Eating in the South is a way of life, and Columbia does it well. From Southern comfort foods to trendy food truck fare, there are many unique dining options throughout the region. Make your choice of meals and entertainment from fine dining, locally owned eateries, national franchises, lively cafes -- or even a diner as seen on TV on Food Network's "Diners, Drive-ins & Dives" with celebrity chef Guy Fieri.
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Bring a gang and laugh out loud! The Comedy Zone 1615 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201 Columbia's Hottest New Entertainment!A new Headline and Feature Act every Saturday 2 Show times of 8:00p.m. &...More
Specializing in innovative seafood dishes with a Lowcountry flair, Blue Marlin also serves hand-cut steaks, fire-roasted chicken and pasta dishes. Shrimp and Grits is a customer favorite and the...More
Voted Best Frozen Yogurt 2 Years in a row by readers of Free Times. Self-Serve Premium Frozen Yogurt & Smoothies, Fresh Fruit Toppings, Coffee, Frappes. Over 70 rotating nonfat, lowfat, dairy-free and...More
Carolina’s Restaurant and Lounge is located on the hotel property and is a full service facility. We have a full breakfast buffet everyday and a lunch buffet that is famous throughout...More
Italian fine dining since 1979. The executive chef uses an Old World style that is influenced greatly by his grandmother’s cooking. Their lobster bisque is served with a popular puff pastry dome that...More
This Vista West café has as much fun naming its dishes ("Hangover Hashbrowns,” “Heart Attack Wrap”) as it does hand crafting its desserts and breads. The casual, Bohemian style restaurant offers...More
Located in a historic railroad station, California Dreaming opened in 1984 and ever since has been a popular destination for businesspeople as well as students and faculty from nearby USC. Serves...More
The restaurant delivers what its name promises – succulent baby back ribs and great wings, served with a wide variety of sauce options. Portions are generous and can be washed down with one of the...More
A stone's throw from Maxcy Gregg park, DiPrato's brings a New York attitude to its gourmet deli selections. The executive chef emphasizes large, thick sandwiches like the triple-decker corned beef...More
First-rate barbecue buffet with the best fried chicken in town. It is honestly that good. Also features delicious catfish bites. Order off the menu for tailgating or simply to take home some quality...More
Aircraft-themed decor with an extensive collection of military memorabilia and photographs. Menu ranges from burgers and sandwiches to ribs, pizza and Greek specialties.
If you want great seafood in a casual atmosphere reminiscent of the beach stop by Gilligan's in Lexington. Specials Kids Night - Monday through Wednesday! Kids 10 & under receive a FREE kid's...More
Innovative American cuisine with seasonal menu changes, featuring fresh seafood, hand-cut steaks, lamb, duck, veal, accommodating and professional service all taking place in an urban cool space below...More
Bring the whole gang out to Hudson's Smokehouse on Hwy 378 for mouth watering menu items and irresistible side dishes. There is something for everyone at our family restaurant, whether...More
Bring the whole gang out to Hudson's Smokehouse at 931 Two Notch Road for mouth watering menu items and irresistible side dishes. There is something for everyone at our family...More
Come and enjoy an authentic Italian experience in our welcoming dining room, or enjoy our courtyard open air “al fresco” dining. We look forward to seeing you!
J Gumbo's is now serving up Louisiana recipee Cajun style cooking at the corner of Washington and Sumter streets. While Cajun food is typically known for being hot and spicy, the truth is that Cajun...More
Jillian’s is designed for eating, drinking and mingling, with plenty of visual stimulus from 15 TV monitors and 13 big-screen TVs. The menu includes appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, pizza, soups,...More
Judy’s at the Market serves comfort food at its finest. Our motto of “fresh, healthy, local” is reflected in everything we do, from our hand-battered fried okra to our top-quality...More
Welcome to Marinoni's Restaurant and Pizzeria offering fresh, homemade food made daily for the entire family in a friendly atmosphere. Although most consider us a brick oven pizza restaurant, we have...More
Opening soon
A regional hippie-themed pizza chain serving gourmet, hand-tossed pies, calzones, hoagies and salads. All with fresh ingredients. Pizza toppings range from jerk chicken and pineapple to plain-old...More
The Menkoi Ramen House is located in the heart of the historic congaree vista, just minutes from a slew of other restaurants and shopping. A genuine taste of Japanese ramen, this noodle house offers...More
Asia is a continent of many different peoples and cultures, and its cooking offers an equally enormous diversity. Asian cuisine is fresh, colorful, and always aromatic. The resturants of the Miyo's...More
Old Mill Brewpub recently opened in the former Cotton Grill location at the historic Old Mill in downtown Lexington. The brewing equipment is due to arrive in June 2013, but the 24 current craft...More
Qdoba Mexican Grill is not your typical fast-casual restaurant. We’re an artisanal Mexican kitchen where anyone can go to enjoy a fast, handcrafted meal prepared with fresh ingredients and innovative...More
Qdoba Mexican Grill is not your typical fast-casual restaurant. We’re an artisanal Mexican kitchen where anyone can go to enjoy a fast, handcrafted meal prepared with fresh ingredients and innovative...More
The original Quaker Steak & Lube® was founded in 1974 and built in an abandoned gas station in Sharon, Pennsylvania. Commonly referred to as “The Lube,” the restaurant features a...More
The Roof Top Lounge offers an unbeatable view of Columbia and a trendy assortment of drinks and literally a breath of fresh air. Private functions available for up to 50 people.
Known for its huge half-pound burgers - topped with chili, Cajun spices, jalapeños or other toppings - this relaxed Five Points staple also offers wraps, salads and sandwiches. Draws a diverse crowd...More
Sandy's is a local landmark in Columbia, SC that has been selling Hot Dogs and gourmet Ice Cream since 1979. We offer you two sizes of Hot Dogs: the Regular 1/8 lb. or the Super 1/4 lb. We will make a...More
From the people who bring you Mr. Friendly's and Gervais & Vine comes an upscale dining experience with such dishes as their Seared Diver Scallops, Smoked Oyster Stew, Sesame-Ginger Tuna Tartare,...More
Model of corporate responsibility to some, poster child of reckless homogenization to others, no one can argue that Starbucks is a successful company. Serves a rotating list of coffees with such...More
Coming soon the the Midlands!
Located on the corner of Main and Gervais Streets, The Oak Table offers guests a menu of classic, American cuisine served in a captivating space that highlights the best of both contemporary and...More
Tony & Elizabeth Tonelis invite you to join in on an extraordinary dining experience that is sure to entice the palate.
Monday - Friday Happy Hour 3 - 7 pmTuesdays 25% off Bottle of WineWednesdays 1/2 price MartinisFridays Live Entertainment...More
First opened in Hilton Head, SC, Wild Wing Cafe has become a regional icon on the strength of its 30-plus wing flavors like Jalapeno Cheddar and Wild West. The extensive menu offers a...More
World of Beer proudly offers over 500 different beers for your drinking pleasure.
Fresh strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, and other fruits are available year-round at yogen früz. The menu includes “ü serve” yogurt sold by the ounce with a choice of toppings. Also offered are “nü...More
Locally owned and operated, Za's open-faced kitchen and energetic staff delivers more than a dozen signature pizzas as well as soups, salads, sandwiches, pastas and nightly specials. Specialty pies...More
Proprietor Adam Huneau's first restaurant is sure to wow taste buds with his authentic Italian cuisine comprised of recipes that have been pulled from the pages of his family's cookbook. Named after...More
Brixx Wood Fired Pizza is a fun, friendly neighborhood restaurant that serves the best brick-oven pizzas around! Brixx also offers a fine selection of signature sandwiches, pastas, salads and desserts...More
Opened by the brother of the owner of the Mediterranean Tea Room in Shandon, the Mediterranean Café brings the same authentic and reasonably priced cuisine to Lexington. The menu includes Greek salad,...More
An early pioneer of dining in the Vista, Motor Supply's eclectic menu reflects a classic bistro mentality and changes every day and every night. Upbeat, cosmopolitan atmosphere and excellent food....More
Bowl is a fusion of Chinese, Thai and Japanese cuisine that is sure to satisfy just about any palate and wallet. The Asian restaurant opened September 3, 2008 in Lexington as the latest extension...More
Offers a vast array of combination and specialty platters. Happy Hour and lunch specials also available. Full bar and large patio. Locally owned and operated.
Model of corporate responsibility to some, poster child of reckless homogenization to others, no one can argue that Starbucks is a successful company. Serves a rotating list of coffees with such...More
Model of corporate responsibility to some, poster child of reckless homogenization to others, no one can argue that Starbucks is a successful company. Serves a rotating list of coffees with such...More
Model of corporate responsibility to some, poster child of reckless homogenization to others, no one can argue that Starbucks is a successful company. Serves a rotating list of coffees with such...More
Model of corporate responsibility to some, poster child of reckless homogenization to others, no one can argue that Starbucks is a successful company. Serves a rotating list of coffees with such...More
Model of corporate responsibility to some, poster child of reckless homogenization to others, no one can argue that Starbucks is a successful company. Serves a rotating list of coffees with such...More
Model of corporate responsibility to some, poster child of reckless homogenization to others, no one can argue that Starbucks is a successful company. Serves a rotating list of coffees with such...More
Model of corporate responsibility to some, poster child of reckless homogenization to others, no one can argue that Starbucks is a successful company. Serves a rotating list of coffees with such...More
The buffet at this elegant but casual Asian restaurant is enormously popular, especially on weekends, but menu items like Mussaman Curry and Thai Style Shrimp Scampi make choosing difficult. Factor in...More
Tin Roof is now open in the Vista! Great food & cool tunes make The Roof the place to be for lunch, dinner, happy hour, and those late nights in Columbia!
The Tipsy Toad Tavern delivers on its effort to be a local pub in the most traditional sense while also acknowledging its proximity to Lake Murray with a seafood-heavy menu that far eclipses the...More
Tsunami is an authentic Japanese sushi restaurant and bar where providing an exceptional dining experience is our priority. The freshest ingredients ensure exquisite meals from the fun, creative...More
Tsunami is an authentic Japanese sushi restaurant and bar where providing an exceptional dining experience is our priority. The freshest ingredients ensure exquisite meals from the fun, creative...More
As the name implies, this place is all about the sandwiches, with more than 50 from which to choose. Categories are simple: turkey, chicken, ham and pork, beef, vegetarian, Italian, "classics"...More
As the name implies, this place is all about the sandwiches, with more than 50 from which to choose. Categories are simple: turkey, chicken, ham and pork, beef, vegetarian, Italian, "classics"...More
Mouth-watering lunch specials accent a menu that is complemented by gut-busting appetizers such as the potato cakes and chili cheese fries. Come hungry, because the portions are aplenty. If you’re...More
Mouth-watering lunch specials accent a menu that is complemented by gut-busting appetizers such as the potato cakes and chili cheese fries. Come hungry, because the portions are aplenty. If you’re...More