What could be the largest display of 50s pop culture memorabilia on public display in the state is located inside, outside, and on top of a little restaurant just on this side of the North Carolina border. When you’ve been practicing your three favorite hobbies (collecting 50s memorabilia, cooking and dishing up smiles) for more than 40 years, it’s only natural to amass a lot of 50s memorabilia – and happy customers. Take a look at the Bantum Chef Chesnee below, and then make plans to get over to this fun eatery to check it out in person…
Standing front and center at the entrance is a Bob's Big Boy statue. And if that doesn't take you back to the past, then just open the door.
Bantum Chef has been open for more than 40 years and still serves coffee for just 25 cents. The no-frills diner is an iconic landmark, located right on highway 221 as folks head north to the other Carolina, (or south from that other Carolina).
Step inside and delve even further into the past as you stand next to Betty Boop when you're placing your order. The restaurant is a counter service process. You'll order at the counter, wait for your food, and then head to one of the comfy tables in the dining area.
Bantum Chef Chesnee is open seven days a week beginning at 6:00 a.m. and serves a hearty breakfast menu with a southern influence. From grits to homemade biscuts and gravy, you're sure to fill up with tasty goodness while you enjoy all the memorabilia in the diner. Lunch and dinner selections carry the diner theme forward with cubed steak and other "plate" selections.
And while you're sure to love what's on your plate, you're pretty much guaranteed to gawk at all the authentic 50s decor. And there is a LOT to see. From old gas pumps to a 1950s Studebaker and a life-sized statue of Elvis, this is one eatery you don't want to miss!
The next time you're near Highway 221 (or on SC-11) near Chesnee, swing in to the Bantum Chef Chesnee to see this massive collection of 50s memorabilia and have an authentic (and tasty!) 50s diner meal.
Bantum Chef Chesnee is located at 418 S Alabama Ave., Chesnee, SC 29323 and is open seven days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Learn more on their official website.
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