Calabash Seafood, Seafood buffet restaurant in Myrtle Beach, United States.
Calabash Seafood is a buffet restaurant in Myrtle Beach featuring seafood-focused dishes. The kitchen offers around 170 selections, including fresh local catch, crab legs, lobster tails, and traditional Southern sides.
The restaurant opened in 1986, introducing North Carolina coastal cooking traditions to Myrtle Beach's dining scene. This establishment helped establish regional seafood preparation methods in the local market.
The dining space features handcrafted ship models created by master shipwright Jimmy Frost, positioned throughout the interior. These maritime pieces reflect a local shipbuilding tradition and create an authentic coastal atmosphere for diners.
The restaurant sits near Broadway at the Beach and operates Wednesday through Sunday. Large groups should consider calling ahead to reserve space during busy times.
The kitchen uses the Calabash method, coating fresh fish and shellfish in light batter before quick-frying. This local frying technique gives the dishes their signature crispy texture and flavor.
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