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Hudson's Seafood House on the Docks

The dog-friendly Hudson's Seafood House on the Docks in Hilton Head Island, SC serves fresh local seafood in a bright, lively atmosphere that welcomes dogs at outside tables. Hungry patrons can feast on an array of dinner delicacies such as steamed oysters, snow crab legs, New England clam chowder, escargot, coconut shrimp, grilled Atlantic salmon, twin cold water lobster tails, stuffed flounder, almond crusted grouper, filet mignon, southern fried chicken tenders, and for dessert, key lime pie and hot fudge sundaes. Visit Website

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Hudson's Seafood House on the Docks has received a rating of 4.3 out of 5 bones by 14 canine critics on BringFido and 4.5 out of 5 by 5,960 guests on TripAdvisor.

  • Sara
    Oct 3, 2023
    Beautiful location and great food!

    The location is beautiful! Be prepared for a wait! We went off season in October and it was an hour wait for dinner. They seat in order not by the number in your party. They are good with dogs. The high tops are by the bar and there are regular tables to sit at and those are for the long wait. Our server was awesome we have a very nervous dalmatian who he tried very hard to make friends with, even asking him what he wanted for dinner (if he liked broccoli 🥦 with his chicken and if the chicken should have no seasoning on it and not cooked in butter or oils. Kudos to that!! He knew how close he could push getting to the dog with out freaking him out and stood and talked to us at the table and tried to make friends and learn his story. I can't speak for all of them but I watched a lot of the staff walk by and smile and wave at our boy. Like I said be prepared for a wait it's a popular place but well worth it

  • Lindsay
    Jul 4, 2022
    Fun place but touristy

    We sat out on the patio mid afternoon. We were told during peak hours that there normally is a wait. We felt like it was a tourist place with the service we were given and the food was so so. It was dog friendly with a good view though.

  • Melissa
    May 31, 2022
    Great water views, great food, lots of puppy love!

    We arrived without reservations and sat at the outdoor waterfront bar for lunch (it was raining and the bar was the driest spot). The bar staff was super friendly and pleasant. Our drinks were strong and delicious (BlackBerry mojitos). We enjoyed the fresh shrimp, scallops, clams, oysters, and fried green tomatoes. They treated our pup like a celebrity with fresh water and so much love💞. We will definitely visit here again!

  • Scott
    May 6, 2022
    Not All Waitresses Have Pet Awareness

    Definitely puppy friendly. Our waitress was only human aware, but there were a few others that offered water and were puppy friendly. No wait for Friday lunch. Beer battered fish was OK. Blackened shrimp was great.

  • Sara
    Mar 31, 2022
    Dog friendly, great food, strong drinks

    the food was great, the drinks were strong, and the staff made sure our pup felt welcome. It does get very busy, so you may want to call ahead. we ended up grabbing a seat at the bar, but we had a great time!

  • Nicole
    Sep 9, 2021
    Dog friendly and delicious

    The seafood is fresh and delish! You have to try it. View from deck is nice. This was our best meal by far in Hilton Head. Wait staff and owner are very friendly and service was excellent.

  • Heather
    Aug 15, 2021
    Great location!

    Great location on the water. Large back deck with plenty of dog friendly seating. Waiter brought a personal tub of icy water for each dog.

  • Magen
    May 3, 2021
    Sustainable local seafood

    Great local seafood with an efficience on sustainability! Big open patio on the dock with table umbrellas at each high top. Very friendly staff who gave our pup lots of attention. Great food

  • Suzanne
    Sep 15, 2019
    Fun place with pup!

    Great atmosphere on water, especially at sunset. We enjoyed seeing dolphins. Food was good; but shrimp and grits was just ok.

  • Erin
    Aug 22, 2019
    Great Spot For Fido!

    Dogs are welcome on the deck! It’s a happening spot. They will bring your pup a bucket of ice water! In regards to the last reviewer who didn’t even eat at Hudson’s... 1. They never take reservations so he is mistaken there which makes me question the authenticity of his review. 2. Yes, dogs are only allowed outside and the seats are barstool height!

  • Andy
    Jul 8, 2019
    Reservations? Check First

    We made a reservation and explicity said we had a dog. When we arrived we were told the tables where a dog could be were the "high top" tables and they were a first come, first served" basis. The restaurant was very busy and it was anybody's guess as to how long it might take to get a table. A table that would not be comfortable for us or for your pup. We left so I won't comment on the food and we won't be returning and nor would I recommend the restaurant with this policy.

  • Tammy
    Jun 2, 2019
    Touristy, Crowded, Okay

    Very crowded, even on a chilly evening. Long waits for seating. High tops for dog seating, which is not ideal. Staff tries, but is completely overwhelmed. Food is decent. Drinks are decent. Not all it’s cracked up to be and a bit ostracizing for pup. Very popular with tourists. Seating is on the dock, where you can see docked shrimp boats. Famous free hush puppies are nice during your waits for service while seated, but very greasy on the tummy. Dogs can get water if you ask, when and if you can get access to a server.

  • Erika
    Jan 3, 2019
    Great Atmosphere And Food

    Stopped here on our post holiday mini vacay. Came for lunch on a Saturday. It wasn’t too busy(end of December) so we had no problems finding a table by the water. Our waiter was awesome and kind. He brought water out for Cash, a bowl of Hushpuppies and went over their daily specials. Hubby had fresh local peel-n-eat shrimp and I had the blackened shrimp. The Hushpuppies are some of the best I have ever eaten. The blackened shrimp was awesome and hubby said his shrimp were awesome as well. This is definitely one to put on your list.

  • Michelle
    More than a year ago
    Super yummy and very pup friendly!

    We went here on our Anniversary trip 2 years ago and loved it so much we plan on it being our first food stop on HHI for our upcoming anniversary trip. Great service, ocean to plate seafood and they’re very welcoming if our 2 shihtzu; providing them with cold water and ear scratches. Can’t wait to go back! Best crab cakes, oysters, shrimp, fish and the list goes on. We stay a while and leave absolutely stuffed. Good cocktails well. Highly recommended!

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