Saltus River Grill - Saltus River Grill

Welcome to Saltus River Grill

Where history meets culinary excellence in the heart of downtown Beaufort, South Carolina.

Address

802 Bay Street
Beaufort, SC 29902

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Call: + (843) 379-3474

Hours

Open for dinner seven days a week
5 PM – Until

Creatively blending Lowcountry favorites and locally sourced ingredients.

Nestled in a charming historic building in Historic Downtown Beaufort, South Carolina, Saltus River Grill offers a unique dining experience that captures the essence of our vibrant coastal town.

Step inside and be transported to a world of elegance and charm. Our beautifully designed space combines modern sophistication with the Coastal vibe of Beaufort, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for all who enter. Whether you’re joining us for a romantic dinner, a family celebration, or a casual gathering with friends, Saltus River Grill is the perfect setting for any occasion.

At Saltus River Grill, we believe that exceptional food starts with exceptional ingredients. Our talented chefs work closely with local farmers and fishermen to source the freshest, seasonal ingredients, ensuring that every dish is bursting with flavor and quality. From succulent seafood caught just off the coast to locally grown produce, each bite is a celebration of the region’s bountiful offerings.

Indulge in our menu, carefully crafted to showcase the best of Lowcountry cuisine. From our signature She Crab Soup, a creamy blend of blue crab and sherry, to our mouthwatering Shrimp and Grits, a beloved Southern classic, every dish is a testament to our commitment to culinary excellence. Pair your meal with a selection from our extensive wine list or enjoy a handcrafted cocktail from our skilled mixologists.

As you savor your meal, take in the breathtaking views of the Beaufort River from our outdoor patio. Watch as boats glide by and the sun sets over the water, creating a picturesque backdrop for your dining experience. Our attentive and knowledgeable staff is dedicated to providing exceptional service, ensuring that every moment spent at Saltus River Grill is truly unforgettable.

Join us at Saltus River Grill and discover why we are a beloved culinary destination in historic downtown Beaufort. Experience the perfect blend of history, charm, and exceptional cuisine that sets us apart.

Make a reservation today and let us take you on a culinary journey you won’t soon forget.

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Saltus River Grill

4.6

Based on 445 reviews

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Bryan Duff

01:26 04 Jun 20

Great Manhattan cocktail with whiskey cherries. I had the special: bouillabaisse with tilefish, perfectly cooked scallops and shell fish with a yellow tomato base. Plus dipping bread covered in bacon jam. Fantastic, best meal in recent memory. Truffle fries with bearnaise sauce and Parmesan. Patio seating over looking over the Beauford Marina under old oak trees. My server Terry was well timed with perfect service. Thank you for making it worth every penny.

Deb Laufer

16:41 05 Mar 20

Nice ambience. Service wasn't all that fantastic (although she was very nice). Sushi was good. But just didn't see anything to make me want to go back. I think everyone liked what they got fine, but that's about it.

naomi aldrich

14:37 14 Feb 20

My husband and I came here for the first time the day before valentine's day because they were fully booked. Well that is for a reason. This up scale restaurant was a nice atmosphere right on the bay. Our meals were amazing and the drinks were perfect. We sat at the bar and the staff were busy but were super friendly and attentive! We will definitely be coming back! Love this place!!

Walt Nowakowski

02:10 13 Feb 20

Wonderful. Every course was delicious. The presentation of each dish was great and more eye catching than expected. The staff is confident and knowledgeable. Food was excellent. Our waiter, Joey did a tremendous job taking care of us. Four of us had dinner and each of us loved this place.

suzanne chesser

11:57 12 Feb 20

Great dinner spot on the river! This was recommended to us by our host at our B & B, we were not disappointed. The ambiance, not too noisy ( my husband has a hearing problem), but it has a fun vibe! I had the shrimp and grits.... grits were so dreamy and smooth with the right amount of kick to it. Highly recommend this!

Rick Rollins

01:09 14 Jan 20

We ordered off the special menu for Beaufort Restaurant Week. The meal was excellent. We ate at the bar. The bartender was very nice and pleasant, but a little slow taking our drink orders. If he were a bit more attentive it would be 5 stars

Dale William Neal

13:04 08 Jan 20

Definitely a nice spot. A little on the pricey side, but the service and food were wonderful.

Melody Probert

12:32 09 Dec 19

We sat on the patio, which I highly recommend if it's warm enough, and at some places service outside lacks but not here. Our server was highly knowledgeable, gave great recommendations, took the time to explain dishes and kept our glasses filled. Our steaks were absolutely perfect! I had the steak salad and it was glorious!! I still have dreams about it and will be having it again very soon. Saltus is the place you go for a special experience and you won't regret it.

John Fears

16:53 01 Dec 19

I adore this venue a lot. theres a different mood. The kitcen is superb. the service is efficient and the team is polite. The cost is decent. truly recommend.

Jonathan Cooper

01:35 01 Dec 19

You could pay so much more and not get so great a meal! Chicken and dumplings? Don’t let the imagery fool you. It’s a lovely deboned breast, apparently stuffed with a bit of sausage under the skin and broiled over a lovely bed of fresh peas and carrots and gnocchi with a savory sauce. And yes Virginia, there is such a thing as gourmet grits. You’ll find them here with a carefully prepared topping of shrimp sautéed in butter with mushrooms and perhaps shallots.

Carter Swenson

18:47 20 Nov 19

Been there several times now. Each time has been great. My dad lives close-by and we get treated like royalty. Everyone in the place including the workers seem to be enjoying themselves.

Shannon Reuter

14:48 16 Nov 19

One of our absolute favorite dinner spots in Beaufort. Service and food are always fantastic. I'm no southern girl and I dont "do" grits, but the Saltus River Grill has the most spectacular creamy grits with stewed tomatoes and I get them every time

Austin Floyd

01:05 03 Nov 19

Great service and amazing food. The local oysters were fantastic, surprisingly briny which I love with a cocktail sauce with a perfectly heavy amount of pepper I couldn't get enough of.The beef carpaccio was the best I've ever held, and I've had a good bit from many countries. The wood fired dorado topped with lump crab was great, nice and tender.Key lime pie dessert was nice and tangy, though I do wish the serving was slightly larger as the slice was pretty thin.Overall really enjoyed the food, but do be prepared to open the wallet wide. But with that said, I'll still be back!

Ann Hyde

20:00 31 Oct 19

Delicious seafood and sushi. Great service and a view of the water. What more could you want?

Larry R

21:35 24 Oct 19

The menu is varied and full. Everything I ate there on October 23,2019 was cold. They kept bringing it to the table warning me that the food and plate were too hot to touch, which was funny bc none of the food was. They apologized and even sent one dish back and it was still cold when it came back. I think they were just having a bad night. I'd still recommend.

Holly Epley

11:41 17 Aug 19

The hostess was very rude as they had literally 2 tables with people in them and people at the bar.... the whole left side of the bar area had tables available and outside was open she was not thrilled to see or sit us anywhere. Then I asked about the open area and she said that was for a party of 14 reservations at 6:30 ok that’s fine But what about the ones to the right or the bar? Plenty of space for 2 people. Will not recommend this restaurant to anyone as rude as the hostess was. As a manager I’d hope someone would have a talk with her. Cause the servers are missing out on money if not seated properly...

Ann Vishy

18:38 12 Aug 19

We have experienced great food, great service, great atmosphere while dining at Saltus River Grill. The excellent food and service they provided for our daughter’s pre-wedding festivities 8 years ago is still consistent today. Always a MUST for our Beaufort visits. Excellent!

Caryn Desmond

21:29 27 Jul 19

Visited this restaurant twice during our stay in Beaufort as it was so good. Food was great, loved the blackened Dorado was very tasty. Lovely patio area to sit and watch the sun go down over the water. Very friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely recommend a visit.

Vanessa Tate

14:53 24 Jul 19

Ordered sushi and seafood, everything was super fresh and the dishes were incredibly interesting. Service was above and beyond. The outside space is beautiful if weather permits. Perfect date night place, even if a tad pricey, it's worth it.

J Juice

01:34 07 Jul 19

The food is great and the best thing is that the food is not salty. Wait staff is well trained and knowledgeable. Awesome ambiance!

J Root

15:06 25 May 19

All in all we were happy with Saltus.My only gripe was the teeny portion of crab soup and then the lack of actual crab - woefully disappointed for the $ spent.Now onto positive items.Mixed drinks were solid. Old fashioned and chili margarita.My Dorado was cooked perfectly and my sweetheart enjoyed her sushi.We'll be back... Just gonna pass on the crab soup.

Donna McGlynn

02:26 22 May 19

Food was fabulous and the waitress was kind and very knowledgeable. I gave it three stars because when I entered the restaurant at 4:45 to make reservation for that evening I was immediately told there were no times available. The host did not ask me how many people or what time I would like to come. So I left a little disappointed. My husband proceeded to enter the establishment 10 minutes later and was promptly given a reservation for 8 PM that evening no questions asked. I was very disappointed that this host would not offer me the table and it took my husband going in to get the table 10 minutes later.

Denise Berry

13:06 13 Mar 19

Best crab cake I have ever had. Soups were especially good. Going back tomorrow to try more deliciousness! Adding to this review after our second visit in as many days: I have tried shrimp & grits at countless restaurants over the years & now can say Saltus River Grill has, hands down, the best shrimp & grits of any place where I've ever tried them. They go light on the salt because the ingredients are so fresh, particularly the shrimp (also perfectly cooked), the chef can let the natural flavors shine.

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