10 Grand strand restaurants that get over looked.

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Whether you are new to the area or just visiting, we would like to introduce you to a few good places to eat. We have composed a quick Top 10 list of local restaurants that you may drive by everyday without noticing. Most of them are not chain restaurants and are locally-owned and operated.  They provide great taste and value to the surrounding Grand Strand area.

Central Park
1502 church st.
Conway, SC 

Central Park is well known for the best hot dogs in the area. The secret is in their chili which is made fresh and is sweetened with sugar. 

The Freeze
1912 Main Street,
Conway, SC 

The Freeze is well known for their delicious, fresh, homemade soups, sandwiches, and ice cream.

Mon Cafe Japan
2709 Church St # G
Conway, SC 29526

If you love Miyabi`s teriyaki chicken, then you will enjoy Mon Cafe`s addictive teriyaki chicken at a fraction of the price. 

Rioz Brazilian steakhouse
2920 Hollywood Drive,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Rioz provides a unique buffet experience where the food is brought to your table until you can't eat anymore. Rioz offers half-price Sundays during the month of February.

Angelos
2011 South Kings Highway
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Angelos provides great tasting Italian food on a budget with portions that will satisfy even the hungriest giant.

The Melting Pot
5001 North Kings Hwy. Suite 104
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

The Melting Pot offers a unique experience with three separate courses of fondue. First, they give you bread and fruits to dip in the cheese. Next, they bring out raw meats with your choice of broths to cook them in. Lastly, you get brownies, rice crispies, and a large portion of fruit to dip in your choice of chocolate as a dessert.

El Patio
2394 E Highway 501
Conway, SC 29526

El Patio is a family-oriented restaurant with a variety of delicious Mexican food. They offer a wide selection of authentic mexican burritoes, tacos and more.

Ala Mario's

2286 E Hwy 501
Conway, SC 29526


Ala Mario's is an informal Italian restaurant run by a Turkish family. They are popularly known for their reasonable prices and their cheesy homestyle pizza.

Five Guys
1772 Pine Island Road
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Five Guys make the best hamburgers in the area. Their restaurant thrives with only word of mouth advertising and yet they still manage to grow.

Dagwood's Deli
400 Mister Joe White Ave
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Dagwood's is a deli that provides great sandwiches and wings. They also are part of Bumsteads, which is an Euro American-style pub. Bumsteads Pub carries beer from around the world and has many choices on tap.This makes it a great place for guys and gals to eat drink and have a good time.

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