in tomato sauce then oven baked with ziti and fresh mozzarella $24 Beef tips au pOiVre

- sautéed with cracked pepper, cradled in a potato nest, then served with mashed potatoes, sautéed baby spinach, & a horseradish butter $20.50

eGGplant napOleOn- eggplant layered with tomato and mozzarella, served with risotto and spinach,

with basil pesto $18GrilleD chicken penne

sliced grilled chicken served atop penne with a roasted red pepper and basil cream sauce $19

GrilleD neW yOrk strip with parmesan herb risotto with spinach finished with a caramelized onion demi

glace 12 oz $28WilD mushrOOm filet

- 6 oz. filet over parmesan risotto with asparagus and a mushroom butter sauce $29

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food/American. AAA Three Diamond restaurant. Red Fish specializes in beautifully prepared seafood and steaks. Diners may choose from a 1,000-plus bottle selection of wines from around the world to enjoy with their meals or to take home. Private dining room for large parties. Red Fish serves lunch and dinner. $14.95 multi-course early dining specials from 5-5:45 p.m. features soup or salad; choice of seven entrées; and complimentary glass of iced tea, lemonade or chef’s choice of wine.

Reilley’s Grill & Bar (Page 32) 7D Greenwood Dr. (Reilley’s Plaza, near Sea Pines Circle), South end, 843-842-4414; 95 Mathews Dr. (Port Royal Plaza), Mid-island, 843-681-4153, www.reilleyshilton-head.com. American. A genuine island institution, Reilley’s has been serving up delicious steaks, seafood, pasta and sandwiches for more than 30 years. Reilley’s serves lunch from 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m., and dinner from 4 p.m. seven days a week, and Sunday brunch, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. The bar remains open until 2 a.m. Specials include a $17.99 three-course menu with soup or salad, a choice of 8 entrées and desert. Kids eat free Tuesdays with the purchase of an adult entree. From 4-7 p.m., 50 percent off drinks and appetizers. Children’s menu, reservations and take-out available.

Ruby Lee’s (Page 9) See Also: New Restaurants 46 Old Wild Horse Road (next to the Litter Box Thrift Store), North end, 843-681-7829, rubylees.com. Southern/American. The north end’s newest hotspot for sports, blues and soul food. Ruby Lee’s is owned by Tim Singleton, a former standout player and coach for the local high school football team, and his mother, Deborah Govan. The two use time-tested family recipes to produce such comfort food classics as authentic fried chicken, southern fried pork chops, smoked baby back ribs, sea-soned pulled pork, sautéed collard greens, fresh seafood and more. For the health-conscious, many menu items can be grilled. Live music is provided at 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and sports fans can enjoy all of the sports packages along with a daily happy hour from 4-7 p.m. Hours are 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Monday-Saturday and noon-9p.m. on Sunday. Reservations suggested during live music hours.

Sage Room (Page 16) 81 Pope Ave., Ste. 13 (Heritage Plaza, near Coligny Circle), South end, 843-785-5352, www.thesageroom.com. American. All appetizers and entrées are prepared to order. Corn-fed beef is flown in from Nebraska just for this restaurant. Popular chef’s counter for patrons who wish to observe their meal being prepared “from fire to plate.” Specials every night. The upscale, casual Sage Room serves dinner from 6-10 p.m. Mon-Sat. Take-out and reservations are available.

Stack’s Pancakes & More (Page 51) 2 Regency Pkwy. and Hwy. 278, 843-341-3347. Break-fast/American. Stack’s serves a full breakfast and lunch menu from 6:30am-2:00pm 7 days a week. Including; pancakes, waffles, house made fruit sauces (no preserva-tives) eggs, homemade crepes, and Stacks Original Crème Brûlée French Toast, shrimp & grits using South Carolina shrimp & chorizo sausage, eggs benedict, crab benedict with lump crab, omelets including a lobster, shrimp om-elet topped with lobster cream sauce. Quality ingredients are used as well as South Carolina sourced items when possible. They use pure whipping cream, quality 93 score butter for cooking and baking, fresh grade AA large eggs and apple wood smoked bacon. Early Bird Special from 6:30am until 8:30am. Week-day lunch buffet. Children’s Menu, GF (gluten free items) and takeout orders.

Street Meet: The American Tavern (Page 35)Port Royal Plaza (near Sam’s Club and Bi-Lo), North end, 843-842-2570, www.streetmeethhi.com. American. Hilton Head’s home of the Fried Twinkie. Award-winning American tavern. Patrons will find a broad selection of homemade soups, sandwiches made with freshly roasted meat and fresh bread, salads, imported Hofmann hot dogs, appetizers, a fresh ground beef burger menu and more. Daily specials, tempting desserts, a kids’ menu and a full bar. Continuous service from 11:30 a.m.-1 a.m. Monday-Friday, noon-1 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. $14 early dining specials, 4-6 p.m. Happy hour drink specials and special menu, with 12 items under $6.

Truffles (Page 5) Sea Pines Center (Sea Pines Resort), 671-6136; Pope Avenue (Sea Pines Circle), 785-3663; and Belfair Towne Village, Bluffton, 815-5551; www.trufflescafe.com. Ameri-can. Fresh local seafood, Black Angus steaks, baby back ribs, homemade soups, and garden salads. Specialties include glazed grouper, crispy chicken, mango salmon, crab cakes, chipolte chicken, meatloaf and fried shrimp. All three locations serve throughout the day from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Weekend Champagne Brunch is 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Absolutely fabulous happy hour daily from 4-7 p.m. and then from 9 p.m. to close. Appetizers and Absolute cocktails are $5 at the bar. Reservations accepted. Ca-tering and carry-out available.

Up the Creek Pub & Grill (Page 22) 18 Simmons Rd. (Broad Creek Marina), Mid-island, 843-681-3625, www.upthecreekpubandgrill.com. American. Casual restaurant on Broad Creek with great view of the marina, boats and Broad Creek. There are TVs with lots of sports channels both inside and on the deck for games. The Creek folks smoke their own barbecue and wings and offer seafood, burgers and more. Happy hour specials from 4-7 p.m. Open 11 a.m. “until” every day. Take out, kids menu and doggie menu available.


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EDITOR’S NOTE: Upscale, casual dining in a friendly, energetic atmosphere. Enjoy Old World Tuscan-style decor and wonderful aromas from the Grill’s woodstone high-temperature pizza oven. Open chef’s kitchen, dining room with a wall of sliding glass panels, two attractive decks, two bars. Dough and sauces are freshly made on the premises. Free parking available underneath Beach Market Center. Open seven days a week, from 11:30 am through dinner. Children’s menu, take-out and delivery available. Call 843-341-2225 for more information.

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Thanks to the droves of visitors that come during vacation season, Hilton Head Island and nearby Bluffton have more than 300 restaurants to choose from. Here is the skinny on recently opened establishments.

Orobello’s Bistro & Pizzeria

After working in local restaurants for more than 20 years, Jennifer and Aaron Dempsey decided to open their own place -- an Italian bistro and pizzeria called Orobello’s. Named after Jennifer’s grandparents, the restaurant specializes in fresh, homemade Italian cui-sine infused with southern hospitality. Each pizza is hand-tossed. “We make our own dough,” Jennifer Dempsey said. “We never use anything frozen. Everything that we use is the highest quality ingredients. We don’t use any processed or canned items for our vegetables. When you get a mushroom pizza from us, you’re get-ting portobello mushrooms. When you get broccoli, it’s fresh-stemmed broccoli. We don’t cut corners.”Orobello’s is located in Buckwalter Place, between Palm & Moon Bagel and Hong Kong Chinese Restau-rant. The restaurant was recently voted “Favorite New Restaurant” by readers of Bluffton Monthly magazine. It provides a warm and inviting atmosphere. Many gluten-free options, specialty cakes, desserts and catering are also available. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Sunday brunch is 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call 843-837-5637.

Doughboys Pizza

Chris and Kim Gregory have opened Hilton Head Is-land’s newest pizza place at 1-B New Orleans Road, next to the Mattress Firm. Dough Boys specializes in pizza, salads and subs for dine-in, take out and delivery. “It’s a great spot in a great location, and who doesn’t love pizza?,” Chris Gregory said. “It’s a family friendly restaurant.” For Chris, it’s a return to his college days. He

owned a pizza place on campus at the University of Massachusetts and has brought the same concept to the island. “We’re going to focus on the real thin crust, like a St. Louis style pizza,” Gregory said. “We are also going to do a Sicillian style with a thick crust.” Dough Boys is offering three types of crust, all made from scratch, and three different styles of sauce. Each pizza will also have a unique cheese blend.The Gregorys have also renovated their building, which used to be Bravo Pizza. They’ve added a restroom to make it more dine-in friendly. Hours are 11:30 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week. The Gregorys plan to extend their hours in the spring to accommodate those hungry after midnight. For more information, call 843-686-BOYS or go online to doughboyshhi.com.

HogsHead Kitchen and Wine Bar

Tucked away in the Moss Creek Village Shopping center, HogsHead Kitchen and Wine Bar is like walking into host’s Alexis and John’s warm, cozy, rustic yet chic manor house dining room - check out the tabletops, sourced from 200+ year old barn doors – and mason jar chandeliers, pretty cool! The menu is unique and diverse but, not preten-tious or overwhelming. Also, the dishes are moder-ately priced and won’t break the bank. John’s French culinary training shines through on the menu where he incorporates innovate twists to everyday dishes. You can chow down on a burger and salad or linger over a fi ve course-tasting menu. The HogsHead bill of fare includes; truffl ed forest mushrooms & grits in a glass, grilled pear “jezebel”, “sticky whisky” baby back rib stack, and brown butter crab cakes, just to name a few. Daily blackboard specials usually feature two fi sh, two meat selections, and a sandwich of the day and a soup & sandwich combo. There’s a full bar, bar snacks, wine specials, craft and seasonal beers. Enjoy outdoor seating under the awning where you can sit back and enjoy live music on Fridays and Saturdays. Fido is certainly welcome and or the there’s a kid’s menu, with “guaranteed to please” options selected

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Food is served 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, then 11 a.m. to midnight Thursday through Saturday. A Sunday brunch is offered from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The bar stays open until 2 a.m. Monday through Sat-urday and offers discounted food and drinks during happy hour from 4 to 7 p.m. Located in the heart of historic downtown Bluffton, the Old Town Dispensary was built with recycled wood from a train depot. The name honors a state-operated liquor store that once occupied nearby property. “We’re not reinventing the wheel, but we’re definitely reinventing the service aspect of this style of restaurant and bar,” Jording said. “We’re taking service, presentation and food quality very seriously.” Live music is offered from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and during Sunday brunch. For more information, call 843-837-1893.

Subway – Coligny Plaza Owners John and Karla Remegi have opened a Subway restaurant in

Coligny Plaza. The new location is the 14th Subway restaurant the couple own in Beaufort County. The newest restaurant features a Tuscany-style decor with seating for 20 patrons inside. Additional seating is available outside. “We’ve been wanting to get down to Coligny for a long time,” John Remegi said. “It’s a very good high-traffic area and we think our clientele will be there.” Hours are 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9 a.m.-10 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, call 843-785-6500.

M O R E N E W S A B O U T R E S TA U R A N T SHilton Head Beach & Tennis ResortThe 12,000 square foot multi-functional ballroom at Hilton Head Beach & Tennis Resort has been renovated. The ballroom has been re-painted, wall features were added, the ceiling was replaced and some of the ceiling lighting has been changed. The ballroom can be used for meetings, charity events, fundraisers, quinciñeras, rehearsal dinners, school formals and more. The Daufuskie Ballroom that can hold up to 1,000 guests. The Edisto Room is perfect for up to 200. It is a covered beachfront venue and a private dining room overlooking a lagoon. Three smaller meeting rooms are also available. For more information, contact Scott Entrup, the director of sales at catering, at 843-842-0029 or [email protected].

Big BambooA few big changes have come to The Big Bamboo Café. The popular restaurant and bar has expanded its outside deck on the second level of Coligny Plaza, adding about 50 feet to the front of the restaurant. Management also decided to upgrade its menu, fo-cusing on fresh seafood items. The restaurant hired a team of culinary experts to help revamp the menu. Many fried items have been replaced with healthier grilled options, such as chargrilled chicken tacos. The appetizers and side items are also more sophisticated, from blue cheese coleslaw to citrus cerviche. The Big Bamboo has also added to its live music schedule with lunch and dinner shows played on the new outside deck. The popular late night shows will continue to be played on the stage inside, making for live music every day of the week. Popcorn will continue to be served, free of charge. For more information call 843-686-3443 or go online to www.bigbamboocafe.com.

The Frosty Frog CafeThe Frosty Frog Café in Coligny Plaza has a new out-side deck. The deck adds close to 100 seats to the restaurant. More than 80 percent of it is covered by a retractable roof. There is also be a beach-like area, geared to patrons coming straight from the beach. The café hosts live acoustic music seven nights a week.

Captain Woody’s Bar & GrillCaptain Woody’s has moved to a new Hilton Head Island location. The popular restaurant and bar is now located at 6 Target Road, off Palmetto Bay Road, across from Publix and the Island Crossing shopping center. Captain Woody’s will still have the same fresh seafood, cold beer and happy hour that has made it a local favorite for 30 years. The new location features inside dining and an outside patio. A large, outdoor deck bar features beer, wine and specialty cocktails. Happy hour is from 4-7 p.m. and includes a happy hour food menu. Captain Woody’s serves a wide variety of fresh seafood, great signature sandwiches (such as the grouper melt and po-boy’s) and award-winning soups and salads, all at affordable prices. Hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. each day with the bar staying open late. Call 843-785-2400 for more information. Captain Woody’s also has a Bluffton loca-tion at 17 State of Mind Street in the Promenade. The phone number for that restaurant is 843-785-2400. Find more information online at captainwoodys.com.

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Stack’s serves full breakfasts and lunch from 6:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. They use only pure whipping cream in their batters and 93 score butter for cooking, Grade AA large eggs and old-fashioned apple smoked sliced bacon. They also grind their own coffee beans for each pot brewed. Try the eggs or crab benedicts. Pleasant, friendly atmosphere, courteous service. S.C. 278, next to the Red Roof Inn. Call 843-341-3347 for more information. Breakfast and lunch served continuously until closing. And GF (gluten free items available)

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Alexander’s: $15.99, multi-course, 5-5:45 p.m., soup or salad, choice of 10 entrees, 843-785-4999Angler’s Beach Market: $15.95 small plates menu served all evening from 5 p.m., 843-785-3474Asian Bistro: 25% off lunch entrees, 843-686-9888 Bella Italia: 4-6 p.m., $3 pizza slices, 12 items for $10, 843-689-5560Big Bamboo Cafe: 4-6 p.m., $13.95, soup or salad, choice of seven entrees, 843-686-3443Big Jim’s: 843-785-1165Bistro 17: 5-6:30 p.m., 15% off food, complimentary glass of wine, 843-785-5517Bistro Mezzaluna: $14.95-$16.95, multi-course, 5-6:15 p.m., 843-842-5011Black Marlin Hurricane Bar: 4-5:30 p.m., choice of 12 entrees, soup or salad, beverage, $15, 843-785-4950British Open Pub: 4-6 p.m., 843-686-6736Captain Fishy’s: 5-6 p.m., 843-671-3474 Catch 22: Please call for reservations and extended hours. Choice of 11 entrées, sides, salad and a glass of house wine: $16.99-$21.99. 843-785-6261CharBar Co.: 843-785-2427Chart House: 3-5:30 p.m., 843-342-9066Claude & Uli’s: 5-6 p.m., soup or salad, choice of 5 entrees, 5 desserts, $16.95, 843-837-3336CocoNutz Sportz Bar: M-F 4-7, $2.99 Apps, 2 for 1 Tuesday. 843-842-0043CQ’s: Early dining seating 5:30 to 6:15pm, 843-671-2779Crane’s Tavern: 5-6 p.m., salad, choice of 4 entrees, glass of wine, $16.95, 843-341-2333 Crazy Crab: 4 to 6pm Valid 9/3/13–12/23/13, Jar-vis Creek: 843-681-5201, Sea Pines: 843-363-2722Daniel’s Steakhouse, Tapas Bar & Nightclub: 4:30-6 p.m., soup, salad, entree, wine, $15, 843-341-9379Flatbread: 4-6:30 p.m., $2 appetizers, 843-341-2225Flora’s Italian Cafe: 5-5:45 p.m., soup or salad, main course, dessert, beverage, $16.95, 843-842-8200Frankie Bones: 4-5:45 p.m., soup or salad, choice of 10 entrees, beverage, 843-682-4455.

Frosty Frog Cafe & Pizza: 843-686-3764Harbour Town Grill: 843-363-8380 Hilton Head Brewing Co.: 843-785-3900Hilton Head Diner: 843-686-2400Hinchey’s Chicago Bar & Grill: 5-6:30 p.m., discounted menu, 843-686-5959 Hinoki Restaurant & Sushi Bar: Until 7 p.m., Mon.-Sat., discounted entrees, 843-785-9800Hugo’s: 4:30-6 p.m., salad and chef sides, choice of 7 entrees, $14.99, 843-785-4846Kingfisher Seafood & Steak House: 5-7 p.m., three-course, $14.99, 843-785-4442Kurama Japanese Restaurant: 843-785-4955Main Street Cafe: Nightly specials, 843-689-3999Mangiamo’s Hilton Head Pizza Co.: Half-priced spaghetti on Wednesdays, 843-682-2444Marley’s: Early dining daily, 843-686-5800Michael Anthony’s: Until 5:45 p.m., choice of anti-pasti, entree, dessert, $18.95, 843-785-6272NEO: 4-6 p.m., 25% off food and drink, 843-837-5111

Those hungry before traditional dinner hours can take advantage of one of the many early bird or other specials. Many local establishments offer seating prior to their main dinner seating with a reduced priced menu. All special offers are subject to change without notice.

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New York City Pizza: 843-842-2227Nick’s Steak & Seafood: 4-6 p.m., salad or soup, beverage, choice of 5 entrees, $15.99, 843-686-2920OKKO: 4:30-6 p.m., 20% off 843-341-3377Old Fort Pub: Early dining seating 5:00 to 5:30pm, 843-681-2386Old Oyster Factory: 4:45-5:45 nightly $15.99, choice of 8 entrees. 843-681-6040Ombra: 4:30-5:30 p.m. Prix Fixe Menu. 3 courses 26.99. 843-842-5505One Hot Mama’s: 3-5:15 p.m., buy one get one 1/2 off baby back rib entrees, other daily specials, 843-682-6262Palmetto Bay Sunrise Cafe: 6-8 a.m., eggs all ways, $4.99, daily specials, 843-686-3232Phillys Cafe & Deli: Daily specials, 843-785-9966Red Fish: 5-5:45, multi-course, $14.95, 843-686-3388Reilley’s Grill & Bar: Daily specials, 843-842-4414Ruan Thai Cuisine: 4:30-6:30 p.m., three-course, $16.95, 843-785-8575

Santa Fe Café: 843-785-3838 Scott’s Fish Market: 843-785-7575Skillets: 5-6:30 p.m., three-course, $16.99, 843-785-3131Skull Creek Boathouse: 4-4:45 p.m., choice of 16 entrees, soup or salad, beverage, $15.75 843-681-3663Stacks: 6-8:30 a.m., breakfast special, $4.99, daily lunch specials, 843-341-3347Stellini: 5-5:45 p.m., three-course, $16.95, 843-785-7006Street Meet: 4-6 p.m., $14, 843-842-2570Topside Waterfront Restaurant: 5-6 p.m., 20% off entire menu, 843-842-1999Trattoria Divina: 843-686-4442Urban Vegan: 843-671-3474VariAsian: 4-6 p.m., 10% Off, 843-785-9000WiseGuys: 5-5:45, Receive 25% off your entire check, 843-842-8866Yummy House: 20% off dinner items, 843-681-5888

H A P P Y H O U R S P E C I A L SAnglers Beach Market Grill: 4-7 p.m., 843-785-3474Annie O’s: 843-341-2664Asian Bistro: 4:30-8 p.m., 843-686-9888Aunt Chilada’s: 4-7 p.m., 843-785-7700Bella Italia: 843-689-5560Big Bamboo Cafe: 4-6 p.m., 843-686-3443Big Jim’s: 4-7 p.m., 843-785-1165Bistro 17: 4-7 p.m., 843-785-5517Bistro Mezzaluna: 5-7 p.m., 843-842-5011Black Marlin Hurricane Bar: 4-7 p.m. 843-785-4950Bomboras Grille: $3 menu, 843-689-2662British Open Pub: 4-7 p.m., 843-686-6736Captain Fishy’s: 4-7 p.m., 843-671-3474Captain Woody’s: 4-7 p.m., 843-785-2400Catch 22: 5-6:30 p.m., 843-785-6261Charbar: 4-7, 843-785-2427Chart House: 4-7 p.m., 843-342-9066CocoNutz Sports Bar: 4-7 p.m., 843-842-0043CQ: 843-671-2779Crazy Crab: 4-6 p.m. Jarvis Creek Bar, 843-681-5021 Daniel’s Steakhouse: 4:30-6:30 p.m., 843-341-9379DryDock: 4-7 p.m., 843-842-9775

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Big Bamboo: Live music. Mon & Thus 6pm all deck jam with Johnny Breeze, Tuesday 2 for 1 live music on the deck, Wed Reggae Night 9pm, Friday All Beatles - The Beagles , Sat - Band Jam 8PM 843-686-3443.

Big Jim’s: Seasonal live entertainment. Thursdays and Saturdays, 5-8 p.m. 843-785-1165.

Bistro Mezzaluna: Live entertainment and dancing. Teri Rini and & Co. (jazz, piano) 7 p.m. Wednesdays, TARGET the Band (Motown, shag) 8 p.m. Fridays. Various artists on the piano 7 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays. 843-842-5011.

Captain Fishy: Call for information. 843-671-3474

Catch 22: In the bar from 5-6:30 pm. with several drink and appetizer specials. 843-785-6261

CharBar Co.: Frequent live music entertainment. 843-785-2427.

Chart House: Live music Friday-Saturday, 6-9 p.m. 843-342-9066.

CocoNutz Sportz Bar: Alexandria Danyale, Southern Grace, Fridays 10pm – late

Daniels Steakhouse, Tapas Bar & Nightclub: Dance floor with live music and DJs nightly. Late Night Ladies’ Night, Wednesdays from 10 p.m.-2 a.m.; Latin Nights, Thursdays from 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., includes free salsa dancing lessons from professionals (9:30-11:30 p.m.); DJ and Dance Party every Friday-Saturday from 10 p.m.-2 a.m. 843-341-9379.

DryDock: Live music. 843-842-9775.

ELA’s: Live entertainment. 843-785-3030.

Frosty Frog: Live Acoustic Music Nightly on their newly expanded outside seating. 843.686.FROG (3764)

Hilton Head Brewing Co.: Live music on the deck, 5-8 p.m., Thursday-Saturday. In season. Karaoke Sundays, starting at 10 p.m. 843-785-3900.

Hinchey’s Chicago Bar & Grill: Live entertain-ment by local artists suppertime on the deck (in season) and late night inside. Never a cover charge. 843-686-5959.

Hudson’s Seafood House on the Docks: Seasonal live entertainment. 843-681-2772.

Hugo’s: Live entertainment. 843-785-4746

It’s Greek to Me: Please call for information. 843-842-4033

Kingfisher Seafood & Steak House: Live entertain-ment almost every night. Kerry Pollack, comedian and

magician five nights a week! David Wingo playing soft rock and classics on Wednesdays. Thursday stop by for acoustic favorites with Pete Carroll. Friday The Earl Williams Band plays Jazz and Blues. No cover. Com-edy Club & Magic Club upstairs, admission charge. 843-785-4442.

Main Street Cafe & Pub: Todd Merideth plays classic guitar Tuesday nights. 843-689-3999.

Marley’s: Call for information. 843-686-5800

Mellow Mushroom: Trivia contest every Wednesday night at 9 p.m. Karaoke Saturdays at 10 p.m. 843-686-2474.

Old Oyster Factory: Live music and juggling on the back deck Sunday - Friday nights, Memorial Day Weekend, June 1 - August 9.. 843-681-6040.

One Hot Mama’s: Live Music in the courtyard through October, weather permitting. 6-9pm Sunday through Thursday. Family Friendly. 843-682-MAMA

Ruby Lee’s: Monday - Saturday live entertainment, 7 p.m. 843-681-7829.

Salty Dog Cafe: Live entertainment in season most nights. 843-671-CAFE

San Miguel’s: Live entertainment in season.In beau-tiful Shelter Cove Harbour. 843-842-4555.

Santa Fe Cafe: Mellow guitar and song on the attractive upstairs veranda. 7-10 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday. 843-785-3838. Scott’s Fish Market: Live entertainment. 843-785-7575.

Skillets: Gordon Persons plays Big Band sounds. Friday- Sunday 6-9 p.m., and for Sunday brunch from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 843-785-3131.

Skull Creek Boathouse : Sunset Reggae Parties every Monday through Sep-tember, Tuesdays beginning in October featuring PATWA. 7-10pm. Monthly Full Moon Party with Live Music. 843-681-3663

Smokehouse Ribs, Rhythm, Brews: Live enter-tainment. Friday and Saturday nights. 843-842-4227.

Street Meet: Call for information. 843-842-2570.

Topside: Live entertainment nightly. 843-842-1999

Up the Creek Pub & Grill: Frequent entertainment. 843-681-3625.

Urban Vegan: Call for information. 843-671-3474.

Looking for some nightlife? Hilton Head Island and the surrounding area is loaded with entertainment options such as live music, karaoke, team trivia, bar bingo, stand-up comedy or dance parties. Performers and schedules are subject to change without notice.

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Mellow Mushroom (Page 90) 878 Fording Island Rd. (Hwy. 278, at intersection with Simmonsville Road), 843-706-0800; 35 Park Plaza (near Harris Teeter), South end, Hilton Head Island, 843-686-2474, www.mellowmushroom.com. Pizza. Mellow Mushroom specializes in pizza, calzones, hoa-gies, salads and other good things to eat. All pizza is made with spring water dough, prepared fresh daily.

NEO See also: New Restaurants 326 Moss Creek Village, Bluffton, 843-837-5111, www.neohhi.com. American. Executive Chef Russell Keane, a graduate of the prestigious Johnson & Wales Univer-sity and longtime contributor to the Hilton Head Island culinary scene, has opened NEO – the Lowcountry’s first “farm to table” gastropub.

New York City Pizza (Page 91) 81 Pope Ave. (Heritage Plaza), 843-842-2227; 45 Pembroke Dr. (105 Festival Centre), 843-689-2229; 107 Towne Drive,(Belfair Towne Village), Bluffton 843-757-9500. NYCP is an upscale Italian pizzeria featuring Authentic New York Pies and Italian homemade and housemade dishes with a full bar.

Old Town Dispensary See also: More News About Restaurants 15 Captains Cove, Bluffton, 843-837-1893, oldtown-dispensary.squarespace.com. American. Old Town Dispensary owner Thomas Viljac has partnered with Matt Jording, owner of Hilton Head’s acclaimed Sage Room, to give the popular bar a menu unlike any other in Bluffton.

Orobello’s Bistro & Pizzeria See also: New Restaurants 103 Buckwalter Place, Unit 108, Bluffton, 843-837-5637, www.orobellosbluffton.com. Italian. A family owned and operated Italian bistro and pizzeria, voted “Favorite New Restaurant” by readers of Bluffton Monthly magazine. Orobello’s specializes in fresh, homemade Italian cuisine infused with southern hos-pitality. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Sunday brunch is 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Pino Gelato Gourmet Café See also: New Restaurants 1536 Fording Island Road (Bridge Center), Bluffton, 843-837-2633, pinogelatogourmetcafe.com. Italian/American. A European-style coffeehouse that offers freshly roasted coffee and high-end treats. High-quality desserts, sandwiches, flatbreads and more. No items have preservatives.

Pour Richard’s 4376 Bluffton Parkway, Bluffton, 843-757-1999, www.pourrichardsbluffton.com. American. Pour Richard’s contemporary, Low Country inspired dishes travel the globe, and change with the seasons, as does their

eclectic wine list. A full bar, specialty cocktails, and unique craft beers all keep current with the seasonal menu.

R Bar & Grill See also: New Restaurants 70 Pennington Dr., Suite 1, Bluffton, 843-757-7264, www.rbarbluffton.com. American. The newest hotspot in Bluffton, opened by popular bartenders Tanya Aqui-no, Brandon Capria and Benjamin Powers. The R Bar offers “upscale bar food with a twist.”

Sigler’s Rotisserie & Seafood 12 Sheridan Park Circle, Bluffton, 843-815-5030, www.siglersrotisserieofhiltonhead.com. American/seafood. Sigler’s Rotisserie & Seafood is a local favorite, known for excellent food, service and overall consis-tency. Dinner is served nightly from 4:30-9:30 p.m.

Stooges Café 25 Sherington Drive, Ste. F, 843-706-6178. Breakfast/American. Eat gourmet specials, eggs, omelets and hot meals at unbeatable prices while watching classic episodes of The Three Stooges, The Little Rascals or I Love Lucy on one of the TVs. Some say Stooges has the best grits in the Lowcountry, if not all of South Carolina.

Subway (Page 62) 1460 Fording Island Rd., 843-836-3880; Bluffton Common at Belfair, 843-706-5600; 103 Buckwalter Pkwy., 843-706-3031; Village at Wexford, HHI 843-785-7800; Northridge Plaza, HHI, 843-686-3466; 1511 Main Street Village, HHI, 843-342-3610, www.subway.com. Deli/Sandwiches. Huge selection of salads and sandwiches.

Tavern 46 See also: New Restaurants 16 Kitties Landing Rd., Bluffton, 843-815-2327, www.tavern46.com. American/Steaks. Looking for a unique dining experience or an unforgettable sports bar? Tavern 46, located on Highway 46 (just off U.S. 278) is it. A casual, yet upscale dining atmosphere offers a menu including a selection of steaks and local seafood.

Truffles (Page 5) Belfair Towne Village, Bluffton, 843-815-5551; also two Hilton Head Island locations; www.trufflescafe.com. American. Casual cafe featuring the “freshest and finest of everything!” Fresh local seafood, Black Angus steaks, baby back ribs, homemade soups and fresh garden salads.

Vineyard 55 55 Calhoun Street, Bluffton; 843 757 WINE (9463); www.vineyard55.com Voted Bluffton’s best bar, there’s a fun, buzzy, casual atmosphere inside. The walls are decorated with eclectic, vintage memorabilia. Lunch and dinner served daily from 11:30 and Brunch is served on Sundays from 11:30AM.

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Bella Italia (Page 78) 95 Mathews Dr. (Port Royal Plaza), North end, 843-689-5560, www.bellaitaliahhi.com. Italian/Pizza. Family oriented neighborhood restaurant serving lots of good food at affordable prices. Attractive, intimate, but not fancy, Bella Italia has been pleasing customers for more than 21 years by placing lots of emphasis on freshness and quality, including the sauces, the home-made meatballs, fried-daily eggplant, in-house cut chicken, and more. Pizza and salads are specialties. Large pizzas will feed a family. Try one of the $9.50 lunch specials, including a salad, garlic bread, a soft drink and a choice of 12 entrées. Lunch 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.Mon- Fri. Dinner 4:30-9:30 p.m. Sun-Thurs. 4:30-10 Fri and Sat. Early Bird 4:30-6 pm. Catering, take-out and children’s menu available. Delivery avail-able mid-island to the bridge.

Bistro Mezzaluna (Page 82) 55 New Orleans Rd. (Fountain Center, near Sea Pines Circle behind McDonald’s), South end, 843-842-5011, www.bistromezzalunahhi.com. Italian. By popular de-mand, local owners Mark and Valerie have created new “petite” sizes on many of their regular menu entrées, served a la carte from 5 p.m. to close. Sunset menu featuring 18 entrées served 5-6:15 p.m. from $14.95 to $16.95 with a complimentary glass of house wine and house salad. Beautifully prepared veal scaloppini entrées including house specialty Osso Bucco, excel-lent fresh chicken, seafood, pasta and Black Angus steaks. Sauces and breads are house made. Happy hour nightly from 5-7 p.m. in the bar area. Outdoor dining on the patio, weather permitting. Attractive, romantic restaurant with a dance floor. Kids menu available. Visit their website for complete menus, en-tertainment schedules, specials and coupons.

Flora’s Italian Cafe (Page 80) 841 William Hilton Pkwy. (Hwy. 278, South Island Square Shopping Center, near Palmetto Dunes), South end, 843-842-8200, www.florasitaliancafe.com. Italian. Family-owned by a dynamic European couple and their son. The husband is a renowned chef, having cooked for several heads of state, while the wife is an excellent pastry chef. Excellent selection of hot and cold appetizers, tempting entrées including pastas, seafood, chops and veal, and wonderful homemade desserts. Choose from an appealing selection of wines from California, Italy and Australia. Dinner is served Mon.-Sat., from 5-10 p.m. Outstanding Sunset Dinner for $16.95 from 5-5:45 p.m., includes soup or salad; choice of eight entrées plus a daily special; choice of dessert; coffee, tea or a free glass of house wine. Reservations available.

Il Carpaccio (Page 83) 430 Pineland Station, North end, 843-342-9949, www.ilcarpaccioofhiltonhead.com. Italian. Il Carpac-cio serves a wide variety of authentic Italian cuisine, ranging from the highly regarded cuisine of Northern Italy to genuine crispy, thin-crust, Italian-style pizza. Casual, attractive restaurant overlooking the duck pond in Pineland Station, with large, attractive bar and a genuine brick oven (imported from Italy) for baking pizza. Food is the star of this unique restaurant. At-tractive new additional dining room perfect for group functions. Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. and dinner from 5:30 p.m. “until,” Monday-Saturday. Take-out is available. Reservations are available but walk-ins are welcome.

Michael Anthony’s (Pages 76-77) 37 New Orleans Road, (Orleans Plaza), South end, 843-785-6272, www.michael-anthonys.com. Family owned and operated since 2002, Michael Anthony’s offers upscale classic Italian fine dining featuring innovative preparations and farm fresh ingredients. Acknowledged by Open Table as one of the Top 50 Italian Restaurants in the country. Dinner is served Monday through Saturday from 5:15. A menu of Italian styled tapas is available in the bar starting at 5:00pm. An $18.50 three-course early dining menu is offered from 5:15pm to 5:45 pm nightly. Must be seated by 5:45pm. Reservations suggested.

Ombra Cucina Rustica (Page 81) See also: New Restaurants 1000 William Hilton Parkway G-2,The Village at Wex-ford, South end, 843-842-5505, Italian. Being of Ital-ian heritage Chef Michael Cirafesi proudly promotes all of the foods and wines of Italy. He prepares all pastas, homemade gnocchi, desserts and breads daily as well as a large variety of fish, veal, beef and game additions using only natural and fresh ingredients imported from Italy. An extensive wine list is available with a brilliant array of wines from every region in Italy. The restaurant also features a European style bar and lounge with a large selection of Italian specialty cocktails, aperitifs, digestivos, homemade limoncello, and grappa. Open nightly from 4:30 until 10 p.m. Reservations are recom-mended and walk-ins welcome. Call (843) 842-5505 or visit www.ombrahhi.com.

Pino Gelato (Page 84) 1000 William Hilton Pkwy. (Village at Wexford), South end, 843-842-2822, www.pinogelato.com. Italian. Authentic Italian gelateria making more than 50 fla-vors of its own gelato (Italian ice cream), sorbetto, affogato, and more, on the premises, using traditional Italian recipes since 2004. Gelato is 93 percent fat-


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EDITOR’S NOTE: Family owned and operated since 2002, Michael Anthony’s offers upscale dining featuring traditional Italian cuisine. Recognized as one of the Top 50 Italian restaurants in the country by Open Table. Recipient of Wine Spectator magazine’s Award of Excellence, and named “Best Italian” by the readers of both Hilton Head Monthly and the Island Packet. Dinner Monday –Saturday starting at 5:15pm. Reservations suggested. Call 843-785-6272 or go to www.michael-anthonys.com.

GLI ANTIPASTIAntipasto della Casa al ItalianoAssortment of Italian meats, cheeses and

marinated vegetables $14.00Caprese

Tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers, basil oil and bal-samic drizzle $9.50

Carpaccio di Manzo�inly sliced raw black angus beef dressed with lemon, extra

virgin olive oil and shaved parmigiano $12.00Cozze al Marinara

Fresh mussels sautéed with fresh tomato, white wine and garlic $11.00

Insalate con Gorgonzola, Pera e PignoliBaby greens with sweet Gorgonzola, pears and

honey roasted pine nuts $9.00Insalata Cesare

Classic Caesar Salad $8.00Insalata di Barbabietole con Cipolle

Red beet salad with red onion, balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil and fresh mint topped with goat cheese $9.50

Insalata AgrodolceMixed baby greens, arugula, baby endive, red onion, fennel and

fresh oranges with a red wine vinaigrette and ricotta salata $8.50Calamaretti in “Inzimino”

Baby calamari sauteed with white wine, fresh tomato,crushed red pepper and capers $11.00

Zuppa di ToscanaTuscan soup with white beans, Italian sausage and spinach $8.00

Polpette alla FiorentinaHomemade beef, veal and pork meatballs baked with pomodoro

sauce and Parmigiano $9.00

PASTATagliatelle alla Bolognese

Homemade ribbon pasta with classic meat sauce of Bologna $18.50

Gnocchi di Patate alla BoscaiolaHomemade potato gnocchi with wild mushrooms, peas, pancetta,

tomato and a touch of cream $18.00Strozzapreti con Funghi e Salsiccia

“Priest stranglers” pasta in a light cream sauce with wild mushrooms and Italian sausage $20.00

Spaghetti alle PescatoreSpaghetti with shell�sh and seafood sautéed in a white wine and

spicy fresh tomato sauce $25.00Spaghetti con Granchio, Arugula e Pomodoro FrescaSpaghetti with fresh lump crab, arugula and sweet baby tomatoes

sautéed with white wine, garlic and olive oil $23.00

Agnolotti di ZuccaHomemade butternut squash ravioli with butter sage sauce

$19.00Bucatini a Cacio e Pepe

Hollow spaghetti with butter, caciocavello cheese and cracked black pepper $16.00

CARNI E PESCIPollo alla Parmigiana

Chicken breast lightly breaded and fried, baked with pomodoro sauce, fresh mozzarella and Parmigiano $22.00

Pollo al MattoneChicken breast seared under a brick with lemon parsley gremolata, agrodolce salad and roasted potatoes $25.00

Capesante con Purea di Fagioli CannelliniSeared sea scallops, warm cannellini bean puree, sautéed

spinach, Romesco sauce and balsamic drizzle $31.00Petto di Anatra

Breast of duck stu�ed with pancetta, wild mushrooms, chestnuts and gorgonzola with an Amarena cherry and Chianti reduction $28.00

Involtini di VitelloMedallions of veal rolled with spinach, sharp provolone andItalian sausage, sauteed with white wine, demi-glace and a

touch of fresh tomato $29.00Scaloppine di Vitello ai Funghi

Scaloppine of veal sautéed with wild mushrooms, garlic, white wine and tru�e butter $29.00

Filetto di Manzo con Peppe e Salsa al Sangiovese

Peppercorn encrusted �let mignon of beef with a Sangiovese reduction and wild mushroom garnish $37.00

Bistecca alla FiorentinaTuscan style herb encrusted bone-in rib eye

$38.00Pesce Fresco dell Giorno

Daily selection of fresh �sh

PASTICCERIA DELLA CASATiramisu Classico

Espresso and rum soaked lady�ngers layered with a mascarpone mousse and cocoa $7.00

Sformata di Cioccolata con Gelato VanillaHot soft centered chocolate sou�e’ cake with gelato $8.50

Panna Cotta con Frutta FrescaTuscan vanilla cream pudding served with fresh fruit $8.00

Profiterole alla CioccolataHomemade Italian creme pu�s �lled with vanilla cream,

served with warm chocolate sauce and chocolate gelato $7.00

ORLEANS PLAZA • 37 NEW ORLEANS ROAD • 785-6272 • Serving Dinner Monday – Saturday from 5:15

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Authentic Italian gelateria making more than 50 flavors of their own gelato (Italian ice cream), sorbetto, affogato and more on the premises, using traditional Italian recipes. Their gelato contains only the highest quality ingredients shipped directly from Italy. It is so extraordinarily smooth, creamy and delicious that it is served by some of Hilton Head’s finest restaurants and country clubs. Also Italian pastries, cookies, gelato cakes, milkshakes, espresso, latte and more. Call 843-842-2822 for more information.

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Trattoria Divina is an island favorite for fine Italian dining. Proprietor and executive chef Hugo Lee has more than 15 years of experience in farm-to-table Italian restaurants in California. Try the Cappasante Alla Divina: jumbo sea scallops, fresh shrimp, house-made tomato fettuccine, fresh organic corn and a spicy lobster sauce. Rare Italian wines, too. Park Plaza near Sea Pines Circle. Call 843-686-4442 for more information.

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There are approximately 3 billion fortune cookies made each year around the world, the vast majority of them used for consumption in the United States. Here are a few actual fortunes cookie fortunes. Pick a number between 1 and 20 and find your fortune!

1. Conquer your fears or they will conquer you.2. You only need look to your own reflection for inspiration.

Because you are Beautiful!3. Good news from afar may bring you a welcome visitor.4. When all else seems to fail, smile for today and just

love someone.5. When you look down, all you see is dirt, so keep

looking up.6. If you are afraid to shake the dice, you will never throw

a six.7. A single conversation with a wise man is better than

ten years of study.8. Happiness is often a rebound from hard work.9. You’re true love will show himself to you under the

moonlight.10. Do not follow where the path may lead. Go where there

is no path...and leave a trail11. Do not fear what you don’t know12. The object of your desire comes closer.13. If you wish to know the mind of a man, listen to his

words14. You will have unexpected great good luck.15. You will have a pleasant surprise16. Your ability for accomplishment will be followed by

success.17. We can’t help everyone. But everyone can help

someone. 18. You have an unusual equipment for success, use it

properly.19. Emotion is energy in motion.20. You will soon be honored by someone you respect.

WHAT’S YOUR FORTUNE?

T h a i • A S I A N


RUAN FAVORITESTOM YUM

A flavorful aromatic hot and sour soupenhanced with variations of fresh

authentic Thai herbs and spices such as lemon grass, and galangal root

with your choice of:Chicken 3.95 - Shrimp 4.95 - Tofu $3.50

CRISPY DUCKRoasted half duck with your choice of sauce: Basil sauce or Honey sauce.

Served with rice. 20.95

NAM TOK Sliced grilled sirloin steak tossed in chili, red onions, basil, cilantro, green onions,

lime juice and Thai herbs. 8.95

COCONUT SHRIMPCrispy Gogi battered calamari served

with Thai sweet chili sauce. 8.95

GRILLED OR FRIED CALAMARI

Skewered calamari marninated with Thai sweet chili sauce. 8.95

RUAN THAI FRIED RICEDelicate sweet and

sour pineapple, shrimp, chicken,egg, onions, green onions, raisins,

and cashew nuts, aromatizedby Thai herbs. 18.95

SEASONAL SPECIALSPO TAK

Hot and spicy soup with a combination of seafood, mushrooms, onions and

ginger. 15.95/For Four People

SHRIMP & SCALLOPS IN MUSSAMAN CURRY

Pan seared sea scallops and shrimp in a mild mussaman curry sauce served

with slices of avocado, potatoes, carrots, cashew nuts, and a side of rice.19.95

SHRIMP IN ROUGELightly seared shrimp, bell pepper,

brocoli, snow pea, and carrot in Red currry peanut sauce. 18.95

WHOLE SNAPPER OR WHOLE FLOUNDER

Your choice of either a whole flounder or snapper, scored and fried and then served with a three-flavor sauce and a

side of rice. Market Price

SEAFOOD BASKETAn array of seafood and vegetables are steamed inside a boil basket. Flavors of coconut milk, and curry paste flow

throughout to marinate the delights within. 21.95

HOUSE SPECIALTIESPAD THAI

THAI GINGER

RED CURRY

GREEN CURRY

YELLOW CURRY

THAI BASIL

DRUNKEN NOODLES

THAI GARLIC

GARDEN NOODLE

LEMON GRASS CHICKEN WITH

PEANUT SAUCE

CHILDREN’S MENUChicken nuggets, Grilled cheese,

French fries, Children’s portion of Ruan’s most popular:

Pad Thai or fried rice

Business HouRs:Monday - Thursday 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. • 4:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.Friday 11:00 a .m.-3:00 p.m. • 4:30 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Saturday Lunch 12 p.m.-3 p.m. • Dinner 4:30-10 p.m.Sunday 5:00 p.m.w-9:00 p.m; Ruan I Only.

Ruan I - Hilton Head Island811 William Hilton Parkway843-785-8575 • fax 843-785-8576 Ruan Hut - Hilton Head Island1107 Main Street843-681-3700 • fax 843-681-3703

Ruan II - Bluffton26 Towne Drive, Belfair Towne Village843-757-9479 • fax 843-706-3628

Visit www.myruanthai.comfor a look at our Full Menu!

All Items and Prices are subject to change.

Added to Above.Your ChoICe of:

EARLY DINING SPECIAL - 16.95Monday - Thursday, 4:30 - 6:30.

salad, spring roll, choice of 5 entrees, beverages, (house red or white wine; hot or iced tea; or coffee.)

January through April only. Ruan i and Ruan Thai Hut only.

Lunch DinnerVeGeTABLe oR ToFu 7.50 12.95CHiCken oR PoRk 8.25 13.95BeeF 8.25 13.95sHRiMP 9.50 16.95

Ruan Thai CuisineTRADITION WITH A TASTEFUL TOUCH

EDITOR’S NOTE: Bunruan Suphata (Ruan), a native of Thailand, prepares authentic Thai fare based upon the cuisine of central Thailand. Spices are freshly ground and everything is prepared from scratch. Portions are generous. Lunch is served Monday through Saturday, and dinner (complete with white tablecloths) is served nightly. Children’s menu, take-out and dinner reservations available.

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Asian Bistro (Page 96)51 New Orleans Rd. (near Sea Pines Circle), South end, 843-686-9888. Asian. Asian Bistro is located in an attractive contemporary-style premises. Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisines are served. There also is a sushi bar, a traditional bar where libations of various kinds may be enjoyed. The regular menu is augmented by an extensive all-you-can-eat, very well-priced buffet at lunch. Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., and the regular menu continuously from 11:30 a.m. through dinner. Take-out is available.

Hinoki Restaurant & Sushi Bar (Page 94)37 New Orleans Rd. (Orleans Plaza, near Sea Pines Circle), South end, 843-785-9800, hinokihhi.com. Asian. Hinoki serves traditional Japanese dishes such as grilled fish, chicken and steak, sukiyaki, a variety of noodle dishes, tempura, and many daily specials, plus sushi and sashimi. More than 20 entrées. Lunch (11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.) Monday-Friday, and dinner (5:30-10 p.m.) Monday-Saturday. Lunch specials from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Homemade desserts. Early dining menu until 7 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Reservations are rec-ommended for dinner.

Kurama Seafood, Steak House & Sushi (Page 93)9 Palmetto Bay Road (South End in front of Staples), 843.785.4955, KuramaHHI.com. You and your group can gather around one of their many hibachi grills and enjoy dinner and a show as their talented chefs prepare a delicious teppanyaki-style meal. Comprised of fine meats, seafood, vegetables and rice, these dishes are fun and delicious. If you a looking for a more intimate experience, steal away to their quiet sushi bar where highly-trained sushi chefs will create masterpieces right before your eyes. Open daily from 4:30-10:00pm. Children’s menu, Early Bird, Happy Hour and take-out are all available. Casual dress. Reservations accepted.

Okko (Page 97)95 Mathews Dr. (Port Royal Plaza), North end, 843-341-3377. Asian. Okko specializes in contemporary Japanese and Thai cuisine. The atmosphere is sleek and upscale. Six hibachi tables are in a separate, glass-enclosed room. The bar and lounge area accom-modates 30 people, and there are two private rooms. One of the only hibachi restaurants on the island. The restaurant was created by the owners of the popular Asian Bistro in New Orleans Plaza. Open for lunch and dinner. Lunch and Early bird specials available daily. Late-night menu of small portions 10-11:30 p.m. Hap-py Hour is 4-7 p.m. Open until midnight on weekends.

Ruan Thai Cuisine (Page 95)811 William Hilton Pkwy. (Hwy. 278, near Palmetto Dunes), South end, 843-785-8575, www.myruanthai.com. Asian. Bunruan Suphata (Ruan), a native of Thai-land, cooks authentic Thai fare based upon the cuisine of central Thailand. It ranges from curries to seafood to duck. Everything is prepared from scratch. Portions are generous. Lunch (informal) is served Monday-Sat-urday, and dinner (complete with white tablecloths) seven days a week. Three-course early dining special from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday. A children’s menu, take-out and dinner reservations are available.

VariAsian (Page 100)840 William Hilton Pkwy., South end, 843-785-9000. Asian. With all-you-can eat sushi for just $8.95, this is one of Hilton Head Island’s most popular lunch buffets. VariAsian also offers daily specials, a dinner buffet and has an extensive menu that includes Asian fusion, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Singaporean, Taiwanese and vegetarian cuisine. All ingredients are extremely fresh. Groups and kids are welcome. Monday-Friday, VariAsian is open 11 a.m.-4 p.m. for lunch and 4 p.m.-10 p.m. for dinner. Saturday-Sunday, they are open 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. for lunch and 4-10 p.m. for diner. Early Bird special from 4-6 pm. Take-out, reservations and catering are available..

Yummy House Chinese & Japanese Restaurant (Page 99) 2 South Wood Park (just off Hwy. 278, near Hilton Head Plantation), North end, 843-681-5888, www.yummyhousehiltonhead.com. Asian. Yummy House blends traditional culinary art with the modern concept of fine dining in an elegant contemporary atmosphere. Experience the distinctive menu featuring more than 80 dishes ranging from traditional Japanese favorites to classic Thai foods from across Asia. Extensive all-you-can-eat lunch buffet. Lunch is served seven days a week from 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., and dinner from 4-10 p.m. Early bird specials offer up to 20 percent off dinner items, not applicable to take-out. Ask about Yummy House’s delivery.

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Big Jim’s BBQ, Burgers & Pizza (Page 1137 Trent Jones Lane, Palmetto Dunes, South end, 843-785-1165, www.palmettodunes.com/big-jims. BBQ/American/Pizza. Big Jim’s BBQ, Burgers & Pizza offers up signature Southern dishes including slow-cooked barbecue and brisket, a variety of gourmet burgers and grilled pizzas plus homemade soups, salads, seafood, steaks and fall-off-the-bone ribs. Big Jim’s is located at 7 Trent Jones Lane, inside the Robert Trent Jones Clubhouse. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and din-ner. Classic breakfast menu served 7-10 a.m. Happy hour is 4-7 p.m. daily. Live entertainment is offered seasonally with daily specials that include Martini Mondays and Prime Rib Wednesdays from 5-9 p.m. Big screen TVs and outdoor seating overlooking the Jones golf course make Big Jim’s the perfect spot to watch sports. Take-out and catering are also available.

Bullies BBQ (Page 106) 3 Regency Parkway, South end, 843-686-7427, www.bulliesbbq.com. Ribs/barbecue. Bullies BBQ serves generous portions and prides itself on quality food at a fair price. A pulled pork or a pulled chicken sandwich is just $5.50. Bul-lies also offers jumbo sandwiches and dinner plates with french fries, cole slaw and jalapeño cheddar cornbread. Other sides include mac and cheese, Carolina cole slaw and kickin collards. Everything is slow-smoked over hickory and mesquite woods and can be topped off with one of four original sauces. Super lunch specials. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mon. through Sat. and noon to 9 p.m. on Sunday.

Crane’s Tavern Steakhouse & Seafood (Page 107)26 New Orleans Rd. (near Sea Pines Circle), South end, 843-341-2333, www.cranestavern.com. Amer-ican/Steak/Seafood. Crane’s Tavern Steakhouse & Seafood is a great destination for steak and seafood lovers, where numerous cuts of only USDA Prime grade beef, including its Famous Prime Rib, are served along with an excellent selection of fresh fish, seafood and pasta dishes. Recipient of Wine Spec-tator magazine’s Award of Excellence for its selection and knowledge of wine. Everything, from dressings to dessert, that can be is homemade. Dinner is served nightly from 5 p.m. Multi-course early bird is $16.95 (5-6 p.m. daily). A children’s menu is available. Res-ervations are appreciated.

Daniel’s Steakhouse, Tapas Bar & Nightclub (Page 111)2 North Forest Beach Dr. (Beach Market), South end, 843-341-9379, www.danielshhi.com. American/Mediterranean/Caribbean. Daniel’s serves “big small

plates” featuring the cuisines of the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, the East and the ocean. The large tapas-style servings are consistent with the restau-rant’s desire to be upscale but not pricey. Daniel’s offers patrons both a restaurant/lounge area and a large, new, very sophisticated additional lounge. The new lounge offers music and serves a wide selection of wines. Daniel’s serves lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and dinner from 5 p.m. to midnight. The bar remains open until 2 a.m. Happy hour specials from 4:30-6:30 p.m. daily. Reservations, outdoor dining and a kids menu are available.

Harbour Town Grill Page 3)11 Lighthouse Lane, Sea Pines, South end, 843-363-8380, www.seapines.com/dining. Steaks/American. Located at the clubhouse of world-famous Harbour Town Golf Links, this Tuscan-style steakhouse features wonderful steaks, delicious pastas, sides, desserts, a children’s menu and an early bird value menu. Harbour Town Grill was given the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, which recognizes restaurants with a true dedication to wine. Open daily from 7 a.m.-9 p.m. for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Sunday brunch. Special winter value menu served nightly from 5-9 p.m. in addition to the regular menu features two courses for $21 or three courses for $25. Gate fee credit. Reser-vations are suggested.

One Hot Mama’s (Page 112)7-A Greenwood Drive (near Sea Pines Circle), South end, 843-682-6262, www.onehotmamas.com. Ameri-can/Barbecue/Ribs. Mama serves meats, smoked low and slow, that are sure to please. Enjoy Award-Win-ning Wings and Ribs, or steaks hand cut daily. All sides are homemade in small batches. Specialties include quality steaks, baby back ribs, pork, brisket, seafood, smoked and fried BBQ chicken. Pleasant, casual open atmosphere. Choose to dine indoors or out. Open for lunch, dinner and late night. Early Bird from 3-5:15pm. Happy Hour from 4-7pm. Delivery available through Restaurant Express. Children’s menu and catering available.starting at 11 a.m.

Smokehouse Ribs, Rhythm, Brews (Page 108-109)34 Palmetto Bay Rd. (near Sea Pines Circle), South end, 843-842-4BBQ (4227), www.smokehousehhi.com. Steaks/Ribs/Barbecue. Smokehouse, which has been serving wood-fired barbecue since 1999, has an outstanding reputation for award-winning ribs, wings and chili. Its baby back ribs, pulled pork barbecue, wings and chili have won numerous first place awards. Happy hour from 3-6 p.m. daily, featuring $2 domestic

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Scott’s serves excellent fresh seafood and prime beef in attractive premises directly on the waterfront. Everything that can be obtained fresh is prepared fresh. Enjoy both indoor and outdoor dining and bars. Seafood specials are offered every night. Dinner is served from 4 p.m. Monday-Sunday. Scott’s is located to right of statue of Neptune as you face Shelter Cove Harbour. Just walk to the water and turn right. Please call 843-785-7575 for more information.

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Saturdays and Sundays. Early dining from 4-5:30 p.m. gives you a choice of 12 entree selections, soup or salad and a soft drink for $15. Happy hour is 4-7 p.m. with $3.75 margaritas, $2.75 house wines and Coronas. Happy hour food specials.

Captain Fishy’s (Page 137) See Also: New Restaurants 86 Helmsman Way (Palmetto Bay Marina), South end, 843-671-3474. Dine on “peel-um” shrimp, grilled, fried or blackened seafood baskets, as well as a selection of soups and sandwiches. There’s a special menu for your little Tadpoles as well. A full bar is available and Captain Fishy’s is home to the world famous Moon-shine Mimosa. Dine inside or out on a pet-friendly patio. Inside Captain Fishy’s is the Urban Vegan, which serves up vegan and vegetarian food.

Captain Woody’s (Page 129) Captain Woody’s Hilton Head has moved to 6 Target Road, off of Palmetto Bay Road and across from the Publix shopping center. We still have the “Same Fresh Seafood, Cold Beer & Great Happy Hour & Still A Lo-cals Favorite For 30 Years!” They have dining inside and outside on the patio, with friendly owners and staff which adds up to a great place to eat. They also have a big outdoor deck bar featuring beer, wine and our specialty cocktails. Happy Hour is from 4-7 pm and includes a Happy Hour Food Menu. Captain Woody’s serves a wide variety of fresh seafood, great signature sandwiches (Grouper Melt & Po Boy’s), award winning soups and salads all at affordable prices. Open daily from 11am til 10 pm, bar until late. Call (843) 785-2400. The Bluffton Captain Woody’s loation is in the Promenade, 17 State of Mind Street (843) 757-6222.

Chart House (Pages 114-115) 2 Hudson Rd., North end, 843-342-9066, www.chart-house.com. Seafood. Lots of beautifully pre-pared fresh seafood, succulent steaks and delightfully decadent desserts. There are more than 20 fish and other seafood entrées to choose from. Lunch served 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Diner served 3-10 p.m. Monday-Saturday at 3-9 p.m. on Sunday. Sunday brunch from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Early dining from 3-5:30 p.m. Happy hour from 4-7 p.m. in the lounge and patio. A kids menu, take-out and reservations are available. The multilevel Chart House, complete with both extensive indoor and outdoor dining, and with private or semiprivate places to dine.

E L A’s Blu Water Grille (Page 117) 1 Shelter Cove Ln. (Shelter Cove), Mid-island, 843-785-3030, www.elasgrille.com. Seafood. Located high above the entrance to Shelter Cove Harbour, E L A’s

has panoramic views of the harbor in one direction and of the wide waters and marshes of Broad Creek on the other. The food at E L A’s would be well worth a visit even if its location were not so appealing. E L A’s features chef Chris Cohen’s New England influence on fresh catch seafood and steaks of the highest certified quality. Serving dinner seven days a week, starting at 4 p.m. Reservations, a kids menu and take-out are available. Ask about entertainment on Fridays and Saturdays.

Hudson’s Seafood House on the Docks(Pgs 118-119) 1 Hudson Rd. (just off Squire Pope Road on Skull Creek), North end, 843-681-2772, www.hudson-sonthedocks.com. Seafood. With 45 years of casual dining experience and spectacular views of the Intra-coastal 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 nightly specials. Kid’s menu available. Featured on the Food Network and in Bon Appétit. Open daily at 11 a.m.

Kenny B’s Cajun/Creole Seafood (Page 122) 70-A Pope Ave. (Circle Center), 843-785-3315. Sea-food/American/New Orleans. Kenny B’s emphasizes New Orleans Creole cuisine. Chef/owner Ken Ballard describes it as “Creole cuisine with a Lowcountry influ-ence.” Patrons also may order New Orleans traditions such as jambalaya, red beans and rice, and authentic gumbos. Kenny B’s is home of the Island’s best po’ boys and fried seafood. Cajun enthusiasts will enjoy blackened shrimp, chicken and catch of the day. Hilton Head Island’s place for Georgia Dawg football. Kenny B’s offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch.

Kingfisher Seafood & Steak House (Pgs 63, 132-133) 18 Harbourside Ln. (Shelter Cove Harbour), Mid-is-land, 843-785-4442, www.kingfisherseafood.com. Seafood/American. Fresh fish, steaks, prime rib, chicken and pasta are served in spacious, comfortable dining rooms overlooking Shelter Cove Harbour and Broad Creek. Live music. Hilton Head Comedy Club upstairs (admission). Happy hour from 4:30-7 p.m. featuring $2.50 draft, $3 house wine and $4 house liquor. Shrimp is $6 per dozen and oysters are $5 per half-dozen. $16 for a full pound of snow crab legs. Take-out and $4.99 kids menu available. All-you-can-eat pasta for $9.99 Three-course early bird dinner for $14.99 from 4:30-6 p.m. Casual dress. Dinner nightly. Reservations available.



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www.forkandfun.com 127Continued on page 140

EDITOR’S NOTE: Marleys serves up excellent seafood, steaks, lobsters, chicken and pork in a casual, tropical fun environment. You can see the chefs preparing your dinner in their open kitchen, which features a wood-fi red grill and special kettles for their steaming shellfi sh. Great place for margaritas or sangria. Very attractive restaurant. Dinner is served from 5 p.m., every night. Call 843-686-5800 or visit www.marleyshhi.com for more information.

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Main Street Cafe (Page 116) 1411 Main Street. (Main Street Village, near Hilton Head Plantation), North End, 843-689-3999, www.hiltonheadcafe.com. American/Seafood. The cafe specializes in seafood and family favorites for lunch and dinner and what it likes to call “pub fare with a cre-ative flair.” $29.99 All-you-can-eat- crab legs, six nights a week. Children’s Menu, take-out and reservations are available. Food and drink specials daily. Serving Brunch Saturday and Sunday. Happy Hour Mon-Sat. from 4-8pm, features 1/2 price appetizers, $3 wells, $2.00 domestic bottles and $1.59 draft Bud Light. Hours- Mon-Sat. 11am-9pm. Sunday- 11am-3pm and 11am-9pm Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Marleys Island Grille (Pages 126-127) 35 Office Park Rd. (Park Plaza, near Sea Pines), South end, 843-686-5800, www.marleyshhi.com. Seafood. Marleys serves up all sorts of delicious fare cooked on a wood-fired grill, using hickory wood to enhance flavor. Spacious, attractive tropical hideaway-style restaurant with open kitchen. Special steamers for shellfish. Ice Cream & Trading Company, immediately adjacent to the restaurant, features more than 20 ice creams handmade on the premises. Lunch served from 11:30 a.m. and dinner from 5 p.m. (4:30 p.m. Memorial Day through Labor Day) seven days a week. Reservations are available. The Ice Cream & Trading Company is open daily from 12 a.m. in season. Early dining hours vary by season. Happy hour from 4:30-7 p.m. nightly featuring $3 original margaritas, mojitos and house wine, $2 beer and more.

Old Oyster Factory (Back Cover) 101 Marshland Rd., Mid-island, 843-681-6040, www.OldOysterFactory.com. Seafood/American. Panoram-ic marsh and water views. Specializing in fresh seafood and some of the best steaks on Hilton Head. Recently recommended in “Off the Beaten Track” column of The Wall Street Journal. Recipient of Wine Spectator magazine’s “Award of Excellence” for the wine list and knowledge of wine. Children’s menu available. Very large parties can be accommodated easily. Newly expanded outdoor seating. Dinner every night from 4:45 p.m. The bar is open from 4:45 p.m. “until.” Happy Hour 4:45-8 p.m. in the bar and lounge area. Casual dress. No reservations.

Red Fish (Page 2) 8 Archer Rd. (about one mile from Sea Pines Circle), South end, 843-686-3388, www.redfishofhilton-head.com. Seafood/American. AAA Three Diamond restaurant. Red Fish specializes in beautifully prepared seafood and steaks. Diners may choose from a 1,000-

plus bottle selection of wines from around the world to enjoy with their meals or to take home. Private dining room for large parties. Red Fish serves lunch and dinner. $14.95 multi-course early dining specials from 5-5:45 p.m. features soup or salad; choice of seven entrées; and complimentary glass of iced tea, lemonade or chef’s choice of wine.

Scott’s Fish Market Waterfront Restaurant & Bar (Page 123) 17 Harbourside Ln. (Shelter Cove Harbour), Mid-is-land, 843-785-7575, www.scottsfishmarket.com. Seafood. “Island dining at its funnest.” Located wa-terfront to the right of Neptune’s statue, they feature comfortable Caribbean atmosphere combined with “the freshest seafood, with a mild to wild approach.” Land and seafood lovers can choose from a great menu offering everything from hand-cut steaks, home-made pastas and fresh sushi to “just caught” seafood. Nightly specials. Live entertainment at the outdoor bar, 5:30-9:30 p.m. seven days a week. Dinner is served from 4:30-10 p.m. Monday-Saturday, and from 4-9 p.m. Sundays. Sunset Early Bird, 4:30-5:30 p.m. daily features 20 percent off food items. Happy Hour at both bars, 4:30-6:30 p.m. daily featuring frozen tropical drinks, cold beer, martinis and cocktails at “great prices.” Children’s menu, full bar/tapas menu and takeout available.

Sea Grass Grille (Page 125) 807 William Hilton Pkwy. (Plantation Center, near Pal-metto Dunes), South end, 843-785-9990, www.sea-grassgrille.com. Seafood/American. Serves eclectic American and Lowcountry Continental cuisine. Chef Chad, a graduate of the prestigious Culinary Institute of America of Hyde Park, New York, brings 38 years of hands-on culinary expertise to Sea Grass Grille. Only the freshest fish and other ingredients available are used. More than 50 wines by the glass. Won Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence in 2012. The staff also promises that they will serve warmth and familiarity, as well as food you are certain to enjoy. Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., and dinner from 6 p.m. “un-til,” Tuesday-Saturday. Kids menu. Reservations are available for dinner.

Sea Shack (Page 135) 6 Executive Park (off Pope Avenue), South end, 843-785-2464, www.seashackhhi.com. Seafood. Sea Shack serves up one of the island’s most extensive menus of seafood served lots of ways, including grilled, blackened, fried, and more. Its many longtime customers have great affection for its unassuming down-home premises. Very reasonable prices. Locals



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