Blacksheep x Sabbatical

This lovely little restaurant is a gift to the Beaufort community. All ingredients are fresh and high quality. The menu is limited, but there are daily specials and every dish we tried was absolutely amazing. No wait time when we were there, and staff was friendly and glad to answer questions. By the way, loved the Lyre Almafi Spritz mocktail.

Best lunch in the Low Country! My husband and I have been wanting to try BLACKSHEEP for so long - it was totally worth the wait! The space is totally inviting and we felt like we were on vacation. The menu items are unique, thoughtful and delicious. The Chef & owners are super creative. We can’t wait to go back! Please follow my sandwich Instagram @thesanwichmaven

Love the revamp of Black Sheep! It's such a cute spot with plenty of parking behind the building on Boundary Street. It's the perfect place to grab a quality lunch to enjoy in the cute restaurant or take away to the beach, work or a relaxing afternoon at home. Now, about the food. I got more than we needed but couldn't resist the offerings. The Cantaloupe and Crab soup was cold, creamy and delicious. It had a perfect amount of summertime sweetness from the crab and the melon. This one was hard to share with my husband but I did it. I could eat it everyday all summer. Hubs had the Mortadella sandwich and I had the Italian Cold Cuts. Both were amazing. The bread was crispy outside and tender inside. The meats are very fresh and high quality. And the vinaigrette... well let's just say I could put that on everything. We also tried the Butterbean "pasta" salad with vinaigrette, salami, pepperoni, mozzarella, and cucumber. Holy smokes it was delicious. A nice change from standard pasta, especially in the south in the summer. It weirdly(in a good way) reminded me of childhood summers on my grandparents farm. Of course there is wine and I had a very tasty, "lunchtime perfect" glass of Souleil Piquepoul while I waited for my to go order. It was yummy. I probably would have gotten a bottle but had already picked out 2 others. The wine selection is really well curated and prices are very fair. The owners are so kind and are genuinely interested in their customers. Easy to talk to, obviously care about your experience and are extremely knowledgeable. The menu changes regularly and I love that! In this small town it's so great to have a place that is always progressing and innovating.

A big city meal in a great southern town! Tough to get in here but worth the wait! This is far more than a restaurant, its the food fusion and vision Chef Matt presents to you in his 6 option, 3 course dinner he serves Wed thru Sat. I don’t think I’ve ever seen the combinations and presentations of food he alone prepares. Everything was just delicious! As suggested my wife and I had different courses on each of the three options. I loved the combination of flavors that were Matts vision of what he wants to serve. This is food tasting at its best! Two desert option topped the night and their wine parings for each course and their wine selection were as great as the food! The floor of 18 seats was well managed by Krista. Servings were presented by Matt and Krista and each ingredient was explained by both of them. Dinner here is a lesson in food and flavors!! Some advice…It’s hard to get in here but worth the effort. Be on your computer (not phone) at exactly 8am on the 1st Tuesday of the month to book the next month. Have CC, email, phone number and go for it! Be on time as my experience is most tables are taken by 8:10 am. At 77 I’m proud of myself as the room was full of young foodies!! Enjoy!

“Hidden” gem in Beaufort. Chef takes the time to make every dish beyond expectations. The raw beef is the best tartare I’ve had and the spicy gnocchi should be illegal it’s so addictive. Who knew chocolate and olive oil were a match made in heaven.

An amazing dining experience! Each dish was prepared with such creativity and care. I had the suggested wine pairing for each course. Between my husband and me, we tasted every single dish on the menu, and I can't wait to do that again.

Fantastic food in a great setting with great service. We ordered everything on the menu(7 items) and they were all really delicious. The octopus was so tender, not rubbery at all. One of the best meals I have enjoyed anywhere near here. Matt is very friendly and he and our server explained the dishes very well.

My daughter and I just enjoyed dinner at Black Sheep's soft opening night. If you like delicious, eclectic food, you will LOVE this place. The atmosphere is casual yet upscale and friendly and the food is amazing. Favorites: caramel braised pork, chicken liver mousse with sherry, fingerling potatoes with homemade french onion "dip," a refreshingly unique gazpacho soup. And for dessert -- the most amazingly decadent chocolate orange ganache cake we have ever tasted. MELTS IN YOUR MOUTH. [All tables are spaced out for social distancing]. Thanks, Chef Matt!

A culinary treat. Do yourself a favor and book the reservation. Every bite was fantastic. Matt is a master of his craft.

All the hoopla involved to get a seat at Blacksheep is worth it. I've been twice and each time I'm amazed at the creativity and precision with which these meals are executed with just a two-person team. It's hard to describe the flavors. Some you may question if they even go together but when you taste it you understand. From the variation in proteins and vegetables and sauces and cooking techniques, you go on a true culinary journey the entire time. The restaurant is small but cozy and inviting and meals are served promptly, one course after the other. Easily the best meals I've had in Beaufort ever. Period. And for $60/person, you can not beat this quality...anywhere near here! Set your alarm for the first Tuesday of the month at 8am, be sure to have a specific date in mind, book your reservation and be patient until the next month. Believe me, it's worth it!

If you appreciate amazing food this is the place for you. I've been to some high end restaurants and this beat them out. The chef knows what he's doing with flavors, and I loved when he brought them out himself, described the plates and told us the best way to eat them. They were also beautifully plated. Reservations are only once a month but if you check their instagram stories they'll post cancellations. That's how I was able to get one and I'm so glad! Prices are on the website, but expect 3 courses. Definitely recommend getting one of everything. Will be returning!

Small restaurant but the chef and his wife are a great working team. Flavor profile and ingredients creative and very tasty. Will be back when down here. Beware be fast and first when grabbing a reservation. Hard to get!!!

Had the opportunity to go this past Friday night . Was looking forward to the experience, it did not disappoint. We had excellent service and the food lived up to our expectations. The explanation of how to pair the dishes was appreciated and added to the experience. The items our table ordered were from start to finish ( simply put) excellent. You can tell the Chef is dedicated to having his clients experience great combinations of perfectly prepared dishes ! This was in my opinion was of the finest meal's I've had . Highly recommend you visit , only if you actually enjoy food on another level !

I don't know what else to say other than this was the best meal I've had in a REALLY long time. Fixed price (currently $60 per person) with drinks, dessert and coffee etc extra. It seemed like a bargain with the amount of food that was served. Four courses with two choices per person, it was an easy decision to simply get both choices and share so we could try everything. Reservations are extremely difficult to come by, but check their Instagram account for booking dates for the following month and info on any cancellations. The bar is always open as well but with limited seating and doesn't always serve items from the full menu. The husband and wife team were great at not only serving the food in a timely manner but explaining each dish. Truly a special experience all around.

Food is amazing and so unique! Unique flavors put together are amazing! Up close and personal experience with food prep.

Matt and Krista have created an atmosphere and selection of cuisine that would be hard to beat in even a big city. 2 in our group and we tried all 6 options and just split them at the table, At first I thought how is this going to fill us up, but Krista assured me it would, and she was 100% correct. The menu is eclectic but in a simple satisfying way with enormous flavor and care to staying true to fresh ingredients and a wood burning oven for all the food we had. Do not miss out on by far the best food we had while in Beaufort!

This place is so overrated! Yes the food was decent but way overpriced. $180 bill and we both had water! Here are the reasons for 1 star: Not very clean, bathroom was gross, clothes piled up on windowsill, rude chef and server was fake - they don't care about you. Server brought Entree out knowing I was in the restroom. Because they describe each course, she couldn't wait for me. The chairs are uncomfortable and the whole place is outdated. They hate kids. No iced tea. They don't like it if you don't "share" your courses. Pork belly was hard as a rock. Coffee was the worst I've ever had! Picture of clown on the wall sums it all up - this place is a joke!

The true definition of a hidden gem in beaufort county the chef does an impeccable job at providing a unique dinning experience the quality of food is exceptional would highly recommend everyone reading this to make a reservation.

Wow, just wow. After sampling some of the dishes, I told Matt, the owner and chef, that I was so happy I wanted to cry. He said "don't start, or I will too." I cannot stress how much this area needed a place like Blacksheep - small, focused, friendly, unpretentious with an incredibly diverse menu all prepared by Matt using only the freshest most seasonal ingredients. Dining out in Beaufort has become a mundane and boring undertaking. No matter whether it's fine dining or casual, the offerings are dull, similar in scope and ingredients and often executed with no consistency. Not here. The attention to detail is superb. The preparations are so creative and adventurous that dining here truly becomes a culinary dive into a luscious pool of artistry, unique flavors, ingredients, and combinations. We loved that there were only eight savory menu options and two desserts. Matt mentioned that the menu will change weekly. WHAT? A revolutionary idea in the Beaufort cooking scene, and a reason to come back time and time again. The pricing is reasonable, $40 price fix for three choices off the menu. Often times, the portions tend to be quite small in venues following this system, but not at The Blacksheep. We followed the advice on their website and decided to order six different items so we could sample as much of the menu as possible. My partner started with a curried crab, toasted coconut, sweet corn soup with lime and popcorn. I ventured for the monkfish, raw, with citrus, sweet peppers, green cilantro oil and radish. Matt delivered our dishes and explained each one. A great touch. With each bite, our eyes became like saucers, as the incredible flavor profile of each plate was a surprising and welcome blend of ingredients. The pool of citrus sauce consisted of orange, lemon and lime. Somehow my palate could distinguish each of the fruits and delivered the perfect balance of tart and sweet. Combined with the other ingredients, the fresh delicate monkfish shined. The soup base was like silk, but when mixed with the other add ons became an interesting juxtaposition of creamy and crunch. Our next selections included a mushroom Parmesan fondue with sourdough toast and thyme, creamed corn, squash, zucchini, basil vinaigrette and smoked almonds, two meaty pork ribs with baked beans, pickled peaches, and pickled peach mustard, ranch spiced yogurt chicken thigh with celery salad and chili oil and finally, a chocolate pot de creme with coffee beans and cream. I could write an essay about the interesting and unique flavor combinations and the incredible attention to detail that was given to every component of a dish, but my review would go on and on. Suffice to say, that this is one of the best meals we have enjoyed in a very long time, and this place is a jewel in an otherwise tarnished crown of local dining choices. And we cannot wait to go back! Thank you Matt and Krista for giving us such a great culinary adventure!

My wife and I have tried two of their menus so far and both time all we can say is WOW. As a self proclaimed foodie this is not just a place to have a meal but to have a dinning experience. The ingredients are second to none. #LowcountryCajun

My husband took me here for our Anniversary dinner and it was fantastic! It's is the Best place we have eaten at since we moved down to here. Chef Matt gave us an outstanding meal as well as an amazing experience. The dishes were created by a chef that cares about his food and you can tell he puts his heart and soul into it. We recommend getting one of everything and sharing! You will not be disappointed with anything! Thank you Chef for an amazing time and we will definitely be back!

One of the best meals of my life! Interesting concept: guests pay $40 and choose three items from a constantly changing, incredibly creative menu full of locally sourced ingredients. Attentive service; the chef stopped by each table several times during the evening to discuss the good. Lovely small dining room. I will makes another trip to Beaufort just to dine here!

This was not just a meal but an experience! And we left so satisfied. The chef personally creates and makes each meal. This was a romantic spot that felt like you were in a living room or an intimate cafe. Loved every minute! We want to keep going back!

Making me want more! Chef inspired dishes, and you what to get to know this chef... I can't even get into how phenomenal this dinner was with words... We will forever be on the incase someone cancels list!

This is the BEST RESTAURANT in the Lowcountry & state of SC!!! Matt & Krista provide top notch excellent food and even better dining service. They are passionate about great food and ensuring their customers have the best dining experience. Do yourself a favor and call to make a reservation!

Creative, innovative and delicious food that is beautifully presented. Try everything on the menu if you can.

This place serves a mix of dishes - kinda like tapas but not really. Each person gets to choose 3 out of 7 on offer. My mom and I went and couldn't decide so we got all 7. It was very filling and 6 would have been ample. The wine list is short but good (we did not go for the reserve wine list because I am a cheapie) and had selections that would pair well with a variety of foods. They had some local brews on offer too. The seven dishes were a mix of flavors. They were all amazing. The cauliflower soup was my favorite. Like all tasting menu places, this restaurant caters to at least slightly adventurous foodies but there was nothing wildly out there and the chef has an amazing palate and the talent to match so most diners will be very happy. Maybe don't bring that guy who pours a bottle of ketchup on everything. There were two desserts that sounded promising but we were stuffed. It's a small place. Ambience is rustic hipster chic with Edison bulbs and wood tables. Fancy enough for a special occasion but you'd feel fine in jeans. Service was amazing. They are very responsive to emails so that is probably how I would book a reservation. This place is small so you want to reserve a table early and often. Parking in the back - it's a small lot so carpool when you can.

Absolutely fantastic experience. I'm an adventurous eater, and always look forward to a different experience. While looking at the menu, I thought, "no way, these flavors are going to taste good together?" And as I ate the food, all of the different flavors in each dish came together so perfectly, yet distinctly. I could taste each ingredient, but also enjoy the dish as a whole. Price is beyond reasonable. Honestly I don't even want to try other places, this is my new go-to for Beaufort!

Tough to get a reservation but worth it. Plan on $100 per person if you have drinks and desert. Try it all and share the courses. Flavors will blow your mind. It's a Beaufort gem!

This place is fantastic. The chef is very very talented. Reservations are tricky but worth the wait and work. Run to this restaurant do not walk. You will not be disappointed. Portion size was excellent, price points a very good and service was superb just a fantastic experience

One of the best meals I've ever had! The experience from beginning to end was simply wonderful, and we'll definitely be coming back very soon!

Coming from Nashville which is a foodie paradise, I was worried that we would not be able to find a restaurant here in Beaufort where a chef could express him/herself as an artist paints a canvas. BLACKSHEEP did not disappoint! The chef took great pains in creating a menu that not only was amazing in taste, but reflected the history of Beaufort. The only sad part of our dinner was when it ended. We will be back!!

Loved everything about this place! Tiny, quaint, organized seating and schedule ensures single chef can prepare everything in a timely manner. He clearly cares about his craft. Food was amazing and service on point. Highly recommend! Menu changes every 2 weeks.

There are many different ways to categorize a restaurant, but Blacksheep on Boundary exceeds them all. The fabulous flavors, the wonderful personal care given to each table, great wines - died and gone to heaven good! Matt and Krista do a extraordinary job of putting you the diner first, Matt's creativity in the kitchen is far above anywhere I've ever dined, EXQUISITE DINING is at Blacksheep..

So glad Matt followed that tiny little light he writes about. His cooking is sensational and leads you off the beaten path to wonderful and unexpected creations. His and Krista's carefully choreographed service is also quite something to behold. Wish I could be lucky enough to have tried the other 22 menus.

An amazing culinary experience, with very personalized service. If you want something outside the box, this is the place. Limited and staggered seating. Creative dishes with local foods. Menu includes the music choice that's playing, along with the wines, beers, etc. I love that they explain the dish, how to eat, and all the love that's been put into this moment. You have to realize this a 2 person team that preps, cooks, serves, clears and then does it again for the next guest. Truly amazing moment and I'm from Charleston and they do not have anything like this. Support, support, support!!!

Fantastic experience at Blacksheep. Everything on the current menu is superb. The flavors of every dish are so well thought out and executed that you can't go wrong with anything. This is a unique dining experience for Beaufort and the chef, Chef Matt works all of that magic with a pizza oven and hot plate. If you want a unique dining experience with fantastic food you can't go wrong. Be sure to check the menu before making reservations, his menu usually runs for a few weeks or up to a month and you pick from the 6 or 7 items. You can taste his passion for food in every dish.

Don't walk but run to try Blacksheep on Boundry. The creative menu and flavors are amazing - one of the best meals I've had in a LONG time. We'll be back!