There’s something so special about growing up and spending summers in the Lowcountry. I didn’t realize how blessed we were that my grandmother purchased that beach getaway we spent our summers at in Beaufort, South Carolina until I was a young adult.
I now have the privilege of taking my boys to that same family vacation home to explore the relaxing coastal destination I joyfully refer to as my “happy place” as we enjoy the quaint waterfront restaurants, peaceful walks on the sound, and countless hours between the sand and waves. I previously shared other posts & video about Beaufort in my Travel Guide like my weekend girls trip and video recap, but I felt I have been LONG overdue in sharing a list of the ultimate places to eat in this darling coastal town. Starting with this list of places to eat breakfast, I’m also sharing the best places to eat lunch and places to eat dinner in Beaufort, SC.
Full transparency, this list of the top restaurants in Beaufort is based on both my personal favorites with a few recommendations from my family or friends who love Beaufort as much as I do. Most are in proper Beaufort, but I’ve included a few restaurants in this list that are in the surrounding area and are worth checking out – so they made the cut for this round of Low Country places to eat.
Best Places to Eat Breakfast in Beaufort, SC:
BREAKFAST RESTAURANTS
1. Lowcountry Cider Company & Superior Coffee
www.lowcountryciderco.com
102 West Street, Beaufort, SC 29902
-and- 507 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island, SC 29920
Open: Daily until 5 PM
Category: Coffee Shop, Smoothies, Tea & Bakery
Two locations in downtown historic Beaufort and St. Helena Island. Grab a seat inside or outside on the patio, connect with WiFi and enjoy plenty of options to start your day with coffee, tea, smoothies and some small bites. Open Daily.
2. Lowcountry Produce
www.lowcountryproduce.com
302 Carteret Street, Beaufort, SC 29902
Open: Brunch: 8 AM – 3 PM hours, NOT open for dinner.
Category: Casual, Americana, Cafe & Market
Everyday Brunch menu at the cafe and market goods like soups and sandwiches at one of my favorite restaurants in Beaufort. Renovated from a former postal office building, this place has an airy beautiful design in a fresh white & sage green colorway. Great grab-and-go options. Hilton Head & Seabrook locations too.
3. Blackstone’s Cafe
www.blackstonescafe.com
205 Scott Street, Beaufort, SC 29902
Open: Breakfast & Lunch
Category: Casual, Americana
Opened in 1991, this local go-to destination is great classic breakfast & lunch options and sits in the heart of downtown Beaufort tucked down a side street just off Bay St. Casual vibes and delicious food. Patio seating available. 7:30 AM – 2 PM Daily.
4. Magnolia Cafe & Bakery
www.magnoliabeaufort.com
703 Congress Street, Beaufort, SC 29902
Open: Breakfast & Lunch (closed Sun. & Mon.)
Category: Casual, Americana
Under new ownership with a new menu & charming decor, this restaurant has modern breakfast offerings with coffee and traditional soups, salads, bowls & sandwiches for lunch. Fresh & frozen meals ready-to-go are available as well. Patio seating available.
The next time you’re visiting the Lowcountry I highly encourage a stop to Beaufort if you’re in the area. The city has become more popular and developed over the years but it still holds loads of small-town charm. This list of best places to eat above are testament to the great culture and community found in Beaufort.
Are you a fan of Beaufort, SC? Did we forget any must-visit top restaurants for breakfast in Beaufort? Leave your favorite restaurants in the comments below – bonus if you share your favorite menu offering! Be sure to bookmark this article and I’ll try to make sure I update this regularly to keep a pulse on new restaurants in the area or any others that need to be added or removed.
Don’t forget to check out my list of the best places to eat lunch and top restaurants for dinner in Beaufort too!
Some of these restaurants are my favorites! I’ll definitely plan to try them all. It helps so much to have recommendations when trying to chose where to eat when you’re hungry!