Restaurants near Clemson University Sandhill Experiment Station

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1. Blue Fin - Columbia

4.1

Excellent(691)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Low Country • Columbia

Booked 3 times today

Blue Fin brings the taste of Charleston to Columbia with a Metropolitan flair. With an upscale casual atmosphere, Blue Fin can accommodate any occasion from the everyday to special nights out.

2. Sumo Steakhouse

4.3

Awesome(25)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Hibachi • Columbia

Booked 7 times today

Elevate your dining experience with “Dinner and Show” at Sumo Japanese Steakhouse located in Columbia, SC. Our masterfully skilled Hibachi chefs, offers a sizzling teppanyaki dining experience. Our chefs are Renowned for their culinary expertise, not only prepare delectable dishes but also deliver an engaging and entertaining culinary presentation. Indulge in a feast for the senses as you watch our chefs showcase their precision and flair right before your eyes. From the sizzling sounds of fresh ingredients on the grill to the dazzling display of knife skills and flame artistry, every moment is designed to delight and entertain. Join us for an unforgettable dining adventure where exquisite flavors meet spectacular entertainment.

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3. Red Lobster - Columbia - Two Notch Rd.

3.7

Very Good(22)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Columbia

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

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4. California Dreaming - Columbia - Priority Seating

4.3

Awesome(2738)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 69 times today

Located in downtown Columbia, SC, inside the historic 1902 Union Station, California Dreaming welcomes guests with its vibrant and inviting atmosphere. The restaurant's floor-to-ceiling windows offer a picturesque view of the rail tracks, stretching from the inactive platform to the main terminal. Paired with our hearty, made-from-scratch menu, it's no wonder California Dreaming has been a beloved local institution since 1984. Open for lunch and dinner daily, including online ordering with curbside pickup.Celebrating 40 years, California Dreaming has been a valued part of the Columbia community. Union Station, its historic home, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.**We provide Advance Priority Seating to reduce wait times and expedite the seating process when your entire party arrives. To ensure the best experience for all guests, we seat groups of up to 8. While larger groups are seated separately, this arrangement is flexible during quieter hours.

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5. Tupelo Honey - Columbia

4.6

Exceptional(220)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Columbia

Booked 87 times today

Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Always scratch-made, always responsibly-soured, and always Southern.If you do not see your desired party size or time available please see our website for additional reservation availability. https://tupelohoneycafe.com/location/frisco/reservations/

6. Saluda's

4.8

Exceptional(4164)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 21 times today

Located in the heart of Five Points, just steps from the University of South Carolina’s campus and less than a mile from the state capitol building, Saluda’s has been impressing Columbia residents and visitors since it opened to much fanfare in 1996. Saluda's has created an exciting menu intermingling classically prepared dishes with cutting edge techniques and ingredients. Saluda's menu is built around mixing locally grown seasonal products with luxurious ingredients from around the world. Saluda's features Southern cuisine with French and Italian influences to create a menu both familiar and new. Our professional and courteous staff serves all of our guests with true Southern hospitality.

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7. Prohibition - Columbia

4.4

Awesome(183)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Columbia

Booked 15 times today

Prohibition Columbia opened in the spring of 2024 and is brought to you by the same team behind Prohibition Charleston, which opened in 2014, and Repeal 33 in historic Savannah, Georgia. While many of the food and drink items can be found at all three locations, special considerations have been made to tailor a unique experience in each city.As part of the ever-growing Main Street District, Prohibition brings innovative cocktails, eclectic cuisine, and live music to the heart of Soda City.

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8. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Columbia

4.4

Awesome(2915)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Columbia

Booked 23 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House serves the finest aged, corn-fed USDA Prime beef. Broiled in a trademark 1,800° oven & served on a plate heated to 500 degrees, your steak is presented sizzling hot at your table.Additionally, the menu includes select fresh seafood & other meat entrees, including seasonal specialties like foie gras, buffalo strip & scallops. A variety of fresh-cooked vegetables, including seven kinds of potatoes, salads, homemade desserts & an extensive selection of over 100 domestic & imported wines complete your dining experience. Ruth's Chris never fails to please!

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9. MOA Korean BBQ & Bar - Columbia

4.8

Exceptional(277)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Columbia

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to MOA, downtown Columbia's exclusive destination for authentic Korean BBQ dining. Our upscale establishment prides itself on delivering an unforgettable culinary experience, where the vibrant flavors of traditional Korean cuisine meet the highest quality ingredients, including our signature dry-aged beef. Sit back and relax as our dedicated service team expertly handles the grilling for your table, ensuring every bite is perfection. Join us for a memorable dining adventure at the only Korean BBQ restaurant in downtown Columbia, where every moment is filled with warmth, flavor, and genuine hospitality.

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10. Iron Hill Brewery - Columbia, SC

4.2

Awesome(472)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 9 times today

Welcome to Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, where you'll find fine handcrafted beers, creative yet informal cuisine, and friendly, attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere.

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Jennifer
South Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great food and service! My husband had the filet and I the ribeye, both were cooked perfectly, and seasoned perfectly! Our son loved his fries and burger, sometimes children meals are treated as after thoughts, this was not. Entire meal and service was wonderful!
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Blue Fin - ColumbiaPrice: Moderate• Low Country• Columbia
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4.1
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MarilynVIP
Southwest Florida •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Love She Crab soup and California Dreaming salad !!!
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California Dreaming - Columbia - Priority SeatingPrice: Moderate• American• Columbia
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4.3
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Charles
South Carolina •1 review
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Cook was entertaining, food was good. Price was average. We were a party of 6 and the restaurant charges a "service fee" of 18% for parties of 5 or more. Besides the fact that this is IRRITATING, they lost at least 2% by REQUIRING this because I routinely tip AT LEAST 20%
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Sumo SteakhousePrice: Moderate• Hibachi• Columbia
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4.3
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Doug
Columbus •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Good overall and I’d go back. The fried green tomatoes were great.
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Tupelo Honey - ColumbiaPrice: Moderate• Southern• Columbia
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4.6
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J. Derrick
South Carolina •27 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
The service and wait was fast. The waitress was great and the food was even better. I was impressed.
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Red Lobster - Columbia - Two Notch Rd.Price: Moderate• Seafood• Columbia
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3.7

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