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 best 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.

Atlanta Bread Co.
7611 N. Kings Hwy., MB 692-2420
506 Hwy. 17 N., NMB 663-1500
106 Sayebrook Pkwy., Surfside 293-2253
Atlanta Bread Company is a leader in the bakery café segment, offering guests consistently great food made from fresh, quality ingredients. From hot breakfast sandwiches to grilled Paninis at lunch and dinner - and catering for businesses and special events - Atlanta Bread Company truly is "more than just bread."

BAREFOOT LANDING

Hwy. 17, NMB
With themes as diverse as Delta Blues Juke-Joint and Australian Outback; tastes as tempting as American burgers, Pittsburgh Italian, savory ribs, tender steaks, incredible crabs, and buckets of catfish, Barefoot’s 13 waterfront restaurants are as satisfying as its shopping and entertainment.

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.

BONEFISH GRILL

7401 N. Kings Hwy., MB - 497-5294
103 Hwy. 17 S., NMB - 280-6638
The "people who know fish" bring you delights straight from the ocean to your table. The fish is inspected and hand-cut daily, then cooked to perfection over a wood-burning grill. Knowledgeable staff will show how their fun sauces and original toppings can best complement your selection. Also offering a wide selection of other dishes including hand-cut beef and pork tenderloin, fresh pasta, and chicken. Open daily at 4 PM.

Burro Loco
10th Ave N & Hwy 17 ByPass, MB - (843) 626-1756
The “Mexican Cousin” to Carolina Roadhouse and California Dreaming, Burro Loco offers the same quality food and service. Enjoy oversized portions of authentic Mexican dishes along with tasty Margaritas - served by the glass or by the pitcher.

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, handcut NY strips and filets, Flounder Cagney, your favorite cocktails, Piano Bar.

California Dreaming
Hwy. 17 Bypass near Hwy. 544, Surfside Beach - 215-5255
Unusually beautiful architecture and interior design. Specialties include steaks prepared "Pittsburg Style", pasta, and prime rib. The California Dreaming salad with honey-butter croissant is a "must."

CHUCK’S STEAK HOUSE
9605 North Kings Highway, MB - (843) 449-7611
Some things just get better with age...we’ve served the thickest steaks on the beach since 1979. Prime rib, lobster, ribs, chicken, fresh fish, gourmet burgers and children’s menu. Enjoy cocktails in our cozy atmosphere. Gorgeous Waterway views. Reservations accepted, but not necessary. Happy Hour 4-7; dinner seating begins at 5:00pm.

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 BAKERY & CAFE
504 A 27th Ave , MB - 843-448-2253
Myrtle Beach's neighborhood cafe. 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. The Monte Cristo Sandwich and Ham, Apple, Brie Melt are favorites. Special Occasion or just for gee-whiz Cakes available.

DICK’S LAST RESORT
Barefoot Landing, NMB - (843) 272-7794
The joint your mama warned you about - Irreverent service, garage-sale decor, sloppy buckets of barbecued ribs, shrimp, chicken, catfish, crab legs, steaks, even salads for the wimpy. No cover, definitely no class, but - live music and 74 kinds of beer. The “Shame of Barefoot Landing” - or any neighborhood!

FARMER’S DAUGHTER
9924 N. Kings Hwy, Rest. Row - (843) 449-5933
Why did the chicken cross the road? To get to the Farmer’s Daughter’s new location! Same deeelicious buffet, even more choices with fried, broiled and baked items. New on the menu this year - steak, chicken, pork, fish; specials for the children. Young’uns 5 and under enjoy buffet free. Open 5pm spring and fall; 4pm mid-summer.

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
Barefoot Landing, NMB - (843) 361-0000
Greg Norman’s only signature restaurant and one of the Strand’s finest. A full menu of rustic Mediterranean cuisine, wood-grilled classics, and authentic Australian fare, complemented by extensive wine list. Open-air kitchen, Shark Pub, Waterway view, entertainment Th/Fri/Sat. Lunch served Mon-Sat; dinner nightly.

HOOKS CALABASH SEAFOOD
1902 Hwy.17, MB - (843) 626-6889
Have you ever had the luxury of dining on a buffet which features over 100 items? Choose from grilled, steamed, broiled, or fried seafood along with prime rib, steak, chicken, vegetables, soup + salad, a dessert bar, and don’t forget the crab legs. A full menu is also available as well as a children’s menu and full bar service.

HOUSE OF BLUES
Barefoot Landing, NMB - (843) 272-3000
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.

KEY WEST GRILL
Broadway at the Beach, MB - (843) 444-FOOD
Fresh daily catches prepared 7 distinctively delicious ways; select steaks, chops, salads and dazzling desserts; a deck overlooking the lake; an atmosphere that echoes the tropics; Key West Grill, where dining always brings delight.

LOGAN'S ROADHOUSE
4511 Hwy. 17 S, NMB - 272-3435
1136 Oak Forrest Dr., MB - 839-4666
The Hoppin' Little Joint Down The Road - America's original roadhouse restaurant - really is now "right down the road" with the original North Myrtle Beach location now joined by the new location next to the Coastal Grande Mall. Still serving up all its fabulous fare - fresh and flavorful salads, soups, roadhouse-style steaks, chops, ribs, chicken, seafood, burgers, and delicious brews in a festive post-golf environment.

LOYAL THAI
710 Main St., MB - 444-4383
Recently voted Thai Restaurant of the Year by the Myrtle Beach Herald! This quaint restaurant has a big city feel. You will find an intriguing combination of visual and culinary flavors. Extensive wine selection and artwork from local artists. “Thai Tuesdays” include half-price appetizers and fantastic drink specials. Reservations are accepted but not required.

MANGO’S
At the Sand Dunes Hotel, MB - 449-3313, ext. 3938
This new Caribbean style restaurant will highlight any visit to Myrtle Beach. Fire-Roasted Chicken, Blackened Mahi-mahi, Banana Rum Snapper, and Jumbo Gulf Shrimp are just a few of the island treats awaiting at Mango’s. Located at the Sand Dunes Resort Hotel. Call for reservations.

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.

MEXICO LINDO
1012 Hwy. 17 S., NMB - 361-4667
10001Beach Drive, Calabash - 910-579-0251
A very large menu of traditional classics, and of course, excellent margaritas. Both locations are convenient after a round of golf at the northern end courses. Great service and quality meals prepared quickly for the hungry golfer.

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.

NASCAR CAFE
Hwy. 17 Bypass, near Broadway at the Beach, Myrtle Beach - 946-7223
A small trip to heaven for any NASCAR fan, especially one with an appetite! A great collection of memorabilia, the latest in racefan sportswear and collctibles available for purchase, guest appearances throughout the year by NASCAR royalty, and delicious food. And what about race Day? You would be hard-pressed to find a better place to watch a race than a place where you could be enjoying Winston Cup Wings, Thunder Road Burgers, and Jarrett BBQ Chicken and Ribs along with a cold Brickyard Lemonade. Call for upcoming events.

NEW YORK PRIME
28th Avenue North, on the ocean side of Hwy. 17 Bus., 843-448-8081
The Grand Strand's only All-Prime steakhouse, right in the heart of Myrtle Beach! Serving only the very best USDA Prime aged beef, live Maine lobsters, triple-cut lamb chops, and fresh fish - all capped off by South Carolina's largest wine list and premium after-dinner drinks. A Wine Spectator Award of Excellence recipient 2002 and 2003.

OCEAN GARDEN BUFFET
1400 Hwy 17 S, NMB - (843) 361-8788
Delicious Seafood & Chinese Buffet - crab legs, shrimp, mussels, sushi rolls, BBQ ribs, beef & broccoli and more prepared on Mongolian grill. Fresh garden salad, homemade dessert bars. Beer, wine, and cocktails served. Open 11:30am for lunch and 4pm for dinner.

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.

PALMETTO GRILL
10429 N. Kings Hwy., MB
1/2 mile south of Barefoot Landing - 361-7979
Elegant dining the Palmetto State way! Sandwiches, salads, seafood, and steaks sumptuously prepared and proudly served. Full bar for before-dinner relaxation.

PHILLY HOUSE
702 S. Kings Hwy., MB - 448-7545
Home of the original Philly Cheese Steak. This small restaurant serves up a big blast of flavor! Subs, gyros, hot wings, Greek salads, antipasto salads, chicken fingers, onion rings, and more. Serving the Grand Strand for the past eight years. Open 7 days, 11 AM until...

PHILLIPS SEAFOOD
1807 21st Ave. N., MB - 626-2722
Now Myrtle Beach visitors (locals, too) can enjoy the same delicious seafood that has, for 45 years, delighted diners throughout Maryland and DC. Maryland-style crab cakes and seafood, regional specials, steamed selections, soups and salads, beers, wines, cocktails and Phillip's tradition of quality, value, and friendly service - just can't be beat.

PLANET HOLLYWOOD
Broadway at the Beach, 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!

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.

ROSSINI’S
4700 hwy. 17 Bypass, MB 293-8682
Locally owned fine Italian dining. Voted #1 Italian Restaurant in the Sun News “Best of the Beach.” Gather around and enjoy our piano bar. Our specials are made daily. You’ll see why our food speaks for itself.

SEA CAPTAIN'S HOUSE
Oceanfront at 30th Ave. North, in MB - 448-8082
Enjoy fine breakfasts, lunches and dinners 7 days a week in the comfortable setting of the charming, restored beach house with a 270-degree view of the ocean. The site of a beach cottage built in 1930, the Sea Captain's House has been a Beach tradition for over 37 years. Southern Living readers voted this establishment their favorite seafood restaurant!

SOUTHERN MARKET
Galleria, Myrtle Beach - (843) 497-4901
(catering) - (843) 497-4903
Combination market/restaurant, featuring Southern favorites along with foods of the world. Prepared meals may be enjoyed here or taken home. An extensive selection of meats, unique spices, sauces, fresh-made breads, beers and wines from around the world. Open daily 7am-8:30pm (breakfast to 10:30am).

SPRING HOUSE
North Myrtle Beach - (843) 272-4880
Myrtle Beach - (843) 626-5941
Myrtle Beach (buffet) - (843) 828-8871
Murrells Inlet - (843) 357-2785
These locally owned, award-winning restaurants strive to please everyone who walks through their doors. With four locations along the Strand, you are sure to be only minutes from being served up family memories with a generous dose of Southern Hospitality.

THOROUGHBREDS
Restaurant Row, MB - (843) 497-2636
Savor the Master Chef’s preparations of Certified Angus Beef, fresh seafood, lamb, duck, crisp salads, delectable desserts. Select a cigar or sip a cognac in the Jockey Club bar. Locals’ choice as “Most Romantic Restaurant.” Guaranteed - your expectations will be exceeded!

TONY'S RESTAURANT
1407 Hwy. 17 N. NMB - 249-1314
Since 1953 this local legend has been serving the absolute best homemade Italian food on the Strand. Using recipes passed down over generations, Tony's prepares fresh veal, fresh clams, pasta, pizza and fish "The Italian Way." For groups fo golfers, Tony's offers large rooms for private parties and has a well-stocked bar. Reservations are suggested. Dinner 5 - 10 PM, Mon. thru Sat.

UNO CHICAGO GRILL
Broadway at the Beach - 626-8665
What would a Myrtle Beach golf trip be without experiencing the signature Chicago-style Deep Dish pizza that has been famous for over 60 years? Uno Chicago Grill also serves great steaks, seafood, and a variety of other favorites that have allowed the Chicago legend to expand to 33 states and 3 foreign countries. Open for lunch and dinner; full bar service.

VALENTINO GOURMET
637 Hwy. 17 Bus., Surfside Beach - 828-4488
Gourmet Italian, with food that looks as good as it tastes. A few of the specialties include seafood, steak, chicken, veal, and of course, pasta. End your meal with a delicious chocolate cannoloni or tiramisu. Open 7 days.

VILLA ROMANA
707 S. Kings Hwy., MB - 448-4990
Their slogan is “Where we speak and eat in Italian.” The owners guarantee that the cuisine is 100% authentic Italian and made fresh daily. In fact, they claim to have the best dining elegance and atmosphere outside of Italy.