Fishcamp Waterfront Dining

Fishcamp Waterfront Dining: seafood and classic American cuisine on the waterfront in South Carolina

Fishcamp Waterfront Dining is a restaurant with two locations in South Carolina, both situated on the waterfront. The first, Fishcamp on Broad Creek, opened in 2016 on Hilton Head Island after the restoration of the original Simmons Fishing Camp building. The second, Fishcamp on 11th Street, opened in 2018 in Port Royal, overlooking Battery Creek. The business was envisioned by the Reilley and Simmons families as a place where neighbors could gather to share meals, laughter, stories, and life.

Two waterfront locations

Fishcamp on Broad Creek is located on Hilton Head Island, in a building that was part of the Simmons Fishing Camp and whose history dates back to Gullah culture. Fishcamp on 11th Street is in Port Royal, facing the 11th Street docks, a harbor area with a tradition of shrimp boats and swordfish fishermen. The company notes that both locations offer breathtaking views and keep alive the family spirit of their origins.

Dining offerings

The restaurant's menu combines fresh seafood with classic American flavors in a waterfront setting. The menu includes everything from oysters to steaks, according to the establishment's own description. The restaurant presents itself as a place to relax, dine, and enjoy.

Events and entertainment

Both locations host weekly entertainment and a variety of special events. They also offer the possibility of hosting private waterfront events, for which inquiries can be sent through their website. They also sell gift cards to give to friends or family.

History and tradition at Broad Creek

The history of the Fishcamp on Broad Creek site dates back to the early decades of the 20th century. Until the late 1920s, sailboats were the primary means of transportation to and from the island. Mr. Simmons piloted sailboats and later acquired the first locally owned motorboat, which allowed islanders to make three weekly trips to Savannah instead of one. Known as "Cap'n Charlie," he spent much of his life at sea transporting goods and people between Hilton Head and the mainland before a bridge connected the island in 1956. He transported beans, watermelons, shrimp, oysters, crabs, cows, and chickens to the Savannah market, and also took students to school and midwives to births. Much of what the island natives needed and did not grow could be purchased at one of the two general stores Mr. Simmons owned, including kerosene for lamps before electricity. When someone asked for an item he didn't have, he would get it for the next day.

History and tradition in Port Royal

The Fishcamp on 11th Street location overlooks the docks and embraces the history of Port Royal, a rich narrative of shrimp boats, family tradition, and the tides of changing industries. The Port of Port Royal and the 11th Street docks have a vast and varied past that spans from railroads to military battles, and from oystering to the legendary shrimping industry. Today, these docks continue to provide a safe harbor for local shrimpers and swordfish boat captains. The shrimping fleet has become a small group of men and women dedicated to their craft, who face the challenges of this way of life, and the restaurant declares its pride in supporting them. Fishcamp on 11th Street keeps that tradition alive by offering local seafood and great service, in a setting that invites you to sit back, relax, and enjoy the Lowcountry lifestyle.

Reservations and contact

The restaurant manages reservations through its website and also allows general or press inquiries via an online form. For large group reservations, the site indicates that you can book online or call the restaurant directly. The company offers an email newsletter for those who wish to receive updates.