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    Ciao

    4.4 (575 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Romantic
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Katherine R.

    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

    Terri D.

    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!

    Exotic Bomba  Mango Passion Fruit Sorbet covered in a white chocolate!  TO DIE FOR!
    Marcia F.

    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!

    Banana pie and some gelato as I recall.
    Bob C.

    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.

    Meiomi Chardonnay, which I enjoyed as an excellent wine
    Leigh D.

    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.

    Suzy H.

    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!

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    Classy, authentic,Great service,Great food, what more can you ask for? Would definitely recommend and would definitely come again.

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    Great food, great service, beautiful atmosphere, you can't go wrong ask for the waiter Tim he's amazing!

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    Wait staff incredibly attentive and friendly! Food was great! Best ribeye steak I have ever had!! Will definitely be back!!!

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    Staff was very courteous and prompt. I had gotten chicken Parmesan, which was a large portion and very good. Would definitely go back again.

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    If you like Italian food Ciao is a great spot! The food from start to finish was yummy. The best in Myrtle. Service was spot on.

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