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Russell's Seafood Grill

4906 Hwy 17 Business, South end of Business 17, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
843-651-0553
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Price range: €9 - €30
Cuisines: Seafood
Good for: Child-friendly, Bar Scene, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Bar Scene, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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Columbia, South Carolina
Senior Contributor
28 reviews 28 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

We saw that Russell’s was the number one rated restaurant in Murrells Inlet by Trip Advisor, so we ate there one evening in early May. We were lucky to get a table for two at the front corner window. I had a half dozen oysters on the half shell and my wife and I shared their seafood platter, which was... More

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Lohja, Finland
Top Contributor
52 reviews 52 reviews
38 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

By what we read here, we decided to give this local gem a try. Excellent service. Our server (Will) could not have been more accommodating or helpful. The owner came around to each table regularly. The raw oysters were very inexpensive, and delicious. The She Crab soup left a little something to be desired, as I don't see the point... More

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Knoxville, Tennessee
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

I go to Murrells Inlet to eat everytime I stay at Pawleys Island or Litchfield. Some how I have always gone to the boardwalk but a local told me I was missing the best food and great company. My wife and I walked up the stairs the lady said find you a seat where you would like to set. After... More

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CALEDONIA
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

I have enjoyed Russell's every time i have been to Murrells Inlet. Warm, sincere, friendly greetings every time. Atmoshere is warm and nautical, service is outstanding. Russell's can become busy at times and you may have to wait, especially during peak times, this is a place that the residents of Murrells Inlet frequent. The fresh flounder dishes are the best... More

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Colonial Heights, Virginia
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

When Russell's was recommended to us we were told there might be a wait, and there was. We were told it would be well worth it though. Well I am sorry to say that it definitely was not worth it. My oysters were soggy and the breading was falling off of them, and my wife's "She Crab Soup" tasted like... More

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Elyria
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

After reading all of Russell's reviews it seemed like our choice for dinner was a no brainer. After our dinner at Russell's we all felt our brains had been preserved. All of our dinners ( 1 marinated tuna, 1 unmarinated tuna, 1 grouper and 1 shrimp and scallop) and 3 sides of green beans were OVER salted to an almost... More

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localgal10, Owner at Russell's Seafood Grill, responded to this review
9 May 2013

I am sorry you found your food too salty. I only heard about it when you were walking out the door. I asked your waitress about it and she said that you had commented on it being salty but that everyone ate everything except the green beans so she didn't think I needed to know, unfortunately that was not the... More

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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We arrived when they had just opened for dinner and we were the only ones there.... so we questioned our decision. Within minutes our server, Will, was attending to us and sharing ideas for dinner choices to maximize our sampling of dishes. We opted to share an oyster appetizer and a large seafood platter. Great idea. More than enough food... More

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Williamsburg, Virginia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

She Crab Soup is a must at this small and friendly Murrell's Inlet establishment. One regular customer told me he comes by most evenings for a bowl of soup and hush puppies. Deviled Crabs are good, FRIED Deviled Crabs are something special. When the proprietor goes to each and every table to check on his customers you feel more like... More

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Wilkesboro, NC
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15 reviews 15 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

Best oysters in town. I got an oyster basket and my husband got an Oyster poor boy. Flavors were wonderful. Would definately eat there again. Good value and great wait staff.

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Mahwah, New Jersey
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

Highly recommended by many of the local people that our group met during our golf trip, and was even greater then expected. When the Owner and his wife throw their lives into their business, it usually means success. When the employees from the bartender to the service help are genuinely happy to be of service to you, you have are... More

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