Isle of Palms' restaurants are a jackpot for visitors with a taste for fresh seafood and homegrown lowcountry ingredients. A fine assortment of low-key eateries line the beachfront and the sound near the Isle of Palms Marina, including Morgan Creek Grill, One-Eyed Parrot, and Coconut Joe's. For fancier dining experiences, visitors head to Wild Dunes Resort's fine restaurants.
Charleston Crab House1101 Stockade Ln.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29466
(843) 795-1963
The Crab House offers great seafood at sensible prices. Fresh local seafood, steaks, chicken, pasta, kids' menu, and more. Located on James Island on the Intracoastal Waterway with dockside dining. Downtown Charleston & Mt. Pleasant locations also.
Morgan Creek Grill80 41st Ave.
Isle of Palms, SC 29451
(843) 768-0753
Located right outside of the Wild Dunes gate, and overlooking both the Intracoastal Waterway and the Isle of Palms Marina, the Morgan Creek Grill features fresh seafood, choice steaks, and an array of unique house specialties. The rooftop Upperdeck Bar features live entertainment five nights a week. Boat slips are available, so fun seekers can come by land or sea.
Sticky Fingers341 Johnnie Dodds Blvd.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
(843) 856-8970
Try the ribs that
Bon Appetit described as "fall-off-the-bone delicious." Pulled barbecue, chicken sandwiches, giant dinner salads, and a special children’s menu. Open for lunch and dinner in Mt. Pleasant.
One Eyed Parrot1130 Ocean Blvd.
Isle of Palms, SC 29451
(843) 886-4360
One-Eyed Parrot dishes up a tasty mix of Cuban and Jamaican flavors inventively combined with fresh lowcountry seafood. Specialties of the house include jerk grilled scallops and seafood paella. Don't miss the "rasta fried grit cake" consisting of shrimp, grits, and scallops in spicy chorizo cream. Located right on the beach on Isle of Palms, the eatery also serves a large selection of fruity tropical drinks.
Schlotzsky's Deli730 Coleman Blvd.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
(843) 849-0142
A popular chain, Schlotzsky's bakes sourdough buns and pizza crust and specializes in sandwiches, pizzas, soups, and salads. Every sandwich is made-to-order and served hot. Kid's meals, party trays, and take out available. Open daily and located in Mt. Pleasant.
Giuseppi's Pizza & Pasta(843) 856-2525
There's something for everyone at this casual restaurant. Award-winning pizza, a large menu, full bar, take-out and delivery. A MUST when in Mt. Pleasant.
Coconut Joe's1120 Ocean Blvd.
Isle of Palms, SC 29451
(843) 886-0046
Nestled on the beach on Isle of Palms, Coconut Joe's is a casual lunch and dinner spot with breezy views of the water. An eclectic menu of pastas, sandwiches, and seafood accompany tropical cocktails and other tasty beverages. The rooftop bar features tropical live music on most nights in the summer.