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Saltus River Grill, Beaufort, SC
Saltus River Grill, Beaufort, SC
Saltus River Grill, Beaufort, SC
Saltus River Grill, Beaufort, SC
Saltus River Grill, Beaufort, SC

Saltus River Grill

4.7
4.7
3814 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM

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  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for outdoor dining
We are now booking reservations for parties of up to 4 people online! Please call the restaurant at (843)379-3474 to make a reservation for parties of 5 or more people. All reservations are held for inside as outdoor seating is weather permitting. Comments specifying seating preferences are honored if and when available. We will try to honor all requests, but they are not guaranteed. We look forward to serving you soon!

Saltus River Grill is a unique, and exciting restaurant in historic downtown Beaufort, South Carolina. With a grand view of the Intracoastal Waterway from its Sonoma-style patio or from the expansive full-service bar and dining room, this sizzling contemporary seafood grill combines the atmosphere of a chic Manhattan eatery with the historic charm found only in the South Carolina Lowcountry.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 379-3474
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Restaurant can be closed for private events.
  • Neighborhood
    Beaufort
  • Cross street
    Scott Street
  • Parking details
    Public parking available on Bay Street.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,814 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    Contemporary American

  • Hilton Head

    Hot spot

  • Hilton Head

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Hilton Head

    Great for scenic views

  • Hilton Head

    Lively

  • Hilton Head

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Saltus River Grill offers an "upscale dining experience" with a focus on seafood and an inviting ambience. Known for its "great food" and "excellent service," the restaurant impresses with dishes like shrimp and grits, crab bisque, and sushi. Consistency in quality and "friendly staff" make it a top choice in Beaufort.
3,814 Reviews
  1. William

    Glasgow

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice atmosphere. Service excellent (Victoria). Good food and an overall good experience.

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  2. Christina

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner was perfect start to finish. We sat on the patio with our pup and were immediately greeted warmly and with a fresh bowl of water. There was a nice outdoor fire, soft lighting. Our server was friendly and on point. The food we ate was all delicious-salad special with Thai chili calamari, lobster bisque, sirloin, crab cake, beet salad, cheesecake and creme brûlée. The sirloin was butter soft, best mashed potatoes my husband has ever eaten and I can say the same about the crème brûlée. It’s a nice date night with beautiful views of the water. The dog friendly patio was a must for us. I highly recommend eating here and we would come back given the chance.

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  3. Eric

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very warm yet socially pleasant atmosphere with a minimalistic menu that illustrate exceptionally creative and succulent dishes, with the highest quality ingreadents......

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  4. Liz

    VIP

    Greensboro

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Some of the best food I’ve had anywhere!! Highly recommend!

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  5. Cindi

    Atlanta

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sushi is amazing! We love sitting at the bar. Beautiful restaurant.

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  6. Thomas

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I've eaten at Salta's many times over the past 15 years and over the past several years something has changed. Their food at one time was everything you expected going to a fine dining restaurant but in the past several years the food has become very bland. I ordered the pan sheared halibut with white bean ragout. I had a piece of fish about the size of a deck of cards placed in the middle of a bowl of beans. The dish goes for $45. Okay, that's the going rate today in a restaurant of this type but I expect something special. It looked great for a piece of fish sitting in a bowl of beans, but it fell way short on flavor according to me and my wife. It had no seasoning, little flavor, maybe they ran out of salt at Salta's. Fresh fish doesn't need much but those beans were not much different from opening a can of white beans throwing in a few chopped up cherry tomatoes and heating it. I looked up white bean ragout and it should be creamy with sweet cherry tomatoes topped with pancetta and parmesan cheese, no pancetta or parmesan on mine; I guess they make the cheaper version. My wife's dish was Cobia, shrimp, and PEI mussels. The seafood was fresh but the sauce it came in didn't have much flavor. I wonder if because Salt's have mostly an older crowd, they use less seasonings and salt. It sure taste like it and that makes it too difficult to go back after spending $190. Salta's has been my number one for many years but to be honest the past few years I've just been hoping to see something worth the price .... I mean taste something worth the price.

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  7. Jeff

    New York City

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Birthday celebration with family Lively and loud dining room Great food Good service Overall good experience

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  8. Don

    VIP

    Charleston

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and service! We’ll be returning soon! The halibut was phenomenal and I’ll try the mahi mahi the next time😉

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  9. lisa

    VIP

    Charlotte

    67 reviews

    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Birthday dinner for my husband we were greeted with Happy Birthday and seated at a quiet corner. The place is very busy so it filled up quickly. We ordered mahi and the pork chop. Both were delicious. If we visit Beaufort again, we will definitely return for dinner

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  10. Stuart

    VIP

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an exceptional experience at Saltus River Grill in Beaufort, SC. Making a reservation through OpenTable was seamless, and the visit exceeded our expectations. It’s easily some of the best food we’ve ever had in Beaufort, and we make it a regular stop when we’re in the area. One standout feature is the restaurant’s convenient access to the water. They offer a free public dock where you can tie up for up to three hours, perfect for those traveling along the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). There are also plenty of good anchorages nearby. As for the food, everything we tried was fantastic. I thoroughly enjoyed the roast herb chicken—perfectly cooked with rich, savory flavors. The cocktails had a delightful Lowcountry flair and were well-crafted. My wife had the shrimp and grits, which were nothing short of amazing. This wasn’t your typical cheesy-grit dish; instead, it offered a complex and layered flavor profile that elevated the experience. The collard greens were, without a doubt, the best I’ve ever had—and as a self-proclaimed collard greens snob, I consider that high praise. We will definitely be returning. The prices were reasonable, though the wine list felt a bit overpriced—a trend we’ve noticed elsewhere as well. On the other hand, the cocktails provided excellent value. Saltus River Grill delivers on every front—fantastic food, great atmosphere, and excellent service. Highly recommended, especially for boaters passing through Beaufort!

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FAQs

Saltus River Grill is rated 4.7 stars by 3814 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM

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Booked 41 times today
You're in luck! We still have 3 timeslots left
Google Map for Saltus River Grill

802 Bay Street, Suite C, Beaufort, SC 29902

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Scott Street
  • Neighborhood
    Beaufort
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public parking available on Bay Street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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