Paula Deen's Family Kitchen

I really enjoyed the family-style dinner buffet! The food was fresh and hot, and our server provided great service. The restaurant also had a wide variety of kitchenware to choose from. I have just two minor complaints, but I still believe it deserves a solid 5 stars. First, the air conditioning vents should be directed towards the dining area; they were blowing right over my table, making my food cold to eat. Secondly, I personally prefer to inject the fried chicken breast with marinade, similar to how you would prepare a deep-fried turkey, as I found the breast a bit dry. Overall, the dinner was fantastic, and I will definitely return!

I had a fantastic experience! The restaurant is situated right by the waterfront, which adds to its charm. They serve dinner only, with no breakfast or lunch options available. The portions are generous, and they don’t provide take-out boxes—so once you start, the food keeps coming as long as you want more. The only item that can be boxed to take home is dessert. A few additional notes: they don’t accept call-in orders, there’s no outdoor seating, and they don’t offer delivery.

I had an amazing dining experience at this restaurant! The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, and the food was absolutely delicious. Everything was served quickly, making our meal even more enjoyable. However, I was disappointed to learn that they don’t offer takeout or allow you to take home any leftover food. During our gathering of nine, we ended up with enough food for three more meals, all of which unfortunately went to waste. I even offered to pay extra to bring some home, but they have a strict policy against it due to the family-style dining concept. I had hoped to take some food back for family members who couldn't join us. While I truly loved the meal, the no-takeout policy will prevent me from returning in the future.

Be sure to check out the large gift shop, which has something for everyone! You can either take the escalator or the elevator to reach the second floor if needed. Once you arrive, you'll be greeted and asked for your beverage order right away. The drink options are standard, with a selection of adult beverages available. The restaurant offers a family-style dining experience, allowing you to choose your main dishes and sides. They provide unlimited refills on food and beverages (though adult drinks cannot be taken home). However, you can definitely take your dessert to go, so enjoy it while you're there! For our party of eight, the food choices were fantastic: fried chicken, pulled pork, collard greens, mashed potatoes, chicken and dumplings, green beans, and creamed corn. Everything tasted great, although I found the collard greens to be a bit salty. Overall, our group unanimously agreed that the food was wonderful. If you're in Myrtle Beach, be sure to give it a try; I don't think you'll be disappointed! Staff: 5 Stars Food: 5 Stars Service: 4 Stars Cleanliness: 5 Stars

I had a fantastic experience! The location by the water is stunning. They serve dinner only—no breakfast or lunch. The portions are generously large, and they don’t provide to-go boxes; you can keep ordering food until you’re satisfied. The only item that can be boxed up and taken home is dessert. Additionally, they don’t accept call-in orders, external seating, or delivery.