Landofi's is an absolute gem in Pawleys…read more Food, service, and ambience are incredible! They have the best covered, outside patio with a fireplace. That is a great spot to dine.

Hands down the best pizza on the grand strand and the cannolis out of this world. Service is always…read moregood and they have a nice bar. Great place to eat

This was our first time dining at Caffe Piccolo, selected by our friend (for husband's birthday)…read more Having had reservations, it made no sense that the 4 of us were seated at a table separating us by a half-wall from four service stations being the (1) entry/exit to the kitchen, (2) electronic processing for customer transactions, (3) restrooms and service door(s) and (4) 2-way traffic for active servers from bar-to-kitchen-to-one-dining-room-to-another. Acknowledging that every table/booth in every restaurant is $money$, this table for 4 we were escorted to should either not exist or would do far better being creatively encased with an added structure to camouflage both these spaces and dampen the associated noise. On behalf of "the man of honor" who deserved far better, I appealed to the hostess to be seated elsewhere and graciously, she did so, in the dining area where the bar is located, not lending itself well to relaxed conversation, however. Oh well. Making up for the initial shifts and adjustments above, our server "Hunter" and the entrés 3 of the 4 of us chose were so delicious! Starting with Hunter, Cafe Piccolo would be wise to invest in retaining his skills in any possible manner. As a server, he was attentive, knowing what we needed and exactly when. He was warm, patient, personable and gentlemanly with a charming sense of humor. I cannot figure out how he was able to demonstrate such positive qualities with the 4 of us in conjunction with attending the other diners in this completely FULL dining room! The three of us ordered one of the specials offered--seared scallops with spinach-mushroom ravioli...magnifico!! This was prepared with super plump scallops, seared to perfection and the dough of the ravioli was light and thin. One of 3 salads is offered with entrées and, without hesitation, the one with Roquefort cheese dressing was a quick choice. Unfortunately, we live over an hour north of this delicious Italian cafe so returning frequently isn't likely. But if we're ever passing through the area, Cafe Piccolo (w/ Hunter as our server, of course) is #1 on our list.

I dined here for my birthday and all the food tasted very delicious. The atmosphere was quiet and…read moreintimate. You could tell they made their own pasta because the texture was soft yet firm in your mouth. I would recommend this restaurant for date night or celebrating a special occasion.

Nick is an absolute legend!…read more We came to Portofino not knowing what to expect, and we left completely blown away -- and honestly, a huge part of that was our waiter, Nick. This guy is on another level. From the moment we sat down, Nick's energy, knowledge, and genuine passion for hospitality set the tone for the entire evening. He wasn't just taking our order -- he was curating an experience. Now let's talk about the Cacio e Pepe -- insanely good doesn't even begin to cover it. It was perfectly executed: silky, bold, with just the right bite of pepper. Classic done right. But you know what made it taste even better? Nick. He recommended it with such confidence and enthusiasm that we had to order it, and he absolutely delivered. Nick was attentive without being overbearing, knowledgeable without being pretentious, and just an all-around fantastic human being. He made us feel like VIP guests from start to finish -- checking in at exactly the right moments, offering spot-on suggestions, and keeping the whole experience flowing effortlessly. If you go to Portofino, you absolutely should ask for Nick by name. He is the kind of server that reminds you why going out to dinner is supposed to be a special occasion. We will 100% be back, and Nick is a big reason why. Portofino, you have a gem on your staff. Treat him well!

My friend and I were looking for Italian on a Sat afternoon and drove past and decided to try. It's…read moredef on the classier side for the beach but they did not care about our shorts and sweatshirts. The food was absolutely delicious. I ordered the eggplant parm and cleaned my plate. I also really enjoyed the spice mix for the oil and complimentary bread.

Cute little pizza joint with decent pies. Good for lunch and stay for evening fun A few beers on…read moretap and other drink choices

Ordered two pizzas for take out. One with all kinds of meat. The other Hawaiian. My honest advice…read moreis to head down to the local grocery store, walk to the freezer section and get a Red Baron! Sorry, but this pizza was not good. Crust bottom covered with uncooked flour, crust as dry and flavorless as cardboard and half the cheese wasn't melted. Not to mention they put banana peppers on the Hawaiian pizza. Who does that? I don't usually leave negative reviews, but if I can save one person from wasting their hard earned cash, then my review will have served its purpose. Get a frozen pizza, or just try a different place. This truly was awful. We never have left over pizza...i think we threw out the equivalent of one whole pizza. No pictures to offer, either. I wasn't going to leave a review, but decided to after second thought. I can't tell you how the service or atmosphere were cause the pizza was take out.

The service is fabulous.the Food is Amazing. We will return always to Root. The cocktails were so…read moreAMAZING the decor was so beautiful we loved it all

I should have realized with an almost empty dining room on a Friday night something was wrong. I…read morejust wanted a steak and thought this would be a good Yelp stop. The hostess handed us menus with the "food not available list". Kinda disappointed. Ended up with a burger, which was good, not outstanding, just good. Reading a few reviews, the "out of food" seems to be a trend for awhile. If you plan on stopping in, be aware.

We had SUCH a great experience! All our food was excellent- our dinner companion was Italian and…read morelocalish and very excited to find excellent local Italian food. The owner stopped by our table multiple times. He and our waitress were so nice to our son, who I think was the only kid the in the restaurant. They explained how the food was made, making it overly clear how much care went in to everything they brought out. Their bruschetta bread and rolls are both made in house - and everyone loved them. I'm gluten free and they were able to accommodate with multiple multiple options. The menu had stars next to all the options they could make gluten free and it was SO NICE to have so many options. Even gf breaded chicken parm! I ended up trying the chicken fiorentina, which was excellent but am hopeful I can try the parm some day. Definitely go and meet them and have yourself a GREAT Italian dinner!!

An absolute banker of a five star performance. No hesitation. No debate…read more The moment you walk in, you half expect Tony Soprano to be tucked away in the corner booth, having a quiet word over a glass of red. There is something about this place. Old school. Proper. The sort of spot where you mind your business and enjoy your meal, because whatever's going on across the room is none of your concern. They don't waste time getting you sorted either. Straight into it with a soup to start, name escapes me but I can still taste it clear as day. Silky, rich, proper comforting stuff. The kind that makes you stop mid sentence and give a little nod of approval. Then the homemade rolls arrive, warm, soft, and dangerously good. You tell yourself one and done, but let's be honest, that's never how it goes. For the entrée, I stayed loyal. Chicken Alfredo. My go to whenever I'm sizing up an Italian spot. And mate, this one delivered in full. Creamy without being over the top, seasoned just right, and put together like someone in the back takes real pride in what they're doing. No shortcuts, no funny business. The lady went for the trio, chicken, shrimp, veal, the full works. A confident order and she was well pleased, which tells you everything you need to know. Portion sizes? Exactly as they should be. Generous without being ridiculous. We gave it a proper go, waved the white flag halfway through, and still had a tidy bit left to take back to the condo. Arguably just as good the second time round. And then there's the service. Shoutout Sammi. Absolute star. Made a couple from Texas feel like regulars on their third visit. Attentive without hovering, sharp without being stiff. Just how it should be. Some places serve food. This place gives you a proper evening. Five stars. Locked in.

I love bistro 217. We always Uber there. As usual we sat at the bar. I got a cosmo to start. He…read moregot one of their speciality drinks. Absolutely delicious. On to dinner. I ordered the carpaccio. And he ordered a chicken and rice dish. Both dinners were delicious. We also got dessert. A lemon tart with ice cream. If you see me there, stop by and say hello.

We were told we had to try Bistro 217 while in Pawley's Island so we were delighted when they were…read moreable to accommodate us as a last minute reservation on a Friday evening. Has a great evening out vibe but not in the stuffy or uptight way. Staff and servers were friendly, professional and handling the busy crowd well. We were served waters right away and a drink order was taken, then the beautiful bread basket was delivered and it had an assortment of carrots and celery plus, a crunchy flatbread cracker, buttery cheese biscuit, yeast roll, and a rustic sourdough roll (I'm guessing on these, but we ate them all!). For our meal we settled on the pork schnitzel with kale, brussels, and roasted potatoes and the scallops with butternut squash risotto. The schnitzels was lovely with its crispy breading, a creamy mushroom "gravy" and an onion sauce for the potatoes and veggies that was rich and flavorful. The brussels were caramelized and paired perfectly with creamy elements. The sautéed onions pulled the potatoes and kale in and it was just a great plate of food. Elevated comfort, Scallops were cooked perfectly and were tender with a nice "crust" and the risotto had chunks of pork belly and butternut squash for a salty/sweet balance. Sadly we didn't get dessert because we were headed to a party but we will be back to try the short rib and bread pudding!