Bantam Chef

Overview

About Bantam Chef

Located in Marion, NC, Bantam Chef offers a casual dining experience focused on fast food with an emphasis on gyros and classic American favorites. The menu includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, featuring items like breakfast sandwiches, specialty gyros, burgers, and a variety of sides.

With an affordable price range from $1 to $10, this family-friendly spot encourages quick visits, where people typically spend around 10 minutes enjoying their meals. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, making it suitable for solo diners as well as groups and families.

Outdoor seating and drive-through service provide convenience for those on the go, while wheelchair accessibility throughout ensures ease of access. Additional amenities include free parking and restrooms for guest comfort.

Customer reviews highlight friendly staff, fast service, and quality food such as their chicken gyro and breakfast plates, although some note variations in side item preparation. The restaurant accepts multiple payment methods including credit cards and mobile payments.

Great coffee Solo dining Family-friendly Wheelchair accessible Drive-through Marion, NC Affordable pricing Quick service

Quick facts

+1 828-652-7023
Price range: $1–10
Rating: 4.5 (1114 reviews)
Visit duration: ~10 minutes
Family and group friendly
Accepts credit, debit & mobile payments
Free parking lot available
Wheelchair accessible entrance and seating

On the menu

Top picks at Bantam Chef

Signature dishes, shareable plates, and the items regulars keep coming back for.

View Full Menu

Amenities & features

What's available at the restaurant

Grouped by category — each group lists what's available and what isn't at Bantam Chef.

Service options

Outdoor seating
Drive-through
Onsite services
Takeout
Dine-in
No Delivery

Highlights

Great coffee

Popular for

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

Coffee
Quick bite

Dining options

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Counter service
Dessert
Seating
No Table service

Amenities

Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual

Crowd

Family-friendly
Groups

Payments

Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments

Children

Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu

Parking

Free parking lot
Parking

Hours

Opening hours

When Bantam Chef is open during the week.

Closed

Monday 06:30 AM - 08:00 PM
Tuesday 06:30 AM - 08:00 PM
Wednesday 06:30 AM - 08:00 PM
Thursday 06:30 AM - 08:00 PM
Friday 06:30 AM - 08:00 PM
Saturday 06:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Sunday Closed

Location

Location & Nearby Places

Central North Carolina, with cafes, shops, and other restaurants within easy walking distance.

Photos

Photos of Bantam Chef

A look at the food, the dining room, drinks, and the exterior of Bantam Chef.

View all photos

Reviews

Reviews for Bantam Chef

What recent guests say after dining at Bantam Chef.

4.5/ 5

Based on 1,114 guest reviews

Gyros Chicken Gyro Drive Thru Grits Waffle Fries Burgers Grilled Chicken Salad Shakes Slaw Cheeseburger

Rating distribution

5 71%

4 19%

3 5%

2 2%

1 3%

Tamara Harris

Mar 10, 2026

"I'm new to the area and I was missing a favorite restaurant of mine where I'm from. I googled Greek food near me and Bantam popped up. It's not a Greek or Mediterranean restaurant, but they do have a chicken gyro that is absolutely delicious! It's so good that I no longer miss the restaurant back home! The people that work there are fabulous, down home friendly! Service is awesome! The prices are even better! The only I would change is the fries. They're not bad, just bigger than what I like with a gyro. It's well worth the time and money!"

M. Marie Hamilton

Mar 03, 2026

"Yes, yes, and yes! Good food. Great prices. Nice to have a place that dosent cost a fortune to eat at. Hotdogs are wonderful!"

Nickolas II

Feb 28, 2026

"Ate breakfast and it was nice hot & fresh tasting! A+++ Update 4/4/24 had the flounder dinner plate and it was fantastic! Staff is very friendly and the food was fresh and hot. Update was in the location today 10/14/24 the Hotdogs , Fries are excellent. I love this bantam chef!"

matt isler

Feb 22, 2026

"They are all so sweet and nice here. With great prices and food made with love, it’s our once a month for sure!!"

Heather Dunn

Jan 02, 2026

"Delightful food. Great service. New ownership. Couldn’t be better! Yall stop on by and get some good ole breakfast and burgers and fries! My breakfast was impeccable!"

Dawn Orner

Dec 24, 2025

"Food was great. We ha a party of 30+ and they were fast, friendly, and accommodating. This local diner is a must stop that we will hit every time we pass through."

Brenda Davis

Dec 09, 2025

"I love Bantam Chef. The food is always hot and fresh and the employees are friendly. The prices are good too."

Julie Phillips

Nov 16, 2025

"Food was amazingly good! Omelets "soft" are difficult to do well and this place made a really good one - bacon, cheese and tomato. Biscuits excellent, not dry but a little crispy on the golden brown top. Grits good. Husband reported his bacon, egg, Grits, biscuit breakfast excellent. Service quick and friendly. Prices under $10 each. Was tempted to try 2 eggs with tenderloin, but glad i went for the omelet. Not a fancy or spacious place and bathroom out back, but the food definitely deserves 5 stars."

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Bantam Chef offers a casual atmosphere with family-friendly seating and quick counter service. Patrons can enjoy outdoor seating, drive-through, dine-in, and takeout options. This location is wheelchair accessible with facilities designed to accommodate all guests. Popular meal times include breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with an average visit lasting about 10 minutes.

The restaurant provides dine-in, takeout, outdoor seating, and a drive-through service. Dining is casual and counter service only, with no table service or delivery.

Yes, this fast food restaurant features wheelchair accessible entrances, parking, restrooms, and seating to support accessible dining experiences.

Menu offerings include breakfast plates, sandwiches, seafood plates, side orders, salads, and kids' meals. Menu details can be viewed on the menu page for specific selections and prices.

Children are welcome, with a kids' menu, high chairs available, and a family-friendly atmosphere designed to accommodate young diners.

Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted, providing several convenient options for customers.

Free parking is offered on-site in a parking lot designated for customers.

For questions or reservations, call +1 828-652-7023. Opening hours may vary, so contacting directly is advisable for the latest information.

More options

Similar restaurants nearby

Other places nearby you may also consider.

Cafe

Chocolates y Churros San Agustín

San Francisco 21, Zona Centro, 37700 San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico

4.3 View

Hamburger Restaurant

Jenny's Giant Burger

940 N Main St, Fort Bragg, CA 95437, United States

4.5 View

Lebanese Restaurant

Maroosh Restaurant

Makani Al Shamkah Mall - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

3.8 View

Indian Muslim Restaurant

NS Nasi Kandar

142, Jalan Burma, 10400 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

4.2 View