If you’re looking for ships, mermaids, and pirates, then your best bet would be to head out to sea or… Pirate’s Table Calabash Seafood Buffet. An ocean-themed eatery, it’s pure nautical perfection – complete with live mermaids and a pirate ship-shaped buffet that’s brimming with seafood, southern favorites, and more. Take a look:

Atmosphere can make or break a restaurant, and in the case of Pirate’s Table Calabash Seafood Buffet in Surfside Beach, it makes it!

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The ultimate under-the-sea themed eatery, it boasts lots of nods to the ocean - both inside and out.

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Life-sized statues of pirates and lots of nautical-inspired décor truly bring the theme to life.

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Of all the themed décor, though, the 105-foot buffet, which looks like a wooden sailing ship, is probably the most impressive.

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But the ocean-related fun doesn’t end with the décor.

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Donning pirate garb, the servers also contribute to the overall vibe.

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And don’t forget about the mermaids, which you’ll find swimming in a 10,000-gallon pool inside the restaurant.

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The amazing ambiance is enough of a reason to visit Pirate’s Table, but it’s certainly not the only reason.

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There’s also its bountiful buffet, which is brimming with delicious seafood, southern cooking, and more.

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Crab legs, prime rib, fried and steamed shrimp and oysters, fried chicken, BBQ ribs, and a slew of sides are just a few things you’ll find on the buffet.

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There are plenty of kid-friendly options too.

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An array of delectable desserts can also be found on the buffet, so make sure to save room!

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For more information, call Pirate’s Table at (843) 712-2939. You can also visit the eatery’s website or Facebook page.

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So, did you know about the pirate-themed eatery? Ever visited? If so, what’d you think of the digs? What about the food? Tell us in the comments section.

This isn’t the state’s only themed eatery. Read about another here.

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Address: Water Ave, Surfside Beach, SC 29575, USA