Whaley’s Restaurant & Bar at Edisto

Whaley’s Restaurant & Bar at 2801 Myrtle St is a beloved Edisto Beach hangout set in a former gas station, serving seafood, burgers, and cold drinks for lunch and dinner.

Quick Take

• Cuisine: Seafood, burgers, bar food
• Vibe: Lively local dive bar
• Price: $$
• Seating: Indoor dining room and bar

Menu Highlights

Longtime favorites include local shrimp and grits, crab cakes, peel-and-eat shrimp, steamed or raw oysters, bacon-wrapped stuffed shrimp, and a creamy shrimp-and-crab bisque. Fried shrimp, oysters, and flounder come as plates or combos, alongside burgers, a prime rib sandwich, and homemade chips.

Atmosphere

Loud, friendly, and packed with locals and regulars. Whaley’s regularly hosts live entertainment, and big groups are usually seated quickly.

Why We Like It

Whaley’s is pure old-school Edisto, and few places on the island have as much character.

Location

Whaley’s Restaurant & Bar
2801 Myrtle St
Edisto Island, SC 29438

Whaley’s Restaurant & Bar Menu & Hours

Hours

• Daily: 11:30 a.m.–4 p.m. and 5–9 p.m.

Hours as of October 2026. Island hours often change with the season, so call ahead to confirm.

Menu

Whaley’s doesn’t post a full menu with prices online. Lunch specials rotate weekly. Call (843) 869-2161 for the current menu.