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Myrtle Beach
At Cagney's, one of the oldest and most poular restaurants in Myrtle Beach, the decor is almost entirely comprised of pieces of this area's historic architecture.

Myrtle Beach is at the heart of the Grand Strand area, and the town was recently named No. 1 on Yahoo! Travel’s list of Top Ten Beaches in the World.

 

That’s no surprise to the people who live here. With our wide sandy beaches, excellent entertainment and shopping venues and of course our world-class restaurants, we’ve always known we were No. 1!

 

You can find out more about the Myrtle Beach area at www.mbchamber.com.

 

Amici’s Brick Oven & Italian Bistro

1310 Celebrity Circle

Broadway at the Beach

U.S. 17 Bypass between 21st and 29th avenues North

Myrtle Beach

444-0006

 

My family loves going to Amici’s at the height of tourist season and getting a table by the window. While we dine on Fried Calamari, Lasagna, Fruitti di Mare, Chicken Piccata, Stromboli or Molto Meat Pizza, we can enjoy the ever-changing and always-interesting flow of humanity streaming by. It’s a locals’ form of cheap entertainment.

 

Anchor Café at the Marina Inn at Grande Dunes

8121 Amalfi Place

Myrtle Beach

913-2837

www.marinainnatgrandedunes.com

 

Anchor Café is open seasonally at the Marina Inn at Grande Dunes. With its waterfront setting and beautiful Mediterranean décor you’ve got the recipe for one of the best hideaway cafes in town. If you want to really impress someone with your knowledge of a great place that’s off the beaten path, take them to Anchor Café. You can dine on Buttermilk Fried Calamari with Cajun remoulade;

Chopped Caesar Salad with grilled chicken, shrimp or steak, or a crab cake; and Carolina-Q Chicken Wrap served with crispy fried onions, lettuce and tomato.

 
 
 
 

Angelo’s Steak and Pasta

2011 U.S. 17 Business S. (Kings Highway)

Myrtle Beach

626-2800

www.angelossteakandpasta.com

 

Some diners go for the Italian buffet, while others can’t resist entrees from the menu such as steaks that arrive at the table sizzling on special platters. The food is consistently delicious, and it’s affordable.

 
 
 
 

Aspen Grille

5101 N. Kings Highway

Myrtle Beach

449-9191

www.aspen-grille.com

 

You may know owner Joe Sutherland from his years as general manager at Key West Grill. Now the expertise of Joe and his partner/wife, Angela, is put to use producing succulent meals in a relaxed fine dining atmosphere at Aspen Grille. The menu is simply splendid and includes Giant Lump Crabmeat with tomato-horseradish sauce; Shrimp Cocktail featuring fresh Murrells Inlet creek shrimp; a 20-ounce Cowboy Cut Ribeye Steak; Crab Cakes; Shrimp and Grits; and Fresh Grouper. There’s live jazz every Friday night.

 

Bagel Factory

2012 N. Kings Highway

Myrtle Beach

626-6445

 

Of course the Bagel Factory has a lot of different bagels, and they also serve up dishes like omelets, eggs, pancakes, wraps, sandwiches (the shrimp salad comes highly recommended), deli meats, burgers, salads and sides. Pastries include Raspberry or Chocolate Cigars, Black and White Cookies, Cheese Danish, Cherry Danish, Chocolate Horns, Poppy Danish, brownies, muffins and strudels. It’s a busy little place with plenty of seating and a friendly atmosphere.

 

Barons Steaks and Spirits

9650 N. Kings Highway

Galleria Shopping Center

Myrtle Beach

497-5200

 

A few appetizers are Crabby Art’s Crab Dip, streamed Little Neck Clams, Hot Peppers and Oil, Bacon Wrapped Scallops and Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms with a blackberry wine accent. There’s a soup of the day and a few salads that can be topped with grilled chicken, streak or shrimp. Hand-cut steaks are the main attraction, with signature steaks like the Filet Fenway with a crab cake, grilled portabello mushroom and crab veloute sauce; or the Fulton Mountain Steak where a 14-ounce New York strip is crusted with ground espresso beans, cocoa, garlic, onion and chives and served with whiskey Bordelaise and cream sauce. Other entrees include Seafood Portofino, Whiskey Glazed Pork Chops, Chicken Pepperocini, Barons Back Ribs, Salmon Oscar and Jumbo Sea Scallops.

 

The Beach House Bar & Grill

1205 N. Ocean Blvd.

Myrtle Beach

839-4705

 

NFL games are on 25 flat screen TVs, and there is a special football menu that includes Hot Wings (there’s also teriyaki), Ultimate Nachos, Fried Calamari, Mini Cheeseburgers, Fish and Chips or Baby Back Ribs. The Touchdown Platter has wings, chicken nuggets, jalapeno poppers, cheese sticks and fries. If you’re not at The Beach House during a game, the regular menu has much to offer for lunch and dinner seven days a week. Burgers and sandwiches are plentiful here, and entrees include Fried or Grilled Grouper, skewers of Mediterranean Chicken and Thai Chile Shrimp, Crab Cakes, Shrimp Scampi, Fried Shrimp, Ribeye, NY Strip and Filet Mignon.

 

Big Nick’s Wings & Things

3401 N. Kings Highway

Myrtle Beach.

443-WING (9464)

 

Italian specialties include Fettucine Alfredo and Chicken Parmesan, and there are many finger foods, subs, sandwiches, salads and burgers. Wing flavors are: hot, mild, teriyaki, spicy teriyaki, teriyaki Parmesan, honey teriyaki, garlic teriyaki, garlic Parmesan, lemon pepper, spicy barbecue, barbecue, honey barbecue, honey, honey mustard, peanut butter, honey peanut butter, sticky and Nick’s Way. They deliver, and are closed Sundays.

 

Bombay at the Beach

702 N. Kings Highway

Myrtle Beach

444-9090

 

This nice/casual Indian restaurant offers authentic fare and affordable prices. We like Paneer Pakoda, which is homemade cottage cheese fritters with two dipping sauces; Chicken Lollipops with a thin batter, similar to tempura, that’s fried to delicate crispiness; Lamb Rogan Josh where tender chunks of lamb are in a medium-spicy sauce. You can choose from many types of bread, and several entrees are served on exciting sizzle platters. Many specialty rices are offered, like Kashmiri Biryani with dried fruits and spices.

 

Boulavsky’s Grill

Carolina Forest Plaza (by Kroger)

Carolina Forest section of Myrtle Beach

236-7772

 

This stylish little eatery has sandwiches, seafood, soups and a lot more. They also cater. The food is truly excellent; try the crab balls.

 

Buddha Lounge & Grill

1711 North Kings Highway

Myrtle Beach

626-5541

 

Buddha Lounge & Grill is a great lunch spot where you can pick up, from their Japanese Express side, many exciting dishes such as Hot Edamame, Tuna Tataki, Veggie Bowls, Hibachi meals with rice and vegetables, Lo Mein, Rice Bowls with chicken, shrimp or filet mignon, and spring rolls. The Buddha Lounge part of the restaurant is open in the evening, and it is a beautifully exotic den of pleasure. The golden and candle-lit atmosphere encourages romance and provides thrilling flavors. A few entrees include Grilled Tuna or Salmon, New Zealand Lamb Chop, Sesame-crusted Chicken, Shrimp Tempura, Filet Mignon, and the Udon Pot with salmon, mussels, shrimp, vegetables and udon noodles.

 

Boston Pizza-Plus

1208 N. Kings Highway

Myrtle Beach

448-1177

 

Of course you can get pizza, and the Plus part includes sandwiches like Philly Steak, Tuna, Pastrami, Homemade Meatball and Cracked Pepper Turkey; and salads from antipasto to chicken Caesar and macaroni. You can also get Fish and Chips, Rigatoni, Cavatelli, Hot Wings, Chili Cheese Fries, Egg Rolls, Sausage Cheese Ravioli, Gyros and Burgers. There are sweets like pints of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, Passionfruit Mousse, Tiramisu, Cheesecake with Strawberries, Smoothies and Milk Shakes. They deliver!

 

Bummz Beach Café

2003 N. Ocean Blvd.

Myrtle Beach

916-9111

http://www.bummz.com/

 

Sandwiches and salads are fresh, the drinks are icy-cold and the oceanfront cabana usually has a live band in season. Casual vacation attire and mentalities are encouraged.

 

Burky’s Grill

3901 N. Kings Highway

Village Square Shopping Center

Myrtle Beach

626-2888

 

Burky’s serves excellent thin burgers with lacy edges, thin and crispy fries, milkshakes featuring Ashby’s Sterling Ice Cream, Cincinnati-style Chili (the classic Cincinnati style is chili on top of spaghetti with cheese), grilled hot dogs, fried bologna sandwiches, soups, salad, stuffed baked potatoes, steamed vegetables and veggies with dip.

 

Café Old Vienna

3901 N. Kings Highway

Myrtle Beach

946-6252

 

True Viennese cuisine is prepared by Viennese natives. You’ll get your schnitzels, wursts and fresh breads, all served with warm and efficient service. Save room for Petra Jerabek’s incredibly splendid desserts. Space is limited, so if you’re going for dinner, call ahead for a reservation.

 

Cagney’s Old Place

9511 U.S. 17

Myrtle Beach

449-3824

www.cagneysoldplace.com

 

This is one of the oldest restaurants on Myrtle Beach’s famed Restaurant Row. Prime rib is the specialty of the house, but you can also get exceptional seafood, poultry and salads. Many vintage pieces from other Grand Strand landmarks have been incorporated in the décor. They’re open for dinner and closed on Sundays.

 
 
 
 

Caruso’s

4700 U.S. 17 Bypass South

Myrtle Beach

293-8682

 

Moderately priced Italian food is presented in a busy and happy atmosphere with live piano music. An added service the classic Italian restaurant now provides is tableside cooking, including special appetizers, Caesar salad and desserts such as Bananas Foster. The menu still offers appetizers like Eggplant Rollatini and Clams Oreganato; Pasta such as Cavatelli and Broccoli and Homemade Lasagna; entrees like Veal Sorrentino and Chicken and Sausage Giambotta; and chef specialties including Zuppa di Pesce, Frutte di Mare and Grouper a la Soreno.

 

Chestnut Hill

9922 N. Kings Highway (U.S. 17)

Myrtle Beach

449-3984

www.chestnuthilldining.com

 

Any dining preference is accommodated here with a large menu of choices from spectacular seafood (crab cakes, shrimp scampi, seafood casserole), juicy steaks and succulent poultry, lamb, veal and pork. The desserts are renowned (fruit and nut cobbler a la mode, homemade cheesecake, strawberry shortcake) as is the impressive Sunday brunch. Chestnut Hill has private rooms just right for large families, rehearsal dinners or dinner meetings, and diners seated by the window overlooking the pond might see the resident ‘gator.

 

Ciao! Italian Restaurant & Deli

5223 North Kings Highway

Myrtle Beach

449-5700

 

This cozy spot features white linens, a casual friendly atmosphere and wonderful Italian lunches and dinners. A few dishes include Fried Calamari, Mozzarella Capresse, Lasagna, Spinach Ravioli, Antipasto, Spinach Salad, Veal Parmesan, Chicken Limone, Crab Cakes, Scallops Diavolo and Tiramisu.

 

City Bar

7604 N. Kings Highway

Myrtle Beach

449-7013

www.citybarrestaurant.com

 

City Bar advertises itself as “plush, funky and fun,” and that’s a good description. The menu is eclectic – we love the cheese plate appetizer and any of the small plate entrees. Wine dinners are the third Tuesday night of every month. Award-winning executive chef Sean Christenson is at the helm. City Bar does not use any oils containing trans fats.

 
 
 
 

City Café Mexican Bar & Grill

319 Ninth Ave. N.

Myrtle Beach

448-2223

 

City Café has a buffet from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays with many salads, whole fried tilapia and other Mexican specialties. The menu lists many Mexican/American favorites like tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, burritos, fajitas and nachos, but there are also more exotic dishes and a breakfast menu.

 

Coasters

206 George Bishop Parkway

Myrtle Beach

903-5296

 

Sandwiches are a specialty, and they’ll put together ingredients any way you like on white, rye or wheat bread. They have honey-baked ham, roasted turkey, roast beef, meatballs, bacon (lettuce and tomato), tuna salad, chicken salad and $1 hot dogs. Sandwiches come with a pickle spear and a choice of a side item. The sides are macaroni salad, potato salad or cole slaw. You can also have hand-scooped Blue Bunny Ice Cream in a cone, sundae or shake.

 

Collectors Café

7726 N. Kings Highway (U.S. 17 Business)

Myrtle Beach

449-9370

www.collectorscafeandgallery.com

 

Is it an art gallery, a coffee and dessert haven or a gourmet dinner spot? It’s all three, and the experience is luxurious. Dress up, and try the Scallop Cake.

 

Creekratz

4065 U.S. 17 Business

Murrells Inlet

357-2891

and

Inside the Reef Resort Hotel

2101 S. Ocean Blvd.

Myrtle Beach

448-1765

www.creekratz.com

 

Life just doesn’t get much better than sipping a cool drink on the deck at Creek Ratz in Murrells Inlet, or oceanfront in Myrtle Beach. Fresh seafood and the awesome views bring diners back. For lunch or dinner, they are happy and casual places. The Grouper Sandwich is delicious.

 

Croissants Bakery and Café

3751 Robert M. Grissom Parkway

Myrtle Beach

448-2253

www.croissants.net

 

This 12-year-old locals’ favorite for divine pastries and delectable breakfasts and lunches just moved to a new and bigger location. Now in addition to fresh-baked goodies baked on-site, they have wine, Seattle’s Best coffee and suppers-to-go. You might want to choose to dine-in for supper, though, because during the week they have special entertainment and meal deals.

 
 
 
 

Dead Dog Saloon

4079 U.S. 17 Business

Murrells Inlet

651-0664

www.deaddogsaloon.com

 

Yes, this is a popular biker hangout, especially during the May and October Harley festivals. But don’t let that scare you off if you’re not a biker-type. Their food is above average, the service is friendly and prompt, the décor is pleasant, you can’t beat their waterfront view of Murrells Inlet, they have a huge shaded deck where live bands perform every night and the place is surrounded by some of the most gorgeous live oaks in the area. Their deck even has a live oak growing up through the middle! You can get gourmet appetizers like mini garlic toasts spread with a thin layer of Parmesan mayonnaise and topped with extremely tender thin-sliced beef tenderloin. They also have

Hound Dog Crab Dip, Ragin’Angels (spicy fried bacon-wrapped shrimp), Odie’s Oysters (steamed, fried or half-shell), Goliath’s Grouper, Pooch’s Pulled Pork, Tilapia Florentine, Shelly’s Shrimp & Grits, Pan’s Parmesan Grouper and Frenchie’s Fried Flounder.

 

Dixie Stampede

8901-B U.S. 17 North

Where U.S. 17 Business and U.S. 17 Bypass merge

Myrtle Beach

1-800-433-4401

www.dixiestampede.com/myrtlebeach.php

 

Like Myrtle Beach’s other dinner theater, Medieval Times, guests sit in an arena and are served dinner while a show takes place below. The entertainment includes races, comedy and lots of singing. The menu features rotisserie chicken, barbecue pork loin, creamy vegetable soup, corn on the cob, potato, biscuit and a pastry. You get unlimited coffee, soda or tea, but alcoholic beverages are not offered.

 

eNoodles

400 20th Ave. S.

Myrtle Beach

916-8808

 

This is not your ordinary Asian restaurant. With a sophisticated and relaxing décor, the food is definitely a cut above your neighborhood take-out joint. The double pan-fried noodles are awesome.

 

Flamingo Grill

7050 N. Kings Highway

Myrtle Beach

449-5388

www.flamingogrill.com

 

For more than 20 years diners have been enjoying the seafood, steaks, prime rib and pasta served at this gorgeous art deco-theme restaurant. Try the Petit Filet Mignon Marsala Style, or the Prime Rib and Lobster Tail. The She-crab Soup is also excellent.

 
 
 
 

Fresh Seafood Company Restaurant & Market

1343 North Kings Highway (by K-Mart)

Myrtle Beach

448-9043

 

The specialty of the house is Alaskan Snow Cod. It’s a delicate and delectable fish that the Cerullos only serve cooked – not fresh – because it’s difficult to get the knack of handling it. Other dishes include “Boats” filled with fish, clams, shrimp, perch, catfish or chicken with French fries and hushpuppies; Shrimp Cocktail, Frog Legs, Coconut Shrimp, Shrimp Scampi, Surf & Turf; many different sandwiches like Catfish or Swordfish; Fish Dinners with Grouper, Mahi-Mahi, Orange Roughy, Red Snapper, Salmon and more; Scallops; Oysters; Lobster; Dungeness Crab Legs; and Pots of Seafood with mussels, crab legs, shrimp or frog legs. There’s also a case of fresh seafood where you can make selections to take home and cook yourself.

 

Giada’s

Just south of 38th Avenue North and Robert M. Grissom Parkway

St. James Square

Myrtle Beach

839-3450

 

The décor is cozy and cute and full of modern and warm earthy colors. They serve lunch and dinner, and choices include a salad like Romaine with Chicken, Oranges and Pine Nuts. Pizzas are made with fresh dough shipped here from New York. You can also get a half-portion of lasagna and salad, Seafood Creation (mussels, clams and scallops in red or white sauce), Fresh Catch, Eggplant Parmesan and Gourmet Sandwiches like Chicken and Roasted Peppers or Sausage and Peppers.

 

Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant

3060 Howard Ave

The Market Common

Myrtle Beach

839-0249

http://www.gordonbiersch.com/

 

 

You won’t find any raspberry wheat or other fruity ales at Gordon Biersch. Or any ales at all. Dan Gordon’s beers and all the beers brewed in his name are lagers that take six weeks to make. The food is also delicious, and we recommend the Garlic Fries, Southwest Egg Rolls are properly spicy, Cajun Pasta, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Ribeye Steak with gorgonzola cheese, Seafood Cobb Salad and Warm Apple Bread Pudding, made with Granny Smith apples and brioche bread that’s drizzled with whiskey caramel sauce and topped with a scoop of Edy’s vanilla ice cream.

 

 

Hard Rock Café

1322 Celebrity Circle

Broadway at the Beach

U.S. 17 Bypass between 21st and 29th avenues North

Myrtle Beach

946-0007

www.hardrock.com

 

Our Hard Rock Café is way cooler than any other Hard Rock Café, because ours is a huge pyramid that changes colors at night! If you’re one of those people who is into checking out public restrooms, you’ll really like the unique ones here. The food is great too, like Santa Fe Spring Rolls, Blackened Chicken Pasta, several specialty burgers, Hickory Smoked Pulled Pork Sandwich, Honey Citrus Grilled Chicken Salad and their award-winning Apple Cobbler. Of course you’ll want to spend time checking out all the fantastic rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia including an autographed guitar from Joe Perry of Aerosmith; Johnny Cash’s black leather lace-up boots; and a Fender Stratocaster used by Eric Clapton in the 1970s.

 

Ichiro’s Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi

4545 U.S. 501 (Across from Tanger Outlet Center)

Myrtle Beach

236-4444

 

Sushi Bento Boxes cost $11, and can be filled with different combinations such as a Tuna Roll, three pieces of sushi and Seaweed Salad. You can also enjoy the hibachi lunch specials, like hibachi scallops, salad bar, hibachi vegetables and fried rice for $9.25. For dinner there are bigger hibachi entrees, such as one with filet mignon and jumbo shrimp. In addition to sushi, other appetizers are Shrimp Tempura, Baked Mussels, Gyoza (pork dumplings) and Shumai (beef dumplings). If you’re not in the mood for a hibachi entrée, you could choose a Teriyaki Chicken Dinner, Fresh Salmon, Ribeye Steak or the Fresh Catch of the Day. Open for lunch and dinner, and curbside carryout is available.

 

Islamorada Fish Company Restaurant

Colonial Mall-Myrtle Beach

U.S. 17 at S.C. 22

Myrtle Beach

361-4700

www.fishcompany.com

 

This restaurant (and it’s pronounced EYE-luh-more-AH-duh) is all about hunting and fishing, so of course the menu is full of seafood and wild game. A few of the most popular dishes include Dolphin Chardonnay, Grouper Portofino and Venison-stuffed Mushrooms. The sushi menu is extensive and executed with flair by Sushi Chef Harry Heriyadi. There’s a beautiful 2,500-gallon salt water reef aquarium, two 42-inch hi-def plasma TVs, interesting celebrity hunting/fishing memorabilia and a pleasant outdoor patio area.

 

J. Edwards Ribs and More

2300 S. Kings Highway

Myrtle Beach

626-9986

 

Owner J. Edward “Ed” Fleming has been providing great steaks, ribs and barbecue chicken for 36 years. In addition you can enjoy Fried Shrimp stuffed with crab and wrapped in bacon; the famous Onion Ring Loaf perfect for sharing; and crispy sweet potato fries. J. Edwards opens at 3 p.m. daily.

 

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville

1114 Celebrity Circle

Broadway at the Beach

U.S. 17 Bypass at 29th Avenue North

Myrtle Beach

448-5455

www.margaritaville.com

 

If you’ve never been to a Margaritaville, you need to check out the spectacle of a giant blender with a hurricane rising out of it, and a balloon-shaper on stilts. There’s always a party here with plenty of Buffet tunes and tasty things to sip and munch. We like the Crab, Shrimp and Mushroom Dip, Coconut Shrimp, Jerk Chicken, Corn and Crab Chowder, Lobster and Shrimp Salad and Chocolate Hurricane dessert. And of course you can get a Cheeseburger in Paradise.

 

Key West Grill

1214 Celebrity Circle

Broadway at the Beach

U.S. 17 Bypass between 21st and 29th avenues North

Myrtle Beach

444-3663

www.keywestgrill.net

 

The décor transports you to the open-air tropical lushness and Spanish hardwood motif of Key West, and the menu takes its influence from the Spanish, Cubans and a Native American tribe called the Calusa. The Conch Fritters and Blue Crab Spread are fabulous, as are any of the fresh catches that can be prepared a variety of ways.

 

Liberty Steakhouse & Brewery

Broadway at the Beach

Off U.S. 17 Bypass between 21st and 29th avenues North

Myrtle Beach

626-4677

www.tbonz.com

 

If you like beer, you’ll love the hand-crafted brews at this microbrewery. But even if you don’t imbibe, it’s nice sitting in the beer garden while munching Cheesy Potato Skins or Cajun Crawfish Popcorn and do some people-watching. The view of Lake Broadway from the porch is also nice. The menu is extensive and varied, from steak to crab cakes.

 

Liberty Taproom

7651 U.S. 17 Business N. (Kings Highway)

Myrtle Beach

839-4677

www.tbonz.com

 

This is owned by the same company that has Liberty Steakhouse & Brewery, and it features the same wonderful microbrewed beers. It also has a beer garden and a varied menu, but the menu items are different. A few interesting items include Blue Cheese Potato Chips, Wild Mushroom Pizza and Asian Tuna Sandwich.

 

Luigi’s Trattoria

503 61st Avenue North

Myrtle Beach

497-7080

 

Since Luigi and Anna LoSanto moved their restaurant from 52nd Avenue North to their new location at 61st Avenue North in Myrtle Beach, they have much more room for diners to enjoy their Italian specialties. Beside the restaurant, where there used to be a bakery, there is now an Italian market with ravioli, stuffed shells, deli Italian meats, olives, condiments, cheeses and more. A few menu items include Veal Picatta, Chicken Sorrentino (Luigi is from Sorrento), Lobster Ravioli, Clams Casino and Shrimp Fra Diavolo. During lunch you can also get hot and cold sandwiches and specialty pizzas. It’s open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; and 4-9 p.m. Sundays.

 

Magoo’s Sports & Spirits

3308 Waccamaw Blvd.

Myrtle Beach

236-3303

 

Wings are a specialty, and flavors include Buffalo, Extra Hot, Suicide (consumed at your own risk), Teriyaki, TeryHot, Hong Kong, Barbecue, Cajun, Parmesan and Seasoned. Another hot item is their paninis, and they’ve proven so popular that additional varieties have been added to the menu. Magoo’s is also known for Quesadillas, and they have several choices on that list such as sirloin steak with peppers and onions, or an all-veggie combo with mushrooms, peppers, onions and tomatoes. Other favorites include generously portioned salads, sandwiches and burgers. Around the bar are several pool tables, 24 television sets tuned to whatever sports are happening around the globe, many video games, and a long line of dart boards and electronic dart machines. If you’ve been looking for a dart league, check this place out!

 

Margarita’s

9906 N. Kings Highway

Hidden Village

Myrtle Beach

497-5960

 

Lunch items are Huevos Con Chorizo served with rice, refried beans and tortillas; The Speedy Gonzales combo with one Taco, one Enchilada and choice of rice or beans; Lunch Carnitas filled with pork; Fajitas with beef or chicken; Chile Colorado with sliced steak in a red sauce; and Special Milanesa where steak or chicken is lightly breaded and grilled, and served with rice and sour cream salad. The menu expands for dinner with more entrees, plus more fajita choices, lots of quesadilla varieties (mushroom, chicken, spinach, crab, shrimp and more), several vegetarian plates and some tempting nacho platters.

 

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

2904 Fantasy Way

Myrtle Beach

236-8080

1-888-WE-JOUST (1-888-935-6878)

www.medievaltimes.com/schomepage.htm

 

This is one of the two dinner theaters in Myrtle Beach (the other is the Dixie Stampede), and it’s a load of fun. Guests at a medieval tournament sit in an arena and root for their section’s knight to win a variety of games of skill. Other features include a falconer, demonstrations of horsemanship and some most excellent live trumpeters. The meal, which is served without cutlery because medieval folks did not use knives and forks, includes garlic bread, vegetable soup, roasted chicken, a meaty spare rib, potato and pastry. Soft drinks and/or coffee are included in the meal; there is also a cash bar.

 

The Melting Pot

5001 N. Kings Highway

Myrtle Beach

692-9003

www.meltingpot.com/MyrtleBeach/home.html

 

After a recent $250,000 renovation, The Melting Pot is more romantic than ever. This is all about fondue: Creamy cheese fondues; oil or broth entrée fondues served with several sauces; and silky chocolate fondues. While couples find the atmosphere inspiring, it’s also fun for groups.

 

Miami Bar & Grill

207 George Bishop Parkway

Myrtle Beach

236-8139

 

The menu has many items you’d expect from a bar and grill, such as wings, subs, burgers and the ever-popular fried cheese sticks. However, they also offer more ambitious dishes such as steaks – including prime rib. They have seafood such as Grilled Swordfish and Tuna served with asparagus, Boneless Leg of Lamb, a Crab Burger, Fish Burger (catfish), Antipasto and King Crab Legs. This is a great place to go for Sunday night karaoke.

 

Michael’s Pizza, Pasta & Grill

1701 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, 448-0344

and

9814 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, 692-0820

 

In this case it is not trite to say, “Ask any local, and they’ll tell you this is THE place to go for casual Italian food.” You can also get a burger, and they have great cheesecake.

 

Mrs. Fish

919 Broadway St.

Myrtle Beach

946-6869

 

The place isn’t fancy; there are a dozen tables and a counter where you can sit and watch owner Andrew Chu cook up a storm, and the décor is what you’d expect in a no-nonsense beach diner: nothing special. But what is special is their fish, such as Grilled Grouper with Spicy Asian Sauce; Crab Rangoon with Gumbo; Atlantic Mussels; and Coconut Shrimp.

 

NASCAR Sports Grille

U.S. 17 Bypass at 21st Avenue North

Myrtle Beach

946-RACE (7223)

http://www.nascarsportsgrille.com/

 

Entrees include Rubbing is Racing BBQ Ribs, steaks, grilled or fried chicken, pulled pork barbecue, grilled pork chops, Asian Grilled Mahi-Mahi, Fish & Chips, Chicken Alfredo Pasta, burgers and sandwiches. The restaurant’s décor, memorabilia and electronic games amenities make visiting this venue more of an event than just a meal.

 

New York Pizza & Deli

6613 N. Kings Highway

Myrtle Beach

497-5922

 

You can dine in, take out or have your food delivered by the friendly families who own this restaurant. The menu includes hand-tossed pizzas, calzones, stromboli, subs, wings, sandwiches (including gyros), fried shrimp and flounder, chicken fingers and fried mushrooms. They also have beer and wine. You can have your food delivered anywhere between 10th and 82nd avenues North, or you can dine in the restaurant and watch Gabe and Sam twirl pizza dough in the air. The number is 497-5922.

 

 

The Office

Lake Arrowhead Road

Myrtle Beach

839-9190

 

Enjoy Jumbo Cheese Ravioli, Four Cheese Shrimp Parmigiana, Chicken Picatta, Veal Marsala and Momma Leoni’s Pot Roast. You can order lighter fare such as Homemade Crab Dip, Antipasto Salad, 10-inch personal pizzas (and larger pizzas), Chicken Salad Wrap, Lemon Pepper Chicken, hoagies, burgers, ricotta cheesecake and gelato. After 9 p.m. this place gets crowded!

 

Phillips Seafood

U.S. 17 Bypass at 21st Avenue North

Myrtle Beach

626-CRAB (2722)

www.phillipsseafood.com

 

Crab is the specialty of the house – the Phillips Crab Cakes overflow with so much lump crab meat you’ll wonder how they hold together. There’s also an abundance of other fresh catches, and you can get a fine hand-cut steak. At lunchtime you can’t beat the seafood sandwiches at their market, where you can also buy fresh seafood to take home and cook.

 

Pier 14

Ocean Boulevard at 14th Avenue North

Myrtle Beach

448-8448

 

We think the breakfasts and lunches are better and priced more reasonably than the dinners, but at night there is live music. You can’t beat the view from the pier. Some folks stop by for cocktails and appetizers and enjoy them al fresco on the deck.

 

Planet Hollywood Myrtle Beach

Across from Broadway at the Beach

2915 Hollywood Drive

448-7827

http://planethollywood.com/