The Clover Station: True southern home cooking
BY KYLEE LOWE, CHS JUNIOR
CLOVER, SC -The Clover
Station, located at 105 N
Main St. in Clover, SC, offers a delightful taste of Southern comfort food. This cozy restaurant serves up daily
specials, including iconic
dishes like meatloaf, fried
chicken, pineapple casserole, fried okra, and tomato pie. A staple with every meal is the Southern cornbread
and biscuits, adding that
authentic touch to each dish. Clover Station’s menu brings the flavors of home-cooked meals, showcasing the best of Southern cuisine.
The town of Clover
holds a unique historical
significance, once serving
as a rest stop for the steam engines of the Chester and Lenoir Narrow Gauge Railroad. This history is honored at Clover Station with a mural of the steam
engine, a reminder of the
town’s past. Since its opening in 2009, Clover Station has continued this legacy, offering a place for travelers to take a break and enjoy a hearty meal, just as the railroad travelers did years
ago.
The Clover Station
was founded by Mrs. Pat
Bingham, who raised her
three children on Southern dishes, many of which are still served today. Starting
the restaurant from scratch, Bingham worked tirelessly to build the station, and her dedication is evident in the meals she serves. Her warm, Southern hospitality is a key part of the experience, as she greets each customer like family. Over the years, the menu has expanded, but the heart and soul of the restaurant remain unchanged, staying true to the traditional Southern
meals Bingham once cooked for her own family.
For those who have
never experienced Southern cuisine, Clover Station offers the perfect introduction.
One visitor, for instance, described their experience as the perfect start to exploring Southern food, praising the excellent taste of the fried chicken. With its welcoming atmosphere, home-cooked meals, and
deep-rooted history, Clover Station is more than just a restaurant—it’s a place where Southern tradition and hospitality shine. Whether you’re stopping in for a meal or taking in the history of the area, Clover Station is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience the heart of Southern cooking. Newcomers Perspective:
For someone like myself
who has never been to a truly southern restaurant this was the perfect place to start. The chicken I ordered had excellent taste!


