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Combine and satisfy your love for fine food, luxury, and eco-friendly outdoor adventure on the sunny shoreline of South Carolina’s Seabrook Island.

Situated just a stone’s throw from Charleston, ranked one of the best foodie cities in the US, Seabrook Island is a luxury destination with endless activities to work up an appetite, world-class restaurants with menus and views to complete every craving, and elegant plantation homes with gourmet kitchens that’ll have the chef in your crew clicking “Book Now”!

From Sunday brunches, lazy lunches, and fun, family-focused restaurants to feed the kids to fine dining and frozen cocktails overlooking Seabrook’s scenic shoreline, food lovers are in for a feast during their stay on Seabrook Island.

**The restaurants on Seabrook Island are highly seasonal so please be aware of changes in hours of operation. An amenity card is required for all on-island dining and no credit cards are accepted – amenity card charges only.

Seabrook Island Beach Club Restaurants

The Beach Club is Seabrook Island’s best summer place to play, and you can dine in your cover-ups and flip-flops, with no reservations required. The Beach Club boasts two oceanfront pools with sunbathing decks, a private beach with shaded cabanas, umbrellas, and sun loungers, and a seasonal café, poolside grill, and oceanfront open-air bar and restaurant. Reservations are not required at the Beach Club.

OSPREY CAFE

Beach Club Pools

Phone: (843) 768-1244
Open: April – November
Satuday & Sunday | 8 AM to 12 PM

Breakfast | Lunch & Treats

The Osprey Café is perfect for a freshly brewed coffee and breakfast pastry before the beach. The café also stocks ready-made sandwiches and salads to go, bottled beverages, ice-cream treats, and all you need for a beach day.

Local’s Tip: Be aware! Coolers are not allowed to be brought into the Beach Club!

CAP’N SAMS GRILL

Beach Club Pools

Phone: (843) 768-1244
Open: April – November
Open Daily | 12 PM to 7 PM

Located by the towel service building, Cap’n Sams Grill is a relaxed poolside eatery open from mid-morning to mid-afternoon with a casual grill menu accompanied by full bar service complete with draught beer on tap. Perfect for a quick bite or to-go lunch for the beach or pool.

PELICAN’S NEST

Beach Club Pools

Phone: (843) 768-1244
Open: April – November
Apr 16 – May 28
Friday, Saturday, Sunday | 12 PM to 6 PM
May 29 – Sep 4
Open Daily | 11:30 AM to 9 PM

Brunch Menu | Full Menu | Football Specials Menu

For casual coastal dining on Seabrook Island, the Pelican’s Nest is unbeatable! Pelican’s Nest is a full-service pavilion-style restaurant and bar perched on the ocean’s edge with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, a regular side of dolphin watching, summer live music, and the best sunset views on Seabrook Island. Sunday brunch is also available from April to November. Reservations are not required.

Waterfront Restaurants at Bohicket Marina

Nestled along Bohicket Creek between Kiawah Island & Seabrook Island, the waterfront restaurants at Bohicket Marina offer a classic Lowcountry dining experience with tranquil views over the marina and marshlands, award-winning seafood, and the best sunset views in Charleston! A perfect setting to end off an epic fishing charter or paddle adventure of the waterways surrounding Seabrook Island.

SALTY DOG CAFE

Bohicket Marina Market, 1882 Andell Bluff Blvd, Johns Island, SC

Phone: (843) 952-7335
Open Daily | 11 AM to 10 PM
Daily Happy Hour | 4 PM to 7 PM
*Reservations not required

Lunch | Dinner | Kid Menu

Watch the sunset on the open deck of the world-famous Salty Dog Café at Bohicket Marina. The setting is casual with live music in the summer season, the southern-style seafood is fresh from the local waterways, the blender bar is tempting, and the views are out of this world!

Local’s Tip: Be aware! To avoid disappointment, the Salty Dog Café is no longer pet-friendly.

FISHER’S SPORTS PUB & GRILL

1883 Andell Bluff Blvd, Johns Island, SC

Phone: (843) 243-0210
Monday – Friday | 11:30 Am to 2 AM
Saturday & Sunday | 12 PM to 2 AM
Weekday Happy Hour | 5 PM to 7 PM

Lunch & Dinner Menu

Located next door to Salty Dog Café, Fisher’s Sports Pub & Grill is a laid-back local sports bar with traditional pub food, pool tables, and live music during the week. Indoor seating is limited and while there is no outdoor patio, you may order to go and enjoy your meal on the tables along the marina waterfront.

Find a Foodie Kitchen with Seabrook Exclusives

Our selection of private Seabrook Island vacation homes will indeed have the chef in your crew clicking “Book Now” before you blink! From gourmet kitchens to whip up your favorite family feasts with ease to stylish outdoor entertainment areas with built-in BBQs for backyard Lowcountry boils, our homes are equipped for foodie families of all sizes! All you need to do is hop on your bike, shop the Lowcountry farmers markets for fresh produce, and savor the flavors of Lowcountry cuisine from the comfort of home. Ready to book? Browse our collection of Seabrook Island rentals online or call our vacation specialists today at (843) 768-0808

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Savor time with loved ones, bask in the beauty of nature and start vacation traditions of your own on Seabrook Island. On Seabrook Island time moves slower, the lifestyle is good, and you’re guaranteed to go home relaxed, restored, and rejuvenated, but that’s not the only reason to visit Seabrook!

Here’s our top 10 reasons to put Seabrook Island on the top of your must visit destinations for a memorable vacation, any time of year!

1. PRIVATE, UNCROWDED, TROPICAL BEACHES

Seabrook Island boasts 3.5 miles of private, uncrowded (and dog friendly!) beaches along the Atlantic Coastline, open only to residents and guests on the island. Gentle waves lap the shore, the hard packed sand is perfect for building sandcastles, riding bikes and taking long beach walks, and the beaches on Seabrook Island offer coastal experiences unique to the island.

One of the most unique experiences on Seabrook Island is “strand feeding”. Cap’n Sams Inlet separates Seabrook & Kiawah Island and is one of the few places in the world where you can witness dolphins strand feeding in groups along the tidal creeks and marshes. From May to October, Loggerhead sea turtles make their home on Seabrook Island to nest and then their hatchlings make their way to the Atlantic Ocean so wildlife viewings are a regular occurrence when you walk the pristine shoreline on Seabrook Island.

Seabrook Island is also one of the few places on the east coast where you can ride horses along the beach! Whether you’re an experienced rider, or beginner to the saddle, the Seabrook Equestrian Center has a horseback riding experience for the whole crew.

2. LUXURY RESORT AMENITIES

Seabrook Island has luxury resort amenities for every type of traveler. The Seabrook Island Beach Club boasts two spectacular oceanfront pools and a private beach with loungers, cabanas and ocean views comparable to the Caribbean. Guests can dine oceanfront at Pelican’s Nest, poolside at Cap’n Sams Grill or pick up snacks and drinks from the Seabrook Shoppe. Traveling to Seabrook Island with kids? After one session of activities and adventures at Camp Seabrook, they’ll be begging for more!

The Seabrook Island Lake House, located near the Racquet Club and Equestrian Center, offers visitors a different view of the island. Nestled on the shoreline of Palmetto Lake, the Lake House features a state of the art fitness center with daily classes, basketball courts and playgrounds, and a scenic lakeside pool and sundeck set in Lowcountry landscapes.

3. WORLD-CLASS GOLF & TENNIS FACILITIES

Seabrook Island has it all! Miles of pristine, dog friendly beaches, luxury oceanfront amenities, and world-class golf and tennis facilities. Seabrook Island is home to two eco-friendly, Audubon-certified golf courses offering 36-holes of unique and challenging play for all skill levels, and both recently renovated by Rees Jones, Inc.

The Ocean Winds Golf Course, designed by Willian Byrd, lies oceanfront on the Atlantic Coastline and the Crooked Oaks Golf Course, a Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed course, weaves through the ancient oaks, marshes, maritime forests and Lowcountry landscapes of Seabrook Island. In addition, golfers have a state of the art practice facility with PGA professional instructors at the Seabrook Island Club, and five world-class golf courses on Kiawah Island, including the award-winning Oceans Course ranked one of America’s Greatest Public Courses by Golf Digest.

If tennis is your game, the Seabrook Island Racquet Club is consistently voted one of the “Top 25 US Tennis Resorts” by Tennis Magazine, with state of the art facilities, 15 professionally maintained clay courts including four night courts, a porch for viewers, and tennis camps and programs throughout the year.

4. NATURE TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Visiting Seabrook Island is like stepping back in time. Live Oaks and towering Palmettos line the pathways, dolphins frolic in the waterways, rustic trails wind through the old dunes and forests with an abundance of birdlife and wildlife, and scenic overlooks offer spectacular views of the untouched natural coastline of Seabrook Island.

Whatever your idea of adventure, you’ll find it here on Seabrook Island. From fishing & shrimping charters, guided eco-tours, and self-guided kayak and SUP adventures on the waterways, to pirate cruises for the kids or romantic sunset sails for just the two of you, there’s not shortage of tours and activities to experience the wildlife sanctuary of Seabrook Island.

5. PATIO DINING & LOWCOUNTRY CUISINE

The South Carolina coastline is known for its flavorful Lowcountry cuisine, fresh southern seafood, and world-famous Oyster Roasts! The options for eating out on Seabrook Island are endless – dine oceanfront at the Beach Club, on the fairways at the Seabrook Island Club, overlooking the creek at Bohicket Marina, or on a pet-friendly patio at Freshfields Village.

If you prefer to dine in, our Seabrook Island vacation rentals offer modern kitchens, fully equipped with all the essentials for a home-cooked meal or BBQ cookout – or order to go and have your favorite Lowcountry meal delivered to you in the comfort of home.

6. OPEN-AIR SHOPPING MARKETS

Freshfields Village is an open-air shopping market that serves Seabrook & Kiawah Island, located near the main entrance to the island and easily accessible on Seabrook Island’s network of bike paths. Freshfields Village has over 30 stores (including a grocery store for your vacation essentials), a diverse selection of restaurants with outdoor patios for your pooch, salons & spas, and seasonal farmers markets for fresh seafood, local farm produce, and gifts and souvenirs unique to Seabrook Island.

7. FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS

Seabrook Island is a family-friendly vacation destination with old-fashioned fun for the whole family. You’ll find fun festive events throughout the year at Freshfields Village, traditional Oyster Roasts at Mingo Point, seasonal fun for the whole family at the Beach Club and Lake House, and loads of family fun on nearby Kiawah Island.

8. CLOSE PROXIMITY TO CHARMING CHARLESTON

Seabrook Island offers visitors the best of both worlds – the natural beauty of the South Carolina sea islands and the urban vibe of historic Charleston, only 25 miles from Seabrook Island. Charleston abounds in Lowcountry charm with cobblestone streets, jasmine scented alleyways and gardens, sidewalk cafes, and an abundance of attractions for visitors to explore alone, or on one of Charleston’s many sightseeing tours. Consistently voted the No. 1 City in the USA, Charleston is worthy of a time slot on your Seabrook Island vacation itinerary.

9. AN ISLAND ESCAPE IN EASY REACH

Seabrook Island is an easy road-trip or flight into Charleston International Airport, only 30 miles from Seabrook Island. With over 30 daily non-stop flights from 37 US cities, including LA, Seattle and Denver on the west coast, easy transportation to Seabrook Island, and beautiful bike paths to get around the island, there’s no reason Seabrook Island is not the #1 travel destination on your bucket list!

10. LUXURY SEABROOK ISLAND BEACH HOMES & VILLAS

Finding your dream vacation home on Seabrook Island is easy! Our portfolio of Seabrook Island vacation rentals include luxury accommodations for every type of traveler. From beachfront villas, coastal cottages and golf course retreats to magnificent pet-friendly, oceanfront homes, your dream vacation home awaits on Seabrook Island, SC.

Please note: A Seabrook Island Club Amenity Card is required to access all resort amenities, dining and sports facilities including the Lake House. If the property you’re viewing includes the amenity card access in your reservation it will be clearly advertised in the unit description – if the property does not include the amenity fee, you can purchase an Amenity Card separately to access the Seabrook Island Club facilities.

Browse our portfolio online or contact our local vacation specialists at (843) 768-0808 to help you plan your Seabrook Island vacation experience today. There’s a reason to visit Seabrook Island in any season!

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The 5 Best Waterfront Restaurants on Seabrook Island

Seabrook Island Beach Club Restaurants

OSPREY CAFE

CAP’N SAMS GRILL

PELICAN’S NEST

Waterfront Restaurants at Bohicket Marina

SALTY DOG CAFE

FISHER’S SPORTS PUB & GRILL

Find a Foodie Kitchen with Seabrook Exclusives

Top 10 Reasons to Vacation on Seabrook Island

1. PRIVATE, UNCROWDED, TROPICAL BEACHES

2. LUXURY RESORT AMENITIES

3. WORLD-CLASS GOLF & TENNIS FACILITIES

4. NATURE TOURS & ACTIVITIES

5. PATIO DINING & LOWCOUNTRY CUISINE

6. OPEN-AIR SHOPPING MARKETS

7. FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS

8. CLOSE PROXIMITY TO CHARMING CHARLESTON

9. AN ISLAND ESCAPE IN EASY REACH

10. LUXURY SEABROOK ISLAND BEACH HOMES & VILLAS