One of the best parts about taking a trip to North Myrtle Beach is the coastal water. With cool breezes in the morning, to long days on the sand, North Myrtle’s coastal location truly enhances the experience of the trip.
One of the best things about having so much access to the coast is that it creates unique business opportunities for travelers, which brings us to today’s topic: waterfront dining. Due to its proximity to the Coast, North Myrtle Beach has quite a few restaurants serving great food right on the water.
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Local on the Water
Starting things off with a local favorite, this waterfront eatery features a sandbar with lawn chairs! Specializing in all types of food and delicious cold drinks, Local on the Water’s menu includes juicy burgers, homemade pizzas, steak meals, and shrimp scampi, just to name a few. They also frequently host live music events, so check their calendar and plan ahead if you’re looking for a calm time on the water with some good food.
- Address: 1525 13th Ave N
- Hours: 11:30 AM – 10:30 PM (till 11:30 PM on Friday and Saturday)
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Boardwalk Billy’s
While the vibes here are casual, the view is serious! Sit either inside or on the deck, overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway as you enjoy a cozy, family-friendly meal. Billy’s serves all the burgers, fries, and wings you’d expect from a North Myrtle Beach diner, but we would also recommend their crab leg dinner, especially if you’re in a larger group!
- Address: 1407 13th Ave N
- Hours: 11:30 AM – 9 PM (till 10 PM on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday)
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Blue Drum Waterfront
Voted the best in the Grand Strand for Seafood, Outdoor Dining, a Place for a Date, and Best Overall. Try out the crab cakes, shrimp and grits, she crabs soup, or any number of items from their raw bar at this upscale diner that sources some of the freshest seafood in the area. Along with your meal, you can enjoy some delicious seasonal cocktails with a stunning view of the Intracoastal Waterway. If you just have one night to plan a date in the Grand Strand, this would be our pick.
- Address: 4430 Kingsport Rd
- Hours: 11:30 AM – 9 PM
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Fillet’s
Enjoy a waterfront steak, sushi, or seafood dinner at Fillet’s! Situated on the Harbourgate Marina in the Little River, this eatery gives you a beautiful view of the water along with a menu offering over 15 different types of sushi! Aside from that, Fillet’s also offers seafood staples, including steamed clams, as well as a steak menu, featuring ribeye and prime rib. Before visiting, check out their event calendar, as Fillet’s will typically have live music most nights, adding to this waterfront dining experience.
- Address: 2120 Sea Mountain Hwy #1100
- Hours: 4 PM – 9 PM
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Enjoy Coastal Dining on Your Next Trip to North Myrtle Beach!
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