Location: Columbus
Top Restaurants in Columbus
Top 10 restaurants in Columbus, United States
Columbus is a city in and the county seat of Lowndes County, Mississippi, United States, located primarily east, but also north and northeast of the Tombigbee River, which is also referred to as the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway [3]. It is approximately 146 miles (235 km) northeast of Jackson, 92 miles (148 km) north of Meridian, 63 miles (101 km) south of Tupelo, 60 miles (97 km) northwest of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and 120 miles (193 km) west of Birmingham, Alabama. The population was 25,944 at the 2000 census and 23,640 in 2010. The population in 2012 was estimated to be 23,452. Columbus is the principal city of the Columbus Micropolitan Statistical Area, which is part of the larger Columbus-West Point Combined Statistical Area. Columbus is also part of the area of Mississippi called The Golden Triangle, consisting of Columbus, West Point and Starkville, in the counties of Lowndes, Clay and Oktibbeha.
Things to do in Columbus
1. Harvey's
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 231 reviews
Great food, great service, and a great atmosphere are the three things we offer to ensure you have a GREAT dining experience. Harvey's is a contemporary restaurant with an atmosphere set by old brick, decorative woodwork, and great music. We serve everything from specialty salads and sandwiches to our signature 48 hour marinated ribeyes and famous prime rib.
Reviewed By Janel G - Columbus, Mississippi
Last couple of times I placed To-Go orders with Harvey’s they really dropped the ball. They have the potential to be a decent restaurant given that there’s not much competition in Columbus. This establishment should really take pride in take out orders. Customers shouldn’t have to go through the hassle of checking orders with car side. I should be able to place my order and give a brief description of what I want and have it in my bag. Well, the last couple of times I’ve had items missing from my orders and unfortunately there wasn’t anything offered other than a ‘sorry’ for the inconvenience. I expect this from fast food but not from the Eat With Us group. Its not always convenient to just return food or come back to pick up missing items or bring back food that contained hair and to hear a weak apology! Do better
2. Coffee House on 5th
Overall Ratings
5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By Cruiser9901 - Tuscaloosa, Alabama
The Coffee House on 5th has wonderful coffee as well as a variety of smoothies; it is a very relaxing place to sit, listen to music and read a book while drinking a refreshment.Thanks a heap for the review!!! Just try a Sweet Potato muffin the next time you’re in! :)
3. Krispy Kreme
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By misteron2014 - Starkville, Mississippi
The classic Krispy Kreme doughnut is always good, but it's great when the red sign is on. I got a couple of doughnuts as a snack, and enjoyed them thoroughly.
4. Huck's Place
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 237 reviews
Downtown Columbus
Reviewed By blandboy - Quad Cities USA
Cool atmosphere in downtown Columbus. Live music the Thursday we were there. Shrimp po-boy was generous and delicious with lots of shrimp on a just-right roll. My wife’s pan-fried chicken breast drizzled with a delicious honey-butter pecan sauce was very yummy. Price was right, too. Lot’s of cajun (including crawfish), steak, pasta and other choices on the menu, I’d go again!
5. Beans and Cream
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Pik6y - Columbus, Mississippi
I like B&C over starbucks anymore. The staff is great the joe is great and the price is a heck of a lot more reasonable!! PLUS you can trade your books. Take a book you've read, leave it and pick from the ones they have there. LOVE the atmosphere, more family and home town then the trendy spendy alternative.
6. Smackers Frozen Yogurt
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By J0j0m085 - Augusta, Georgia
Great place to get an afternoon treat on a warm or cold day! The staff is so friendly and the choices are numerous!
7. Old Hickory Steak House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 167 reviews
Reviewed By LindaAnn58 - Columbus MS
When we want a steak, we go to Old Hickory. The steaks are always cooked to perfection. Even well done, which I prefer, are juicy and tasty! This is a steak house...salad, steak, potato, garlic bread, tea. It has been at its present location for many years. The food and the service are great! I highly recommend.
8. United Deli and Grocery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By Nick M
My wife and I visited United Deli and Grocery yesterday and were unbelievably impressed. I got the gyro and chicken salad sandwich. She got the French dip. We also sampled a basket of fries, cookie, and baklava. Now let me tell you, the place isn't fancy, but that should by no means deter you. The staff were amazingly pleasant and considerate. The food arrived in literally 2 minutes. I'm not just using the "2 minute" saying. It was 2 actual minutes. We were stunned. The portion sizes were preposterously large, in the best way possible! We got the sandwiches in the six inch size, but ended up taking home enough for a full meal for dinner later. The gyro was piled so high with delicious lamb that I had to take half of it off and eat it with my fries, which was a delight. The homemade bread on the sandwiches is just fantastic. The roast beef on my wife's sandwich was tender and flavorful, and the chicken salad was sweet and had a perfect consistency. One special thing they had available was ice cold glass bottle coke and root beer, which makes you feel like a kid again. We will be returning often, considering you can't beat the price. All of this was like $25. Outrageously awesome! Go visit at once.
9. Sweet Peppers Deli
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 102 reviews
Life is SWEET at Sweet Peppers Deli!! Enjoy delicious wraps, sandwiches, salads, flatbread pizzas, paninis, potatoes, and desserts! Catering and box lunches are available. Order online and download the Sweet Peppers Deli app.
Reviewed By Donna D - Columbus, Mississippi
Food here is always served fresh and tasty. The restaurant is clean and service is friendly BUT plan to wait when you order. I have used the app and still had to wait in line just to pick up my item for carry out. Food is good enough for this not to be a deal breaker but when I crave a good salad during my work week I go elsewhere since time is limited.
10. Jackson Square Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Classic Americana cuisine in an unique atmosphere, the Jackson Square Grill offers up traditional bar fare. Everyone's favorite appetizers, and quintessential seafood and steak dishes. We also feature daily market fresh fish specials. So, GET IN HERE AND EAT!
Reviewed By DarlaCG - Gulfport, Mississippi
This is a great restaurant. The food is good and service is great. They have a Sunday brunch with a Bloody Mary bar. Several choices for appetizers. Try the egg rolls!There is a parking lot for easy parking. Only problem I have had is when I have been alone they always sit me by the bar. This has happened at different times of the night and day, even when several other tables available.
