The best restaurants in Sumter

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Ward's Bar-B-Que

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Ward's Bar-B-Que is a Sumter legend for pork-based red hash that locals swear by, plus tender pulled pork, ribs, and chicken. This week,…

3330 US-15

Ward's Bar-B-Que is a Sumter legend for pork-based red hash that locals swear by, plus tender pulled pork, ribs, and chicken. This week, pair that hash and rice with hush puppies and a splash of vinegar pepper sauce for a plate that basically ruins other barbecue for you.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 14, 2026

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From garlic parmesan to lemon pepper to sweet heat, US Wings & Deli- Sumter turns out crispy, sauce-drenched wings plus legit Philly…

1105 Broad St

From garlic parmesan to lemon pepper to sweet heat, US Wings & Deli- Sumter turns out crispy, sauce-drenched wings plus legit Philly cheesesteaks, gyros, burgers, fried fish, and fresh salads made to order. Perfect for game nights, easy dinners, or feeding the whole crew without lifting a pan.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Give yourself a Sumter staycation this week at 1912 Bed and Breakfast, a restored 1912 home that balances character with modern comfort.…

24 Warren St

Give yourself a Sumter staycation this week at 1912 Bed and Breakfast, a restored 1912 home that balances character with modern comfort.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 1, 2026

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El Paso Tacos & Tequila keeps weeknights interesting with birria tacos, a wild birria pizza, and a crowd-friendly Taquizza platter that…

154 S Main St · ✓ checked Aug 13

El Paso Tacos & Tequila keeps weeknights interesting with birria tacos, a wild birria pizza, and a crowd-friendly Taquizza platter that brings 12 tacos to the table. Pair it with a fresh, no-nonsense margarita and call it the best decision you made all week.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 11, 2026

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J O’Gradys

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If your week needs a tasty win, J O’Gradys is slinging creative comfort staples done the Sumter way, from pork rinds with pimento cheese…

5 S Main St

If your week needs a tasty win, J O’Gradys is slinging creative comfort staples done the Sumter way, from pork rinds with pimento cheese and outrageous Chili Fry Pie to stacked burgers like Clyde the Glide and legit pulled pork or buffalo shrimp tacos that hit the spot.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 5, 2026

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Gramma's

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Whether you're rolling in pre-work hungry or dodging dinner duty, Gramma's keeps Sumter fed with all-day breakfast hits plus homestyle…

2210 Peach Orchard Rd

Whether you're rolling in pre-work hungry or dodging dinner duty, Gramma's keeps Sumter fed with all-day breakfast hits plus homestyle plates like cheeseburgers and crispy fried chicken. It’s the kind of spot where you leave full, happy, and plotting your next excuse to swing by.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 10, 2026

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Maple's

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Craving true Pee Dee barbecue that tastes like history and wood smoke teamed up to hug your taste buds? Maple's turns out pit-cooked pork…

4060 Patriot Pkwy

Craving true Pee Dee barbecue that tastes like history and wood smoke teamed up to hug your taste buds? Maple's turns out pit-cooked pork with that tangy vinegar-pepper-tomato sauce and a legit smoky, spicy kick, all from a generations-old family tradition you’ll be bragging about at work this week.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 6, 2026

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Willie Sue's does Southern comfort with an upscale twist, firing steaks and seafood over a wood fire grill, piling on freshly baked sides,…

3355 Patriot Pkwy

Willie Sue's does Southern comfort with an upscale twist, firing steaks and seafood over a wood fire grill, piling on freshly baked sides, then closing with that famous homemade cobbler. Pull up for a friendly, family feel and a bourbon selection you won't find just anywhere in Sumter.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 11, 2026

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Cook Out

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Branch of a fast-food chain known for its drive-thru BBQ, burgers & more than 40 milkshake flavors.

1180 Broad St

Branch of a fast-food chain known for its drive-thru BBQ, burgers & more than 40 milkshake flavors.

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Cajun Claws & Wing is serving crispy, finger-licking wings, succulent claws, share-worthy seafood platters, and rice folks won’t stop…

321 W Wesmark Blvd

Cajun Claws & Wing is serving crispy, finger-licking wings, succulent claws, share-worthy seafood platters, and rice folks won’t stop talking about, all with bold Gulf Coast flavor that hits just right. Perfect for an easy takeout night or a no-fuss feast right here in Sumter.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 18, 2026

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Five Guys

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Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

1261 Broad St

Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

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IHOP

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Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.

2485 Broad St

Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.

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From honey fried chicken and shrimp-and-grits to that legendary church punch, Jeffrey Lampkin's Country Boy Kitchen, right here in Sumter,…

5642 Broad St

From honey fried chicken and shrimp-and-grits to that legendary church punch, Jeffrey Lampkin's Country Boy Kitchen, right here in Sumter, brings breakfast and soul food with choir-level harmony from an American Idol finalist.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 2, 2026

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Craving a break from the usual red-sauce routine? Sambino's European Bistro in Sumter turns local ingredients into comforting European…

1104 Alice Dr

Craving a break from the usual red-sauce routine? Sambino's European Bistro in Sumter turns local ingredients into comforting European favorites, from twirlable pastas to bistro-worthy plates, with a thoughtful wine list, and they’ll happily cater that get-together you’ve been pretending isn’t happening.

From the Sumter newsletter, August 27, 2026

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Family owned for 40+ years, Leo's Home of the Chicken Wings keeps Sumter snacking happy with signature wings fried to a shattering crunch,…

1961 McCrays Mill Rd B

Family owned for 40+ years, Leo's Home of the Chicken Wings keeps Sumter snacking happy with signature wings fried to a shattering crunch, tossed in flavors like lemon pepper, honey mustard, buffalo and dusted. This week, pair a wrap, burger or salad with your wing craving and thank yourself later.

From the Sumter newsletter, August 22, 2026

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Sylvia Jo's

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Since 2010, Sylvia Jo's has been serving up from-scratch American comfort food with locally sourced ingredients, from crispy, twice-cooked…

541 E Liberty St

Since 2010, Sylvia Jo's has been serving up from-scratch American comfort food with locally sourced ingredients, from crispy, twice-cooked fries to hefty Reubens and rotating seasonal specials. When you need a no-fuss, feel-good meal that tastes like home, make it your midweek treat.

From the Sumter newsletter, August 26, 2026

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Sambino's

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Sambino's has been serving Sumter since 1988 with Sicilian family recipes, from that craveable Sambino's White Pizza to comforting ravioli…

1305 Peach Orchard Rd

Sambino's has been serving Sumter since 1988 with Sicilian family recipes, from that craveable Sambino's White Pizza to comforting ravioli and crispy mozz sticks. Easy online ordering when you don't want to cook, plus catering when you need to feed a crowd without losing your cool.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 7, 2026

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Whether you're in a pad Thai mood or chasing that slurpable comfort, Yummy Thai Food, Pho & Boba Tea delivers fragrant curries, spicy basil…

2561 Broad St

Whether you're in a pad Thai mood or chasing that slurpable comfort, Yummy Thai Food, Pho & Boba Tea delivers fragrant curries, spicy basil stir-fries, pho that hugs back, and boba for dessert. Reliable, tasty, no fuss. Treat your Tuesday self.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 3, 2026

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

2625 Broad St

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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Tony's Place

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Tony's Place is an easy win this week for crisp-edged pies by the slice, classic Tomato & Cheese or go Supreme if you’re feeling bold. Not…

1870 US-15

Tony's Place is an easy win this week for crisp-edged pies by the slice, classic Tomato & Cheese or go Supreme if you’re feeling bold. Not feeling pizza, there are hearty subs, spaghetti and lasagna, a sneaky-good Gyro Plate, and baklava or tiramisu to close it out.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 20, 2026

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Since 1978, Georgio's II Famous Pizza has been Sumter’s scratch-made, Greek-Italian go-to, with stone-baked, hand-tossed pies, bubbling…

344 Pinewood Rd

Since 1978, Georgio's II Famous Pizza has been Sumter’s scratch-made, Greek-Italian go-to, with stone-baked, hand-tossed pies, bubbling oven-baked pastas, hot subs piled high, and that legendary salad bar locals brag about. When you want dinner that tastes cared for, pull up a chair by the fire and let them cook.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 17, 2026

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Bar-B-Que Hut

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Craving legit Sumter barbecue this week? Bar-B-Que Hut serves pulled pork, ribs, and chicken with that uniquely South Carolina sauce…

1380 S Guignard Dr

Craving legit Sumter barbecue this week? Bar-B-Que Hut serves pulled pork, ribs, and chicken with that uniquely South Carolina sauce trifecta, plus their locally loved oval corn dodgers and rich BBQ hash that hit like memories of backyard cookouts, only without the cleanup.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 21, 2026

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Eggs Up Grill

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Relaxed chain serving a menu of breakfast, burgers & sandwiches in a colorful setting.

1077 Alice Dr

Relaxed chain serving a menu of breakfast, burgers & sandwiches in a colorful setting.

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Pizza Hut

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Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

1 Alice Dr

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

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BTJ WINGS

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BTJ Wings is that Sumter standby for fresh-to-order wings in your favorite flavors, crispy fried fish or shrimp, and a legit Philly when…

807 Broad St

BTJ Wings is that Sumter standby for fresh-to-order wings in your favorite flavors, crispy fried fish or shrimp, and a legit Philly when you want something heftier. Consider it your midweek fix... maybe with fried rice, okra, and a Philly egg roll if you’re feeling extra.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 19, 2026

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Locals swear by K J's Wings & Ribs for rib sandwiches, smoky chicken, and wings, but the move is their South Carolina classic hash and…

432 Broad St

Locals swear by K J's Wings & Ribs for rib sandwiches, smoky chicken, and wings, but the move is their South Carolina classic hash and rice, plus sides like green beans and fries. Small, unpretentious vibe, big first-class flavor... grab a plate this week and thank yourself later.

From the Sumter newsletter, August 31, 2026

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Ward's Bar-B-Que

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Give your week a win with Ward's Bar-B-Que, known for pork-based red hash over rice, tender pulled pork, ribs, and chicken finished with a…

1087 Alice Dr A

Give your week a win with Ward's Bar-B-Que, known for pork-based red hash over rice, tender pulled pork, ribs, and chicken finished with a bright vinegar-pepper bite, plus hush puppies that disappear fast. Consider this your friendly nudge to make a BBQ run this week.

From the Sumter newsletter, August 17, 2026

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Hamptons

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Craving something a little extra this week? Hamptons nails regional American cuisine with an Italian accent, courtesy of Executive Chef…

33 N Main St

Craving something a little extra this week? Hamptons nails regional American cuisine with an Italian accent, courtesy of Executive Chef Raffaele Dall’Erta, formerly of the Inn at Little Washington. Settle in for a polished dining room vibe or head upstairs to Rafters Bar for a casually elevated bite.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 4, 2026

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Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

11 W Wesmark Blvd

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

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Simply Southern Bistro is the move when you want Southern cooking with a Cajun kick. Think shrimp and grits in a white wine Cajun gravy…

65 W Wesmark Blvd

Simply Southern Bistro is the move when you want Southern cooking with a Cajun kick. Think shrimp and grits in a white wine Cajun gravy over cheddar grits, fried green tomatoes, a stacked po' boy, even grilled duck with mango chutney, all courtesy of chef-owner Jeff Dennis.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 6, 2026

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Demure Kitchen

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Because some weeks just call for crispy, saucy relief, Demure Kitchen is serving wings with real flavor, tender tenders, and a legit…

516 S Lafayette Dr

Because some weeks just call for crispy, saucy relief, Demure Kitchen is serving wings with real flavor, tender tenders, and a legit Chicken Philly. Grab their De'Buffalo Chicken Fries or a fresh De'Chef Salad this week, then thank future you for not cooking tonight.

From the Sumter newsletter, August 23, 2026

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Wards Bar-B-Que

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For a true Sumter staple, Wards Bar-B-Que is where that pork-based red hash and rice actually lives up to the hype, with tender pulled…

12 Pinewood Rd

For a true Sumter staple, Wards Bar-B-Que is where that pork-based red hash and rice actually lives up to the hype, with tender pulled pork, ribs, and hush puppies that vanish suspiciously fast. Go this week, grab a sandwich, hit it with vinegar-pepper sauce, and remember why local BBQ just tastes better.

From the Sumter newsletter, September 6, 2026

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Marco's Pizza

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Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.

1102 Broad St

Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.

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Waffle House

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Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.

1350 Broad St

Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.

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Sumter, if your week needs a pick-me-up, Boston Roast Beef & Pizza is slow-roasting beef daily, slicing it to order, and slinging legit…

110 W Wesmark Blvd Ste A & B

Sumter, if your week needs a pick-me-up, Boston Roast Beef & Pizza is slow-roasting beef daily, slicing it to order, and slinging legit North Shore-style 3-ways alongside crisp pizzas, calzones, and salads with that house-made Greek dressing that somehow tastes great on everything... including steak tips.

From the Sumter newsletter, August 24, 2026

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