Barefoot Landing Restaurants: Your Complete Dining Guide

The sun drops behind the tree line and the Intracoastal Waterway turns copper. You’re on the patio at Greg Norman’s with a glass of cabernet, watching a boat slide under the bridge while a prime-cut steak sizzles its way to your table. Somewhere below, a blues riff spills out of House of Blues. The kids are across the boardwalk on LuLu’s ropes course, and you can hear them laughing from here.

That’s a Tuesday night at Barefoot Landing restaurants — about 10 minutes south of our condo at 601 Hillside Dr N, where the Intracoastal Waterway, world-class dining, and live entertainment come together in one sprawling boardwalk complex. Here’s your complete guide to what to eat, who it’s best for, and how to make the most of your evening.

Greg Norman’s Australian Grille — The Premier Steakhouse

If you want the best steak experience near North Myrtle Beach, this is it. Greg Norman (yes, the golfer) put his name on a restaurant that lives up to the brand — choice cuts of beef, fresh seafood, an impressive wine list, and a waterfront setting on the Intracoastal Waterway that’s especially stunning at sunset.

The atmosphere is upscale but not stuffy — you’re at the beach, after all. Smart casual dress works fine. The outdoor patio overlooking the ICW is the premier table in the house if the weather cooperates. Inside, dark wood and warm lighting give the dining room a clubhouse feel, and the clink of heavy silverware and low conversation set a pace that says: take your time.

What to order: The dry-aged ribeye arrives with a char that crackles under your knife and a pink center that practically melts. The pan-seared barramundi (an Australian sea bass) is buttery and flaky with a citrus beurre blanc. Fresh seafood preparations change seasonally. The wine list is deep — over 200 selections.

Price: $$$. This is a splurge dinner, not a Tuesday night casual. Budget ~$50-80/person with drinks.

Best for: Date night, anniversary dinners, celebrating a great round of golf at Barefoot Resort, or anytime you want a memorable steakhouse experience.

Flying Fish Public Market & Grill — Seafood Done Right

Flying Fish combines a fish market with a full restaurant — the freshness is built into the business model. You can see the seafood case when you walk in, rows of fish fillets glistening on crushed ice, and that visual promise carries through to the plate. Southern seafood favorites, sushi, creative cocktails, and a casual-upscale atmosphere that works for families and couples alike.

The grouper is what regulars rave about — blackened with a spice crust that gives way to thick, white, fork-tender flesh. The raw oysters arrive on a bed of ice with a mignonette that has just enough bite. The sushi rolls are creative without being gimmicky — fresh fish, clean cuts, rice at the right temperature. It’s one of the most popular restaurants at Barefoot Landing, and for good reason.

What to order: Grouper (any preparation), raw oysters, specialty cocktails.

Price: $$-$$$. Moderate to upscale depending on what you order.

Best for: Seafood lovers, couples, anyone who values freshness. Very popular — consider reservations or early arrival.

LuLu’s — The Family Headquarters

LuLu’s is the restaurant you go to when the kids need to burn energy AND you need to eat. Lucy Buffett’s massive coastal restaurant comes with a ropes course, beach arcade, sand playground, and live music — all before the food even arrives.

The menu is coastal cuisine with a Southern twist: seafood, sandwiches, burgers, and a kids’ menu that reflects actual knowledge of what children will eat. The Crispy Grouper Sandwich is thick and golden with a remoulade that has a sneaky kick. The Key Lime Pie has reached legendary status on the Grand Strand — tart enough to make your eyes close, with a buttery graham crust and whipped cream piled high.

What to order: Anything seafood. The Key Lime Pie is mandatory.

Price: $$. Family-friendly pricing with big portions.

Best for: Families with kids of any age. The entertainment keeps children happy for the entire visit.

House of Blues — Music Meets Southern Cooking

House of Blues is primarily a live music venue, but the restaurant holds its own. The Southern-inspired menu delivers solid renditions of regional classics — jambalaya thick with andouille sausage and smoky heat, shrimp and grits with a rich, peppery gravy, burgers, and slow-smoked barbecue. The atmosphere is eclectic and vibrant, with folk art covering every inch of wall space, bottlecap mosaics glinting under dim lights, and the low thrum of a bass guitar bleeding through from the music hall next door.

The Sunday Gospel Brunch is a must if you’re in town on a Sunday. Live gospel music, an all-you-can-eat brunch buffet, and an energy that vibrates through the room — voices soaring, plates clattering, strangers clapping along with full hands. It’s one of those “only at the beach” experiences that you’ll talk about long after you leave.

What to order: Sunday Gospel Brunch (reserve ahead). Weeknight: shrimp and grits, burgers, or whatever the daily special is.

Price: $$ for dinner. Gospel Brunch is a fixed price (~$40-50/person).

Best for: Music lovers, Sunday brunch seekers, anyone wanting atmosphere with their meal.

Landshark Bar & Grill — Jimmy Buffett Vibes

If you want island atmosphere, fruity drinks, and a menu that doesn’t take itself too seriously, Landshark delivers. This is Jimmy Buffett-inspired casual dining — tiki torches flickering on the patio, steel drum music drifting from the speakers, and frozen margaritas in colors that match the sunset. The fish tacos come piled with mango slaw and a squeeze of lime that cuts through the crispy batter, and the burgers are thick, juicy, and messy in the best way.

What to order: The Baja fish tacos, a juicy smash burger, a Landshark lager so cold the bottle sweats, and whatever frozen concoction catches your eye.

Price: $$. Casual pricing.

Best for: Families, groups, Parrotheads, and anyone who appreciates a cold drink with a water view.

Making an Evening of It

The beauty of Barefoot Landing isn’t just the restaurants — it’s the full evening experience. Here’s how to structure a great night:

5:00 PM — Arrive at Barefoot Landing. Park once.

5:15 PM — Walk the boardwalk along the Intracoastal Waterway. Browse the shops. Let the kids explore.

6:00 PM — Dinner. Greg Norman’s for adults, LuLu’s for families, Flying Fish for seafood, House of Blues for atmosphere.

7:30 PM — Post-dinner stroll. Ice cream from one of the shops. Alligator Adventure if the kids have energy (check closing times).

8:30 PM — Catch a show at Alabama Theatre or House of Blues, or grab a nightcap at one of the waterfront bars.

One car trip. An entire evening of dining, entertainment, shopping, and waterway views.

Other Barefoot Landing Spots Worth Noting

• Alligator Adventure — Not a restaurant, but a massive reptile park that’s a hit with kids. Great before or after dinner.
• Alabama Theatre — Live variety shows and concerts. Check the schedule for what’s playing during your trip.
• Taco Mundo Kitchen y Cantina — Tacos, burritos, and margaritas in the former T-Bonz space. Walk-ins only. Good fallback if your first choice has a long wait.

Quick Comparison

Come for Greg Norman’s Steak, Stay for Everything Else

Picture this: sunset cocktails on the Intracoastal Waterway, a world-class steak at Greg Norman’s, the kids exhausted from LuLu’s ropes course, and a live show at House of Blues — then a 10-minute drive back to your own 3BR/2BA condo at 601 Hillside Dr N in Ocean Keyes. No hotel lobby. No valet lines. Just a full kitchen for morning coffee, three bedrooms to spread out in, and a 0.65-mile walk to the beach when you wake up. Barefoot Landing is one incredible evening. The condo makes it the start of an incredible week.

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For the nights you don’t drive to Barefoot, walk to Main Street’s sushi, pizza, and rooftop bars — no car needed. See the complete dining guide for every option.