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What's on the 105-Foot Seafood Buffet at Pirate's Table

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The 105-foot ship-shaped buffet inside Pirate's Table

Pirate's Table in Surfside Beach, SC serves one price for a buffet built into a 105-foot wooden sailing ship. Here is a station-by-station look at what you will find. The complete, current list is always on the menu page.

Seafood

This is the heart of the Calabash-style buffet, with dishes baked, fried, steamed or sautéed:

  • Snow crab legs and Cajun crab legs
  • Oysters, fried or steamed, plus Oysters Rockefeller
  • Fried flounder and fried catfish, plus Low Country catfish
  • Fried shrimp, stuffed shrimp and spicy shell-on shrimp
  • Baked scallops, crab cakes, crab imperial and devil crab
  • Steamed clams and black mussels in wine sauce
  • Baked salmon and blackened mahi mahi

Carved meats and hot entrées

A prime rib carving station anchors the meat side, served with au jus and horseradish. You will also find BBQ ribs, baked Italian sausage with peppers and onions, fried chicken, chicken Marsala and chicken wings.

Southern sides

Hushpuppies, mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, baked potatoes, corn, green beans, steamed carrots, rice and gravy, all made to go with the fried and steamed seafood.

Everyday favorites

For guests who would rather skip seafood: French fries, fried okra, chicken tenders, nuggets, pizza and fresh bread. There is also a salad bar and a dessert bar, so vegetarians and picky eaters have plenty to build a plate from.

Price and timing

Adults are $52.99 cash or $54.63 by card; children are $25.99 cash or $26.80 by card; kids four and under eat free with a paying adult. Doors open at 4 PM Wednesday to Sunday.

Want the crab legs specifically? Read our crab leg guide.

Frequently asked questions

What seafood is on the Pirate's Table buffet?

Snow and Cajun crab legs, steamed and fried oysters, fried flounder and catfish, shrimp, scallops, crab cakes, mussels, clams and seasonal fish. The lineup changes slightly with availability.

Is there prime rib on the buffet?

Yes. Prime rib is carved at a station and served with au jus and horseradish, alongside BBQ ribs, fried chicken and Italian sausage.

Are there options for people who don't eat seafood?

Yes. Fried chicken, chicken tenders, BBQ ribs, pizza, pasta, mac and cheese, a salad bar and a dessert bar are all part of the same buffet price.

Is alcohol served?

Yes. Signature cocktails are available for guests 21 and older.