CQ's

4.8

3274 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

11:30 PM

Booked 7 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

Nestled amidst the ancient, moss draped oaks in Harbour Town, CQ's combines great fun, fine dining and a touch of Hilton Head Island history. CQ's has the feeling of an old, cozy, and comfortable inn. Heart-of-pine floors, wooden mantle pieces, stained glass, and the photographs and memorabilia of the Lowcountry culture all contribute to the charm that has made CQ's the place to dine since 1973. Inspired by the abundant varieties of fresh seafood, beef and game available. Our chef creates dishes that are best described as contemporary American with classic influences. Recognized for having the most extensive wine list on Hilton Head Island, CQ's offers more than 400 wine selections with over 70 poured by the glass.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(843) 671-2779
Website
http://www.cqsrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
140A Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Neighborhood
Hilton Head Island
Parking details
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

CQ's She Crab Soup$10.00
An Island Tradition Since 1973
Featured Daily Soup$10.00
Contemporary and classic preparations
Prince Edward Island Mussels$17.00
White Wine, Roasted Garlic, Cream & Herbed Crostinis
Fried Green Tomatoes$16.00
Pimento Cheese, Arugula & Roasted Red Pepper Coulis
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$18.00
Poached, Lemon, & House-made Tanqueray Cocktail Sauce
Calamari Puttanesca$16.00
Sauteed with Garlic, Herbs, Spinach &Sundried Tomato Tapenade

Salads

Roasted Beets & Arugula Salad$12.00
Goat Cheese, Toasted Pecans & Balsamic Reduction
Traditional Caesar$11.00
Romaine Hearts, Parmesan, Garlic Croutons, Marinated White Anchovies
Iceberg Wedge$12.00
Buttermilk Blue Cheese, Ranch, Grape Tomatoes, Red Onions, Apple Wood Smoked Bacon

Entrees

Prestige Farms Chicken Breast$32.00
Sauteed Mushrooms, Sweet Onions, Haricot Verts, Whipped Potatoes, Demi Glace
Grilled Atlantic Salmon$35.00
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Buttered Leeks, Whole Grain mustard Cream
Butcher Block" Prime Pork Chop$37.00
Roasted Potatoes, Caramelized Onions, Haricot Verts, Bacon, Bourbon Glazed Apples & Demi Glace
Seared Ahi Tuna$41.00
Sesame Encrusted, Edamame Hummus, Asian Vegetable Slaw, Pickled Ginger & Ponzu Sauce
CQ's Shellfish Pasta$39.00
Sautéed Lobster, Shrimp, Spinach, Grape Tomatoes & Boursin Soubise Sauce, Over Campanella Pasta
Lump Crab Cakes$41.00
Roasted Poblano Peppers, Corn, Red Onions, Tomatoes, Spinach, Whipped Potatoes and Remoulade
Grilled 8oz. Filet Mignon$48.00
Potato Pancake, Grilled Asparagus, Green Peppercorn and Brandy Sauce
Wild Caught Grilled Shrimp$39.00
Herb Roasted Potatoes, Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Tomatoes, Spinach, Rosemary Beurre Blanc
Pan Seared Diver Scallops$41.00
Sweet Pea Risotto, Parmesan, Pancetta, Saffron Cream

A Take on the Classics

CQ"s Old Fashion$13.50
Basil Hayden's Mortar Cherries And Oranges, With Orange Bitters
Classic "Bleu"$12.50
Bombay Sapphire, splash vermouth and blue cheese stuffed olives
French Martini$12.50
Vodka, Chambord and fresh pineapple juice
CQ's Peach Madras$13.00
Tito's Vodka, Peach Stirrings, orange & cranberry Juice
Pearfection Martini$12.50
Pear Vodka with Elderflower liqueur and a splash of lemon
Southern Manhattan$13.00
Maker's Mark, sweet vermouth, Angostura bitters and a cherry
Dark and Stormy$11.50
Gosling's Black Seal Rum, ginger beer, fresh lime and a splash of bitters
Cosmopolitan$12.50
Orange vodka, triple sec, fresh lime juice and a dash of cranberry
CQ's Beach Breeze$12.00
Malibu Coconut Rum, pineapple juice and a splash of grenadine
Pomegranate Martini$12.50
Vodka, Sour Mix, Tripe Sec, Pomegranate liquor

Brews

Gaffel Kolsch, Germany$6.25
Samuel Smith's Brown Ale, England$6.75
Bell's Two Hearted IPA$6.00
Landshark Lager$4.50
Allagash White$6.25
Heineken$5.50
Amstel Light$4.75
Lazy Magnolia$4.75

Featured Whites

Albarino, Burgans, Rias Baixas, Spain
- 6oz$9.25
- 9oz$13.25
Pinot Grigio, Baroni Fin, Italy
- 6oz$9.25
- 9oz$13.25
Pinot Grigio, Cornaro, Veneto, Italy
- 6oz$9.25
- 9oz$13.25
Pinot Gris, Eola Hill, Willamette Valley, OR
- 6oz$9.75
- 9oz$13.75
Rose, Sangiovese, France
- 6oz$9.75
- 9oz$13.75
Riesling, Dr. Loosen, Mosel, Germany
- 6oz$9.25
- 9oz$13.25
Picpoul de Pinet, Hughes Bealiu, Languedoc
- 6oz$9.25
- 9oz$13.25
Sauvignon Blanc, Huia, Marlborough, NZ
- 6oz$9.75
- 9oz$13.75
Sauvignon Blanc, Paulus Gold, Hungary
- 6oz$8.50
- 9oz$12.50
Sauvignon Blanc, Emmolo, Napa County
- 6oz$8.50
- 9oz$12.50
White Bordeaux, Chateau la Pereyre, Bordeaux
- 6oz$9.75
- 9oz$13.75
Chablis, Louis Moreau, Chablis Bourgogne
- 6oz$13.00
- 9oz$19.00
Fume Blanc, Ferrari Canaro
- 6oz$8.50
- 9oz$12.50
Chardonnay, Louis Latour, Macon-Villages
- 6oz$10.25
- 9oz$15.25
Chardonnay, Harken, Lodi
- 6oz$9.75
- 9oz$13.75
Chardonnay, Four Vines "Naked", Central Coast
- 6oz$9.75
- 9oz$13.75
Chardonnay, Sonoma Cutrer, Russian River
- 6oz$13.25
- 9oz$19.25
Chardonnay, Chappellet, Petaluma Gap
- 6oz$22.25
- 9oz$33.50

Featured Reds

Cotes du Rhone, Rhone Valley, France
- 6oz$11.25
- 9oz$16.25
Pinot Noir, Block Nine, California
- 6oz$8.75
- 9oz$12.75
Pinot Noir, Cline Family Cellars, Sonoma County
- 6oz$11.25
- 9oz$16.25
Pinot Noir, Underwood, Oregon
- 6oz$9.25
- 9oz$13.25
Malbec, Dona Paula Argentina
- 6oz$9.75
- 9oz$13.25
Merlot, J Lohr California
- 6oz$9.25
- 9oz$13.25
Merlot, Hogue, Washington
- 6oz$9.75
- 9oz$13.75
Super Tuscan, Carpineto Dogajolo, Toscana
- 6oz$11.50
- 9oz$16.25
Red Blend, Bodri Szekszard, Hungary
- 6oz$8.50
- 9oz$12.50
Red Blend, Revelry, Columbia Valley, Washington
- 6oz$12.75
- 9oz$18.25
Cabernet Sauvignon, Sean Mainor
- 6oz$8.50
- 9oz$12.50
Cabernet Sauvignon, Bench, Napa
- 6oz$13.25
- 9oz$19.25
Cabernet Sauvignon, Michael Pozzan, Alexander Valley
- 6oz$10.75
- 9oz$15.25

Sparkling Wines

Prosecco, Cavit, Lunetta, Trentino Chandon NV (Napa) 187ml
- Splits$9.50
- Splits$13.00

Cordials

Remy Martin XO$42.00
Remy Martin VSOP$14.00
Courvoisier VS$12.50
Hennessy VS$11.50
Hennessy VSOP$18.00
Grand Marnier 100yr$39.95

Small Batch Bourbons & Whiskeys

Basil Hayden 80$12.75
Knob Creek$12.75
Woodford Reserve$12.75
Gentleman Jack$10.75
Bulleit$11.50
Bulleit Rye$11.50
Bookers$30.50

Classic Malts

Highland Park 12yr$16.50
Dalwhinnie 15yr$16.50
Glenkinchie 10yr$12.50
Glenlivet 10yr$12.50
Laphroaig 10yr$13.50
Oban 14yr$13.50
Macallan 12yr$13.50
MaCallan 18yr$34.50
Lagavulin 16yr$24.00

What 3,274 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
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

South Carolina
Contemporary American
Hilton Head
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
Hilton Head
Best Ambiance
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

CQ's in Hilton Head blends charming ambiance with delightful dining, creating memorable experiences. Known for its "excellent food and service," this restaurant is a favorite for locals and visitors alike. The seafood dishes, especially the grouper and scallops, are highlights. While there are accessibility concerns, overall, CQ's is a "must-visit gem" offering a special experience.

3,274 Reviews

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Randy
Charleston
58 reviews
5.0
58 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and the service were excellent. We will be back.
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Rhonda
VIP
Charlotte
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
First came perfectly chilled martinis. Everything that followed was delicious, but if local pecan crusted flounder with brown butter sauce is a special, order it. Ours came with three large filets served on a copious bed of perfectly cooked green beans accompanied by a yummy square of parmesan polenta. While the Caesar salad was tasty, topped with white anchovies, it had a bit too much of what appeared to be pre-shredded packaged parmesan cheese. For the price, some freshly shaved parm & house-made croutons would have been better. My husband thoroughly enjoyed the pear & arugula salad. There was also a good selection of desserts but, alas, we had dined to well to have any. Kudos to the chef et al in the kitchen & to the bartender. All the rest of the CQ staff, from hostess to servers & bussers, were welcoming & efficient. And, your evening will be made even more perfect if you are seated at a table that includes Michelle as your wait person. Her warmth, efficiency & sense of humor was delightful & topped off a most wonderful evening.
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Randy
Charleston
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our food and drinks were great. The food was particularly hot (temperature) which I love. Very old school. We have been once before and will certainly go back.
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Jerry
Charleston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went with our friends for our annual Holiday Christmas dinner avd it was an amazing experience
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Emily
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A perfect Christmas season experience. We go every year. Lovely decorations, good food, attentive staff. The muscles are especially terrific. Expensive even for Hilton Head.
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Cynthia
VIP
Greensboro
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food is outstanding. We went on a cold December night and the ambience is very cozy.
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Tom
Charlotte
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly recommended. The food was outstanding, both of our favorite place during the entire trip (several towns, and we ate well everywhere.) Friendly and informative waitress. We ate there over Christmas and enjoyed the tree and decorations as well.
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patrick
VIP
Caribbean
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always enjoy our time at CQ's, our server last night Jacob was fantantic!!!! The food was excellent!!!
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Anna
Coastal Georgia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our group of four enjoyed a great evening at CQ’s! We each ordered a different first course and entree, and all were superb! My husband and I had eaten at CQ’s once before many years ago. Loved it then, and loved it yet again. CQ’s has moved to the top of the list as our favorite dining experience in Hilton Head!
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herb
Pittsburgh
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
Upstairs seating at a small table with a service door constantly disrupting us created a miserable experience. Food was good but low end items on the menu made for difficult choices. Why not a better cut of steak? We expected more from this restaurant for Thanksgiving. It did not present itself as a high end restaurant. We’re in Hilton Head usually 3 times a year, and this is our first impression of CQs. Our server, Ava, was excellent and knew we weren’t happy. She made efforts to attempt to please us.
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FAQs

CQ's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 671-2779.

CQ's is rated 4.8 stars by 3274 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

11:30 PM

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

140A Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Hilton Head Island
Hours of operation
Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cqsrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(843) 671-2779

Featured in

100 South Carolina Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

CQ's

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

100 South Carolina Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Seared Ahi Tuna

CQ's She Crab Soup

Calamari Puttanesca

Great Beginnings

CQ's She Crab Soup$10.00

Featured Daily Soup$10.00

Prince Edward Island Mussels$17.00

Fried Green Tomatoes$16.00

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$18.00

Calamari Puttanesca$16.00

Salads

Roasted Beets & Arugula Salad$12.00

Traditional Caesar$11.00

Iceberg Wedge$12.00

Entrees

Prestige Farms Chicken Breast$32.00

Grilled Atlantic Salmon$35.00

Butcher Block" Prime Pork Chop$37.00

Seared Ahi Tuna$41.00

CQ's Shellfish Pasta$39.00

Lump Crab Cakes$41.00

Grilled 8oz. Filet Mignon$48.00

Wild Caught Grilled Shrimp$39.00

Pan Seared Diver Scallops$41.00

A Take on the Classics

CQ"s Old Fashion$13.50

Classic "Bleu"$12.50

French Martini$12.50

CQ's Peach Madras$13.00

Pearfection Martini$12.50

Southern Manhattan$13.00

Dark and Stormy$11.50

Cosmopolitan$12.50

CQ's Beach Breeze$12.00

Pomegranate Martini$12.50

Brews

Gaffel Kolsch, Germany$6.25

Samuel Smith's Brown Ale, England$6.75

Bell's Two Hearted IPA$6.00

Landshark Lager$4.50

Allagash White$6.25

Heineken$5.50

Amstel Light$4.75

Lazy Magnolia$4.75

Featured Whites

Albarino, Burgans, Rias Baixas, Spain

Pinot Grigio, Baroni Fin, Italy

Pinot Grigio, Cornaro, Veneto, Italy

Pinot Gris, Eola Hill, Willamette Valley, OR

Rose, Sangiovese, France

Riesling, Dr. Loosen, Mosel, Germany

Picpoul de Pinet, Hughes Bealiu, Languedoc

Sauvignon Blanc, Huia, Marlborough, NZ

Sauvignon Blanc, Paulus Gold, Hungary

Sauvignon Blanc, Emmolo, Napa County

White Bordeaux, Chateau la Pereyre, Bordeaux

Chablis, Louis Moreau, Chablis Bourgogne

Fume Blanc, Ferrari Canaro

Chardonnay, Louis Latour, Macon-Villages

Chardonnay, Harken, Lodi

Chardonnay, Four Vines "Naked", Central Coast

Chardonnay, Sonoma Cutrer, Russian River

Chardonnay, Chappellet, Petaluma Gap

Featured Reds

Cotes du Rhone, Rhone Valley, France

Pinot Noir, Block Nine, California

Pinot Noir, Cline Family Cellars, Sonoma County

Pinot Noir, Underwood, Oregon

Malbec, Dona Paula Argentina

Merlot, J Lohr California

Merlot, Hogue, Washington

Super Tuscan, Carpineto Dogajolo, Toscana

Red Blend, Bodri Szekszard, Hungary

Red Blend, Revelry, Columbia Valley, Washington