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The Black Marlin Bayside Grill, Hilton Head Island, SC

The Black Marlin Bayside Grill

4.4
4.4
3667 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 57 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for groups
  • Great for scenic views
The Black Marlin Bayside Grill offers the island's best selection of fresh seafood and is home of the Hurricane Bar. Dine inside or out on the expansive covered patio just steps from the water. Start your dining experience with our Signature Food Network approved appetizer, Sushi Nachos. Then, prepare your taste buds for our fresh seafood entrees including Grouper Daufuskie, and Sweet Heat Mahi Mahi. Join us for lunch and enjoy our Shrimp Burger, as Chef Curtis Stone, Food Network Star, called "The Best Shrimp Burger Ever!" Don't miss our Weekend Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays offering all of your breakfast and lunch favorites including benedicts, omelets and our Create-Your-Own-Bloody-Mary bar with spicy asparagus, pickled okra, stuffed olives and a variety of hot sauces. The adjacent Hurricane Bar is a favorite "Dive bar" among locals and visitors. Locals and visitors enjoy the home of the island's most robust live music series, newly rebuilt marina and our signature drink "The Hurricane."

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Low Country
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 785-4950
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Matthew Cogen
  • Catering
    We can bring The Island's Best Selection of Fresh Seafood to your Home or Office, we also offer a To Go Boaters menu for Sunset Cruises, Fishing and Dolphin excursions.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a semi private room that is a great space for rehearsal dinners, family gatherings and corporate outings.
  • Neighborhood
    Hilton Head Island
  • Cross street
    Arrow Rd.
  • Parking details
    Expansive parking area with handicapped parking and a ramp.
  • Entertainment
    Featuring live music seasonally, visit our website for our upcoming Oyster Roasts, Hurricane Parties and full live entertainment schedule.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Smoking Area, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,667 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hilton Head

    Great for brunch

  • Hilton Head

    Kid-friendly

  • Hilton Head

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Black Marlin Bayside Grill offers a delightful dining experience with "great food" and "excellent service." This charming waterfront spot is perfect for families and large groups. Guests love the live music, especially on the patio. While some dishes receive mixed reviews, the seafood and brunch options are consistently praised.

3,667 Reviews
  1. Lynette

    Pittsburgh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was excellent. We had 8 people and everyone loved their meal. We also had the deviled eggs and hush puppies. They were both excellent as well

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  2. Stan

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always take my mom here for Sunday Brunch when we are in town. Great location and always excellent service!

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  3. Dana

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great menu variety and excellent service! Several choices for seating. Outdoor has covered and uncovered. Many memorable memories for our many years coming to Hilton Head Island.

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  4. Courtney

    Las Vegas

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lobster tacos and shrimp spinach dip were delicious

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  5. Bill

    Charleston

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Either short staffed, new or untrained wait staff. If it wasn’t for the support staff covering for the poor service we might still be there. Flounder was over cooked, oysters took forever to be served. No glassware for the beer. No extra oyster knives. Had to ask multiple times for items ordered. Overall a bad dining experience.

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  6. Ron

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere and very relaxing and the staff was great. The clam chowder was fantastic. Great overall time.

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  7. Jody

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We made a reservation and got seated right away. The server came and took our drink order fairly quickly. After that however, he took 20 minutes to come back and take our order. Not sure he would have come back at that time if I hadn't ask a manager to find him for us. The food was delicious and the manager came over a few more times checking on us. The server never did offer refills on drinks., instead ask twice if we wanted dessert and then brought our check. Overall would definitely eat here again as we loved our meals but hopefully not have the same server.

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  8. James

    Philadelphia

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Dinner at the Black Marin was absolutely Wonderful .Our.waiter Brett was outstanding and the food was fantastic. Will be back soon!

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  9. Debbie

    Raleigh

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly staff, very clean and inviting setting, and the food is delicious!

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  10. Gary

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a very enjoyable dinner. Oyster and Mussel Appetizers were very good. Our Coconut Lime Crusted Grouper, Bayside Seafood Trio and Provencal Cod were all very tasty.

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FAQs

The Black Marlin Bayside Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 785-4950.

The Black Marlin Bayside Grill is rated 4.4 stars by 3667 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
Booked 57 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Black Marlin Bayside Grill

86 Helmsman Way, Palmetto Bay Marina, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Arrow Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    Hilton Head Island
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Low Country
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Expansive parking area with handicapped parking and a ramp.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Matthew Cogen
  • Entertainment
    Featuring live music seasonally, visit our website for our upcoming Oyster Roasts, Hurricane Parties and full live entertainment schedule.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Smoking Area, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (843) 785-4950
  • Catering
    We can bring The Island's Best Selection of Fresh Seafood to your Home or Office, we also offer a To Go Boaters menu for Sunset Cruises, Fishing and Dolphin excursions.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a semi private room that is a great space for rehearsal dinners, family gatherings and corporate outings.
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