The Parson's Table
Little River
Restaurant in Little River, United States
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book The Parson's Table for a calm Little River dinner when the group wants a full sit-down meal without chasing a high-demand reservation. It is a better fit for conversation and an easy evening plan than for diners seeking a named chef, award signal, or specific tasting-menu format.
About The Parson's Table
The Parson's Table is a Little River dinner option with evening hours and a smart casual dress code. The confirmed schedule is direct: Monday through Saturday from 4–9 PM, with Sunday closed.
A dinner choice in Little River
The Parson's Table is best considered when you need a Little River restaurant that is open during the posted 4–9 PM window.
If you are comparing options, Hurricane Juel's Restaurant and Clark's Seafood and Chop House are natural names to check alongside The Parson's Table. The right choice depends on your group, preferred timing, and what each venue is offering when you plan to visit.
When to choose it over other options
Choose The Parson's Table when its Little River location, evening schedule, and smart casual dress code match the kind of outing you are planning. For another comparison, Brentwood Restaurant & Wine Bistro is also worth checking, while Bistro 90, Clark's Seafood and Chop House, Hurricane Juel's Restaurant, and Lava Korean Steakhouse may be useful alternatives depending on your route and the kind of dinner your group wants.
The practical facts are simple: The Parson's Table is open Monday through Saturday from 4–9 PM and is closed Sunday.
Planning details
- Location
- 4305 State Rd S-26-850, Little River, SC 29566
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- parsonstable.com
- Phone
- +18432493702
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Parson’s Table occupies a converted church whose vaulted ceilings and preserved woodwork set the tone from the moment you step inside. The architecture, long proportions meant for communal gathering, encourages a measured, quiet dining experience that contrasts with the busier waterfront spots in town. That sense of restraint and care gives the room a serene, charming quality: service and food arrive at an unhurried pace, and the physical space itself becomes part of the meal. This is a place built for lingering conversations and attentive cooking rather than quick, loud meals.
Best For
This is a restaurant built around intentional dining: evenings and special meals are the natural fit. The Parson’s Table leans into Southern fine-dining traditions with coastal and agricultural ingredients, so it works particularly well for dinner, date nights, and milestone celebrations when guests want to slow down and savor multiple courses. Its preserved historic setting and formal ambition make it less suited to casual, fast-paced visits and better for occasions that tolerate a longer, more contemplative meal.
Ordering Tips
Expect a paced, multi-course approach and plan accordingly: arrive with time to linger. Start with coastal-focused appetizers that highlight local produce and seafood; the house crab cakes are a signature and a safe first choice. For a main, the bacon-wrapped filet mignon is a standout if you want a richer, classic option. Given the restaurant’s unhurried rhythm, consider ordering thoughtfully rather than rushing through small plates, and leave room for dessert or a final glass to finish the meal.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm wood interiors, century-old cypress, and stunning stained-glass windows create a heavenly, historic Southern atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Farm-to-table
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Wine
Signature Dishes
- crab cakes
- bacon-wrapped filet mignon
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 4305 State Rd S-26-850, Little River, SC 29566
Planning details
Location
4305 State Rd S-26-850, Little River, SC 29566 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Brentwood Restaurant & Wine Bistro, Notable alternative
- Hurricane Juel's Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Clark's Seafood and Chop House, Notable alternative
- Lava Korean Steakhouse, Notable alternative
- Bistro 90, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Little River
The Parson's Table is the practical choice when the priority is an easy dinner reservation and a calmer sit-down meal. Brentwood Restaurant & Wine Bistro is the better cross-shop for diners who want the meal to lean more wine-bistro, while Clark's Seafood and Chop House is the stronger fit for a steak-and-seafood occasion dinner.
If the group wants casual seafood energy, Hurricane Juel's Restaurant is the more relaxed alternative. The Parson's Table sits between that casual lane and the more occasion-coded feel of Clark's, which makes it useful for mixed groups who want dinner to feel planned but not formal.
Lava Korean Steakhouse and Bistro 90 are better treated as out-of-metro cross-shops rather than direct Little River substitutes. Use them if the group is willing to leave the immediate area for a different format; stay local with The Parson's Table, Brentwood, Clark's, or Hurricane Juel's if convenience matters more.
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Compare The Parson's Table
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Parson's Table | Little River | No published awards |
| Brentwood Restaurant & Wine Bistro | Little River | No published awards |
| Hurricane Juel's Restaurant | Little River | No published awards |
| Clark's Seafood and Chop House | Little River | No published awards |
| Lava Korean Steakhouse | Myrtle Beach | No published awards |
| Bistro 90 | Longs | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at The Parson's Table?
The confirmed planning detail is the 4–9 PM schedule Monday through Saturday, so check the current menu directly with The Parson's Table before deciding what to order.
What should I wear to The Parson's Table?
The dress code is smart casual. The Parson's Table is in Little River and is open from 4–9 PM Monday through Saturday.
What are alternatives to The Parson's Table?
Other options to compare include Brentwood Restaurant & Wine Bistro, Hurricane Juel's Restaurant, Clark's Seafood and Chop House, Bistro 90, and Lava Korean Steakhouse.
Is lunch or dinner better at The Parson's Table?
Dinner is the service window here: 4–9 PM Monday through Saturday, with Sunday closed.
Is The Parson's Table good for a special occasion?
It may work if the details fit your plans: Little River location, hours from 4–9 PM Monday through Saturday, and smart casual dress.
How far ahead should I book The Parson's Table?
Because the confirmed hours are 4–9 PM Monday through Saturday and closed Sunday, contact The Parson's Table directly for current reservation availability.
