Oceanfront and Waterfront dining in Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand
Gulfstream Cafe
1536 S Waccamaw Dr, Murrells Inlet; Phone: (843) 651-8808
Views overlooking Murrell’s Inlet greet visitors to this relaxed restaurant with upscale seafood.
2nd Avenue Pier
110 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 626-8480
The Pier House Restaurant is an open-air bar and restaurant and they claim to have the best view on the beach.
Hot Fish Club
4911 US-17 BUS, Murrells Inlet; Phone: (843) 357-9175
Local seafood in a mellow creekside restaurant/nightlife spot with an open-air gazebo and live music.
Bovines
3979 US-17 BUS, Murrells Inlet; Phone: (843) 651-2888
Steaks, seafood and brick-oven pizza served in waterfront quarters with Southwest decor and marsh views.
The Wicked Tuna
4123 U.S. Highway 17 Business Murrells Inlet; Phone: (843) 651-9987
Waterfront restaurant & bar serving creative seafood, sushi and steaks in a colorful, casual setting.
The Claw House
4097 US-17 BUS, Murrells Inlet; Phone: (843) 651-4415
Casual, upbeat lobster house & raw bar with some non-seafood options, a large deck & water views.
Cypress Dining Room at Island Vista
6000 N Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 449-6406
Dead Dog Saloon
4079 US-17 BUS, Murrells Inlet; Phone: (843) 651-0664
Sprawling waterfront tavern serving bar food & seafood favorites, with live music & outdoor seating.
Drunken Jack’s Restaurant and Lounge
4031 US-17 BUS, Murrells Inlet; Phone: (843) 651-2044
Seafood grill & bar with a bustling atmosphere, pirate-themed decor & a patio with scenic views.
Pier House Restaurant/Pier View Bar
110 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 626-8480
Airy eatery overlooking the pier serving upmarket seafood, plus frozen cocktails at the outdoor bar.
Pier 14 Restaurant & Lounge
1306 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 448-4314
Long-standing option for a variety of seafood & cocktails in a relaxed oceanfront setting.
Sea Captain’s House
3002 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 448-8082
Traditional seafood favorites served in a bustling yet cozy 1930s cottage overlooking the ocean.
Anchor Cafe At Grande Dunes
8205 Marina Pkwy, Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 315-7855
Art Burger Sushi Bar
700 N. Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 839-4774
Modern spot offering creative sushi and gourmet burgers, plus a liquid-nitrogen bar & beach views.
Bummz Beach Cafe
2002 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 916-9111
Laid-back American eatery with a large patio, ocean views & a menu of seafood, steak & burgers.
Burger Paradise
906 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 448-6001
Capt. Dave’s Dockside Restaurant
4037 US-17 BUS, Murrells Inlet; Phone: (843) 651-5850
Upscale fish house with a relaxed, beach-club vibe, a lively bar and a patio with water views.
Chestnut Hill Restaurant
9922 N. Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 449-3984
Upscale American steak-&-seafood-centric dining in a formal setting built out over the water.
Creek Ratz
4065 US-17 BUS, Murrells Inlet; Phone: (843) 357-2891
Nautical-themed grill serving American chow offers frequent live music plus a bar inside and out.
RipTydz
13oo block of North Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 945-1204
Damon’s Oceanfront
2985 S Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 626-8000
Bar and restaurant chain serving prime rib, steaks and other pub standards in a sports-themed setting.
Dirty Don’s Oyster Bar & Grill
910 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 213-1632
This local chain of beach-themed eateries offers lots of seafood, burgers and outdoor seating.
Landshark Bar & Grill
1110 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 788-0001
Easygoing chain eatery by the beach serving American grub and tropical drinks in festive environs.
McAdoo’s Beach Bar
211 S Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 448-3863
Moe Moon’s Beachside Burgers & Beer
918 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 448-4926
Bustling waterfront hangout serving eclectic bar bites and booze, including fish bowl cocktails.
Ocean Front Bar & Grill
100 9th Ave N, Myrtle Beach; Phone: (843) 448-5142
Relaxed boardwalk hangout with full bar serves American chow & hosts live music during the summer.
River City Cafe – Surfside Beach
11 N Seaside Dr, Surfside Beach; Phone: (843) 232-9797
This story was originally published August 31, 2017 at 8:08 AM.