ESSO Club, Sports bar in Clemson, United States
The ESSO Club operates as a sports establishment near Clemson University, featuring cedar seating from Death Valley stadium and an outdoor dining area.
Founded in 1933 as a gas station and grocery store along Old Greenville Highway, the establishment received the first beer license in Clemson after Prohibition ended.
The walls display photographs, signed memorabilia, and artifacts documenting decades of Clemson University sports history and student celebrations.
Located near Death Valley stadium, the ESSO Club serves food and beverages daily, with extended hours during football and basketball game days.
The original ESSO oval sign remains displayed at the front entrance, despite the corporate transition to Exxon branding in the 1970s.
Location: South Carolina
Inception: 1933
Official opening: 1933
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 11:00-23:00; Sunday 11:00-21:00
Website: https://theessoclub.com
GPS coordinates: 34.68310,-82.84610
Latest update: March 9, 2025 12:29
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