Welcome to The Barrel Sports Bar & Grill
Nestled in Myrtle Beach, The Barrel Sports Bar & Grill offers a vibrant atmosphere reminiscent of a lively dive bar where regulars feel at home. Known for its friendly service and Southern hospitality, it serves a satisfying menu featuring fan favorites like mouthwatering wings and hearty burgers. Patrons rave about the generous portions, including standout fried pickles and a family-recipe sweet tea. Ideal for sports enthusiasts, the bar provides a welcoming space to gather with friends over ice-cold beers and delicious eats. With a clean environment and engaging staff, The Barrel ensures every visit leaves you feeling like family.
The Barrel Sports Bar & Grill: Reviews & Ratings
Dive bar with a lot of regulars like Cheers. We ordered BLT wrap, Burger and Fried Pickles. The Wrap was great. The burger was big with lettuce, tomato and onion and a nice bun . The burger was seasoned with salt but too much salt. The pickle chips were a big surprise, the order was huge, probably 3x the size of an order elsewhere... they were greasy and salty but pretty good. Also ordered a Yuengling on tap and it was ice cold and poured correctly... Happy hour has beer and appetizer specials but limited to 1 discounted appetizer choice if I understood correctly... Our waitress was friendly, and ran that bar all by herself no problem... Taking care of the bar patrons and the diners. So we did like the place and will definitely return again.
This place is amazing. Southern hospitality at its best. The food was delicious and well priced for the amount of food you get, the sweet tea is divine and a family recipe passed down four generations. Cool place to watch sports. Locals are regulars and guests from out of town are welcome. Definitely coming here again during our next visit and will be a regular place to revisit (which is every 1.5-2 years)
Wow, what a place! First time here but definitely not our last! Definitely a dive bar that you need to visit next time you're in town. Restaurant was very clean and well decorated for a sports bar. We chose the wings and pizza and of course cold beer. One of the owners was in the dining room helping the wait staff,he told me that everything was sourced locally. The wings had zero bone bleed which means they were never frozen. The medium sauce was just the right amount of heat for us. He did tell us about the other sauces and next time I'll definitely try the barrel blend that was created in house. Some of the best wings I've had in a long time. The pizza was delicious also, we chose the meat lovers with ranch dip, couldn't have been better. Can't leave out the Bud heavy, a must for wings and pizza. Wait staff was very friendly and prompt, sadly I didn't get her name but she was a very good server! If I was a local, I'd be here all the time!!!
First, let me say this is not a dive. It's "dive-ish." It's clean, the music is solid, the pool table is perfect, wings are tasty and done right, and finally the hospitality! Nikki is the best (she has candy if you ask nice) and Doane, the owner, is super friendly and can spin a yarn. Parking is not an issue, and a 7 and 7 is 5.67
Arrived as a stranger and left as a friend. Got to meet “momma” who runs the place. Had a great chat. The food was good and the beer was cold and service was perfect!!
Great local place. We went for Friday night Team Trivia and fish and chips special. (14) The fish and chips were great! Trivia is fun, too. The waitstaff is so friendly. It was a packed house, and they made us feel welcomed. Took time to check on everybody and make sure we were having a good experience. Will definitely be going back. Amazingly, two people tended bar and waited on all the tables, and no one felt neglected. We were very impressed.
Honestly I don’t know this place gets enough love. It’s not fancy but it’s a nice small sports bar. The people are nice. The wings are well done. The drinks are good. They have frozen ones too if that’s your thing. Word is the pizzas are quite good too.
Nikki runs a very fun operation. She is a great bartender and promotes the place as well as anyone. I’ll be sharing with all who will listen!
Location
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2303 S Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577, United States Hotline: +1 843-448-0097
Welcome to The Barrel Sports Bar & Grill, an inviting gem located at 2303 S Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. This lively establishment, often compared to the beloved “Cheers,” offers a familiar atmosphere where locals and visitors alike gather to enjoy great food and even better company.
The moment you step inside, you’ll feel the warmth of Southern hospitality. Reviews from patrons like Kelly Brion highlight the bar’s commitment to delicious, well-priced meals, and the divine sweet tea that is a cherished family recipe passed down for generations. You can expect to find a menu packed with comfort food classics; from massive, perfectly seasoned burgers and satisfying BLT wraps to surprisingly generous portions of fried pickles that are greasy but delightful.
One of the standout features of The Barrel is its ability to balance a dive bar vibe with cleanliness and a well-decorated atmosphere. As Dale Blankenship noted, try their wings—they are touted as some of the best around, with fresh, never-frozen meat that is expertly cooked to avoid bone bleed. Don't miss their house-created barrel blend sauce for a flavor experience that goes beyond the ordinary. The meat lovers' pizza, paired with ranch dip, is another must-try that promises a deliciously hearty feast.
The sense of community here is palpable; Richard Dorfman remarked on the friendly staff, particularly highlighting their ability to serve both bar patrons and diners with ease and efficiency. Moreover, the welcoming nature of the bar encourages connections—Dominic House shared how he arrived as a stranger but left as a friend after a memorable chat with “momma,” the heart of this homey establishment.
If you’re a sports enthusiast, The Barrel is perfect for you. With multiple screens showcasing your favorite games and a buzz of excitement in the air, it's the ideal spot to watch the action unfold while enjoying a cold Yuengling on tap. Happy hour specials featuring beer and appetizers make it an even sweeter deal for those looking to unwind after a long day.
The Barrel Sports Bar & Grill is not just a place to eat; it’s a community hub where every visit feels like a reunion. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, make sure to stop by and experience the food, the drinks, and the charm that keeps patrons returning time and again. This is one spot that will surely find a place in your heart (and stomach) during your Myrtle Beach adventures!