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    The Boathouse Waterway

    4.0 (274 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    THE BOATHOUSE WATERWAY ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Live music
    Good for dancing

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    Menu (only one side,sorry) was just delicious
    Holly I.

    The service, food, and atmosphere was top notch! We enjoyed a nice evening dining outside watching the intercostal waterway. It was very calm evening and we really enjoyed not only the music, but the food was delicious!!

    Duck BLT & wings
    Josh M.

    Here's the fork in the road: A) are you a hungry traveler staying at a hotel nearby, or B) looking for a roadhouse with rowdy customers, loud music, and plethora of (pricey) beer? Once you determine your objective, you'll understand the polarizing reviews. SCENARIO A: I know restaurants are slim in this area of the intercostal waterway, but do yourself a favor--hail a ride share or get in your car and drive to an actual restaurant. SCENARIO B: Check their schedule; the weekends are where it's at! In fact, many times the Boathouse runs out of local or in-house brews due to weekend demand. I agree with Yelper RockinConway who noted the beat-up, tavern feel of this venue. The staff is inline with the low upkeep expectations delivering beers haphazardly, often spilling on the table with indifference to the mess they've created. And yes, abundance of flies (dead or alive) may visit your table/food during a meal. All part of the...roadhouse ambiance. Once you get a feel for your surroundings, the average food the kitchen provides isn't surprising, but I will say it's fast. My waitress described the duck BLT was a duck breast with traditional bacon, lettuce, and tomato, however, the sandwich that arrived (see photo) provided a sliver of duck. As I was looking for a lighter sandwich, I was okay with the construction. The wings are either smoked or slow cooked and then lightly tossed in the sauces provided. No heat noticeable on the buffalo, but at least they do provide blue cheese. In the end, I'd argue The Boathouse is not trying to mask what it is. I stopped by here due to a local's recommendation, but upon further reflection, he noted the live music and beers created in-house as the highlight. Hopefully my review will help ya decide if you're looking for scenario a or b.

    Bumpin Uglies performing May 12, 2024.
    James D.

    Our favorite spot for live music on the Grand Strand. Free live music here nearly every day of the week in the late spring and summer, but they also book ticketed national acts like Everclear, Edwin McCain and Cowboy Mouth. Their free summer concert series is a real highlight every summer and the crowds are thick and quite diverse with people of all ages and backgrounds. Full bar with maybe 8 or so craft beers and Yuengling pints are $3.75. They offer waitress service outside no matter where you sit and they have lots of bar food options from which to choose. They also do a happy hour Monday through Friday. Tons of free parking across the street and you are allowed to leave and re-enter. Leave your weapons at home as security will definitely wand you and pat you down. Additionally, you're allowed to enter dockside if you pull up on some sort of watercraft. They will wand and i.d. you right there as you come up off the dock. I'd recommend this place to nearly everyone that visits or lives in the area. Minus one star because they need more bathrooms both outside and in.

    Boathouse Chicken Bog Balls
    Shelley D.

    Stopped in sure of the moment. Rather loud inside the venue but there is plenary of seating outside. There is a covered patio to sit under. They have live music on the weekends which was a nice bonus. The service was super friendly and super quick to get us served. SUPER FAST! Even the food was fast coming out. Got a d fresh...nothing under a heat lamp here. Nice place for all ages. Very easy going and laid back.

    Duck BLT! Definitely worth trying!

    Service was amazing, food was great! I ate here by myself and felt completely comfortable!

    Duck BLT
    William T.

    We came straight from the airport to the Boathouse. Very laid back atmosphere. The Duck sandwich was amazing. The drink are tasty and crazy expensive. On the weekends they have live music on their massive outdoor deck. Great casual diving spot.

    Fish Tacos
    HaLena L.

    Such great vibes! And delicious fish and chips. We went here and a Saturday and there was live entertainment outside which was great. We ordered the fish tacos and fish and chips which were amazing! We did not have to wait long for a food which was great because the place was very busy. Highly recommend this place for good vibes and great food.

    Outdoor seating
    Kasie M.

    This is a hidden gem spot in Myrtle Beach. Off the main strip- it definitely has the feel of a locals place. There's a variety of seating choices with tables, bar height tables, a large bar, and outdoor seating. We had great, friendly and attentive service by our server- Austin. The food was good and not too pricey. We had the Bog Balls appetizer that are a must try. They are like fried chicken and rice fritters. They are South Carolina's take on boudin balls. I had the fried chicken sandwich- it was nice and crispy- but there was more breading than chicken. The side of loaded potato salad was ok- a little bland- would be great with a little added fresh green onion or cracked pepper. My mom had the chicken avocado club and it was GREAT- nice amount of perfectly ripe avocado and no skimping on the chicken. The menu has something for everyone- from fish tacos to burgers. The cocktails were a little sweet but I still enjoyed my Pineapple express! Definitely recommend for a casual lunch!

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    2 months ago

    Great local hangout, great food good music, Kimmy,Maddie,and Jojo provide the best drinks ,food and service at the beach!

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    Came here by accident. Boy was I glad we did! Great vibe, music and food! Band was amazing! Outside is really nice too!

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    Enjoyed trivia on Wednesday night. Lots of draft beer options and good food. Nice waterway view. Great stage for live music on the weekends!

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    Food came out quick and young lady was very attentive to our needs. It was near closing time and we had full service. Fish was delicious

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    The food, the service and the band was terrific. It was clean and nice to be on the water

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    Worst experience ever. Server was awful. Food was horrible. Go to McDonalds.. save yourself time and money.

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    Carolina Roadhouse

    Carolina Roadhouse

    4.1(1.7k reviews)
    4.4 mi
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    We loved it. The place was full when we were there, but it didn't feel packed…read more Food quality was excellent. We had ribs and a filet. Service quality also great, and prices were reasonable.

    First things first--the atmosphere was very kid-friendly, and from the moment we walked in, we were…read morewelcomed with smiles by the hostesses. They quickly seated our party of five, which was a great start to our visit. The service was okay. Nothing over the top, but not bad either. There were a few times our drinks got low, and we had to look around for our waitress, but it wasn't a huge deal. One thing I did notice was that the restaurant felt a little warm and humid inside, but with how busy it was, I can understand why. Now let's get to the best part--the food! My mom ate the crab cakes and cleaned her plate. She said they were so good she almost licked the plate clean! The kids had the chicken tenders and loved them. They were just a little overcooked, which is why we ended up taking some home, but they still enjoyed them. My wife ordered the HUGE grilled shrimp salad and finished every bite. She left happy, but she did mention she would have liked a few more shrimp, especially considering the price. As for me, I had the Catch of the Day, which was swordfish. Let me tell you--if you've never tried swordfish before, go to Carolina Roadhouse and order it! I had mine broiled, and it was cooked perfectly. It was tender, flavorful, and hands down one of the best fish dishes I've had. My only complaint? I wanted more! Overall, my little family had a great experience, and we'll definitely be back. Next time, I'll finally be trying the famous ribs that everyone keeps talking about. Thanks for a great meal, Carolina Roadhouse! From the Griggs Family

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    Simply Southern Smokehouse - My own decisions and a sweet tea

    Simply Southern Smokehouse

    4.4(1.4k reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    I give 5 stars because food was fresh and hot . There is a young man who works there and he broke…read moreout into song . A star for just that ! Very friendly staff , I am in town for work and had 3 different people tell me to go here for comfort food . Fried chicken on point Mash potato's were instant so that was my least favorite . ALL the other veggies I tried were seasoned nicely and were very good . Lima beans were the best I have ever eaten . Peach cobbler was strangely good with the strange looking topping . I would eat that every time I went

    I had some business to attend to in South Myrtle Beach and as I finished up I started to get hungry…read morefor lunch. Luckily I saw a packed place on Mr. Joe White Avenue called Simply Southern Smokehouse. Place looked legit and had a full parking lot so I pulled in. There is only one way in and once you get in, the cashier is on the right with the $15 all you can eat buffet right next to it. The $15 also included all you can drink soft drinks, water and sweet tea. I paid my money and grabbed a plate and ran right up to the buffet. They start out light with vegetables and sides, working up to the main courses of fried chicken, fried fish, pulled pork, smoked chicken and some hot wings. After that, they had some mac & cheese, and then the desserts which was blueberry cobbler, peach cobbler, homemade banana pudding...and a couple of other things. I started off with some broad beans, stewed okra and tomatoes, smoked chicken and hot wings. I brought my plate and my silverware to an empty table, which was getting hard to find as the place was so packed and then went up to fetch me a glass of water to wash it down with. They serve Pepsi products and of course sweet tea but I was going to save my calories for dessert. The place was clean, well lit and the seating was well designed with booths along the wall and tables in the center... and plenty of room between the tables. Once seated I dug right in. The broad beans were excellent. Done right and full of flavor. The stewed tomatoes and okra, although cook correctly was a bit bland for my liking. The smoked chicken was excellent and I used a bit of the golden SC BBQ sauce on it...great...and homemade. The hot wings were the real deal meaty and moist with a nice kick. I finished the plate in about five minutes. Time for round two. On my second trip up, I put some collard greens, lima beans, a piece of fried chicken and a piece of fried fish on the fresh plate. As I sat down to eat, I put a bit of hot vinegar sauce on the collard greens and dug in. The collards were excellent and the homemade vinegar hot sauce gave it a bit of a kick and bite. The Lima beans were soft and loaded with flavor. I then moved on to the fried chicken, which was cooked correctly with the skin crispy and well battered and the meat moist on the inside. That said, it was bland. Given how well the beans were seasoned I was surprised. Same thing with the fish, but they had a real good house sauce for it which gave it a nice flavor and saved it, but overall both the fried chicken and the fried fish were bland. I then went up for a plate number three and realized I was not gonna be able to eat anymore mains, which was a shame since the pulled pork looked great... It will have to wait for the next time I come. I did, however leave a bit of room for dessert and I'm glad I did . The banana pudding was delicious with a full banana taste and 'Nilla wafers on top and bottom adding a bit of crunch. I only had enough room for one of the cobbler so I chose peach and it did not disappoint. Nice and warm with a sweet peach flavor and tasty crumbles. I wanted more but controlled myself. As I got up to leave, I placed five dollars on the table for the cleanup guy who was hustling and keeping the place neat and tidy. I then looked around and noticed this was a real local spot full of people from Myrtle Beach. You have families, elderly people, young people, construction workers and people from local businesses. For $15 it cannot be beat. Not only will I be back again but I plan on bringing some of my friends from up north who are going to love this place...plus I gotta try that pulled pork and Mac and cheese...if the fried chicken and fish have more seasoning, I'll up them to 5 stars.

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    Hook & Barrel - Fish bites

    Hook & Barrel

    4.5(1.8k reviews)
    6.9 mi
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    Food and service were both excellent! Oyster appetizers were great as well as the she crab soup…read more Parking can be a challenge so probably Uber or Lift is a good idea.

    Oh. My. Goodness. We first visited Hook & Barrel last year…read moreafter seeing great reviews. We immediately fell in love. They stay packed out, but last year, we were able to get a seat (seated by host) at the bar. This year, knowing we wanted to return, we made a reservation. Upon arrival, we were seated in a quieter section of the restaurant which was quite nice. Our server, Michael, was personable, knowledgeable about the menu, and a great asset to the restaurant as a whole. Hubs ended up ordering one of the catches of the day...tilefish, while I opted for the Shrimp Louie Salad. Both were phenomenal. Oh, I didn't even mention the homemade rosemary and herb crackers along with homemade pimento cheese they bring to your table. I could make a meal on just that. By the time dessert rolled around, we were stuffed, but we grabbed what we thought was a slice of Key Lime Pie to take with us for later. It turned out to be it's own little pie which served us dessert for two nights. It may very well be the best Key Lime Pie we have ever tasted. Don't sleep on this place. Make a reservation. Go and enjoy. It's well worth it and your tastebuds will thank you.

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    Paula Deen's Family Kitchen - Family Style Experience

    Paula Deen's Family Kitchen

    3.4(1.1k reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    Visited Paula Deen's Myrtle Beach, SC location on Mother's Day Sunday 2026 around 7pm. The place…read morewas full but there was no wait time for our party of 6 adults. We were promptly seated and drink orders were taken. The waiter reappeared about 15 mins later with drinks and cheese rolls and took the table's order. We settled on the Aspen family meal which consisted of 2 meats and 4 sides. We chose smothered pork tenderloin and fried chicken along with mac 'n cheese, collard greens, fried okra and candied yams. Fried chicken was awesome, crispy, with an assortment of dark and white meat pieces. We were looking for a knife because of the pork tenderloin and realized you don't need it. It was that tender. You could cut it with a fork and it too was awesome. Everyone raved about all the side items except the mac & cheese it was a bit on the bland side so it was not our favorite. There was no need for a refill of any of the food. The first round was very ample sized and everyone left very satisfied. And if I have a bit of feedback, our waiter was not attentive unlike the waitress serving the tables in our same area. He was didn't bother to come back and see if we needed a refill on any of the drinks or the food. The only disappointing thing was they no longer offer you a small sample size dessert to finish up your meal. It's been a while since I've dined here so I'm not sure how long that change has been in place. However, we understand the food industry continues to be impacted by the current economy. Overall, the restaurant was very clean, including the restrooms. It's a nice place to feed a large family who hates buffets.

    This was a bucket list for me and unfortunately it wasn't as I had expected. My husband & I were to…read moremeet family for lunch at the Boardwalk and decided on Paula Deen's Family Restaurant. Will say the area, the location, the draw and the atmosphere is fantastic, but not the food. Our family left disappointed by the overall quality of the meal, particularly given the establishment's reputation and the high price point. The cost for 4 people exceeded our expectations an amount that felt disproportionate to the overall experience provided. The service was adequate. Our waitress was courteous, but could have kept up on our drink refills. The food fell significantly short of our heightened anticipation. Dishes arrived at the table within minutes of ordering, far quicker than would be consistent with individual dish preparations. This is served family style with options of your main courses and sides. The okra was good, but had some very hard pieces. I bit down on one that was so hard it could have broken a tooth. Green beans were decent, but extremely salty. The creamed potatoes were the best thing in my opinion and we were able to be served both the white & brown gravy's. The fried chicken was so dry and uneatable, with extremely minimal flavor and texture that did not meet standard expectations for Southern-style preparation. We realized after the fact: you can request the chicken parts. The macaroni & cheese tasted mushy offering little depth of homemade character. The biscuits were also very dry. They looked great, but tasted bland. The fried fish & tartar sauce was probably the most memorable dish. However, not everyone in our party had it because they do not like it. There's other options for "main" choices, but you'll have to compromise as a group. You'll have to do the same as far as the sides too! I would not recommend Paula Deen's Family Restaurant based on this visit and would advise potential patrons to consider other options for Southern comfort food while in Myrtle Beach. There are many more options within this great broad-walk complex. That said, I would suggest shopping in the gift store located in the downstairs of the building, as there are lots of merchandise that represents Paula Deen far better than her eatery. * If you happen to be a Food Network FAN (like I am). Flavor Town is coming to the other side of town. Location will be at the Myrtle Beach Mall & will open in June 2026*

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