Lee's Farmer's Market, Murrells Inlet

This rambling structure with worn wood floors and a maze of metal racks, wood shelves and produce coolers has been serving the community since 1997. Locally owned and operated this wholesale retail outlet offers a large assortment of imported pasta, tomato sauce, olive oil, jarred syrups, sauces, butters, jams and preserves. An authentic NYC deli claims center stage offering quality cuts, salads, pre-made meals and imported cheeses. A nearby tank offers live lobsters and a couple racks display some imported wines. Surprisingly limited is the fresh vegetables and fruits. After wandering aimlessly and finding no strawberries and blueberries we inquired from a gentleman stocking produce. He was then able to go the stockroom and return with a punnet of local fresh strawberries and a pint of blueberries from Georgia. And that was about the full interaction that staff gave us. Add a vine ripened tomato and we were out the door at the cost of $14. We have had better luck and selection at roadside stands at much better prices. Some bakery items are available and deli sandwiches are sold during the lunch hour with seating on the porch. Worth the drive just say you have been there.

We’ve been going to Lee’s since they opened in the late 90’s. Top quality everything. If you buy a tomato somewhere else you’re nuts. Same thing with the beef, deli salads and seafood. Not fancy and not pretentious. I appreciate what they bring to our community. I’ll shop there until I’m gone. Should I be on death row my final meal will be from Lee’s.

Not really a farmers market. A real deal Italian deli in disguise. They serve sandwiches made to order. Must try.

What great customer service we received from Ms. Daphne. She offered us a sample of the mango and crystallized ginger cheese that made me a convert. The selection of cheeses is the best in all of the Grand Strand! I stocked up and now we're ready for a picnic. The only negative to this joint is that the walkways are too narrow in some spots for my wheelchair. Prices are good, selection is great but the people are Best!

I could go on and on about their selection. You just have to stop by and see it for yourself, but the real gem is the deli. The employee really makes the visit memorable. One of the best Italian subs around.