All That Jazz!
If you like jazz in any or all of its configurations, boy do we have a surprise. In fact, first time visitors to the
Jazz Corner, tucked away in the Village at Wexford, are truly amazed. The talent is extraordinary and the food is superb. The bar is perfect. The staff couldn’t be friendlier.
Are we getting carried away? Not by a long shot. While on a visit, the legendary jazz piano great
John Bunch said, “I wish there was something like this in New York.”
The Jazz Corner was the brain child of Bob Masteller and Charlie Swift. A businessman, Charlie loved classical music and jazz.
There is not a bad seat in the house, er, restaurant. The intimate room is acoustically perfect. What’s more, the live entertainment comes with your meal. There is seldom a cover charge except on weekends when a marquee name or band comes to town, like when
Hotlanta comes to play or the Jazz Corner is raising money for the
Junior Jazz Foundation (JJF).
The Jazz Corner is, indeed, in a corner of The Village at Wexford. To get the exact location, visit the
Village at Wexford website. It’s just off William Hilton Parkway, one stoplight away from the Sea Pines traffic circle.
Oh, yes. It’s a good idea to make reservations. Call 843-842-8620 or visit the
website.
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Restaurant of the Month
We’re always asked where to find a good, “local” restaurant. That’s like asking a mother of five to pick out her favorite child. But the question is always asked, so we decided to begin our list in absolutely no order whatsoever and give you a, well ... heads up!
For our “local” restaurant(s) of the month, we’re going to suggest a trifecta at Palmetto Bay Marina: Captain Woody’s, Black Marlin and Palmetto Bay Sunrise Café.
The marina, which opened for business in 1959, can be seen on the right side of the Cross Island bridge as you cross over Broad Creek, heading to the south end of the island. At the stop light right off the bridge, get in the left lane and follow the signs. It can be a little tricky, but you’re going to love it when you arrive – about five minutes from the stoplight.
Captain Woody’s, open 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., is known for its fresh seafood, beer, patio dining and informal, fun atmosphere. For lunch, the Grouper Melt is a “must order” sandwich. While the serf and turf for dinner is just fine, we like all the different tastes of the seafood platter. Bring the lids. There’s a
children’s menu that includes PB&J sandwiches, hot dogs and shrimp. Definitely casual, definitely local.
Black Marlin used to be Hemingway’s until “Papa’s” family took his name back. The restaurant overlooks the marina and you can eat inside or out. Lunch starts at 11:30 a.m. and dinner at 5:00 p.m., with a great brunch Saturday and Sunday at 10:00 a.m. The
menu for lunch is huge. Try the seafood tacos. So is the dinner menu. Spoil yourself with the Lobster Bolognese. The Hurricane Bar is an outstanding place to just hang around.
Want a great breakfast? Try the Crab Benedict at The Sunrise Café. They are open Wednesday thru Monday (closed Tuesdays) and serve breakfast and lunch from 6am to 3pm. Sure, you can get pancakes and eggs, too. Checkout the
early bird special (early as in 6-8 a.m.). The place has become an institution.
There you go. Our pick(s) for March. Let us know what you think. Tell us your Hilton Head Island favorite.
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