Sage Room

The Sage Room is unlike any other restaurant on Hilton Head — the kitchen is literally in the center of the dining room, and the chef's table puts you front-row to the culinary action. White tablecloths, dim lighting, a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list, and dishes that genuinely hit hard.

This is the spot for a special occasion. Anniversary dinner, birthday splurge, impressing someone who needs impressing. The Champagne Poached Scallops are the kind of dish you think about for weeks after. The Truffled BBQ Braised Beef Short Ribs sound like they shouldn't work and absolutely do. And the Grand Marnier Caramelized Strawberries for dessert are the right call every time.

Book ahead. This one fills up, especially on weekends. Dress appropriately — this is a proper fine dining experience.