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Gusto Ristorante, Hilton Head Island, SC

Gusto Ristorante

4.6
4.6
1864 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
Gusto Ristorante is a Northern Italian restaurant with a touch of the South at the Sea Turtle Marketplace in Hilton Head Island.
The executive chef and owner Giancarlo Balestra with his wife Nancy bring the vibrant flavors of his native hometown of Rome, Italy to Hilton Head. The couple who met in Rome 28 years ago discovered their shared passion for food and adventure and have since owned and operated restaurants in Aspen, Co, Winter Park, Fla and Saratoga Springs, NY. They fell in love with Hilton Head and decided to jump into this new exciting culinary adventure, hence the name Gusto, which means flavor and taste in Italian but also means a zest and enthusiasm for a delicious taste of life. The restaurant has a full bar, extensive wine list.

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What 1,864 people are saying

Gusto Ristorante reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hilton Head

    Child-friendly

  • Hilton Head

    Good for groups

  • Hilton Head

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gusto Ristorante delivers the charm of authentic Italian cuisine in Hilton Head Island. Guests rave about the "amazing food and service," with standout dishes like "the best bruschetta on the island" and "fantastic chicken parm." The warm, family-like atmosphere and "outstanding service" from Antonio and the team ensure a memorable dining experience.

1,864 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Maine1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The pastas were delicious! The lasagna is excellent. The marinara is perfect. Great Italian spot!

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  2. Turfman

    Charleston23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first time eating here. Service was great and the food was delicious. Portions were large. There were 6 in our party and everyone had something different and we all enjoyed our meals. Two of us had one of the daily specials. We were all impressed by the menu and will return.

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  3. Karen VIP

    Washington DC13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service were both excellent! Will definitely return next time I’m in Hilton Head!

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  4. PYoder VIP

    Columbus53 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was extraordinarily good - food was best Italian I’ve ever experienced!

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  5. John

    Charleston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food, service and atmosphere were excellent. We were checked on regularly and the bread is awesome. Great experience.

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  6. dorothy VIP

    Pittsburgh96 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    tables are so tiny there is not adequate room for food

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  7. Denis

    San Francisco13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Served hot. Just the right amount of attention from our waiter.

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  8. Charles

    Charleston16 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We have had mixed experiences when eating at this restaurant the few times we’ve visited. Tonight will likely be our last visit. My wife had chicken piccata and I had chicken marsala. The portions were good as was the mashed potatoes and vegetables. It would have been helpful to have a steak knife for the chicken breast even though it was slices relatively thin. Seemed to have been poached. Very disappointing today I’m afraid.

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  9. William VIP

    Atlanta11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful restaurant with great food and an owner and staff are as friendly and helpful as you can find. Pricing is also reasonable. Can’t wait to return.

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  10. Steve VIP

    Charleston40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service, staff, and ambience…..Antonio the best….good singer too

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FAQs

Gusto Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 802-2424.

Gusto Ristorante is rated 4.6 stars by 1864 OpenTable diners.

Gusto Ristorante does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Gusto Ristorante

430 William Hilton Pkwy, Suite #301 Sea Turtle Marketplace, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

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  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Dining Bar, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:30
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Giancarlo Balestra
  • Delivery & takeout
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