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9 Dog-Friendly Delights at Coligny Plaza

Our team at Sunset Rentals has put together the ultimate guide to dog-friendly restaurants on Hilton Head Island. We’ve even taken it a step further so you can discover the best places to take your dog to dinner near your Hilton Head Island vacation rental. This month, we highlight the best dog-friendly restaurants near Coligny Plaza in Forest Beach, Hilton Head Island

The Forest Beach neighborhood of Hilton Head is anchored by Coligny Plaza, the award-winning sandy beaches at Coligny Beach Park, and Lowcountry Celebration Park. Many of the stores in Coligny Plaza welcome your pup to shop with you, and there are plenty of pet-friendly outdoor patios in the neighborhood to savor a snack, seafood platter, or sunset cocktail with Fido. 

Top Dog-Friendly Restaurants at Coligny Plaza


1. Aunt Chilada’s Easy Street Café 


Location: 69 Pope Avenue, Hilton Head Island, SC 

Phone: (843) 785-7700
Tuesday – Saturday | 12 PM to 9 PM 
Daily Happy Hour | 4 PM to 7 PM 
Reservations recommended

Aunt Chilada’s MenusAunt Chilada’s Easy Street Cafe has been an island favorite since 1988. This Hilton Head hotspot is known for its Tex-Mex and Mexican cuisine (famous fish tacos, too!), specialty margaritas, and a lively yet relaxed bar scene! The large patio is covered for all seasons and pet-friendly with an outdoor bar and live music for laid-back vibes with Fido!

2. Earle of Sandwich Pub


Location: Coligny Plaza
1 N Forest Beach Drive, Hilton Head, SC  

Phone: (843) 785-7767
Monday – Saturday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM 
Bar closes at Midnight!
First Come, First Serve 

Pub Menu

Famous for their burgers, Reubens, seafood, and signature “Earle” sandwich, the Earle of Sandwich Pub serves “great food and drinks, at mainland prices”, and the bar only closes at midnight! This homey pub is family-friendly and will gladly welcome your dog on the outdoor patio for lunch, dinner, or a cold beverage break from the beach. 

3. FISH Casual Coastal Seafood 


Location: Coligny Plaza  
1 N Forest Beach Drive, Hilton Head, SC

Phone: (843) 342-3474
Open Daily | 11 AM to 9 PM 
Weekday Happy Hour | 4 PM to 6 PM
First Come, First Serve 

FISH Menu

Next door, you’ll find FISH Casual Coastal Seafood serving classic, Lowcountry-style seafood, buns, and baskets, along with craft beers, creative cocktails, and delicious wines. Find an outside table on the lagoon-front patio for pet-friendly dining and live music, and if you’re traveling with kids – take a bucket to the beach, fill it with litter, and claim your free kid’s meal!

4. Flatbread Grill and Bar 


Location: Coligny Plaza  
2 N Forest Beach Drive, Hilton Head, SC

Phone: (843) 341-2225
Open Daily | 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Daily Happy Hour | 4 PM to 6 PM
First Come, First Serve 

Grill Menu

Flatbread Grill & Bar is a modern, upscale restaurant with old-world charm, a relaxed atmosphere, and two outdoor patios and bars with HDTVs to grab a bite and catch a game with Fido! The menu features wood-fired pizzas, pastas, gourmet salads, seafood baskets, and a wide range of craft beers and specialty cocktails. – with great happy hour specials every day!

5. Frosty Frog Café 


Location: Coligny Plaza  
1 N Forest Beach Drive, Hilton Head, SC 

Phone: (843) 686-3764
Open Daily | 11 AM to 10 PM
First Come, First Serve 

Olives Dog Menu | Food Menu | Drinks Menu

This laid-back, beach-inspired cafe is the downtown spot for award-winning grub and the best daiquiris on Hilton Head Island – you can even pick your proof (virgin options too!). The award-winning grub ranges from pizza and pies to seafood and salads, with a tadpole menu for the little tots and Olive’s Dog Menu for Fido! Live music daily adds to the vibe of this cool, pet-friendly Hilton Head cafe.

6. It’s Greek to Me


Location: Coligny Plaza 
11 Lagoon Rd, Hilton Head, SC 

Phone: (843) 842-4033  
Monday – Saturday | 11 AM to 9:30 PM
Daily Happy Hour | 4 PM to 6 PM
Reservations recommended

Menus

For authentic Greek cuisine on Hilton Head Island, reserve a patio table at It’s Greek to Me, an island favorite since 1997.  The menu features all your Greek favorites made from scratch with plenty of gluten-free options, a kids menu for picky little eaters, and imported wines and cocktails to pair. The charming patio will gladly welcome your well-behaved dog.

7. Rock Fish Seafood & Steaks at Bomboras 


Location: Coligny Plaza  
5 Lagoon Rd, Hilton Head, SC

Phone: (843) 689-2662
Sunday – Thursday | 3 PM to 9 PM
Friday – Saturday | 3 PM to 10 PM
Daily Happy Hour | 4 PM to 6 PM | 9 PM to 11 PM
Reservations recommended for dinner 

Main Menu | Kids Menu | Happy Hour | Beer

Known as “Hilton Head’s Seafood Destination” and the “chill bar” on Coligny Beach, Rock Fish Seafood & Steaks at Bomboras (once Bomboras Grille) has long been a favorite of locals and visitors to Hilton Head Island. Try their tapas-style appetizers or indulge in a hearty entree or Bomboras handheld. Local Tip: Keep an eye out for their date night events where you can send the kids upstairs to paint their own pottery at The Art Cafe, while you dine at Rock Fish. 

8. Skillets Café & Grill 


Location: Coligny Plaza  
1 N Forest Beach Drive, Hilton Head, SC

Phone: (843) 785-3131
Daily | Breakfast & Lunch 7 AM to 3 PM 
Thursday – Monday | Dinner 4 PM to 9 PM 

DOGGIE MENU | Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner | Kids Menu | Desserts | Drinks 

Established in 1993, Skillets Cafe & Grill serves the best breakfast and brunch on Hilton Head Island (in signature porcelain skillets), and home-style lunches and dinners ranging from snacks and salads to Lowcountry seafood, southern sides, and prime rib dinners! Bugsy’s Beef & Barley Breakfast is “better than a run on the beach” or let Fido give the Tailwagging Turkey a try! 

9. Watusi Café 


Location: 71 Pope Avenue, Hilton Head, SC

Phone: (843) 686-5200 
Open Daily | Breakfast & Lunch 7:30 AM to 2 PM 
Summer Extended Hours | 3 PM to 8 PM
Happy Hour | June & July | 4 PM to 6 PM
Marketplace | Monday – Sunday | 7 AM to 2 PM

DOG-FRIENDLY MENU | Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner | Happy Hour | Cocktails & Spirits | Coffee 

Watusi Cafe & Market is your dog-friendly neighborhood coffee shop in Forest Beach – open for all-day breakfast & lunch year round with extended hours in the summer for happy hour & early dinner (please call ahead!). Fido will soon make this a local Forest Beach favorite!

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If you’re still on the hunt for the pawfect dog-friendly vacation home on Hilton Head Island, you’re in the right place! Our collection of Hilton Head Island vacation rentals includes a wide selection of Hilton Head pet-friendly rentals near Coligny Plaza. Start browsing online or call our team at (843) 785-6767 to find a private paradise for you and your pet on Hilton Head.   


4 Rainy Day Activities On Hilton Head Island

When you vacation on Hilton Head Island the main things to do is enjoy the sun, shopping and eat amazing food. But the big question is what is there to do when it is raining outside? Don’t let a little rain dampen your Hilton Head Island vacation spirits! This place has plenty of fun-filled activities and attractions to turn an unexpected rainy vacation day into an unforgettable experience for the whole family. From nature tours and activities to Lowcountry comfort food classics and cozy coastal retreats to hunker down for a day indoors, we’ve got you covered! Here’s our ultimate guide to turning your unexpected rainy days on Hilton head into fun-filled memories. Here are our four top things to do when it is raining outside on Hilton Head Island.

1. Nash Gallery

Come and enjoy the Nash gallery located in Shelter cove! It features incredible work by American’s finest craftsman including glass, ceramics, jewelry, and much more!

Address: 13 Harbourside Lane 2H Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Hours:
Monday through Friday 10am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday 11am to 5pm

2. Hilton Head Distillery

At the Hilton Head Distillery, you can enjoy a great drinking experience in a relaxed, family-friendly environment. They offer distillery tours, tasting rooms and a bottle shop.

Address: 14 Cardinal Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Hours: Monday through Saturday 1pm to 6pm
* Last tour begins at 5pm

3. Island Winery

Voted as the “best destination off the beaten path”

Address: 12A Cardinal Road, Hilton Head SC 29926

Hours:
Monday through Saturday 12:30 to 5:30
Sunday 12pm to 4pm

4. The Sandbox

Looking for something for something to keep the kids occupied while it is raining? This is the perfect place to bring them!

Address: 18A Pope Ave, Hilton Head SC 29928

HOURS: January through March, May, September through December
Tuesday Through Saturday 10a.m. to 5p.m.

SPRING HOURS: April Monday through Saturday 10a.m. to 5p.m.

SUMMER HOURS: June through August, Monday through Saturday 10a.m. to 5p.m.

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