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Gusto Ristorante, Hilton Head Island, SC

Gusto Ristorante

4.6
4.6
1859 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Gusto Ristorante is a Northern Italian restaurant with a touch of the South at the Sea Turtle Marketplace in Hilton Head Island.
The executive chef and owner Giancarlo Balestra with his wife Nancy bring the vibrant flavors of his native hometown of Rome, Italy to Hilton Head. The couple who met in Rome 28 years ago discovered their shared passion for food and adventure and have since owned and operated restaurants in Aspen, Co, Winter Park, Fla and Saratoga Springs, NY. They fell in love with Hilton Head and decided to jump into this new exciting culinary adventure, hence the name Gusto, which means flavor and taste in Italian but also means a zest and enthusiasm for a delicious taste of life. The restaurant has a full bar, extensive wine list.
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What 1,859 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Hilton Head

    Child-friendly

  • Hilton Head

    Good for groups

  • Hilton Head

    Healthy

Review summary

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Gusto Ristorante delivers the charm of authentic Italian cuisine in Hilton Head Island. Guests rave about the "amazing food and service," with standout dishes like "the best bruschetta on the island" and "fantastic chicken parm." The warm, family-like atmosphere and "outstanding service" from Antonio and the team ensure a memorable dining experience.

1,859 Reviews
  1. dorothy VIP

    Pittsburgh96 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    tables are so tiny there is not adequate room for food

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  2. Denis

    San Francisco13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Served hot. Just the right amount of attention from our waiter.

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  3. Charles

    Charleston16 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We have had mixed experiences when eating at this restaurant the few times we’ve visited. Tonight will likely be our last visit. My wife had chicken piccata and I had chicken marsala. The portions were good as was the mashed potatoes and vegetables. It would have been helpful to have a steak knife for the chicken breast even though it was slices relatively thin. Seemed to have been poached. Very disappointing today I’m afraid.

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  4. William VIP

    Atlanta11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful restaurant with great food and an owner and staff are as friendly and helpful as you can find. Pricing is also reasonable. Can’t wait to return.

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  5. Steve VIP

    Charleston39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service, staff, and ambience…..Antonio the best….good singer too

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  6. Noreen

    Cleveland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 24 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always come back to Gusto’s when we are on Hilton Head Island! Great food, service and prices!

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  7. david VIP

    Washington DC67 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about this restaurant is first class. We were greeted warmly, service was awesome and the drinks and food were amazing! we had the calamari piastra appetizer, oh my goodness, and two specials pork Milanese and blue crab ravioli with shrimp and Vodka sauce. Both were amazing! Why haven't we been here before?! We will be back! Great experience!

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  8. Ashley

    Atlanta6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Too many people crammed into a small space. We were right next to other people. We might as well be sitting together. There was no privacy. The appetizers were overpriced. The amount of calamari was laughable for the price. However, the entrees were good and the service was great.

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  9. Karen

    New York City90 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Was very busy as it is presidents weekend. Our food was delicious but overall crowded atmosphere of restaurant detracted from experience. We have been here many times and restaurant was crowded. Seemed like there were extra tables stuffed in the room and service suffered. Will be back …food is always good and service as well. Just an off weekend I assume

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  10. Ashley

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing service was top notch. Noise was moderate but it was Valentine’s Day and expected with how busy they were. Loved everything only wish I had room for dessert!

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FAQs

Gusto Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 802-2424.

Gusto Ristorante is rated 4.6 stars by 1859 OpenTable diners.

Gusto Ristorante does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
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430 William Hilton Pkwy, Suite #301 Sea Turtle Marketplace, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

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  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Dining Bar, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Giancarlo Balestra
  • Delivery & takeout
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