Greg Kitto, Frers’ son and bartender who has spent roughly 40 years behind the bar, has been tied to the restaurant since childhood.
“I started coming here when I was about 12 years old—burger, chili, and a Coke,” he said. “I fell in love with it right away.”
Even Frer’s grandchildren, Leah Foe, Leri Foe, Annabell Stancil, Danielle Freeman, and Chad Pearson, have all played a role in the business over the years.
Manager Mary Carpenter said that connection between family, staff, and customers is what defined the Chattaway.
“We have really loyal customers,” Carpenter said. “Some come in once or twice a week, and others drive from miles away just to be here.”
Known for its straightforward menu of burgers, fried chicken, seafood baskets, and sandwiches, the restaurant built a reputation on consistency rather than reinvention.