News Summary
Barnacle Bill’s Seafood Market in Hilton Head is expanding with ‘Mullet’s,’ an ocean-to-table food truck set to open in spring 2024. Located behind the market, Mullet’s will offer fresh-catch seafood sandwiches prepared in various styles. The concept has gained initial approval from the town’s Design Review Board. Mullet’s aims to provide a casual, high-quality dining experience with special events, including a ‘blue crab day.’ The new venture further enhances Barnacle Bill’s reputation as a top seafood destination.
Hilton Head, SC – Barnacle Bill’s Seafood Market, a beloved institution known for its fresh seafood offerings, is set to expand its services with the launch of an ocean-to-table food truck named “Mullet’s” in the spring of 2024. The food truck will be conveniently located behind Barnacle Bill’s, catering to seafood lovers looking for a quick and delicious meal.
The concept for Mullet’s has received initial approval from the town’s Design Review Board, with final approval expected in December. Owner Greg Berkes aims to provide customers with fresh-catch seafood sandwiches that can be grilled, blackened, or fried. Mullet’s will operate daily from 11 AM to 8 PM and will feature a unique pavilion structure designed to resemble a boat, offering seating for around 15 customers.
In addition to providing seafood sandwiches, Mullet’s is planning special events, such as a “blue crab day,” where patrons can enjoy unlimited blue crab for a flat fee. The intention behind Mullet’s is to offer a casual yet high-quality seafood dining experience on Hilton Head.
Barnacle Bill’s Seafood Market has established itself as a top destination for fresh seafood in Hilton Head. Located on William Hilton Parkway between Folly Field Beach Rd and Shelter Cove, the market prides itself on a farm-to-table philosophy with no freezers in operation. It receives an impressive 16 fresh seafood deliveries each week, ensuring that customers have access to the best of what local waters have to offer, including varieties such as mahi mahi, grouper, flounder, swordfish, and red snapper.
Customers are encouraged to call ahead for specific fish requests, as the selection varies based on the daily catches made by local fishing boats. The market also offers a range of other seafood options, including local shrimp, fresh oysters, mussels, scallops, and clams. During the summer months, a fresh produce stand enhances customers’ culinary choices with additional ingredients.
Adjacent to Barnacle Bill’s are three existing food trucks: Euro Food Express, Jahmerican Jerk, and District 10 Coffee Co. Euro Food Express provides a diverse menu that includes grilled garlic shrimp, flounder, mahi mahi, chicken paprikash, and beef stew with pasta. Jahmerican Jerk specializes in Jamaican cuisine, featuring dishes such as jerk, curry, and brown stew chicken, along with seafood baskets. District 10 Coffee Co serves a variety of espresso drinks, including lattes and cappuccinos, from a trailer, operating Monday to Saturday from 7 AM to 2 PM.
The food truck area behind Barnacle Bill’s not only offers diverse food options but is also equipped with picnic tables, shade, and picturesque views of the marsh, enhancing the dining experience for guests. Mullet’s will add to this vibrant atmosphere, bringing a fresh approach to seafood dining in Hilton Head.
The community eagerly anticipates the opening of Mullet’s as it promises to complement the existing offerings at Barnacle Bill’s Seafood Market and serve the growing demand for high-quality, fresh seafood in a convenient format. As the opening date approaches in the spring of 2024, the plans for Mullet’s continue to unfold, ensuring that seafood enthusiasts will have one more reason to visit this popular destination.
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