Bars & Nightlife
Best Beachfront Bars in Myrtle Beach

Visit Sea Captain’s for some of the best dining and bar experiences around! Sea Captain’s serves everything from Breakfast to Dinner and offers an extensive, fresh and local menu. In addition to great dining, be sure to come to Sea Captain’s for some of their signature cocktails and specialty drinks. They also offer and an extensive list of wines served by the glass and by the bottle. Enjoy some of these amazing cocktails and drinks all while sitting and relaxing on their brand new waterfront bar!

Known as a favorite among locals and visitors for over three decades, Ocean Annie’s tends to draw larger crowds than most other bars along the Grand Strand. On top of being on the oceanfront, Ocean Annie’s boats a pool deck with live music, dancing, and a public swimming pool. And, while Ocean Annie’s gets a lot of attention from those staying at Sands Ocean Club, many other vacationers and locals can be spotted here having a drink and tons of fun. Of course, if you get to Ocean Annie’s on an overly-crowded day, patrons also have the option to check out the Sand Bar just across the street.

The name here says it all! Become a true beach bum while hanging out at the bar at Bummz. Here, guests will find a large outdoor deck complete with tiki torches that set a chilled-out mood. Also, Bummz has an outdoor stage where local bands play familiar songs that will entertain you while you relax with a drink in hand.

Located near the 14th Avenue Pier, Tin Roof is a brand new roof top bar and life music venue that is situated right on the beautiful beach. Enjoy unbeatable views from the open air bar and patio or stay inside and listen to some live music. They offer Happy Hour Monday – Friday from 4-7 p.m. Guests can enjoy 16 draft beer selections, refreshing cocktails, buckets, and more. Plus, their food menu boasts “better than bar food” with items like Dixie Biscuits (3 fried biscuit sliders, smoked brisket, bacon, peach jam, and cheddar cheese); Smashville (custom burger topped with bbq pulled pork, bacon, & slaw); Nashville Hot Chicken (buttermilk fried chicken rubbed with cayenne, served on Texas Toast with ranch potato salad and pickles); and many other tasty eats.

Located below the iconic Myrtle Beach Skywheel, Landshark Bar & Grill is a Jimmy Buffet restaurant that has become a beloved spot among vacationers. Enjoy watching the waves crash against the shore while feasting on a menu favorite like a cheesesteak or a Po Boy. Or, come here and have a drink from the open-air bar while watching people stroll by on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk.

Ever since the Boardwalk was constructed, Oceanfront Bar & Grill has become a booming center of bar activity. This oceanfront bar keeps their garage-style doors open on beautiful days to allow the sea breeze to flow inside, all while providing shelter from the summer sun. After spending the day at the beach, guests here will love the bar menu as well as long neck beers kept on ice. Oceanfront Bar & Grill is also located right next to the Plyler Park stage, where guests can enjoy free live music during the summer months.

Malibu’s Surf Bar is located oceanfront at the Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort. Open seasonally, the beach bar hosts live entertainment and karaoke.

The oceanfront mega bar is located on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk in the heart of Myrtle Beach. In addition to one of the best views on the beach, the bar features a full menu of food, including burgers, seafood and a variety of mac-and-cheese creations. Riptydz offers a variety of beers, wine and mixed drinks.

8th Ave Tiki Bar offers fantastic scenery inside and out. Sit out back for great ocean views and people watching along the boardwalk. The menu offers an eclectic mix of finger foods, pizza, gourmet salads, seafood, burgers and skewers. The bar has more than 50 beers including new seasonals each month. If you’re feeling extra frisky try The Jeffrey” which is a shot made from 18 different liquors, light beer, OJ and sprite. Live bands play throughout the year.

Not only a great beachfront bar, but one of the best Irish Pubs in town! This North Myrtle Beach hangout serves great food, a huge selection of beers and even features a game room and live entertainment inside — but what makes it really great is the patio. Literally steps from the sand, this is one of the best places in North Myrtle Beach to grab a drink and catch a few rays in the process.