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Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)

4.9 (7085)
$31 to $50
Seafood
8 New Orleans Rd, Hilton Head, SC 29928

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Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)

4.9
$31 to $50
Seafood
Hilton Head Island

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2 people
19:00
Booked 33 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Low Country, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Joe Galuzzi
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Hilton Head Island
  • Parking Details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte).

4.9

4.9
(7085)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    Seafood

  • South Carolina

    Most Booked

  • Hilton Head

    Best Overall

  • Hilton Head

    Best Service

  • Hilton Head

    Best Ambience

  • 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 consistently delivers "fantastic food," "amazing service," and a "cozy, inviting atmosphere." Patrons rave about fresh seafood, notably the "best swordfish" and "delicious redfish." With a "wonderful menu" and "attentive staff," it's a favorite for special occasions, offering a memorable dining experience on Hilton Head Island.
7,085 Reviews
  1. Michael J Gold

    Cincinnati / Dayton47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An excellent evening just like every other visit to Charlie's Bistro! Our server Scotty made the night perfect. Service was excellent, great recommendations, attentive but not intrusive. So many great options on the menu to choose from..... Of course I had Monk Fish in that awesome mushroom sauce yet again!

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  2. Jerry Gold

    Central Kentucky22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is our go to restaurant for a great dinner every time we are on the island. I had Mahi that was caught locally that day. Portions are perfect. Look forward to our visit in April and May.
    Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)Responded 1 day ago
    Thank you for choosing Charlie's, we look forward to your next visit!

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  3. Janice

    South Carolina3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always have a great meal every time we go to Charlie’s. Very consistent.

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  4. Bill

    London11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a stop for us every.time we come to HH. Great food, service, and atmosphere
    Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)Responded 1 day ago
    Thank you for choosing Charlie's, we look forward to your next visit!

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  5. Charles Gold

    Atlanta20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always our “go to” place. Lucas was fantastic explaining the menu and recommendations.
    Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)Responded 2 days ago
    Thank you for choosing Charlie's, we look forward to your next visit!

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  6. Mary Gold

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From beginning to end, we loved our dining experience! Our server, Jen, was perfectly attentive. The General Manager paid us a visit. And the food was delicious! We were celebrating my husband’s birthday, and he received a complimentary dessert. Would definitely recommend this restaurant!
    Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)Responded 2 days ago
    Thank you for choosing Charlie's, we look forward to your next visit!

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  7. Georgeann

    South Carolina3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service, salads were delicious. Great waitress. My friends birthday & they brought out a pice of Carmel cake which was soooo delicious!
    Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)Responded 2 days ago
    Thank you for choosing Charlie's, we look forward to your next visit!

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  8. Bill Gold

    Orlando / Central Florida East15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal. Good service. We’ll definitely be back.
    Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)Responded 3 days ago
    Thank you for choosing Charlie's, we look forward to your next visit!

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  9. Liz

    Minneapolis - St. Paul11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and wonderful atmosphere. We’ve been several times and we are always seated quickly and have had great service! Def will be back!
    Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)Responded 4 days ago
    Thank you for choosing Charlie's, we look forward to your next visit!

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  10. Kristine Gold

    South Carolina22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Very popular restaurant. The service was very good, but the food was just okay. The real value is the food. The pricing is very reasonable and the dishes come with generous sides. So, if you want a fair priced dinner that is good but not great, Charlie’s is a good choice.
    Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)Responded 4 days ago
    Thanks for sharing your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the service, prices, and generous sides. We’re sorry the food didn’t quite hit the mark, and we’ll keep working to make every meal memorable. We appreciate you giving Charlie’s a try and hope to welcome you back.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Low Country, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Joe Galuzzi
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Hilton Head Island
  • Parking Details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte) is frequently chosen for anniversaries and romantic evenings, with an intimate atmosphere, thoughtful wine selections, and repeated anniversary/date-night visits from guests.

Guests commonly describe portions as plentiful and satisfying, entrees often include a house salad, vegetables and the signature scalloped potatoes, and many say they left comfortably full.

Monday is a standout, guests repeatedly mention the half-price wine offers on Mondays, making it a popular night for wine lovers.

Yes, the team regularly accommodates gluten-free requests (guests report being given gluten-free crackers and successful gluten-free modifications), and the menu includes salads and cheese plates that can suit vegetarian diners.

Yes, Charlie’s has outdoor seating: reviewers report being seated on the outside patio and describe heaters and covers that made cool evenings comfortable.

The sea scallops are a standout, listed on the dinner menu as "Sea Scallops, seared with Lemon Beurre Blanc, " and multiple guests praise them as cooked to perfection.

Charlie's is a great pick on Monday evenings, guests repeatedly note bottles of wine are half-price on Mondays, making it an especially enjoyable night for wine lovers.

Yes, families are welcome and children are treated respectfully; guests note kids do well here and enjoyed menu options like a sizeable kids' burger.

Charlie's Coastal Bistro feels like a quaint French‑country bistro, warm and welcoming, with a cozy bar and an intimate main dining room that reviewers call charming, well‑spaced, and at times lively yet still intimate.

Resort casual is the guide, think comfortable, vacation‑friendly attire rather than formalwear, which suits the bistro’s quaint French‑country atmosphere.

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A photo of Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte) restaurant

Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)

4.9
$31 to $50
Seafood
Hilton Head Island

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 33 times today
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