You won’t find many restaurants in South Carolina that will turn your head as much as Bantam Chef in Chesnee. From an unusual collection of 1950s memorabilia to a menu that’s filled with nostalgic comfort foods, this family-owned restaurant is worthy of a day trip. Let’s take a look:

As you pass through Chesnee (population, 950), it's hard to miss the Bantam Chef.
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An eclectic array of figures adorn the top of the building. But that's nothing compared to what you'll find inside.
Bantam Chef first opened here in Chesnee in 1964.
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At that time a smaller location only had seating for 40 people.
Then, 25 years later in 1989, the eatery built a larger structure that now offers seating for 180.
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The new Bantam Chef building also added space for a showroom for some of owner David Walker's private collection of 1950s memorabilia.
Stepping into the Bantam Chef is like taking a walk down memory lane.
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But memorabilia alone isn't what keeps locals and out-of-town folks coming back again and again.

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The food speaks for itself here... and it's every bit as delicious as it looks.
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Bantam Chef is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week and serves up hearty portions at throw-back prices.
And the food is top quality.
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Every item on your plate is made to order and the meat and seafood are never frozen.
First-timers can tell almost in an instant that the restaurant is family-owned and run.
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The quality of the food and the friendliness of the staff make all the difference in the world.
This year, especially, foodie road trips are trending.
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So gas up the car and spend some quality time together with loved ones as you make your way to downtown Chesnee for a nostaligic trip down memory lane at Bantam Chef.
As a mere point of reference, Bantam Chef in Chesnee is location 57 miles from Rock Hill, 112 miles from Columbia, and 44 miles from Greenville.
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