Best Restaurants in Myrtle Beach — Local Guide to Dining on the Grand Strand
From the oldest restaurant in Myrtle Beach (Hoskins, open since 1945) to oceanfront seafood landmarks and award-winning BBQ, this is the local guide to dining on the Grand Strand. No chain restaurants — every listing is a locally owned or locally significant spot.
The Murrells Inlet MarshWalk is the seafood capital of South Carolina — a half-mile boardwalk lined with waterfront restaurants including Drunken Jack's, Wicked Tuna, and Dead Dog Saloon. For breakfast, Hoskins Restaurant has been serving Southern classics since 1945. For fine dining, Collectors Café doubles as an art gallery. For BBQ, Swig & Swine smokes meats for 12+ hours over wood.
Complete Restaurant Directory — Grand Strand
| Name | Category | Address | Neighborhood | Must Try | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Captain's House | Seafood | 3002 N Ocean Blvd | Main Beach Strip | She-Crab Soup | $ | Landmark since 1954, oceanfront dining |
| Drunken Jack's | Seafood | 4031 Murrells Inlet Rd, Murrells Inlet | Murrells Inlet | Shrimp & Grits | $ | Waterfront dining on the MarshWalk |
| Collectors Café | Fine Dining | 7726 N Kings Hwy | North Myrtle Beach | Filet Mignon with Truffle Butter | $$ | Art gallery + fine dining, most romantic in MB |
| Croissants Bistro & Bakery | Breakfast | 3751 Robert M Grissom Pkwy | Market Common Area | Almond Croissant + Quiche | $ | Local favorite since 1995 |
| Joe's Diner by the Airport | Breakfast | Myrtle Beach (near airport) | Airport Area | Three-Egg Omelet + Weekend Breakfast Buffet | $ | Classic no-frills local diner |
| Victoria's Country Cookin' | Breakfast | Myrtle Beach, SC | Myrtle Beach | Highway Platter + Biscuits with Grits | $ | Authentic Southern comfort food hidden gem |
| Veterans Cafe & Museum | Breakfast | Myrtle Beach, SC | Myrtle Beach | B-52 Breakfast Bowl or Defcon Omelet | $ | Military museum diner, unique experience |
| Johnny D's Waffles and Benedicts | Breakfast | 3301 N Kings Hwy | North Myrtle Beach | Signature Waffle Creation + Eggs Benedict | $ | Chef-driven, 2,200+ TripAdvisor reviews |
| Eggs Up Grill | Breakfast | Multiple Myrtle Beach Locations | Multiple | Cinnamon Swirl French Toast | $ | Family-friendly, multiple locations |
| Golden Egg Pancake House | Breakfast | Myrtle Beach, SC | Myrtle Beach | Inlet Omelet with Grilled Shrimp | $ | 30+ year local institution, Coffee Club |
| Pier 14 Restaurant | Seafood | 1306 N Ocean Blvd | Boardwalk Area | Grilled Mahi-Mahi | $ | On the pier, 360-degree ocean views |
| Hoskins Restaurant | Southern | 803 Main St | Downtown Myrtle Beach | Country Breakfast Plate with Grits | $ | Oldest restaurant in MB, open since 1945, cash only |
| Swig & Swine BBQ | BBQ | Multiple Locations | Multiple | Pulled Pork Plate + Smoked Mac & Cheese | $ | Award-winning BBQ, 12-hour smoked meats |
| Thoroughbreds | Steakhouse | 9706 N Kings Hwy | North Myrtle Beach | Prime Ribeye + Lobster Bisque | $$ | Upscale steakhouse, award-winning wine list |
| Bummz Beach Café | Beach Bar | 2002 N Ocean Blvd | Main Beach Strip | Bushwacker Cocktail | $ | Quintessential beach bar, live music weekends |
| River City Café | Burgers | Multiple Locations | Multiple | The Myrtle Burger (peanut butter + bacon) | $ | Famous for creative over-the-top burgers |
| Peaches Corner | Boardwalk | 900 N Ocean Blvd (Boardwalk) | Boardwalk Area | Chili Cheese Dog | $ | Boardwalk icon since 1937 |
| Nacho Hippo | Mexican | Multiple Locations | Multiple | Loaded Nachos (feeds 3–4) | $ | Family-friendly, happy hour 3–6pm daily |
| Baked on the Beach | Dessert | 1120 Celebrity Circle, Broadway at the Beach | Broadway at the Beach | Salted Caramel Cupcake | $ | Artisan cupcakes baked fresh daily |
| Wicked Tuna | Seafood | 4123 Hwy 17 Business, Murrells Inlet | Murrells Inlet | Tuna Tataki + Blackened Grouper | $ | Ultra-fresh fish, exceptional sushi |
| Ultimate California Pizza | Pizza | 1196 Celebrity Circle, Broadway at the Beach | Broadway at the Beach | BBQ Chicken Pizza | $ | Local institution, 25+ years, wood-fired crust |
| Greg Norman's Australian Grille | Fine Dining | 4930 Hwy 17 S, Barefoot Landing | Barefoot Landing | Australian Wagyu Beef | $$ | Upscale waterfront dining at Barefoot Landing |
Dining Districts
Murrells Inlet MarshWalk — The Seafood Capital of South Carolina. 10+ restaurants on a half-mile waterfront boardwalk. Best at sunset.
Broadway at the Beach — 350-acre entertainment complex with 20+ dining options. Best for families and groups.
Barefoot Landing — Waterfront shopping and dining in North Myrtle Beach. Greg Norman's Australian Grille anchors the dining scene.
Boardwalk Area — Pier 14 Restaurant on the pier, Peaches Corner (since 1937), and oceanfront beach bars.