Myrtle Beach Area Restaurants and Dining

Food, glorious food...boasting over 1,600 dining spots, the Grand Strand is sure to satisfy every appetite with restaurant choices that are simply magnificent. Your vacation meal-planning will prove an effortless, and quite pleasurable, experience.

To say our restaurateurs have stretched the parameters of dining is truly an understatement. They have, indeed, cast a wide net to provide patrons with a delicious and hugely diverse feast of fare. And for those in search of a certain ambience, you've found dining nirvana. As diverse as the fare presented, Grand Strand restaurants also serve-up atmosphere...spectacular Atlantic, marina and Inlet views, themed decors, live music and entertainment, elegant interiors, casual outdoor dining, family-style settings, rustic roadhouse overtones, small intimate cafes...all sure to provide a very "flavorable" experience.

The following are our suggested dining choices...enjoy!

ANGELO’S
2011 S. Kings Hwy, MB - 626-2800
Choose from delicious daily specials or "The greatest steaks in the universe," or select your favorites from Angelo’s Italian Buffet featuring meatballs, sausage, ravioli, chicken, lasagna, pizza and so much more. Full bar service, too.
Open 4:00pm, 7 days a week.

BAREFOOT LANDING
Hwy. 17, NMB - 272-8349
With themes as diverse as Delta Blues Juke-Joint and Australian Outback; tastes as tempting as American burgers, Pittsburgh Italian, tropical specialties, tender steaks, incredible crabs, and buckets of catfish, Barefoot’s 14 waterfront restaurants are as satisfying as its shopping and entertainment.

BENITO’S ORIGINAL BRICK OVEN
1600 Hwy. 17S, NMB - (843) 272-1414
Papa Mio - this is Italian! Dozens of home-made, fresh-from-the-market blends topping wood-fired brick oven Pizza, each deliciously Benito’s. Just-as-delectable salads and enticing Italian specialties are complemented by a distinctive wine selection and full bar service. An established favorite at the Beach!

BENNETT’S CALABASH SEAFOOD
9701 N. Kings Hwy, MB - (843) 449-7865
2900 N. Kings Hwy, MB - (843) 448-2977
1010 Hwy. 17 S, NMB - (843) 361-9743
The finest, freshest Calabash-style seafood for almost 20 years! Originators of the all-you-can-eat Seafood Buffet, with crab legs, broiled, baked and fried seafood. Full menu available; cocktails, beer, wine served.

BLUE CRAB
9448 Ocean Boulvard, Pawleys Island, 843-979-2722
11 N. Seaside Dr, Myrtle Beach, 843-232-9796
This rusty ramshackle of a restaurant features the best the deep blue has to offer. Blue Crab has a relaxed family atmosphere serving blue crabs, oysters, shrimp, scrumptious burgers, juicy BBQ pork and buttermilk fried chicken. Relax and enjoy your favorite beverage at the bar or on our cozy patio.

BOVINE'S
3979 Hwy. 17 Bus., Murrells Inlet - 651-2888
This southwestern restaurant over looks a tranquil salt marsh and features fresh local seafood, aged beef cooked over mesquite and charcoal, gourmet pizzas cooked in a wood-fired brick oven and other eclectic specialties. Featured in USA Today and Southern Living Magazine as one of the South's Finest Restaurants. Recipient of many local and regional awards for outstanding cuisine and service. Open daily 4:30 PM.

BROADWAY AT THE BEACH
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BUBBA'S FISH SHACK
16 S. Ocean Blvd., Surfside Beach 843-232-9798
Featuring fresh catch specials, BBQ ribs, tasty sandwiches, burgers and huge salads as well as delectable Calabash style fried fish, shrimp, and oysters. Try the fried pickle nickels or buffalo shrimp! Great lunch specials. Bring the family on down and see what the fuss is all about. Open Daily at 11:00 AM. Beer and cocktails available.

CAGNEY’S
Restaurant Row, MB - (843) 449-3824
Nobody does it better than this “Local Prime Rib, Steak, Lobster Legend.” Architectural antiques and impeccable hospitality set the scene for tantalizing menu - beef/lobster blends, hand cut NY strips and filets, Flounder Cagney, your favorite cocktails, Piano Bar.

CHIANTI SOUTH
2109 Hwy 17 N, Little River - (843) 249-7888
Grand Strand’s most authentic Italian restaurant, serving traditional and Northern Italian dishes. Veal and Chicken Parmigiana, Veal Chops, Steaks, Zuppa di Pesci, Ossobuco. Homemade pasta including ravioli and gnocchi. Our own Tiramisu. Extensive wine list. Strand’s only recipient of Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence every year since 1988. "A place you don't want to miss" (Charlotte Observer).

CHUCK’S STEAK HOUSE
9605 North Kings Highway, MB - (843) 449-7611
No gimmicks and no nonsense. Serving the original steakhouse/salad bar concept since 1979. Thick, juicy, hand cut steaks, chops, prime rib, lobster tails and chicken all charcoal broiled to perfection. Casual dining amid rustic elegance. A waterway view, three fireplaces, and a large library make Chuck’s Steak House a “must do.” Reservations accepted but not necessary. Children’s menu available. Happy Hour in the lounge nightly from 4 to 7 PM. Dinner from 5pm.

CITY BAR
7604 North King's Hwy, Myrtle Beach 843-449-7013
Cozy, plush, funky, and fun... This awesome menu of small plates and entrees from around the world is paired perfectly with fine wines and cocktails for an unforgettable night.

CRABBY MIKE’S
290 Hwy. 17 N, Surfside Beach - (843) 444-CRAB
Welcome to “Crabbersville, USA” - a fictional New England fishing village. Featuring a nautical all-you-can-eat buffet with a complete seafood assortment as well as traditional fare. An adventure of sights, sounds and great food sure to delight every appetite.

CROISSANTS BISTRO & BAKERY
3751 Grissom Pkwy , MB
Corner of Grissom and 38th Ave. N.
PHONE: 843-448-BAKE
Myrtle Beach's neighborhood cafe, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Need a cappuccino to wake up? Fresh baked breads, muffins, and pastries daily. Eggs Benedict served on croissant with made to order hollandaise. For lunch only the freshest ingredients go in our homemade soups, salads, and sandwiches. The Monte Cristo Sandwich and Ham, Apple, Brie Melt are favorites. Special Occasion Cakes available.

DIVINE FISH HOUSE
3993 Hwy 17 Bus., Murrells Inlet 843-651-5800
Divine's features a large selection of fresh seafood, aged beef, exotic meats, fresh sushi, and mouth-watering appetizers. The cuisine has been featured in USA Today, Southern Living Magazine, and Bon Appetit, and has received many "Taste of the Tidelands" awards. Unmatched waterfront views. Open Daily at 5 pm. Reservations suggested.

DIVINE PRIME
1160 Farrow Parkway, Market Common - 843-839-9790
Divine Prime is a hideaway oasis of luxury dining. Featuring a bountiful menu of prime steaks, chops, poultry, and seafood, served with a gourmet selection of epicurean delicacies. Professional service and over 70 wines by the glass. Open nightly for dinner with reservations recommended.

DIXIE STAMPEDE
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DUFFY STREET SEAFOOD SHACK - 3 Locations
Ocean Drive Beach, 202 Main Street, North Myrtle Beach, 843-281-9840
Cherry Grove Beach, 319 Sea Mountain Highway, North Myrtle Beach, 843-249-7902
Restaurant Row, 9924 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, 843-449-2233
If you're looking for something expensive & fancy, this ain't the place! They offer fantastic simple low-country food and great service at a reasonable price. They've served the Grand Strand for 14 years with the best seafood, steaks, chicken and ribs. The place offers a laid back low-country atmosphere with smoking hot blues, ice cold beer, and peanut shells on the floor. When it's time to eat, come to Duffy Street!

FLAMINGO GRILL
71st Avenue N, MB - (843) - 449-5388
Sizzling art deco ambiance, upbeat staff, and a dazzling menu - Steak Flamingo, Pasta Flamingo, best grilled fish anywhere - grouper, tuna, sword, mahi; Lowcountry crabcakes, Cajun shrimp or oysters; incredible Italian specialties. Locally owned and loved - and an absolute must.

GREG NORMAN'S AUSTRALIAN GRILL
Barefoot Landing, NMB - (843) 361-0000
The great golfing champion from Down Under offers an innovative cuisine and spectacular decor that makes you feel like you’re in Sydney’s finest harborside restaurant. A full menu of rustic Mediterranean cuisine, wood-grilled classics, and authentic Australian fare, complemented by an extensive wine list. Open-air kitchen, Shark Pub, Waterway view, entertainment Th/Fri/Sat. Lunch served Mon-Sat; dinner nightly.

HOUSE OF BLUES
Barefoot Landing, NMB - (843) 272-3000
A tin-roofed Delta Juke Joint is setting for the best in Southern-inspired fare - jambalaya, barbecued chicken, etouffee, catfish bites, and HOB’s famed desserts. Traditional favorites (prime rib, BBQ ribs), too. Live entertainment in BB Blues Bar; Sunday Gospel Brunch in Music Hall.

JIMMY BUFFET'S MARGARITAVILLE
Broadway at the Beach, MB - 448-5455
The menu echoes the flavors of Buffet's travels - from New Orleans and Key West to the Carolina coast and beyond. Nightly music in the Tavern and outside on the covered, waterfront deck. Opens at 11 AM and the party continues until 1 AM daily.

LATITUDE 22°
11 North Seaside Drive, Surfside Beach - 843-232-9796
Cocktails, great food & casual oceanfront dining! A breathtaking oceanfront dining experience is highlighted by some of the most diverse and innovative seafood, poultry and pork dishes to be found on the beach. In season the restaurant opens up for an incredible ocean view. The only thing that tops the view is the food.

MANGO'S ON THE BEACH
At the Sand Dunes Resort Hotel
74th Ave. N., in Myrtle Beach - 843-449-3313, ext. 3938
The famous Ocean Annie's tradition continues at the new Mango's on the Beach. From the historic bar of the original Ocean Forest Hotel, to the great "beach" look of the interior, this oceanfront bar and restaurant says, "Fun on the beach!" Live music on the pool deck and dining in beautiful Mango's Grille with succulent grilled beef and seafood entrees, as well as specialty appetizers and pasta dishes.

MARGARITA’S
9906 N. Kings Hwy., MB - 497-5960
Restaurant Row
Authentic Mexican food. You know it’s got to be good when the table next to you is occupied by Mexicans! Serving all your favorites – enchilladas, tacos, burritos, and of course, platters of sizzling fajitas! Frosty Margaritas and many varieties of Mexican beer.

MEDIEVAL TIMES
Fantasy Harbour - 843-236-4655 or 888-WE-JOUST
Come enjoy the thrilling action, four-course feasting, pageantry and romance that have made Medieval Times America's favorite dinner show. See sparks fly and lances shatter as brave knights battle in swordfight and hand to hand combat. Not your typical restaurant.

NAKATO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE
9912 Hwy.17, Rest. Row - 449-3344
Traditional Hibachi chefs prepare dazzling, gourmet dishes tableside, with all of the dazzle and excitement of a fireworks spectacle. Desserts, full cocktail service, and an authentic Japanese Steakhouse experience are all enjoyed here. Open daily at 4pm.

NICO'S OF NY
3030 Hwy. 17 Bus., Garden City, 843-651-1528
An Italian restaurant and pizzeria that will remind you of the old neighborhoods of New York. Serving lobster ravioli, zuppa di mussels, homemade tiramisu, and a host of your Italian favorites. Free delivery! Open Monday – Saturday, 3:00pm to 9:30pm, Sunday 12:00 to 8:00 pm

ORIGINAL BENJAMINS
9593 N. Kings Hwy., MB
Restaurant Row - 449-0821
Original Benjamin's Calabash Seafood is the largest Calabash seafood restaurant in the world! The spectacular 170 item seafood buffet is sure to please everyone in your party. They also house one of the largest collections of nautical museum pieces and large ship models in the southeast.

PIZZA DE ROMA
214 9th Ave. North, in Myrtle Beach, 843-916-0906
Hot New York style pizza delivered right to your room. Also, chicken wings, salads, subs, calzones, strombolis, and more. The king of late night delivery! Dine in, call ahead for pick-up, or they'll deliver. Open 11 AM to 5 AM. Credit cards accepted.

PLANET HOLLYWOOD
Broadway at the Beach, 29th Ave. S. Myrtle Beach - (843) 448-STAR
The setting’s alive with memorabilia from TV classics to Hollywood blockbusters, menu offers California’s new classic cuisine – freshly-prepared exotic salads, gourmet pizzas, vegetarian dishes, smoked and grilled meats , desserts include Schwarzenegger’s mother’s own apple strudel!

RIOZ BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE
2920 Hollywood Dr., Myrtle Beach, near Broadway at the Beach and Planet Hollywood, 843-839-0777
Dining in a Brazilian Steakhouse has been compared to having a well orchestrated ballet serve guests dinner. From the moment guests are seated they are welcomed to the extensive salad bar of hot and cold seasonal favorites, which features seafood and sushi. A continuous table side service of savory choices of more than 15 different cuts of beef, pork, lamb, poultry and fish will be prepared and presented by the strolling Gauchos.

RIVER CITY CAFE
Myrtle Beach Locations
208 73rd Avenue North - (843) 449-8877
404 21st Avenue North - (843) 448-1990
Sands Ocean Club - (843) 497-5299
Murrells Inlet Location
Highway 17 Business - (843) 651-1004
Surfside Beach Location
Surfside Drive/Oceanfront - (843) 232-9797
Socastee Location
Dick Pond Rd./Swingbridge - (8430 215-8808
North Myrtle Beach
Barefoot Landing - (843) 272-7077
Great American fare featuring absolutely the best fresh hamburgers on the beach, homemade french fries and hand-dipped onion rings, plus the freshest salads, sandwiches and more! Open at 11:00 am seven days a week for lunch and dinner with locations all along the Grand Strand. Full bar and carryout available at most locations. Voted “Best Burger” year after year. USA Today – “One of the best places in the nation to feed the kids.”

ROSSI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT
9690 N Kings Hwy, Rest. Row; (843) - 449-0481
What delights await! Overly-generous servings of superb Italian specialties, fresh seafoods, aged beef; fine wines; exquisite setting; the “Eighty-Eights” piano bar; live entertainment; unique desserts; perfect hosting; impeccable service. Rossi’s - the restaurant you’ve been waiting for.

ROY & SIDS
1160 Farrow Parkway, Market Common - 843-839-9970
The menu features American favorites with a fresh, local and simplified approach. Fresh steaks and seafood, gourmet salads, daily soup specials, satisfying sandwiches, sumptuous entrees, and a great kids menu will make everyone in your group happy. Outdoor patio dining and an active bar with a great selection of beverages round out the experience. Open for lunch and dinner.

SEAFARE
9925 North Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach - 843-232-1366
The bountiful buffet features over 120 homemade seafood and land lover items - - it's not just Calabash, but steamed, baked, broiled and raw. And it's not just a restaurant, it's the most unique dining experience in Myrtle Beach with Live Swimming Mermaids in an indoor lagoon! This awesome attraction will have young and old talking for days. It's also the only pirate themed restaurant in the area with pirates serving you.

SEA CAPTAIN'S HOUSE
Oceanfront at 30th Ave. N., in Myrtle Beach - (843) 448-8082
Enjoy the fine breakfasts, lunches, and dinners 7 days a week in the comfortable setting of this charming restored beach house, with a 270-degree view of the ocean. The Sea Captain's House has been a Beach tradition for 37 years. So extraordinary is this establishment, Southern Living readers voted it their favorite seafood restaurant!

STICKY FINGERS
2461 Coastal Grand Circle, Myrtle Beach - 839-RIBS
4200 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach - 663-PORK
Award-winning ribs, wings, and barbecue. "Fall-off-the-bone delicious" according to Bon Appetit Magazine. Reader’s Digest says, "This joint is smokin’." If you like barbecue, you can’t go wrong here. Kids menu and bulk take out available. Next to Dillard’s at the Coastal Grand Mall, and in North Myrtle Beach.

TRAVINIA ITALIAN KITCHEN
The Market Common, Myrtle Beach - 843-233-8500
Guests will indulge in top-quality dishes including saltimbocca, scallops, and shrimp pancetta, seafood pescatora, and chicken piccata; grilled steaks and beautifully composed salads. Desserts include a classic cannoli or tiramisu. Martini nights and wine nights..

ULTIMATE CALIFORNIA PIZZA
Myrtle Beach Locations
2500 N. Kings Highway (843) 626-8900
959 Lake Arrowhead Road (843) 449-1160
North Myrtle Beach Locations
Barefoot Landing (843) 361-8108
Surfside Beach Locations
1502 North Highway 17 (843) 477-8282
Garden City/Murrells Inlet Locations
Highway 17 Business (843) 357-2297
More than 80 gourmet toppings to choose from! Build your own Ultimate Pizza on home made, hand-tossed dough and feel assured that only the freshest ingredients are used. Specialty Pizzas include Filet Mignon, Thai Chicken, and many more. There are also Superb Subs, Garden Fresh Salads, Foccacia Sandwiches, and tasty Wings. Dine in, Carry out or call for FREE DELIVERY. Open every day from 11am until late night. Voted "Best Pizza" by the readers of the Sun News and the Myrtle Beach Herald. Golf Digest – "The Best of Myrtle Beach."

WAHOO'S RAW BAR
3993 Hwy 17 Bus.
Murrells Inlet - 843-651-5800
Adjacent to the Divine Fish House, Wahoo's Raw Bar and Marina takes you to a tropical paradise. Wahoo's features an open-air Tiki Bar with beautiful waterfalls and views of Murrells Inlet. Wahoo's is known for its frozen libations, ice cold beer, and lively nightlife. Feast on fresh seafood, creative appetizers, as well as other delicious items featured on the award winning Divine Fish House menu. Open for lunch seasonally 11:30 - 3:00 pm.

WILD WING CAFE
Barefoot Landing, NMB - 843-361-WING
"The Best Wings South of Buffalo" in 33 different flavors. Also, buckets of beer, hand-pattied burgers, rotisserie chicken, onion rings, and homemade soups. The marinades, dressings, and sauces are made in-house to ensure flavor and freshness. Fun for the entire family.