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Breakwater Restaurant & Bar - Beaufort
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(2,546)"Chic, sexy and glamorous", are words that have been used to describe the decor of this downtown Beaufort hotspot. If you are looking for where the locals eat, Breakwater is it. The atmosphere is upscale casual, the staff is friendly, welcoming and attentive.
Chef Lang and Chef Shaw's version of 'New Southern Cuisine' contains the past, present, and future all at once. Younger, lighter, and fresher than traditional Southern 'Old School' deep-fried fare while acknowledging culinary influences from the world beyond. Exceptional tapas menu, outstanding fresh local seafood and produce.
The bar at Breakwater exudes a lively energy with locals and travelers alike. Exceptional wine list with 75 wines by the glass.Saltus River Grill
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.7(3,835)We are now booking reservations for parties of up to 4 people online! Please call the restaurant at (843)379-3474 to make a reservation for parties of 5 or more people. All reservations are held for inside as outdoor seating is weather permitting. Comments specifying seating preferences are honored if and when available. We will try to honor all requests, but they are not guaranteed. We look forward to serving you soon!
Saltus River Grill is a unique, and exciting restaurant in historic downtown Beaufort, South Carolina. With a grand view of the Intracoastal Waterway from its Sonoma-style patio or from the expansive full-service bar and dining room, this sizzling contemporary seafood grill combines the atmosphere of a chic Manhattan eatery with the historic charm found only in the South Carolina Lowcountry.
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- TTapasJacksonville / Northeast Florida •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoWonderful. Food is excellent!! Best Italian restaurant I’ve ever been too.More infoMiramare ItalianoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Burton•4.7
- JJoeAnchorage •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoWe went to Saltus based on the recommendation of friends. It didn’t disappoint. Great food. Great service. Can’t wait to come back.More infoSaltus River GrillPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Beaufort•4.7
- DDebraVIPHouston •10 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoThe Wren was very well decorated and clean. The food was amazing. Would definitely go back.More infoWren Bistro & BarPrice: Moderate• American• Beaufort•4.5
- SKSandiKVIPTampa / Central Florida West •2 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoThis was one of the best meals we have ever had.. it is a must go to restaurant.. Hotel wonderful too!!!More infoThe Ribaut Social Club - Anchorage 1770Price: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Beaufort•4.8
- JJohnVIPWashington, D.C. Area •14 reviews5.0Dined on 4 Mar 2025Good food, great location, great vibe, excellent service. Always consistent.More infoBreakwater Restaurant & Bar - BeaufortPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Beaufort•4.8
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