Absolutely love this restaurant We have been here numerous times and never disappoints Smaller intimate restaurant with wonderful appetizer, main course and desert selections. Portion size is very generous, great quality and fair prices Soup or salad comes with dinner The soup is a bowl and not a cup We look forward to continue returning to this great restaurant Highly recommend read more

This is an Italian spot on the Strand. It gets busy so make a reservation. The hostess and server were both attentive and great! We had a party of four ladies. We all enjoyed our meals, along with fresh warm bread! read more

Just ate here a few days ago. The food and service were both wonderful! We enjoyed the ambiance which is describe as old school yet chic and the place was definitely packed, but I think that we'd request being seated in a different location, not near where they stored the extra chairs and tables. My husband's side of the booth got bumped repeatedly during our meal as they took pieces in and out from behind our booth. We enjoyed the soup (tomato) and the salad options with our meals and my husband had fish and I had the chef's special pasta. Both of our meals were delicious. The portions were plentiful and we took the extras back with us. I especially enjoyed the fresh bread and pesto dip that we got with our meal. Yum! read more

Delicious family dinner at Ciao @ciaomyrtlebeach ! Every dish and cocktail was fantastic. There are a lot of Italian spots in Myrtle Beach and this is a great pick in terms of food and atmosphere. Service wise the food/drinks took longer than expected but overall we really enjoyed our evening and will be back! - Grouper Francaise - Halibut and Crab Special - Cucumber Basil Martini, Peach Bellini Martini, Boulevardier - Veal Calabrese - Chicken Piccata - Beet Carpaccio Appetizer - Syrah from WA State read more

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Food, service and atmosphere is great at this small but fantastic restaurant! The reviews don't lie.... Try this if Italian food is what you crave! You won't be disappointed. read more

A really great meal. We stopped by on Tuesday for dinner without reservations. Only had to wait a few moments for a table. Our sons really loved their penne alla vodka. My Lobster Ravioli was fantastic and my husband enjoyed his dish as well. The drinks were strong. The bread came with a pesto oil. Had to be careful keeping it away from our peanut allergy child though, but they brought butter for him to use. I would have given 5 stars, but our server wasn't as attentive as we would have hoped for. Wasn't anywhere to be seen for quite some time when we were looking to have a 2nd drink and then again when it was time to ask for the check. I would recommend coming here if you'd like a great Italian meal while on vacation though! read more

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Wow! Best meals we have had in awhile! Great FOOD! Great SERVICE! Everything was ABSOLUTELY perfect. We had the : Grouper Francaise (Great!) Spinach and Walnut Ravioli ( Great) Egg plant Rollatini (Great) Mango and Passion fruit dessert! To die for! As GREAT as everything was, it only paled in comparison to the most AWESOME service from Karla! Thanks Guys! We'll be back every chance we get! See you soon Karla! read more

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We stopped in for a nice meal after a day of helping family with projects and such. We were exhausted and hungry and when we arrived we were immediately taken to our table and our waiter came by mentioned some dishes special to the evening and said he'd get us waters and be right back. He handled our entire meal so easily and smoothly that we truly enjoyed the meal as we relaxed after such a day. It was a treat. The food was spot on with amazing flavors and lovely presentation. This is a cozy place that is welcoming and romantic. We also enjoyed some great cocktails and a dessert. My wife had the pistachio martini as I recall. The drink had a chocolate rim with crushed pistachio on that. It was amazing. I enjoyed the blood orange Negroni, so much so I had to have a second one. We thoroughly enjoyed the time at Ciao and the way the staff worked so well to make our meal special. It was an excellent way to end our day. We'll be back next time we're in Myrtle Beach. read more

Ciao - Banana pie and some gelato as I recall. - Italian Near Me - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

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Ciao represents September in my 2024 photo series. Even though my girlfriend & I had Umberto's at Barefoot Landing, just 2 days earlier on Sunday, we along with the group opted for Ciao on Tuesday, September 3. We were busy enjoying the beach & pool at nearby Dune's on our last day in Myrtle Beach before leaving Wednesday morning. I realized the place someone had recommended on the beach was closed on Tuesdays or had limited hours. So, we were doing research, and it was kind of an ordeal figuring out what we were eating as people had different opinions. I saw this online, and it seemed like it was super expensive, but upon further investigation of the menu, it was moderate pricing and comparable to other Italian in the area. I was hangry because it took a long time to figure out what we were doing, and it was after 8 PM by the time decision was made (granted we had been busy in water until like 7:15). We opted on Ciao and decided to walk from Dune's since it was so close instead of cramming into a car or two cars and losing the decent parking spaces people had in the Dune's garage. Walking was nice on that temperate night, but the bad part was crossing the busy 6-lane US 17 Business, with no lights to cross at or even a crosswalk, with people zooming by at 50 mph or even more. So, we made a run for it when the coast was clear. We arrived, and they said they were full but we could sit at the bar. I guess we didn't think the day after Labor Day around 8:30 PM would be that busy. So, we had to settle at the bar to eat our food. Bartender was very nice but understandably a bit stressed having to deal with 5 dinner orders when typically people at the bar are just getting drink(s) and/or maybe appetizer or something. However, she got a nice tip as she was hustling, answered our menu questions. I opted for the lasagna, which was amazing. We split calamari, which was only top notch. I asked what someone else from my party at the bar got for the wine, which she said Meiomi Chardonnay, which rhymes with our mutual friend Naomi. She said it's really good, you'll like. I got that, and she was right! It was one of the best wines I had in 2024. If ever in Myrtle Beach, I'd come back here. The bartender saved the day as did the outstanding cooks here. I was very happy that night with our Ciao choice. read more

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Went there for my birthday with a group of 10 and it was perfect. We had a reservation and got to our table right away and food and drinks were served quickly. Everyone enjoyed their meal and desserts and they even came out with a birthday dessert for me. Highly recommend! read more

Ciao - Italian Near Me - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Dinner for four, birthday celebration. Our server was exceptional. We were well taken care of. We were all very happy and very satisfied with our meal. On the table, mussels to start, plump and juicy. Dinner was pastas, lasagna, and parmigiana. No leftovers tonight!. read more

Really disappointed tonight. Usually have good food experience here Prices seemed higher, the cc fees and the food tax add an extra 10$ and the food wasn't good enough to justify the prices. Chicken parm for me and my mom had the fish special The service was decent. Very odd choice for the soup of the day. Beer cheese soup? And stinks there isn't a house soup or menu soup to choose instead Salad was good and dressing great .....bread and dip really good. I just don't feel will return for a while with so many other restaurants in the area. read more

Told ya i'd be back! Went here on Thursday July 10th 2025 as a party of 4. Again parking is a bit hard, but we found spots right in front. We also made a reservation for a party of 4 just in case. We were greeted by a host, and she brought us to a table. Then my aunt came, and we asked to move to a booth. After waiting for the booth table to be cleared off, we sat there. We all started with waters. We also started with the eggplant rolleti appetizer. I didn't try it, but it was good to the others in my party! After taking our time looking over the menu, I decided on the penne ala vodka with chicken, my mom got the spinach walnut ravoli, and 2x shrimp and scallops fri diablo. Entrees come with a soup or salad, and the other people in my party got a salad, and i got the potato soup. Server did a good job checking on us, and refilling our waters. soup and salad came out in a timely manner. Also the salad dressing wasn't bad- though i liked the soup too. Entrees also came out in a timely manner, and we all enjoyed ours. Paid via separate checks , one paid with cash, and we paid with a credit card and left a cash tip. We hope to be back soon! read more

We have been coming here for years. Delicious food, recently remodeled and a staple in Myrtle beach ! Always consistent.

Amazing Italian food. Love the ambiance. Everything I've ever had from this place has been amazing. Service was incredible as well. Definitely recommend ciao. read more

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From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming--classic Italian without feeling stuffy or outdated. The service was excellent: attentive, friendly, and never rushed. You can tell the staff actually cares about the experience, not just turning tables. The food was outstanding. Everything tasted fresh, made with quality ingredients, and cooked perfectly. The pasta dishes were unique, tasted great, and the sauces were rich and flavorful without being heavy, and the portions were generous without being over the top. Every bite felt like something you'd get at a family-run spot in Italy, not a tourist trap. What really stood out was the consistency--great service, great food, great vibe all around. This is the kind of place you come back to, bring friends to, and recommend without hesitation. If you're in Myrtle Beach and want real Italian food done right, Ciao is a must. We'll definitely be back. read more

Food was delicious and our server was very attentive. The ambiance was soothing to the brain. One thing I really liked was the server asked if anyone had any allergies, of which I did. So when I was ordering my meal she stated to me that I will NOT have any issues with my meal. This is so kind of them!! Normally I have to alert the waiter of my allergies. read more

Meals and service were excellent. Bread and walnut pesto was a nice starter. Salmon piccata special was delish! Hubby loved his linguini and white clam sauce. We'll definitely be back. read more

Ciao - Salmon Piccata over veggies - Italian Near Me - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

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We visited on a Saturday night with a reservation for 4. We had the calamari, manicotti, kids spaghetti and meatball, and chicken parm. The bread was plentiful, warm and delicious. The calamari was the best I think I have ever had. Tender and fried in a light batter and no tentacles. The main dishes were all delicious. The services was great and the ambiance was warm and comfortable. We would definitely return to Ciao for dinner again! read more

Awesome calamari hand cut and breaded ever so lightly. It's the best I've ever had. The atmosphere is delightful and the staff very friendly and accommodating. I visit every time we are in the area. The menu has good selection and prices are moderate. I highly recommend giving them a try. read more

Food is well above average. Unique Italian menu, fantastic sauce and from what I can tell, a scratch kitchen. Service was great, our server was kind and knowledgeable about the menu. Will return! read more

They lost touch. The service has really gone downhill and they mess up to go orders everytime.

Where do I begin... had to wait for 15 mins for a drink order but the waiter did apologize. The salad greens were wilted and the tomatoes mealy. My wife ordered the saltimbocca which came with overdone chicken, dried out prosciutto and smothered in Marsala sauce not the wine butter sauce. I had the Ciao salad with chicken which was very dry and again wilted greens and no Gorgonzola cheese. My grandson had the spaghetti with marinara which was so spicy it must have been fra diavolo sauce. PS, the walls were dirty and food splattered. Done with this place. read more

Excellent food, ambiance and service. Morgan was the best !!!! No matter what part of Myrtle Beach you are in please put this restaurant on your agenda. Best Italian I have enjoyed in a long time. read more

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We decided to stop in and are SO glad we did. The menu is varied; excellent wine selections; salad was SO LARGE we decided to make it our meal. The waitress even congratulated us on this decision. And the dessert was phenomenal. We agreed that if we're ever down that way again, this spot will be on our "go to" list! read more

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Most amazing food on the grand strand!!! Took my little man on a Mommy Son Date for my birthday!! Always a great lively atmosphere and I even text the owner that or server Giovanna was so attentive and and absolutely fabulous!! read more

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So I had lunch today at Caio's and my bill came to $14.44. I noticed that if you use a credit card you pay am additional 3% added to the total bill so I decided to pay cash. I gave the waitress $20 and she gave me back $5 in singles bot no .56 cents When I asked about the change she stated we don't have change. As it turns out if I had used my credit card I would have only paid an additional .43 cents. So by paying cash I actually paid more. I have never heard of such a thing. read more

walked in and was surprised by the beautiful sophisticated vibe. the diner was beyond fantastic. I am a first generation Italian from New York. the calabrese was like nothing I ever had! I have eaten at more Italian restaurants than I can count. just amazing can't wait to go back read more

The food was absolutely amazing from the starter to the main course and dessert. My first experience entering the restaurant wasn't the best; a gentleman greeted us with a bit of an attitude, which left a bitter taste before we even got to our starter. Fortunately, our server completely redeemed the situation attentive, kind, and truly made the rest of the evening wonderful. I highly recommend anyone visiting Myrtle Beach and craving authentic Italian cuisine to stop by Ciao. The atmosphere is beautiful and perfect for a date night. The only thing to note is that the dining area is on the smaller side, so I'd suggest making a reservation if you're visiting on a weekend or during dinner hours. I'll definitely be coming back next time I'm in Myrtle! read more

Very good food and reasonable prices. Out of this world calamari and house made marinara. Nice ambience. Waitress Ginny, was a dream only two weeks on the job. Will definitely be back. read more

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What a wonderful place and fabulous food. Our waiter Morgan was on top of his game. I had the chef's pasta. It was wonderful. My friends had the chicken parmigiano and my other friend had the salmon on pasta and these were all great great meals. read more

You know that feeling of sitting at your "regular bar" at home that just so happens to also have incredible food (and for me not be at home)? Right, didnt think so because that so rarely happens that you get both great service and great food... unless you happen to walk into Ciao (especially when Vera is behind the bar). In the past 3 hours I had: sharp, efficient, caring, and helpful service from a more than a bartender Vera (because she is SO much more than a bartender), lovely and heartfelt conversation with owners of a restaurant for 17+ years, anecdotes from the bar from more regulars than I can shake a stick at, to flavors in your mouth worth ordering everything in the menu kinda night. If you are local to Myrtle Beach (and we are counting Charleston here its that good) and havent been here yet, or are traveling through and want a comfortable delicious place, get yourself here now before there is not a bar seat open. Honestly, a new favorite of mine and I have been A LOT of places. Tell Vera the "good Jersey" girl sent ya! read more

Ciao - Beet appetizer - Italian Near Me - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

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Reserved a table at 5 on a Saturday night (it was that or 8). As it was we were seated immediately and received quick service throughout the meal. I had shrimp and sausage over angel hair pasta with lemony sauce. It was excellent. My partner had a dinner special, the halibut. She ate it all. If you haven't been there Ciao is a small, family Style place with limited seating. It has the feeling that locals eat there. One glass of wine and dessert with 150. A good value read more

Ciao - Tartulro dessert - Italian Near Me - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

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I wish I found this place earlier into my trip. The food was so good I would have come back another time if I could have. The chef pasta is a local favorite. It has a rich creamy cheesy sauce. If you love sharp cheese then you would probably fall in love with this dish. You can add a variety of proteins. We opted for the shrimp and it was very fresh/tender. The grouper is lightly breaded and fried and sat over a bed of angel hair pasta with a lemon sauce... think piccata without the capers. The grouper was so fresh, flaky, delicate and most important delicious!! Kudos to the chef for not overcooking any of the seafood. Service was exceptional. We were seated and served promptly. Out waiter checked on us frequently. Our drinks were always topped and bread basket refilled. The ambiance was cozy/classy/romantic. An upscale establishment with many booths. Perfect atmosphere to impress a date. *Note- the road was very dark and I missed the first turn- just note the 2nd driveway entry is one way out. There is plenty of parking that runs all around the building. read more

Ciao - Chef pasta with shrimp - Italian Near Me - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

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I would give 5 stars for the calamari, but dinner was disappointing. The pasta was inauthentic and over-sauced. My husband had the Chef's pasta and the only way I can think of to describe it is weird. I love a good blue cheese sauce, and almost ordered it myself because they added truffle oil. The saving grace was the chicken he asked them to add. Otherwise, the sauce had very little blue cheese bite and no truffle flavor at all. My carbonara, a pasta I crave from time to time, was not at all craveable. They don't even have Pecorino Romano. The sauce overwhelmed the dish. There was more sauce than pasta, and though it had plenty of bacon, it was very one-note and overly rich. We had high hopes. They were not met this time. Wondering if their other dishes are better. read more

Although a little on the small size, you still get a good seat with an attentive waiter and the food is delicious! One of the best red sauces ever! Yet my favorite here is the carbonara and the stuffed banana pepper appetizer full of meat and smothered in sauce and topped with cheese!!Their bread is amazing also! Ciao y'all! read more

Lunch today on 10/23/24. Ate at the bar today from their lunch menu. This place is great. Fantastic decor. $7 wines. Outstanding service from Sean. Chick Parm for $12.95 and Veal Parm for $13.95 with bread and pesto dip. Food was delicious and so much to take home for dinner tonight. This is exceptional Italian while in Myrtle Beach. Highly recommended. read more

Found Ciao through Yelp-not far from our hotel. Started with the bread and walnut pesto dip-had to remind myself that we had appetizers and dinner to stop eating it-fresh and good. Next the calamari was lightly fried and tender, not chewy. Had one of the specials that night - haddock with sundried tomatoes, capers, artichokes and angel hair pasta - not sure how they knew all my favorite things but they did! Oh and it had a bit of crab meat thrown in! I got full too fast but I finished all the fish and crab! And well, you are never too full for dessert (to go)-the creamy chocolate cake was light and delicious! We had fantastic service and everything came out piping hot-well not the cake of course! We lucked out and got there before the crowds. read more

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This place was an amazing find! We made a reservation for 4 and were seated immediately on a Monday night. Our waiter was very attentive and knowledgeable of the menu and drinks. The bread and walnut pesto dip was so yummy! Three of us had salads and one of our party ordered the soup of the day, which was chicken and wild rice. The Italian dressing and ranch dressing were so delicious! The soup was also outstanding! Portions of our entrees were plentiful and the prices were very reasonable. Our dishes were chicken Parmesan, spaghetti carbonara, chicken calabrese, and the shrimp & sausage Palermo. Oh my goodness at the size of the shrimp!!! And there were at least 5 of them in the entree. That lemon basil cream sauce is one I will dream about! We also split the tiramisu between the 4 of us, which was the creamiest tiramisu I've ever had! See before and after pictures below! read more

Ciao - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

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I had the fish special fish was fresh linguine was cook to perfection and Paul our waiter was very attentive