About Us
Our Story
Breakwater began with a goal of serving southern, bold, and global flavors to our local community (and visitors!). Since then, our desire to treat guests like family has remained the same (as have our Green Beans) – but our seasonal flavors, cocktails, wine and locally-brewed beer are ever-changing.
General Manager, Juliet Harvey
Originally from Massachusetts, I’ve been blessed to call South Carolina home for the past 40 years. I truly love the Lowcountry and everything it has to offer — the charm, the people, the food, and the strong sense of community. For more than 17 years, I’ve been proud to be part of the Breakwater Restaurant family, where I now serve as General Manager. Hospitality has always felt natural to me because I love connecting with people, building strong relationships with our regular guests, and helping create a welcoming place where everyone feels at home. I’m incredibly grateful to be supported by an amazing staff who makes each day special. Outside of the restaurant, one of my greatest joys is traveling with my family, experiencing new places, and enjoying great food and wine along the way.
Chef de Cuisine, Miles Dean
I am a native son of Beaufort SC, spending my childhood here was very influential in my love of food. Cooking with my grandparents and smoking whole hogs from an early age made me want to pursue a life in the culinary arts. After graduating from Johnson and Wales University, I spent over 20 years in kitchens in Charleston, Beaufort and Charlotte. I finally made my way back home to Beaufort in 2025 and had the lovely opportunity to join the team here at Breakwater. It has been a breath of fresh air to be part of Breakwater. Constantly supportive, passionate, creative and professional. It’s here with the salt water air that I feel the most creative and at home. It is my pleasure to have the opportunity to tell the story of my heritage now with everyone on plates at Breakwater.
The Founders, Donna & Gary Lang
For more than 25 years, Gary and Donna Lang have shared a passion for hospitality, thoughtful food, and creating memorable experiences. Since the early days of Bistro 205, which evolved into the modern-day Breakwater, they have guided the restaurant’s growth from a small neighborhood bistro into one of Beaufort’s premier dining destinations.
For Gary and Donna, Breakwater has always been about more than serving great food. It’s about creating a place where guests feel welcomed, celebrated, and eager to return. Today, they continue to work alongside an exceptional team dedicated to carrying that tradition forward every day.