Boasting southern flavor and charm, Sumter is home to many restaurants that offer savory meals, regional favorites, and decadent desserts. While this isn't a complete list of all our great spots, here are a few! If you are looking for something specific, give our visitors center a call at 803-436-2640.
Irasshaimase! With numerous Japanese-style restaurants, you’ll discover sushi is a local favorite and each one aims to give you a unique experience.
- Ginza Grill Japanese Restaurant(opens in a new tab) - 493 N. Guignard Drive
- Hibachi Grill - 1003 Broad Street
- Kobe Japanese Steak House(opens in a new tab) - 1121 Broad Street, Suite 13
- Mon Cafe Japan(opens in a new tab) - 1293 Broad Street
- Osaka Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar(opens in a new tab) - 1284 Broad Street
- Thai House Restaurant(opens in a new tab) - 718 Bultman Drive
- Yummy Thai Food(opens in a new tab) - 2561 Broad Street
There isn’t much that is as quintessentially southern as shrimp and grits! Get them at just about any soul food or breakfast spot. Here are just a few:
- Baker’s Sweets Bistro & Bakery(opens in a new tab)
- 1089 Alice Drive
- 112 N. Washington Street (inside Prisma Health)
- 119 N. Main Street
- Eggs Up Grill(opens in a new tab) - 105 E. Wesmark Boulevard
- Hamptons(opens in a new tab) - 33 N. Main Street
- Jeffrey Lampkin’s Country Boy Kitchen(opens in a new tab)
- 5642 Broad Street
- Palmetto Oyster House(opens in a new tab) - 415 W. Wesmark Boulevard
- Simply Southern Bistro(opens in a new tab) - 65 W. Wesmark Boulevard
You'll quickly find your favorite spot for a caffeine fix in Sumter and these places have a large variety of other tasty sips and treats too!
- Baker's Sweets Bakery & Cafe(opens in a new tab)
- 1089 Alice Drive
- 112 N. Washington Street (inside Prisma Health)
- 119 N. Main Street
- Colligo Coffee(opens in a new tab) - 724 Bultman Drive
- Johnny's Garden & Juice Bar(opens in a new tab) - 504 Miller Road
- ThaiTea Sumter(opens in a new tab) - 655 Bultman Drive
Donut-miss your chance at some of the best yummy pickup-and-go breakfast treats in South Carolina! Murray’s Donuts at 627 Bultman Drive, will satisfy your need for sweet goodness! Get there early as the line can get long, but it’s so worth it! There are also three Dunkin Donuts(opens in a new tab) locations, 2567 Broad Street, 1120 Peach Orchard Road, and 497 N. Guignard Drive, serving your signature favorites too!
Inspire your senses at any of our unique local restaurants, each with its flavor and story to tell. Here are just a few more favorites around the community...
Pizza, Burgers:
Demara's Italian Restaurant(opens in a new tab), Pizza Lane(opens in a new tab), J O'Gradys(opens in a new tab), Batten's(opens in a new tab)
Fine dining:
Hamptons(opens in a new tab), Lilfred’s(opens in a new tab), Mill Pond Steakhouse(opens in a new tab)
Food Trucks:
Susie's Chicken & Fries(opens in a new tab), Kona Ice(opens in a new tab), Lisa Ann's Kitchen(opens in a new tab), What The Food Truck(opens in a new tab), So Cool Italian Ice(opens in a new tab), Mi Promesa(opens in a new tab) and more!
International Flavor:
Chicken Shack(opens in a new tab), Sambino’s European Bistro(opens in a new tab), Mariachi’s(opens in a new tab), Angel's Mexican Resaurant(opens in a new tab), Yucatan(opens in a new tab), Mi Promesa(opens in a new tab)
Steaks and Seafood:
Willie Sue’s(opens in a new tab)
Southern Cooking:
Simply Southern Bistro(opens in a new tab), The Restaurant at Second Mill(opens in a new tab), Mary Ann’s Deli(opens in a new tab), Guignard Diner(opens in a new tab), Tin Lizzies Cafe
Grab a drink or watch the game at some local pubs:
- Main Street Tavern(opens in a new tab)
- Shucker's(opens in a new tab)
- Leo's Wings(opens in a new tab)
- Rafters(opens in a new tab)
Enjoy a drink from the roof of Sumter’s first local brewery... you can’t beat the view at Sumter Original Brewery(opens in a new tab). This unique building, located at 2 S. Main Street offers a three-stories of family and pet-friendly activities too.
From roadside stands and food trucks to award-winning restaurants, Sumter is home to some of the best BBQ.
- Bar-B-Que Hut(opens in a new tab) - 1380 S. Guignard Drive
- KJ’s Wings & Ribs - 432 Broad Street
- Maple’s(opens in a new tab) - 4060 Patriot Parkway
- NeeCe’s Grill - 267 Broad Street
- Sidebar(opens in a new tab), 30 N. Main Street
- Triple B’s Big Bad Bob’s BBQ(opens in a new tab) - 2665 Peach Orchard Road
- Ward's Bar-B-Q(opens in a new tab)
- 416 E. Liberty Street
- 1087 Alice Drive
- 12 Pinewood Road
- 3330 Hwy 15 S.
Look for some great BBQ Food Trucks around town too:
The Inside Scoop:
Feeling adventurous? Check out the South Carolina's BBQ Trail(opens in a new tab)... BTW, Sumter has 5 locations on the map (but as you can see from above there are many more as you explore our community)! Or take a drive around the state to discover their Satisfy Your Thirst(opens in a new tab) Trail -- from moonshine and craft beer to sweet tea, discover the history, craftsmanship, and unique stories behind South Carolina’s most iconic drinks.