The best cafes in Horry County

From bold espresso to boba, dirty sodas, and fresh-baked cinnamon rolls, Mattie Jane's is the family-built Main Street spot Loris didn’t know it was missing. Named 2025 Business of the Year, they’re the town’s first coffee-and-boba shop, now with a legit lunch lineup and an event space that actually feels fun.

From the Loris newsletter, October 15, 2026

If your mornings need more greens and less guilt, Smooth Seas is serving bright, plant-powered smoothies and feel-good eats that actually taste fun. Locally run in Murrells Inlet, they keep it simple, fresh, and energizing, the kind of fuel Surfside folks can grab when they want healthy without the hassle.

From the Surfside Beach newsletter, October 13, 2026

Voted Best of the Beach, The Tie-Dyed Coffee Bean brings groovy 60s and 70s vibes with a community-first feel. Expect legitimately good hot or iced drinks, friendly faces, and comfy spots to settle in or get things done... a low-key local hang that actually earns its hype.

From the Surfside Beach newsletter, October 6, 2026

Native Joe's Scoop & Grind nails the beachy, laid-back feel with creative scoops, serious espresso, and smoothie bowls piled with real fruit. Think affogato, Costa Rican inspired signature drinks like the Sea Breeze Iced Coffee, plus boba and outdoor seats where you can decompress after another Highway 17 commute.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 2, 2026

If your morning needs a reliable pick-me-up, Forest Brew Company keeps it simple and good with well-made coffee and a calm moment between errands. Perfect for Surfside folks who want equal parts comfort and caffeine.

From the Surfside Beach newsletter, September 30, 2026

Milk & Honey Coffee Cafe brings European-style charm to Surfside with organic beans roasted in-house, fresh-baked pastries, sourdough and biscuits, plus housemade latte syrups that actually taste like something.

From the Surfside Beach newsletter, October 19, 2026

If you like keeping it local, Cafe de Paris is a chill coffee shop where lingering over a cup and conversation just feels right. They even rent out their space, so that book club or team meetup has an easy home base.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 16, 2026

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

Longtime chain serving a variety of donut flavors & shapes, plus coffee & frozen drinks.

Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

Chain restaurant known for classic deli sandwiches & signature sides such as potato salad.

Biggby Coffee is the cheerful pick for Conway folks craving both classics and playful sips. Think smooth lattes, Sweet Foam Cold Brew, Creme Freeze smoothies, and Bragels, all fueled by farm-direct beans and super-friendly baristas... plus seasonal hits like pumpkin, apple cider, and maple when fall rolls in.

From the Conway newsletter, October 6, 2026

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

Located in the main lobby of Conway Medical Center, Code Brew Coffee pours Starbucks hand-crafted espresso, cold brew, and those fruity Refreshers, plus pastries and melts for a quick bite. Handy if you’ve got an appointment, visiting family, or just need a dependable caffeine pit stop.

From the Conway newsletter, October 14, 2026

Rustic Roast is Conway’s neighborhood spot for genuinely good coffee and fresh, scratch-made eats, with local produce showing up on the plate and a multi-roaster lineup spotlighting Summit Coffee. Settle in with your laptop or a friend, linger guilt free, and enjoy plenty of milk alternatives and vegan-friendly syrups.

From the Conway newsletter, October 1, 2026

People-centered and thoughtfully brewed, A Coffee Movement is the kind of downtown Conway spot that fits into your day, whether you want a quiet corner or a caffeine catch-up. Try housemade-syrup lattes like the Blueberry Brown Sugar, The Everything, or a salted honey number with sea salt.

From the Conway newsletter, October 22, 2026

When the evening craving hits, Main Sweets comes through with legit scoop choices and a big candy selection that could sabotage any “no sugar this week” promise. Easy stop for a post-dinner cone, a bribe for the kids, or a treat-yourself Tuesday.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 8, 2026