{"id":1336,"date":"2026-02-27T12:53:04","date_gmt":"2026-02-27T17:53:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/palmeravacationclub.com\/blog\/?p=1336"},"modified":"2026-02-27T12:53:18","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T17:53:18","slug":"hilton-head-island-brunch-recommendations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/palmeravacationclub.com\/blog\/2026\/02\/hilton-head-island-brunch-recommendations\/","title":{"rendered":"Out to Brunch\u2013Recommendations for Brunch on Hilton Head Island"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It\u2019s beginning to be brunch season again. What is brunch season, you ask? Well, to be honest, we just completely made that up. But we\u00a0are<\/em>\u00a0heading into the time of year when there are more reasons to plan on spending your mid-morning sipping on mimosas and enjoying a delicious plate of French toast. \u00a0With Easter Sunday and Mother\u2019s Day fast approaching, it\u2019s a good idea to start making plans now<\/strong>\u2014especially if you\u2019re able to make reservations ahead of time! Here are our recommendations for some of the best brunches on Hilton Head Island:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Palmetto Bay Sunrise Caf\u00e9<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Website<\/a> | (843) 686-3232
86 Helmsman Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Located in Palmetto Bay Marina<\/strong>, this caf\u00e9 is a great option for breakfast or lunch\u2014or in this case, brunch!  Palmetto Bay Sunrise Caf\u00e9 is a local favorite that quickly turns new customers into regulars.  With a full bar<\/strong> that can whip up delicious Bloody Marys, and a regularly updated specials menu<\/strong> that continues to wow, this island favorite offers a dog-friendly patio<\/strong> where you can enjoy a beautiful morning waterside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We recommend the Crab Cake Eggs Benedict<\/strong> or their signature, Breakfast Burrito with homemade salsa<\/strong>. Although breakfast items are served all day, their \u201cLate Risers,\u201d or lunch menu, is equally delicious. Try the Shrimp Scampi<\/strong>, Leslie Burger<\/strong>, or the Egg Salad Melt<\/strong>. Add an order of Crab Wontons<\/strong> from their \u201cSnax\u201d menu, or try their delicious She-Crab Soup<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Poseidon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Website<\/a> | (843) 341-3838
38 Shelter Cove Lane, STE 121, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While Poseidon only offers brunch on Sundays<\/strong>, this restaurant is still a top contender for the best brunches on Hilton Head Island! This also means that we highly recommend reserving a table<\/strong> for your group ahead of time! Poseidon is known for having robust menus filled with fresh seafood<\/strong>, mouthwatering appetizers, sushi rolls and bowls<\/strong>, and an impressive line-up of handmade cocktails<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The brunch menu is not excluded in this trend, and includes everyone\u2019s favorite breakfast and brunch plates (we\u2019re talking eggs, biscuits and gravy, sausage, bacon, grits, etc.), an array of\u00a0Belgian Waffle combinations<\/strong>\u00a0that range from savory to sweet, and a seemingly endless selection of\u00a0breakfast and lunch favorites that incorporate fresh seafood, like the Seafood Crepe, Maine Lobster Benedict, Shrimp Salad Roll, and more.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Black Marlin Bayside Grill<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Website<\/a> | (843) 785-4950
86 Helmsman Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A favorite spot for locals and visitors who want to step away from the crowds for a relaxing meal while still enjoying beautiful views, the Black Marlin Bayside Grill offers a delicious brunch every Saturday and Sunday<\/strong>. Sit inside in the refreshing AC or outside on the covered patio<\/strong> to fully enjoy the water views\u2014either way, your group will have a calm and charming Lowcountry experience. Reservations are accepted<\/strong>, and highly recommended for weekends during peak season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every menu option is out of this world, from southern favorites like\u00a0Steak and Eggs, Shrimp and Grits, as well as Biscuits and Gravy<\/strong>, to dishes that incorporate fresh seafood like\u00a0the Lowcountry Omelet, Mussels Mesina, and even Sushi Nachos.<\/strong>\u00a0Try the\u00a0Sushi Bowl, Strawberry and Pecan, or Tropical Cobb salads<\/strong>\u00a0if you\u2019re looking for a lighter bite to eat.\u00a0The Bananas Foster French Toast<\/strong>\u00a0will rival any French Toast you\u2019ve had previously, and let\u2019s not forget about the\u00a0Black Marlins\u2019 famous, Create-Your-Own Bloody Mary bar!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Frankie Bones<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Website<\/a> | (843) 682-4455
1301 Main Street, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Open seven days a week at both Hilton Head Island and Bluffton locations, for our purposes, we\u2019ll be highlighting the Hilton Head location on the north end of the island.<\/strong> The restaurant and lounge sends guests back in time to the 1960s\u2019 carefree lifestyle, with an upscale atmosphere that would make the famous, Rat Pack, feel right at home. Specializing in American-Italian cuisine<\/strong>, Frankie Bones has one of the best Sunday brunches in the Lowcountry. <\/strong>Offering brunch favorites like Biscuits & Gravy, Buttermilk Pancakes, and Frankies All American<\/strong>, a plate that includes eggs your way, applewood smoked bacon, sausage patties, hash brown casserole, and toast, the menu also includes Italian classics like Spaghetti & Meatballs, Toasted Ravioli, Crispy Calamari, and more<\/strong>. Try any of the variations of Pinsa Dough Pizzettas<\/strong>, or stick to the brunch-basics with an Eggs Benedict<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s brunch without a specialized cocktail? Choose between the Frankies Brunch Bloody Mary<\/strong> or the Gazpacho Bloody Mary<\/strong>, or, if you\u2019re wanting something sweet, order a classic, Mimosa, Peach Bellini, or even a Strawberry Bellini.<\/strong> Frankie Bones is known for their Martinis, including The Politician, Chocolate Martini, Key Lime Colada, and more.<\/strong> Try a cocktail from the Frankies Classics<\/strong> list, like Fly Me to the Moon Manhattan, Frankies Cadillac Margarita, or Hilton Head Tea. <\/strong>Or, you can never go wrong with a strong Cappuccino<\/strong> or refreshing glass of Sweet Iced Tea!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Plantation Caf\u00e9 & Deli<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Website<\/a>
North End: (843) 342-4472 | 95 Mathews Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
South End: (843) 785-9020 | 81 Pope Ave, STE C, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Hilton Head staple that has been in operation for almost half a century, Plantation Caf\u00e9 & Deli has three convenient locations that cover both the island and Bluffton.<\/strong> For early risers that want to get a head start on their day, visit this caf\u00e9 before eight a.m. to order from their delicious Early Bird Specials menu<\/strong>. If sleeping in is on the day\u2019s to-do list, both breakfast, lunch, and Sunday Brunch menus are packed with mouthwatering plates. A must-stop while visiting Hilton Head, visitors and locals alike rave about the delightful, family-friendly atmosphere and scrumptious southern-style cooking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The breakfast menu boasts country skillets, an array of benedicts and omelets, as well as plates from the griddle that are all beautifully topped with powdered sugar.<\/strong> Our favorite breakfast plate is Ellie\u2019s Southern Breakfast<\/strong>, a more traditional order with a southern spin that includes fried green tomatoes. You can\u2019t go wrong with a Creole skillet<\/strong> or golden, Belgian Waffle<\/strong>. Our Sunday Brunch favorites include the Salad Platter<\/strong> and Pimento Grilled Cheese<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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