Dining In & Around Dataw Island

Whether you’re staying close to home or heading into town, there’s no shortage of great dining options - from casual bites to waterfront favorites and refined Low-country cuisine.

◆ On Dataw Island

If you don’t feel like cooking and don’t want to go far, the island has several excellent options right on site:

  • Dataw Island Clubhouse

    • Tide’s Edge Grill - an upscale dining option

    • The Pub - casual fare, dine in or take back to the villa

  • Morgan River Grill
    Waterfront dining at the marina serving classic American and seafood dishes with beautiful water views.

  • Cotton Dike Deli
    A great sandwich shop located next to the pool

◆ Nearby (Short Drive)

  • Foolish Frog | 843-838-9300
    A family-friendly spot with plenty of seafood options.

  • Dockside | 843-379-3288
    Casual waterfront dining with sweeping creek views and excellent sunsets.

  • Ryan’s Pizza & Hibachi | 843-379-9246
    Located in the plaza in front of Walmart.

  • Piace Pizza | 843-379-2237
    A local favorite - take a drive through the nearby Newpoint neighborhood to admire classic Southern homes.

  • Johnson’s Creek Tavern | 843-838-4166
    Great spot for a cold drink on the way back from a Hunting Island beach day!

◆ Port Royal

  • Fishcamp | 843-379-2248
    A relaxed, family-friendly waterfront restaurant overlooking shrimp docks, offering everything from seafood to steak, an outdoor bar, and incredible sunsets.

◆ Downtown Beaufort

(About a 15-minute drive - easy for breakfast, lunch, or dinner)

Casual & Lively

  • Lost Local | 843-379-3838
    Casual spot known for street tacos and craft beer.

  • Hearth | 843-379-9806
    Family-friendly, wood-fired pizza right on Bay Street.

  • Old Bull Tavern | 843-379-2855
    A neighborhood gastropub serving European- and American-inspired comfort food.

Fine Dining

  • Wren Bistro & Bar | 843-524-9463
    A hip neighborhood restaurant with a relaxed yet upscale feel.

  • Saltus River Grill | 843-379-3474
    Elevated seafood and exceptional fare with waterfront views.

  • Breakwater | 843-379-0052
    A modern take on Southern cuisine - lighter, fresher, and thoughtfully prepared.

Breakfast, Lunch & Late Night

  • Blackstone Café | 843-524-4330
    Widely considered the best breakfast spot in town (also serves lunch).

  • Plums | 843-525-1946
    A longtime local staple offering breakfast and lunch with waterfront views.

  • Hearth | 843-379-9806
    Family-friendly, wood-fired pizza right on Bay Street.

  • Luther’s Rare & Well Done | 843-521-1888
    More bar than restaurant - a popular late-night spot with live music on weekends.

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