Flo’s Place
3797 U.S. 17 Business
Murrells Inlet
651-7222
www.flosplace.com
It doesn’t matter if you’re alone, with a date or in a large group of fun-lovers: Flo’s is the place to go for a good time. The bayou theme fits with the inlet location surrounded by live oaks, and the owner personally ensures folks are entertained and feel welcome. The Cajun food is great, too. Try the ‘gator.
Fontinello’s
5341 U.S. 17 Bypass
South Inlet Plaza
Murrells Inlet
277-0960
Owners Kim Amadeo and Joe Mancuso, and Executive Chef Steve Martin, are experienced restaurateurs offering a variety of appetizers, salads, paninis, pastas, pizzas and more. We recommend Whole Roasted Garlic; Baked Artichoke Hearts; Walnut Chicken Salad; Tuna with Black Olive Pesto Sandwich; pasta such as Cavatelli and Kalamata with prosciutto, garlic, Romano cheese, fresh parsley and sun-dried tomatoes in white wine sauce; and Ravioli of the Day. Pizza choices are gourmet, such as Gorgonzola Pizza. Dinner menus change weekly. Hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p. Mondays-Wednesdays, and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays.
Harrelson’s Seafood Market
4368 U.S. 17 Business South
Murrells Inlet
651-5707
Harrelson’s has been in business for many years, but it was recently purchased by members of the Springs family; they’re the ones who own the hugely popular Crab Cake Lady shop featuring An Mathis Spring’s delectable crab dishes. Now An and her grandsons, Sean and Denny, provide fresh seafood for retail customers and to commercial businesses. They also cook some of that fresh local seafood and serve it to a grateful public for lunch. Their Blackened Grouper Sandwich is quite possibly the best in the world.
Hot Fish Club
4911 U.S. 17 Business
Murrells Inlet
357-9175
www.hotfishclub.com
The setting at this popular waterfront restaurant is pure Southern charm with loads of ancient live oaks, a grassy lawn with a playground and an outdoor gazebo that heats up at night with live music and dancing. The menu features Lowcountry cuisine and seafood; try the Grouper Francaise or Seafood Pomodoro.
Ice Dreams Coffee & Creamery
10799 S.C. 707, Unit 17
Murrells Inlet
Across from St. James High School
650-5329
Many St. James students and parents head to Ice Dreams after school and after games to take advantage of the free wi-fi and enjoy iced coffee, Hersheys ice cream and Monster Energy drinks. There’s also chai, frozen coffee and other gourmet coffee drinks featuring the Seattle’s Best brand. The gelato is popular, and heartier food includes bagels and muffins, breakfast sandwiches, tuna and chicken salad sandwiches, barbecue, hot dogs, grilled cheese and soup. A couple of special treats are Cinnabon Pretzels and warm roasted nuts from The Nutty Bavarian.
Inlet Crab House
3572 U.S. 17 Business
Murrells Inlet
651-8452
www.inletcrabhouseandbar.com
Now you can enjoy lunch and dinner on Sundays too at this locals’ favorite seafood-and-burger spot. Choices include Crab Bisque, Fish Chowder, Shrimp Tacos, Bacon-wrapped Scallops, Oysters Rockefeller, Blue Crab Claws, Soft Shell Crab dinner and steaks, ribs and chicken.
La Villa Italian Cuisine
804 Inlet Square Drive
Murrells Inlet
651-5007
With a two-for-one lunch special, a $7.95 early bird special and delicious food prepared by chef/owner Alfonso Terrana, diners leave happy when they visit La Villa Italian Cuisine in Murrells Inlet. A few menu items include Antipasto Salad, Eggplant Parmesan, Manicotti, Linguine with white or red clam sauce, Mozzarella Tutto (sliced tomatoes topped with fresh mozzarella, roasted peppers, Bermuda onion, prosciutto and sun-dried tomatoes), Cavatelli and Broccoli, Rigatoni with Vodka Sauce, and Flounder Oregatano.
Lee’s Inlet Kitchen
4460 U.S. 17 Business
Murrells Inlet
651-2881
www.leesinletkitchen.com
Fried seafood, broiled seafood and grilled seafood are what has been served here for six decades. They do it well. Dress comfortably, including a loose waistband.
Nance’s Cedar Hill Landing Restaurant
5225 U.S. 17 Business
Murrells Inlet
651-8706
Try a seafood platter or a bucket of steamed oysters, and while you’re loving those you can also enjoy the beautiful inlet view. It’s a very casual place.
Old World Italian
3850 U.S. 17 Bypass
Murrells Inlet
357-3494
Owner George Hayek has offered consistently excellent Italian specialties for many years. If you want to check him out and get a deal, he has an incredible “Early Dining Special for Two” from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays when he showcases Spaghetti with Meatballs and Meat Sauce; Eggplant Rollacini; Chicken Parmigiana; Baked Ziti; and Linguini with Clam Sauce. Two of those dinners may be purchased for $14.95, or one for $7.95. The meals include salad and bread.
Oliver’s Lodge
4204 U.S. 17 Business
Murrells Inlet
651-9523
www.oliverslodgerestaurant.com
This gem started life as a private residence, then became a boarding house. Fresh seafood has been served there since 1910, making it the oldest restaurant on the Grand Strand. It’s popular for good reason – the food is incredible. Try the Flounder Roosevelt stuffed with crab and topped with lobster cream sauce, or Tasso Cream Shrimp over creamy grits. The building has been lovingly restored, and the dining room overlooks a lush lawn, live oaks and the inlet. The Sunday brunch is famous for its fried chicken cooked in a cast iron skillet.
Salt Creek Café
4660 U.S. 17 Bypass
Murrells Inlet
357-2433
http://www.saltcreekcafe.com
Lunch and dinner can be enjoyed inside the tranquil dining room or outside on the shady patio under the live oaks. You can have Salt Creek Shrimp and Grits, Fried oysters over Fried Green Tomatoes, She Crab Soup, Fish Tacos, Mushroom & Chicken Fettucine, gourmet pizzas and Chocolate Cake made with Bailey’s Irish Cream chocolate mousse.
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