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The Salty Dog Cafe
Hush Puppies
Mentioned multiple times as 'best hush puppies ever' with honey butter and consistently praised for their outstanding taste, making them a must-try appetizer or side.
Seafood Mac & Cheese
Recommended for its unique combination of Gouda cheese with seafood, highly praised for being delicious and a standout seafood dish.
Chicken Wings
Repeatedly called 'the best' chicken wings by reviewers, with multiple visits specifically to enjoy these wings, highlighting their exceptional flavor.
Lobster Grilled Cheese
Noted for being a good-sized, delicious sandwich with lobster and shrimp, recommended by several reviewers for lunch.
Fisherman's Pasta
Highly recommended for its rich creamy sauce loaded with large chunks of crab, shrimp, and lobster, praised for quality and taste.
Shrimp and Grits
Mentioned as a favorite dish that was devoured eagerly, indicating strong flavor and satisfaction.
Gator Melt
Suggested as a unique dish with andouille sausage and gator meat; while not earth-shattering, it is a distinctive menu item worth trying.
Shrimp Po' Boy
Described as 'to die for' and paired well with hush puppies, showing strong approval from reviewers.
Calibogue Shrimp Salad
Highly praised as outstanding, especially when paired with the raspberry walnut vinaigrette, making it a special salad choice.
South Beach Lobster and Shrimp Roll
Recommended due to its deliciousness and accompanied by notably good potato salad, indicating a satisfying and flavorful dish.
She-Crab Soup
Mentioned as delicious and a highlight of the meal, appealing to those who enjoy rich seafood soups.
Location details
232 S Sea Pines Dr, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, 29928, US
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
About The Salty Dog Cafe
Waterfront cafe with a casual vibe featuring a seafood-focused menu, deck seating & an outdoor bar.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Checks
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is The Salty Dog Cafe known for?
It is best known for its hush puppies, which are mentioned far more than any other item, along with seafood plates like she crab soup, crab cakes, and lowcountry boil. Reviewers also call out the dockside setting and live music, which make the meal feel like a classic Hilton Head waterfront stop.
What dishes are most recommended at The Salty Dog Cafe?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend the hush puppies, she crab soup, crab cakes, shrimp po’boy, lowcountry boil, and Fisherman’s pasta with crab, shrimp, and lobster. Other specific favorites include shrimp and grits, lobster grilled cheese, gator melt, and the Lowcountry mac and cheese, which one reviewer called a unique seafood dish.
What is the atmosphere like at The Salty Dog Cafe?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and dockside, with outdoor seating on the patio or deck, water views, and live music. It works well for groups and families, and reviewers also mention it as a good spot for solo dining or a relaxed meal after walking the boardwalk in Sea Pines.
Is The Salty Dog Cafe good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is about $20 to $30, and reviewers say portions are large enough to justify the cost, especially for dishes like po’boys and breakfast plates. Some guests do think it is a little overpriced compared with less touristy nearby spots, but many still feel the food, service, and setting make it worthwhile.
How long is the wait at The Salty Dog Cafe?
A wait is common, and one lunch visit on a Tuesday had about a 30-minute wait, even though the staff and service were praised once seated. Reviewers suggest the nearby dock, store, and Sea Pines setting make the wait easier to handle.
Is parking available at The Salty Dog Cafe?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does The Salty Dog Cafe have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Salty Dog Cafe offers vegetarian options.
Is The Salty Dog Cafe kid-friendly?
Yes, The Salty Dog Cafe is good for kids.
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