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Skull Creek Dockside Restaurant, Hilton Head Island, SC

Skull Creek Dockside Restaurant

4.5
4.5
5084 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
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Booked 39 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighborhood gem
Skull Creek Dockside Restaurant, dropped its anchor in the Fall of 2017 and forever changed the culinary landscape of the Lowcountry. In early 2017 the partners of the restaurant began to transform it into their vision for Hilton Head's newest waterfront dining destination. This restaurant, which resembles an old-style river house, is full of authentic architecture, reclaimed wood, and nautical accents that leave you feeling like you've stepped into a Melville novel. The sweeping waterfront view is showcased by full pane glass windows throughout the restaurant which you can enjoy no matter where you dine. The covered patio dining area, and massive outdoor bar, the shark bar, allows patrons to enjoy the Lowcountry climate and serve to further highlight the amazing sunset views over skull creek. If you are concerned about long wait times, the good news is the restaurant accepts reservations and provides a family recreation area between dockside and boathouse. Kids and adults can enjoy a variety of games, the very popular shark bar and 'shrimp boat' playground. Kids can play while families are waiting for a table, or simply enjoying the amazing waterfront views.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 785-3625
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Alecia Angioletti
  • Catering
    Skull Creek Dockside has a full catering team that can customize your celebration at our restaurant, your home or your venue of choice! Skull Creek Dockside has a second story banquet room with magnificent water and sunset views. Our Chefs will customize a menu to your liking. Please contact our Catering Team to customize your event. Get started today by contacting Kristen Quillin, Our Catering and Events Manager, at kristenq@serggroup.com or phone her at 843-271-0711
  • Private party facilities
    Skull Creek Dockside has a second story banquet room with magnificent water and sunset views, a perfect setting for memorable celebrations. It's ideal for those looking for the perfect venue for a rehearsal dinner, graduation, anniversary party, social luncheon, corporate event, wedding and other social or corporate gatherings. Our Chefs will customize a menu to your liking. Please contact our Catering Team to customize your event. Get started today by contacting Kristen Quillin, Our Catering and Events Manager, at kristenq@serggroup.com or phone her at 843-271-0711.
  • Neighborhood
    Hilton Head Island
  • Cross street
    Squire Pope Rd.
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 5,084 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    Great for outdoor dining

  • South Carolina

    Great for scenic views

  • Hilton Head

    Kid-friendly

  • Hilton Head

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Hilton Head

    Great for scenic views

  • Hilton Head

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Skull Creek Dockside Restaurant offers "absolutely amazing" seafood in a picturesque waterfront setting. Guests appreciate the "terrific" service, notably from servers like Jody and Dakota, who enhance the dining experience. The menu is varied, with highlights including the seafood pasta and she crab soup. "Great views" and "excellent ambiance" make it a "must visit" on Hilton Head Island.
5,084 Reviews
  1. Dave

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place. The food is always good. Perfect setting with great views.

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  2. denise

    VIP

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Greates potato skins!!! Has a large gluten free menu!
    Skull Creek Dockside RestaurantResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the 5 star review, Denise! Delighted to hear you enjoyed the Potato Skins and Gluten Free Menu options. We hope to see you again soon!

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  3. Charlotte

    VIP

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great menus, local shrimp great service and nice atmosphere.
    Skull Creek Dockside RestaurantResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Charlotte, Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our menus and local seafood, and that our service met your expectations. We strive to create a pleasant atmosphere for all our guests, and we're glad you felt it during your visit. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  4. Terri

    Philadelphia

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at this restaurant and it was great! The food was excellent, although I think the shrimp cocktail appetizer was a bit pricey for 4 shrimp. The server was attentive without being overly intrusive. The view was amazing. I would definitely come back here again.
    Skull Creek Dockside RestaurantResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Terri! We're thrilled to hear that your first visit to Skull Creek Dockside Restaurant was great. We're glad you enjoyed our food, service, and the amazing view. We understand our shrimp cocktail appetizer might be a bit on the pricey side, but we're glad you found it to be worth it! We're also glad to hear that our attentive service met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  5. Vassant

    Ottawa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent overall. Food and service and surroundings excellent.Will highly recommend. Beautiful waterside location.
    Skull Creek Dockside RestaurantResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Vassant! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, service, and the waterside location! Your high recommendation means a lot to us and we look forward to serving you again soon!

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  6. Suzanne

    Indiana

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our dinner. I had the grouper which was fantastic and my husband had the she crab soup and salad. So good.
    Skull Creek Dockside RestaurantResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Suzanne, We're thrilled to hear that you and your husband had a wonderful dinner! It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed the grouper and the she crab soup and salad. We strive to serve delicious meals that everyone can enjoy, and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another fantastic meal. Best, The Management Team

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  7. Elaine

    VIP

    Charleston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great seafood and other options. The flounder special was very good
    Skull Creek Dockside RestaurantResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Elaine! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our seafood selection and other options! It's fantastic to know that our flounder special hit the spot! We always strive to provide a great dining experience and your feedback is truly appreciated. We hope to see you again soon!

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  8. Elizabeth

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Went for a friend’s birthday and a great sunset. Nothing disappointed. The food was wonderful and our server Paulina went out of her way to make it a memorable evening.
    Skull Creek Dockside RestaurantResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Elizabeth, We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience! It's wonderful to know that you chose us for your friend's birthday and had a memorable evening. We're glad you enjoyed our food and found our service to be top-notch. We can't wait to welcome you back for another wonderful dining experience. Thank you for your kind words! Best regards, The Management Team

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  9. Brian

    Nashville

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice discovery. Portions are huge so plan accordingly. Very attentive service.
    Skull Creek Dockside RestaurantResponded 7 days ago
    Hey Brian, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience! We're glad that you found our portions generous and our service attentive. We strive to provide our guests with a memorable dining experience, and your positive feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another enjoyable meal. Best Regards, The Management Team

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  10. Bob

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had lunch over the President's Day weekend and everything was great. The food and service and atmosphere were as expected and what we have experienced on past visits. A go-to spot for us on the island.
    Skull Creek Dockside RestaurantResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Bob, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with us during President's Day weekend. It's always a pleasure to know that our food, service, and atmosphere met your expectations. We're glad to be a go-to spot for you on the island. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit. Best regards, The Management Team

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FAQs

Skull Creek Dockside Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 785-3625.

Skull Creek Dockside Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 5084 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 39 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Skull Creek Dockside Restaurant

2 Hudson Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Squire Pope Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    Hilton Head Island
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alecia Angioletti
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (843) 785-3625
  • Catering
    Skull Creek Dockside has a full catering team that can customize your celebration at our restaurant, your home or your venue of choice! Skull Creek Dockside has a second story banquet room with magnificent water and sunset views. Our Chefs will customize a menu to your liking. Please contact our Catering Team to customize your event. Get started today by contacting Kristen Quillin, Our Catering and Events Manager, at kristenq@serggroup.com or phone her at 843-271-0711
  • Private party facilities
    Skull Creek Dockside has a second story banquet room with magnificent water and sunset views, a perfect setting for memorable celebrations. It's ideal for those looking for the perfect venue for a rehearsal dinner, graduation, anniversary party, social luncheon, corporate event, wedding and other social or corporate gatherings. Our Chefs will customize a menu to your liking. Please contact our Catering Team to customize your event. Get started today by contacting Kristen Quillin, Our Catering and Events Manager, at kristenq@serggroup.com or phone her at 843-271-0711.
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