Oak Prime

The story

Oak Prime Myrtle Beach: Michelin-Recommended Steakhouse with Southern Flair

The Team Behind the Experience

Oak Prime is a steakhouse that feels personal from the moment you walk in. The kitchen is led by Executive Chef Jerrett “JK” King, a Myrtle Beach native with over fifteen years in the local culinary scene. His cooking brings an innovative Southern flair to reimagined classics. At the bar, Head Mixologist Chris “Smallz” Roberts—a twenty-year veteran—creates inventive cocktails that are never predictable. The restaurant was founded by Craig Martin, whose vision brought the two talents together. The philosophy is simple: “Why be like everyone else, when you can be One of A Kind.”

What to Expect

The menu changes with the seasons, built around only the freshest, never-frozen ingredients. As a steakhouse, Oak Prime focuses on prime cuts and bold flavors, though the exact offerings shift regularly. The bar program is equally thoughtful, with classic cocktails given creative twists. The dining room is refined yet comfortable, with air conditioning, outdoor seating, and a full bar for those who want to linger over a cocktail before or after dinner.

Recognition

Oak Prime’s commitment to quality earned it a Michelin Recommended distinction for 2026—a rare honor for a restaurant in Myrtle Beach. The recognition reflects the seamless balance between Chef King’s Southern-influenced cooking and Roberts’s mixology, all delivered with the warmth of a family-run operation. For anyone seeking a genuinely one-of-a-kind steakhouse experience in the area, Oak Prime delivers.