Top 10 restaurants in Columbia, United States

April 15, 2018 Moriah Teneyck

Columbia is South Carolina's capital and home to the University of South Carolina. Along Columbia's wide avenues are historic sites ranging from an antebellum mansion to the former home of a slave who bought her freedom, plus museums, galleries, music venues, theaters and shops. Columbia's three rivers, lake, canal, national park and several city parks offer opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Among the kid-pleasing destinations are a zoo and the largest children's museum in the south.
Things to do in Columbia

1. Alodia's

2736 N Lake Dr, Columbia, SC 29212-8733 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards Italian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch SGD 13 - SGD 39 +1 803-781-9814
Excellent
81%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1 reviews

Alodia's

In order to provide the best and most efficient service possible, we will no longer be accepting standard reservations or call-ahead seating. This new policy will help us ensure that we can accommodate all of our loyal guests in the most efficient way possible. We will continue to honor limited reservations as part of our VIP membership program. We look forward to seeing you at the restaurant and creating new memories with you and your family. Adam and Betsy Huneau, owners *********** Alodia's Cucina Italiana is a restaurant born from the love of an Italian family. Proprietor Adam Huneau's first restaurant is sure to wow taste buds with his authentic Italian Cuisine comprised of recipes that have been pulled from the pages of his family's cookbook. Named after his Great-Grandmother, Alodia's fare and ambiance resounds with the smells and tastes of Old Italy. Fresh sauces and homemade pastas are the foundation of the menu that brought generations together. Adam is devoted to making his restaurant as inviting and warm as his own family's kitchen. It was the love of food and family that allowed Alodia to cook for her nine children, even through the struggles of the Great Depression and World War II. It was her food that strengthened her children, but it was her love that strengthened her family. Adam and his wife Betsy are proud to bring Alodia's food to a new generation. We hope that you will join us at Alodia's Cucina Italiana for Italian food that dazzles the taste buds and warms the soul.. Brunch on Sundays: 11am-2pm. Dinner: 5pm-9:30pm.

Reviewed By Rodney C - Columbia, South Carolina

We eat often at Alodia’s. The food is great, the service is excellent, and the prices are right. No matter what dishes we order, they taste good. The lasagna will make your eyes roll back in your head. I recently tried the seafood risotto and...MoreHi Rodney, We're glad to be a staple for you. We love hearing that our dishes and service are top-notch and that you are working your way through our delicious offerings. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

2. Solstice Kitchen

841 Sparkleberry Ln Ste 4, Columbia, SC 29229-8628 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Reservations, Private Dining, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards American, Contemporary, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Drinks SGD 13 - SGD 39 +1 803-788-6966
Excellent
75%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 372 reviews

Solstice Kitchen

Our cuisine can be labeled many things, but it is most definitely seasonal. Our service is professional, yet far from stuffy. Our décor is modern, yet simple, and our wine list is extensive. Perhaps most important of all, everyone from our servers and bartenders, to our chefs and management, are among the most dedicated service industry professionals in our community.

Reviewed By Charles R - Columbia, South Carolina

Enjoyed dinner on a busy Friday night. Parking was hard to find w the restaurant so busy and all parking around the building complex was full. Meal was great and enjoyable. The staff seemed to manage the crowd well. We enjoyed two appetizers, scallops and duck wings, to start followed by entrees. My lamb dish was excellent. We brought our own French champagnes to share do we did not order other drinks from the restaurant.

3. Real Mexico Restaurant Y Tienda

2421 Bush River Rd, Columbia, SC 29210-5680 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Mexican, Latin, Spanish, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner +1 803-750-8990
Excellent
71%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 287 reviews

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Reviewed By Laure M

I ordered the pollo loco, it was delicious, loved the smoky flavor of the spinach and chard onions. My husband had the enchiladas platter. We were both very pleased with our food.

4. Mr Friendly's New Southern

2001 Greene St Ste A, Columbia, SC 29205-1698 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night +1 803-254-7828
Excellent
67%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 489 reviews

Mr Friendly's New Southern

Reviewed By wmleken - Columbia, SC

Again, a visit to the Columbia restaurant that serves up the very best hamburgers, for my money, in town has continued its excellence!

In fact, the hamburger specials have been so good that I almost never ordered anything else! Today that changed and my non-hamburger food was also excellent!

Thanks to the management and staff for wonderful food and service!

5. Cola's Restaurant

1215 Assembly St, Columbia, SC 29201-3121 Takeout, Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Highchairs Available American, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Dinner, Drinks, Late Night SGD 41 - SGD 66 803-451-0051
Excellent
61%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 416 reviews

Cola's Restaurant

Reviewed By Vanessa C

Wonderful décor, top-notch service and excellent food with ample servings. What's not to like? You tell me. It's been years since we actually dined at a restaurant where we could actually smell the flavor of a delicious meal before it ever arrived at our table. Kudo's Cola, you're a great find!

6. Motor Supply Co. Bistro

920 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201-3128 Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Valet Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Visa, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards American, International, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Dinner, Brunch, Late Night SGD 24 - SGD 46 +1 803-256-6687
Excellent
66%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 883 reviews

Motor Supply Co. Bistro

Located in the historic Congaree Vista with a heated patio and free valet parking, Motor Supply has been serving progressive, New World cuisine using classic French culinary techniques for over 20 years. Led by Executive Chef Wesley Fulmer, the kitchen&apos;s lunch, dinner and brunch handwritten menus change daily, featuring contemporary New American cuisine, with nods to Creole, Cajun, New Southern, French, Italian and Asian cuisine. We are Columbia&apos;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 (Wine Spectator&apos;s Award of Excellence, 2006-12), 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.

Reviewed By 11jmr - Columbia, South Carolina

This was my first visit after hearing a lot about this restaurant. I had an excellent bone in pork chop dinner with vegetables. The menu is hand written, changes daily and offers a limited selection. Their wine choices by the glass are not close to being adequate. They had a good selection of wine, but it was by the bottle. I am not going to drink a bottle of wine and drive home. This is an area that should be addressed. The staff was friendly and efficient.

7. DI Prato's

342 Pickens St, Columbia, SC 29205-2914 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol American, Delicatessen, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +1 803-779-0606
Excellent
64%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 272 reviews

DI Prato's

DiPrato&apos;s Delicatessen opened May 2004, and, today, the DiPrato&apos;s Experience affords patrons a rewarding escape from ordinary fare. The reward? Delectable food, beautiful décor, and a beguiling balance: friendly service and a pleasant, neighborly feeling. DiPrato&apos;s, located where the Purple Cow grocer operated, graces a quiet neighborhood barely off the beaten path. Driving up, you notice the rich red brick, set off by greenery, and spacious windows where light pours in. Approaching the wooden, double-door entrance, a thought comes to mind. You&apos;re about to enjoy the DiPrato&apos;s Experience. You could say a Southern breeze laden with Italian accents drifts through this New York style delicatessen. Dine if you like on the patio where the glassy splash of falling water melts away concerns. Pita chips and pimento cheese are a real treat! Blend Dianne Light and Bill Prato&apos;s presence and culinary skills and you get a wonderfully popular delicatessen-DiPrato&apos;s.

Reviewed By Lbouknight - Columbia, South Carolina

Not the cheapest place to get a sandwich in Columbia, but probably one of the best. Always a good selection of soups, sandwiches, salads and desserts. Very close to the University of South Carolina with ample parking near the establishment.

8. Bourbon

1214 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201-3213 Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Bar, Cajun & Creole, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks SGD 13 - SGD 33 +1 803-403-1404
Excellent
58%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 239 reviews

Bourbon

Bourbon is a whiskey bar and Cajun-Creole kitchen located just off the steps of the South Carolina State Capitol Building. We serve over 350 bourbons and American whiskeys, as well as whiskeys from around the world. We craft classic cocktails using only the best ingredients, and focus our beer taps on local and regional beers. Our kitchen crafts locally-inspired Cajun-Creole cuisine and we pride ourselves on sourcing the best ingredients from our region, working closely with farmers, ranchers and fishermen. We do not take reservations.

Reviewed By CobaltConnection - Dublin, Georgia

First time here. Walked down from a hotel, nearby on Main Street. Was warmly greeted with smiles from all the girls at the door. The restaurant has a great atmosphere and vibe. Food is upscale Southern/Cajun and great for foodies. My waitress/bartender was Haley and...MoreThank you!! Haley is the bomb!

9. Southern Belly BBQ

819 Harden Street, Columbia, SC 29201-4706 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Barbecue Lunch, Dinner +1 803-764-3512
Excellent
60%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 186 reviews

Southern Belly BBQ

Reviewed By Brian O - Indianapolis, Indiana

Very tender barbecue, although the sauce left a little to be desired. Very messy sandwiches, always good for this kind of food. I tried the Wookie and it was very tender and flavorful, but I would recommend a different sauce. The dark side sauce it came with tasted kind of... well flat is the only words that comes to mind. But the beer was cold and the service was great and friendly.

10. Blue Marlin

1200 Lincoln St, Columbia, SC 29201-3136 Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi American, Seafood, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night SGD 39 - SGD 39 +1 803-799-3838
Excellent
55%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1 reviews

Blue Marlin

Reviewed By Liz G - McCormick, South Carolina

This restaurant is a cozy old train station converted into a chic dining space. I dined there with nine other women, and everyone enjoyed her lunch. The service was excellent despite our large party. The ambience was lovely, with wainscoated walls and ceiling and linen napkins. Each plate looked scrumptious and the portions were generous. Prices were reasonable for a downtown restaurant.

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