SC has one of the South’s legendary burger restaurants, Southern Living says. Here’s where

What’s not to love about a good burger? It might not be the healthiest option, but there’s a reason why it’s the most grilled food in the nation.

They’re not that hard to find either. Restaurants, fast-food establishments and food trucks are all likely to have a delicious burger on their menu. Some locations are more iconic and nostalgic than others, however.

Southern Living, a lifestyle magazine that focuses on the South, made a list of 20 legendary burger joints that have been influential and impactful to the South’s burger scene. Many of the spots first opened up back in the 20th century.

“They’re the places where we’ve made memories near and dear to our hearts,” A Southern Living writer said. “The menus are often short and sweet, but one thing you can always count on at a legendary burger joint is a consistently great meal.”

Lucky for South Carolina, one of the state’s burger restaurants made an appearance on Southern Living’s list.

Here’s the beloved burger joint in SC that Southern Living says is legendary:

The Beacon Drive-In – Spartanburg

Did you guess The Beacon Drive-In? The restaurant has been serving old-fashioned burgers since 1946 and has since become a Southern landmark.

According to their website, they’re known for their Chili-Cheese A-Plenty, a chili-cheeseburger buried underneath piles of sweet onion rings and french-fried potatoes. Other favorites at the Beacon include their Sliced Pork A-Plenty, BBQ hash, and The Pig’s Dinner, a loaded banana split.

The Beacon Drive-In is one of the few remaining legends that offer curb service. Cruise on in and let one of their friendly curb hops take your order.

Their sweet tea is “World Famous” and is generously sweetened, with a splash of lemon, served in a cup packed with shaved ice. They assert that they sell more sweet tea than any other single restaurant in the country. Southern Living says that the Beacon Drive-In hosts an average of 1 million customers every year, and the restaurant goes through 3,000 pounds of sugar per week.

“If you can stomach a sweet other than your giant cup of tea, a slice of apple or pecan pie should do the trick,” A Southern Living writer said. “A slice is ¼ of the pie. Did we mention this place is not for the faint of heart?”

Their address is 255 John B White Sr Blvd #6047, Spartanburg, SC 29306

If you plan on trying one of their burgers to see if the hype is justified, drop a comment down below and let us know how you enjoyed it. You can check out the other legendary burger joints that were listed by Southern Living here.

SC has one of the South’s legendary burger restaurants, Southern Living says. Here’s where

The Beacon Drive-In – Spartanburg

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