Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)

4.9

5281 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 34 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
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.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Low Country, French
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(843) 785-9277
Website
http://www.charliesgreenstar.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive chef
Josh Castillo

Location
8 New Orleans Rd, Hilton Head, SC 29928
Neighborhood
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, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Atlantic Cod Encrusted In Parmesan Crust$30.00
Local Flounder Sauteed Meuniere$34.00
Mahi, grilled with Mango Vinaigrette$37.00
Salmon, grilled with Fresh Basil Pecan Pesto$32.00
Tuna, seared with Sriracha Peanut Vinaigrette$35.00
Sea Scallops, seared with Lemon Beurre Blanc$40.00
Local Swordfish, grilled with Pimiento Cheese$34.00
Redfish, Blackened with Andouille Ragu$38.00
Filet Mignon, Boursin Fines Herbes$48.00
Breast Of Duck, Raspberry Demi glacé$35.00
Ribeye, with Fingerling Potatoes, Asparagus, and Lobster Bernal's$50.00

Dessert

Pave Au Chocolat$10.00
Bread Pudding, Crème Anglaise$10.00
Caramel Cake$10.00
Skillet Broke$10.00
White Chocolate Raspberry Creme Brûlée$10.00
Carrot Cake, Spiced Ginger Frosting$10.00
Mousse au Chocolat$10.00

What 5,281 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

South Carolina
Seafood
Hilton Head
Best Overall
Hilton Head
Best Food
Hilton Head
Best Service
Hilton Head
Best Ambiance
Hilton Head
Best Value
Hilton Head
Great for fine wines
Hilton Head
Good for special occasions
Hilton Head
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Charlie's Coastal Bistro is a Hilton Head gem known for its "amazing food" and "wonderful service." Guests rave about the fresh seafood, particularly the "best swordfish in town" and "phenomenal escargot." With a charming ambiance and attentive staff, it's no wonder Charlie's is a "must stop for dining" on the island.

5,281 Reviews

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Howell
Charleston
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
as always.. the service, food and dining experience were great!!!!
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Jeff
Charleston
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the bar and the bartenders make you feel special!
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Steven
Philadelphia
42 reviews
vip
4.0
42 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food was excellent, as usual. The service was excellent. The noise level was beyond tolerable. Could not hear what anybody at our table was saying. The restaurant needs to address this problem.
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Raymond
Charleston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Charlie's has been consistently good since we started going there some years ago. We went there for our anniversary dinner last night and had a lovely evening. The staff and management were very helpful and the only reason I am not going with 5 stars all the way, is because the desert menu was like all desert menus these days: nothing hot except bread and butter pudding, maybe the creme brûlée. It's so hard these days to find a restaurant that actually makes deserts like Grand Marnier Soufflé's with a creme Anglaise, or crepes suzette or anything that involves any preparation at all and is not served with whipped cream out of a can. Besides that, my wife had very nice Swordfish and I had the breast of duck and we enjoyed them with an unusual Chenin Blanc called Love from the Loire coastal region. The orange mousse in a chocolate cup was as expected and we could have given it a miss.
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Alan
Charleston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Charlie’s dining room provides a very comfortable ambience. The food is very well prepared, and the service is excellent. Jody is a very attentive server and enhanced our dining experience.
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Thomas
San Diego
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice atmosphere, superb service. The food was delicious. Very specific menu with variety. Best Filet I have had from a restaurant recently. Would highly recommend.
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Eleanor
Charleston
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food presentation and service. Would recommend and plan to return!
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Michael
Charleston
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Simply an awesome experience from cocktails to dinner! Highly recommend Charlie’s as we will continue to return!!!
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Charles
Atlanta Metro
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our “go to” restaurant everytime we visit HHI! We had the scallops and sheepshead fish. Both were fantastic! Jody, was very helpful with the menu and the wine selection (Fr. Burgundy). The service was “spot on”! Each entree was served timely but did not feel rushed. A very quiet and comfortable atmosphere.
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Charles
Charleston
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always excellent--what else can I say. I've enjoyed the islands best food since you had to go through the kitchen to get to the restroom (Old location).
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FAQs

Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte) offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 785-9277.

Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte) is rated 4.9 stars by 5281 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 34 times today

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Google Map for Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)

8 New Orleans Rd, Hilton Head, SC 29928

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Hilton Head Island
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Low Country, French
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Josh Castillo
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.charliesgreenstar.com/
Phone number
(843) 785-9277

Charlie's Coastal Bistro (L'etoile Verte)

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Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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Fish Cakes

Bread Pudding Crème Anglaise

Caramel Cake

Appetizers

Soup Of The Day$7.50

Pate Maison$9.00

Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes, And Basil Pesto$10.00

Smoked Maine Salmon$12.00

Escargot ā la Bourgnignone$11.00

Pan Roasted Bluffton Oyster Stew$12.00

Crab Salad, Avocado, and Remoulade Sauce$14.00

Entrees

Atlantic Cod Encrusted In Parmesan Crust$30.00

Local Flounder Sauteed Meuniere$34.00

Mahi, grilled with Mango Vinaigrette$37.00

Salmon, grilled with Fresh Basil Pecan Pesto$32.00

Tuna, seared with Sriracha Peanut Vinaigrette$35.00

Sea Scallops, seared with Lemon Beurre Blanc$40.00

Local Swordfish, grilled with Pimiento Cheese$34.00

Redfish, Blackened with Andouille Ragu$38.00

Filet Mignon, Boursin Fines Herbes$48.00

Breast Of Duck, Raspberry Demi glacé$35.00

Ribeye, with Fingerling Potatoes, Asparagus, and Lobster Bernal's$50.00

Dessert

Pave Au Chocolat$10.00

Bread Pudding, Crème Anglaise$10.00

Caramel Cake$10.00

Skillet Broke$10.00

White Chocolate Raspberry Creme Brûlée$10.00

Carrot Cake, Spiced Ginger Frosting$10.00

Mousse au Chocolat$10.00

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