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ON H I LT O N H E A D I S L A N D
YOURS WITH OUR COMPLIMENTS
PINK HOUSE little shop that could”. Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday &
Saturday 10am-2pm; Thursday 3-7. New Spring
Merchandise! All kinds of treasures to take home.
GAALLERY
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RT AND RAMING
Furniture, collectibles, artwork, books, clothing for chil-
dren, ladies and men, toys, sporting goods. The only thrift
shop on the island where the staff are all volunteers. Free
pickup! 843-785-2322. See page 25
ENCORE CONSIGNMENT & MORE Village Exchange
32 Palmetto Bay Rd . (next to Sticky Fingers). Monday thru
Friday 10am-5pm. Saturdays 10am-2pm. Fine gently used
apparel for women, accessories, home decorator items &
24th Year in Business on Hilton Head Island more. Appreciation night on Wednesday 5-6pm.
Complimentary wine served, special pricing on ladies
apparel and jewelry. Over 400 pairs of shoes in stock, Home
PROFESSIONAL CUSTOM FRAMING accessories and more, clothing for American Girl Dolls.
Great prices. Use the coupon. 843-686-2668 See page 21
ORIGINAL ART BY LOCAL ARTISTS
LIMITED EDITION PRINTS AND POSTERS CLOTHING
LADIES’ DESIGNER FASHIONS
ARTWARE UNIQUE GIFTS OF ART 1203 Main Street
pottery • handmade crafts Village. (2007 Hilton Head Island’s Small Business of the
funky, fun gifts • redi-made tabletop frames Year ) A unique selection of changeable Onesole shoes and
accessories. So many unique gifts and treasures for friends
back home. Open Mon thru Fri 10-6 ish & Sat til 4ish. 843-
681-5169
Mon-Fri 10 am-6 pm • Sat 10 am-4 pm
682-3400. See page 19
THE HEMP SEED & HIGH TIDE BEADS Village
Exchange and Coligny Plaza. Your first and only stop for
organic hemp clothing & accessories for men & women.
They also offer hemp sandals, & purses as well as hand
1503 Main Street Village (next to Legends) made jewelry & 1000’s of beads!!! Ask about classes. 843-
www.pinkhousegallery.com 686-HEMP(4367). See page 21
S. M. BRADFORD CO. Village at Wexford. A Lilly Pulitzer
Signature Shop! Featuring women’s and children’s appar-
el, shoes & accessories. You love the vibrant colors, the
fresh styles and the Island feel! “It’s Lilly Pulitzer”. Great
cruisewear, perfect for informal parties and sports events.
843-686-6161 See page 8
GIFT CERTF
· PEDICURES
footwear. Teva, Birkenstock, Reef, Dansko, Rainbow,
Teva, Chaco & more. 1-800-686-6996 See page 94
THE PORCUPINE Village at Wexford. Shop Mon-Sat
10-6pm. See their expanded shoe department! Cole
ICATES AVAILABLE
Haan, Donald Pliner, Stuart Weitzman, Pedro Garcia
MANICURES
and others. Great shoes! 843-785-2779 See page 9
THE SHIP’S STORE AT SHELTER COVE MARINA
Men’s and women’s boat shoes . 40% off some styles.
20% off Sperry Top-Siders. You’ll find everything a man
needs for his boat. You’ll have a good time browsing
!
thru the spacious store. Great buys. 843-842-7001 See
page 75
SHOE/HANDBAG REPAIR
HILTON HEAD SHOE REPAIR 29 Otter Hole Rd #10
785-2558
WWW.ALLABOUTMEHHI.COM
THE VILLIAGE EXCHANGE
32 PALMETTO BAY RD. ST. A-13
Located behind “Wal Mart”in the Business Park. We
call Gary “The Shoe Doctor”. Same day or next day
service. Hours 7am-4pm Mon-Fri. 843-342-9425 See
page 31
GIFTS & SPECIALITY SHOPS
ARTWARE UNIQUE GIFTS OF ART 1203 Main
Street Village. Featuring local artists. Gifts for your
home, your friends & for you. OneSole shoes and
Switch Top flip flops. bracelets, beads, pottery, hand
painted jackets & clothing, fused glass, clocks & much
more. Friendly owner who’s almost always in the shop.
Stop in and say ‘hello’. Open Mon thru Fri 10-6 ish Sat
until 4 ish. 843-682-3400. See page 19
AUDUBON NATURE STORE Village at Wexford.
Everything for the nature lover. Books, games, toys, t-
shirts, birdfeeders, puzzles, nature theme books, jewel-
ry, great posters, jewelry and more. Binoculars at dis-
count prices. Unique bird feeders, even the bird seed.
You’ll find wonderful gifts. Use the coupon for a free
gift. 843-785-4311 See page 9
FABRICATIONS 23 New Orleans Rd. Attention: decora-
tors and would-be decorators, you’ve found the right
store. Over 700 designer fabrics in stock, and even more
remnants. Redo your favorite (but tattered or kitty torn)
chairs, bench or sofa. Fabrics for bedspreads, table-
cloths, draperies and more. Excellent service. And cus-
tom work done in the shop. 843-842--7911 See page 25
THE HEMP SEED & HIGH TIDE BEADS Village
Exchange. The Hemp Seed has expanded to offer you
thousands of beads, as well as gorgeous hand blown glass
jewelry. They create custom jewelry as well as handmade
hemp clothing & accessories. Hemp paper & sketch
pads. Ask about special classes. Pick up special beads
for your beading friends or for special decorations on
knitted work. 843-686-HEMP(4367). See page 21
LEGENDS SPORTS GALLERY Main Street Village
located near the Village clock. Celebrating sports leg-
ends of the past, present and future;and their 20th
anniversary on Hilton Head. Over 400 framed photos
& prints available, plus many exclusive golf and tennis
pieces. Expanded to include the widest selection of
memorabilia in the Southeast. New issues of sports
cards arrive weekly. Autographs, fine gifts. Never better
shopping for your sports enthusiasts than now. And you
won’t find more enthusiastic sports lovers than Jerry and
Lori. 843-681-4444 See page 19
MINGLES Coligny Plaza. Great ideas for gifts for friends
back home: candles, windchimes, shells, night lights,
decorative serving dishes, lighthouse classics, throws
with Hilton Head designs, cookbooks, etc. etc. Full line
of gifts for dog and cat lovers. And its Christmas all year.
Shop now for holiday ornaments, gifts, and so much
more. Gifts for friends back home any time of the year.
Department 56 & Willow Tree Angels. And the service
is so friendly. You’ll have a good time shopping at
Mingles. 843-785-3883. See page 28
Where To Go Hilton Head May 2009 • 21
SMITH GALLERIES Village at Wexford (above Cafe at
Wexford) Jean and Wally Smith welcome you to a very
special place where creativity, culture, spirit, beauty and
artistry combine to offer you a visual experience. Works
by over 300 American artists & craftsmen are displayed
in the Island’s largest gallery. A celebration of design &
craftsmanship. Stop by every trip, they always have new
and exciting displays. You won’t find more creative gifts
and unusual pieces for your home or for holidays or
housewarmings . You’ll find the perfect addition for your
home. And unique and very upscale jewelry collections.
843-842-2280 See page 9
TOP OF THE LIGHTHOUSE Top of the world famous
Harbour Town Lighthouse in Sea Pines. Open 10am every
day until sundown. Experience the best view of Harbour
Town. Don’t forget to take your camera. Ask to see their
Pandora, Zoppini & Amorini bracelets & jewelry. Great
posters & one-of-a-kind souvenirs. Find unique gifts &
souvenirs, and the best selection of lighthouse memo-
rabilia in the world. 843-671-2810 See page 13
FINE JEWELRY
ANDREWS JEWELERS 118 Courtyard Building (across
from Park Plaza). Exquisite jewelry in precious and semi
precious stones, nautical designs, eternity rings, diamond
anniversary bands in platinum and 18 kt gold, pendant
enhancers and slides. Diamonds! Diamonds! Tahitian
Black Pearls & “must have” pieces. Designers you see in
Town and Country. Loyal island clientele for nearly 30
years. They do beautiful resetting work and redesign &
repair as well. I promise you’ll find just the selection for
yourself or that special someone in your life. 843-785-
7661 See page 23
DESIGNS BY CLEO The Gallery of Shops 14 Greenwood
Dr. Suite 203. Each piece is uniquely handcrafted in ster-
ling silver with freshwater pearls and/or semi-precious
gemstones. Wonderful colors. A one-of-a-kind couture
design that is bold and beautiful. Have Cleo design a piece
expressly for you or choose one of her magnificent cre-
ations. 843-342-7001 See page 17
ENDANGERED ARTS LTD. South Island Square (next to
Longhorn’s) Nagalle does beautiful designs using
Australian Opals: earrings, pendants, bracelets and rings.
Original pieces you’ll be proud to give or add to your own
collection. And take time to browse their gallery of fine
artists featuring bronzes, oils, lithographs sculptures all
fine additions to your home or office all by internationally
known artists. 843-785-5075 See page 57
HERITAGE FINE JEWELRY Pineland Station. A master
designer can assist you in making a choice all your friends
will envy. Nautical charms & jewelry you’ll love. Dolphin
bracelets & other Hilton Head charms in gold & silver.
Bracelets, rings, pendants. Factory to you prices. Custom
work a speciality. Custom pieces monogrammed in the
new shop within the jewelry shop. Redesign work as well
as jewelry repair. 843-689-2900 See page 20
INSPIRED CREATIONS (FORMERLY FRANKLY FAKE COPY
Happy Nails
JEWELS) Mall at Shelter Cove. Magnificent “Moissanite”
The closest stone to a real diamond. Copies of Tiffany,
Cartier, Lagos & Erdel and more. Plus Cubic Zirconia rings,
tennis bracelets & earrings. Buy it here. No one will never
know its not the real thing. Use the ad for the discount.
And now they offer real diamond jewelry. Earrings, pen-
FULL SERVICE NAIL SALON dants, necklaces and pieces you’ll be proud to wear (but
its your secret, is it or is it not......). And don’t miss their
Manicures • Spa Pedicures • UVGel great sale going on now!!!! 843-686-4254. See page 17
• “Pink & White” • Acrylics ROBERT’S VILLAGE JEWELERS 1201 Main Street
Open 10am - 8:00pm Mon. thru Sat. Village. A full service jewelry store. Beautiful diamonds
Open 12-5pm Sundays, June thru August and precious stones. They also have unusual clocks & fine
jewelry boxes. Hummel gifts, a large selection of Llado
o •p •i and Swarovski. Watch & jewelry repair. Creative redesign
work. All repairs and works done on premises. See their
843-842-3449 ad for special dog breed charms, a must have for your
jewelry collection. (And they have cats too.) The perfect
Island Crossing Shopping Center, Suite 105 - From the Sea Pines Circle, take Palmetto Bay Rd.
Turn left at the 1st light into the shopping center with Publix, Starbucks & Staples, down from Quizno’s gift for pet lover. 843-681-5822 See page 18
Island Ideas make your appointment today. Use the coupon for $15 off
your first massage. 843-422-2900. See page 21.
MASSAGE THERAPY, INC. Kim Brewer & Associates has
served Hilton Head and surrounding area for over 15 years.
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REMEMBER WHEN SCRAPBOOK, INC. 24A Palmetto The Gullah Culture of Hilton Head Island
Bay Road. Hours: 10am-5pm Wed thru Fri. 10-4
Saturdays. Scrapbooking has become the "hottest craze" A 2-hour narrated travel
and it preserves your memories for a lifetime. And its so through ten neighborhoods
much fun! Weddings, birthdays, graduations, special established during the Civil
accomplishments. A full line of the most up to date sup- War. The Gullah culture,
plies. Make your own 6"x6" scrapbook in the activity cen- based in West African
ter, supplies included! Kids can make their own scrap- ancestry, is manifested in
book. Take a disposable camera and capture their own family, life style, food ways,
memories or photos, insert into the book. They’re on top language and folklore.
of all the newest innovations: clear stamps, word book
and other fun techniques. Ask about classes and crops. We glade fa see onah. (We are glad to see you.)
(Great gift idea).Order supplies 341-5901 See page 14
Depart/return: Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn (northend)
SPORTS • ATHLETIC INTERESTS Wed, Thurs, Fri, & Sat. 10am and 2pm • Sun. 2pm • 843-681-7066
LEGENDS SPORTS GALLERY Main Street Village tourinfo@gullaheritage.com - www.gullaheritage.com
(located near the Village Clock) The only full service $2.00 OFF with this coupon (good for one person only)
sports card & memorabilia shop on the island and now
expanded by 40% to include even more. See their new
room of golf & tennis prints and photos. Sports cards!
Home of the Cooperstown Bears. Legends has a direct
connection with the Atlanta Braves, Bob Feller & Yogi
Berri. Authorized dealer for Ted Williams & Stan Musial
autographed memorabilia. Jerry Glynn is now teaching
a class in sports memories. And he really knows his
business. Celebrating 20 years on Hilton Head Island.
843-681-4444 See page 19
OUTSIDE HILTON HEAD Plaza at Shelter Cove.
Complete outdoor outfitter. Kayaks, in-line skates,
camping & surf gear. Patagonia, Northface, Ex-
Officio,Teva, Chaco, Reef & Birkenstock and so much
more. Sizes for the entire family. And the finest quality.
843-686-6996 See page 94
THE SHIP’S STORE AT SHELTER COVE MARINA
Men’s and women’s boat shoes at discounts. (See their
ad). You’ll find everything a man needs for his boat.
Rods and reels, crabbing supplies, things you didn’t
know you needed until you saw it.You’ll have a good time
browsing thru the spacious store. Take home shirts by
Guy Harvey and/or ExOfficio. All the best brands in
everything they sell, with discounts as well. 843-842-
7001 See page 75
SIGHTSEEING & HISTORICAL
TOURS TO DAUFUSKIE ISLAND
& SAVANNAH, GA
DAUFUSKIE ISLAND EXCURSIONS Personalized and
exclusive tours. Program includes boat transportation,
golf carts, guide, all historic spots, visits with Island res-
idents, snacks & refreshments. Limited to 6 people or
private groups Outside Hilton . Just call, they’ll tell you
all about it. 1-800-686-6996 See page 87
DOLPHIN TRIPS DAILY WITH CALIBOGUE CRUIS-
ES TO DAUFUSKIE ISLAND Leave Broad Creek
Marina and enjoy a narrated excursion aboard the
roomy ‘Sapelo Queen’. On Daufuskie, you can choose
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Hilton Head, SC
2 Locations on Hwy 278
1 & 2 miles west of Hilton Head
866.665.8679 843.837.4339
Call for Center Hours
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Brands You Know. Choices You Want. Prices You’ll Love.
AMERICAN
BIG BAMBOO CAFE Coligny Plaza upstairs, oceanside. SQUAT-N-GOBBLE May River Rd in historic Bluffton
Open 11:30am Mon thru Sat. Generous portions. Early (Hwy 46) Mon-Fri 7am-9pm, Sat & Sun 7am-3pm. Good
bird value dinners as well as a late night menu. Family value breakfast. Great NY Style pizza & homemade
dining. Great ribs, fresh seafood & pasta dishes. Generous desserts (NY Cheesecake, Strawberry Shortcake!). Good
portions. Steaks, burgers, salads, pizza, sandwiches. sandwiches, burgers & and daily specials. BBQ cooked in
Margarita Madness 4-7 in the bar & dining room Mon- their smoker on premises, Gyros (YEE-ro). Spanakopita!!!
Sat. Live entertainment most nights. 1940’s theme. Don’t go home without a Squat-N-Gobble T-Shirt (Use
Congenial atmosphere. 843-686-3443 See page 36 the coupon. Save $1.) 843-757-4242 See page 38
HINCHEY’S CHICAGO BAR & GRILL Beach Market at SUNSET DINING CRUISES
Coligny Circle. (They’re doing some new design work OLD DAUFUSKIE CRAB COMPANY RESTAURANT
and improvements to the area, so its not easy to get Dinner at Old Daufuskie Crab Company includes steamed
around, but its worth it, so make the effort. You’ll be shrimp, crab legs, the famous deviled crab platter or a
glad you did.) Free underground parking available. Open 10oz sirloin. (Hamburgers and hot dogs too). Full menu
lunch & dinner. Great hamburgers & salads for lunch. for lunch and dinner Tue thru Sun beginning 11am.
Friendly bartenders. Lunch specials Mon-Fri $5.95. Enjoy a boat ride from Broad Creek Marina or come in
Sandwiches, finger foods, salads & dinner specials. Filet your own boat. 843-342-8687 See page 95
mignon for dinner! Great pasta dishes! (Happy Hour 4- SPIRIT OF HARBOUR TOWN Million dollar passenger
7pm). Children’s menu. Families welcome. Late night yacht departs Harbour Town Yacht Basin. Two hour
entertainment if you’re not ready to call it a day (or night) cruise with an All-You-Can Eat two entree buffet. First
843-686-5959 See page 33 Class dining featuring the Island’s best sunsets. Every
MAIN STREET CAFE & PUB Main Street Village. Across table has a panoramic view through 16 sq ft. window
from Harris Teeter. Mon-Wed 11am-9pm, Thurs - Sat seats. Ask about private cruises for large parties. Great
11am-9:30pm, Sun 11am-3pm. Great appetizers, soups and service by the staff, you couldn’t ask for a better evening
salads. Seafood specials every day. Go where the locals go! on Hilton Head waters. 843-363-9026 See page 78
They specialize in fresh local seafood, good pastas and a CONTINENTAL
great NY Strip. Homemade desserts like creme bruleé and
bread pudding. Good Food! Good Prices! Something for ALEXANDER’S 76 Queens Folly Rd. (in the heart of
everybody. 689-3999 See page 45 Palmetto Dunes Resort-within walking distance of The
Marriott Beach & Golf Resort, Hilton Oceanfront Resort
PALMETTO BAY SUNRISE CAFE Palmetto Bay Marina. & Shelter Cove Harbour). Vintage Harleys, Great Seafood
Open every day (except Tuesday). Serving 6am to 3pm. Sit & Way Too Many Wines! Serving dinner 7 days from
inside or out on the porch. Eggs all the way, Eggs Benedict, 5:00pm. (Early bird daily 5:00-5:45.) Great specials.
Crab Benedict, Stratras, quiches and the now world famous Wonderful appetizers. Seafood, steaks, and more served
“Leslie Burger”(topped with green olives, cream cheese, on the porch, one of the main dining rooms or private
bacon and mayo). Expanded lunch menu includes Potato dining room. 843-785-4999 See inside front cover.
Crusted Flounder and Pan Seared Tilapia plus great CHARLIE’S L’ETOILE VERTE 8 New Orleans Rd just
sandwiches.. Enjoy your meal inside or outside on the deck. off Hwy 278. 23 successful years on Hilton Head. Open
(Bring your dog if you want to (outside only). Beginning Tue thru Sat for lunch. Monday thru Saturday for dinner.
their 6th successful year. (Featured in Southern Living as Outstanding wine list, a dedication to pleasing the most
‘best breakfast on Hilton Head.”) 843-686-3232 See page 41 discriminating palette, you’ll be delighted with any
THE SMOKEHOUSE BAR & HOUSE OF BBQ 102 selection you make. Delicious fresh fish presentations,
Pope Ave (near the Coligny Circle & Coligny Beach) plus your other favorite meat dishes. (The Cobb Salad at
Lunch 11:30. Serving continuously until 10pm. The best lunch is a legend.) Winner of the Wine Spectator Award
hickory smoked BBQ & Baby back ribs you’ll ever eat. of Excellence 12 consecutive years. 785-9277 See page 34
Chili Cookoff Winner almost every year. (More than 30 REDFISH 8 Archer Rd facing Palmetto Bay Rd. Lunch
Food Awards on the Island since 1999. They are the 11:30am-2:00pm Mon-Sat. Dinner 5pm. Signature
best.) Beef Brisket! Or order a big mound of BBQ pulled Appetizers such as Seared Ahi Tuna, & Coconut Calamari.
pork as a sandwich or plate. One of the best Kansas City Entrees include Herb marinated Pork Chop, Lobster pasta,
Strips you’ll ever eat. Great sides: grilled veggies, corn on Fresh catch from local waters. Lunch, Early Dining &
the cob, baked beans, great french fries. Bar open until..... Dinner specials. Beautiful & delicious presentations.
843-842-4BBQ(4227) See page 35 Outstanding desserts. (Wine Spectator’s The Best of Award of
32 • May 2009 Where To Go Hilton Head More Listings continued on Pages 34-55
STORE & TASTING HOURS
12:30-5:30pm, Mon-Sat
‘Grapes’ purchased from world-
renowned regions are produced
here on Hilton Head Island
SERVING AWARD-WINNING
WINES AT HAPPY HOUR
Starts at 4 pm, Mon-Thurs, $15/pp
EXPERIENCE $15 Event for Cinco De Mayo
WINE Tuesday, May 5th Noon to 6pm
FLIGHTS Includes a glass of
12:30-2:30 pm "Margarita Wine"
Appetizers & Tastings
Mon-Sat from our Wine List
$7/flight
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CARDINAL DR
843-785-8575
Visit Ruan’s second restaurant
26 Towne Drive in Belfair Towne Village
843-757-9479
And when you’re in Savannah, visit
Savannah Ruan Thai at 17 W. Broughton
912-231-6667
wwwmyruanthai.com
Dining listings page 32-55 Where To Go Hilton Head May 2009 • 33
THE STUDIO AN ARTISTIC DINING EXPERIENCE 20 Pope
Ave. Executive Park Rd. in the RMC Bldg. Two dining
rooms featuring an International menu including Asian,
Southwestern, Mediterranean as well as traditional
preparations. Don’t make your dining decision until you
hear the specials. Wonderful food, the appetizers are
outstanding. Music by Armand on the weekends (Ask about
his latest CD). Artists at their easels most nights. 843-785-
6000 See page 40
SEAFOOD
ALLIGATOR GRILLE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & SUSHI
BAR Park Plaza. adjacent to Sea Pines Main Gate. Dinner
Open every night but Monday beginning at 4:45 until.....
The exciting cuisine is prepared from an open kitchen and
the atmosphere is upscale casual. The menu offers a wide
variety of fresh Fish, Lamb, Filet and Alligator! Wine
Spectator Award of Excellence since ‘05. Enjoy live
entertainment Thurs, Fri & Sat nights. 843-842-4888 See
page 38
AQUA GRILLE & LOUNGE Coligny Plaza Circle to 10
North Forest Beach Dr (across from Coligny Plaza) Open
for dinner 5-10pm. The strength of their restaurant is in
their excellent staff. The only thing we overlook is the
Ocean. Select Lobster Rangoons, Ahi Tuna, East and West
Coast Oysters, fish and shellfish from the Pacific to local
waters, a NY Strip, ribs, etc. Free valet parking. Live music
by Bobby Ryder Thurs nights You will make Aqua Grille
one of your favorite restaurants on Hilton Head. See their
website for their extensive lists of wines and special events.
www. aquagrilleandlounge.com 843-341-3331. See page 43
CRAZY CRAB Hwy 278 at MM 1. Serving lunch 11:30am
every day. Serving continually throughout the afternoon.
Dinner from 5pm every day. Beautiful view of Jarvis
Creek. Great seafood, sunsets & good times. All your
favorites plus delicious seafood prepared any way you like
it. Casual dining. Great for families. Great view and the
ambiance from your table on the outside deck. Or dine
inside in their spacious dining room. Friendly servers. 843-
681-5021 See page 5
CRAZY CRAB AT HARBOUR TOWN Open 11:30am every
day. Serving continually throughout the afternoon. Dinner
from 5pm every day. Ask about the daily specials for lunch
and for dinner. Enjoy the world famous harbour view
from your table in the heart of Harbour Town. Delicious
seafood prepared any way you like it. Great appetizers.
Casual family dining. And the world famous lighthouse just
steps away. 843-363-2722 See page 5
HUDSON’S on the DOCKS on the Intracoastal Waterway
(off Squire Pope Rd. Celebrating over 30 years as one of
Hilton Head’s most recognized landmarks. Serving lunch
and dinner everyday. The Oyster Bar opens at 11am. Enjoy
the ambiance in the bar or at a table in their spacious
dining room. Fresh seafood from local waters. Featured on
the Food Network’s “Best of Hilton Head Island” & Rachel
Ray’s “$40 a Day”. They have a private dining room for
your special occasions. 843-681-2772 See page 37
LANDS END TAVERN South Beach Marina. Serving
breakfast 8-11, lunch 11-4 and dinner 4-10. Daily specials
and kid’s menu. They will love the pirate theme. 843-671-
5456 See the center spread & page 48-51
OLD OYSTER FACTORY Marshland Rd. off Mathews
Drive. Surrounded by water on three sides, a waterview
from any seat. Its the ambience you came to the Island
for. Franz Auer, culinary legend for more than 20 years on
Hilton Head, prepares delicious daily specials. Featured: a
large Rib Eye & all your favorite seafoods, with the “Auer”
touch. An outstanding selection of oysters on the half shell.
And the cold Shellfish Sampler Platter is more than enough
for 2. Friendly bartenders. Enjoy the view, you’ll love the
food. Dinner from 5:00. 843-681-6040. See back cover
SALTY DOG CAFE South Beach Marina Village
overlooking Braddocks Cove. Happy Hour 4-6. Dinner 5-
10pm. You won’t go away hungry. Your family will love it.
843-671-2233 See center spread & 50 & 51
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MAIN STREET CAFE & PUB Main Street Village. CONTINUOUS DINING
Across from Harris Teeter. Check out their Saturday Many restaurants close between 2:30-6:00 pm. Listed are
Brunch and also Sunday brunch. 11am-3pm. Go where restaurants continuing to serve their complete menu
the locals go. Good food for that late night appetite. -689- through the afternoon . After a round of golf course, tennis,
3999 See page 45 sailing or kayaking or exhausted from shopping, you’ll want
OLD OYSTER FACTORY Marshland Rd. off Mathews to know where to go to get a snack or a complete early meal.
Drive. Surrounded by water on three sides. Open for BIG BAMBOO CAFE Coligny Plaza upstairs, oceanside.
dinner. Its the ambience you came to the Island for. Open 11:30am Mon thru Sat. Extensive menu. Generous
Dinner from 5:00. 843-681-6040. See back cover portions. Early bird 3:30-4:30 @ $10.95 & 4:30-5:30
SMOKEHOUSE BAR & HOUSE OF BBQ 102 Pope @$12.95 must be seated by 5:30pm. Happy Hour 4-7pm
Ave (near the Coligny Circle) You won’t go home hungry. half price Margaritas. 843-686-3443 See page 36
Open for lunch and/or dinner. And serving all afternoon. CASEY’S SPORTS BAR & GRILLE 37 New Orleans
Famous for their BBQ sandwiches, but they make a Rd. Daily specials & appetizers while you brag about
great cheeseburger. And the French Fries are really, your golf score. (One of the best happy hours on the
really good. 842-4BBQ(4227) See page 35 Island. 4-7 Mon-Fri) 785-2255 See page 35
SQUAT & GOBBLE May River Rd in historic Bluffton. CRAZY CRAB Hwy 278 at Mile Marker 1. Serving
Family owned business. And they make every effort to continually throughout the afternoon. Beautiful view of
assure you’ll return. One of the ‘landmarks’ of Bluffton. Jarvis Creek. Sit outside and enjoy the surroundings as
And the staff makes you feel at home. 843-757-4242 See well as some good food. Good salads and great
page 38 sandwiches and daily specials. 681-5021 See page 5
PALMETTO BAY SUNRISE CAFE Palmetto Bay CRAZY CRAB AT HARBOUR TOWN Enjoy the world
Marina. Serving 6am-3pm. Open every day except famous harbour view from your table in the heart of
Tuesday. Friendly service. Great drinks. You won’t Harbour Town. Daily seafood specials. Good appetizers
find a more congenial spot on Hilton Head. Your dog and salads. 843-363-2722 See page 5
is welcome at your feet. Locals love it, and you will HINCHEY’S CHICAGO BAR & GRILL Beach Market
too. 843-686-3232 See page 41 (underground parking) Big sandwiches, great
REDFISH Palmetto Bay Rd. Enjoy a glass of wine and hamburgers, the best french fries, pastas, steaks, salads,
lunch on the porch. Great for a business lunch or to and lots more. Stop in after golf or tennis. Or after your
recount the golfing score cards. Great for a ladies day walk on the beach. 843-686-5959 See page 33
out. Daily specials. The food is always delicious. SMOKEHOUSE BAR & HOUSE OF BBQ 102 Pope
Generous portionsl. 843-686-3388 See inside front cover. Ave (near Coligny Circle) Open11:30am serving
WRECK OF THE SALTY DOG South Beach Marina. continuously. Chicken, Baby back ribs, great hamburgers,
Enjoy the deck overlooking Braddock Cove or the inside BBQ pulled pork, homemade soups, generous salads &
porch. Wonderful breezes, and catch a few rays while more. Stop in after your golf game or shopping. Sit at the
you dine, not to mention the beautiful views and calming bar or a comfortable table. The most award winning
atmosphere. Good food too. 843-671-SEAS(7327) See restaurant on Hilton Head at our annual Rib cook-offs &
center spread & 48-51 food festivals. 842-4BBQ(4227) See page 35
may also be seen on www.WhereToGo.sc Where to Go Hilton Head May 2009 • 41
SQUAT-N-GOBBLE May River Rd in historic Bluffton.
(Hwy 46) Open every day. Pizza, homemade chili and
soups. BBQ. Daily specials. And very affordable. Don’t go
home without a Squat & Gobble T-Shirt (use the coupon
and save $1.) 843-757-4242 See page 38
EARLY BIRD DINING
‘Early Bird menu offers a financial opportunity to save
when you’re dining out. Request the “Early Bird
Dining” Special when you order and please note the
hours for Early Bird.
ALEXANDER’S 76 Queens Folly Rd. (in the heart of
Palmetto Dunes Resort-within walking distance of The
Marriott, Hilton & Shelter Cove Harbour) Early bird daily
5:00-5:45pm. They post the menu on their board outside if
you’re out on your bike and want to stop by. But we
promise, you won’t be disappointed. 843-785-4999 See
inside front cover.
ALLIGATOR GRILLE & SEAFOOD RESTAURANT &
SUSHI BAR Park Plaza, adjacent to the Sea Pines Gate.
4:45-6:00 Tue thru Sun.. (Last reservation for early bird
taken at 5:45). Includes beverage, choice of soup or salad, a
4 FREE! choice from 7 delicious seafood, meat or pasta selections
Chocolate Covered $14.95. Available during early dining hours, regular menu
OREOS ® (entrees only) discounted 20%. 842-4888 See page 38
Our Finest quality AQUA GRILLE & LOUNGE Coligny Plaza Circle to 10
hand-dipped Oreos North Forest Beach Dr (across from Coligny Plaza) Sunset
free with purchase of Menu 5:00-5:45pm. Free valet parking. Eric Seaglund,
1 lb. of chocolate Executive Chef, will delight you with his impressive
Creative Gifts & Baskets with this coupon. appetiters and entrees. The only thing we overlook is the
Special Orders One coupon per customer. Ocean. 843-341-3331. See page 43
Crossroads Shopping Center (VALUE $3.50) BIG BAMBOO CAFE Coligny Plaza upstairs, oceanside.
Palmetto Bay Road Mon-Sat. Early Bird 3:30-4:30 $10.95 / 4:30-5:30 $12.95
(next to Food Lion) (must be seated by 5:30) Includes Soup or Salad, Choice of
843-842-4567 HILTON HEAD’S 12 entrees & dessert. A varied menu. Delicious
1-800-685-8123 FINEST preparations to please everyone with you. Happy Hour 4-
7pm. Margarita Madness! 686-3443 See page 36
We ship everywhere!!! CONFECTION BISTRO MEZZALUNA Fountain Center 55 New Orleans
Rd. (near the Sea Pines Circle). Early Bird: 5-6:30pm. 24
items to choose from starting at $14.95. Veal, chicken, fish
Pizza, Wings
Stromboli Salads
& More!
Check out
our online men
4:00 -
Enjoy our Chef’s Mother’s Day lunch or & melted buttarrrgh!
dinner specials at either The Salty Dog Nightly Appe tizer Speceials* $7.95 LUNCH Steamed
Cafe or The Wreck of the Salty Dog. 5:00 pm in th Shrimp Platter*
Bar/Lounge Area ONte LY Call about our Nightly specials
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT rs 1/2 lb. of shrimp and cole slaw A different deal Everyday!
Every Night! 5:00 - 9:00 PM
$3.00 Crab Le g Clus
Bruce Crichton or Dave Kemmerly
$4.00 Peel & Eat Tunap
Sh rim Check out our menu online at:
(Every Day from 4:00 - 6:30 PM)
APPETIZER & DRINK SPECIALS*
$5.00 Seared Ahi-
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Flounder Bites - $3.00
Plus Great Drink6:0Sp0 ec ials
Wed - Sun in May! Peel & Eat Shrimp - $4.00,
Opens at 3 PM! pm
Queso Dip - $3.00
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Oysters- $.50 each
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7 days a week!) Live Entertainom til 10:00 pm
May 21st fr 4-9 pm
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BIRD DISCOUNT and are good for DINE-IN in the Bar / Lounge Area ONLY. Land’s End Tavern, Jake’s Pizza &
The Wreck Lunch, Dinner & Appetizer Specials expire 05/31/09.
MAY AT SOUTH
BEACH
DID YOU KNOW THERE’S A SALTY DOG
Fresh Seafood, T-SHIRT FACTORY ON ARROW RD?
Shrimp, Burgers, Exit the Sea Pines traffic circle onto
Salads and Palmetto Bay Rd. Take a right at
Sandwiches This Hilton Head destination offers plenty of the first traffic light onto Target
fun and entertainment for the whole family. Rd. Take a left onto Arrow Rd.
843-6671-CCAFE
The Salty Dog Cafe, an island institution
which has delighted locals and visitors for
Happy Hour 4 - 6 pm
over two decades, is South Beach’s claim to
fame. People who visited as kids are now
bringing their own children to share in their
childhood memories. Kids dance to the
sounds of Dave Kemmerly or Bruce Crichton
while parents kick back, relax & watch
the sunsets.
Year-round fun can be found along the
boardwalk, and South Beach is especially
OPENs at 11 AM! active with events such as the Derby Party
Ice Cream, Hotdogs, (May 2nd, All Day), Nightly Live
Nachos & more! Entertainment (5 pm - 9 pm), plus great
DIRECT IONS T O SOUTH BE ACH VILLAGE: From the Sea Pines Main Gate, take
shopping throughout the village.
While at South Beach,you’ll definitely want Greenwood Dr. through the Fraser Circle (in Sea Pines) until dead ends. Turn right onto S. Sea Pines
to venture upstairs to the Salty Dog T-Shirt Dr. South Beach Village is 1.5 miles on the right.
Factory or visit Jake’s Cargo for great gift
ideas. Everything from Salty Dog T-Shirts to Great specials can be found for both Happy Hour & dinner at The Wreck of the Salty
843-6671-CCAFE
The Salty Dog Cafe, an island institution
which has delighted locals and visitors for
Happy Hour 4 - 6 pm
over two decades, is South Beach’s claim to
fame. People who visited as kids are now
bringing their own children to share in their
childhood memories. Kids dance to the
sounds of Dave Kemmerly or Bruce Crichton
while parents kick back, relax & watch
the sunsets.
Year-round fun can be found along the
boardwalk, and South Beach is especially
OPENs at 11 AM! active with events such as the Derby Party
Ice Cream, Hotdogs, (May 2nd, All Day), Nightly Live
Nachos & more! Entertainment (5 pm - 9 pm), plus great
DIRECT IONS T O SOUTH BE ACH VILLAGE: From the Sea Pines Main Gate, take
shopping throughout the village.
While at South Beach,you’ll definitely want Greenwood Dr. through the Fraser Circle (in Sea Pines) until dead ends. Turn right onto S. Sea Pines
to venture upstairs to the Salty Dog T-Shirt Dr. South Beach Village is 1.5 miles on the right.
Factory or visit Jake’s Cargo for great gift
ideas. Everything from Salty Dog T-Shirts to Great specials can be found for both Happy Hour & dinner at The Wreck of the Salty
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MENS NIGHT sailing or fishing THE ELECTRIC Thursdays with Catholic Church
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Village at Wexford tonight! Ocean Waves
843-706-2296
Fundraiser for Monday nights
the water. LIVE MUSIC ALL herbs and more
all summer.
SQUARE DANCE
Hospice NIGHT May 9 & 23
785-3075
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
SEE ENTERTAINMENT You could be fishing, or kayaking, or NEW VOICES MUSIC & GREAT Teen Dances at RIB BURNOFF &
for live music paddle surfing or out on the water. CHOIR CONCERT ITALIAN FOOD Island Rec Center BAR-B-Q
& nighttime fun every Beautiful days and the full moon 1st Pres Church at Bistro DJ/ and well Honey Horn noon-4pm
night of the week (May 9) is just beginning to wane. Mezzaluna supervised.
681-7273
JAZZ CORNER WINE HAPPY HOUR
Music and Jazz Entertainment in Park Plaza Dancing! Music! Fun! Wed-Sat The Electric Piano.
every night Mon thru Thurs $15 beginning at 4pm Monkey Business is back! Great dance floor!!!Ladies Night is Thursday Night
Village at Wexford Island Winery 843-842-3141 Have dinner at Alligator Grille & Sushi bar any night.
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ISLAND CHURCHES WINE FLIGHTS SHANNON Teri Reni-Powers COOKING CLASS GREGG RUSSELL HEALING ARTS FAIR
WELCOME YOU & CHEESE TANNER at the grand piano at Aqua CONCERTS Palmetto Bay Marina
this Sunday & 12:30-2:30 Mon-Sat entertains at every Wednesday Restaurant May 22-24 & 681-1903
every Sunday Island Winery $7 Shelter Cove BISTRO MEZZALUNA reservations & May 27-29 ART FAIR
SONIC BLOOM Harbour details 7:30-9:00pm Shelter Cove Harbour
7:00pm. GENTLEMEN’S DAY under the Liberty
CONCERT every Wednesday May 23-24
Oak in Sea Pines
Arts Center CasaBlanca Spa
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
AMERICA SINGS
CONCERT MEMORIAL DAY Take your little TRUNK SHOW SCRAPBOOKING Ladies Night out
SERVICE ones to LAFAYETTE 148 You’ll love it. with The Men of Playgirl
May 24 & 25 May 27 & 28 341-5901
First Pres Church Shelter Cove THE SANDBOX Monkey Business
Community Park for wholesome The Porcupine
Village at
BIG BAMBOO
31 TEEN NIGHT at
Monkey Business
fun for you and
for them. Wexford Good food,
GREAT 2/1
NO GLASS ON THE BEACH! There is a
fine if you are caught with glass bottles
THE SIMPSON every Monday night MARGARITAS
or drink glasses on the beach. Spend
BROTHERS tonight starting May 25 CHECK EARLY BIRD DINING your money on something fun
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golfers. Golf camps. www.jrpga.com 843-686-3355
HARBOUR TOWN LIGHTHOUSE LEGENDS TOUR
Explore the Island’s rich history in this self guided tour fea-
A Kayak Company
800-686-6996
turing a visual timeline that leads you all the way to the top
with the Low Country’s most stunning views. Take your
camera. Open every day 10am till sundown. 843-671-2810
THE HEMP SEED & HIGH TIDE BEADS Village
K A DIVISION OF OUTSIDE HILTON HEAD
www.outsidehiltonhead.com
843-422-5110
SHELTER COVE HARBOUR
(843) 681-2522
cial). 686-2582 See page 84
SALT MARSH PHOTOGRAPHY CRUISE with Captain
Larry Watts. “Doc” has been capturing the natural beauty of
the salt marshes for many years. Let him share these years
of experience & beautiful areas with you. Go to his web site
and click on the map to enjoy pictures shot from that spot
on the map. www.LarryWatts.com. Bring your camera and
be prepared for an entertaining, informative and beautiful
cruise as you capture your own “suitable for framing” shots.
Cruise to Palmetto Bluff for lunch. Tailor your trip to suit
your mood and/or your companion’s temperament (in case
they’d rather be shopping or on the golf course). A good
time, beautiful scenery. new techniques, its a win win!!!!
843-290-2720 / 681-3728 See page 59
SAIL AWAY ON THE SPECIAL K out of Shelter Cove
Harbour. The Special K is a 40ft luxury yacht just waiting to
take you for an unforgettable sailing experience. Trips cus-
tomized to suit your party or just trust the experienced cap-
tain who loves these waters and loves to share his love for
sailing. Catering available. Six passengers. 843-842-7002
(after hours: 843-785-4660) See page 75/
SCHOONER “WELCOME” Step back in time join the crew on
a 62 foot gaff rigged wooden Schooner. Welcome, a historic repli-
ca of a 1795 USCG Revenue Cutter, is sure to entertain all vari-
ety of sailor from landlubber to old salt! Set sail from Shelter
Cove Harbour and watch dolphin surf in the bow wake as we
head through Broad Creek and out into Calibogue Sound. As a
member of the crew, join in and hoist the sails, or just sit back,
relax and take in the exquisite natural beauty of Hilton Head
Island! Whether it’s a romantic sunset sail, a family dolphin
watch, pirate sail, fireworks cruise, private party or wedding, the
Schooner Welcome is the perfect setting for an unforgettable
Hilton Head Island experience! 3 Hour Sails: Adults $39.00,
Children (12& Under) $29.00. www.SchoonerWelcome.com Use
the coupon. 785-5566 See page 76
SPIRIT OF HARBOUR TOWN DINNER CRUISE Million
dollar passenger yacht departs Harbour Town Yacht Basin.
Two hour cruise with an All-You-Can Eat two entree’ buf-
fet. First Class dining. Heated and/or Air-conditioned dining
cabin. Every table has a panoramic view through 16 sq. ft.
window seats. Magnificent sunsets. Enjoy the upper deck
with your friends and others on board. Full bar. Use the
coupon. 843-363-9026 See page 78
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may also be seen on www.WhereToGo.sc Where to Go Hilton Head May 2009 • 77
HARBOUR TOWN CRUISES
From Dolphins to Dinner...Savannah to Sailing
—there’s always something new to see on a Vagabond Cruise!
THE VAGABOND
Join the crew for one of our great sightseeing cruises!
• Ocean Dolphin Cruise
• Sunset Dolphin Cruise
• Daufuskie Island Adventure
• Sunset & Fireworks Cruise
• Ghost Ship
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events, holidays or Bubble Gum Cruises. You must surrender your pass at the time you purchase your tickets. Not valid on holidays & special event cruises.
Specially priced tickets may be available from your concierge or front desk agent
and always on the web at www.vagabondcruise.com
Centrally Located at
Shelter Cove Harbour • Dock C
RESERVATIONS
785-1700
NO GATE FEES
beach
Mon 4 4:50 AM 6.96 ft 11:16 AM 0.03 ft 5:33 PM 7.22 ft 11:51 PM 0.18 ft
Tue 5 5:46 AM 6.88 ft 12:08 PM -0.13 ft 6:27 PM 7.51 ft
Wed 6 12:45 AM 0.02 ft 6:38 AM 6.82 ft 12:56 PM -0.21 ft 7:15 PM 7.72 ft
Thu 7 1:37 AM -0.08 ft 7:26 AM 6.76 ft 1:40 PM -0.20 ft 8:01 PM 7.83 ft
Hilton Head Island Fri 8 2:23 AM -0.11 ft 8:12 AM 6.68 ft 2:24 PM -0.10 ft 8:41 PM 7.82 ft
Sat 9 3:07 AM -0.05 ft 8:54 AM 6.57 ft 3:04 PM 0.06 ft 9:21 PM 7.69 ft
Latitude: 32˚ 06.8’ N Sun 10 3:49 AM 0.08 ft 9:34 AM 6.41 ft 3:44 PM 0.27 ft 10:01 PM 7.47 ft
Longitude: 80˚ 49.8’ W
Mon 11 4:29 AM 0.27 ft 10:14 AM 6.23 ft 4:22 PM 0.50 ft 10:41 PM 7.19 ft
Tue 12 5:07 AM 0.50 ft 10:56 AM 6.03 ft 4:58 PM 0.75 ft 11:21 PM 6.89 ft
MOON PHASES Wed 13 5:45 AM 0.74 ft 11:40 AM 5.86 ft 5:36 PM 0.99 ft
Thu 14 12:05 AM 6.61 ft 6:25 AM 0.94 ft 12:28 PM 5.74 ft 6:18 PM 1.23 ft
Fri 15 12:53 AM 6.39 ft 7:07 AM 1.08 ft 1:18 PM 5.72 ft 7:04 PM 1.43 ft
1st 9th 17th 24th 31st Sat 16 1:43 AM 6.23 ft 7:55 AM 1.13 ft 2:10 PM 5.81 ft 7:58 PM 1.57 ft
Sun 17 2:33 AM 6.14 ft 8:45 AM 1.06 ft 3:00 PM 6.02 ft 8:58 PM 1.58 ft
Sunrise: 6:25 a.m. Mon 18 3:23 AM 6.11 ft 9:39 AM 0.89 ft 3:52 PM 6.34 ft 10:04 PM 1.42 ft
Sunset: 8:14 p.m. Tue 19 4:13 AM 6.12 ft 10:31 AM 0.62 ft 4:42 PM 6.73 ft 11:04 PM 1.13 ft
Wed 20 5:05 AM 6.18 ft 11:23 AM 0.31 ft 5:34 PM 7.17 ft
Thu 21 12:02 AM 0.75 ft 5:59 AM 6.29 ft 12:13 PM -0.01 ft 6:26 PM 7.61 ft
Fri 22 12:56 AM 0.36 ft 6:51 AM 6.42 ft 1:03 PM -0.30 ft 7:16 PM 8.01 ft
Sat 23 1:50 AM 0.01 ft 7:43 AM 6.56 ft 1:55 PM -0.55 ft 8:06 PM 8.32 ft
® Sun 24 2:42 AM -0.26 ft 8:33 AM 6.67 ft 2:47 PM -0.73 ft 8:56 PM 8.48 ft
Mon 25 3:34 AM -0.44 ft 9:25 AM 6.72 ft 3:39 PM -0.82 ft 9:48 PM 8.47 ft
Tue 26 4:24 AM -0.51 ft 10:17 AM 6.71 ft 4:31 PM -0.79 ft 10:42 PM 8.32 ft
Wed 27 5:16 AM -0.48 ft 11:15 AM 6.67 ft 5:25 PM -0.62 ft 11:40 PM 8.07 ft
Thu 28 6:06 AM -0.37 ft 12:17 PM 6.64 ft 6:19 PM -0.33 ft
Fri 29 12:38 AM 7.76 ft 7:00 AM -0.22 ft 1:21 PM 6.69 ft 7:19 PM 0.01 ft
Sat 30 1:38 AM 7.46 ft 7:56 AM -0.08 ft 2:21 PM 6.80 ft 8:21 PM 0.31 ft
www.saltydog.com Sun 31 2:34 AM 7.16 ft 8:54 AM -0.00 ft 3:19 PM 6.96 ft 9:27 PM 0.48 ft
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Scott Moody
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B E S U R E T O S AY Y O U L A N D E D T H E S E F I N E F I S H E R M E N I N Where To Go.
may also be seen on www.WhereToGo.sc Where to Go Hilton Head May 2009 • 85
PALMETTO BAY WATERSPORTS Palmetto Bay & great fishing holes. Sport fishing near shore and/or off-
Marina (at the foot of the Cross Island Expressway) Wave shore. Half day/ Full day/ Gulf Stream. Captain Zack’s a
Runners, Boat rentals, pontoon boats, all kinds of water- great fisherman. Shaded seating. Restrooms on board.
sports and good waters to play in. Let’s ride! Fishing and Ice, bait & tackle included. 384-7790. See page 91
all the bait, food and drinks right there to keep you com- NO-BODY’S BIZNESS FISHING CHARTERS Captain
fortable. Kayaks. Play all day. 843-785-2345 See page 81 Charlie departs from Hudson’s on the Docks in a 30’
PINCKNEY ISLAND KAYAKING EXPEDITION WITH Prolife. He’s been fishing these waters for a while now and
KAYAK HILTON HEAD Departs Hilton Head Harbor knows where to find a great fishing adventure. Four hr, six
(near the bridge to Hilton Head at RV Resort) Explore the or all day trips with the amenities you need for your per-
beautiful shoreline of Pinckney Island. Paddle past old sonal comfort & great bragging rights when you return to
shrimp boats while exploring areas where dolphins, otter the dock. Captain@hargray.com 227-2278 See page 91
& majestic shorebirds feed & play. No gate fee. Free park- O CAT FISHING Outside Hilton Head now offers charter
ing. Great family adventure. 684-1912 See page 91 fishing. O CAT is a 26’Twin Vee fishing machine cap-
PINCKNEY ISLAND WILDLIFE REFUGE KAYAK tained by famous angler Jimmy Reece: inshore, offshore
CENTER Hudson’s Restaurant dock. Daily tours led by & family fishing charter daily.686-6996. See page 87
an experienced guide/naturalist in safe comfortable sea OFF THE HOOK FISHING CHARTERS Fish the beau-
kayak. 1-800-686-6996. See page 94 tiful inshore waters that surround Hilton Head Island with
SKYPIRATE WATERSPORTS Broad Creek Marina (off native Capt. Brian Vaughn with over 20 years experience
Marshland Road) Plenty of parking.Free parking. A charter fishing. Explore the shallow waters in a 18ft.
morning or afternoon of fun & adventure for your fami- Hewes flats boat equipped with only the finest fly, spin &
ly. Parasailing (the island’s best and longest ride), conventional tackle. Rods & reels by Shimano® and fly
inflatable rides (mild or wild), boat rentals, dolphin rods by Sage®. Sightfish for Redfish year round on the
cruises, cocktails cruises. Waterski and tubing & lots of flats of the Lowcountry. Target other species including
fun on the water. 843-842-2566 See page 82 Cobia, Tarpon, Sharks, Spanish Mackerel, Speckled Trout
FISHING CHARTERS & more on a seasonal basis. An artist as well as a fisher-
man, specializing in the art of Gyotaku (Japanese for
A POLECAT SPORT FISHING CHARTER Departs daily fish print), have your catch made into a unique piece of
from the docks behind Charley’s Crab near Hudson’s. Get art to preserve your fishing memories.
hooked up on The Pole Cat. More than 25 years local experi- www.OffTheHookCharters.com. 843-298-4376 See page 78
ence. On a 27’ ProSport Catamaran, Captain Jon “Gumbo”
Deloach, knows fishing, guaranteeing you a good time. SHARK HUNTER Hilton Head Harbor at RV Resort &
Sport fishing inshore, offshore 1/2day, 3/4 & full day. Yacht Club (near the bridge to HH) No gate fee & free
Winner of the 2007 Wahoo Shootout & the ‘07 & ‘08 parking. Bring your friends or family (up to 6 people) for
Grouper/Snapper Shootout. fishwithgumbo@aol.com. 843- a fun shark fishing trip. Enclosed cabin, Bose stereo sys-
384-5186. See page 80 tem & restroom on board. Watch for dolphins, turtles,
CAPTAIN HOOK PARTY FISHING BOAT Shelter Cove birds & even more as you cruise out to the ‘deep holes’
Marina. A variety of trips for you and/or your family. 5 and shark waters. 843-683-8687(TOUR). See page 83
1/2 hr. every day Deep Sea Fishing Trips. Enclosed cabin, SHELTER COVE MARINA’s FISHING TEAM Shelter
2 private clean restrooms, food & beverages on board. Cove Marina. Call Dave or one their team to plan your
No licenses required. Everything you need to catch fish. fishing trip out to Port Royal Sound, up the May River
A great time on the water. Safe waters and an experi- and out to the Gulf Stream. Quick in and out to the fish-
enced crew. Fun fishing for the family. ing spots these guys know and keep secret. Need anything
Captainhookfishing@aol.com. 843-785-1700 See page 83 from the Ships Store? They have it right there. They sup-
CHARTER FISHING AWESOME TWOSOME ply all the bait, the expert advice and a good day on the
Palmetto Bay Marina: Mighty Mako www.mighty- water. 843-842-7001. See page 75.
mako.com. Calm water, kid friendly. Take your kids fish- TRIPLE THREAT DEEP SEA SPORTFISHING
ing. (785-6028) & Top Shot (384-9714) Call either of these Departs from Broad Creek Marina (free parking and no
captains directly. Or plan your own fishing tournament gate fee) Get to the fish in half the time. You can’t beat
with these great competitors. Inshore/off shore fishing. fresh fish for dinner. Bring it in, have it prepared by your
Luxury Gulf Stream fishing trips & Tarpon & fly fishing favorite chef for dinner. Its the thrill to complete your fish-
trips. Halfday or full day. See page 85 ing adventure. www.triplethreatsportfishing.com 843-689-
HARBOUR TOWN YACHT BASIN Great fishing excur- 3337 See page 80
sions leaving from one of the most famous yacht basins FISHING SUPPLIES
in the world (in the shadow of the famous Harbour Town
Lighthouse). Nancy or Leslie can help you plan your day BLUEWATER BAIT & TACKLE South Beach Marina.
out of Harbour Town to some of the best fishing around Crabbing supplies, bait, marine accessories, charter fish-
with Captains who’ve fished these waters a long time. ing bait & tackle, t-shirts, and friendly fishing advice. Get
671-4534. See pages 78-79 out to the sound in a hurry. 843-671-3060 See page 51
HERO FISHING CHARTERS Harbour Town. Captain SHELTER COVE MARINA STORE Sage, Penn, Lamson,
Stratty Pollitzer is a fishing legend on Hilton Head Shimano rods & reels. Ande and bagley’s Silver thread fish-
Island. In his 32ft Fly Bridge Sport Fisherman, he’ll take ing line. Great selection of fishing, fly fishing and crabbing
you to some of the best fishing locations he knows to find supplies. Rod rentals and bait. Discounted boat shoes &
the catch you’ll talk about for years. One of the best Sperry Topsiders discounted 20%. Costa Del Mar sun-
equipped boats on the Island, all the fishing gear and sup- glasses discounted as well. Use the coupon on page 75.
plies you’ll need and a captain that knows where they’re Everything the real fisherman and boater needs (or thinks
biting. Travel in comfort and style 298-4376 See page 78 he needs). Best place to buy your fishing friends something
HILTON HEAD INSHORE FISHING CHARTERS they’ll really appreciate. 842-7001. See page 75.
Departs from any dock that doesn't require a gate fee. MARINE ELECTRONICS
Check with Captain Mark, we’ll pick you up at the most
ED WEBER MARINE ELECTRONICS Sales, service &
convenient dock to suit you. This captain will find you a
installations. Radar, autopilots, VHF & navigation equip-
fish. Fun for you and your friends. Good Captain; and
ment. FCC licensed with radar endorsement. 27 years
he’s a great fisherman. All bait & tackle included.
experience. Dealer for popular manufacturers. Honest,
www.hiltonheadinshore.com. 290-2434 See page 77
expert advice & recommendations. Service to Beaufort,
MARSH TACKY FISHING CHARTERS Departs from Savannah, Fripp Island. nearby marinas, as well as all
behind Charley’s Crab near Hudson’s (on Skull Creek).
Hilton Head marinas. Talk with Ed about the latest in
31ft’ Sportfisherman. Quick trip out to Port Royal Sound
upgrades. 843-681-2107 / 843-298-2107 See page 91
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Where To Go
I S L A N D L O C AT I O N G U I D E
Letters and numbers to the right of the listings refer to the location on the “Finding Your Way Around” Map
RESTAURANTS
Alexander’s 785-4999 O-12 Signals at Crowne Plaza Resort 842-2400 M-13
Alligator Grille & Seafood Restaurant842-4888 J-11 Turtles Beach Bar & Grill @The Westin 681-4000 U-11
Aqua Grille & Lounge 341-3331 K-13 GOLF COURSES
Beach Break Grill 785-2466 K-11 Arthur Hills (Palmetto Dunes) 785-1140 N-12
The Big Bamboo Cafe 686-3443 K13 Arthur Hills (Palmetto Hall) 785-1138 T-8
Bistro Mezzaluna 842-5011 K-12 Barony 689-GOLF T-10
Brick Oven 686-2233 J-11 Country Club of HH 681-GOLF S- 5
Casey’s Sports Bar & Grill 785-2255 K-11 Crescent Pointe 706-2600 N-2
Charlie’s L’Etoile Verte 785-9277 L-12 Eagle’s Point 686-4457 N-2
Crazy Crab on Jarvis Creek 681-5021 O-5 Executive Golf Club 686-6400 N- 3
Crazy Crab at Harbour Town 363-2722 F-10 George Fazio 785-1138 O-12
Daufuskie Crab Company 342-TOUR(8687) N-9 Golden Bear Golf Club 689-2200 R-9
Eastern Chinese & Japanese Cuisine 686-6880 N-11 Harbour Town 363-4485 G-9
Flora’s Italian Cafe 842-8200 N-12 Hilton Head National 842-5900 N-2
Hinchey’s Chicago Bar & Grill 686-5959 K-13 Island Putt & Drive 842-9990 S-11
IlCarpaccio 342-9949 R-9 Island West 689-6660 N-2
The Jazz Corner 842-8620 L-11 Marriott’s Golf Central 686-7105
Lands End Tavern 671-5456 D-10 Ocean Course 363-4475 G-11
Main Street Cafe & Pub 689-3999 R-8 Old South Golf Links 785-5353 N-2
McDonald’s 785-8025 (South Oyster Reef 681-7717 T-5
McDonald’s 681-8025 (North Planters Row 689-GOLF T-10
Robbers Row 689-GOLF T-10
McDonald’s 837-8025 (Bluffton
Robert Cupp 785-1138 T-7
Old Oyster Factory 681-6040 P-10
Robert Trent Jones 785-1138 O-12
Palmetto Bay Sunrise Cafe 686-3232 K-8
Sea Marsh 363-4475 G-11
Quarterdeck 671-2222 F-9 Shipyard 689-GOLF L-12
Redfish 686-3388 K-10 Island Golf School 686-3355 R-9
Reilley’s South 842-4414 K-11 Junior Players Golf Academy 686-3355 R-9
Reilley’s North 681-4153 S-10
Ruan Thai Cuisine 785-8575 N-12 TENNIS
Ruan Thai Cuisine (Bluffton) 757-9479 N-1 HHI Beach & Tennis Resort 842-0079 T-11
Ruan Thai (Savannah) 912-231-6667 Island Recreation Center 681-7273
Salty Dog Cafe 671-2233 D-10 Marriott’s Grande Ocean Resort
Smokehouse Bar & House of BBQ 842-4BBQ K-13 Tennis Center 686-7343 J-13
Port Royal Racquet Club 686-8803 T-11
Squat & Gobble 757-4242 L-2 -
Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center 785-1152 O-12
The Studio Artistic Dining 785-6000 K-11
Sea Pines Racquet Club 363-4495 F-10
Wreck of the Salty Dog 671-7327 D-10
South Beach Racquet Club 671-2215 D-10
BARS & LOUNGES Van der Meer Shipyard
Alligator Grille & Seafood Restaurant842-4888 J-11 Racquet Club 686-8804 I-12
Aqua Grille & Lounge 341-3331 K-13 Van der Meer Tennis Center 785-8388 J-12
The Big Bamboo Cafe 686-3443 K-13 MARINAS
Bistro Mezzaluna 842-5011 K-12 Broad Creek Marina 681-DOCK` N-9
The Electric Piano 785-KEYS(5397) J-11 Docks on Skull Creek 689-6800 Q-5
Hinchey’s Chicago Bar & Grill 686-5959 K-13 Harbour Town Yacht Basin 671-2704 G-9
The Jazz Corner 842-8620 L-11 Hilton Head HarborRV Resort & Marina681-3256 O-4
Marriott’s Lobby Lounge 686-8488 O-13 Palmetto Bay Marina 785-3910 N-9
Monkey Business 686-3545 J-11 The Boathouse 681-2628 Q-5
Old Oyster Factory 681-6040 P-10 Shelter Cove Marina 842-7001 O-10
Main Street Cafe & Pub 689-3999 R-8 Skull Creek Marina 681-4234 S-3
Quarterdeck 671-2222 F-9 South Beach Marina 671-6699 D-10
XO LoungeHilton Oceanfront Resort 341-8080 N-13 Windmill Harbour 681-9235 M-5
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