Edisto Beach Restaurants Guide(Where to Eat on Edisto Beach, SC)
Edisto Beach offers a variety of dining options, from casual beachside spots to seafood restaurants and local favorites. Whether you’re grabbing breakfast before heading to the beach or looking for a relaxed dinner after a long day, there are several great places to choose from.
This guide provides an overview of restaurants on Edisto Beach, including menu highlights and helpful insights to make planning where to eat simple during your visit.
Edisto Beach Dining Overview
Most restaurants on Edisto Beach are located near the main beach area and marina, offering a mix of seafood, Southern cuisine, and casual dining options with a relaxed coastal atmosphere.
Edisto Beach Restaurant Comparison Chart
| Restaurant | Best For | Price | Location | Vibe |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SeaCow Eatery | Breakfast & casual meals | $$ | Edisto Beach | Family-friendly |
| Whaley’s | Seafood & drinks | $$ | Edisto Beach | Lively, local |
| Waterfront Restaurant | Upscale seafood dining | $$$ | Edisto Beach State Park area | Relaxed coastal |
| McConkey’s Jungle Shack | Burgers & casual food | $$ | Edisto Beach | Laid-back |
| Pressley’s at the Marina | Sunset dining & seafood | $$$ | Edisto Marina | Waterfront, scenic |
| Pros and Cons | Southern coastal cuisine | $$$ | Edisto Beach | Upscale, modern |
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Edisto Beach Restaurant Guide
SeaCow Eatery
The Sea Cow offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week, starting at 7:00 a.m. The breakfast menu includes omelets, biscuits, French Toast, and more. The SeaCow’s lunch menu features delicious sandwiches, salads, and seafood platters. We highly recommend the fried shrimp and oyster platter with a side of grits.
Dinner is served until 8 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday from March through December. Try the Crab Cakes, Grilled Mahi, or Hawaiian Chicken.
FYI: A SeaCow is another name for a Manatee! Visit The SeaCow Eatery’s website. Indoor, screen porch, and patio seating available.
McConkey’s Jungle Shack
McConkey’s Jungle Shack is open for lunch and dinner. Seating is available inside their screened porch or on the covered patio outside. McConkey’s also features an outdoor bar.
McConkey’s Jungle Shack’s menu includes seafood baskets, burgers, loaded chili dogs, and other sandwiches. The chicken wings at McConkey’s are excellent. We recommend the shrimp basket or wings. McConkey’s meals come alongside house-made potato chips. Other sides are available. Visit McConkey’s Jungle Shack’s Website.
The Specialties Of Each Edisto Beach Restaurant
| Restaurant | Specialties | Cuisine | Atmosphere |
|---|---|---|---|
| SeaCow Eatery | Breakfast, Burgers, Seafood Sandwiches | American | Family Friendly |
| Whaley’s Restaurant & Bar | Fresh Seafood, Shrimp, Oysters | Lowcountry Seafood | Local Favorite |
| McConkey’s Jungle Shack | Fish Tacos, Burgers, Frozen Drinks | Beach Bar & Grill | Casual Beach Vibe |
| Ella & Ollie’s | Steaks, Seafood, Southern Specialties | Southern & American | Upscale Dining |
| Coot’s Bar & Grill | Seafood Platters, Burgers, Wings | American | Sports Bar & Grill |
Coot’s Bar and Grill
Coot’s Bar and Grill is located right on the beach! Their deck extends out over the water and offers beautiful views of the Ocean, Edisto Beach, and Edisto State Park. The view from the dining room is great, too. Coot’s Bar and Grill is an excellent place to escape the sun and enjoy a drink.
The menu at Coot’s Bar and Grill is mainly traditional bar fare, including burgers, wings, pizza, and seafood baskets. The beer-batter onion rings are delicious. Coot’s also offers a veggie burger and salads.
FYI: Coot’s is located in the same building as the Pavilion Beach Store, where you can purchase Edisto Beach t-shirts, hats, sundries, and more. Also, a Coot is another name for a species of shorebird. Visit Coot’s Bar and Grill’s website.
Whaley’s Restaurant & Bar
Whaley’s Restaurant & Bar is one of Edisto Beach’s most recognizable dining destinations and a favorite among locals and visitors. Located in a historic former service station, the restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere, fresh local seafood, burgers, sandwiches, and classic Lowcountry favorites. Known for its friendly service and laid-back island vibe, Whaley’s is a great place to enjoy lunch, dinner, or drinks after a day at the beach. See Whaley’s Restaurant and Bar’s Menu.
Pressley’s at the Marina
Located overlooking the Edisto Marina on Big Bay Creek, Pressley’s at the Marina offers waterfront dining with beautiful views and a menu featuring fresh local seafood, steaks, shrimp and grits, crab cakes, and other Lowcountry specialties. Guests can relax on the outdoor deck, enjoy the marina scenery, and often catch live music during the warmer months. Whether you’re arriving by boat or by car, Pressley’s is a popular destination for a memorable meal on Edisto Island. Pressley’s at the Marina’s Menu.
High Tides Restaurant
High Tides Restaurant offers waterfront dining overlooking Big Bay Creek at Edisto Marina. Guests can enjoy fresh local seafood, oysters, steaks, sandwiches, and classic Lowcountry favorites while taking in beautiful marsh and marina views. With indoor and outdoor seating, a full bar, and a relaxed coastal atmosphere, High Tides is a great place to enjoy lunch, dinner, or sunset cocktails after a day on the beach or the water. High Tides Restaurant menu.
The Waterfront Restaurant
The Waterfront Restaurant has been a longtime favorite for visitors and locals seeking fresh seafood and Lowcountry cuisine on Edisto Island. Conveniently located near the marina, the restaurant serves a variety of seafood specialties, steaks, shrimp, crab cakes, and Southern-inspired dishes in a casual, family-friendly setting. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying dinner after a day at the beach, The Waterfront Restaurant is a popular choice for a memorable meal on Edisto Island. See Waterfront Restaurant Menu.
Pros and Cons
A restaurant that is a little more country-club casual is Pros and Cons, located inside The Wyndham Resort near the Plantation Course Pro Shop. The atmosphere at Pros and Cons is a little more upscale, but still has a laid-back beach vibe.
We recommend the shrimp tacos, flounder sandwich, or one of their excellent hot dogs. Also, the lunch dining room is called the “19th Hole.”
For dinner, try the Edisto Shrimp Cake, New Bedford Scallops, or Brasstown Ribeye. The dinner menu focuses more on fine dining. Visit the Pros and Cons website.
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Flowers Seafood
Try Flowers Seafood; they have a seafood market and a food truck that features fresh, local seafood—a favorite among locals and visitors. Enjoy any of the delicious seafood offered by Flowers’ food truck. The food truck is open for lunch and dinner on the weekends. Limited outdoor seating is offered, or you can take your meal to go.
Visit Flowers Seafood’s website for prices, availability, and information on when the food truck is open. Try the deep-fried soft-shell crab when they are in season (Spring). Although Flowers Seafood is a few miles from the beach, it’s worth stopping by. Expect a casual and laid-back atmosphere.
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