These are the top 5 highest-rated breakfast spots on Hilton Head, Yelp reviewers say
No matter if you’re headed to work, traveling to or from the island on vacation or just in need of a morning pick-me-up, breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day.
From pancakes, eggs, breakfast burritos, bowls and more — there’s something for everyone to enjoy either on their morning breakfast runs or for a casual weekend brunch.
Here’s a roundup of the top five highest-rated breakfast restaurants on Hilton Head, according to Yelp reviews on Aug. 22, and where you can find them.
Tin & Tallow
While known for their burgers a fries, Tin & Tallow also offers a selection of breakfast sandwiches, croissant sandwiches and breakfast burritos. Beyond sandwiches items, they offer traditional and specialty coffee options.
“If you want to eat where the locals hang, this is your spot,” wrote one reviewer. “Don’t skip their breakfast either, get the fried chicken biscuit with hot honey.”
- Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Address: 2 Spanish Wells Road
Hilton Head Social Bakery
Hilton Head Social Bakery does more than just breakfast; they also offer wedding cakes, desserts, bread, lunch items and coffee. Reviewers say that with so many breakfast options, you may find it hard to choose.
“The pastries were really tasty and they had fun flavors, like a banana and chocolate croissant, with reasonable prices,” wrote one reviewer.
- Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Address: 17 Harbourside Lane, Building 1
Java Burrito Company
Java Burrito Company is known for its blend of coffee and Mexican, combining traditional Tex-Mex dishes like burrito bowls, along with breakfast bites and coffee items. Breakfast items include breakfast burritos, bowls, French toast and more.
One reviewer says that Java Burrito is “a fusion of Chipotle, Cava and Tropical Grill, blended with the vibe of your favorite coffee shop, but supercharged.”
- Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Address: 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Suite J6
GT International Cafe
From pancakes, waffles, omelettes, skillets and more, GT International Cafe is a family restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch every day.
Reviewers note that dining here is “like eating a home-cooked meal.”
- Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Address: 807 William Hilton Parkway, Suite 1600
Gringo’s Diner
From Southern classics like biscuits and gravy to signature menu items like Nutella pancakes and a breakfast quesadilla, Gringo’s Diner serves up breakfast and lunch items right near the popular Coligny Beach area.
Gringo’s breakfast pancakes “hit the spot and started our morning right,” wrote one reviewer.
- Rating: 4.4 out of 5 stars
- Address: 1 N Forest Beach Drive, Unit E-5 in Coligny Plaza
If you’re looking to dine somewhere for lunch or dinner, Yelp has also released its August list of the top 100 restaurants in South Carolina, with 15 Hilton Head locations making the list.
For the full list of top-rated breakfast locations recommended by Yelp reviewers, click here.
This story was originally published August 23, 2025 at 6:00 AM.
