AWARD-WINNING MYRTLE BEACH SEAFOOD BUFFET
A Family Tradition Since 1986 – An Original Landmark on the Grand Strand.
The Original Benjamin’s Calabash Seafood has been serving fresh local seafood daily for nearly four decades. Known as the best Myrtle Beach seafood buffet, our landmark restaurant introduced the Grand Strand to authentic Calabash-style seafood — lightly battered, perfectly fried, and served with Southern hospitality.
Our famous Myrtle Beach buffet features more than 170 all-you-can-eat items, including shrimp, oysters, and our legendary all-you-can-eat crab legs. Whether you’re craving a family-friendly dinner, planning a group outing, or simply searching for the best seafood buffet in Myrtle Beach, you’ll find it here. Step inside and enjoy not just incredible food but a true nautical dining adventure.
So sail in today for an unforgettable experience at The Original Benjamin’s — the Myrtle Beach Calabash buffet where food, fun, and family memories come together.
BUILDING HISTORY EVERYDAY.
JIMMY FROST, OUR VERY OWN MASTER SHIPWRIGHT
Jimmy Frost has handcrafted or restored every ship model on display at The Original Benjamin’s. These aren’t simple model kits — Jimmy’s masterpieces are large-scale works of art, including our 18-foot Queen Elizabeth II.
As you explore the restaurant, you’ll discover his detailed replicas of historic cruise liners, schooners, military ships, and even airplanes. This unique collection adds to our reputation as more than just the top seafood buffet in Myrtle Beach — we’re a destination where history, craftsmanship, and culinary tradition meet.
“Best place to eat in Myrtle Beach!”
This place was great. I have not seen so many seafood dishes in my life at one place. My family and I all enjoyed the food. Everything was fresh and very well seasoned.
“Crabtastic!”
This is my all time favorite Seafood Buffet. The food is always good and the service is great.
“Best Seafood Buffet On The Grand Strand!”
If you want the best, this is the best! I Love Food & I am never disappointed here.
“A must visit restaurant while in myrtle beach!”
They have a 170-item menu that is great for everyone. I'd definitely return to this gem!
AWARD-WINNING MYRTLE BEACH BUFFET
A Family Tradition Since 1986... A Landmark on the Grand Strand, The Original Benjamin’s Calabash Seafood serves fresh local seafood daily. Our Myrtle Beach buffet is also world-famous for introducing the Myrtle Beach area to cooking seafood Calabash style. Calabash style seafood is lightly battered and deep-fried. If great food, family fun, and a good time are what you’re craving, then you’ve definitely found the place. So sail on in for the adventures of a true nautical dining experience. Be sure to save room for an abundance of sensational food and memories.
BUILDING HISTORY EVERYDAY.
JIMMY FROST, OUR VERY OWN MASTER SHIPWRIGHT... has either built or restored all the models seen at The Original Benjamin's. However, these aren't your little brother's model ship kits! Unlike the models moist of us are used to, Jimmy handcrafts his models and prefers them to be on a large scale. For example, our 18 foot Queen Elizabeth II. Throughout the restaurant you’ll see Jimmy’s work applied to a number of historical cruise liners, Schooners, military ships, as well as airplanes.
