Want dinner with a view? Check out 10 Myrtle Beach area water front restaurants
The only thing better than a dozen oysters and hot sauce is a dozen oysters and hot sauce with a table overlooking the water.
In the Myrtle Beach area, there is no shortage of water views. From the Atlantic Ocean, to the Intracoastal Waterway and the ocean inlets, diners can choose exactly which kind view they want. Oceanfront will bring views of waves and possible sea life, the Intracoastal Waterway has a multitude of boats driving up and down and the marshes offer sights of birds and the tide’s rises and falls.
Here are 10 restaurants with stellar views that Google Reviewers have rated highly, listed from north to south.
Crab Catcher’s On The Waterfront
4474 Water Front Ave., Little River
4.4 stars from 3,898 Google Reviews
Google reviewers praise Crab Catcher’s on the Waterfront for its laid-back atmosphere and stellar seafood. The restaurant features a massive deck overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway in the Little River area. Diners enjoyed the boat watching and the reasonably priced crab legs. Found near a marina, Crab Catcher’s on the Waterfront is great to grab a meal before or after a boat ride.
Captain Archie’s
2200 Little River Neck Rd., North Myrtle Beach
4.5 stars from 3,820 Google Reviews
Found on the other side of the Intracoastal Waterway as Crab Catcher’s on the Waterfront, Captain Archie’s has been a locals’ favorite for many years. There are wooden booths built next to the water where customers can enjoy flounder and hush puppies. Captain Archie’s, a popular spot among motorcyclists and often has live music playing, underwent a renovation earlier this year, giving the space a refresh.
Snooky’s Oceanfront
2208 N Ocean Blvd, North Myrtle Beach, SC
4.1 stars from 2,399 Google Reviews
Found in the heart of Cherry Grove, Snooky’s Oceanfront offers beachfront tables or views of the ocean on the second floor deck. Reviewers rave about the food, with the crab cakes, grouper and flounder getting the most mentions. After a meal, it is easy enough to head on to the beach or grab an ice cream cone from one of the quick service restaurants nearby.
LuLu’s North Myrtle Beach
4954 Hwy. 17 S., North Myrtle Beach
4.2 stars from 5,805 Google Reviews
Lulu’s North Myrtle Beach, which has other locations in Florida and Alabama beach towns, has stellar views of the Intracoastal Waterway and entertainment for the family. A sand pit, arcade and outdoor games like cornhole scares away any boredom, reviewers wrote. As for food, the gumbo and shrimp and grits were the most recommended.
Sea Captain’s House
3002 N. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach
4.4 stars from 10,165 Google Reviews
The Sea Captain’s House is one of the best known restaurants in the Myrtle Beach area for good reason. The combination of oceanfront views and delicious Southern foods has it consistently ranked among the top restaurants. Reviewers most commented on the she-crab soup, the hush puppies and shrimp grits, which are some of South Carolina’s most popular dishes.
Pier 14 Seafood Restaurant
1306 N. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach
4.5 stars from 8,133 Google Reviews
Found on the 14th Avenue Pier in downtown Myrtle Beach, the ocean views at Pier 14 Seafood Restaurant are nearly unmatched. Customers can sit inside and enjoy air conditioning while peering out the large windows or sit next to the pier railing and watch beachgoers. Reviewers suggest ordering the flounder, fish sandwich or salmon BLT.
River City Cafe in Surfside Beach
11 N. Seaside Dr., Surfside Beach
4.4 stars from 3,810 Google Reviews
With eight locations across the Grand Strand and Conway, the burgers at River City Cafe are well-loved. The joint offers a different menu from the other restaurants, focusing on creative burgers rather than fresh seafood. There are still seafood options for those looking for a piece of fried fish, with many reviewers mentioning the fried grouper. Do not forget to munch on the free peanuts while waiting for the meal.
Dead Dog Saloon
4079 US-17 BUS, Murrells Inlet
4.5 stars from 8,996 Google Reviews
While nearly every restaurant along the Marsh Walk offers glorious views of the marsh and delicious food, Dead Dog’s hush puppies push it over the top. Every table gets a free basket of warm hush puppies and honey butter when they sit down. Combined with the massive deck, assortment of seafood and barbecue and live music, Dead Dog Saloon becomes one of the top places to eat in Murrells Inlet.
Gulf Stream Cafe
1536 S. Waccamaw Dr., Murrells Inlet
4.4 stars from 2,242 Google Reviews
Being on the East coast, it can be difficult to find a decent sunset view, however Gulf Stream Cafe reviews rave about watching the sun set over the marsh. Located south of the Garden City area, patrons speak highly of the restaurant’s she-crab soup, brunch menu and low country boil.
Graham’s Landing
5225 US-17 BUS, Murrells Inlet
4.4 stars from 2,326 Google Reviews
Found near Huntington Beach State Park and Brookgreen Gardens, Graham’s Landing serves up low country favorites while overlooking the marsh. Reviewers say their favorites are the shrimp and grits, the she-crab soup and the grit cakes. Keep an eye out for birds while sitting on the deck.
This story was originally published July 28, 2025 at 9:24 AM.
