The Crafty Rooster Bar and Grill Tucked right in the heart…read moreof downtown Conway, The Crafty Rooster Bar and Grill is the kind of hidden gem you hope to stumble upon--and then can't stop talking about once you do. Helen and I discovered it while scouting out local spots, and its location couldn't be better--just steps from the scenic Conway Riverwalk, surrounded by charming shops and historic buildings. Even the street parking (easy parallel with a two-hour window) felt like part of the laid-back, small-town experience. From the moment we walked in, the vibe hit just right: cozy, welcoming, and full of locals who clearly know a good thing when they see it. The staff made us feel right at home--friendly, attentive, and happy to help us navigate the menu. We kicked things off with the cold lobster dip, and let me tell you--this isn't your average appetizer. Imagine a creamy lobster roll transformed into a rich, indulgent dip, packed with chunks of lobster and served with warm pita points. It was the kind of dish you don't want to share... but have to. Helen went for the Reuben--perfectly stacked with shaved corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and house-made Thousand Island, all grilled on black rye. I opted for the seafood platter with fish and shrimp, cooked to perfection. The fries were hand-cut, the seafood was fresh and flavorful, and while the jalapeño dill slaw had a bit more kick than I expected, the rest of the plate absolutely delivered. As we soaked in the atmosphere, we spotted a plate of loaded Brussels sprouts heading to another table--crispy, golden, tossed in garlic parmesan sauce, and topped with bacon and shredded parmesan. Safe to say, that's already on our must-try list for next time. And so is their "Everything but the Hen" wrap--a hearty combo of shaved steak, grilled shrimp, bacon, fresh veggies, provolone, and horseradish mayo wrapped up in a soft tortilla. Yes, it sounds as good as it looks. The best part? After a couple of beers, a full seafood platter, a loaded Reuben, and that incredible lobster dip, our total was still under $50--even with tip and tax. Great food, great prices, and a relaxed, local vibe--The Crafty Rooster Bar and Grill has officially earned a spot on our regular rotation. We'll definitely be back for more.

Went here on Thursday February 19th 2026 with my dad for some dinner. We walked in and sat…read moreourselves at a table. At 4PM, they are actually less busy and there was no wait! Our server was very nice and took care of us. Both my dad and I ordered some waters. and started with the nachos. Nachos were very enjoyable, and came out in a timely manner. I ordered the Philly with mac and cheese, and my dad ordered the same thing, but with fries instead. Food came out in a timely manner. Mac and cheese is one of my favorites delicious, and creamy. The philly sandwich is very good, and a little spicy. Took half of it home in a box. Paid via credit card and left a cash tip. Hope to be back another time, and soon!

OMG! Awesome. Everything was perfect. Try the Key lime pie martini... try the Yaki Salmon BLT…read more... You can't go wrong. Hubby had chicken strips... not your everyday type of chicken strips either. Huge. Server was perfect. Go, just go!! You won't be disappointed

A great recommendation by a friend! There were four of us in the party and we were all pretty…read moreimpressed. The burger was cooked perfectly, the fries were amazing and crispy, the salad was quite large and plentiful, the cheese steak was legit and the French dip had the best flavor. Our service was top notch, as all servers help each table and not just one per table. The environment was fun with all the Halloween decorations. The bathrooms were very clean and easily accessible. I would def recommend this restaurant if you're in Conway!

On our way to the beach looking for a non tourist stop. Food was great with different takes on…read moreflavor that were a good surprise. Vibe was good nice lighting and music. Sat at the bar and had great service. The calamari was a call out with jalapeño dip. Definitely on the list for future meals.

Went here for the first time with my family and had the best time!! The vibes were amazing and the…read moreservice was good. Food was amazing. We got there in time for happy hour so we tried a little bit of everything. I would really recommend the edamame, Brussels sprouts, and tuna on crispy rice. We also got the spicy tuna roll, Cesar salad, firecracker roll and more - literally everything was delicious. The only issue we had was the bar which was so backed up that it was taking forever for us to get our drinks. We ate all our food by the time our second round came out. The vibes were so good though that I wasn't even upset about it. Def go here if youre visiting from out of town.

Nice tucked away spot, lunch or dinner. Lots of fun during football season and great food and taps…read more Service is attentive and timely. Really enjoyed the flat bread and sides are plentiful Looked like the patio was hopping too. Highly recommended for a nice lunch or football afternoon

Food was fast and delicious! Our server Riley told us she was new, but she was wonderful and very…read moreattentive. I had the steak and my husband had the French dip. Lots of specials and a fun atmosphere!

What a cool place. Visiting the area and stopped in today for a quick lunch. The food was really…read moregood, the service was good, and we didn't wait long for our food. It took our waiter a little long to come back for our order after we put in our appetizer, but other than that I can't complain.

We had a great experience at Grumpy Monk! There's tons of parking, which is always a plus, and…read morethere are both indoor and outdoor seating options. Inside, the space is really open with lots of TVs, so you won't miss a game no matter where you're sitting. Everything was super clean, which we definitely noticed and appreciated. The staff struck were attentive and friendly without hovering. Their draft selection is excellent, with plenty of options to choose from. As for the food, everything came out exactly as ordered, tasted delicious, and the portions were huge. Prices were very reasonable for the quality and amount of food. Definitely worth checking out...we'll absolutely be back!!!

Hannah our bartender/server was terrific. Ok, we were nearly the only people to n this huge place,…read moretypically frequented by the local college crowd (more than us 4 retirees)! Food was reasonably priced and good portions but just ok. Nothing worth complaining about, but very little any of us would want again (with the exception of potato skins and potato salad). So this was a Solid 3 until my husband told me how bad the bathroom is. On a Monday, after a snow day.

The food was delicious! The portions were huge. I got my food to go and the bartender was…read morefriendly and answered all my questions thoroughly. I'll be returning! Thank you!!!

TLDR: 2nd visit after 9 months, still same poor service and timing. Not worth your time or money…read moreunless you have nothing to do later in the day, and at that better off going to somewhere like Chili's. Visited last in late March of 2025 and had very poor service. It was not busy, with maybe 6-8 other patron groups on arrival. Our server took a good few minutes to even come over to our table. Food timing took FOREVER, I am talking well over 35 minutes for our appetizer order and then another 20-30 minutes to get our main courses, while other tables seated after us got appetizers and main courses before us. And then when this review was written, December 28th 2025, we came back hoping it's improved, but service still slow. It was maybe twice as packed from my last visit but it still took 15 minutes before our server came, and another 20-25 minutes for our appetizer to come in while a later seated table got 2 appetizers long before us, and wasn't checked in on to order main course until moments before the appetizer came out. The main course then took another 35+ minutes, with no regular updates on status in kitchen. And the server kept going to every single table around us that came after us instead of even taking our order so we sat there with menus for 30 minutes. Table nearby us was even complaining about the service and food quality to the supervisor. While the food was still okay, not worth the "long wait times" in kitchen and server quality is not the best. If the servers were a little more regular with checking on your table, kitchen timing a little more faster would be better but I can only give this place at most 2/5 stars on a good day. Will not ever be coming to this location again lol.

Went here for the 1st time at this location on Saturday December 27th 2025 with my parents for a…read moremuch needed dinner. Applebees is a chain restaurant that serves burgers, salads, some fish, and other items that a chain usually has, like ribs. They can also be known for their drinks as well. Anyways, we walked in, and there was an 30 Minute wait, they said the Kitchen was backed up, okay- so we said no, but spent maybe that same time or less in the car. So we get out of the car and changed our minds and decided to wait. We also went to the bar, and was called when our table was ready. At the bar, we decided on drinks while we waited, and my mom had the tipsy reindeer drink. I had a Blue Mana Drink. Bartender did his job and checked ID. We also ordered nachos, and BBQ boneless wings as an appetizer. Before you know it, our table was ready. Oh, and both in the bar, and in the restaurant, it felt a little chilly. anyways, so we moved to the table in the restaurant and was somewhat seated near the door. Not sure if it helped the cold situation. Anyways, our server was very pleasant and had lots of southern hospitality. Although it took her longish to greet us- but can understand because when it's busy, it can be a rush to get there. With the server we ordered 3 waters, and my dad ordered another drink, and the waitress recommended the sleigh all day margarita. Also because our waitress took a little long to greet us-- it did give us time to look over the menu and decide what we wanted to order. After finally getting our waters and my dad's drink. For entrees My mom and I did the 2 for $25 deal which was on the back of the menu, one can get 2 entrees and an appetizer- I got the Oriental Chicken Salad, and my mom got the same thing, and we got the Fried Mosseralla Appetizer. My dad ordered a Whisky Jam Burger, which sounded like Fridays old burger. Finally the appetizers came out- the nachos and boneless wings. The nachos were enjoyable, and came with guacomole on top! (My mom and i liked that, my dad not so much). The wings sauce was good, but it tasted like it spent too much time under a hot lamp and was dried out. Fried Mossarella was good too! Finally the entrees came out, and i enjoyed my salad, as did my mom. My dad also enjoyed his burger. As it got less busy, our waitress checked on us more often. Oh, although we ran into an issue that the ketchup was empty at our table, and my dad was searching the restaurant for a ketchup, and unfortunately they only had ketchup packets, in which the bartender apologized for- but the waitress seemed rude about it. she said to my dad "excuse me?" Now he used the packets, but no need to be rude about it. Anyways, I enjoyed my salad, as well as my mom. We also asked for boxes as we didn't finish all of our salad. We paid the check via a gift card and left a cash tip. We enjoyed our food, and would probably be back! Although a little bit of slow service for some reason, but maybe next time there will be better service!

This is a hidden gem. It's not too far from Broadway at the Beach and the ocean. It's in a…read morewarehouse area and it gives an authentic vibe of how great breweries rise from humble origins. They are famous for their Dirty Myrtle IPA. Only at the brewery, can you drink and take away their blood orange Dirty Myrtle IPA. It's worth the visit to get this. The bartenders are friendly and know their products. They now have a seltzer on tap and it is not too sweet. They have a food truck.

We traveled a like bit around the Myrtle Beach playground the last few days. Found a place in our…read morebackyard worth mentioning. No food was needed just wanted drinks. Our upmost friendly servers did not disappoint. So many 6 oz pours were enjoyed and presented at our request. Not pressure feeling just enjoyable and relaxing.

Another one we stumbled across, super friendly staff and very cool atmosphere, definitely a…read morerecommended stop.

The drinks were easily the highlight of our visit--well-crafted, balanced, and clearly made by…read moresomeone who knows what they're doing. Creative options and solid execution made the bar experience enjoyable. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the drinks. While presentation was decent, the flavors were underwhelming and portions felt average for the price. Nothing was terrible, but nothing stood out or made us want to order it again. If you're stopping by for cocktails and conversation, this place delivers. If food is the main draw, there are better options nearby.

Went in for drinks while killing time before a work dinner!…read more Definitely a locals place, but didn't feel unwelcome as a tourist! Bartender was super nice!

This place is my spirit animal. A perfect dive bar, old school, great atmosphere, everything I want…read morein a bar and more. I wish the world would go back to this time.