Best Casual Restaurants in Columbia

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1. The Collective Offshore

4.4

Awesome(177)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Columbia

Booked 44 times today

The Collective, a local hospitality group, has brought two new concepts to life at the Columbia Lakefront. Offshore features innovative seasonal cuisine highlighting coastal flavors from Maine through the Carolinas. Guests enjoy the elevated casual ambience, delicious bites, carefully curated bar program, and sweeping views of Lake Kittamaqundi from the restaurant and outdoor patios. With a focus on community connectivity, detailed service and hospitality, Offshore brings a fresh take to this iconic location. Along with its sister live music and entertainment venue, Encore, The Collective anchors the rejuvenated Lakefront District in the heart of downtown Columbia.

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2. The Food Market - Columbia

4.7

Exceptional(2264)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 80 times today

The Food Market offers fine eating and pleasurable service from Chef Chad Gauss. The sister restaurant of The Food Market in Hampden. Up to par, down to earth experience driven comfort fo

3. Cured Tap & Table

4.6

Exceptional(1517)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 29 times today

CURED Table & Tap is an exciting new restaurant in Columbia, Maryland that brings back fond memories of the neighborhood corner bar and the relaxing atmosphere that is created when good friends, great drinks, and classic comfort foods come together.From the list of exceptional craft beers, to the creative cocktails, to the satisfying menu, CURED is all about crafting a laid back experience while still elevating the pairing of comfort food and thirst quenching drinks. Our goal is for every guest who visits us to feel as relaxed as if they were at their grandmother’s house (assuming their grandmother makes amazing craft cocktails and delicious food).So if you're looking for a great place to meet up with friends, heading to a concert at Merriweather Post Pavilion right next door, or looking for something uniquely different but still wonderfully familiar, we'll make sure to save you a seat.

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4. Medium Rare - Columbia, MD

4.3

Awesome(250)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Columbia

Booked 68 times today

A Diner's Choice Award winner for the last 12 years! Legendary Medium Rare offers a unique, prix fixe dinning experience of artisan bread; a mixed green salad; prime, dry-aged steak; and hand-cut fries (Vegetarian option always available) in a relaxed, fun, environment. Please allow us 15 minutes to seat you after your full party has arrived and after checkin at our host stand. As we do only one thing, we do our best to make the food and experience exceptional and also a good value. We also serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday's with a great prix fixe including French Toast, Steak and Eggs, Eggs Benedict and bottomless Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Screwdrivers. WALK INS and CALL AHEAD seating are always welcomed..

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5. Seasons 52 - Columbia

4.8

Exceptional(4296)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Columbia

Booked 86 times today

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Friday from 3-6PM.

6. 18th & 21st

4.8

Exceptional(1613)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Speakeasy • Columbia

Booked 29 times today

18th & 21st brings something fresh and classic to Columbia, Maryland. Named after the Constitutional Amendment that enacted Prohibition and then subsequent Amendment that repealed it, 18th & 21st promises to bring back a bygone era through an elevated, tailored evening experience. Our food and cocktails reflect the feel of prohibition supper clubs. This not to say we're stuck in the past, but rather that we try and emulate the style of that era. That means beautiful presentation, careful crafting, and perfect pairings to keep your night on beat. Combined with live music, this creates an unparalleled experience for the discerning and adventurous looking for a sophisticated evening. Due to the nature of the experience at 18th & 21st we request that all diners be over the age of eighteen.

7. lāk Columbia

4.4

Awesome(252)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Columbia

Booked 17 times today

Experience the area’s newest go-to fine dining and afterparty destination. Its lakeshore setting and fashionable atmosphere are ready to welcome locals and visitors alike.

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8. Glenwood's - Stanford Grill: Columbia

4.7

Exceptional(8246)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Columbia

Booked 137 times today

Glenwood’s – Columbia, by Blueridge Restaurant Group, delivers upscale dining with chef-prepared American cuisine, bold flavors, and live jazz nightly. Formerly Stanford Grill, the restaurant was renamed to Glenwood’s to create a trademarked brand for expansion beyond Maryland. Every dish is thoughtfully made from scratch using the freshest ingredients, showcasing our commitment to quality and flavor. Guests enjoy a warm, energetic atmosphere with exceptional service driven by a knowledgeable team approach and meticulous attention to detail.Glenwood’s Columbia also features elegant private dining spaces for special occasions and business events, as well as a beautifully designed outdoor patio, perfect for al fresco meals and evening cocktails. Whether you’re joining us for dinner, drinks, or live music, Glenwood’s – Columbia is your go-to destination for elevated American dining in a relaxed yet refined setting.

9. The Turn House

4.4

Awesome(1915)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Columbia

Booked 40 times today

The Turn House offers a fresh take on contemporary American cuisine with subtle French inspiration. This spring, enjoy vibrant seasonal dishes crafted from locally sourced ingredients in a setting that’s as beautiful as the food. Dine indoors in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere or take in the gorgeous golf course views and unforgettable sunsets from our scenic patio. Join us for lunch or dinner throughout the week, or stop by for brunch on Saturdays and Sundays—there’s always something delicious waiting for you.

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10. Iron Bridge Wine Company - Columbia

4.7

Exceptional(5436)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Columbia

Booked 35 times today

Top notch restaurant and wine bar featuring a 35+ wine-by-the-glass offering, wine tasting flights, a full service restaurant highlighting farm to table cuisine, as well as a boutique retail wine shop that boasts a collection of small production wines from around the world. A full bar with signature cocktails using house made infusions and bottled beers are also available.

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Kirsten
Baltimore / Maryland •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had the best time! Jeffery our waiter went above and beyond and made our night! Extraordinary service and food.
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The Food Market - ColumbiaPrice: Moderate• American• Columbia
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4.7
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Bethany
Baltimore / Maryland •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
As always great service, waitress was just the right amount of attentive, our bottomless never bottom out! We go to brunch here quite frequently, the food is good, service is great, nice chill casual atmosphere.
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Cured Tap & TablePrice: Moderate• American• Columbia
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4.6
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NicholasVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Awesome, great food, service. Arian made date night very special with my wife! Thank you
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The Collective OffshorePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Columbia
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4.4
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Kevin
Baltimore / Maryland •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 29, 2025
Great service, food was on point and wine was decently sourced! Great experience overall.
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Medium Rare - Columbia, MDPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Columbia
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4.3
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Chris
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 28, 2025
I made an Open Table reservation for a wonderful lunch with friends and family following my daughter's high school graduation. The food, service and atmosphere were all wonderful and made the occasion feel like a home holiday meal with family. The menu variety and quality of food at Seasons 52 never ceases to amaze!
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Seasons 52 - ColumbiaPrice: Expensive• American• Columbia
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4.8

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