Sara J's
Seafood Restaurant in Garden City
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There are currently 162 user submitted reviews for this restaurant.No description has been submitted for this restaurant.
Reviews of Sara J's
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Sara J's Posted: Jul 06th, 2006 at 10:35 am From: Gate City, VA By: sem Avg. Rating:4.5 |
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This was surely one of the most memorable dining experiences of my life. My wife and I have been vacationing in Garden City for 10 years and always have intentions of dining at Sara J's but never took the time, oh what we missed. Sara J's is now my favorite seafood restaurant of all times. This will definately be an annual stop on our vacation. The quality of food was out of this world.I had the Sara J's Special. This is a wonderful fare for a seafood lover, fish, shrimp, oysters, deviled crab and scollops. The scollops were the best I ever had, tender moist and the flavor burst in your mouth with every bite, no sauce or butter needed. The only thing I would change about this treasure from the sea would be to add a side of steamed vegetables. My wife had the 12oz ground Angus beef with potato and salad. According to her the beef was char grilled to perfection, tender and moist so no sauce was needed. Our salads were fresh and the dressings were top notch, smooth and creamy. She had the honey mustard and I chose the blue cheese. The level of service provided was outstanding. Our waitress was on top of her game. I must say she was in the top three of waiters and waitresses I have had. She earned more than the recommended 18% gratuity and we were very happy to oblige. I only wish I could remember her name so you could ask for her. The one thing I would have negative to say about her is she didn't offer us any of the famous Key Lime pie but she really did us a favor because we didn't have any room left for it. Atmosphere of the restaurant is some of the best in the Myrtle Beach area. The waiting area is very comfortable and tastefully decorated. Excellent opportunity to meet other guest in a pleasant environment. The dining area has an excellent view of the marsh and it's wildlife. This was a great plus to us. We love the marsh as much as the beach. Very few restaurants can offer this view, I can only think of two more in the area. The climate inside was very comfortable, it must have been just right because my wife never complained and if she is going to complain about anything it would be the temperature. Value for the money is right in line with other fine restaurants. You get what you pay for. The only item on the menu that I felt was a little off was the 8 oz Lobster Tails for $41.95. This did not affect my menu selection, only a casual observation. If I had wanted the Lobster tails I would have paid it because no doubt in my mind they would have been the best. Length of time to be seated was average. I had heard stories of 2 hour waits so I was prepared. To my pleasent surprise we only had a 30 minute wait. Time passes by when you have good conversation with your best friend and this gave us an opportunity to meet other guest. I could have easily passed an hours time. If you do have to wait for an hour or longer you will not be disappointed. Noise level of the restaurant, what noise? Again, soft conversation with my best friend what a pleasure. To be such a busy place the noise level was soft and quiet. The staff is excellent. They can be as busy as bees around you and never disturb you. If you are looking for a memorable dining experience that will last a life time this is the place to be. When I make my next trip to Sara J's I will be having the sauteed shrimp and scallops. Sauteed in wine and lemon with just the right seasonings. A dinner guest at the next table ordered this and oh my what a feast for the eyes to behold. I can only imagine the mouth watering flavor. ref: 2912 
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Sara J's Posted: Jun 03rd, 2006 at 11:23 pm From: Anderson, SC By: sem Avg. Rating:4.2 |
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Absolutley the best seafood and the prices are great. ref: 2595
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Sara J's Posted: May 05th, 2006 at 10:42 am From: Roanoke, VA By: shs Avg. Rating:4.3 |
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We followed the old chef from what is now Coleman's in Calabash to Sara J's when they reorganized. There is no better cold boiled shrimp or hushpuppies in the world. My husband doesn't eat seafood but raves about the steak. And my 4 year old can make two meals out of the enormous kid's hamburger! The atmosphere is gorgeous, the food and service are always superb (even when we dashed in during a hurricane evacuation!) and we NEVER miss going there twice during every stay. We always go over to the Garden City Pier afterward for games, music, and a walk on the pier for a truly memorable evening! ref: 2355
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Sara J's Posted: Jan 16th, 2006 at 8:12 pm From: Powder Springs, GA. By: jw Avg. Rating:4.5 |
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We love to go to Sara Js. When we go to Myrtle Beach. The food is very good. After playing golf a good place to hang out. ref: 1882
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Sara J's Posted: Sep 21st, 2005 at 12:54 pm From: Charlotte, NC By: hg Avg. Rating:4.2 |
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Our frist visit was in February. We can't wait to go back again this September! The food is wonderful, large servings, the service is excellent, the wait a little long, but worth it. Sara J's has the best seafood in the area. Come early and enjoy the best of dining out. ref: 1315
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Sara J's Posted: Aug 17th, 2005 at 11:11 am From: Charlotte, NC By: las Avg. Rating:4 |
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This is our favorite place to eat when we're at the beach.. the food is the best on the Strand! The view across the marsh is fabulous, especially at sunset. The wait is always too long, but to be expected. Unfortunately, most of the waiting area is outside, which can be a problem when those evening rainstorms roll through! We love it anyway and always make a couple of visits during our stay. ref: 1099
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Sara J's Posted: Jul 24th, 2005 at 12:17 pm From: Morehead , KY By: je Avg. Rating:5 |
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We have been visiting the Garden City area since the early 90s and watched Sara J's being built. We waited a couple of years before trying it and I must say it was our loss. The food is excellent and the service is outstanding. We usually have the Combo Platter and then share the different seafoods. If you call ahead, they will tell you the approximate wait and you can have your name added to the waiting list. It's not a reservation but it saves you from a long wait, although you do meet some very nice people while you're waiting. ref: 911
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Sara J's Posted: Jun 29th, 2005 at 11:08 pm From: Muncy, PA By: adc Avg. Rating:4.7 |
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This was our first visit to Sara J's (6/21/05). Last year the wait was nearly 1 hour 45 mins so we went else where. This year we planned to go early. We arrive at 4:50 pm and were seated at 5:25 pm. I had the Buffalo Shrimp for starters, then the Shrimp and Grits for the meal. OMG was that good! I'm told by a couple locals this place is a well kept secret. I can see why. The prices are typical for what you get. The servings are huge so bring your appetite. You won't be disappointed. ref: 725
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Sara J's Posted: Jun 10th, 2005 at 9:27 am From: akron, OH By: djl Avg. Rating:4.8 |
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Go early! They opened at 4pm, we got there at 4:20 and didn't have to wait. By 5pm there was a line to get in. The steak was one of the best I've had in the Myrtle Beach area. Both the seafood souffle and crab cakes were good but had a lot of breading; don't get them if you don't like breading. The grilled shrimp and scallops were excellent. If you only get one thing there make sure it's the key lime pie - outstanding! ref: 563
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Sara J's Posted: May 23rd, 2005 at 5:22 pm From: Pickens, SC By: nf Avg. Rating:5 |
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My family and I usually go to the beach for 2 weeks. During those two weeks we eat at Sara J's AT LEAST 4 times. The food is wonderful as well as the atmosphere. Everything is great from Chicken to Seafood! Be ready to wait, but it is well worth it! ref: 492
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Sara J's Posted: May 01st, 2005 at 7:07 am From: Williamstown, WV By: cm Avg. Rating:4.7 |
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The only reason I rated the seating time as average is because there is a long wait, but well worth it ! ref: 425
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Sara J's Posted: Jan 06th, 2005 at 7:44 pm From: Greenwood, SC By: rbf Avg. Rating:5 |
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I have been visiting Garden City since I was 13, I am now 50.
I use to crab where Sara J's now stands.
I must say I would much rather be in Sara J's eating the wonderful seafood prepared there than outside trying to catch my dinner!
I have not found anything on the menu that I do not like.
The servers are always friendly...even during the July rush!
If you have to wait, you will not be disappointed!
The food is excellent. ref: 129
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