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New Korean Steakhouse In South Carolina Offers Interactive Cooking Experience

Author Debbie Nance

Every time we go on vacation we look for new places to eat and have fun. And, this new Korean Steakhouse South Carolina recently opened offers an interactive cooking experience and certainly delivered on both great food and fun.

On our annual July 4th trip to Myrtle Beach, we happened upon this spot that recently opened this Spring. I have to admit when we popped in we really had no idea what we were getting ourselves into. But, sometimes that’s the best way to experience something new and different.

Our Experience At The New Korean Steakhouse South Carolina

The new Korean Steakhouse South Carolina recently opened that I’m referring to is LAVA Korean Steakhouse next to the Myrtle Beach Mall in an old bank building. But, you’d never know folks used to come here to cash checks!

It’s a very bright and welcoming atmosphere with super comfy seating, I might add. And, each table is equipped with a recessed grill apparatus available for table cooking if you choose. So, of course, that’s what we chose.

the table top grill at Lava Korean Steakhouse, a new Korean Steakhouse South Carolina recently opened
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There are a variety of options to select on the menu, including various meats, seafood and veggies. You decide on your option depending on how many people are participating and really how much you want to spend and how hungry you might be.

There were just 3 of us. So, we chose a package that was suited for 2-3 at just $69. The meats included short ribs, chicken, pork, beef bulgogi and plenty of veggies. There were onions, asparagus, peppers, etc. It would honestly have fed 4.

the set up of meats, vegetables and toppings ready to cook at Lava Korean Steakhouse in North Myrtle Beach, a new Korean Steakhouse South Carolina recently opened
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Plus, they delivered an array of toppings and sauces, including Gochujang, Kimchi and more. Each guest received rice, too. They even provided butter and fat to cook the items in. And, we had chopsticks, tongs and scissors to assist us.

How It Works At This New Korean Steakhouse South Carolina

At this new Korean Steakhouse in South Carolina, the waiter lit the table top grill and gave us a very brief introduction to cooking our food. Then, we jumped in. It reminded me a bit of fondue, but grilled.

I admit it was a learning curve getting the cooking just right and experimenting with heat adjustment. There’s a knob on the table to adjust that. And, we learned quickly we would need to ask for a knife for cutting our cooked items. I think maybe that was just an oversight from the waitstaff to begin with.

But, they were very accommodating when we needed something. And, the owners/managers were very friendly checking in on us. And, our waiter switched out our grill when it got a bit charred. It was so fun playing around with mixing flavors and sauces. And, I think having one visit under our belt will give us a leg up next time we visit this new Korean Steakhouse South Carolina recently opened. So, we’ll rock it!

Also, we had one of the smoothest, clean and light tasting drinks ever. We ordered a margarita with spicy jalapeno Casamigos. It wasn’t really spicy, but it was super refreshing and easy to sip.

margarita at Lava Korean Steakhouse in North Myrtle Beach, New Korean Steakhouse South Carolina recently opened
Debbie Nance

LAVA Korean Steakhouse also offers plenty of options for sushi lovers and kitchen dishes for those who don’t want to cook the food themselves. But, I encourage everyone to try it.

We felt it would especially be a great date night activity! And, they have a really nice outdoor space that would be awesome in cooler weather.

Debbie Nance is the afternoon co-host along with her husband on "The Charlie and Debbie Show" at WSOC, Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for 18 years. Debbie is a CMA Award winner for Radio Personality of the Year. And, she has worked in radio for 40 years. Before her current afternoon position, Debbie spent more than a decade as co-host on morning shows in several markets across the Southeast. As a content creator for Country 1037, Debbie writes articles about food, new restaurants in the Carolinas and travel experiences.

6 Myrtle Beach South Carolina Restaurants We Consider Must Visit Spots

We make at least two visits to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina every year.  And, as you might imagine, we spend a good bit of our time looking for the best places to grab a bite.  In fact, we just returned from our annual winter trip.  And, since it’s too cold for the sand, eating takes an even more important role!  So, I figured a list of Myrtle Beach South Carolina restaurants we consider must visit spots would be a welcome guide for your next trip.  Obviously, the area has so many places loved by many visitors.  Visit Myrtle Beach says more than 19 million people visit the area annually.  And, the region is home to more than 1800 full service dining options.  However, the list I put together are the ones that we not only truly enjoy, they are those we feel we must visit every time.  In fact, if we don’t eat at these each time we go to the beach, we feel we missed something.  Some of these are Myrtle Beach institutions.  And, chances are you know them well.  But, others might not be as familiar.  We count ourselves lucky to have adventurous friends willing to try just about anything.  Therefore, I feel like in the 17 years since we began  our annual trips, we tried a bunch of places.  So, here are the Myrtle Beach, South Carolina restaurants we consider our must visit spots every time we’re at the beach.

Myrtle Beach South Carolina Restaurants We Consider Must Visit Spots

Our group at Crooked Hammock Brewery And Restaurant at Barefoot Landing in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

  • King's Famous Pizza and Pasta

    We absolutely love this place. It’s been around forever, famous for their pizza and subs. While their pizza and other Italian entrees are amazing, my fave is their Italian Sub. It’s served warm on toasty bread, piled with salami, ham, veggies and drizzled with the house dressing they’re known for. My friend and I always make a beeline for King’s the minute we get into town. And, yes, we always get extra dressing for the hot sub. The service is great, the friendly faces are familiar and the food is out of this world. Find them at 3511 Hiway 17 S.in North Myrtle.

  • Lombardo's Italian Restaurant

    This spot is one we added to the must visit list a couple of years ago.  Of course, we eat seafood and all the things you expect on a beach trip.  But, there always comes a time during our trip we get a craving for Italian food.  And, one of the places we love to satisfy that craving is Lombardo’s.  I can’t say enough about the olive oil and herb dipper they bring out with the warm toasty bread.  I can’t even tell you how they make it so incredible.  And, believe me I wish I knew so I could re-create it at home.  And, an Italian staple, their meatballs are awesome.  One of their specials is always the lobster ravioli.  It’s definitely a keeper.  Honestly, everything I ever ordered is great.  Find them at 7604 N. Kings Hiway in Myrtle Beach.

  • Odori Japanese Steakhouse

    This spot just joined our list of must visits last year.  Some friends who live at the beach introduced us to Odori.  And, I’m glad they did.  We love Japanese hibachi restaurants.  Of course, we love to visit Myabi for the tremendous hibachi cooked right before us at the table.  But, this place is a bit different.  There’s no prep at the table.  It’s simply prepared in the kitchen behind you and brought to you.  But, it’s still incredibly delicious.  The entrees are the familiar ones you find at any Japanese steakhouse.  Also, we love that for a small charge you can share the entree with your dining partner.  That’s a welcome opportunity since these servings are usually so big!  And, the meal finishes with yummy rainbow sherbet.  Find them in North Myrtle at 627 Main St. in a charming little shopping area.  And, they took the Myrtle Beach Herald readers’ choice awards for 2022 in the Asian Style Restaurant category.

  • Crooked Hammock Brewery

    We like this must visit place so much that we visited twice this trip.  Crooked Hammock Brewery is at Barefoot Landing.  The atmosphere is cool and there’s plenty for kids and adults to do on sunny afternoons.  There’s cornhole or ping pong happening.  This time we grabbed some adirondack chairs outside and ordered food and drink to enjoy outdoors in the sun near Tortuga Island.  That’s the outdoor bar.  I highly recommend the Long Board Nachos for sharing at the table.  The burgers are so good.  And the pineapple wings are just the right amount of sweet and savory.

  • SOHO Steak And Seafood Sushi Bar

    We can’t leave without a stop at this must visit spot.  We absolutely love their happy hour bites and drinks.  They’re very affordable if you go early.  And, the outside bar is our favorite location at the North Myrtle Beach location.  It looks out onto the intercoastal waterway.  The Bang Bang Shrimp is wonderful.  And, for their many sushi choices, they will do a soy paper in place of the nori wrap if you like.  That’s definitely what my friend and I always get!  If you haven’t already, add this to your list.

  • Bimini's Oyster Bar And Seafood Cafe

    My hubby and his best friend call this place “the office.”  However, the only work getting done there is throwing back a “Bimini’s Oyster Shooter.”  It’s a shot glass filled with beer, an oyster and a pickled jalapeno slice with hot sauce.  I admit, that item is not my jam.  But. the vibe is great.  The bar food and fried seafood baskets as well as oysters resonate with beach regulars and tourists alike.  So, in honor of mine and my friend’s hubbies, we add this as a must visit restaurant in Myrtle Beach. Find them at 930 Lake Arrowhead Rd. in Myrtle Beach.

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