NORTH MYRTLE BEACH WATERFRONT RESTAURANTS
Though the ocean views along North Myrtle Beach get most of the tourist attention, the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) also serves up stunning views. Scattered throughout the North Myrtle Beach landscape, the ICW supports a thriving community that includes marinas, shopping, and a variety of restaurants. Here are the best North Myrtle Beach waterfront restaurants to catch a great view and a great meal:
Boardwalk Billy’s
Located on the Dock Holidays Marina overlooking the ICW, Boardwalk Billy’s offers a variety of menu options and nightly entertainment. Stop in for one of its daily happy hour specials or grab lunch or dinner at this North Myrtle Beach waterfront restaurant. From ribs to sushi to all-you-can-eat crab legs on Tuesday, there’s enough variety to please every palette. And if the stunning waterfront view isn’t enough to entertain, check out its website for nightly events like Trivia Monday and live music on the weekends.
Seafood • Raw Bar • Burgers
Address: 1407 13th Ave N, North Myrtle Beach, SC 295
Website: boardwalkbillysnmb.com
Phone: (843) 299-0900
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 3:00 – 10:00PM, Friday – Saturday: 11:30AM – 11:00PM, Sunday: 11:30AM – 10:00PM
Greg Norman’s Australian Grille
Golf legend, Greg Norman, brings a taste of Australia to his waterfront North Myrtle Beach restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch. The menu ranges from the exotic, like grilled kangaroo; to the familiar, like juicy steaks cooked to order. Decorated with fine leather, art, and artifacts imported from Australia, it’s a 15x Wine Spectator Award of Excellence winner recognized as a premier steak and seafood restaurant. Eat inside, on the outdoor deck, or pull your boat into the restaurant’s dock space.
Australian • Steakhouse • Seafood
Address: 4930 US-17, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Website: gregnormanaustraliangrille.com
Phone: (843) 361-0000
Hours:
Monday – Saturday
- Lunch: 11:00AM – 3:00PM
- Dinner: 4:30PM – 9:00PM
Sunday
- Brunch: 10:00AM – 3:00PM
- Dinner: 4:30PM – 9:00PM
Taco Mundo Kitchen y Cantina
Their tagline, “no more siesta, start your fiesta”, sets the atmosphere for locals and tourists at this Barefoot Landing eatery. Surrounded by vibrant décor, enjoy lunch or dinner at this North Myrtle Beach waterfront restaurant while taking in the views from indoor and outdoor seating options. The menu includes traditional Mexican and Tex-Mex fare, including tacos, fajitas, and bowls. Browse its weekly calendar of events and specials to get you through the week, like Thirsty Thursday or Hump Day, with live music all weekend long. Unwind with a Tijuana Punch or another one of its signature cocktails, mezcals, or tequilas.
Mexican • Tex-Mex
Address: 4732 Hwy 17 S, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Website: tacomundocantina.com
Phone: (843) 427-2777
Hours: Daily: 11:00AM – 9:00PM
Lulu’s North Myrtle Beach
Lucy Buffett, sister of singer, Jimmy Buffett, brings her Coastal Southern roots and her love of cooking together at Lulu’s. On top of a nightly lineup of events and gorgeous North Myrtle Beach waterfront dining views, the menu features gluten, soy and dairy sensitive options alongside coastal seafood favorites and crowd pleasers like burgers, sandwiches, and tacos. The little ones will love the huge kid’s area with games and activities to round out the dining experience. Adults will enjoy the unique mix of signature drinks, beer, and wine selections. And before you go, explore its onsite gift shop for souvenirs and novelty t-shirts, Lucy’s cookbooks, and exclusive sauces and seasonings to use at home.
Seafood • Burgers • American
Address: 4954 Hwy 17 S, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Website: lulubuffett.com
Phone: (843) 491-5011
Hours: Daily: 11:00AM – 9:00PM
Filet’s
Located in the heart of Harbourgate Marina, Filet’s, offers great North Myrtle Beach waterfront views including all the action around the Little River Swing Bridge. The traditional indoor bar offers classic cocktails, a vast wine selection and a rotating beer lineup, paired with a full dinner menu featuring classic seafood dishes, sushi, and steak. Seating is available inside or outside at Capt’n Dilligaf’s Tiki Bar under a covered patio. Check their events calendar to see who will be playing the Tiki Deck on Fridays and Saturdays.
Seafood • Sushi • Steakhouse
Address: 2120 Sea Mountain Hwy # 1100, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Website: flyingfishmarket.com
Phone: (843) 280-5200
Hours: Monday-Saturday: 4:00PM – 10:00PM
Captain Archie’s
The building that houses Captain Archie’s was built in 1964, years before North Myrtle beach was even incorporated. A long-standing local favorite cloaked in maritime history and culture, it serves a seafood-inspired lunch and dinner menu daily. The waterfront North Myrtle Beach restaurant offers $5 Cheeseburger Monday, $1 hot dogs and karaoke on Wednesdays, and live music on the weekends, to accentuate the waterfront views available from inside or on its deck. Bikers will find a welcoming atmosphere on Custom Bike Night on Thursdays to meet and mingle with fellow motorcycle enthusiasts. And at Captain Archie’s, you won’t have to wait until happy hour for drink discounts with its list of all-day shot specials.
Seafood • Burgers • American
Address: 2200 Little River Neck Rd, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Website: captainarchies.com
Phone: (843) 427-4943
Hours: Daily: 11:00AM – Until
Waterscapes at Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
Nestled in the AAA Four Diamond-rated Marina Inn at Grande Dunes, Waterscapes offers an upscale atmosphere for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Developed by executive chef Navy veteran, Byron Bundoc, its menu combines Mediterranean, Indian, and Hispanic flavors cooked with locally sourced, sustainable ingredients. There’s something for every taste, from pasta to steak to paella to a full kid’s menu. Eat inside or outside with views of the waterway and the Marina Inn pool. Though reservations aren’t required, secure your table by calling ahead or using OpenTable for a reservation.
Seafood • Steakhouse • French
Address: 8121 Amalfi Pl, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
Website: waterscapesrestaurant.com
Phone: (843) 913-2845
Hours:
Daily:
- Breakfast: 6:30AM – 11:00AM
- Lunch: 11:00AM – 2:00PM
- Dinner: 5:30PM – 10:00PM
Flying Fish Public Market & Grill
Aside from the waterfront views, expect to see fresh catches on ice when you enter this North Myrtle Beach waterfront restaurant plus seafood market dining experience. Three floors of seating and an open floor plan include indoor and outdoor seating options. On the menu, you’ll find a variety of seafood favorites, including a build-your-own boil and low-country fare, along with burgers, tacos, and sushi. Next door to the Alabama Theater, it’s a convenient stop for dinner before a show. Daily happy hour includes a selection of wines, homegrown ales and its signature creations served in a fishbowl.
Seafood • Low Country • Steakhouse
Address: 4744 US-17 S, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Website: flyingfishmarket.com
Phone: (843) 663-3474
Hours: Daily: 11:00AM – 9:00PM