Big Easy Diner

Great food and great people. They were a little understaffed and were closing early. But the food was absolutely wonderful. The grits he said were made with Gouda and were delicious. Eggs, sausage, veggie omelet, potatoes, everything. The Chef/Owner came out and talked to us. Wonderful man. Server was very nice. Please show this business some love and attention.

Incredible find, New Orleans style hidden gem in Longs, SC. Walking in you wouldn’t think much but the food was incredible. We got the bone in wings, smash burger, shrimp and chips, creamy macaroni and cheese, A TON of waffle fries, ribs and cajun crab legs; our server probably thought we were nuts since its just two of us. Nothing was short from delicious. Food comes out fresh. You can watch the kitchen staff cook your food and it’s confirmation that quality it as hand. Definitely will return again and again as theres so much to keep trying on the menu.

Disappointed! I ordered the Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya. I got 2 big chicken wings and 1/2 of 1 slice of sausage. The picture shows my sausage with a teaspoon. The portion size was not what I expected. They did bring a very little bit of more sausage when I asked. It took 25 minutes for my meal to arrive. The server tried to give me pork chops that belonged to the other table that came in ten minutes after me. This was not the worst Jambalaya I have ever had - but it was different with the wings and no seasoned chicken in the rice.

Outstanding food! I had the shrimp Po boy. The Mrs had the big easy special. Huge portions. There was a mix up with our order, so it took longer than expected to get our food, but they gave us a free dessert to make up for it. The banana pudding was delicious.

Very nice and clean restaurant. Food took a minute but was fine because it was all made to order. We had gator bites for appetizer and they were great with the sauce. I had Mac n cheese with crawfish, it was good but I didn’t care for the bread crumbs on top. My husband had red beans and rice with andouille sausage and he would of licked the plate if I would of let him 😂

Have been here several times and they have been great and consistent. Have had breakfast and lunch. Today I had the Gator Bites and the Shrimp & Grits. All was delish and service was quick. Great to have some Cajun flare in the area.

Update: Our second visit was even better. I got pics this time. Cajun pasta, blackened cobia special and a chicken salad sandwich on a croissant. SPECTACULAR! We stopped here by chance and were so glad we did. My husband and I both ordered the flounder po’ boy and they were delicious. They come with one side as well. I got waffle fries and he got slaw. He said the slaw was delicious. Sometimes I find the bread of a po’ boy can be soggy, but ours was perfect. We also got a slice of coconut cake and a slice of Italian lemon cake to go. I hate I didn’t get pictures, but the pictures wouldn’t do them justice. They were both spectacular. We will be back! **I cut my sandwich to eat it and opened it to show you the fish. That’s half of the portion of fish!

Went there for lunch with a friend of mine. I had the country fried steak with mashed potatoes. It was very good. My colleague had the smash burger with cheese and their creamy Macncheese. He said it was delicious. Server was very nice and checked on us few times. The place is very clean. I am a local and I will be returning!

The reviews brought me in...the customer service & flavor will bring me back. Really enjoyed our meals - Gouda grits were ON POINT. We are staying in N. Myrtle so it was a little off of the beaten path for us but well worth the drive. Our meals: Combo #3: 1 pancake. eggs, sausage & Gouda grits. Shrimp & Grits (eggs, bacon, slice of French bread). Portion size was large - we left very full. Highly recommend!

New Yorker here! Tried this place out for breakfast as my sister in law recommended it. It was delicious to say the least. I had the biscuits with gravy with a side of Gouda grits! Definitely worth it. My hubby had the pancake combo, which did not disappoint. Definitely coming back to this gem. The staff are very welcoming and warm and the ambiance is very NOLA.

Place was a solid hit on all fronts. Was greater immediately by a friendly guy wearing my favorite NFL team, The Cleveland Browns (hold the jokes, I've heard them all). Our waitress quickly followed for our order and also very friendly. Our coffee and water never went low. The food was absolutely amazing. I had the creole shrimp and grits and it had so much flavor! Spices were well used. I am sure it has a little bit of butter and heavy cream (this is where you laugh out loud) but it was amazing! The serving was huge and I could not leave any behind. As a result, I was stuffed and did not eat again until 4pm, I ate breakfast at 9am. My wife's meal slipped my mind but it was equally amazing. Had some kind of home made fried sausage balls. Sorry I can remember so I just have to go back and try again. A must try spot. Oh! I almost forgot! Their biscuits were slap yo' mama good and they light toasted the inside of each slice! Oh boy, I'm hungry again.

Best shrimp n grits! In fact this New Orleans chef has the best grits recipe in Horry County with a little Gouda, he creates a very tasty dish! His daily specials are always abundant, tasty and fresh! He creates, then prepares these astonishing dishes. Family run, It's a diner style restaurant with a great chef who needs a little patience if you're there when it's crowded but it's worth the wait and service is friendly. We love it!

As a native of South Mississippi, I'm a natural lover of Cajun food. Jambalaya, boiled crawfish, etouffee, gumbo, and boudin are all words in my love language. My wife and I chose to honeymoon in New Orleans for this very reason. When I saw Big Easy Diner, I took a chance, because I've NEVER had good Cajun food outside of Louisiana, South Mississippi, or Southeast Texas. That is, until I stopped here. Y'all... This place is LEGIT. The poboy was served on real New Orleans style French bread (something you rarely see). The shrimp were flavorful and piled high. The toppings were true to form (shredded lettuce, pickles, tomatoes, and mayo). But gumbo is the litmus test for any would-be Louisiana style eatery. And at Big Easy, it did not disappoint. They mixed land and sea with chicken, andouille, and shrimp. The roux was dark. The rice was served on top, not mixed in, and there was more rich, thick gumbo than rice in the cup. In short, Big Easy Diner reminded me of everything I love about real Cajun food.

The food is amazing!!! Definitely a hidden food gem. Great service, good music, family oriented. The flavor of the rice and beans is perfect. This is a must try if you're out this way.

Went to the Big Easy last night with 5 friends. First time there. Atmosphere was great. The service was spot. I had Gator bites for an appetizer followed by red beans and rice. My buddy had wings and shrimp & grits along with his wife and my wife. My sister in law had a chicken salad and croissant. Everything was aboveboard. The entire party raved at how good the food was and the portions were great. 4 of us left with a go box. I highly recommend this establishment . We will be returning soon. The owner came to our table for a visit and was the nicest person. If you have never been to the Big Easy you owe to yourself to go.

Country Fried steak Tuesday Blue Plate Special was our choice. It was very tender. Delicious juicy meat on the inside and crispy fried on the outside! Cooked perfect and delicious with the gravy on top which had a balanced flavor (Shh, Better than Mamas). Sides that we love. Husband had Collard greens and Red Beans & rice. I had Mac & cheese and a Side salad with my order.

Great food, excellent chef, friendly staff, I have eaten here a couple of times. Both meals were delicious. I am looking forward to going back.

It was delicious!!! Service with a smile. The chef came out and made sure our meals were okay.

Went for breakfast and was not disappointed. Great service, a sweet younger girl was our server, super nice and helpful. Service was quick, food was great. We look forward to going back to try the lunch menu.

Stopped for lunch passing through on the way home after vacation. Wonderful food. Definitely a hidden gem. We will return. (I never leave reviews) definitely 5 stars

What a find! The gumbo was mouthwatering, delicious, authentic-and a big enough bowl of it there's some left for later. The breading on the gator bites is seasoned to perfection and the remoulade? **chef kiss** Rave reviews on the hot beef and gravy sandwich and the Cajun chicken also. Red beans and rice: yum. And a little kick, too! Our server was friendly and great as could be: excellent staff all around, including the chef who thanked us for coming as we got up to leave. This place is a GEM with something for everyone. I hope we all Support small businesses like this instead of big mediocre chains :):)

First off the place smelled like a shipyards garbage can, I ordered the jambalaya and wings and chicken was plain and lukewarm unlike my jambalaya that was half cold in the middle. While waiting for my cold slimey meal I had to sit and listen to thier chef talking crassly to the very young waitstaff as he kept finding a way to put his hand on her back and it was a gross site to see. Way overpriced and the ambiance of the place seems to only be a creepy old man.

This family run restaurant has been a regular stop for us. Food is flavorful and has a nice local vibe. The bagels are still some of the best I've ever had. Sometimes it's not fast, but worth the wait for me.

Food is so good! Do try the desserts! Staff is very friendly. My new fav place for lunch.

Delicious shrimp and grits! A cool vibe in an unexpected place with some excellent dishes on the menu.

We've been there for lunch and dinner. Portions are large. I lived in Louisiana for several years and they are legit! For those who think the cuisine is too spicy or hot, it's not. Will be going for breakfast soon.

I went in for bagels this morning and left with bagels and crawfish etouffee! I used to live in Louisiana and this etouffee was delicious!! (Yes, I ate it for breakfast!) I will definitely be back!

Our first visit to this diner but definitely not our last. We went for a late lunch. The diner is at the end of a strip mall, very clean, not a large dining area, but it does look like there might be an overflow or party room that was closed off. Staff was very personable and efficient. Hubby had cup of New England Clam Chowder as starter. He then had Red Beans and Rice as main entrée, they do not skimp on the portions. He is not a fan of super spicy and was very pleased at the spicy level. I had the Cajun Flounder Basket, big piece of flounder, perfectly fried and breaded, collards (I will go back for the collards alone) seasoned with lots of bacon, cole slaw dressing was excellent, and the hush puppies were on point. I like the heat so I made use of the multitude of different hot sauces the have. Now for the crowning touch...Blueberry Bread Pudding. Just perfect, not overly sweet in the pudding or the glaze and even with hubby who doesn't like bread pudding slicing off bites I had to bring over half of it home, and hid in the fridge. They were posting the evening special..Cajun Shrimp and Grouper with garlic polenta. Seriously was ready to nap in the booth and have them wake me for supper. This will be a regular dining spot for us

The owners were warm and welcoming and them collard greens were on point! I wasn't super hungry this visit but next time I will be! Cant wait to try more items!

Great food. Service is fantastic. Cooked to order so everything is served hot! Nice place...clean restrooms and service area.

Great food, terrific service, and a friendly atmosphere! We found this hidden gem while traveling out of Myrtle Beach to visit family. We had a delicious breakfast, fresh ingredients, and a really good cup o'joe.

Went for dinner tonight and everything was delicious. Staff is so friendly, great service and place was very clean. Definitely going again!

Excellent food and portions. This area needed a different type of eatery and this one is a home run.