At Dockside Bar on Edisto, you can expect a delightful blend of breathtaking views and delectable seafood, all served in a laid-back atmosphere. Nestled on the picturesque Edisto Island, this bar is renowned for its stunning sunset views and waterside dining, making it a prime spot for both locals and visitors. Patrons rave about the seafood offerings, especially the Captain's platter, which features a generous portion of grilled seafood that doesn’t disappoint. Reviewers like Mark Hoyt emphasize the beauty of dining on the deck as the sun sets over the water, creating a perfect backdrop for enjoying the delicious bites. Fried shrimp and seafood tacos are standout items; Diane notes that the shrimp are plump and perfectly grilled, highlighting the bar’s commitment to quality. The service, praised for its friendliness and attentiveness—even during busy hours—ensures a memorable dining experience. Guests appreciate the diverse menu, with options like tuna bites and seafood nachos that cater to various dietary needs, including gluten-free options—a thoughtful detail mentioned by Megan Wills. With its combination of excellent food, welcoming staff, and scenic location, Dockside Bar on Edisto presents itself as a must-visit for any seafood lover.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Serves dine-in
No delivery
No takeaway
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Has live music
Has live performances
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Has dancing
Serves food
Serves food at bar
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Dockside Bar on Edisto
Mark Hoyt
May 30,2025
We sat on the deck at sunset and had a beautiful view of the water! The grilled seafood Captain's platter was plenty of food and was delicious!
Michael Dickinson
Apr 12,2025
The fried shrimp were excellent, not overly breaded. Great views of the creek and tidal marsh. Our server was spot on. (This review is for the restaurant upstairs)
Diane
Mar 30,2025
Fantastic seafood meals. Super friendly staff, and the new server, Adaron, was so friendly and quick to bring us everything. He checked on our table at least five times and was amazing. The shrimp were plump and perfectly grilled. I did not expect that in the tacos, but they were the same shrimp that my husband got in the grilled basket. A really cool vibe to the place and I imagine in season the outdoor deck eating is awesome. I also imagine this place gets packed in summer. We are here in March, but I can say that compared to the other restaurants that we have gone to this week, this is the best deal and the best seafood. (We've paid a lot more for lesser quality meals. I don't want to name them because all the businesses are struggling, and it is off-season, and the meals weren't bad- just saying this is THE PLACE to go to.)
Megan Wills
Mar 22,2025
Fantastic food and service right on the water. Highly recommend the tuna bites appetizer. The wings were perfectly cooked. My family had the chilled crab dip, wings, oyster po boy, fried fish tacos, seafood nachos, and fried buffalo shrimp. I have celiac disease and was able to eat gluten free with a very happy belly. Will be back. Quite the smorgasbord . Kathy was our server and she is a southern sweetheart.
Jeffrey McElroy
Mar 10,2025
The food was awesome. What made it better is that we stopped there because we got in late and they were one of the few places still open. They had just closed the kitchen and opened it back up in order to make sure that my family and another group didn't have to go search for something to eat. Thank you so much my kids were hungry!
Kathryn Harlan
Mar 8,2025
Amazing service! The host that seated us was very personable and pleasant to talk with. Our server, Addison, was awesome and suggested local brews for my husband to try. My husband had the best po boy and I had the you pick 2 shrimp and scallops that were hot and cooked to perfection. Fries were hot, cole slaw was sweet and tangy. THANK YOU!!! We will be coming back here.
Victoria Hartsell
Mar 6,2025
The food here is amazing. We went last night and I got the grilled scallops. They were awesome. My husband got the pick 2 and got fried shrimp and scallops. My parents got the flounder sandwich and fried shrimp. The scallops and shrimp were a lot larger than we were expecting. Unfortunately my toddler who is allergic to eggs and tree nuts didn't have a lot of options. What she would eat she couldn't eat and what she could eat she wouldn't eat. Other than that everything was great. The waitresses were super friendly and the food was so good that we came back tonight and got the surf n turf burgers to go. Definitely try that burger. So good!
Shawn Knapp
Feb 4,2025
Bar food but was delicious. Staff was friendly and very talkative. I had the burger with shrimp everyone else had the pulled pork platter.
Reviews For Dockside Bar on Edisto