Great diner for food and a view. Service was excellent and the food was very good. Stop by before or after cruising the beach.

I do not recommend this diner. They don't allow you to order "named" omelettes without cheese which is just bizarre and then I was purposefully overcharged (above printed menu prices) for my meal. And this was after I was given the WRONG order. Then the waitress, tried to get me to pay on a handheld without giving me a check which I said no, I assume so I would not see she was overcharging me and when I told her I was paying cash, seemed shocked and she couldn't make change. She gave me less change than was due to me. It was all weird and I don't trust the place. I posted a review on Facebook and was blocked by them. read more

This is a newly reopened restaurant on the Surfside Pier. It has been done very well. It is super neat and clean, and the restrooms are spotless. According to one of the staff, the beautiful wood accents inside the restaurant was recovered from the original restaurant that was destroyed with the pier during Hurricane Matthew. The owner refinished the wood. It looks amazing. We had breakfast out on the patio overlooking the ocean. The view and ambiance was spectacular. They had (not too loud) 70's soft rock and Motown playing through the outdoor speakers. The tables and chairs are quality composite faux wood which is nice and heavy, not rickety. I got the breakfast bowl and my wife got an omelette. They accidentally brought us grits that we didn't order which turned out to be delicious. All the food was delicious and well presented. We also got Caramel Macchiatos which were yummy. The staff were super friendly and the service was fast. They accept tap-to-pay which comes in handy if you're out for a morning walk with no wallet (our case) and happen to want to stop in for coffee and breakfast. read more

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Surprisingly being relatively new we got a table pretty quickly on a Sunday morning. The decor is what you would expect being on the ocean, it's new and clean. It is loud, they need something to tone the noise down a little. We weren't able to get a table outside that might have been better. The staff is friendly and attentive. The Florentine omelette was good the biscuits were light and fluffy and coffee was hot and not bitter. Pricing was about average. Other than the noise level, we'd come back again read more

Surf Diner - Florentine omelette with biscuit - Seafood Near Me - Surfside Beach, South Carolina

My first visit to Surf Diner was 25 years ago when it was called Nibles, which was named something else before that, I'm sure. It's been around since the 1950's, and like the pier, it ain't going anywhere, anytime soon. My Yelpy pal Kat S. writes, "The view is outstanding. Nothing better than sitting outside watching dolphins swim by . . . The food is OK but nothing memorable." That about sums it up. I was introduced to Surf Diner (Nibles) by my father-in-law, Dick. He liked their food, and because he was naturally good-hearted, he became friendly with the owners. He especially liked their fried shrimp platter on Friday night. Sometimes when at the beach in off-season (like today), we'd order coffee and pie in the early afternoon. I guess that's why I keep coming back--those days with Dick, and the owners, and the view, and pie. Memories. Looking to create a tradition that lasts, with food good enough to draw you back time after time? I say "Give 'em a whirl." If they're serving pie, start there. read more

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We ate here yesterday morning for brunch before spending the day at the beach. The staff was warm and welcoming. The food was delicious, and the view was beyond gorgeous. We sat at the table closest to the deck with the beach literally only steps away. We got to enjoy the sound of the waves rolling in and crashing on the shore, the seagulls calling to one another from overhead, and the squeals of delight from kids playing in the salty water nearby. It was truly a delightful experience. Our waiter (I can't for the life of me remember his name) went above and beyond to make our visit a good one. He was friendly and talkative and very attentive. I highly recommend the Create Your Own Omelette breakfast. You can choose from several different toppings, and it comes with potatoes or grits and a biscuit or toast. I had a bacon, mushroom, and Swiss cheese omelette with potatoes and a biscuit. I also got honey to go on my biscuit. My son had the pancakes and bacon. He loved both of them. The pancakes were huge, otherwise he would have been able to clean his plate. The staff wore masks and seated groups with adequate space between them. They sanitized after guests left and wiped down other frequently touched surfaces regularly. The restaurant shares its parking lot with the main Surfside Beach public access pay to park lot. It was just $10 for whole day. Earlier in the week, we parked in the same lot and walked on the beach for an hour. That evening, we paid $2 for an hour. If you are looking for a place to have a scrumptious and affordable meal with an awesome staff and a breathtaking view, you should definitely make a visit. read more

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We recently dined here after a nice walk along the beach. The restaurant is right on the pier and offers both indoor and outdoor seating-- both with great views. We chose to dine inside and take advantage of the air conditioning after our 2 mile walk under the hot sun. Our server was very friendly and welcoming and we were pleasantly surprised that the restaurant also was equipped with a full bar. We stuck with water and soft drinks but thought it was a nice touch if we were to come here in the evening. The menu has a lot of seafood offerings--calabash style as well as various sandwiches and appetizers. We enjoyed the burger and chicken tenders, both served with fries. The burger was a half pound and cooked just as ordered. It was really tender and juicy and loaded with fresh toppings. The chicken tenders weren't anything out of the ordinary but were just what we wanted. The fries were one of our favorites as they were battered and perfectly crisp! We definitely enjoyed our meal and the walk out to the end of the pier afterwards and intend to go back next time! read more

Surf Diner - Bacon Cheeseburger and Fries - Seafood Near Me - Surfside Beach, South Carolina

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Loved everything about this place.. Our server was super nice We had a big party of 7 and were sat immediately outside with a great view of the beach and ocean. Everything we ordered was correct and came out in perfect order/ timing! Can't wait to go back and try their amazing burgers.. Peanuts to share and kids writing all over the walls!!! Which is encouraged! Awesome time for the whole fam!!! read more

Surf Diner - Whoppers of onion rings! Amazing - Seafood Near Me - Surfside Beach, South Carolina

Loved this diner on the pier. Great fast service and a large menu. The prices were low and you definitely get your money's worth here. We ordered the fried shrimp and flounder plates, which were delicious. My dad ordered the shrimp nachos with boom boom sauce on them, and it was super cheap for a huge plate size of nachos! You get a lot of toppings too. He also said the crab soup was yummy. I would definitely go here again for a inexpensive pier dining experience. The drinks looked good too, and they also serve breakfast! read more

Surf Diner - Seafood Near Me - Surfside Beach, South Carolina

I live here and try new places often so we drove down to Surfside to see how rough the surf was with Dorian coming this way and to try out Surfside Diner. I ordered a chicken salad sandwich made like grandma's with grapes, mayo, blk pepper, celery, onion on Texas Toast and French Fries. My daughter has a crab cake sandwich with fries also. Both sandwiches were very good. However ...I thought the prices were higher than necessary.. Lunch was $33 before tip. The service was ok but nothing special and a bit impatient because it was busy. Also says they do brunch, which around here means Mimosas and set menu with or without special pricing. They do not have brunch at all and Mimosas are much more expensive than other nearby locations read more

Surf Diner - Seafood Near Me - Surfside Beach, South Carolina

We came here Sunday afternoon after a workshop nearby. The hostess gave us the best table in the place with an amazing view if the beach. Our waitress was exceptional and very attentive. Hubby's pecan chicken salad was loaded with fruit and chicken salad. I ordered the crab cake sandwich without the bun and was a little disappointed in the portion. The fries came out hot and fresh. Overall a great experience. read more

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The Surf Diner is as lovely as it looks on photos. Breakfast by the beach with an unobstructed view, can't get much better than that! If you're sitting outside on the patio, the beach view is to your right and the fishing pier is to your left. You can take a walk on the pier, enjoy your breakfast, then spend the day at the beach. It's a fantastic location. The staff is so friendly and courteous, and the food is fresh and delicious. Surf side is much quieter and more peaceful than its Myrtle beach neighbor. I literally couldn't have asked for a better breakfast experience: the pier, sunshine, ocean waves and happy vibes. I understand that the diner and pier are currently under construction so I anxiously await the moment Surf Diner reopens in 2023 and we can have breakfast here again! read more

My folks and I visited Surf Diner on the last morning of our beach trip. We had hoped to sit outside, but with rain in the forecast, the outdoor seating was not available during our stop. With the decreased number of tables, we were quoted a 35-40 minute wait, which ended up being closer to 25. Once our party's name was called, we entered and saw that -- during this time of COVID -- Surf Diner can barely say they're taking it seriously. I didn't see any tables that had been marked off. Every booth was in use, and the tables in the middle of the restaurant were still serving large parties. We were seated in a booth by the window, which still allowed a tiny ocean view. Our server was a young man named Brendan or Brandon or Brayden, and he was the highlight of our visit. He was kind and friendly, and even though he was properly wearing a mask, it was clear he was smiling underneath. When my mother and I both ordered a side of bacon, he asked if we wanted it crispy. Big fan of this guy -- he's doing it right. Our food came quickly. Two members of our party found their eggs to be undercooked. The sausage patties, bacon, and biscuits all scored high marks from our group. I wouldn't recommend the sausage links or the orange juice. The older female server who was handling the booth behind ours was wearing what appeared to be a visor, upside down, and calling it a mask. It surely doesn't qualify as a face shield. It was clear plastic, maybe two inches tall, barely only covering her mouth. Her nose was completely exposed. One of the men at her table mentioned her "mask" and she said something about not being able to see her smile if she was wearing a traditional mask. It felt like a blatant disregard to the pandemic, and at best it was driven by vanity. I'm disappointed that management would consider her poor effort acceptable during this time. I'm giving a star for the sausage and a star for our John Mulaney lookalike waiter. I can't recommend Surf Diner as long as we're living in a pandemic, and we likely won't return. read more

A great choice for breakfast on the beach. A good view and reasonable prices. Service can be a little slow. If you are back for any other meal, then please let me know what the go to's are because I went back to split the seafood nachos and they were awful. Please note - if you are a pain killer fan (the drink) they feature this and it's not bad. No where near as good as one you would get in the carribean mind you, but a main lander can only be so picky, plus they at least use Pussers rum which is a deal breaker at most places ;) They also feature fun rum voodoo buckets for two. I have noticed this as a drink trend of late and it seems to be a real lady pleaser. The service is friendly and like I said, great view, right on the beach, within walking distance for most of surfside and I would stick to breakfast and drinks. read more

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It would be hard to screw up a breakfast and this place was no exception. There is seating outside with a great view of the ocean and beach. We did not have to wait at all for a seat (we arrived around 9:30 a.m.) inside. Our waitress came by shortly after being seated to take our order. We did wait awhile for our food but that was understandable because of the crowd. Breakfast arrived. Eggs, bacon, grits and toast. Pancakes and bacon for Mike. It was good and came out warm. A tip for people who have never had grits. You must put butter and sugar in them to make them edible. All in all, a good visit and I would go back there. read more

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I'm literally sitting on the ocean! Best seat is outside on the deck with a beach drink. While you're waiting for food, some of your party can take a quick stroll on the beach. The club sandwich is fantastic. Ham and turkey come in thinly sliced strip stacks on toasted bread, I really think it's the right light dish to have on a hot July day, especially with a frosty Pina colada. read more

Surf Diner - On the outside deck - Seafood Near Me - Surfside Beach, South Carolina

This is the 6th year we vacationed in Myrtle Beach and after discovering the Surf Diner in the 1st year, we have always come back. Normally, for breakfast. This year we discovered they have gluten free bread, which hubby got toasted. It was very good he said. Better than most. Unfortunately, we did not get the mimosas. Oh, no. I just heard the city is tearing down the pier, which includes the Surf Diner and Pier Outfitters! Destruction starts in October and construction will be completed in around 18 months, give or take. The diner will be 2 stories, so that is good. But it will not be here next year. Bummer. read more

Surf Diner - His: Farmer's Omelet, cup of Grits, and GLUTEN FREE toast. Me: scrambled eggs with cheese, cup of grits, and toast. - Seafood Near Me - Surfside Beach, South Carolina

Always our go to place for us when we come to the Myrtle Beach area. Much better than the chains!

Food was delicious, comforting, and well-made. The first time, we had the BBQ Pork Sandwich and Fried Flounder Sandwich. The second time, the catch-of-the-day (White Sea Bass) and fish tacos. The fish was fresh, flavors bright, and overall, very satisfying. Seating is outdoors and indoors. Outdoor seating is right on the pier, over the beach. Beautiful views and sea breezes. More importantly, the Surf Diner has showed me the most care I have ever experienced, regarding my Shellfish allergy. A person I assume was the owner came to ask details on how separated the food needed to be, and how she could best ensure I was safe. I was incredibly touched. The staff are kind and considerate. I will return. read more

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Try the Shrimp and Grits - you will be glad you did! Better than the Lowcountry Style restaurants and a great amount of shrimp. We loved the fish and shrimp tacos and the fried pickle appetizer. The bucket drink is worth it! read more

Surf Diner - Bucket drink - Seafood Near Me - Surfside Beach, South Carolina

Seems to be a nice mom and pop place, I'm not 100% sure, but I think most everything is frozen. We had the bite size shrimp with fires and Hushpuppies & chicken ranch tacos. The shrimp was good but half the fries were cold and so were the Hushpuppies's. Also the chicken was cold. It looked like it was the chicken tenders chopped up for the taco. The server and staff were very nice, only reason for 2 stars. The strange part was the food came out in less than 5 minutes. How do you cook our food and get it out that fast... and it be cold? This may be a great place for breakfast but I don't think we'll be going back for dinner anytime soon. read more

Our waitress was so nice!! Great place to grab a drink on the water. I had the popcorn shrimp, mudslide, and the bucket of rum lol. Everything was truly so good though. We went here one morning for breakfast and also had a good experience. I would highly suggest coming here for some good drinks/ quick bite of food! read more

Having breakfast at Surf Diner on the last day of Memorial weekend vacation has been a tradition for years. Sadly, I think this year will be our last. We have always loved the proximity to our resort and the view. Unfortunately the food costs have been steadily going up and the quality has been going down. Service is always a toss up. Today, greeted with unpleasant odors,dining with lots of flies inside, $2.75 for the smallest "large" OJ I've ever seen, waiting for refills, and mediocre food, Im ready to give another place a try. It is still "ok" so you should try it yourself to judge but I cannot recommend this place anymore. read more

Walked over from our hotel for breakfast on a sunny fall day. We got a table facing the water, and the place filled up fast, even outside tables on a chilly morning. Our waitress was absolutely delightful, and service was quick. Breakfast was very good. Reasons for 4 and not 5 stars - breakfast is breakfast, hard to mess up; no Tabasco sauce - only imitations; seating is a little tight. read more

I really enjoyed breakfast here. Great service. Good food. Great view. Will come back. read more

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A good little, convenient spot for breakfast. Great views of the ocean from inside and out. Breakfast was tasty and I was pleasantly surprised that they had some "lighter" breakfast options available like egg white scrambles and fresh fruit. The other items like pancakes and waffles looked amazing too. read more

Surf Diner - Omelette with a side of fruit and an Island Mimosa. - Seafood Near Me - Surfside Beach, South Carolina

Man service was bomb even though they were busy. Got the breakfast bowl little too much food. Bf has an omelet. Cucumber Bloody Mary Was decent. Could have been a lot better with celery salt. Glad we picked this place for breakfast. read more

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Super duper awesome fantastic deliciousness here folks and the view oh my God to view you can never beat this View. most places on the coast charge you extra whenever the view is this great but they don't they charge a fair price for fantastically delicious wonderfully prepared food. I've eaten a lot of things from here and everything I've ever eaten has been fantastic. The staff are always friendly attentive and willing to go the extra mile. read more

Surf Diner - Seafood Near Me - Surfside Beach, South Carolina

Went here for brunch one day. Loved it here! Food was great, the staff was super nice and always attentive to us. We sat outside overlooking the ocean. It was really nice! read more

Surf Diner - All was really good! Sweet tea was amazing and so was the biscuit! - Seafood Near Me - Surfside Beach, South Carolina

Great place. We came in after collecting seashells. Everyone was super friendly. Food and coffee was great. Our waitress was great. Very attentive read more

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Not even as good as McDonald's...My family and I visited the Surf Diner for breakfast within the first week it was open. We had also visited Nibils which was previously in this location. Surf Diner was very clean and a friendly staff. They had several breakfast options on their menu. I ordered the Surfside special which was 2 eggs, meat, potatoes, and toast. The potatoes (hash browns) were bland with no taste. I have had better brown and serve sausage than the sausage I ate that day. Eggs were good and toast was ok. My son had pancakes and they were equally bland. My wife enjoyed her breakfast sandwich but was charged 2.99 for a small plate of bland, tasteless hash browns. I thought that was a little excessive. Overall, I gave them one star for being clean and friendly, but based on the food there is no way I will return. One or two summer max on the pier until something with taste replaces them. It just seems like they get everything out of the box rather than trying to specialize in something. How do you screw up breakfast? read more

Great breakfast food and excellent service! Waiter recommended the Colorado omelet which was cooked perfectly. The grits were creamy and well prepared and they asked if we wanted our bacon crispy which I thought was above and beyond. We will visit again. read more

We have enjoyed this spot right on the ocean. The food and service is great. It is kid friendly. The kids can hang on the beach until their food arrives. The inside is a. Ice atmosphere as well. If you are in the Surfside area, I highly recommend it. read more

We loved this place. We were going to eat next door but there was a wait so we were coming over here for drinks but decided to stay basically bc of Will. He was very personable and fun to talk to. We even came back the next morning for breakfast which was a ton of food and good! Thanks for being great, Will!! read more

Great little spot for breakfast! Had the chicken fried steak and eggs which were fantastic. The staff were very friendly and service was super quick. There's even a lovely view of the water and direct beach access. read more

We had breakfast this morning with the most amazing view of the ocean. The service was amazing and the food did not disappoint. They made me gluten free French toast which is not on the menu and it was amazing with bacon and fresh blueberries. I would highly recommend this restaurant if you are in the area!!! read more

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Yummmmmm! Hubby and I went here every morning for breakfast during our stay in surfside! The waitresses were awesome, food was good and seriously some good grits! I love me some grits! Oh yeah and bloody Mary's for breakfast on vacation! Why not... read more

This place is seriously amazing! I have not found a good breakfast place like this with such a nice view! So impressed, glad we live up the street I will come back! read more

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Loved the view as we dined outside!! The food was very tasty , drinks were delicious and the service was good!! Prices were reasonable. read more

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Amazing food and the pina colada was so refreshing! Love the view from our booth, overlooked the beach. The clam chowder was delicious, so were the hush puppies. Crab cakes were good too. The highlight of the meal was the pina colada though. Simply delicious! read more

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