This is Myrtle Beach!

Episode Transcript

Speaker 1 (00:00):
Hey, everybody and welcomes. All I got to say right
now is Myrtle Beach, Myrtle Beach. Let's go to Myrtle Beach.
I mean, why wouldn't you? And why not I wouldn't
go right now? If it's cold. I mean an I
want to have south of Myrtle Beach and it's just cold.
We've got a little bit of ice the other day.
So you know, we've already been through the climate of

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Myrtle Beach. So just check back a few episodes and
you'll understand all about the climate and when to visit.
But right now, we're going to talk about a beach
front dining and relaxation, because when I want to go
to the beach, that's what I'm thinking. I'm thinking beachfront
tiki bars and restaurants and dining and relaxation. That's what

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I want. I don't need high falut and stuff, you
know all the time. Maybe once when I'm at a
beach vacation, but most of the time, I just want
to find the beach and I want to find places
to eat and drink on the beach. That's why I
love a good tiki hut. You know, I want to relax.
What's wrong with that? That's what it's all about. So
having explored the diverse coastal pathways and scenic routes of

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Myrtle Beach, Myrtle Beach, Myrtle Beach, it's time to indulge
in another facet of coastal enjoyment, beachfront dining. Right the
rhythmic crash of the waves provides a constant, soothing soundtrack
to your meal. I mean, I'd also like to have,
you know, maybe a steel drum band or something in

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the background. You know, maybe some kind of beach music.
That would be cool with me too. So Myrtle Beach
boasts a remarkable array of restaurants in cafes offering breathtaking
ocean views, catering to a wide range of tastes and budgets.
From the casual beach front eateries serving fresh seafood to

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upscale establishments with gourmet menus and impeccable service, there's something
for every ballot. Let's start with the with some casual
dining options, perfect for relax of lunch or a light
dinner after a day spent in the sun. Sounds good
to me, doesn't it. Many beachfront hotels and resorts include

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casual restaurants offering simple menus featuring fresh seafood, burger, sandwiches,
and salads. What else do you really need? These are
generally affordable priced, and don't forget, generally have a full bar. Raging,
raging and ranging. You might be raging. If you don't
get to eat, you might go into a rage. But
this is ranging from fifteen to thirty dollars per person.

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Expect options like grilled shrimp with mango salsa, classic fish
and chips, juicy burger with all the fixings. The quality
can vary, Okay, that's just being true, but the unbeatable
ocean view of compensates for any minor shortcomings. Look for

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places with outdoor patty was directly on the sand. That's amazing.
The ambiance is simply unparalleled. Often these establishments offer happy
hour specials. I'm in making them even more attractive. I
know that we're talking about the view, making it a
compensation for the food not being that great. So living

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in Charleston, South Carolina, there's there's Sullivan's Island, there's al
of Palms, and al of Palms has restaurants on the Beach.
I mean right there on the ocean, and every one
of them has stunk. I mean it's all about the
view and the drinks. But lately, or I guess about

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four or five years ago, we had a restaurant come
in on iop as we call Ale Palms and it's amazing.
So where you need to go if you come into
al of Palms a little bit south of Myrtle Beach.
I know I'm off topic, You need to come to
Costa because it is absolutely amazing. So moving up the

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culinary ladder, Myrtle Beach offers a selection of mid range
restaurants offering a more refined dining experience. It's a little
bit more than McDonald's, right, and it's not going to
break the bank. These might feature locally sourced seafood, innovative
pasta dishes, or carefully crafted steaks. Expect to pay between

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thirty and sixty dollars per person for a satisfying meal
plus your drinks. In this Myrtle Beach, you're going to
want a few drinks. For example, you might find a
restaurant featuring pan sarch gallops with lemon butter sauce. That
sounds really good. A grilled swordfish steak with a roasted
vegetables and the swordfish is great when it's done absolutely right.

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Or a creamy seafood pasta dish. Yeah, but then I'm
going to have a nap. The menus often incorporate seasonal ingredients,
ensuring freshness and variety. Many of these establishments have beautiful
interiors with large windows offering panorampic ocean views, and that
of course compensates for the food quality. I'm just kidding.

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Not in every place, not Myrtle Beach, or even outdoor
seating areas with fire pits for a cozy atmosphere during
cooler evenings like tonight, I think it's down to like
thirty three. Reservations are often recommended, particularly during peak season,
and I said this a million times, save yourself a
hell of a lot of trouble. Pick up the phone

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and make a reservation. Or if you're a nice hotel
there's a concierge, go have them do it. I mean,
don't go there and stand in line and then be
turned away, because you're just going to get ticked off
and it's going to leave a bad taste in your mouth. Literally.
For a truly memorable dining experience. Myrtle Beach also presents
a choice of higher end restaurants that offer an unparalleled

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level of sophistication and culinary artistry. These establishments typically feature
extensive wineless property, properly strained and you know what in season,
they probably are strained but trained staff. The menus showcasing
innovative dishes, prepare with the finest ingredients. Expect to pay

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upwards of sixty dollars per person, and if you get
some wine, it's going to be upwards of one hundred
dollars a person and potentially much more depending on your choices.
This is the place to indulge in a luxurious seafood
platter featuring oyster, shrimp, crab legs, lobster, or perfectly cooked
full at Yes, I'm in with truffle mashed potatoes. It's

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like I'm ordering right now. The ambiance in these restaurants
is usually elegant and refined, with stunning ocean views on
with some of them serving the perfect backdrop. Service is
generally impeccable, with attentive staff assuring your every need is met.
These restaurants are perfect for special occasions and adversaries simply

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treating yourself to truly memorable culinary experience. I like to
eat at a place like this when I want to.
If I'm going to Myrtle Beach, Okay, I'm gonna eat
at a place like this once a week, that one
time in my stay. If I'm there for seven days,
I'm gonna eat here one night. And I'm not we're
not taking the kids. It's just my wife and now

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that's our little date night, right. I think that's certainly feasible,
and that would be my night. So beyond the full
service restaurants, Myrtle Beach's beachfront scene also incorporates charming cafes
and snack bars. These offer a lighter, more casual fare,
ideal for a quick bite or refreshing drink i'll enjoy

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the sun. These might feature ice cream partners, coffee shops,
or smaller cafes serving sandwiches, pastries, light snacks. Prices generally
arrange from ten to twenty dollars, so let's see. Imagine
indulging in a freshly baked croissant with a strong cappuccino,

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which you might need after a night out in Myrtle
Beach while watching the waves roll in or grabbing a
refreshing ice cream cone on a hot summer day, you
better eat it fast. These smaller establishments add to the
vibrant and diverse culinary landscape of Myrtle Beach, offering a
convenience and affordability. To illustrate the diverse culinary landscape, let's

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examine a few specific examples. The Sea Breeze Bistro is
a midrange restaurant known for its innovative seafood dishes and
romantic atmosphere. I just ate my dinner so you can
tell there are venue typically features dishes such as panse
ed mahi mahi with a coconut curry sauce, shrimp scampy

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with linguini, and a grilled swordfish steak with citrus glaze.
It's prices range from thirty five to fifty dollars per
person in excluding drinks and tip. It always excludes drinks.
Right Ocean Front Grille, on the other hand, provides a
more casual dining experience with a focus on American classics
and fresh seafood. Expect burger, sandwich, is, salad, seafoods. Their

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price is generally run from about fifteen to thirty dollars
per person. I've been there. It's a fun place to go.
For a luxurious experience, consider the Coastal Cove, a fine
dining restaurant offering upscale menu featuring exquisite seafood and international cuisine.
They boast an extensive wine list an impeccable service. You're

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looking at over one hundred dollars. Just let's just say
it right now, that's the way it's going to be.
And for a sweeter d too your day, don't miss
Sugar Shack, a beachfront ice cream parlor with a wide
variety of flavors and toppings that sounds really good after
a long, hot day at the beach. So in conclusion,

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beach front Dining and Myrtle Beach offers a wide spectrum
of experiences catering to various tastes and budgets, from casual
eateries to upscale restaurants and everything in between. There's a
perfect dining spot for every occasion and preference. The unforgettable
combination of delicious food and breathtaking ocean views creates a

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truly magnificent experience. Now, every now and then, you know
you're gonna get You're gonna have to compensate food quality
for the view. But that's not everywhere and it's not
that often, but sometimes it does exist. So be aware,
So enjoy what you can enjoy. So take your time
to explore the many options available and save with the

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delicious flavors and stunning scenery that Myrtle Beach has to offer.
Remember to factor in cost of drinks, tax and tip
when budgeting, right, I mean the drink part. I mean
you get two bottles of wine. Man, that's more than
your dinner. Suggesting anyone do that, but maybe I am.

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So this is an integral part of the Myrtle Beach experience,
allowing you to relax, unwind, and fully immerse yourself in
the beauty of the coast. The memories created during these
beachfront dining experiences will likely be among the most cherished
from Myrtle Beach vacation. I'll tell you, I like Myrtle Beach.

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I really do. Every time I've been there, I've had
a good time. The food. Do you a little bit
of research on the restaurant, look at the reviews and
look at like ten or fifteen of them to make
sure they're consistent. That's all I'm going to say the
most is just go to Myrtle Beach and have a
dag on good time, take the family. So much to

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do and so, being the awesome Myrtle Beach podcast host
that I am, I have decided to do a list
that I don't do very often because I think this
is totally appropriate for Myrtle Beach. So I got the
top We're talking about beach bars and tiki huts things, right,
So I got the top five. I actually got the

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top ten. I longly do the top five today beach
bars or tiki huts in Myrtle Beach because really, that's
what Myrtle Beach is all about. This is Myrtle Beach
to me is the beach and the beach bars and
the tiki huts, and that's one of the things that
makes it so special and so cool and just a
little bit different. So the number five is Herald's on

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the Ocean also called Hotos h oto Apostrophe s. So
this is known for its beach music and shag dancing. Now,
if you don't know what that is, you need to
look that up. Hoteos offers ocean front dining, live bands,
and menu featuring seafood and burgers and cocktails. They do

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take reservations, and that phone number is eight four three
two four nine five six is zero one Hotesnumber four
Coconuts Tiki Bar and Grill. This place is amazing, amazing.
It's in North Myrtle Beach. It's the only ocean front
tiki bar in North Myrtle Beach. Coconuts provides a laid

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back setting with tropical drinks, happy hour specials, and live entertainment.
And that's amazing. And then coming in number three Bums, Now,
we're gonna spell that b U m m Z Beach
Beach Cafe, Bombs Beach Cafe. It's a long standing favorite.
Bums offers a casual atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating,

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live music, and signature cocktails like the Bums Beach Relief.
Good luck with that one, man. I don't do too
many of those or you'll need, uh, you'll need relief
from the from that. So anyway. Number two Black Drum
Brewing situated within Kingston Resort. This is This is a

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cool spot and I've been here many times. This modern
brewery features an extensive craft beer selection and elevated Southern cuisine,
all with stunning ocean vistas. It's right there. Then you
can just jump off your barstool if you want and
just cruise right down to the beach. Not that I've
ever done anything like that. We'll stumble down to the
beach right and let's get a little drum roll for

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number one and coming into number one, eighth Avenue Tiki
Bar and Grill. I have been here a few times.
Located on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, Lively Bar offers ocean views,
diverse menu, and a wide selection of draft beer. If

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it's really crowded, I'm gonna give you the phone number
you can call and sometimes you can get a spot.
The phone number is eight four to three seven one
two two three four zero. And again that's the number
one beach in Tiki Bar in Myrtle Beach. It's eighth
Avenue Tiki Bar and Grill. So by all means you

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need to hit at least two or three of those,
and I've got five more to share with you next time.
So you know we're producing. We're producing what we're supposed
to be doing. So it's up to you guys to
make the reservations and get your butt to Myrtle Beach.
Spring's coming up pretty soon, you know what is it. It's
almost March now, so to me, that's starting to be

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beach time. So no one can make the reservations but you.
I can tell you how, I can tell you the
best time to be there and all that good stuff,
But you're the ones got to make those reservations and
get yourself there. So anyway, you've got to step up,
get it done until I see you next time. And
God bless