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The Black Marlin Bayside Grill, Hilton Head Island, SC

The Black Marlin Bayside Grill

4.5
4.5
3697 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Neighbourhood gem
The Black Marlin Bayside Grill offers the island's best selection of fresh seafood and is home of the Hurricane Bar. Dine inside or out on the expansive covered patio just steps from the water. Start your dining experience with our Signature Food Network approved appetizer, Sushi Nachos. Then, prepare your taste buds for our fresh seafood entrees including Grouper Daufuskie, and Sweet Heat Mahi Mahi. Join us for lunch and enjoy our Shrimp Burger, as Chef Curtis Stone, Food Network Star, called "The Best Shrimp Burger Ever!" Don't miss our Weekend Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays offering all of your breakfast and lunch favorites including benedicts, omelets and our Create-Your-Own-Bloody-Mary bar with spicy asparagus, pickled okra, stuffed olives and a variety of hot sauces. The adjacent Hurricane Bar is a favorite "Dive bar" among locals and visitors. Locals and visitors enjoy the home of the island's most robust live music series, newly rebuilt marina and our signature drink "The Hurricane."

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Low Country
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat, Sun 10:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (843) 785-4950
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Cogen
  • Catering
    We can bring The Island's Best Selection of Fresh Seafood to your Home or Office, we also offer a To Go Boaters menu for Sunset Cruises, Fishing and Dolphin excursions.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a semi private room that is a great space for rehearsal dinners, family gatherings and corporate outings.
  • Area
    Hilton Head
  • Cross Street
    Arrow Rd.
  • Parking details
    Expansive parking area with handicapped parking and a ramp.
  • Entertainment
    Featuring live music seasonally, visit our website for our upcoming Oyster Roasts, Hurricane Parties and full live entertainment schedule.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Smoking Area, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,697 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hilton Head

    Child-friendly

  • Hilton Head

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Hilton Head

    Great for scenic views

  • Hilton Head

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Black Marlin Bayside Grill offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding food and service." Guests rave about the "shrimp and grits" and "PEI mussels," while the "scallop dish" and "Daufuskie Cod" are highly recommended. The "beautiful" outdoor seating provides great ambiance, making it a popular choice for brunch or a special occasion.

3,697 Reviews
  1. bethany

    VIP

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Black Marlin. The food and drinks are always consistent. We had the best service too. Jade was an amazing server and very attentive! Highly recommend and ask for Jade!

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  2. Michael

    St. Louis

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The service was quick but felt like they are churning tables to maximize people in and out. Food was good but not great.

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  3. Jim

    Atlanta

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good recommended the baked oysters app. Overall was a good evening

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  4. Lilian

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were seating promptly. Our waiter, Brett, was charming and personable and made excellent recommendations for us.

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  5. Linda

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My party enjoyed the filet Oscar from the early dining menu. Everything was absolutely delicious and the potions were more than generous! I ordered my filet medium rare and it was definitely on the rare side. Both of my friends ordered their filets medium. One came out medium rare, the second was definitely rare. She sent it back and when it came back one end was still quite rare, but she kept it.

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  6. Meg

    Atlanta

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious. We both had the brown butter cod from the early dinner menu. Our server was great, which always makes the experience better. I wish I could remember her name.

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  7. Charles

    VIP

    Charleston

    76 reviews

    4.0

    76 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always enjoy eating here. A couple of things to make it better, but not going to keep us from going - - Tend to skimp on sauce for the Bayside stuffed flounder. Really tired of squash and your broccoli is general served undercooked. I wish they would come up with a different bread offering. The rolls aren't great and as they cool become almost inedible. (Boathouse used to have great bread, but that is gone too.)

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  8. Aaron

    VIP

    Nashville

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Pretty solid dining experience. Food was decent but not memorable. Service started slow but improved during our time there. With a variety of menu options I would definitely recommend.

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  9. Amy

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing service but the food was not good. Fish was overcooked and rubbery.

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  10. Olivia

    Alabama

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had two of the specials: the bronzed salmon and the pomegranate grouper. Both were excellent. The pomegranate sauce was light and paired well with the grouper, not too sweet. The mashed potatoes and broccoli were very good and paired well with the grouper. The salmon was delicious, as well, paired with spinach and polenta. Service was excellent. The restaurant has been redecorated since our last visit, and the spacious seating was modern and very pleasing, a real upgrade from the former decor. Highly recommended.

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FAQs

The Black Marlin Bayside Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 785-4950.

The Black Marlin Bayside Grill is rated 4.5 stars by 3697 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Black Marlin Bayside Grill

86 Helmsman Way, Palmetto Bay Marina, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Arrow Rd.
  • Area
    Hilton Head
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat, Sun 10:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Low Country
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Expansive parking area with handicapped parking and a ramp.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Cogen
  • Entertainment
    Featuring live music seasonally, visit our website for our upcoming Oyster Roasts, Hurricane Parties and full live entertainment schedule.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Smoking Area, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (843) 785-4950
  • Catering
    We can bring The Island's Best Selection of Fresh Seafood to your Home or Office, we also offer a To Go Boaters menu for Sunset Cruises, Fishing and Dolphin excursions.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a semi private room that is a great space for rehearsal dinners, family gatherings and corporate outings.
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