Hook & Barrel

Hook & Barrel is consistently ranked among the best restaurants on the Grand Strand and holds a special place in the hearts of Myrtle Beach locals who know where to go for a truly exceptional seafood dinner. Located on North Kings Highway, this upscale casual restaurant takes a distinctive approach to sustainable coastal dining — the menu changes seasonally and daily based on what’s freshest and most available, and the kitchen calls ahead to local fishermen to verify the day’s catch before printing the menu. The she-crab soup is legendary — rich, creamy, and deeply flavorful in the South Carolina Lowcountry tradition — and the raw oyster program features a rotating selection of local and regional varieties prepared fresh tableside. Crab cakes, daily fresh fish preparations, and premium seafood platters round out a menu built entirely around provenance and quality. The bar program is exceptional, featuring a well-curated wine list, craft cocktails, and an impressive bourbon selection. The atmosphere is refined but unpretentious — exactly the kind of place where locals celebrate milestones and discerning visitors seek out on recommendation. Dinner only; reservations are strongly recommended as the restaurant fills quickly, especially on weekends.