Best restaurants near me in Lake Murray of Richland, SC

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A photo of Braza Do Sul Brazilian Steakhouse (formerly Rioz) restaurant

1. Braza Do Sul Brazilian Steakhouse (formerly Rioz)

4.6

Exceptional(1137)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Columbia

Booked 42 times today

Welcome to Braza do Sul Brazilian Steakhouse, we look forward to seeing you soonStep into a world of culinary excellence at our amazing Brazilian Steakhouse! 🥩✨ Immerse yourself in Brazil's vibrant flavors and traditions as our skilled chefs serve up a feast for your senses.Savor the succulent cuts of perfectly grilled meats, from tender sirloin to juicy lamb chops, brought directly to your table on skewers. Each bite is a symphony of smoky, savory goodness, expertly seasoned and cooked to perfection.But our Brazilian steakhouse is not just about the meats—it's a celebration of flavors and textures. Indulge in a colorful array of fresh salads, exotic side dishes, and traditional Brazilian specialties like feijoada and pão de queijo.Brazil's signature cocktail. With impeccable service and a lively atmosphere, our Brazilian steakhouse promises an unforgettable dining experience that will leave you returning for more.🍷🔥

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2. Bistro on the Boulevard

4.8

Exceptional(859)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Irmo

Booked 27 times today

Exciting New American Restaurant & Full Bar featuring casual neighborhood atmosphere. FRESH FOOD PREPARED FROM SCRATCH. And nightly Chef Specials too!Large covered patio for outdoor seating. Various Live Entertainment on Weekends, Thursday Night Live Jazz, Trivia Tuesdays!

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3. Travinia Italian Kitchen - Lexington

4.6

Exceptional(811)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lexington

Our restaurant has something for everyone. We boast a creative menu of both Italian and American dishes, sure to satisfy any palate. Everything we provide is handmade by master cooks who have years of experience blending spices, flavors, and high-quality ingredients together. We constantly push the boundaries of Italian cuisine to find new, innovative dishes that our customers will enjoy. Only the freshest ingredients pass our standards here. We build our dishes from top-quality fruits, vegetables, and meat. Whether you’re craving a juicy steak, crisp salad, or fresh seafood, rest assured that you’ll be delighted. And we also offer many gluten-free options! Thanks to years of culinary innovation and hard work, our restaurant stands at the forefront of fine dining in Lexington. Visit us today and see what makes us stand out. Check out our weekly specials and drop by for Happy Hour every 4 - 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.

4. Blue Marlin

4.5

Awesome(4241)

Price: Moderate

• Low Country • Columbia

Booked 59 times today

Welcome to the Blue Marlin Restaurant, proudly serving "A Taste of the Southern Low Country," located in Columbia South Carolina's thriving Congaree Vista District. Stretching from Savannah to the South, and Georgetown to the North, the Low Country is resplendent with the bounties of the sea and coastal marshlands. Succulent shrimp, oysters, crabs, crawfish and catfish abound. Lush greens, corn, rice and ripe red tomatoes are plentiful. Low Country cuisine brings all of this food together in a sumptuous array of unique and distinctive dishes.

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5. The Melting Pot - Columbia SC

4.8

Exceptional(1202)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Columbia

Booked 46 times today

Experience a new way to dine when you make The Melting Pot in Columbia your next dinner destination. From the first bite of our delicious artisan cheeses, to the last bite of our decadent chocolate fondues, you will know you have made the right decision! Whether you want to have the full four-course adventure or you are in the mood for perfectly crafted cocktails and cheese fondue, you can find what you crave on our tables. Our friendly staff specializes in creating your perfect night out. Come join us today at The Melting Pot.

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6. Motor Supply Company Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(3899)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Columbia

Booked 27 times today

Located in the historic Congaree Vista Motor Supply has been serving progressive, New World cuisine using classic French culinary techniques for over 20 years. The menu features contemporary New American cuisine, with nods to Creole, Cajun, New Southern, French, Italian and Asian cuisine. We are Columbia's foremost "farm to fork" restaurant, working with local, sustainable farms for produce, meats, SC seafood and more. Seafood is caught off of the Carolina coast, and all of our stocks, sauces and desserts are made on site, including our charcuterie, with house-made sausages, bacon, country pate, and rillettes, all the way down to the pickles and mustard. Our early 19th century, solid-oak bar with marble columns, imported from Europe, serves 180+ fine wines, an extensive list of imported, domestic and local craft beers, as well as an artisan farm-to-shaker cocktail list made from house-infused liquors, handmade bitters, barrel-aged spirits and locally-sourced ingredients and garnishes.

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7. California Dreaming - Columbia - Priority Seating

4.2

Awesome(2399)

Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 97 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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8. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Columbiana Station

4.2

Awesome(222)

Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 9 times today

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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9. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Columbia

4.3

Awesome(2712)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Columbia

Booked 36 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!

10. Saluda's

4.8

Exceptional(3919)

Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 35 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.