Restaurants & Dining
Best Seafood Restaurants in Myrtle Beach
As you’d guess from the sheer number of seafood restaurants in Myrtle Beach, this is THE staple food in the area. Both nearby towns of Calabash and Murrells Inlet claim to be “seafood capitals,” but in truth, many places along the Grand Strand could take the title. The area’s delectable selection of sushi, Lowcountry boils and steam pots, grilled fish, and seafood platters can satisfy whatever your seafaring appetite desires during your Myrtle Beach visit.
Top Seafood in Myrtle Beach
The fish and shellfish served in the top Myrtle Beach seafood restaurants is fresh and local. Whether it comes from a fish market, fishing boat or shrimp trawler, or it’s dredged from an oyster bed, you’ll taste the difference and quickly learn why people flock to Myrtle Beach in search of seafood. Tuna, salmon, and snapper are popular, appetite-pleasing fish, and the variety of shellfish, including shrimp, blue crab, and oysters, makes any meal feel decadent.
Myrtle Beach Seafood Restaurants
Seafood restaurants in Myrtle Beach aren’t just serving some of the best fish, they’re serving some of the best dishes the area has to offer, period. Experience creative cuisine with Southern influences, from Lowcountry to Calabash-fried, and mouth-watering signature fish entrées served hot and fresh. Whether you’re dining at a hip oyster bar, a waterfront shack known for southern-fried specialties, a mega-buffet with endless choices, or an upscale oceanfront restaurant, Myrtle Beach boasts some of the best seafood places around.
When it’s time to start planning your annual trip to the beach, consult this list to find some of the best seafood restaurants in MB to add to your vacation itinerary:
Sea Captain’s House
3002 N. Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Sea Captain’s House Restaurant is consistently voted Best of the Beach” for a seafood restaurant and fine dining restaurant. Take a quick glance at the menu and the oceanfront views and you’ll understand why. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with specialties like the Seafarer Omelet with fresh crab meat, shrimp, tomatoes and feta cheese; their award-winning She Crab Soup; spicy Jambalaya with jumbo shrimp and scallops; crab cakes; fresh catch of the day; and more! In addition to the delicious seafood, Sea Captain’s House offers spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and a full bar.
Carolina Seafood and Steak
9911 N Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
Carolina Seafood & Steak is located on Restaurant Row and boasts a family-friendly atmosphere as well as mouthwatering steak, seafood, and other delicious fares. Of course, guests here will find a variety of seafood options including appetizers like Shrimp Cocktail, soups like Seafood Soup, and entrees such as Lobster Tail, Domestic Grouper, Carolina Flounder, Pacific Coast Salmon, and much more!
Clearwater Oyster Bar & Grill
9717 N Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
Clearwater Oyster Bar & Grill brings a unique dining experience to the Intracoastal Waterway in Myrtle Beach. Clearwater Oyster Bar offers amazing waterways views and some of the freshest seafood on the Grand Strand. The menu includes an array of oysters, several Lowcountry boil options, and tons of fish platters, including mahi, flounder, shrimp and more. For land-food lovers, there are burgers as well as pulled pork and chicken sandwiches.
Soho Myrtle Beach
407 21st Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
This popular Myrtle Beach eatery specializes in sushi and steaks, but also offers a full menu of eclectic cuisine from Asia and beyond. Open from lunch until after midnight, some people go for the daily specials, while others head out for late night sushi and Soho’s cosmopolitan bar scene. Beyond sushi, seafood favorites include platters with shrimp, scallops and white fish; flounder or fried shrimp; Bouillabaisse with scallops, shrimp, white fish, mussels and clams; Chilean sea bass; and more. Hibachi dinners are also popular.
Lobster House Seafood Restaurant
5301 S Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29575
At Lobster House Seafood Restaurant, seafood is the star of the show. Located beside the Myrtle Beach State Park, Lobster House has been serving seafood to the Grand Strand community since February of 2018. Start your meal with an appetizer such as fried calamari, clam pesto, shrimp, Cajun crawfish or oysters by the dozen. Entrees from the sea include lobster, snow crab legs, king crab legs, jumbo shrimp, grouper, sea scallops and more. Chicken tenderloin, sirloin steak, and a kids menu are also available.
Sugami Sushi
4813 N Kings Hwy #2503, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
At Sugami, the menu boasts an array of delicious authentic Japanese, Chinese, and Thai food. Located conveniently on Kings Highway, Sugami Sushi offers some of the best sushi, sashimi, steak, seafood, and hibachi in Myrtle Beach! Yummy shrimp and vegetable tempura, salmon teriyaki, nabe yaki udon, sesame chicken, pad thai, and sushi are just a few of the items listed on their menu that extends for all tastebuds and diets. They offer lunch specials like bento boxes, lo mein, and platters as well as a kids menu for everyone in the family.
Wicked Tuna – 2nd Ave Pier
110 North Ocean Blvd. , Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
The Wicked Tuna has made a name for themselves on the Grand Strand as a top choice for Hook to Plate” fresh seafood served in elegant and unique ways. The newest location at Second Avenue Pier offers all the great tastes guests have come to expect with extraordinary views of the ocean. Menu highlights include Lowcountry Shrimp & Grits; Ahi Tuna Steak; Shrimp Alfredo; fried or grilled Seafood Platters; and Catch of the Day. Land-food options include filet medallions, chicken alfredo, chicken piccata and a prime ground burger.
Local on the Water
1525 13th Ave N, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Local on the Water offers beautiful picturesque views on the Intracoastal Waterway with great service and a diverse menu with everyone in mind! With outdoor patio seating, a fire pit, and even airy private dining options, you will always have a great time no matter where you sit. Known for having the best view of the South Carolina sunset, there’s no place better for dinner and a cold beer. Local on the Water also hosts local musicians and DJs everyday adding to an already fun and relaxing ambiance for every diner’s experience. The menu goes well beyond seafood with a variety of handhelds and flatbreads. Seafood highlights include Carolina Peach BBQ Salmon, Blackened Mahi, Surf & Turk, and fish tacos.
The Marina Bar & Grill
2051 Bridgeview Court, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
The Marina Bar & Grill is located in North Myrtle Beach at the Barefoot Resort on the Intracoastal Waterway. Enjoy lots of great food, drinks, and live music right on the water. You can even pull up to the restaurant on your boat and dock right at the marina!
Explore these and other Myrtle Beach restaurants during your visit to sample some of the top seafood in MB along with other examples of the area’s favorite flavors.
