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Pictured: Main dining room on first floor. - Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana, Hilton Head Island, SC

Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana

4.8
4.8
5863 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 39 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
For over 20 years, Michael Anthony’s Cucina Italiana has been Hilton Head’s premier culinary destination, featuring award-winning regional Italian cuisine, impeccable service and warm hospitality. Our innovative culinary team prides itself on sourcing local fresh products and the finest imported ingredients. Menu choices include homemade pasta dishes, delectable veal, prime meats, fresh seafood and house-made desserts. We are also renowned for our extensive yet approachable wine list.
We invite you to enjoy a definitive dining experience amid an ambience that is at once modern, chic and welcoming. "Hilton Head Monthly" readers have voted Michael Anthony’s their “Favorite Fine Dining” restaurant offering their “Favorite Dessert Menu.”
Michael Anthony’s Cooking School pairs our chefs’ passion and creativity with weekly demonstration-style or hands-on classes. Here you will interact closely with our cooking staff.
Please call or visit our website for reservations and class schedule.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 785-6272
  • Website
    http://www.michael-anthonys.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual

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Experiences

  • Sips and Bites at the Bar

    US$29.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for our weekly small bites menu consisting of three dishes each expertly paired with wines from around the world. Please select a high top table or bar seat for the Sips & Bites menu.
    Sips and Bites at the Bar photo

  • Sommelier’s Special Selections

    Multiple dates available
    Extraordinary Wines at Extraordinary Prices* Reserve a table between 5:00PM and 5:30PM and enjoy a truly memorable meal featuring select high-end wines at concessionary prices, reflecting a 50% reduction from regular menu pricing. These carefully-curated bottles include Chardonnays, Merlots, Cabernets, Pinot Noirs, Amarones, Brunellos, Barolos, Barbarescos and Super Tuscans. We guarantee these wonderful wines will elevate your dining experience to a whole new level! *This experience is for regular dine-in service only, between 5:00PM and 5:30PM only, and all bottles must be opened tableside. Not available for takeout orders or retail purchases. Also not applicable during special events or other promotions.
    Sommelier’s Special Selections photo

  • Cooking Demonstration

    US$75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Our Demonstration Cooking Classes are presented classroom style, where you will watch the chef prepare his menu, providing step-by-step procedures and helpful hints for each dish. The class includes a welcome glass of Prosecco, a generous tasting of all the dishes prepared, a glass of wine and a recipe booklet to take home. Our classes are always fun and informative and the company is always congenial. All seats are assigned based on party size and in the order the reservation was received so we can accommodate everyone. https://www.michael-anthonys.com/cooking-school
    Cooking Demonstration photo

Menu

Offered at the BAR only from 5:00pm to 5:45pm, enjoy three small plates paired with three premium wines for $30.00. Menu changes weekly. Reservations are strongly suggested by calling the restaurant directly at 843.785.6272.

SIPS & BITES, Monday January 20th - Friday January 24th (Not available on Saturday January 25th)

  • Sausage and Parmigiano Stuffed Clams paired with Malabaila Langhe Favorita

    • Tagliatelle with Veal Ragu paired with Time Place Pinot Noir

      • Seared Duck Breast with an Amarena Cherry Glaze paired with Greenwing Cabernet Sauvignon

        Last updated: 21 January 2025

        What 5,863 people are saying

        Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

        Noise • Moderate

        Diners' Choice Awards

        • Hilton Head

          Great for fine wines

        • Hilton Head

          Romantic

        • Hilton Head

          Good for special occasions

        • Hilton Head

          Most Booked

        Review summary

        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
        Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana offers a memorable dining experience with "impeccable service," delicious Italian cuisine, and a warm, cozy atmosphere. Many patrons praise the "exceptional dining experience" and "outstanding specials," highlighting the restaurant's commitment to quality. It's a favorite for both locals and visitors, perfect for any special occasion.

        5,863 Reviews

        1. Sandy

          VIP

          Charleston

          37 reviews

          5.0

          37 reviews

          Dined 3 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          We LOVE eating here. We've eaten too many times to count. Typically we eat here 2-3 times during our stay on island. It never disappoints. We've enjoyed Juan, our waiter and have asked to be seated in his section several times.

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        2. Jim

          VIP

          Charlotte

          12 reviews

          5.0

          12 reviews

          Dined 3 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 4
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Wonderful evening shared with my wife as Michael Anthony's rolled back prices on their top menu items. The food, service and ambience were terrific!

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        3. Pat

          VIP

          Charleston

          31 reviews

          5.0

          31 reviews

          Dined 4 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          We took two couples that had only been once and both had their first experience upstairs and was hesitant on coming back. We assured them they would have a great experience and we were celebrating 23 years with you! You guys knocked it out of the park! After dessert, we took them over to the Marketplace and needless to say they were blown away with how cozy it is. Congrats on 23 years - here’s a toast to 23 more!

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        4. Catherine

          Charleston

          42 reviews

          5.0

          42 reviews

          Dined 4 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 4
          Always awesome! Food, drinks, service always at its best. THE BEST bolognese sauce! We’re locals and since it’s opening 23 years ago, it’s always been excellent. The ONLY thing I don’t like is the switching of olive oil to a tomato sauce for the bread. I know olive oil has gone up in price, but really….?

          1 person found this helpful

        5. Brad

          VIP

          San Francisco

          24 reviews

          5.0

          24 reviews

          Dined 4 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Food and service were great. We have dinner here 4-5 times a year and it’s consistently top-notch. Going back on Valentine’s Day.

          1 person found this helpful

        6. Jon

          VIP

          Charleston

          9 reviews

          5.0

          9 reviews

          Dined 4 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 4
          4. Ambience 5
          Another great dinner at Michael Anthony's. The Bolognese is one of the best I have had.

          1 person found this helpful

        7. Alex

          Portland

          8 reviews

          5.0

          8 reviews

          Dined 4 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          It's a wonderful dining place, remaining as fresh as when it opened.

          1 person found this helpful

        8. Michael

          VIP

          Coastal Georgia

          63 reviews

          5.0

          63 reviews

          Dined 5 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 4
          4. Ambience 5
          We participated in 23 for $23. All meals were excellent. Must give the person who called after we left that we invertly picked up a bag of leftovers that turned out to not be ours. They called to let us know that it contained shell fish since they knew my wife had an allergy. Ours was still available, if we wanted to return.

          1 person found this helpful

        9. RONALD

          VIP

          Charleston

          33 reviews

          5.0

          33 reviews

          Dined 6 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Our meals were delicious, and excellently prepared. Service was outstanding

          1 person found this helpful

        10. Robert

          New York City

          1 review

          5.0

          1 review

          Dined 6 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Great food. Good size portions. Pleasant and helpful staff always.

          1 person found this helpful

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        Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana is rated 4.8 stars by 5863 OpenTable diners.

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        2 people
        19:00
        Booked 39 times today
        Experiences are available.
        Google Map for Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana

        37 New Orleans Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

        Additional information

        • Area
          Hilton Head Island
        • Hours of Operation
          Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
        • Price
          $31 to $50
        • Cuisines
          Italian
        • Dining style
          Casual Elegant
        • Dress code
          Resort Casual
        • Parking details
          Private Lot
        • Payment Options
          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
        • Additional
          Gluten-free Options

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