Hilton Head Island
Village at Wexford
30+ locally-owned specialty shops, restaurants, and live music in the heart of Hilton Head.
Our Take
The Village at Wexford is the most distinctly local shopping destination on Hilton Head Island. While Coligny Plaza caters to beach tourists and Tanger draws outlet shoppers from across the region, Wexford is where the island's year-round residents actually shop, eat, and spend their evenings. The 30+ merchants here are almost entirely locally owned — many have been on the island for 20 to 30 years.
The village is laid out like a true town square, with two fountains, shaded walkways, and a relaxed pace that encourages lingering. It sits right on the island's bike path at mile marker 10.5, so it's a natural stop for cyclists. Dogs are welcome everywhere outside, and the patios fill up on warm evenings with locals unwinding after work.
The Jazz Corner alone is worth the trip — live jazz nightly in a proper supper club setting. It's one of the few places on the island that feels genuinely sophisticated without being pretentious. If you're here on a Wednesday, Wine Down Wednesday turns the whole village into a social event.
Notable Shops & Restaurants
Jazz Corner
Live jazz nightly — one of the best music venues on the island.
Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse
All-you-can-eat churrascaria dining right in the village.
Ombra Cucina Rustica
Fine dining Italian in a relaxed, elegant setting.
Java Burrito Co.
Coffee lounge with live local musicians — a morning favorite.
Currents
Upscale women's boutique with resort and casual wear.
Olive Oil Outpost
Specialty olive oils and vinegars — a unique tasting experience.
Insider Tips
- →Arrive by bike — the village is at mile marker 10.5 on the island pathway system. Bike racks are near both fountains.
- →Wine Down Wednesday is a free community event — shops stay open late, restaurants offer specials, and the whole village comes alive.
- →The Jazz Corner requires reservations for dinner — book ahead, especially on weekends. Walk-ins can often get bar seating.
- →Hop the BreezeTrolley — it stops directly at the Village starting at 1pm daily, running until 10pm (midnight Fri–Sat).
- →Dogs are welcome on all patios and throughout the village grounds. Several merchants keep water bowls out front.
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Plan Your Visit
Located at the intersection of Hwy 278 and New Orleans Rd on Hilton Head's south end.