Watusi Cafe
Hilton Head Island’s Neighborhood Cafe
Family-owned local restaurant offering a gourmet coffee bar and a diverse menu of healthy meals including gluten-free and vegetarian options. Enjoy deliciously crafted breakfast and lunch with a full compliment of deserts and spirits. We are proud to offer Certified Organic, Fair Trade Coffee from Dancing Goats.
Watusi Cafe
It is what it is.
Watusi strives to select the finest provisions and source quality fresh products from local South Carolina farmers. We use all natural meats, fresh fruits, and veggies. To lessen the impact on our environment by using gluten free hay straws, biodegradable plant based cups & lids, and sugar cane to-go containers.
Please Note: Watusi operates on a waitlist system and does not accept reservations.
To join the waitlist:
Search “Watusi Café” on Google
Open our business listing
Tap “Join the Waitlist”
If the waitlist shows 6 parties or fewer, you can usually be seated within about 15 minutes, so you should already be near the restaurant when joining.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
843.686.5200
71 Pope Avenue - Hilton Head Island
Marketplace & Coffee Bar
7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Daily
Café Kitchen
7:30 AM – 2:00 PM Daily
Breakfast and lunch served all day.
Eat Together
We are your neighborhood Hilton Head Island café where we make every guest feel completely at home.
Watusi's interior mirrors a warm, cozy living room where families and friends can gather and enjoy our food in a casual home-style setting.
Sit inside, or enjoy the warm Lowcountry sunshine on the Watusi patio, outfitted with umbrellas, an array of plants, and fans to create a cool breeze. Bring your pup and order something special from the pet-friendly patio menu.
What We Offer
Gluten-Free and Vegetarian Options
Indoor & Outdoor Seating
Walk-up Coffee Bar
Dog Friendly Patio (weather permitting)
Take-Out during select hours
Coffee Bar
71 Pope Avenue - Hilton Head
A grilled chicken sandwich with grilled vegetables, served with potato chips, a side of coleslaw, and a small salad on a red plate.
Salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, sliced prosciutto, grapes, and sesame seeds.
A plate with a sandwich, side salad, and a bowl of coleslaw, with a bottle of San Pellegrino sparkling water and a glass of water in the background.
A large orange Watusi mug of coffee.
Plate with biscuits and gravy, a glass of orange juice, and a green mug with travel-themed text on a granite countertop.
Three people standing on a dock beside a table with appetizers and fall decorations, in front of a white yacht and a colorful building.
Large bowl of Mexican salad with chopped chicken, avocado, tomatoes, boiled eggs, lettuce, shredded cheese, and tortilla chips, set outdoors with a glass of beer nearby.
A breakfast plate with eggs Benedict topped with hollandaise sauce, ham, and hash browns, served with a side of mixed berries and greens, along with a glass of orange juice and a mug of coffee topped with whipped cream and cinnamon.
A cozy restaurant with several groups of people dining at tables and the counter. The decor features patterned curtains, hanging lamps, and wall-mounted light fixtures. Large windows let in natural light.
Outdoor patio area with brown cushioned chairs and green plants, covered by beige umbrellas, with a building in the background.
Display shelves with decorative kitchenware, candles, and gift items in a store.
A woman with long blonde hair in a ponytail pouring milk into a cup at a coffee shop counter, surrounded by coffee machines and bottled alcohol on shelves in the background.
A yellow coffee mug with the word WATUSI and the phrase "It is what it is" printed on it, placed on a saucer. Next to it, an orange sign reads "It is what it is." in a cafe setting with tables and chairs in the background.
Interior of the restaurant
A black tea box containing various colorful tea bags including Honey Lemon, Ginger, Dancing Leaves, Assam Breakfast, Republic Chai, Earl Grey, Milk Oolong, and Decaf British Breakfast beside a yellow mug with the words "WAT U SI" and the phrase "It is what it is." Hilton Head Island.
Dog food display with two bags of Dr. Harvey's treats, a stainless steel bowl filled with dry dog food, and a menu card on a table.
A plate with potato chips, a small bowl of dip, a burrito with greens, and a beverage with lemon slice.
Two eggs Benedict with ham, spinach, and tomatoes on a white plate, topped with hollandaise sauce, served with a side of mixed greens. In the background, a glass of bloody mary with lime and pickle, and a bowl of mixed fruit including berries, melon, and pineapple.
Breakfast plate with two sunny-side-up eggs, crispy bacon, hash browns, and toast, with a side of shredded cheese and a glass of orange juice.