Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Oceanside Village

"Seafood takes center stage at Drunken Jack’s, where they serve it up fried, boiled or blackened and accompanied by delicious hush puppies. Prices are in the $20-$30 range unless you opt for the Drunken Jack’s Shore Dinner, which includes a soup or shrimp starter and a seafood feast of flounder, shrimp, oysters, deviled crab and a lobster tail all for $40.95. If eating from the sea is not for you, steak, chicken and pasta are also available."

"Drunken Jacks is a delicious seafood restaurant that you can find sitting in the well-known “Restaurant Row” in Murrells Inlet. This restaurant stands above most other seafood establishments in the area not only because of its panoramic views and fabulous live entertainment, but also because of its highly experienced staff. Chef Casey Blake has been serving up award-winning seafood cuisine, traditional and unique, for over 22 years."

"What it's known for: What keeps people coming back to Drunken Jack's?. The awesome seafood (accompanied by hush puppies with honey butter), the excellent service and the gorgeous views of the water, just to name a few reasons. And with its fun atmosphere and plentiful drink selection, you'll want to come back too."

"Featuring a variety of live entertainment venues, restaurants, attractions and shops, Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach is the perfect place to bring the family for a day of fun. One of the most popular places to explore is the Mirror Maze at Barefoot Landing, where visitors of all ages will have to use their skills and logic to escape a maze of reflections."

"Myrtle Beach is home to two outlet malls, outdoor shopping centers, and tons of specialty retailers that dot the streets. You truly can find anything that you need here, whether you’re searching for clothing to wear to the beach, home goods to bring back with you, or unique collectibles, North Myrtle Beach has something for you."

"With everything you could want in one location, find Barefoot Landing to be the place to go when visiting Myrtle Beach!. In a relaxed setting of sprawling landscape is the appearance of a fishing village. Take a stroll along the boardwalk and observe the surroundings of the 27-acre lake."

"Less than two blocks from the shore, Harry’s Breakfast Pancakes is the perfect spot before an all-day beach trip. Their menu is complete with fresh ingredients that will leave you feeling full and satisfied before you head over for a day in the sun. With pineapples, coconut, strawberries and more as pancake toppings, you’re bound to find something that hits the spot."

"Harry’s Breakfast Pancakes is known for their exceptional customer service as well as their scrumptious breakfast. They combine the freshest ingredients with the best comfort foods creating a wonderful breakfast experience. Their menu includes everything from eggs benedict and omelets to waffles, pancakes, and french toast."

"This regional chain has been a hit at Broadway since replacing the old Planet Hollywood location. Featuring more than 60 different types of beer on tap, a wide variety of food on the menu, and lots of big-screen TVs for sports viewing, Carolina Ale House has tapped into the taste buds of locals and visitors alike. Perhaps the most popular item on a menu loaded with options are the jumbo-sized chicken wings that come with an array of spices, seasonings and sauces."

"Known for their family-friendly sports-themed environment, Carolina Ale House is a great casual restaurant for the whole family to enjoy for both lunch and dinner!. Go enjoy over 60 beers on tap and a menu with delicious options such as their Thai Chicken Bowl, Beer Battered Fish & Chips, and Pretzels with Queso. Does your team have a big game?"

"The menu is filled with standout comfort food favorites, but the real star of the show is “The Five Five Challenge.” Your task: eat a burger stacked seven patties deep (55 ounces of meat!), with at least four toppings, a side of fries and a 24-ounce soda, all in 30 minutes or less. While many brave eaters have attempted the feat, only few have won. May the fork be with you."

"These magical gardens, 16 miles south of Myrtle Beach on Hwy 17S, are home to the largest collection of American sculpture in the country, set amid more than 9000 acres of rice-plantation-turned-subtropical-garden paradise. Seasonal blooms are listed on the website."

"After lunch, explore nearby Brookgreen Gardens. I was particularly excited about visiting the gardens because I love botanical gardens in general and I really wanted to see Spanish moss before leaving."

"Come face-to-face with some of the world’s most vicious and beautiful animals when you visit Alligator Adventure in North Myrtle Beach. A truly eye-opening attraction, you’ll greet gators, crocs, lemurs, exotic birds and much more when you take a trip to this exotic facility."

"Get up close and personal with some of the most dangerous and beautiful animals on the planet at Alligator Adventur …. "different" — danny k. More Info about Alligator Adventure Website"

"Ocean Park is the perfect beachfront hub for your family’s day at the beach. The park offers paved parking, restroom facilities, beach showers, concessions and a picnic shelter. The kids will love the 40-foot tall, beachfront, inflatable slide that is open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day."

"Russell Burgess Coastal Preserve is only two blocks from the beach and offers a scenic overview of the picturesque Cherry Grove Marsh. Fishing and crabbing are permitted in the Preserve and visitors can also enjoy a stroll along the marsh boardwalk to observe native flora and fauna."

"Named after a former councilman who worked to preserve the local marshlands, Russell Burgess Coastal Preserve is a great place to enjoy the native flora and fauna of South Carolina. In addition to hiking trails, you’ll find a marsh boardwalk and areas for crabbing!"

"Pavilion Park is a beautiful portion of Broadway at the Beach that deserves its own spot on this list. On its own, it’s easily one of the best things to do in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina!. Essentially, it is an amusement park packed with exciting features that offer tons of activities that will keep a whole family occupied."

"The Pavilion Park, one of South Carolina’s very best, features many fun attractions and rides for all ages. It features classic roller coasters, a carousel, and lots more."

"Featuring a variety of live entertainment venues, restaurants, attractions and shops, Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach is the perfect place to bring the family for a day of fun. One of the most popular places to explore is the Mirror Maze at Barefoot Landing, where visitors of all ages will have to use their skills and logic to escape a maze of reflections."

"Myrtle Beach is home to two outlet malls, outdoor shopping centers, and tons of specialty retailers that dot the streets. You truly can find anything that you need here, whether you’re searching for clothing to wear to the beach, home goods to bring back with you, or unique collectibles, North Myrtle Beach has something for you."

"With everything you could want in one location, find Barefoot Landing to be the place to go when visiting Myrtle Beach!. In a relaxed setting of sprawling landscape is the appearance of a fishing village. Take a stroll along the boardwalk and observe the surroundings of the 27-acre lake."

"The Myrtle Beach SkyWheel takes guests way up high in its 42, six-person gondolas. The ride offers an expansive view and plenty of photo ops, and the gondolas are climate-controlled for comfort. If you want to take your experience one step further, reserve the VIP option for a longer ride in a gondola with a glass floor and views from every angle; advance tickets are available online."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user The ed17 used under CC BY-SA 4.0. The famed SkyWheel stands at a vertiginous 200 feet (60 meters) and is one of the tallest ferris wheels in America. On a clear day, views from the top can extend up to 40 miles (64 km) in all directions."

"SkyWheel Myrtle Beach is 187 feet tall, have 42 glass-enclosed, temperature controlled gondolas and operate year-round. The wheel will be the first observation wheel of its kind in the United States!"