Surfside Beach Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Surfside Beach

April 15, 2018 Fernanda Pittenger

Surfside Beach is a town in Horry County, South Carolina, United States. Its nickname is "The Family Beach". The population was 3,837 at the 2010 census, down from 4,425 in 2000. It is considered a part of the Grand Strand.
Things to do in Surfside Beach

1. Valentino's Italian Restaurant

323 Highway 17 Business, Surfside Beach, SC 29575 Free Wifi, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Credit Cards Italian, Pizza, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +1 843-839-4949
Excellent
83%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 860 reviews

Valentino's Italian Restaurant

Reviewed By MILLANDRO - Mint Hill, North Carolina

Don't let the cheesy exterior fool you, this place is authentic Italian fare. Once inside, the atmosphere screams Italy. It is family owned and the waitstaff prides themselves on knowing how each dish is created. Music by an excellent Italian singer who played the piano...MoreThank you for stopping by! Thank you for taking the time to review us! We apologize about the noise, sometimes it is hard to control. Hope to see you back again soon!

2. Meyer's Ice Cream Parlor

1906 Highway 17 N, Surfside Beach, SC 29575-6075 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible American Late Night +1 843-828-4616
Excellent
90%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 246 reviews

Meyer's Ice Cream Parlor

We will be closing for the season on DEC 3rd, 2017 and reopening on Friday Feb 9th, 2018!!! .

Reviewed By kl4inpl - Lodz, Poland

Stopped for ice cream after dinner. So many flavors, so many possibilities from hard ice cream to soft serve to gelato to ice cream sandwiches, sundaes, dips, etc. Homemade waffle cones were delicious. The hard ice cream was great. The softserve was bland and the cherry dip lacked flavor. Everything else we had was great and prices were very reasonable. Great customer service - very patient especially considering such a vast menu of choices.
Would definitely return.

3. Benjamin's Bakery & Cafe

810 3rd Ave S, Surfside Beach, SC 29575-3620 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts American Express, Accepts Credit Cards American, Cafe, Delicatessen, Healthy Lunch, Breakfast, Brunch SGD 4 - SGD 10 +1 843-477-1102
Excellent
65%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 113 reviews

Benjamin's Bakery & Cafe

Established in 1994, Benjamin's Bakery & Cafe is a Bagel shop, Bakery, Coffeehouse and Cafe in one. Serving Breakfast and Lunch sandwiches from Bacon Egg & Cheese on bagel to homemade chicken salad on baked in house cranberry-multi grain bread, Benjamin's is a privately owned and family-operated bakery offering quality, baked-from-scratch products. At Benjamin's Cafe, the art of crafting the best cup of coffee starts with selecting the best local coffee bean roaster. Grinding the beans fresh for each pot brewed. Smoothies are a specialty. Homemade cream cheese flavors and chicken salad. Bagels to go or toasted with a smear of homemade cream cheese. Offering a full line of sweets from doughnut holes to Sticky Buns. Benjamin's is proud to bake wholesale Pretzels, Breads, Bagels and Sweets for over 100 local restaurants for 20+ years.

Reviewed By Robert C - Coastal South Carolina, South Carolina

It is a quaint smaller place to enjoy a wide selection of sandwiches on great breads. The decor features local arts and crafts and is a few blocks from the beach. Food is made fresh and has a variety of items and specials. Good service and good , fresh food, you can also buy some day old items for a low price.

4. Southside Grill

355 Highway 17 N, Surfside Beach, SC 29575-6030 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Highchairs Available, Accepts Credit Cards American Dinner SGD 8 - SGD 26 +1 843-839-8043
Excellent
79%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 121 reviews

Southside Grill

Small owner operated restaurant with made to order burgers, seafood, salads, steaks and homemade desserts. B.Y.O.B.

Reviewed By travelingbillbury - Blowing Rock, North Carolina

Such a cozy, welcoming place. Real hospitality. GREAT FOOD. They treat everyone like family. A delightful experience every time. Very inexpensive, especially considering the quality of the ingredients and the generous portions. You can't go wrong here. Check the specials board...Ric usually has something seasonal and tempting in addition to the extensive regular menu. And ask what desserts Mimi made for the day.

5. The Ole Fashion Ice Cream Parlor

665 Highway 17 S Ste A, Surfside Beach, SC 29575-6086 Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Parking Available American +1 843-238-5804
Excellent
81%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 91 reviews

The Ole Fashion Ice Cream Parlor

Reviewed By CathyP1953 - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

I ate a delicious HALF PRICE banana split.... yes.... half price on Thursday. The parlor was extremely busy tonight, but it was well worth the wait!!!! I ordered 3 large scoops of vanilla ice cream with chocolate syrup, strawberries, and whipped cream!!! So YUMMY!!!! We will return for another fabulous ice cream treat!!!

6. Omega Pancake House

1617 Highway 17 N, Surfside Beach, SC 29575-6016 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible American, Greek, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +1 843-238-5292
Excellent
78%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 637 reviews

Omega Pancake House

Reviewed By Amber C

We took recommendations from other reviews and ordered the pecan pancakes and French toast. They were delicious! The chicken sausage was also awesome - and definitely get the Arnold Palmers! Friendly staff, relaxing atmosphere, rustic decor, and great prices!

7. Joey Doggs Burger and Fries

1818 Highway 17 N, Near Old Time Pottery, Surfside Beach, SC 29575-6071 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts American Express, Accepts Credit Cards American Lunch, Dinner SGD 7 - SGD 13 +1 843-238-5639
Excellent
77%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 394 reviews

Joey Doggs Burger and Fries

Joey Doggs is a fresh never frozen small restaurant. We make everything in house except the appetizers and chicken tenders. Our burgers are 90/10 Angus Beef which are pressed in our kitchen. Hot dogs are 100% all beef. We make our own onion rings, fresh cut our own fries. We also make our own chili and slaw as well as meatballs and Sloppy Joes!!! Our wings are fresh and not frozen. We are NOT a chain we are a small family owned restaurant and WE LOVE COOKING FOR YOU!!!

Reviewed By MEtoFL - Agawam, Massachusetts

Made our yearly stop at Joey's Doggs. Great burgers and Dogs along with fresh home made onion rings and fresh fries. All this a a reasonable price and served with a smile. Just a small place but all refurbished seating and pleasantWe are so glad you made your yearly pilgrimage to the Myrtle Beach area and came back to see us here at Joey Doggs. We appreciate the kind words and look foreword to seeing you again on your next visit

8. surfside beach pizza and restaurant

821 Surfside Dr, Surfside Beach, SC 29575-3807 Delivery, Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Italian, Pizza, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner +1 843-839-2512
Excellent
71%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 245 reviews

surfside beach pizza and restaurant

This restaurant is located 1 mile from the beach on surfside drive. Prepared to order authentic Italian food prepared by an italian chef whom I believe is from Italy.

Reviewed By FloridaMotator - florida

On our last night on beach with group of friends so decided to have pizza in.
We ordered a meat lovers ,sausage, and the supreme type.
Difficult to find parking in this part of town but that's not restaurants fault.
Stood in line to get our pies but they were ready when we got to counter.
This place runs like a well oiled machine.. Even though they were busy they were polite and efficient.
The pies were so hot when we got to car my wife had to put a jacket on her lap.
All 3 pies were very good and spicy.

9. The Golden Egg

415 Highway 17 N, Surfside Beach, SC 29575-6028 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi American, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +1 843-238-4923
Excellent
70%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 559 reviews

The Golden Egg

Reviewed By Nicole K

This is probably the closest you’ll get to a diner in MB. The food is good, the booths are a little small and the turnover is pretty quick. It’s good for a quick in and out breakfast, but nothing special.

10. Malibu of Surfside

815 Surfside Dr, Surfside Beach, SC 29575-3807 Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Italian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner +1 843-945-4948
Excellent
81%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 250 reviews

Malibu of Surfside

The best Italian food at the beach! Family owned and operated, we make the finest Italian meals using Mama's own recipes. Stop in an see why we're a local's favorite and a vacation dining destination. Malibu's of Surfisde Beach, great food, great atmosphere, and great service.

Reviewed By MissDixieDelight - Cornelia, Georgia

Husband and I enjoyed an early dinner at this charming restaurant. Family owned and operated the food served was fresh, hot and delicious. Freshly baked bread and crisp salads were served with the entrees. I had cheese ravioli served with shrimp in a creamy pink vodka sauce. Shrimp were butterflied and sauteed before adding the sauce and ravioli. Food is prepared by Joey, the chef, as the orders are taken. We loved the food and the service; be prepared to wait if there is a crowd. Catering services are available.

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