Kiawah Restaurants

Our Kiawah restaurants and dining recommendations promise a great experience, whether you prefer fresh seafood, BBQ, Italian or a quick bite with the family. Indulge in a relaxing meal that will leave a lasting impression and make your stay on Kiawah Island even more memorable. 

Fine Dining

Casual Dining

Ice Cream & Night Life

Kiawah Island Fine Dining Restaurants

The Atlantic Room on Kiawah Island, a recommended dining spot with a luxurious atmosphere and stunning ocean views.

The Atlantic Room (Recommended!)

Gourmet Seafood Restaurant

Enjoy breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and Pete Dye’s windswept masterpiece as you indulge in a seaside or cocktails at sunset, the perfect setting for a truly memorable dining experience.

Reservations Required

The Ocean Room at The Sanctuary, a recommended upscale steakhouse on Kiawah Island, offering a luxurious dining experience.

The Ocean Room (Recommended!)

Steakhouse

Savor masterful dishes made from locally sourced beef, poultry, and produce in a seasonally changing menu. all complemented by oversized leather chairs in a stately bar area and a decadent dining room with sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean for unparalleled dining experience.

Attire: Gentlemen and boys over 8 must wear a collared shirt, slacks or neat denim, and closed-toe shoes. Ladies and girls over 8 should wear cocktail attire such as dresses, skirts, blouses, or neat denim.

A hearty plate of barbecue from Cherrywood BBQ & Ale House on Kiawah Island, showcasing the best of local dining.

Cherrywood BBQ & Ale House

Steakhouse

Featuring succulent meats smoked daily in-house over local hardwoods, signature sauces and sides, and over 60 local & imported beers.

Reservations Recommended

Jasmine Porch restaurant offers an inviting Lowcountry fine dining experience on Kiawah Island, with a cozy, elegant interior.

Jasmine Porch

Lowcountry Fine Dining

Extensive lunch and dinner menus composed of traditional Lowcountry and regional favorites, plus a grand buffet breakfast with made-to-order omelet station, hot breakfast specialties, fresh pastries, fruits, cereals, and more.

Reservations Required for Dinner Service

Tomasso at Turtle Point Clubhouse, an Italian fine dining venue on Kiawah Island with a stylish and inviting ambiance.

Tomasso at Turtle Point Clubhouse

Italian Fine Dining

Authentic Italian cuisine in a warm, inviting atmosphere that embodies family-style hospitality. Homemade pastas, sauces, pizzas, and breads feature fresh and simple ingredients, expertly prepared for your enjoyment.

Reservations Required for Dinner

Kiawah Island Casual Dining Restaurants

Relax at Loggerhead Grill on Kiawah Island, a recommended poolside bar and grill perfect for casual dining.

Loggerhead Grill (Recommended!)

Poolside Bar and Grill, Casual Dining

Overlooks the Sanctuary’s pools and the Atlantic Ocean, and serves a wide variety of sandwiches, grilled burgers, salads, and wraps. Great for lunch. During the summer they offer a buffet on certain nights. Pool not available to our guests.

Open Seasonally, Weather Permitting

The Nest Market | Café at Kiawah Island Resort, a charming casual eatery set against a stunning sunset.

The Nest Market | Café

Casual Eatery

Daily specials, sandwiches, salads, pizza, plus grocery items, beer and wine, cigars, newspapers, movie rentals, Kiawah logo apparel, and gifts.

Kiawah Island Ice Cream and Nightlife

Guests enjoying the sophisticated and welcoming atmosphere of the recommended Lobby Bar, a cocktail bar at Kiawah Island.

Lobby Bar (Recommended!)

Cocktail Bar

Signature cocktails, light snacks, and a spectacular view of the Atlantic Ocean. The stone fireplace creates a warm and inviting haven during the winter. Featuring live music every Friday and Saturday evening from 7:00pm – 10:00pm.

A delightful frozen treat from Beaches & Cream at The Sanctuary, Kiawah Island, topped with colorful sprinkles and macarons.

Beaches & Cream

Ice Cream Parlour

Treat your taste buds to a delightful assortment of gourmet treats guaranteed to satisfy every sweet tooth, no matter your age. Choose from their scrumptious collection of creamy ice cream, frozen yogurt, irresistible candies, decadent pralines, and other mouth-watering sweets.

The serene outdoor dining area of Salty Dog Cafe at Kiawah Island, featuring ample seating under beige umbrellas with a picturesque marshland backdrop.

Salty Dog Cafe

Waterfront Cafe

Salty Dog boasts a terrific view of Bohicket Creek. There’s a cozy bar inside, but most of the action takes place on the multi-level decks. Open for lunch and dinner, it’s a popular, high-energy hangout for tan, fun-loving locals and tourists of all ages. Accessible by boat. Seafood platters, burgers, and sides — plus a great view with outdoor seating.

Reservations Not Available

Explore Other Dining Locations Nearby

Freshfields Market at Kiawah Island, a popular attraction for shopping and dining under a clear blue sky.

Freshfields Shopping Center

More casual dining options and some great places to bike for lunch.

Patrons enjoying a lively dining atmosphere at a restaurant on Johns Island near Kiawah, reflecting the island's vibrant restaurant scene.

Johns Island

Authentic Lowcountry dishes. Eat like the locals.