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Gusto Ristorante, Hilton Head Island, SC

Gusto Ristorante

4.7
4.7
1819 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (843) 802-2424
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Giancarlo Balestra
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What 1,819 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hilton Head

    Healthy

  • Hilton Head

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

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Gusto Ristorante is a beloved Italian gem on Hilton Head Island, renowned for its warm atmosphere and "outstanding service" led by Antonio and the team. Guests rave about the "authentic Italian fare" and generous portions, making it a top choice for both locals and visitors. Despite occasional service hiccups, the "delicious food" and cozy ambiance consistently win over diners, ensuring memorable experiences with every visit.

1,819 Reviews
  1. Mareesa

    Charleston

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gusto never disappoints! I would absolutely recommend this spot for Christmas Eve service again and again. Abby was our server and she was incredibly personable and attentive. Each course was timed well and we never went long without a check in for drinks or anything we might need. The food was all fresh and flavorful and the portions were enough to take leftovers if that’s your thing! We are repeat customers and we will definitely be back.

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  2. David

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife and I had dinner on Christmas Eve . We both had the specials, Osso bucco and seafood risotto. The ossobuco was excellent, maybe the best I ever had. Only complaint I had is our table was wedged in a normal walking path and both staff and customers kept bumping us and almost spilled our drinks. The staff was nice and apologized and said they’d comp our desert, but didn’t.

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  3. Laura

    VIP

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a big group and we were all well cared for! Great food, great service and we enjoyed our dinner very much! Thank you!

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  4. Mary Pat

    VIP

    New York City

    105 reviews

    5.0

    105 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice restaurant All of the food was very delicious The server was very attentive The whole family enjoyed it!!!

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  5. Elaine

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Food and service. Homemade pasta dishes.

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  6. Kathryn

    VIP

    Charleston

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was very good. Food was OK; not memorable.

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  7. Sandee

    Charleston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 17 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was impeccable. The food delicious. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone.

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  8. Steve

    VIP

    Charleston

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service, wine, atmosphere, and garlic bread the best.

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  9. Richard

    Orlando

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food with professional and very pleasant service.

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  10. Paul

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, we had a wonderful experience. Food was great, as well as, the atmosphere. We drive from Georgia to eat here frequently.

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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 4.7 stars by 1819 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 9 times today

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Google Map for Gusto Ristorante

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

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    North Island - highway 278 and Mathews Drive
  • Area
    Hilton Head
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:30
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Dining Bar, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Giancarlo Balestra
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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