Going out to eat on vacation should be as much about the experience as it is about the food. Hilton Head’s idyllic landscape is made up of story tale worthy Spanish moss trees and century old oaks all serving as the backdrop to a gorgeous South Carolina beach. A number of restaurants in Hilton Head provide views of both the stunning beaches and the lush wetlands.

Pair a delicious glass of crisp white wine with a gorgeous view and some fresh local seafood on your next trip to the island. Here are some of our favorite meals with a view on Hilton Head Island:

1. Old Fort Pub

Eat al fresco on the patio and enjoy an enchanting evening of great eats and stunning sunsets at Old Fort Pub. Sample contemporary American fare with a Southern twist, along with friendly service. Try the wild mushroom bruschetta or the house cured salmon Gravlax to start. For the main course consider the Tanglewood Farms chicken with Thai red curry, pineapple confit, candied ginger, and black sushi rice.

2. Old Oyster Factory Restaurant

Located on Broad Creek, the Old Oyster Factory Restaurant is fun for the whole family. Sample the best in seafood and steak while enjoying a stunning Low Country marsh view. Start out with the eschargot puff or the steamed clams. For the main course, sample delicious treats like the almond crusted mahi mahi with a red wine demi glaze or the seafood pasta with shrimp, scallops, and clams.

3. Hudson’s on the Docks

With endless views of Port Royal Sound, Hudson's is an experience like no other. Hudson's actually employs one of the largest fishing fleets in the area for its restaurant, which means it's serving up some of the freshest seafood around. Come in for lunch or dinner and try some of the freshest oysters around or the Hudson's shrimp salad. Also consider the Angus steaks and Claxton chicken.

4. Skull Creek Boathouse

It's one of Hilton Head's newest waterfront destination restaurants. Skull Creek boasts delicious eats, great views, and a fun atmosphere. Indulge in the freshest seafood at the raw bar or a host of other seafood specialties.

Get things started with the fresh peel and eat shrimp or the oysters "Rocket"feller. For the main course consider a "Seafood Throwdown" with snow crab legs and shrimp or maybe mussels, lobster, and little neck clams.

5. The Studio

The Studio allows you to feast your eyes on the gallery that adorns the walls at this Hilton Head destination. The Studio in Hilton Head is more than just a restaurant, it's an experience. It will entice all your senses while you dine. It inspires creativity. Try the spicy green curry mussels or the grilled shrimp Tahini to start. For the main course, consider the grilled shrimp and local flounder pad Thai or the Maryland crab cake with remoulade sauce.