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- AAnthonySouth Carolina •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoNo restaurant is perfect. However, I have only ever had 5 star service and food at Saluda's. Tonight, our server Nancy did an amazing job. This is a must experience in Columbia, in my opinion. The value for your money is frankly hard to believe. Don't hesitate.More infoSaluda'sPrice: Moderate• American• Columbia•4.8
- SSkylarSouth Carolina •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoThis was such a wonderful experience ! The food was delicious (we loved the lamb chops and the Picanha were to die for ) and HOT! The servers and meat carvers were so pleasant and made the experience great! The side and salad bar were great-we just wished there was a bit more variety ! Overall it was an amazing experience !More infoCowboy Brazilian Steakhouse - ColumbiaPrice: Expensive• Brazilian Steakhouse• Columbia•4.5
- OTOpenTable DinerSouth Carolina •7 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoExcellent dinner. Food was delicious and cooked expertly. Manager always stops by to verify a pleasant and positive experience. Very enjoyable evening.More infoMOA Korean BBQ & Bar - ColumbiaPrice: Expensive• Asian• Columbia•4.8
- CCassieSouth Carolina •11 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoTonight we celebrated two friend’s birthdays at Prohibition. It was our first time here and the experience did not disappoint. The atmosphere was rustic, inviting and very clean. There are two large sitting areas and plenty of room at the bar while you’re waiting on a table (if you don’t have reservations). The manager, bartender and our server (Katie)were all very friendly and knowledgeable of the menu. We had the cherry sour, old fashion and carolina wren. This is a tapas style restaurant. We shared the charred wings, shrimp fried rice, Brussel sprouts and the pierogies. All phenomenal. For dessert we had the lemon poundcake. We enjoyed our experience tonight and will definitely return!More infoProhibition - ColumbiaPrice: Expensive• American• Columbia•4.4
- RRussellSouth Carolina •1 review5.0Dined on Nov 4, 2024Excellent food, service and location. I will be a repeat customer.More infoKao Thai CuisinePrice: Expensive• Thai• Columbia•4.6
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Situated smack-dab in the Midlands of South Carolina, Columbia is the state capital and home of the University of South Carolina. A diverse community with a distinctive Southern flair, Columbia possesses a wide variety of dining options. From easy-going barbecue shacks to countless ethnic eateries, there is truly something for everyone. And don’t forget about the formidable fine-dining scene. Best bets? For something casual, stop off at a college pub, grab a handful of boiled peanuts and sink your teeth into a pimento cheese burger. Looking for something more upscale? Go downtown, pick out a trendy eatery and order a plate of locally sourced shrimp and grits. If you have room, seek out a big piece of bourbon cream pie.
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Child friendly restaurants in Columbia include California Dreaming - Columbia - Priority Seating, Braza Do Sul Brazilian Steakhouse (formerly Rioz) and Blue Marlin