Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is well known for its white sandy beaches, world-class golf courses and balmy weather. The Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce estimates that the city receives more than 14 million visitors per year. Area merchants are more than happy to cater to the needs of the tourists, and even on major holidays like Thanksgiving, there are plenty of restaurants happy to serve up a festive meal.
For those who do not mind giving up the turkey dinner, Rioz offers a fun way to spend Thanksgiving Day. Rioz is a Brazilian churrascaria (steakhouse) that serves in the traditional rodizio style. An all-you-can-eat salad bar includes over 25 salad items to choose from as well as salmon, shrimp and fresh sushi.
Your place setting includes a round chip that is green on one side and red on the other. Flip the chip to the green side and the parade of meat begins. Waiters in traditional gaucho garb come to your table bearing large skewers with cuts of meat, poultry and fish. They use a large knife to cut slabs of the meat off for your enjoyment. When you simply can’t eat any more, flip the chip to the red side and the food stops arriving. Meat dishes include beef, pork, lamb, chicken, shrimp and sausage. Customer favorites include filet wrapped in bacon, pork loin seasoned with fresh parmesan and sea salt-seasoned sirloin.
Rioz Brazilian Steakhouse
2920 Hollywood Dr.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-839-0777
rioz.com
Thorny’s has been serving up its award-winning ribs in a lively and casual environment since 1994. It offers something for everyone with its gift shop, bar, full-service restaurant and arcade area for the big and little kids. The décor is eclectic featuring mounted deer heads, wall murals and brightly colored walls and chairs.
The everyday menu features a variety of appetizers, sandwiches, salads, burgers and seafood, poultry, pasta, chicken, beef and pork entrees. Customer favorites include the char-grilled steaks, prime rib and baby-back ribs. Thorny’s special Thanksgiving Day menu features traditional turkey, stuffing, green beans and potatoes with gravy and cranberry sauce, followed up by a slab of house-made Southern bourbon pecan pie. Call ahead for their holiday reservation policy.
Thorny’s Steakhouse & Saloon
600 S Kings Highway
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-448-2333
thornys.com
Thoroughbreds offers locals and visitors a fine dining experience on Thanksgiving and throughout the year. Dark wood tones, richly colored walls, open fireplaces and comfortable seating add to the elegant yet low-key ambiance. The extensive wine cellar offers a large assortment of wines from around the world, with many of them available by the glass or half bottle.
The restaurant’s everyday menu features appetizers, soups and sides, as well as beef, poultry, seafood, pasta, pork and lamb entrees. Call ahead for Thanksgiving reservations and specials.
Thoroughbreds Restaurant
9706 N Kings Highway
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
843-497-2636
thoroughbredsrestaurant.com
