Clemson’s best local businesses

The 72 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best

● Updated Sep 30

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72 businesses across 7 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.

• 01Restaurants36 places · newest: All In Coffee Shop, Sep 30
• 02Beauty5 places · newest: Benefit Cosmetics BrowBar, Sep 30
• 03Shopping6 places · newest: Elkmont Trading Company, Sep 30
• 04Nightlife5 places · newest: Backstreets Pub & Grill, Sep 30
• 05Bakeries & Sweets5 places · newest: Dunkin', Sep 30
• 06Arts & Culture5 places · newest: Bart Garrison Agricultural Museum of South Carolina, Jul 31
• 07Hobbies, Books, & Crafts3 places · newest: Clemson University Bookstore, Jul 31

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• Brews at the Square

  Cafes

  If your week needs a pick-me-up that turns into a hangout, swing by Brews at the Square for rotating local taps, wine, legit coffee, and a…

  182 E Queen St (Pendleton) · brewssc.com ↗

• Mattress Warehouse of Clemson

  Home & Garden

  Retail chain showcasing a wide variety of brand-name mattresses, plus sheet sets & accessories.

  13460 Clemson Blvd (Seneca) · mattresswarehouse.com ↗

• Petco

  Pets

  Chain with pet food & supplies such as toys, beds & pet technology products, plus medication.

  13390 Clemson Blvd (Seneca) · stores.petco.com ↗

• The Oasis Ranch Mini Golf

  Entertainment

  Tranquil course for families with themed holes, waterfalls, and flower gardens created by a landscape artist.

  170 Hackberry Ln (Seneca) · theoasisranch.com ↗

• The Walker Course

  Entertainment

  Publicly accessible 18-hole golf course featuring a driving range, pro shop & casual grill.

  210 Madren Center Dr · clemson.edu ↗

• Tiger Town Fitness

  Health & Wellness

  Whether you’re easing back into movement or chasing PRs, Tiger Town Fitness in downtown Pendleton offers community-centered programming…

  134 E Main St (Pendleton) · tigertownfitness.com ↗

• Uptown Cheapskate Clemson

  Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

  Retailer known for buying & selling secondhand designer apparel & accessories for young adults.

  13180 Clemson Blvd (Seneca) · uptowncheapskate.com ↗

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