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- CPCoryP1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoHighly recommend! We are new to SC and it’s been hard to find a place where the food and service are both great. The food was amazing and the staff was phenomenal. We will definitely be returning.More infoBlue Marlin$$$$• Low Country• Columbia•4.6
- OTOpenTable DinerNorthwest Florida •2 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoWe visited for our anniversary dinner and it did not disappoint. Food was outstanding as well as the service! Would absolutely recommend a visit.More infoMotor Supply Company Bistro$$$$• Contemporary American• Columbia•4.8
- KKrissySouth Carolina •1 review4.0Dined 3 days agoMy wife and I enjoyed ourselves. Isiah our waiter was very attentive and friendly. The food was tasty, and priced reasonably. The atmosphere was great. Very cool looking place.More infoBoku- Columbia$$$$• Asian• Columbia•4.3
- CChelsea1 review5.0Dined on May 19, 2023Super cute place. Amazing cocktails. Wonderful food. Attentive service. Upset I found this gem late but I will definitely be going back a bunch to try more of the menu.More infoKao Thai Cuisine$$$$• Thai• Columbia•4.6
- DLDLockNew York / Tri-State Area •42 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023The food quality speaks well for itself. But, the service was 2nd to none. Our server Trey was just the perfect mix of attentive, pleasant, and engaging. And, he was well supported by the supplemental staff. Very highly recommended.More infoRuth's Chris Steak House - Columbia$$$$• Steakhouse• Columbia•4.3
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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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Dog friendly restaurants in Columbia include The Venue, Blue Marlin and Motor Supply Company Bistro
Child friendly restaurants in Columbia include California Dreaming-Columbia, Angell Bros. 1801 Grille and Rioz Brazilian Steakhouse - Columbia