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Publix, located in Gateway Village, has been voted the best grocery store in the Clemson area.

Best Grocery Store: Publix

Emma Rusnak, Contributor March 6, 2025

If you’re looking for somewhere to shop for your weekly groceries, the Clemson community says Publix is, by far, the best. With a convenient location just a few minutes from campus in Gateway Village,...

Tiger Sports Shop has been a staple of Clemson since 1974.

Best Clemson Store: Tiger Sports Shop

Bella Rosen, Senior Reporter March 6, 2025

Are you looking to expand your collection of Clemson merchandise? Look no further than the marquee letters that will lead you into Tiger Sports Shop. This year’s Best Clemson Store winner, Tiger Sports...

True Orange Boutique in downtown Clemson is the ideal place to stock up for all of your game day spirit.

Best Boutique: True Orange Boutique

Nora Toland, Asst. Communications Manager March 6, 2025

Clemson women’s football fashion is primarily dominated by True Orange Boutique. On any given Saturday with a home game, the boutique offers items for every fan. The store with two fashion-filled...

Aloha Nails and Spa wins Best Nail Salon in Clemson for the third year in a row.

Best Nail Salon: Aloha Nails and Spa

Nicole Jordan, Podcast Editor March 6, 2025

For the third year in a row, Aloha Nails and Spa has been voted Best Nail Salon, solidifying its reputation as a go-to spot for nail care in the community. When the salon first opened in 2018, it was...

The Shepherd Hotel is the best place to stay when visiting Clemson, according to the Clemson community.

Best Hotel: The Shepherd Hotel

Caroline James Warner, Asst. TimeOut Editor March 6, 2025

Established in 2022, The Shepherd Hotel is known for offering “authentic hospitality” in downtown Clemson. With its amenities, philanthropic involvement and reputation for excellent service, it is...

For over 50 years, Charles & Al's Barber Shop has been the go-to spot for classic cuts in Clemson.

Best Barber: Charles & Al’s

Brian Warner, Senior Reporter March 6, 2025

Best is the standard at Clemson, and since its opening in 1970, no barbershop meets that standard better than Charles & Al’s. Over its 55 years of business, Charles and Al’s prides itself on...

Tiger Lily Beauty Co. took home Best Hair Salon for the second year in a row.

Best Hair Salon: Tiger Lily Beauty Co.

Chloe McCoy, Copy Editor March 6, 2025

Looking to get a relaxing facial, quality lash extensions or a quick cut and color? Head to Tiger Lily Beauty Co. right off Tiger Boulevard in Clemson, where they specialize in hair, sunless tanning, lash...

Located right off campus with weekly deals, Publix's Gateway Village location is a Clemson favorite.

Best Grocery Store: Publix

Thomas Merzlak, Senior Reporter March 7, 2024

When the Clemson community needs somewhere to go grocery shopping, Publix is the clear favorite. The popular supermarket chain’s Gateway Village location has been voted Clemson’s best grocery store...

True Orange Boutique offers a wide range of Clemson gear and clothing items for women of all ages.

Best Clothing Store: True Orange Boutique

Caroline James Warner, Senior Reporter March 7, 2024

On a Clemson football game day, there’s a high chance you will see women of all ages sporting clothing from True Orange Boutique. Whether at a tailgate or in the stands, the clothing and accessories...

Established in 1970, Charles and Al's has been cutting hair in the Clemson area for decades.

Best Barber: Charles & Al’s

Justin Robertson, Associate Editor March 7, 2024

As downtown Clemson has evolved and become more modern with the times, Charles and Al’s Barbershop has stayed the course, holding true to its “old school values” to help win this year’s best barbershop. Tucked...

Tiger Town Graphics has all the Clemson swag you need to show your Tiger pride.

Best Clemson Store: Tigertown Graphics

Sam Walters, Senior Reporter March 7, 2024

What better way to immerse yourself in the culture and atmosphere of Clemson University than getting some high-quality swag? That is exactly what you can find at Tigertown Graphics, this year’s winner...

The Thomas Bar, located on the third floor of The Shepherd Hotel, offers world-class cocktails, a relaxing atmosphere and a piece of Clemson history. Pictured on the backs of the bar chairs are buttons from authentic 1895 military uniforms as an homage to Clemson's history as a military school.

Best Hotel: The Shepherd

Ethan Silipo, Contributor March 7, 2024

The Shepherd Hotel has once again taken this year's crown for the best hotel in Clemson, earning back-to-back Best of Clemson honors despite opening only less than two years ago. The Shepherd is a 67-room...

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