Satisfy Your Hunger with a Homemade Meal in Gaffney

Known for its friendly, casual atmosphere, Boston Annie’s serves fresh and classic grinders, along with salads, soups and sweets.

Guy Fieri's 2007 visit to Harold’s Restaurant on Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives” has lured many a fan of the popular food reality television series to the now-famed diner located in a historic brick building on the edge of downtown Gaffney.

But the Upstate institution, which opened in 1932, isn’t the only place in town to enjoy a made-from-scratch meal. In recent years, several other local-minded restaurants have taken up residence in the historic district. Offering everything from soul food to pizza to Boston-style grinders, these independent eateries are sure to satisfy your hunger, whatever it is you’re craving.

At Harold’s, the big sellers are the “world-famous chili burgers and hotdogs.” You won’t break the bank with those two belly-fillers or any of the old-school Southern favorites on the menu, among them a homemade pimento cheese sandwich, fried green tomatoes, and chicken stew.

Zakary’s Coffee Shop offers freshly brewed, locally roasted coffee in a fun an inviting space in downtown Gaffney.

Another newcomer to the downtown food scene is Zakary’s Coffee Shop, where you can sit back and savor freshly brewed, locally roasted coffee, tea, or homemade soda in a decidedly casual, inviting space with tables, sofas, and the work of local artists on the walls. Open mic night is held most Saturdays.

If you’re hankering for a slice of pie (the savory kind), head to Aegean Pizza. In this Greek/Italian restaurant, the dough and sauces are homemade and the toppings are fresh. Along with a wide selection of specialty pizza, you’ll find Greek and Italian dishes, hot-from-the-oven subs, salads, and a selection of desserts on the menu.

For an awesome plate of ribs, check out PYT's Legendary Grill & Bar. The steak offerings are legendary, too, with your choice of ribeye, sirloin, filet, beef tips and T-bone. Or mosey over to Carolina Cafe, a Southern steakhouse offering hand-cut chargrilled steaks, burgers, seafood, chicken and pasta, sandwiches and a mouthwatering selection of sweets.

This being the South, don’t miss the opportunity to chow down on delicious slow-smoked barbecue. Among the best in Gaffney are Daddy Joe’s Beach House BBQ & Grill and Lisa's Hawk-n-Dawg Bbq food truck, parked at 2152 Beech St. seven days a week.

Enjoy made-from-scratch doughnuts, pastries and croissants at Sunny’s Donuts in Gaffney.

While you’re in town, be sure to stop at Sunny’s Donuts. Don’t be fooled by the simple storefront located adjacent to a filling station. At this hometown hot spot, you’ll enjoy donuts, croissants, and pastries made from scratch from family recipes and baked fresh every morning. Sunny’s specialties include buttermilk bars, cinnamon rolls, apple fritters, tiger claws, donut holes, and chocolate and maple raised bars.

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