Chris’s guidebook to Clemson
Food scene
Loose Change Bar & Grill
349 College AveFun and friendly bar/restaurant in downtown Clemson.
All In Coffee Shop
106 Earle StGreat coffee and baked goods! Located in downtown Clemson.
Spill The Beans Clemson
102 N Clemson AveYummy ice cream for the whole family!
Great restaurant on the square in nearby Pendleton.
42 locals recommend
Blue Heron Restaurant & Sushi Bar
134 Exchange StreetGreat restaurant on the square in nearby Pendleton.
A fun spot for the whole family to gather, eat, and listen to music! We love the food - our boys love the chicken tenders and my wife loves the chef salad. A great atmosphere in Clemson!
59 locals recommend
The Esso Club
129 Old Greenville HwyA fun spot for the whole family to gather, eat, and listen to music! We love the food - our boys love the chicken tenders and my wife loves the chef salad. A great atmosphere in Clemson!
Fun environment with great food! 20+ TV's with all the games! New outdoor area added in spring 2022. Lots of games for the kids to play!
7 locals recommend
Charleston Sports Pub
359 College AveFun environment with great food! 20+ TV's with all the games! New outdoor area added in spring 2022. Lots of games for the kids to play!
A must! Great for food and drinks but also family friendly for lunch or dinner.
20 locals recommend
Tiger Town Tavern
368 College AveA must! Great for food and drinks but also family friendly for lunch or dinner.
Another must! Great for food and drinks but also family friendly for lunch or dinner.
13 locals recommend
TD's of Clemson
339 College AveAnother must! Great for food and drinks but also family friendly for lunch or dinner.
Fun brewery with outdoor space for the kids to play. Live music some weeknights.
Kite Hill Brewing Co
150 Thomas Green BoulevardFun brewery with outdoor space for the kids to play. Live music some weeknights.
Neighborhoods
Be sure to stroll downtown through the historic neighborhood of Sloan Poe just behind Sloan St - Wigington St - N. Clemson Ave. It is a lively mix of residents and college students!
Sloan Street
Sloan StreetBe sure to stroll downtown through the historic neighborhood of Sloan Poe just behind Sloan St - Wigington St - N. Clemson Ave. It is a lively mix of residents and college students!
Lakefront
Great area to take the family for swimming in Lake Hartwell! Here's a link: https://kiddingaroundgreenville.com/twelve-mile-recreation-area
12 Mile Park Road
12 Mile Park RoadGreat area to take the family for swimming in Lake Hartwell! Here's a link: https://kiddingaroundgreenville.com/twelve-mile-recreation-area
Fun, lakefront atmosphere for dining and outdoor music. Playground for the kiddos and restrooms for all.
26 locals recommend
Clemson Marina
150 Clemson Marina DriveFun, lakefront atmosphere for dining and outdoor music. Playground for the kiddos and restrooms for all.
Wine
Clemson Wine Bar
149 Thomas Green BlvdLovely owners, great selection of beverages.
Favorite shops
All Inspired Boutique
362 College AvePerfect for your ladies' Clemson wear and home accessories.
Coffee shops
Grace Coffee Company
100 Keith StreetNewer, adorable coffee shop with quiet and open areas.
City advice
Getting around
Lots of traffic on game weekends and graduation days.
Be patient!
Ways to save
Football game parking
Check with me (Chris) about parking if needed for home football, baseball, and basketball games. We might have a spot for you!