Vista Verde Guidebook

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Vista Verde Guidebook

Neighborhoods

An eclectic historic district with 18 buildings built between 1887 and 1930. Visit many gift and antique shops, restaurants, art galleries, music.
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Ram Cat Alley
Ram Cat Alley
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An eclectic historic district with 18 buildings built between 1887 and 1930. Visit many gift and antique shops, restaurants, art galleries, music.

City/Towns Near Keowee Key

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A unique small town surrounded by great natural beauty for history, art, and local cuisine connoisseurs as well as outdoor enthusiasts. Has been ranked #1 Place to Retire in SC and the Best Place to Start a Business.
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Seneca
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A unique small town surrounded by great natural beauty for history, art, and local cuisine connoisseurs as well as outdoor enthusiasts. Has been ranked #1 Place to Retire in SC and the Best Place to Start a Business.
Less than a 1 hour drive away. Thriving downtown with shops, restaurants, and activities. A beautiful park with waterfall and pedestrian bridge run through downtown. Nearest airport servicing US flights.
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Greenville
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Less than a 1 hour drive away. Thriving downtown with shops, restaurants, and activities. A beautiful park with waterfall and pedestrian bridge run through downtown. Nearest airport servicing US flights.
Around 1.5 hours drive away. Great downtown with shops and restaurants as well as outdoor activities. Has an airport that services US flights.
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Asheville
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Around 1.5 hours drive away. Great downtown with shops and restaurants as well as outdoor activities. Has an airport that services US flights.
Around a 2.5 hour drive away. It's a metropolitan area with an international airport.
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Charlotte
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Around a 2.5 hour drive away. It's a metropolitan area with an international airport.
Around a 2.5 hour drive away. It's a large metropolitan area with an international airport.
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Atlanta
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Around a 2.5 hour drive away. It's a large metropolitan area with an international airport.
Gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains. Four mountain streams and several waterfalls flow into Lake Jocassee and Lake Keowee. Scenic and unspoiled mountain wilderness with clear and clean mountain lakes.
Salem
Gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains. Four mountain streams and several waterfalls flow into Lake Jocassee and Lake Keowee. Scenic and unspoiled mountain wilderness with clear and clean mountain lakes.
Home to Clemson University Tigers!
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Clemson
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Home to Clemson University Tigers!
A beautiful town with lots of local high end shops, restaurants, spas.
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Cashiers
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A beautiful town with lots of local high end shops, restaurants, spas.
Helen Ga
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Dahlonega Visitors Center
13 S Park St
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Blue Rdg Pkwy, Cherokee, NC, Yhdysvallat

Sightseeing

Rent kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and pontoon boats. Recommend calling for reservations a month in advance of your stay for boat rentals if possible during summer months.
Keowee Key Marina
563 Tall Ship Dr
Rent kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and pontoon boats. Recommend calling for reservations a month in advance of your stay for boat rentals if possible during summer months.
An educational museum with a focus on nuclear energy and how it's harnessed. It includes energy exhibits and kid-friendly activities.
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World of Energy
7812 Rochester Hwy
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An educational museum with a focus on nuclear energy and how it's harnessed. It includes energy exhibits and kid-friendly activities.
18,500 acre clear, clean lake with 300 mile shoreline. Popular for fishing, waterskiing, swimming, sailing, boating, kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding.
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Lake Keowee
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18,500 acre clear, clean lake with 300 mile shoreline. Popular for fishing, waterskiing, swimming, sailing, boating, kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding.
7,500 acre clear, clean lake with rivers that flow into it from the Blue Ridge Mountains. Created in 1973 by Duke Power and SC through building Jocassee Dam.
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Lake Jocasse
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7,500 acre clear, clean lake with rivers that flow into it from the Blue Ridge Mountains. Created in 1973 by Duke Power and SC through building Jocassee Dam.
An historical museum that explores the African-American cultural heritage in this region. It features exhibits and technology to convey authentic stories and culture applicable to all ages.
Bertha Lee Strickland Cultural Museum
208 W South 2nd St
An historical museum that explores the African-American cultural heritage in this region. It features exhibits and technology to convey authentic stories and culture applicable to all ages.
Art exhibits, art/painting classes, demonstrations, and events.
Blue Ridge Art Council
111 E South 2nd St
Art exhibits, art/painting classes, demonstrations, and events.
Painting experience for those with no expertise to specialty painters. Paint and sip or organize a family funtivity here.
Paint-Play Studio
113 E North 1st St
Painting experience for those with no expertise to specialty painters. Paint and sip or organize a family funtivity here.
Play disc golf on a hilly, wooded 18 hole course.
Shaver Recreation Complex
698 W South 4th St
Play disc golf on a hilly, wooded 18 hole course.
1909 Bungalow that showcases the lifestyle and architecture of the early 20th century.
Lunney Museum
211 W South 1st St
1909 Bungalow that showcases the lifestyle and architecture of the early 20th century.
Plan a relaxing spa day.
Moda Vita Salon and Spa
10239 Clemson Blvd
Plan a relaxing spa day.
Catch the latest blockbuster movie on the big screen
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Premiere Seneca Cinema 8
U.S. 123
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Catch the latest blockbuster movie on the big screen
A fun bowling alley with 24 lanes, pool tables, arcade games, and bar
Oconee Lanes Inc
318 By Pass 123
A fun bowling alley with 24 lanes, pool tables, arcade games, and bar
644 acres of pristine parkland and the only public access to stunning Lake Jocassee, a 7565 acre reservoir surrounded by mountains.
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Devil's Forkin osavaltionpuisto
161 Holcombe Cir
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644 acres of pristine parkland and the only public access to stunning Lake Jocassee, a 7565 acre reservoir surrounded by mountains.
An unspoiled wilderness named "50 of the World's Last Great Places-Destinations of a Lifetime" by National Geographic Magazine (one of only three destinations in the US). See waterfalls, grottos, rare flora, fauna and wildlife. Hike, scuba, boat, or just take in the beauty of this special place.
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Jocassee Gorges Wilderness Area
1344 Cleo Chapman Highway
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An unspoiled wilderness named "50 of the World's Last Great Places-Destinations of a Lifetime" by National Geographic Magazine (one of only three destinations in the US). See waterfalls, grottos, rare flora, fauna and wildlife. Hike, scuba, boat, or just take in the beauty of this special place.
The hallmark view of the Jocassee Gorges. Drive, bike, hike, or horseback ride to the top. You'll see several other overlooks and waterfalls along the way.
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Jumping Off Rock Overlook
448 Horse Pasture Rd
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The hallmark view of the Jocassee Gorges. Drive, bike, hike, or horseback ride to the top. You'll see several other overlooks and waterfalls along the way.
Trophy trout fishing, waterfall tours, sunset cruises.
Jocassee Charters
Lake Jocassee Road
Trophy trout fishing, waterfall tours, sunset cruises.
Scuba shop that offers diving classes and charters.
Lake Jocassee Dive Shop
710 Dive Buddy Lane
Scuba shop that offers diving classes and charters.
Miles of world class mountain bike trails
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Stumphouse Mountain Bike Park
105 Stumphouse Tunnel Rd
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Miles of world class mountain bike trails
Live entertainment and music.
Westminster Music Centre
224 E Main St
Live entertainment and music.
Guided whitewater rafting trips and zip line canopy tours.
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Wildwater Chattooga Adventure Center
1251 State Road S-37-14
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Guided whitewater rafting trips and zip line canopy tours.
Bluegrass musical performances on Friday nights.
Silver Dollar Music Hall
12278 Long Creek Hwy
Bluegrass musical performances on Friday nights.
Guided white water rafting with Class II, III, and IV rapids as desired. Rated "#1 Thing Every Southerner Ought to Do" by Southern Living Magazine. Make memories that last a lifetime!
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Nantahala Outdoor Center - Roswell Outpost
203 Azalea Dr
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Guided white water rafting with Class II, III, and IV rapids as desired. Rated "#1 Thing Every Southerner Ought to Do" by Southern Living Magazine. Make memories that last a lifetime!
A full service fly shop. They offer fly fishing trips, casting lessons, & fly tying for the novice to expert.
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Chattooga River Fly Shop
6832A Highlands Hwy
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A full service fly shop. They offer fly fishing trips, casting lessons, & fly tying for the novice to expert.
Art studio, pottery and gallery. Folk art, pottery, ceramics, paintings, canvas, found objects, up-cycled.
End of the Road Studios
255 E Bear Swamp Rd
Art studio, pottery and gallery. Folk art, pottery, ceramics, paintings, canvas, found objects, up-cycled.
All volunteer org that offers free events, exhibits, and art classes.
Gateway Arts Center
213 E Windsor St
All volunteer org that offers free events, exhibits, and art classes.
A collection of historic artifacts for England's original General Merchandise store.
Oconee History Museum's General Store Museum
126 E Main St
A collection of historic artifacts for England's original General Merchandise store.
Artist, Nancy Basket, shares her heritage of basketry and storytelling skills through the National Indian Education Association. She creates kudzu and pine needle baskets, cards, sculptures, and functional items.
Kudzu Kabin Designs
1105 E Main St
Artist, Nancy Basket, shares her heritage of basketry and storytelling skills through the National Indian Education Association. She creates kudzu and pine needle baskets, cards, sculptures, and functional items.
Permanent exhibits of Cherokee artifacts.
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Museum Of The Cherokee In South Carolina
70 Short St
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Permanent exhibits of Cherokee artifacts.
Theatrical productions of various kinds.
Oconee Community Theatre station
Theatrical productions of various kinds.
Explore the history of Native Americans, immigration, railroads, New Deal programs, textile mills, and agriculture of Oconee County.
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Oconee History Museum
123 Browns Square Dr
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Explore the history of Native Americans, immigration, railroads, New Deal programs, textile mills, and agriculture of Oconee County.
Lushly landscaped tropical paradise mini golf experience.
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THE OASIS RANCH MINI GOLF
170 Hackberry Ln
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Lushly landscaped tropical paradise mini golf experience.
295 acres of natural landscapes, specialty gardens, streams, and nature trails. Free beautiful gardens and arboretum that have paved, accessible trails.
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Botanical Gardens
Willow Oak Lane
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295 acres of natural landscapes, specialty gardens, streams, and nature trails. Free beautiful gardens and arboretum that have paved, accessible trails.
Watch the Clemson Tigers play football here.
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Memorial Stadium
1 Avenue of Champions
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Watch the Clemson Tigers play football here.
Historical plantation museum located on Clemson University Campus. John C. Calhoun, VP of the US in 1825, raised his family of 10 children there. His daughter, Anna, married Thomas Clemson, founder of Clemson University. Learn so much more on a tour of this beautiful home.
Fort Hill Plantation
520 Fort Hill St
Historical plantation museum located on Clemson University Campus. John C. Calhoun, VP of the US in 1825, raised his family of 10 children there. His daughter, Anna, married Thomas Clemson, founder of Clemson University. Learn so much more on a tour of this beautiful home.
Kids will love the fossils and dinosaurs. Be sure to make sure they are open. It's free.
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Bob Campbell Geology Museum
140 Discovery Ln
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Kids will love the fossils and dinosaurs. Be sure to make sure they are open. It's free.
Watch Clemson play baseball here.
Doug Kingsmore Stadium
114 Baseball Dr
Watch Clemson play baseball here.
Watch Clemson play basketball here.
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Littlejohn Coliseum
219 Perimeter Rd
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Watch Clemson play basketball here.
Built in 1716, a low country rice plantation museum. In 1994, it was moved to the South Carolina Botanical Garden (Clemson Campus) to maintain it's history.
Hanover House
113 Garden Trail
Built in 1716, a low country rice plantation museum. In 1994, it was moved to the South Carolina Botanical Garden (Clemson Campus) to maintain it's history.
Clemson University concerts, musicals, plays, and performing arts venue.
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Brooks Center for the Performing Arts
141 Jersey Ln
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Clemson University concerts, musicals, plays, and performing arts venue.
Toccoa Falls, Toccoa, GA 30577, Yhdysvallat

Food scene

Craft beer hot spot
The Beer Station
115 Bountyland Rd
Craft beer hot spot
American Cuisine - Burgers, Pizza, Seafood, Ribs, Steaks.
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Copper River Grill
514 US-123
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American Cuisine - Burgers, Pizza, Seafood, Ribs, Steaks.
A fine Sports Bar with great food. Enjoy Bingo, video games, trivia, pool tables, karaoke, or live music. Watch the Clemson Tigers take on rivals.
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The Spot on the Alley
122 Ram Cat Alley
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A fine Sports Bar with great food. Enjoy Bingo, video games, trivia, pool tables, karaoke, or live music. Watch the Clemson Tigers take on rivals.
Popular gathering place and taproom. Craft brews, wine, and soda with appetizers. Food trucks, live concerts, and open mic nights.
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Jocassee Valley Brewing Company
13412 SC-11
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Popular gathering place and taproom. Craft brews, wine, and soda with appetizers. Food trucks, live concerts, and open mic nights.
The Farmhouse Coffee Exchange
277 Market St
Local coffee shop
Local coffee roaster that also serves craft beer, wine, and pre-prohibition cocktails. Music on Friday and Saturday nights.
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313 Cafe
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Local coffee roaster that also serves craft beer, wine, and pre-prohibition cocktails. Music on Friday and Saturday nights.
Soups, salads, specialty sandwiches, and homemade desserts. Brunch on Sat and Sun.
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Belle's Bistro at Chattooga Belle Farm
454 Damascus Church Rd
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Soups, salads, specialty sandwiches, and homemade desserts. Brunch on Sat and Sun.
Pizza, salad, sandwiches, beer.
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Carolina Pizza Company
124 East Main Street
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Pizza, salad, sandwiches, beer.
BBQ and homemade treats. BYOB.
Hogs and Hops
106 North Fairplay Street
BBQ and homemade treats. BYOB.
Craft beer
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BREWS on the Alley
109 Ram Cat Alley
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Craft beer
Pizza, sandwiches, salad, quesadillas, and beer.
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Humble Pie
14239 Long Creek Hwy
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Pizza, sandwiches, salad, quesadillas, and beer.
Beer garden, beer bar, and brewery.
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Keowee Brewing Company
401 E Main St
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Beer garden, beer bar, and brewery.
Good food in a comfortable location. Sandwiches, wraps, soups, salads, and vegetarian options.
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Mayberry's
125 North Townville Street
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Good food in a comfortable location. Sandwiches, wraps, soups, salads, and vegetarian options.
Coffee house and baked goods. Local gifts and live music.
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Mountain Mocha
208 E Main St
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Coffee house and baked goods. Local gifts and live music.
Fresh hand made ice cream
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N the Midst Ice Cream
1109-A Jennings Ave
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Fresh hand made ice cream
Italian dishes, steaks, and fresh fish. Covered patio dining options.
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Paesano's Italian Restaurant
1727 Blue Ridge Blvd
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Italian dishes, steaks, and fresh fish. Covered patio dining options.
Soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps, and bowls.
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PRESST food & wine
12019 N Radio Station Rd
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Soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps, and bowls.
Delicious Mexican specialties.
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Puerto Nuevo Mexican Restaurant
903 E Main St
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Delicious Mexican specialties.
Sushi and wine. Always a winning combination!
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Solé Grill and Sushi Bar
U.S. 123
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Sushi and wine. Always a winning combination!
Fast casual food.
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Clemson Marina
150 Clemson Marina Drive
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Fast casual food.
Soup, salad, sandwiches, and tacos.
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The Hungry Hiker Restaurant
116 S Catherine St
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Soup, salad, sandwiches, and tacos.
Great food, fresh cocktails, and live entertainment.
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The Tiki Hut Lakeside Grill
156 Keowee Marina Dr
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Great food, fresh cocktails, and live entertainment.
Tex-Mex favorites like tacos, fajitas, and tamales.
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Tipsy Taco Clemson
13430 Clemson Boulevard
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Tex-Mex favorites like tacos, fajitas, and tamales.
Cheeseburgers, wings, wraps, and appetizers.
World Class Cheeseburgers
15951 Wells Highway
Cheeseburgers, wings, wraps, and appetizers.
Chicken fingers and burgers, cakes, cobblers and puddings.
Yousef's Kitchen
1109 East Main Street
Chicken fingers and burgers, cakes, cobblers and puddings.
Gourmet, fireside dining. Beautiful ambiance with a wrap around patio located on a quiet cove of Lake Keowee.
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The Cabana At The Lighthouse
1290 State Rd S-37-15
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Gourmet, fireside dining. Beautiful ambiance with a wrap around patio located on a quiet cove of Lake Keowee.
Wine and charcuterie to go.
The Wine Emporium
1229 Stamp Creek Rd
Wine and charcuterie to go.
Great BBQ! Optional outdoor seating next to the creek. Lovely setting.
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Brasstown Creek Gathering Place BBQ
275 Brasstown Rd
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Great BBQ! Optional outdoor seating next to the creek. Lovely setting.
Full cycle distillery. Local Moonshine, Brandy, Whiskey, Vodka, Gin, Bourbon, Rum.
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Chattooga Belle Farm Distillery
216 State Rd S-37-102
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Full cycle distillery. Local Moonshine, Brandy, Whiskey, Vodka, Gin, Bourbon, Rum.
Known for burger and onion rings. Ice cream.
Mountain Rest Cafe LLC
7057 Highlands Hwy
Known for burger and onion rings. Ice cream.
Ribs, brisket, smoked pork, chicken, hamburgers, hotdogs.
Big D's House of BBQ
246 Burnt Tanyard Rd
Ribs, brisket, smoked pork, chicken, hamburgers, hotdogs.
A local gathering place with a wine bar, wine shop, craft beer, and small bites.
Appellation Wine
1510 Blue Ridge Blvd
A local gathering place with a wine bar, wine shop, craft beer, and small bites.
Hot spot for great food and craft drinks. A favorite restaurant for many.
Bonaterra
113 Ram Cat Alley
Hot spot for great food and craft drinks. A favorite restaurant for many.
Pub menu, live bands, karaoke, pool tables, and an outdoor deck.
Mullen's Irish Pub
U.S. 123
Pub menu, live bands, karaoke, pool tables, and an outdoor deck.
Tex-Mex bar and grill with outdoor seating.
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Papa Julio's
123 North Townville Street
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Tex-Mex bar and grill with outdoor seating.
Vino and craft beer. Sunday brunch once per month.
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Partners in Wine
50 Short St
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Vino and craft beer. Sunday brunch once per month.
Gastro pub with wings, appetizers, soup, salads, sandwiches, and burgers. Night life: craft beer, growlers, wines, billiards, and live music on weekends.
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Pub Blue
286 Market Street
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Gastro pub with wings, appetizers, soup, salads, sandwiches, and burgers. Night life: craft beer, growlers, wines, billiards, and live music on weekends.
Micro brewery offering craft beers and pub food, indoor and outdoor dining.
Soc'em Dog Brewing and Gastropub
1308 Falcons Drive
Micro brewery offering craft beers and pub food, indoor and outdoor dining.
Veteran owned and operated. Wraps, salads, hot dogs, BLT, and fried bologna sandwiches. TV's, pool tables, and cornhole. Junior U18 APA and adult league pool.
Triple D Racks Sports Bar
1284 South Carolina 11
Veteran owned and operated. Wraps, salads, hot dogs, BLT, and fried bologna sandwiches. TV's, pool tables, and cornhole. Junior U18 APA and adult league pool.
Small, unique taproom with rotating selection of craft beers on tap.
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West & Co. Tap Room
115 S Catherine St
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Small, unique taproom with rotating selection of craft beers on tap.