CQ's

Name: CQ's
Address: 140A Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island, SC, United States, 29928
Telephone: (843) 671-2779
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

3313 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

25 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 27 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem

Nestled amidst the ancient, moss draped oaks in Harbour Town, CQ's combines great fun, fine dining and a touch of Hilton Head Island history. CQ's has the feeling of an old, cozy, and comfortable inn. Heart-of-pine floors, wooden mantle pieces, stained glass, and the photographs and memorabilia of the Lowcountry culture all contribute to the charm that has made CQ's the place to dine since 1973. Inspired by the abundant varieties of fresh seafood, beef and game available. Our chef creates dishes that are best described as contemporary American with classic influences. Recognized for having the most extensive wine list on Hilton Head Island, CQ's offers more than 400 wine selections with over 70 poured by the glass.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Daily 17:00–20:30
Phone number
(843) 671-2779
Website
http://www.cqsrestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
140A Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Area
Hilton Head
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

CQ's She Crab SoupUS$10.00
An Island Tradition Since 1973
Featured Daily SoupUS$10.00
Contemporary and classic preparations
Prince Edward Island MusselsUS$17.00
White Wine, Roasted Garlic, Cream & Herbed Crostinis
Fried Green TomatoesUS$16.00
Pimento Cheese, Arugula & Roasted Red Pepper Coulis
Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$18.00
Poached, Lemon, & House-made Tanqueray Cocktail Sauce
Calamari PuttanescaUS$16.00
Sauteed with Garlic, Herbs, Spinach &Sundried Tomato Tapenade

Salads

Roasted Beets & Arugula SaladUS$12.00
Goat Cheese, Toasted Pecans & Balsamic Reduction
Traditional CaesarUS$11.00
Romaine Hearts, Parmesan, Garlic Croutons, Marinated White Anchovies
Iceberg WedgeUS$12.00
Buttermilk Blue Cheese, Ranch, Grape Tomatoes, Red Onions, Apple Wood Smoked Bacon

Entrees

Prestige Farms Chicken BreastUS$32.00
Sauteed Mushrooms, Sweet Onions, Haricot Verts, Whipped Potatoes, Demi Glace
Grilled Atlantic SalmonUS$35.00
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Buttered Leeks, Whole Grain mustard Cream
Butcher Block" Prime Pork ChopUS$37.00
Roasted Potatoes, Caramelized Onions, Haricot Verts, Bacon, Bourbon Glazed Apples & Demi Glace
Seared Ahi TunaUS$41.00
Sesame Encrusted, Edamame Hummus, Asian Vegetable Slaw, Pickled Ginger & Ponzu Sauce
CQ's Shellfish PastaUS$39.00
Sautéed Lobster, Shrimp, Spinach, Grape Tomatoes & Boursin Soubise Sauce, Over Campanella Pasta
Lump Crab CakesUS$41.00
Roasted Poblano Peppers, Corn, Red Onions, Tomatoes, Spinach, Whipped Potatoes and Remoulade
Grilled 8oz. Filet MignonUS$48.00
Potato Pancake, Grilled Asparagus, Green Peppercorn and Brandy Sauce
Wild Caught Grilled ShrimpUS$39.00
Herb Roasted Potatoes, Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Tomatoes, Spinach, Rosemary Beurre Blanc
Pan Seared Diver ScallopsUS$41.00
Sweet Pea Risotto, Parmesan, Pancetta, Saffron Cream

A Take on the Classics

CQ"s Old FashionUS$13.50
Basil Hayden's Mortar Cherries And Oranges, With Orange Bitters
Classic "Bleu"US$12.50
Bombay Sapphire, splash vermouth and blue cheese stuffed olives
French MartiniUS$12.50
Vodka, Chambord and fresh pineapple juice
CQ's Peach MadrasUS$13.00
Tito's Vodka, Peach Stirrings, orange & cranberry Juice
Pearfection MartiniUS$12.50
Pear Vodka with Elderflower liqueur and a splash of lemon
Southern ManhattanUS$13.00
Maker's Mark, sweet vermouth, Angostura bitters and a cherry
Dark and StormyUS$11.50
Gosling's Black Seal Rum, ginger beer, fresh lime and a splash of bitters
CosmopolitanUS$12.50
Orange vodka, triple sec, fresh lime juice and a dash of cranberry
CQ's Beach BreezeUS$12.00
Malibu Coconut Rum, pineapple juice and a splash of grenadine
Pomegranate MartiniUS$12.50
Vodka, Sour Mix, Tripe Sec, Pomegranate liquor

Brews

Gaffel Kolsch, GermanyUS$6.25
Samuel Smith's Brown Ale, EnglandUS$6.75
Bell's Two Hearted IPAUS$6.00
Landshark LagerUS$4.50
Allagash WhiteUS$6.25
HeinekenUS$5.50
Amstel LightUS$4.75
Lazy MagnoliaUS$4.75

Featured Whites

Albarino, Burgans, Rias Baixas, Spain
- 6ozUS$9.25
- 9ozUS$13.25
Pinot Grigio, Baroni Fin, Italy
- 6ozUS$9.25
- 9ozUS$13.25
Pinot Grigio, Cornaro, Veneto, Italy
- 6ozUS$9.25
- 9ozUS$13.25
Pinot Gris, Eola Hill, Willamette Valley, OR
- 6ozUS$9.75
- 9ozUS$13.75
Rose, Sangiovese, France
- 6ozUS$9.75
- 9ozUS$13.75
Riesling, Dr. Loosen, Mosel, Germany
- 6ozUS$9.25
- 9ozUS$13.25
Picpoul de Pinet, Hughes Bealiu, Languedoc
- 6ozUS$9.25
- 9ozUS$13.25
Sauvignon Blanc, Huia, Marlborough, NZ
- 6ozUS$9.75
- 9ozUS$13.75
Sauvignon Blanc, Paulus Gold, Hungary
- 6ozUS$8.50
- 9ozUS$12.50
Sauvignon Blanc, Emmolo, Napa County
- 6ozUS$8.50
- 9ozUS$12.50
White Bordeaux, Chateau la Pereyre, Bordeaux
- 6ozUS$9.75
- 9ozUS$13.75
Chablis, Louis Moreau, Chablis Bourgogne
- 6ozUS$13.00
- 9ozUS$19.00
Fume Blanc, Ferrari Canaro
- 6ozUS$8.50
- 9ozUS$12.50
Chardonnay, Louis Latour, Macon-Villages
- 6ozUS$10.25
- 9ozUS$15.25
Chardonnay, Harken, Lodi
- 6ozUS$9.75
- 9ozUS$13.75
Chardonnay, Four Vines "Naked", Central Coast
- 6ozUS$9.75
- 9ozUS$13.75
Chardonnay, Sonoma Cutrer, Russian River
- 6ozUS$13.25
- 9ozUS$19.25
Chardonnay, Chappellet, Petaluma Gap
- 6ozUS$22.25
- 9ozUS$33.50

Featured Reds

Cotes du Rhone, Rhone Valley, France
- 6ozUS$11.25
- 9ozUS$16.25
Pinot Noir, Block Nine, California
- 6ozUS$8.75
- 9ozUS$12.75
Pinot Noir, Cline Family Cellars, Sonoma County
- 6ozUS$11.25
- 9ozUS$16.25
Pinot Noir, Underwood, Oregon
- 6ozUS$9.25
- 9ozUS$13.25
Malbec, Dona Paula Argentina
- 6ozUS$9.75
- 9ozUS$13.25
Merlot, J Lohr California
- 6ozUS$9.25
- 9ozUS$13.25
Merlot, Hogue, Washington
- 6ozUS$9.75
- 9ozUS$13.75
Super Tuscan, Carpineto Dogajolo, Toscana
- 6ozUS$11.50
- 9ozUS$16.25
Red Blend, Bodri Szekszard, Hungary
- 6ozUS$8.50
- 9ozUS$12.50
Red Blend, Revelry, Columbia Valley, Washington
- 6ozUS$12.75
- 9ozUS$18.25
Cabernet Sauvignon, Sean Mainor
- 6ozUS$8.50
- 9ozUS$12.50
Cabernet Sauvignon, Bench, Napa
- 6ozUS$13.25
- 9ozUS$19.25
Cabernet Sauvignon, Michael Pozzan, Alexander Valley
- 6ozUS$10.75
- 9ozUS$15.25

Sparkling Wines

Prosecco, Cavit, Lunetta, Trentino Chandon NV (Napa) 187ml
- SplitsUS$9.50
- SplitsUS$13.00

Cordials

Remy Martin XOUS$42.00
Remy Martin VSOPUS$14.00
Courvoisier VSUS$12.50
Hennessy VSUS$11.50
Hennessy VSOPUS$18.00
Grand Marnier 100yrUS$39.95

Small Batch Bourbons & Whiskeys

Basil Hayden 80US$12.75
Knob CreekUS$12.75
Woodford ReserveUS$12.75
Gentleman JackUS$10.75
BulleitUS$11.50
Bulleit RyeUS$11.50
BookersUS$30.50

Classic Malts

Highland Park 12yrUS$16.50
Dalwhinnie 15yrUS$16.50
Glenkinchie 10yrUS$12.50
Glenlivet 10yrUS$12.50
Laphroaig 10yrUS$13.50
Oban 14yrUS$13.50
Macallan 12yrUS$13.50
MaCallan 18yrUS$34.50
Lagavulin 16yrUS$24.00

What 3,313 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Loved For

South Carolina
Contemporary American
Hilton Head
Best Overall
Hilton Head
Best Food
Hilton Head
Best Service
Hilton Head
Best Ambience
Hilton Head
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

CQ's offers a "wonderful experience" with "fantastic service" and "beautifully plated food" in a "great atmosphere." Guests rave about the "delicious food" and "friendly, attentive staff." A "hidden gem," it delivers "memorable dining" every visit. Perfect for special occasions, it promises "outstanding service" and "exceptional meals."

3,313 Reviews

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Antoinette
VIP
Cleveland
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just not what it used to be or should be. Soup of the day was tasteless, so was the sauce for the mussels. They should also change the fried green tomatoes back to the old recipe with the pimento cheese. It’s so much better.
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Elizabeth
VIP
Washington DC
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great to revisit this Hilton Head legend after many years away. Wonderful food and great service.
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Jim
New York City
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience at CQ’s. Waitress Michelle was knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. She made great recommendations on dinners, and we had a wonderful time with friends. Great experience all the way around!
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Mike
Minneapolis
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tonight's special was a almond crusted flounder...EXCELLENT. I hope it's on the menu again. Michelle's service was outstanding. I look forward to my next visit.
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Angela
Coastal Georgia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent place! Blueberry cobbler was wonderful. Great service. We sat downstairs. Cozy and romantic.
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Tom
VIP
Chicago
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always excellent food and excellent service. And in a unique location.
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Michael
VIP
Pittsburgh
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
CQs never disappoints. Peter is a terrific server, great food, wonderful people.
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Herbert
VIP
Charleston
46 reviews
4.0
46 reviews
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The dinner was wonderful from start to finish. Our server, Jacob, was excellent. We did not think it was a good value. We felt we could get similar quality food elsewhere on the island for less. Perhaps, you have to pay for the location.
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Chris
VIP
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 12 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and excellent service. Nice atmosphere.
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Nancy
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
CQ's is my favorite restaurant on HHI because of the cozy atmosphere, the interesting history & architecture, and the always, always great food and wonderful service! Thanks for lasting so long.
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FAQs

CQ's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 671-2779.

CQ's is rated 4.8 stars by 3313 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

25 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

140A Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Hilton Head
Hours of Operation
Daily 17:00–20:30
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cqsrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(843) 671-2779

Featured in

100 South Carolina Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

CQ's

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

100 South Carolina Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Seared Ahi Tuna

CQ's She Crab Soup

Calamari Puttanesca

Great Beginnings

CQ's She Crab SoupUS$10.00

Featured Daily SoupUS$10.00

Prince Edward Island MusselsUS$17.00

Fried Green TomatoesUS$16.00

Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$18.00

Calamari PuttanescaUS$16.00

Salads

Roasted Beets & Arugula SaladUS$12.00

Traditional CaesarUS$11.00

Iceberg WedgeUS$12.00

Entrees

Prestige Farms Chicken BreastUS$32.00

Grilled Atlantic SalmonUS$35.00

Butcher Block" Prime Pork ChopUS$37.00

Seared Ahi TunaUS$41.00

CQ's Shellfish PastaUS$39.00

Lump Crab CakesUS$41.00

Grilled 8oz. Filet MignonUS$48.00

Wild Caught Grilled ShrimpUS$39.00

Pan Seared Diver ScallopsUS$41.00

A Take on the Classics

CQ"s Old FashionUS$13.50

Classic "Bleu"US$12.50

French MartiniUS$12.50

CQ's Peach MadrasUS$13.00

Pearfection MartiniUS$12.50

Southern ManhattanUS$13.00

Dark and StormyUS$11.50

CosmopolitanUS$12.50

CQ's Beach BreezeUS$12.00

Pomegranate MartiniUS$12.50

Brews

Gaffel Kolsch, GermanyUS$6.25

Samuel Smith's Brown Ale, EnglandUS$6.75

Bell's Two Hearted IPAUS$6.00

Landshark LagerUS$4.50

Allagash WhiteUS$6.25

HeinekenUS$5.50

Amstel LightUS$4.75

Lazy MagnoliaUS$4.75

Featured Whites

Albarino, Burgans, Rias Baixas, Spain

Pinot Grigio, Baroni Fin, Italy

Pinot Grigio, Cornaro, Veneto, Italy

Pinot Gris, Eola Hill, Willamette Valley, OR

Rose, Sangiovese, France

Riesling, Dr. Loosen, Mosel, Germany

Picpoul de Pinet, Hughes Bealiu, Languedoc

Sauvignon Blanc, Huia, Marlborough, NZ

Sauvignon Blanc, Paulus Gold, Hungary

Sauvignon Blanc, Emmolo, Napa County

White Bordeaux, Chateau la Pereyre, Bordeaux

Chablis, Louis Moreau, Chablis Bourgogne

Fume Blanc, Ferrari Canaro

Chardonnay, Louis Latour, Macon-Villages

Chardonnay, Harken, Lodi

Chardonnay, Four Vines "Naked", Central Coast

Chardonnay, Sonoma Cutrer, Russian River

Chardonnay, Chappellet, Petaluma Gap

Featured Reds

Cotes du Rhone, Rhone Valley, France

Pinot Noir, Block Nine, California

Pinot Noir, Cline Family Cellars, Sonoma County

Pinot Noir, Underwood, Oregon

Malbec, Dona Paula Argentina

Merlot, J Lohr California

Merlot, Hogue, Washington

Super Tuscan, Carpineto Dogajolo, Toscana

Red Blend, Bodri Szekszard, Hungary

Red Blend, Revelry, Columbia Valley, Washington