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Backroad Food Finds: Dave’s Grill and Grocery – Couchton, South Carolina

I didn’t even know there was a Couchton, South Carolina, but I’m glad I found out about it, because it’s the home of Dave’s Grill and Grocery. Just outside of…

Backroad Food Finds: Dave's Grill and Grocery Couchton, South Carolina

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I didn't even know there was a Couchton, South Carolina, but I'm glad I found out about it, because it's the home of Dave's Grill and Grocery. Just outside of Aiken - in Aiken County - I found a great gas station and convenience store that happens to serve some of the best food you'll find.

A Butcher Shop, Too

When I arrived, a huge grill was out front smoking bar-b-que,  beef brisket, pork chops, and even onion sausage, ribs, and more. Inside, you find a convenience store that carries regular stuff like chips, canned goods, soft drinks, etc. Then, you see the small counter with people lining up to order some of the best food you'll find anywhere. There is also a butcher shop in Dave's for your backyard cookouts.

Community Gathering Place

I had the cheeseburger with fries, and it was great. May take their food to-go or sit in the parking lot and eat. I opted to sit at one of 5 or 6 tables inside, and I enjoyed the atmosphere. As always, in small communities, people know each other, and it seems that Dave's is not only a great place for food and groceries but also a community gathering place for the locals.

Hope you get a chance to head down to Couchton in South Carolina, so you can experience the surprising great food at Dave's Grill and Grocery.

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Tee has worked with KICKS 99 for over 24 years as Operations Manager and Program Director and is on-air each afternoon 3p-7p. When he’s not working, you’ll find him traveling the back roads, taking pictures, and searching for the next dive diner. Favorite place to visit? That’s easy. Folly Beach, SC. He’s usually there at least a few times a year. He lives in North Augusta and on Saturdays in the fall, you’ll find him cooking out and watching his Clemson Tigers. Tee likes to write about travel, Augusta local dive bars and diners and destinations in the Carolinas, as well as new business.