"The links below are provided to point you to local reviews of these restaurants,
they reflect the views of the writer not of anyone on Harbor island."

Johnson Creek Tavern & Restaurant - link
2141 Sea Island Pkwy., Harbor Island
(843) 838-4166

This is your general beach bar and grill. It primarily serves as a local restaurant for the people who live on Fripp and Harbor Islands. There is live music from time to time. The atmosphere is great.


The Shrimp Shack - link
1929 Sea Island Pkwy, Harbor Island
(843) 838-2962

This is open for lunch only. This is a true Beaufort restaurant. This is where the locals go on the way to the beach or if they are out boating. It is a true authentic restaurant serving the freshest, best seafood around. It is a definite must if you are near the beach or on St. Helena’s Island.
This restaurant has been around for as long as I can remember. It has always been known to have the freshest seafood, as it, just like Dockside, is right next to more shrimp docks. These docks are supposedly where Forrest Gump's Jenny lives, but I have heard that she has taken a new name to avoid the publicity.
 

The Dockside - link
1699 11th St., Port Royal
(843) 524-7433

This is a local restaurant on Battery Creek. It is known for having the best seafood, partly because it shares a dock with the local shrimp boats. Everything is as fresh as it can be. There is a local seafood market next door with the day's catch ready to be sold. I recommend the shrimp and blue crabs.
It also has a dock, so you can drive right up from your boat and grab a bite.
This restaurant is in Port Royal, which is like a suburb of Beaufort to the south. It is a 10-minute drive, so you cannot walk here. It is, however, a great place if you have a car or boat. Also, the clam chowder is supposedly the best item on the menu.