Best cooks, delicious food, fast service, friendly staff. One might even get a hug before they…read moreleave!

Great food with great service. I asked to waitress what the best thing they had was and she…read morerecommended the chicken Philly. It was fantastic and so were the fries. Definitely recommend this place.

Hidden Gem Alert: Sonny's in Hartsville Will Make You Rethink Every Travel Decision…read more The Setup: Picture this - we're fleeing Charlotte airport toward Myrtle Beach, stomachs growling, playing restaurant roulette on our phones. Every exit offered the same depressing parade of 3.3-star sadness. Just when we'd resigned ourselves to gas station jerky, there it was: Sonny's Restaurant in Hartsville, gleaming like a mirage with its 4.9 rating (okay, only five reviews, but STILL). The menu screamed "drive past me!" - hot dogs, burgers, and enough fried food to make your cardiologist weep. But that rating! We took the leap. The Vibe: Walking into Sonny's feels like your cool aunts invited you to his hunting lodge/tractor museum/time capsule. High ceilings, a delightfully chaotic mix of chairs that would make an interior designer's eye twitch, stuffed pheasant keeping watch over your meal, and - my favorite touch - a majestic display of tractors. Oh, and bottled sodas with an ominous "DO NOT OPEN - EMPLOYEES ONLY" sign. (I'm still wondering what happens if you do. Instant ejection? A stern talking-to? The mystery lives rent-free in my head.) The Welcome: The greeting hit different - warm, genuine, like visiting relatives who are actually happy to see you. We rolled in late, right as they'd shut down one of the burners, but there wasn't a hint of "ugh, late customers" energy. The Food: Started with onion strings (because of course), then asked for their recommendations. My wife went French dip route; I chose the burger steak - loaded with onions, peppers, mushrooms, and gravy (I had them hold the gravy and pile everything else on top because I'm a maverick like that). Here's where it gets good: This came with a baked potato AND salad for a price so low I actually checked the bill twice. My wife's sweet potato fries? Chef's kiss. Her side salad? Crisp, cold, perfect. My salad? Same. Everything hit exactly right. The One Speed Bump: The baked potato arrived with vegetable oil spread instead of real butter. In a place this authentic, margarine feels like a betrayal. Guys, spring for the real stuff - you're so close to perfection! The Verdict: Sonny's is exactly the kind of place you discover by accident and then bore everyone about for the next year. Rural setting, genuine hospitality, solid comfort food at prices that feel like a glitch in the matrix. If you're passing through Hatsville on the Charlotte-to-Myrtle run, do yourself a favor: Stop driving. Eat here. Tell them the couple not from there and who arrived late sent you. Five stars. Would accidentally discover again.

Great food! Very tasty, great prices. Very friendly staff. Quick service . Portions great size! We…read morewent hungry and left full!

Comfortable atmosphere, accomadating waitress. Nice menu, reasonable prices. I ordered the apple…read moresalad, it was so big, I took most of it home.Loaded with greens, cranberries, and apples. My dining mate had a turkey sandwich with gouda and a side of fries, also very good. The restaurant also featured a small salad bar, priced for how many times one went back which I thought was unusual. Overall all enjoyable meal.

I was in the area and caught them 30 mins before closing. I was appreciative of how kind and…read morewelcoming they were when I walked in. There is plenty of space and tables for dining.I ordered the burger and fries. The burger came with onions, lettuce, pickles, tomatoes, and banana peppers with your choice of cheddar or provolone cheese. As you can see, I chose cheddar, and I added bacon. The burger had one small strip of bacon, about two small pieces of banana pepper, and about two small round pickles; it was a bit disappointing because they skimped on those toppings for the size of the burger. Overall, the burger was okay. The fries were like crispy fries. I did like that they were hot. I noticed something was on the plate near the fries, so I didn't eat many after that. I honestly was starving, so I was grateful for the little bit I did eat, but yeah, it was not as pleasing as I would have hoped for in a meal here.

This restaurant is the reasons for travelling back roads. A hidden gem. Lunchtime on a Friday there…read moreappears to be four ladies working in this restaurant. There is a nice Buffet with fish and chicken small salad bar and a dessert. I ordered a Philly cheesesteak with. I believe they were called raw fries. think of the potato chips you might get at the fair. The Philly cheesesteak was excellent and freshly made. I opted for the 12 inch, but there was no way I could eat the full thing. They do not skimp on the meat or the vegetables or cheese. Everyone's meal looked great and the service was excellent as well. When I was checking out, the waitress told me next time I should order the 6 inch and if I really felt like I wanted to 12 she make me the second half after I finish the first. It's definitely worth the trip to support a small business with great food and service

I went back to Hwy 1 Cafe on a Tuesday which is BBQ Buffet day and, man, was I impressed! As much…read moreas I liked it on a previous trip, which was fish day, today was much better. The BBQ was terrific and although I do not think I have ever aid this, the lima beans were great! Great sweet tea and hushpuppies. The staff was very friendly and the service was top notch!

I really liked our dinner at Sparetime and it's an awesome option when we are In Kershaw for racing…read moreat Carolina Motorsports Park. The fried fish platter was incredible and the dirtymartini Alfredo dish was a bit odd but good. The steaks were sold out which means they must be great and I'll get that next time. The salad bar comes with most meals and the wait staff was really nice. Prices are super reasonable for the quality and amount of food you get and we will be back for sure!

Great food great folks good times the food was awesome and amazing like always can't wait to get…read moreback to the great cooking

Chance stop for a meal. A small restaurant with a big value and excellent food. The menu has…read moreofferings to please anyone. This is home style cooking made with pride. The service is excellent and very friendly. We ate simple. Wife had hotdogs dress Chicago style. I had a tuna melt. Both were very good. I know you're saying well thats not what I want but the menu is 110 percent full of options for all pallets. Breakfast all day. Italian options, steaks, burgers, chicken, pork, salads and more. Nice deserts too.

Service was excellent, food came quickly and the burger was delicious. Family atmosphere and good…read morevalue.

Ambiance - Great, chill vibe with an upscale feel. Comfortable, stylish, and perfect for a night…read moreout. Service - Absolutely outstanding. Gabe was clearly busy on a Saturday night but still stayed attentive to our table of six. He walked us through the specials with great detail, offered thoughtful recommendations, and clearly knew the menu inside and out. Food - The reason we came, and it did not disappoint. Our table enjoyed shrimp cocktail, duck spring rolls, rack of lamb, and the King Tut special--every dish was a hit. The large sides were truly shareable for all six of us. The scalloped potatoes, in particular, were incredibly cheesy and scrumptious. Overall - It was our first visit, and we will definitely be back. The only downside was that the hostess seemed visibly overwhelmed by the Saturday night rush, which made the check‑in experience a bit stressful to watch. It might help to give her additional support during peak hours so the front‑of‑house experience matches the excellence of the food and service.

Goodness what a gem hidden in Rembert SC close to Sumter. I made reservations after a friend…read morerecommended that I give them a try, I'm so glad we did! The place has an interesting history, it was an old mill. I walked around before going inside to take some pics. Once we walked in, the red carpet was rolled out (the best customer service).  This was definitely one the best meals that I have ever had in my lifetime. The team was professional, friendly, courteous and helpful. The food was excellent, everything tasted freshly made with love. The next day I had No stomach pain at all, which is very rare these days when I eat at a restaurant. The lamb chops and ribeye aged steak was absolutely amazing, every bite melted in our mouths, the different flavors hit all thru our palates. The only tip I wanna make sure patrons understand. Yes it's a pricey evening out, and the sides are not included. We felt that at least one side should be included with the main dish. My 4 lamb chops cost $61 which was quite a bit. Most high end restaurants will at least include one side. Don't let this take away from your experience, just go and enjoy. It's a once a year kinda meal for us. We didn't try desert, but heard it was also amazing. It was our 32nd anniversary, and the waitress wished us many more, we didn't expect anything else. The thought was very much appreciated. I will be returning again in the near future for a special occasion.

We came here because not much else was open in this quiet southern town. Waitress was really good…read moreand made sure our drinks were always full. The food was good. I tried a deep fried deviled egg for the first time and it was good! My dinner was a prime rib cheese steak and it was good. My son used the bathroom and came out saying it was gross with bugs and cob webs. It was just a good place...nothing special. Prices were pretty good too! One issue...serving appetizers with main course drives me nuts!

If I could rate this place a zero, I would. I can't say anything about the food, as I left after…read moreless than five minutes inside. But, I can tell you all about the service and encourage you to make good choices in how you decide to have epicurean adventures that also support your local economy. My dining companion & I walked into an uncrowded restaurant with many unclean dining tables. We were then greeted by a hostess coughing into her hand while encouraging us to choose where we wanted to sit. We opted for the bar, in hopes of not experiencing anything touched by the coughing hostess. However, when I politely asked the bartender if she minded wiping our area down...due to the large crumbs sitting in front of my dining companion...she not quite as politely informed me that she had "just wiped it down but would do it again." At that point, I knew it was time to go. Anyone who follows me here knows that I am an avid foodie & supporter of small businesses. However, I do not stay where I am not welcomed & will absolutely not set foot back in this establishment again.

Went for our second visit last night. I was very glad to see that they've improved the acoustics…read moresince my last review. It's not as noisy. We were seated by the hostess to a nice booth and our waiter was quick to take our orders. We ordered the Grilled Salmon ($24) with a side of Risotto. Our friend ordered the Grilled salmon with Risotto and also a Edamame/succotash side. The salmon was done perfectly and the risotto also was very good. My wife ordered a side salad and I ordered a side Caesar salad. The salads were cold, crisp and very good, although my wife's balsamic vinegar dressing caught her by surprised by the acidity of the dressing. Excellent meal. Our other friend ordered the Pork Chop, which was huge and quite thick. It had a maple glaze on it. I had a bite of it and it was very good tasting...not quite as tender as I would've liked, but that's sort of typical of most pork chops. We were too full to try any dessert. Great menu, good service. We will go back.

B Colsons is everything I love in a dining experience. Great steaks, amazing cocktails, it's…read morecrowded but sedate. Presentation and plating of food is on point as is the service. You know before you taste the steak it will be seasoned to perfection and it will melt in your mouth. It is amazing to relax and enjoy a perfectly prepared meal . The Ceasar salad comes with a honey butter croissant, that added sweetness to complement the perfect side salad. Now you know why there are lines to get in this place.