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Restaurants
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.
Begin your search below, browsing Columbia, SC restaurants by cuisine, price range or location. Use the advanced search to locate restaurants with free wifi, outdoor dining, private meeting space and more. Find restaurants nearby on our mobile site at experiencecolumbia.mobi.
Blue Marlin Steaks & Seafood
- 1200 Lincoln Street
- Columbia, SC 29201
- Phone: (803) 799-3838
- Region: Columbia City Center
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
The Comedy Zone at the Clarion Hotel Downtown
- 1615 Gervais Street
- Columbia, SC 29201
- Phone: (803) 744-7786
- Region: Columbia City Center
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
Carolina's Restaurant at Clarion Hotel Downtown
- 1615 Gervais Street
- Columbia, SC 29201
- Phone: (803) 771-8711
- Region: Columbia City Center
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
Al's Upstairs
- 304 Meeting Street
- West Columbia, SC 29169
- Phone: (803) 794-7404
- Region: West Columbia/ Cayce/Airport
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
California Dreaming
- 401 South Main Street
- Columbia, SC 29201
- Phone: (803) 254-6767
- Region: Columbia City Center
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
Carolina Wings & Rib House Lexington
- 105 Northpoint Drive
- Lexington, SC 29072
- Phone: (803) 356-6244
- Region: Lexington County
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
Carolina Wings & Rib House Red Bank - Lexington
- 1767-E South Lake Drive
- Lexington, SC 29073
- Phone: (803) 808-0488
- Region: Lexington County
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
Carolina Wings & Rib House: NE
- 2000-18 Clemson Road
- Columbia, SC 29229
- Phone: (803) 419-0022
- Region: Richland NE & Ft. Jackson
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
Cellar on Greene
- 2001-D Greene Street
- Columbia, SC 29205
- Phone: (803) 343-3303
- Region: Columbia City Center
Cellar on Greene is Columbia's first and only Wine Shop by day, Wine Bar by night. During daytime hours, Cellar sells an eclectic array of wines from around the world. The shop is full of great...More
Doc's Barbeque and Southern Buffet
- 1601 Shop Road
- Suite G
- Columbia, SC 29201
- Phone: (803) 799-1532
- Region: Columbia City Center
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
Flight Deck Restaurant
- 109-A Old Chapin Road
- Shoppes at Flight Deck
- Lexington, SC 29072
- Phone: (803) 957-5990
- Region: Lexington County
Aircraft-themed decor with an extensive collection of military memorabilia and photographs. Menu ranges from burgers and sandwiches to ribs, pizza and Greek specialties.
J Gumbo's
- 1401 Sumter Street
- Columbia, SC 29201
- Phone: (803) 748-8878
- Region: Columbia City Center
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
- 800 Gervais Street
- Columbia, SC 29201
- Phone: (803) 779-7789
- Region: Columbia City Center
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
- 322 Little Brooke Lane
- West Columbia, SC 29172
- Phone: (803) 509-5641
- Region: Lexington County
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
Let's Cook Culinary Studio
- 1305 Assembley Street
- Columbia, SC 29201
- Phone: (803) 348-5874
- Region: Columbia City Center
Let's Cook Culinary Studio strives to share 3 points with all that attend a class. They are for you to Learn, Taste and Experience cooking with professional chefs. We are planning a great class...More
Lizard's Thicket - Beltline
- 402 Beltline Boulevard
- Columbia, SC 29205
- Phone: (803) 738-0006
Located at 402 Beltline Boulevard, one of 14 locations throughout the area. Regional, southern-style country cooking serving breakfast, lunch and supper. Voted "Best in State Country Cooking and...More
Lizard's Thicket - Blythewood
- 711-1 University Village Drive
- Blythewood, SC 29016
- Phone: (803) 451-8400
Located in Blythewood, one of 14 locations throughout the area. Regional, southern-style country cooking serving breakfast, lunch and supper. Voted "Best in State Country Cooking and Family...More
Lizard's Thicket - Cayce
- 501 Knox Abbott Drive
- Cayce, SC 29033
- Phone: (803) 791-0314
Located in Cayce, one of 14 locations throughout the area. Regional, southern-style country cooking serving breakfast, lunch and supper. Voted "Best in State Country Cooking and Family Restaurant" 25...More
Lizard's Thicket - Downtown
- 818 Elmwood Avenue
- Columbia, SC 29201
- Phone: (803) 779-6407
Located on Elmwood Avenue, one of 14 locations throughout the area. Regional, southern-style country cooking serving breakfast, lunch and supper. Voted "Best in State Country Cooking and Family...More
Lizard's Thicket - Forest Acres
- 3147 Forest Drive
- Columbia, SC 29204
- Phone: (803) 787-8781
Located on Forest Drive, one of 14 locations throughout the area. Regional, southern-style country cooking serving breakfast, lunch and supper. Voted "Best in State Country Cooking and Family...More
Lizard's Thicket - Irmo
- 7569 St. Andrews Road
- Irmo, SC 29063
- Phone: (803) 732-1225
Located in Irmo, one of 14 locations throughout the area. Regional, southern-style country cooking serving breakfast, lunch and supper. Voted "Best in State Country Cooking and Family Restaurant" 25...More
Lizard's Thicket - Lexington
- 621 West Main Street
- Lexington, SC 29072
- Phone: (803) 951-3555
Located at 621 West Main Street in Lexington, one of 14 locations throughout the area. Regional, southern-style country cooking serving breakfast, lunch and supper. Voted "Best in State Country...More
Lizard's Thicket - Lexington
- 4616 Augusta Road
- Lexington, SC 29073
- Phone: (803) 785-5560
Located at 4616 Augusta Road in Lexington, one of 14 locations throughout the area. Regional, southern-style country cooking serving breakfast, lunch and supper. Voted "Best in State Country Cooking...More
Lizard's Thicket - Northeast
- 10170 Two Notch Road
- Columbia, SC 29229
- Phone: (803) 419-5662
Located at 10170 Two Notch Road, one of 14 locations throughout the area. Regional, southern-style country cooking serving breakfast, lunch and supper. Voted "Best in State Country Cooking and Family...More
