We’ve all heard the conventional wisdom before — because breakfast sets the body’s metabolic pace as the day’s first meal, it is widely considered to be the most important meal of the day. And this might hold especially true in the Myrtle Beach area, where the list of family-friendly attractions waiting to be discovered and explored is lengthy — and visitors can use all the fuel they can get to pack in as much fun as possible.
Fortunately for Grand Strand vacationers ready to rise, shine and get the exploration started, the area offers an array of eateries serving top-notch breakfasts to get the juices flowing. During your next getaway at The Strand Resort on the Myrtle Beach oceanfront, head for one of these top breakfast spots after you hop out of bed to get the day started with a memorable meal:
Johnny D’s Waffles and Benedicts
As the name implies, the focus at this breakfast joint located on North Kings Highway less than a mile from The Strand Resort is on its waffles, which are homemade and cooked to order Belgian-style. Unique waffle options here include (just to name a few) the Old-Fashioned Waffle with cinnamon and sugar, the Cinnaroll Waffle with cinnamon sauce swirled in and cream cheese icing on top, and the Banana Split Waffle topped with bananas, ice cream and chocolate sauce. Other breakfast favorites available at Johnny D’s include Benedicts, skillets, breakfast sandwiches, a range of creative omelet varieties, and lots more. See the entire breakfast menu here.
Lulu’s Cafe
Known for its pink neon sign, the giant and colorful beach-scene mural adorning its building, and the tasty American fare it serves up, this eclectic diner found on North Ocean Boulevard (less that a mile south of The Strand Resort) in downtown Myrtle Beach is a locals’ favorite for good reason. It lands on this list because it serves breakfast dishes all day long, so visitors here can enjoy scrambles, Benedicts, pancakes, waffles and the like whenever they choose (during business hours, of course). Visit the Lulu’s Facebook page to learn more and explore the full menu.
Eggs Up Grill
With a pair of locations in Myrtle Beach (one just a couple miles inland from The Strand) and another pair in North Myrtle Beach, this eatery serves up homemade breakfast flavors all day long. Favorite combos here include Corned Beef Hash & Eggs, Steak & Eggs, and Avocado Toast & Eggs, and the menu also offers a range of tasty breakfast sandwiches, Benedicts, omelets, pancakes, waffles, home fry bowls and more. Explore the full menu at eggsupgrill.com/eats/breakfast-lunch/.
Blueberry’s Grill
Located on North Kings Highway about 4.5 miles north of The Strand, the creative menu items at Blueberry’s Grill have been delighting native Grand Stranders and visitors alike since its 2017 founding. The served-all-day breakfast options here include fancy favorites like the Wild Smoked Salmon Croissant and the Country Benedict with fried green tomatoes, poached eggs, applewood smoked bacon and hollandaise sauce. Of course, more traditional offerings such as pancakes, waffles, French toast, and an array of breakfast sandwiches and skillets are also available. Check out the full menu at com.
The House of Blues Gospel Brunch
Served every Sunday at famed Barefoot Landing entertainment venue the House of Blues in North Myrtle Beach, this morning (or midday) meal combines soul food and the soulful sounds of inspirational gospel music. The pairing delivers an amazing live gospel show accompanied by an all-you-can-eat Southern-style buffet spread featuring carving stations and house specials such as jambalaya, fried chicken and waffles, and pulled-pork barbecue. Guests can finish off the meal with melt-in-your-mouth desserts like bourbon bread pudding and Mississippi mud cake. Reservations are recommended for this one. Learn more at com.
After enjoying one of the Myrtle Beach area’s best breakfasts at your restaurant of choice, head back to The Strand Resort to relax in your comfortable oceanfront accommodations and treat yourself to some of the wide-ranging amenities found on-site. Book your Myrtle Beach getaway today — and get ready to savor some of the best offerings on the Grand Strand.
