Piatti — Restaurant in Hilton Head Island

A very disappointing and, sadly, expensive dining experience. Went based on reviews and the promise of homemade pasta. I knew we were in trouble when our Caesar salad and calamari appetizer came out in less than 5 minutes after we ordered. Don't believe the reviewer's comments about atmosphere - it is not cozy or attractive; it is tired. Pros: fresh made pasta and sauces. Bread okay; didn't taste any garlic in the "garlic" butter. Cons: The only thing fresh was the pasta. The Caesar salad came from a bag and utterly drenched in dressing - terrible. Calamari is described as "flour dusted" indicating a light crust. It was institutional foods frozen calamari rings with a standard coating - every ring basically the same size. Reminded me of Burger King onion rings. Not fresh, not lightly dusted, not good. The shrimp in the shrimp aglio were frozen, not fresh and not only had a rubbery texture but also the shells had not been removed.

Bottom line - too many other Italian restaurants in HH where you will get a great meal for $160 or less (for two - one bottle of wine) than Piatti. Will not...

Exquisite Dining Experience at Piatti’s Italian Restaurant

My husband and I had an unforgettable dining experience at Piatti’s Italian Restaurant on Hilton Head Island. From the warm, rustic ambiance to the impeccable service, every detail was perfection. Our server’s recommendations were spot-on, making us feel like VIPs.

The food was a culinary masterpiece. We started with the fresh, flavorful bruschetta, followed by the Seafood Fra Diavolo for me and the Filetto di Manzo for my husband. Each dish was cooked to perfection, bursting with rich, savory flavors. The grand finale was the Tiramisu — light, creamy, and absolutely divine.

Piatti’s exceeded every expectation. It wasn’t just a meal; it was an experience we’ll cherish. If you’re looking for authentic Italian cuisine on Hilton Head Island, this is the place to be. We can’t...

Piatti was an outstanding choice to celebrate my retirement with our family of 17! Everything from the service, location, menu choices, bottles of wine, and our delicious meals was beyond our expectations. If you haven't tried Piatti's, you must. The food was obviously made from scratch using quality ingredients. I wish I took pictures of our meal selections. We began by ordering appetizers of fried calamari and a few of us ordered salads. As far as entrees, a couple of us tried different types of house made ravioli, the Rigatoni Cantadina, the pasta with pesto and chicken, eggplant parmesan and the traditional spaghetti with meatballs. Every one of us raved about the food! It is difficult to serve this many meals at the same time, piping hot. This small restaurant successfully did this! We were so impressed. Oh, and the...