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Gusto Ristorante, Hilton Head Island, SC

Gusto Ristorante

4.7
4.7
1815 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
20:30
Booked 14 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (843) 802-2424
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Giancarlo Balestra
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What 1,815 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Hilton Head

    Healthy

  • Hilton Head

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gusto Ristorante is a beloved Italian gem on Hilton Head Island, renowned for its warm atmosphere and "outstanding service" led by Antonio and the team. Guests rave about the "authentic Italian fare" and generous portions, making it a top choice for both locals and visitors. Despite occasional service hiccups, the "delicious food" and cozy ambiance consistently win over diners, ensuring memorable experiences with every visit.

1,815 Reviews
  1. Elaine

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Food and service. Homemade pasta dishes.

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  2. Kathryn

    VIP

    Charleston

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was very good. Food was OK; not memorable.

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  3. Sandee

    Charleston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was impeccable. The food delicious. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone.

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  4. Steve

    VIP

    Charleston

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service, wine, atmosphere, and garlic bread the best.

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  5. Richard

    Orlando

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food with professional and very pleasant service.

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  6. Paul

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, we had a wonderful experience. Food was great, as well as, the atmosphere. We drive from Georgia to eat here frequently.

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  7. Pam

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely magnificent. Always. The atmosphere, the service, the food.

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  8. laura

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Service. Grea food!!! It's always a warm, cozy place for a great Italian meal.

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  9. Ron

    Charleston

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Quaint little restaurant, nothing fancy. Overpriced with the dishes. Insufficient food selections if you are allergic to shellfish, fish, mushrooms or sesame seed/oil. Online menu is not updated with the menu in the restaurant, which it should be. Disappointed! We will not return to this restaurant.

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  10. PaulK

    VIP

    Charleston

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We absolutely love Gustos! Everything about this restaurant is first class. Antonio and his staff are awesome. We love the decor and the food is outstanding. This is one of our favorites and as residents of Hilton Head we have a lot of great restaurants to choose from.

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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 4.7 stars by 1815 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
20:30
Booked 14 times today

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Google Map for Gusto Ristorante

430 William Hilton Pkwy, Suite #301 Sea Turtle Marketplace, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    North Island - highway 278 and Mathews Drive
  • Area
    Hilton Head
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Dining Bar, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Giancarlo Balestra
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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