8 of the Coolest Restaurants on the Water in Myrtle Beach

Looking for the prettiest views in town while you wine and dine? One way to make the most of summer is to dine out at one of the many restaurants on the water in Myrtle Beach. Little River has a cluster of cool waterfront restaurants that are always hopping with families. You’ll find plenty of restaurants up and down the Grand Strand with pretty water views.

Dock your boat and dine at these cool waterfront restaurants

Check out our quick video about places you can dock your boat and dine in Myrtle Beach:

Here’s our round-up of the best of restaurants on the water in Myrtle Beach, and throughout the Grand Strand:

Restaurants on the Water in Myrtle Beach

Dine with water views in and around Myrtle Beach! Here are some great waterfront restaurants to try.

Sea Captains House Oceanfront Dining

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Best restaurant when you’re in the mood for fried seafood
Why locals love it: Casual oceanfront dining with great food. A family-run restaurant with excellent seafood (and breakfast!) located right next to the ocean.
What to Order: the fried shrimp

Croakers at Apache Pier

Oceanfront views, great food, cold beers.

RipTydz

Best restaurant when you’re in the mood for a casual, fun place to meet friends
Why locals love it: RipTydz overlooks the ocean with a large deck, beach game area, and open dining area.
What to order: Mahi tacos and a beer

Places you can dock your boat

Lucy Buffet's Lulu's

Best restaurant when you want to eat in peace while your kids are entertained
Why locals love it: the gigantic beach play area for kids and casual menu
What to order: blackened fish tacos are a little spicy and go great with a cold beer

Anchor Cafe at the Marina Inn

Best restaurant when you’re in the mood for upscale bar food and cocktails
Why locals love it: the deck overlooking the waterway! Open during the summer season, this is located right next to the Marina Inn.
What to order: fried pickles to start, followed by Mahi tacos

The Boathouse – The Landing at The Boathouse

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Best restaurant when you’re in the mood for great food, views, and brews… and live music
Why locals love it: This boat-up establishment has a huge lawn with concerts throughout the summer.
What to order: the hand-cut chicken fingers are unusually delicious

Little River + North Myrtle Beach Waterfront Restaurants

Crab Catchers

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Best restaurant when you’re in the mood for a laidback Little River afternoon

Why locals love it: super friendly service and great food

What to order: the fried corn is popular!!

Murrells Inlet + Pawleys Island

Drunken Jack’s

Best restaurant when you’re in the mood to be outside

Why locals love it: so many reasons. The marsh views, the friendly staff, the fantastic seafood.

What to order: The shrimp in butter appetizer! Dip your bread in it… magical.

Austin’s Cabana Cafe and Ocean One

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Best restaurant when you’re in the mood for a fun date with your

Why locals love it: the oceanfront views, fresh seafood menu, and the superb service

What to order: Honestly, anything. This is a fine dining casual menu and everything is delicious - but a grouper BLT is especially delicious with crispy French fries.

Check out our Myrtle Beach guide for more local recommendations:

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SEAFOOD | Where to find the best local Seafood in Myrtle Beach
THAI FOOD | The Best Thai in Town
BREWERIES | Cool Breweries in the Myrtle Beach area
BURGERS | Best Burgers in Myrtle Beach