Seabrook Island Restaurants

Where to Eat Near Seabrook Island: A Curated Guide to Local Favorites

Planning a trip to Seabrook Island and wondering where to eat? I’ve rounded up some of the best spots within 15 miles of the island—from breezy beachfront bites and wood-fired pizzas to cozy cafés, upscale resort dining, and even a few must-visit ice cream shops. Whether you’re staying on Seabrook, heading over to Kiawah, or exploring Johns Island, this list has something for every kind of craving. Consider this your go-to guide for the tastiest meals and treats in the Seabrook Island area.

On-Island Dining at Seabrook Island Club

An amenity card is required to enjoy Seabrook Island Club dining outlets

Pelican’s Nest

Location: Seabrook Island Beach Club
Cuisine: Casual seafood and Southern fare
Highlights: An open-air, oceanfront setting perfect for enjoying shrimp tacos while watching the sunset.

Palmetto Room & Seaview Terrace

Location: Seabrook Island Clubhouse
Cuisine: Upscale Southern cuisine
Highlights: Formal dining with ocean views, offering seasonal seafood specials in an elegant atmosphere.

Bohicket Lounge

Location: Seabrook Island Club
Cuisine: Upscale Southern cuisine
Highlights: Relaxed pub-style dining with stunning views of the Crooked Oaks and Ocean Winds golf courses. Guests enjoy Southern-inspired dishes like the Bohicket Burger with bacon jalapeño jam, smoked wings, and crab dip. A perfect spot to unwind after a round of golf or for a casual lunch or dinner with friends.

Osprey Café

Location: Seabrook Island Beach Club
Cuisine: Coffee, pastries, and grab-and-go items
Highlights: A seasonal café known for its freshly baked croissants and quick bites. Serves breakfast and lunch.

Freshfields Village Favorites (Approx. 1.5 Miles From Seabrook Gatehouse)

La Tela Pizzeria

Cuisine: Neapolitan-style pizza and fresh pasta
Highlights: Family-owned with wood-fired pizzas; the Margherita pizza and house-made limoncello are crowd favorites.

Hege’s Restaurant

Cuisine: French-inspired dishes
Highlights: Casual yet refined dining; patrons rave about the duck confit and extensive wine list.

Fuji Sushi Bar & Grill – Kiawah

Cuisine: Japanese sushi and hibachi
Highlights: Offers a variety of sushi rolls and bento boxes; known for its fresh ingredients and inviting atmosphere.

Cantina 76

Cuisine: Mexican-inspired taqueria and bar
Highlights: Known for inventive tacos, refreshing margaritas, and a lively atmosphere perfect for a casual lunch or evening out.

FortyEight – Wine Bar & Kitchen

Cuisine: Wine bar with light fare
Highlights: Features 48 wines by the glass and delectable charcuterie boards; a haven for wine enthusiasts.

Café Eugenia

Cuisine: Artisan café and gourmet market
Highlights: A charming café offering a seasonally inspired menu with locally sourced ingredients. Guests can enjoy a variety of salads, sandwiches, cheese and charcuterie boards, takeaway meals, coffee, beer, wine, and more.

The Co-Op Frosé & Eatery

Cuisine: Gourmet café with sandwiches, salads, breakfast, and signature frosé
Highlights: A vibrant café known for its extensive selection of frosé flavors and a menu featuring fresh, gourmet sandwiches like the California Turkey and Cowboy Chicken. Popular breakfast items include avocado toast and whipped ricotta toast.

Java Java

Cuisine: Coffeehouse with breakfast and lunch fare
Highlights: A cozy, independently owned café offering locally roasted King Bean coffee, specialty espresso drinks, and a variety of pastries and light bites. Known for its friendly atmosphere and convenient location, it’s a favorite spot for both locals and visitors to relax and recharge.

Jersey Mike’s Subs

Cuisine: Classic sub sandwiches and salads
Highlights: A fast-casual favorite known for fresh-sliced meats and cheeses, in-store baked bread, and signature subs served “Mike’s Way” with lettuce, tomato, onions, oil, vinegar, and spices. Popular picks include the #13 Original Italian and the #7 Turkey & Provolone. Gluten-free bread and catering options are also available.

Vincent’s Soda Fountain

Cuisine: Classic soda fountain
Highlights: Nostalgic charm with root beer floats, banana splits, and milkshakes. Limited hours (Tues–Fri, 11 AM–2:30 PM), but worth the stop for a vintage vibe and treat.

Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream

Bohicket Marina (Approx. 1/2 Mile Away)

Fischer’s Sports Pub & Grill

Cuisine: Classic American pub fare with a seafood focus
Highlights: A beloved local hangout offering hearty burgers, crispy wings, fresh seafood baskets, and signature sandwiches like the Fish Reuben and Patty Melt. Known for its laid-back atmosphere, friendly staff, and scenic marina views. Enjoy watching the game on multiple TVs or challenge friends to a game of pool.

Salty Dog Café

Cuisine: Casual Southern seafood and American classics
Highlights: A beloved waterfront eatery offering breathtaking marina views, live music during summer evenings, and a laid-back atmosphere. Signature dishes include Jake’s Fish Tacos, She Crab Soup, and the Jake-Zilla Burger.

Kiawah Island Favorites (Approx. 6 miles away)

The Ocean Room – The Sanctuary

Cuisine: Upscale steakhouse
Highlights: Kiawah’s premier steakhouse, known for its USDA Prime cuts, an award-winning wine list, and Atlantic Ocean views. Formal dress code; ideal for date night or special occasions.

Jasmine Porch – The Sanctuary

Cuisine: Lowcountry Southern cuisine
Highlights: Southern classics made with local ingredients—don’t miss the she-crab soup or the Sunday jazz brunch. Cozy and elegant with indoor and veranda seating.

Loggerhead Grill – The Sanctuary (seasonal)

Cuisine: Casual poolside fare
Highlights: Perfect for a laid-back lunch by the water—tropical cocktails, mahi mahi tacos, and burgers with a view. Open to the public, but pool use reserved for resort guests.

The Atlantic Room – Ocean Course Clubhouse

Cuisine: Modern American seafood
Highlights: Kiawah’s signature seafood restaurant offering seasonally inspired dishes like the acclaimed “Country Captain” seafood stew, all served with sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and The Ocean Course.

The Ryder Cup Bar – Ocean Course Clubhouse

Cuisine: Upscale casual
Highlights: Outdoor seating with breathtaking views of the Atlantic. Known for its signature “Sunset Shrimp” and elevated bar fare. Great after a round of golf or for sunset drinks.

Cherrywood BBQ & Ale House – Osprey Point Clubhouse

Cuisine: Barbecue
Highlights: Southern-style smoked meats, a strong craft beer lineup, and a bourbon-glazed brisket sandwich that’s a local favorite. Overlooks Osprey Point Golf Course.

Tomasso at Turtle Point

Cuisine: Italian
Highlights: A country-club-style Italian trattoria featuring house-made pastas and seafood dishes. The shrimp scampi and veal parmigiana are especially well-reviewed.

Johns Island Gems (Approx. 10-12 miles away)

Tattooed Moose – Johns Island

Cuisine: Creative pub fare with a Southern twist
Highlights: Famed for Mike’s Famous Duck Club™ and duck fat fries; a quirky spot featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.

Lost Isle – Southern Living’s 2025 Restaurant of the Year

Cuisine: “Fire-to-table” Southern cuisine with global influences
Highlights: An enchanting outdoor dining experience under live oaks; celebrated for smoked tomahawk pork chops and curry-braised collards.

The Dunlin – Auberge Resorts Collection (Approx. 10 miles away)

Linnette’s

Cuisine: Elevated Lowcountry cuisine
Highlights: Modern takes on Southern classics like cornmeal-crusted flounder and brown butter crab rice.

Willet Room

Cuisine: Cocktails and light bites
Highlights: Cozy lounge offering wood fire-grilled oysters and Southern-inspired drinks.

The Cove

Cuisine: Poolside cocktails and lunch classics
Highlights: Relaxed riverfront setting perfect for a leisurely meal.