Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant

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3060 Howard Avenue, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 843-839-0249

Highlights: Good Location, Proximity to Shopping, Garlic Fries

With multiple locations across the U.S., Gordon Biersch Restaurant and Brewery is a popular destination for beer lovers and those who love unexpected flavors, fresh ingredients, and original recipes.

Located at The Market Common — also known as Myrtle Beach’s “upscale, downtown” shopping center — this brewpub features an inviting atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating options that are perfect for enjoying a cold beer and a tasty meal.

Best Brews

Gordon Biersch’s selection of handcrafted beer is brewed on-site and comes in a variety of styles, including German lagers, American ales, and seasonal specialty brews. You can’t go wrong with the popular Marzen, a mildly sweet, auburn-colored lager that goes down smooth.

Best Bites

The menu offers delicious pub-style fare, including burgers, sandwiches, and salads. A must-try is Biersch’s legendary garlic fries, started as a late-night treat by founder Dan Gordon over 30 years ago. These tasty treats are tossed in olive oil and seasoned with freshly chopped garlic and parsley.

Independent Republic Brewing Company

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201 Fantasy Harbour Blvd. Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

843-903-2628

Highlights: Big Waterfront Backyard, Concerts, Draft Selection

Boasting itself as “Myrtle Beach’s Waterfront Brewery,” Independent Republic is a microbrewery and beer garden that sits along the banks of the Intracoastal Waterway and is part of one of the area’s most popular hangouts, The Boathouse Waterway Bar & Grill.

The Boathouse has spent nearly 20 years establishing itself as one of the area’s premier spots for waterfront fun, with “the best Backyard in town” featuring gorgeous views of the water, easy access via boat, and an outdoor stage that hosts free concerts every Sunday all summer long. Inside, you’ll find a solid selection of pub fare to eat, another live music stage, and plenty more brews on tap, including some great regional selections you won’t find anywhere else at the beach.

Best Brews

The staff here is dedicated to crafting unique brews using local ingredients. Selections include punny brews like the Tourist Saison, Wheat Chin Music Double IPA, and Berried Alive berry Pale Ale, as well as more standard fare like the Nellie Light easy-drinking lager.

Best Bites

Boathouse Chicken Bog Balls are a twist on a Grand Strand delicacy. These snackable bites are filled with rice, pulled chicken, and onion, then rolled in flour and deep-fried for a unique, tasty treat.