When it comes to geography, we’re fortunate in South Carolina that in nearly the same amount of time it takes to sit through a long movie, we can drive from one side of the state to the other. Even if you live on the coast, in a mere 3.5 hours, you can be chasing waterfalls in Oconee County or hiking to the summit of Table Rock in Pickens County. And since either activity is bound to inspire a hearty appetite, you’ll want to head to one of the oldest cafeteria-style restaurants in Oconee County to refuel before the drive back home.

Steak House Cafeteria is located right in the heart of downtown Walhalla (population, about 4,000).
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This small city in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains is home to the famous Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel and Issaqueena Falls; both are located in a park only six miles north of the city center. The restaurant opened in 1973, serving T-bone steaks and grits.
But today, it's the fried chicken and the cafeteria-style helpings that bring people into this hidden gem.
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It's especially nice to not have to wait for food to be served after ordering. Everything is plated up as guests move through the line.
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The ever-changing menu varies daily and is posted on the Facebook page.
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In a typical meat and two or meat and three fashion, plates are piled high with delicious home-cooked food.
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As mentioned, the meats change daily, but the fried chicken is the most sought-after item. The Steak House even occasionally features fried Arabian rooster.
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If you see the rooster posted on Facebook, just know you'll need to be there early... It's a favorite among the locals.
Just before you check out with your piled-high plate of food, you'll cruise right by the dessert bar.
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You'll want to go a bit conservative when selecting the meat and two/three items so you can save some room for the delicious homemade dessert.
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A slice of warm bundt cake, banana pudding pie, and more await.
After 46 years in business, Steak House Cafeteria in Walhalla is more like a second home for many who live nearby. It's open four days a week, including weekends, for your dining pleasure.
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Steak House Cafeteria hours are Thursday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn more and keep up with featured daily meats, vegetables, and desserts by following its Facebook page here.

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