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Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte), Hilton Head, SC

Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)

4.8
4.8
5508 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 52 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Focusing predominately on fresh local seafood with a French, Lowcountry flare, Charlie’s is the place for good food, good wine and unforgettable memories all enjoyed in a quaint French country atmosphere.

A Savannah native, Charlie Golson’s interest in the French language and culture took him to Paris. After a long stint in the fast paced hotel kitchens of Washington DC, he was ready to move back closer to home. It was at that time he was able to open up a one room French bistro. The restaurant has grown over the years, but the ‘Green Star’ remains steadfast in offering the finest ingredients the Low country has to offer with a menu that is hand written daily. Resort Casual.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Location
    8 New Orleans Rd, Hilton Head, SC 29928
  • Phone number
    (843) 785-9277
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Low Country, French
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Josh Castillo
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct

Menu

Our dinner menu is handwritten daily offering the freshest ingredients of the lowcountry. Typically includes 10-14 fresh seafood items and 3-4 land options each day.

Appetizers

  • Soup Of The Day$7.50

    • Pate Maison$9.00

      • Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes, And Basil Pesto$10.00

        • Smoked Maine Salmon$12.00

          • Escargot ā la Bourgnignone$11.00

            • Pan Roasted Bluffton Oyster Stew$12.00

              • Crab Salad, Avocado, and Remoulade Sauce$14.00

                Entrees

                all entrees include a house salad, and are accompanied with potatoes au gratin and fresh vegetables

                • Atlantic Cod Encrusted In Parmesan Crust$30.00

                  • Local Flounder Sauteed Meuniere$34.00

                    • Mahi, grilled with Mango Vinaigrette$37.00

                      • Salmon, grilled with Fresh Basil Pecan Pesto$32.00

                        • Tuna, seared with Sriracha Peanut Vinaigrette$35.00

                          • Sea Scallops, seared with Lemon Beurre Blanc$40.00

                            • Local Swordfish, grilled with Pimiento Cheese$34.00

                              • Redfish, Blackened with Andouille Ragu$38.00

                                • Filet Mignon, Boursin Fines Herbes$48.00

                                  • Breast Of Duck, Raspberry Demi glacé$35.00

                                    • Ribeye, with Fingerling Potatoes, Asparagus, and Lobster Bernal's$50.00

                                      Dessert

                                      • Pave Au Chocolat$10.00

                                        • Bread Pudding, Crème Anglaise$10.00

                                          • Caramel Cake$10.00

                                            • Skillet Broke$10.00

                                              • White Chocolate Raspberry Creme Brûlée$10.00

                                                • Carrot Cake, Spiced Ginger Frosting$10.00

                                                  • Mousse au Chocolat$10.00

                                                    Last updated: August 29, 2023

                                                    What 5,508 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
                                                    • 4.9Service
                                                    • 4.8Ambience
                                                    • 4.6Value

                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                    Loved For

                                                    • South Carolina

                                                      Seafood

                                                    • Hilton Head

                                                      Best Overall

                                                    • Hilton Head

                                                      Best Food

                                                    • Hilton Head

                                                      Best Ambiance

                                                    • Hilton Head

                                                      Best Value

                                                    • Hilton Head

                                                      Great for fine wines

                                                    • Hilton Head

                                                      Romantic

                                                    • Hilton Head

                                                      Seafood

                                                    • Hilton Head

                                                      Most Booked

                                                    Review summary

                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                    Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte) on Hilton Head Island is a beloved dining destination known for its "outstanding and fresh" seafood, impeccable service, and charming ambiance. Regulars praise its "consistently excellent" food and the special attention from staff, making it a "must-visit" for special occasions. With a menu that changes daily and includes diverse seafood options, Charlie's offers a delightful culinary experience that "never disappoints."

                                                    5,508 Reviews

                                                    1. Ellen VIP

                                                      Salt Lake City9 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Excellent! We always look forward to dining at Charlies’s. Tonight our grandson was home from college. He joined us for dinner at Charlie’s and loved it!

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                                                    2. Kathy VIP

                                                      New York City6 reviews

                                                      3.0

                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 2
                                                      Our server Amanda was fabulous. The food was very good. However, the temperature in the restaurant varied greatly! The room we were in was so cold that they brought us blankets. It negatively impacted the experience.

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                                                    3. Sylvia VIP

                                                      London34 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Everything delicious, lovely and charming, as always. We had to take a piece of caramel cake home with us. Too good to pass up even though we were too full for dessert! Thank you to Charlie’s Staff for a most pleasant evening!

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                                                    4. Judy VIP

                                                      Richmond95 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      Extensive quality wine list but be sure to confirm the vintage. Primarily seafood with local fish clearly identified. Servings ample. Service exceptional. Parking is limited. We parked next door where lot is labeled private.

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                                                    5. Kevin

                                                      Denver6 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      My wife is Celiac gluten free and Charlie’s accommodated her diet restrictions. She loved the experience! Everything was great! The service was excellent. Our waitress had a wonderful sense of humor and was delightful. We were seated promptly in a booth we requested. The wine list was extensive. We started with a glass of Prosecco and got a nice bottle of French Rose. The menu had a full variety of appetizers, fish and meat options. They change their menu daily. The filet was perfectly prepared! The fish with scallops was delicious. The dessert were very nice. We will return and highly recommend it.

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                                                    6. Lincoln

                                                      Charleston5 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Charley's is an excellent restaurant to go to for a special occasion.

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                                                    7. Brad VIP

                                                      Charleston33 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      We have been full time Hilton Head residents for over 27 years. Charlie's has been our favorite year in & year out. Always the best food & service on the island. Their menu changes daily & having a selection of several fresh fish choices on the dinner menu is wonderful. Today, Michele was our amazing server at lunch, anticipating our every need.

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                                                    8. Meredith

                                                      Charleston1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 4
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Fantastic food and service was great . Will go back for sure

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                                                    9. John VIP

                                                      Charlotte14 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      Excellent and varied choice of seafood with warm, friendly service.

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                                                    10. Brandon VIP

                                                      Atlanta5 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Great service! Excellent food! Plus the recent renovations look fantastic!

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                                                    FAQs

                                                    Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte) offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 785-9277.

                                                    Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte) is rated 4.8 stars by 5508 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                    Make a reservation

                                                    2 people
                                                    7:00 PM
                                                    Booked 52 times today
                                                    Google Map for Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)

                                                    8 New Orleans Rd, Hilton Head, SC 29928

                                                    Dining areas

                                                    Additional information

                                                    • Phone number
                                                      (843) 785-9277
                                                    • Price
                                                      $31 to $50
                                                    • Cuisines
                                                      Seafood, Low Country, French
                                                    • Hours of operation
                                                      Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                    • Dress code
                                                      Resort Casual
                                                    • Parking details
                                                      Private Lot
                                                    • Payment options
                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                    • Executive chef
                                                      Josh Castillo
                                                    • Delivery & takeout
                                                      Order direct
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