Courtney’s BBQ in Clover, S.C., suffered a porch fire around 2 a.m. on Saturday, March 7, 2026, but owners “Big Guy and Mama” declared “the show must go on” and reopened at regular hours.
Fire Details
Clover Police alerted the owners after a Good Samaritan spotted flames; Clover and Bethel Fire Departments traced it to a cigarette butt in a flower pot at 1166 Highway 55 E. No injuries occurred, and the restaurant stayed operational despite past incidents like a car crashing through the door.
Restaurant Background
Founded in 1999 by Gene and Janice Courtney with their daughters, it’s Clover’s first brewery featuring on-site craft beer, smoked BBQ (pork, brisket, ribs), seafood, and more, seating over 140 after expansions. Open Tue-Sat 11:30 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun until 5:30 p.m. (closed Mon).
