Best Breakfast & Brunch in Myrtle Beach

The Grand Strand wakes up hungry. Pancake houses outnumber almost every other restaurant type, seafood-for-breakfast is a legitimate move, and the brunch scene has expanded from basic buffets to creative, locally-owned spots.

Pancake Houses

Johnny D’s Waffles & Benedicts (multiple locations) — The most creative breakfast on the Grand Strand. Red velvet waffles, crab cake Benedict, and stuffed French toast. Lines on weekends — go before 9 AM.

Croissants Bistro & Bakery — French-inspired pastries, savory croissants, and quiche. More refined than the typical beach breakfast. The almond croissant and the croque madame are standouts.

The Original Pancake House (multiple locations) — Exactly what it sounds like. Reliable, large portions, and a menu that covers every possible pancake and omelette combination.

Beachside Breakfast

Sea Captain’s House (oceanfront) — Upscale brunch overlooking the Atlantic. She-crab soup for breakfast, crab cake eggs Benedict, and mimosas with the waves rolling in. Reservations recommended for weekend brunch.

Bagel Factory — New York-style bagels, lox, and cream cheese. One of the few legitimate bagel spots on the Grand Strand.

Local Favorites

Eggs Up Grill (multiple locations) — Southern breakfast chain that started in Pawleys Island. Shrimp and grits, country fried steak, and sweet potato pancakes. Fast, friendly, and fair-priced.

Solar Café (Surfside Beach) — Health-conscious breakfast with acai bowls, avocado toast, and smoothies alongside traditional egg plates. A nice alternative to the heavy beach breakfast.

Mammy’s Kitchen — Old-school Southern breakfast. Country ham, red-eye gravy, biscuits, and grits. No-frills, generous, and the kind of place grandmothers would approve of.

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