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Graphite, Columbia, IL

Graphite

4.6 (81)
$31 to $50
American
306 S Main St, Columbia, IL 62236

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for groups
Consistently Exceptional and Always Evolving

Our menu features a blend of house favorites and exciting seasonal creations. Enjoy our signature dishes, crafted with care, alongside a rotating selection of seasonal specials that highlight the freshest local ingredients. Whether you're indulging in a classic favorite or a new innovation, we invite you to savor the best of both worlds.

Our team is dedicated to offering warm hospitality. Whether you're here for a special occasion or a casual meal, we are honored to serve you.

For Parties Exceeding 8 guests please email info@graphiterestaurant.com to reserve

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Columbia
  • Cross street
    Located right off Main Street!
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch

What 81 people are saying

Graphite reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Graphite offers a "beautiful atmosphere" and "wonderful service" with "delicious food" that guests rave about. With a "great atmosphere" and a menu featuring standout dishes like salmon, pork chops, and crème brûlée, it's a "highly recommend" choice for fine dining. Staff are "friendly," and the "ambiance relaxing and luxurious."
81 Reviews
  1. Brad

    St. Louis1 review

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    The steaks are smothered in sauces and butter to the point that it is hard to taste the steak. My ribeye was half rare half well. Broken silverware and missed items in the order. For a $50 steak price point it does not compete with other places

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  2. Jackie

    St. Louis1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s wonderful what they’ve done. I love that they’ve keep the “school” vibe in the hallways, and the interior of the restaurant was lovely. The food was amazing, and our server was knowledgeable, friendly, rarely seen, but was suddenly tableside when we needed something. It’s so nice to have an elevated dining experience in our area. I will definitely make return trips!!

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  3. tom

    St. Louis3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Restaurant was very good. Service was excellent. We will return

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  4. Debra

    St. Louis4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and atmosphere. Very relaxing dinner. We were lingering past hours and were not rushed. This is my 9th visit since I discovered Graphite in April.

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  5. Rhonda

    Caribbean1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was wonderful ! Service could have been better it was very slow.

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  6. Sharon

    St. Louis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was absolutely fantastic. The entertainers were so talented and the music was great. The service was perfect. Would definitely come back.

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  7. Ellen

    St. Louis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I live in Oakville and going to dinner is a challenge. Glad to see this restaurant open in Columbia. Beautiful atmosphere but the Entry was strange. Service was excellent. I had the salmon, it was delicious. I will definitely be going back.

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  8. Julianna VIP

    Austin4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was excellent, mocktail was very good too! A little loud cause we were seated near a private party and the partition between them did nothing to block noise. Would suggest something more permanent for a private room. Otherwise great experience. Our waitress Joy was so lovely!

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  9. Kohl

    St. Louis1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had quite a few minor mess ups during out meal. We were served the wrong drink, our appetizer came cold and our meal came with chicken when we verified twice with our waiter that it should not. These are easy mistakes that will get cleaned up as the kitchen staff finds their footing. Food wise: our appetizer, the roasted cauliflower was good. It could have used salt finisher as it was served, perhaps look into Maldon's flakey salt for visual and taste enhancers. House salad: visually it looked great. However, it only came with 2 slices of apple per dish. You could look to increase this as without the tartness of the apple, it is a bit bland. The figgs were a good touch but do not offer as much tartness as the apple. Additionally, you could look to use honeycrisps instead, which adds a hint of sweetness and delayed tartness which could work better with the overall taste of the dish. Perhaps you could play around with a raspberry vinegarette to add and/or experiment with adding small slices of strawberry to the salad. I think you would find for this to add a layer of visual pleasure and taste enhancers. The main plate of gnocchi was spectacular. There was however a few gnocchi that got an overwhelming amount of cheese on it. Ensure that the chefs take time to spread the cheese evenly and this dish will always have great reviews. Our dessert was the Crème brûlée. The overall dish was spectacular. Some people may agree or disagree that blueberries are good for it. Alternatively, try serving with with blackberries or more raspberries instead. The blue berries in the off season do not offer such an enhanced taste and visually look great. However, I think you could gain more reputation with the tartness a blackberry could bring to the dish.

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  10. Kim

    St. Louis5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful first experience. Delicious food served by friendly and caring staff. Next time may sit in bar area to catch a different vibe. Two large parties that evening made the energy high in our seating area. Will return again and enjoy other interesting items on your menu. Thanks, this area needs fine dining options like Graphite!

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FAQs

Graphite offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (618) 281-2000.

Graphite is rated 4.6 stars by 81 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Google Map for Graphite

306 S Main St, Columbia, IL 62236

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located right off Main Street!
  • Neighborhood
    Columbia
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch
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