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Pictured: Main dining room on first floor. - Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana, Hilton Head Island, SC

Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana

4.8
4.8
5800 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
For over 20 years, Michael Anthony’s Cucina Italiana has been Hilton Head’s premier culinary destination, featuring award-winning regional Italian cuisine, impeccable service and warm hospitality. Our innovative culinary team prides itself on sourcing local fresh products and the finest imported ingredients. Menu choices include homemade pasta dishes, delectable veal, prime meats, fresh seafood and house-made desserts. We are also renowned for our extensive yet approachable wine list.
We invite you to enjoy a definitive dining experience amid an ambience that is at once modern, chic and welcoming. "Hilton Head Monthly" readers have voted Michael Anthony’s their “Favorite Fine Dining” restaurant offering their “Favorite Dessert Menu.”
Michael Anthony’s Cooking School pairs our chefs’ passion and creativity with weekly demonstration-style or hands-on classes. Here you will interact closely with our cooking staff.
Please call or visit our website for reservations and class schedule.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (843) 785-6272
  • Website
    http://www.michael-anthonys.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Location
    37 New Orleans Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
  • Area
    Hilton Head
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Hands On Cooking Class

    US$120.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    In our Hand-On Cooking Classes, you’ll have the opportunity to actively prepare three recipes from start to finish as you work closely with the chef. You’ll be chopping, slicing, whisking, kneading, stirring and folding right along with the chef as he shares his expertise and experience with you. Our classes are always fun and informative and the company is always congenial. After the cooking has been completed, you will sit down for a family-style lunch with wine to enjoy the dishes you helped create.
    Hands On Cooking Class photo

  • Cooking Demonstration

    US$75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Our Demonstration Cooking Classes are presented classroom style, where you will watch the chef prepare his menu, providing step-by-step procedures and helpful hints for each dish. The class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, a generous tasting of all the dishes prepared, a glass of wine and a recipe booklet to take home. Our classes are always fun and informative and the company is always congenial. All seats are assigned based on party size and in the order the reservation was received so we can accommodate everyone. https://www.michael-anthonys.com/cooking-school
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  • Feast of the Seven Fishes

    US$110.00 per person

    24 Dec 2024 only
    For nearly 20 years, Michael Anthony’s has proudly hosted a time-honored Christmas Eve celebration known to Italians everywhere—The Feast of the Seven Fishes, or La Vigilia di Natale (Christmas Vigil). For 2024, come gather with family and friends and enjoy a wide array of fresh seafood, served family-style, as well as vegetables and pasta served buffet-style. To cap off this terrific evening, there will be platters of sweet desserts. We encourage you to bring your own favorite wine, although you may choose to order wine and cocktails from our bar at a la carte prices. The Feast of the Seven Fishes is a great way to create a new holiday tradition!

Menu

Offered at the BAR only from 5:00pm to 5:45pm, enjoy three small plates paired with three premium wines for $29.00. Menu changes weekly. Reservations are strongly suggested by calling the restaurant directly at 843.785.6272.

SIPS & BITES, Monday December 2nd - Saturday December 7th

  • Shrimp Cocktail with Citrus Aioli paired with Malabaila Langhe Favorita

    • Orecchiette alla Barese paired with Di Majo Norante Sangiovese

      • Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic Glaze paired with Vietti Barbera d'Asti

        Last updated: 2 December 2024

        What 5,800 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
        • 4.8Service
        • 4.7Ambience
        • 4.5Value

        Noise • Moderate

        Loved For

        • Hilton Head

          Best Ambience

        • Hilton Head

          Great for fine wines

        • Hilton Head

          Romantic

        • Hilton Head

          Good for special occasions

        • Hilton Head

          Most Booked

        Review summary

        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
        Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana offers a dining experience that is "absolutely superb" with "wonderful food and service." Guests rave about the "outstanding Italian fare" and "fresh homemade pasta." The atmosphere is "cozy" and "delightful," making it perfect for special occasions. A top choice for Italian cuisine on Hilton Head Island.

        5,800 Reviews

        1. Carolyn

          San Francisco

          9 reviews

          vip
          4.0

          9 reviews

          Dined 1 day ago

          1. Overall 4
          2. Food 2
          3. Service 3
          4. Ambience 5
          We have been regular customers for years. Unfortunately, it did not hit the mark this time. The food just did not have the quality and creativity of the past and was underwhelming. My veal was tough, my brother and law had the cannelloni stuffed with seafood. He is a Suppa de Peche fan -this was the closet offering and he said it was just ground seafood with an uninteresting sauce. We did not like the red sauce as a dip for the bread and would have much more enjoyed fine quality olive oil. My sister enjoyed the lasagna and Caesar salad, but she really was the only one impressed with her dinner.

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        2. Louise

          Charleston

          63 reviews

          vip
          5.0

          63 reviews

          Dined 3 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Always an enjoyable and delicious cooking class!! We greatly appreciated the surprise dessert to celebrate our birthdays! Thank you very much for your kindness!!

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        3. Shane

          London

          8 reviews

          vip
          5.0

          8 reviews

          Dined 4 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Server Kim Wexler was fun and provided excellent service and menu recommendations.

          1 person found this helpful

        4. Bob

          Cleveland

          28 reviews

          vip
          4.0

          28 reviews

          Dined 6 days ago

          1. Overall 4
          2. Food 4
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Ordered the halibut and the ravioli. Both were good. The halibut was just a touch dry but still good. Also had the duck prosciutto salad and the octopus. Both were amazing. Loved the half off bottle of wine selection. Our servers were excellent and attentive. Loved that I never had to pour my own wine or water. Can’t wait to go back.

          1 person found this helpful

        5. Susan

          Greater Boston

          3 reviews

          vip
          2.0

          3 reviews

          Dined 7 days ago

          1. Overall 2
          2. Food 1
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 4
          The food was disappointing. Heavy handed on the herbs, especially the oregano. The service was amazing. My daughter got the bolognese one of her favorites and she couldn't even eat it. The taste of oregano was so over powering and there was no sign of meat in the sauce. The pasta while homemade was unevenly cooked. The lasagna was similar in flavor. The duck ragu special was all pasta no duck. If I had to recommend a meal I would say stick with the veal or the fish and ask for no oregano and to please leave the bay leaves in the kitchen. Again the staff was amazing.

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        6. Michael

          Charleston

          2 reviews

          3.0

          2 reviews

          Dined 7 days ago

          1. Overall 3
          2. Food 3
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 3
          Juan our server was very attentive and knowledgeable and gave good service. We felt like the menu lacked protein options that were not stuffed or filled with cheese. The calamari appetizer was very good. The pork cutlet parmigiana was good but nothing over the top special about it.

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        7. Jayme

          New York City

          25 reviews

          vip
          4.0

          25 reviews

          Dined on 23 November 2024

          1. Overall 4
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 4
          4. Ambience 3
          Cushions on chairs need re- upholstered. Chairs are worn.

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        8. Robert

          Atlanta Metro

          13 reviews

          5.0

          13 reviews

          Dined on 22 November 2024

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 4
          Great service plus delicious food. Specials were fantastic

          1 person found this helpful

        9. Donna

          Charleston

          1 review

          5.0

          1 review

          Dined on 22 November 2024

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 4
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 4
          I chose to spend my 62nd birthday at Michael Anthony's and it was a delight. We were greeted promptly and led to our table where a birthday card was displayed. We were then offered complimentary Prosecco, which was delicious. Our server was Juan and he was exceptional. He knows his menu. Hubby had the veal - best dish - and I had the shrimp pasta. All very good, solid. The beef carpaccio was delicious. Highly recommend!

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        10. Robert

          Raleigh

          14 reviews

          5.0

          14 reviews

          Dined on 21 November 2024

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 3
          4. Ambience 5
          Thursday night was the second time we dined here, after an outstanding experience on Tuesday night. The restaurant was much busier than Tuesday night with 2 private parties. The food once again was outstanding, but the service was not as good as Tuesday night. We had 2 servers, one tall guy and a shorter guy. The shorter guy was very cordial, professional and friendly. He took very good care of us. The taller guy was not as attentive, and we overheard him talking to the longtime customers who were once locals, that tourists don't tip well. This is a slap in the face since WE ARE TOURISTS! Suggest that management caution their wait staff regarding that tourists come to their restaurant too and our money can be spent at other places. That said, the food was the star of the show both nights. Talented chef who creates outstanding specials and a solid regular menu. Backed up by a solid kitchen team, they turn out dishes quickly and with great execution. Thanks for 2 great meals!

          1 person found this helpful

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        Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana is rated 4.8 stars by 5800 OpenTable diners.

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        Make a booking

        2 people
        19:00
        Booked 24 times today
        Experiences are available.
        Google Map for Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana

        37 New Orleans Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

        Additional information

        • Area
          Hilton Head
        • Hours of Operation
          Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
        • Price
          $31 to $50
        • Cuisines
          Italian
        • Dining style
          Casual Elegant
        • Dress code
          Resort Casual
        • Parking details
          Private Lot
        • Payment Options
          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
        • Additional
          Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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