When it comes to steakhouse dining, steak is the star of the show.
Whether you’re looking for a steak dinner to celebrate a special occasion or just want to enjoy an exquisite steak meal, finding the perfect steak restaurant is essential. A good steak restaurant should have high-quality steak, excellent customer service, and great ambience. Here are some of the best on the Island.

1. Wiseguys
WiseGuys invites you to experience our renowned hand-cut steaks, thoughtfully curated menu and our exceptional wine collection. The cuisine is a mix of classic dishes and contemporary fare that embodies the rich flavors of a modern steakhouse. They boast hand-cut Stock Yard steaks that are aged a minimum of 28 days for maximum flavor, with tenderness in every bite. An aged steak is not just an aged steak at WiseGuys; it is a WiseGuys prepared steak. Each steak is prepared properly in the Island’s only Montague Steakhouse broiler, which sears the meat at temperatures up to 1,800 degrees. 1513 Main St. | Hilton Head | (843) 842-8866 | Visit Website.
2. Crane’s Tavern Steakhouse Restaurant
At Crane’s Tavern and Steakhouse only the best USDA Prime grade beef is served as well as the freshest seafood & fish. The wine list is carefully crafted to compliment the menu, and all of the wine is stored in a cellar temperature controlled environment. Crane’s is notably a recipient of the “Award of Excellence” from the Wine Spectator. “It is our desire to offer our customers… ‘An Experience in Prime.'” -Hank and Beth Anne Crane. 26 New Orleans Rd. | (843) 341-2333 | Visit Website.
3. Reilley’s Grill and Bar
Reilley’s Grill & Bar has been serving up sizzling steaks on Hilton Head Island for over 38 years. All of their meats are cooked to order. Choose from their Espresso-Rubbed Rib Eye, House Bistro Steak, Aged Beef Tenderloin or Pork Ribeye. 7 Greenwood Dr. | (843) 842-4414 | Visit Website.
So if your mouth isn’t watering already, you can easily find the perfect steak and enjoy an exquisite meal on Hilton Head Island.
4. Ela’s Blu Water Grille
ELA’S, Hilton Head Island’s award-winning waterfront restaurant on Shelter Cove Harbour, features exceptional water views, prime cut steaks, and a sophisticated atmosphere. Revel in their butcher cut steaks, including their:
- SURF & TURF – Grilled Organic Brasstown Ribeye and Maine Lobster Tail
- LINZ FILET MIGNON
- BRASSTOWN NEW YORK STRIP – Grassfed Organic NY Strip
- LINZ BLACK ANGUS BONE IN RIBEYE
1 Shelter Cove Ln. | (843) 785-3030 | Visit Website.
5. Frankie Bones
The chefs at Frankie Bones prepare award-winning steaks, including their signature Coffee-Marinated Ribeye Steak.
Choose from:
- Frankie’s Signature Ribeye: a char-grilled 16 oz. coffee-marinated ribeye.
- Char-grilled 8 oz. filet mignon
- Char-grlled 12 oz. N.Y. Strip
- Surf And Turf: a char-grilled 8 oz. filet paired with a 6-7 oz. cold water lobster tail.
- Petit Filet Mignon: a char-grilled 4 oz. filet mignon served with bacon bordelaise sauce, creamed spinach and herb roasted potatoes
- Ny Brick Steak & Crab Stuffed Shrimp: a char-grilled brick steak topped with two garlic butter roasted, breaded shrimp stuffed with blue crab dressing.
1301 Main St. | (843) 682-4455 | Visit Website.
6. HH Prime
With the highest quality USDA Prime Grade beef selections, HH Prime boasts the best steaks for even the most traveled connoisseur. Their menu is top of mind for Island visitors and locals alike, serving up classics from our New York Strip to a savory Filet Mignon. Located just inside of the gates to Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort.
23 Ocean Ln. | (843) 842-8000 | Visit Website.