DINING
American
California Dreaming
401 South Main Street • Columbia, SC 29208
Downtown Business District
803-254-6767
Located inside a historic, beautifully restored old train station, this rustic eatery is one of the most popular restaurants in Columbia and serves generous portions of homestyle American foods in a unique atmosphere. They are open daily for lunch and dinner.Five Guys Burgers and Fries
285 Columbiana Drive • Columbia, SC 29212
803-407-6443
Five Guys offers diners 100% all beef burgers cooked to order, fresh-cut potatoes, and an unlimited variety of toppings. more... mapFive Guys Burgers and Fries
931 Senate St. • Columbia, SC 29201
803-799-0441
Five Guys offers diners 100% all beef burgers cooked to order, fresh-cut potatoes, and an unlimited variety of toppings. more... mapFive Guys Burgers and Fries
4751 Forest Road • Columbia, SC 29206
803-787-3178
Five Guys offers diners 100% all beef burgers cooked to order, fresh-cut potatoes, and an unlimited variety of toppings. more... mapFive Guys Burgers and Fries
460-2 Town Center Place • Columbia, SC 29229
803-788-6200
Five Guys offers diners 100% all beef burgers cooked to order, fresh-cut potatoes, and an unlimited variety of toppings. more... mapFuddruckers
1810 Bush River Road • Columbia, SC 29210
803-798-3775
Featuring the best make-your-own hamburgers in Columbia, this well known restaurant offers a wide selection of gourmet hamburgers and side dishes. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapHennessy's Restaurant and Lounge
1649 Main Street • Columbia, SC 29201
803-799-8280
One of the landmark restaurants in Columbia, this fine dining restaurant is located in an uptown converted hardware store and serves an array of delicious fresh seafood, steaks, veal, lamb, and poultry dishes. An extensive liquor and wine list complements your meal. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapVery's Great Philly Food
6729 Two Notch Road • Columbia, SC 29223
803-788-6254
Very’s Restaurant has been in business in Columbia, SC. since 1988. They are a casual dining restaurant specializing in Philadelphia style food and use high quality ingredients, many of which are shipped in from Philadelphia and the surrounding area, including Amoroso’s rolls and their steak meat. They are best known for our lasagna, pizza and cheesesteak sandwiches, and are very proud of all thei menu items. Homemade Italian ices, or water ice as they are known in Philly are also offered. Open six days a week for lunch and dinner. more... mapYesterday's Restaurant & Tavern
2030 Devine Street • Columbia, SC 29205
Downtown Business District
803-799-0196
Columbia’s original neighborhood tavern, this locally owned and operated restaurant serves an array of great American food made with the freshest local produce, chicken, beef, and seafood. They also feature vegetarian dishes, Tex Mex dishes, and pasta dishes on the menu. A full service bar is also available. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. more... map
Bar-B-Que
Carolina Wings & Rib House
600 Gervais Street • Columbia, SC 29201
Downtown Business District
803-256-8844
Open daily for lunch and dinner, this award-winning restaurant offers an extensive menu of their signature wings and ribs with 18 different sauces available to choose from. Video games, pool tables, and super-sized TVs are also on site for your enjoyment. more... mapDamon's Clubhouse
900 Senate Street • Columbia, SC 29201
803-785-5880
Specializing in barbecue ribs smothered in a special sauce, this well known barbecue restaurant also serves juicy, tender prime rib and a variety of delectable entrees and sandwiches. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... map
Bistro
Garden Bistro
923 Gervais Street • Columbia, SC 29201
803-933-9085
A fresh alternative for lunch, this lovely bistro serves an array of wonderful sandwiches, soups, salads, and specialty wraps in a unique patio atmosphere Monday through Friday for lunch only. A variety of special events are also held here. map
Brew Pubs
Dr. Rocco's
801 Harden Street • Columbia, SC 29205
Downtown Business District
803-771-7363
The only Daiquiri Bar in Columbia, this tropical bar provides an array of delicious specialty drinks and great pub style food in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating available. They are open nightly for dinner. mapHemingway's
7467 St. Andrews Road • Columbia, SC 29063
803-749-6020
Lovely neighborhood bar and grill that specializes in burgers and sandwiches plus features a large appetizer menu, a daily happy hour, and live music and entertainment every Friday and Saturday night. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. map
Coffee Shops
Adriana's Cafe & Gelateria
721 Saluda Avenue • Columbia, SC 29205
Downtown Business District
803-799-7595
Wonderful cafe that offers deli style dishes and gourmet coffee drinks plus specializes in homemade gelato and sorbet. They are open Monday through Saturday for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and open on Sunday for lunch and dinner. mapCafe Strudel
118 State Street • Columbia, SC 29169
Historic Vista West
803-794-6634
An upscale European style coffee house that serves an array of fresh pastries, fine coffees and teas, deli sandwiches, wines, and beer plus offers live entertainment and a daily happy hour. They are open Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. more... mapNonnah's
930 Gervais Street • Columbia, SC 29201
Downtown Business District
803-779-9599
Family owned coffee house style restaurant that specializes in award-winning desserts and offers a light fare menu of salads, dips, spreads, and specialty coffee drinks. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and open on Saturdays for dinner only; closed on Sundays. map
Contemporary
Cellar on Greene
2001-D Greene Street • Columbia, SC 29205
803-343-3303
Owned by the same owner of Mr. Friendlys and Solstice, Cellar on Greene is a wine shop by day and a wine bar by night. Wine tastings are offered nightly and a menu of small plates featuring the creations of Chef Danny Mollohan focus on wine-friendly, all-housemade foods. more... map
Creole & Cajun
New Orleans Riverfront Restaurant
121 Alexander Road • Columbia, SC 29169
West Columbia
803-794-5112
Relax and enjoy the view of downtown Columbia at this delightful restaurant that is nestled on the banks of the Congaree River and has a unique French Quarter style atmosphere. Something for everyone is available on the menu including great steaks, fresh seafood, vegetarian dishes, and jambalaya. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner; closed on Sundays. map
Delis & Sandwich Shops
Jumpin' Jacks Giant Jersey Subs
1200 Main Street, Suite 102 • Columbia, SC 29201
803-771-0071
Located at the corner of Main & Gervais across from Statehouse, Jumpin' Jacks serves delicious subs at great prices. map
Greek
Grecian Gardens
2312 Sunset Boulevard • Columbia, SC 29169
803-794-7552
Casual dining restaurant that specializes in Greek cuisine plus serves an array of Italian and Mediterranean dishes. Items on the menu include fresh specialty seafood dishes, fresh homemade Greek pizza, sandwiches, steaks, and chops. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. map
Indian
Delhi Palace Indian Restaurant
1029 Briargate Circle • Columbia, SC 29210
1-20 at Broad River Road
803-750-0866
Enjoy an array of authentic Indian cuisine including a large selection of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes at this restaurant that is open nightly for dinner plus features a large lunch buffet everyday. map
Irish Pubs
Ktee's Irish Pub & Restaurant
108 Columbia Northeast Drive • Columbia, SC 29223
803-865-2859
Ktees Irish Pub & Restaurant specializes in authentic Irish food. Come for the beer and stay for the food! Live music and daily specials are also featured. more... map
Italian
Al's Upstairs Italian Restaurant
304 Meeting Street • Columbia, SC 29169
803-794-7404
Overlooking the scenic skyline of Columbia, this elegant restaurant specializes in delicious Italian cuisine and offers a full menu of great steaks, fresh fish, veal, unique creations, and pasta dishes. Full bar service and an extensive wine list are also offered. They are open Monday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sundays. mapCarrabba's Italian Grill
370 Columbiana Drive • Columbia, SC 29212
Within Walking Distance of Columbiana Mall
803-407-1811
A wide variety of fresh, homemade Italian specialties created in a lively exhibition kitchen are served here, with house specialties including unique pasta dishes, crispy calamari, chicken marsala, and handmade pizzas baked in a wood burning oven. They are open Monday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sundays. more... mapDianne's on Devine
2400 Devine Street • Columbia, SC 29205
In the Heart of Shandon
803-254-3535
An upscale fine dining restaurant that offers an extensive and unique menu filled with wonderful Italian dishes. An inviting lounge is also on site with a full bar and an extensive and varied wine list is available to complement your meal. Live entertainment is provided Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. They are open Monday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sundays. Reservations are recommended. more... mapFresh Pasta Bilities
4711-14 Forest Drive • Columbia, SC 29206
803-738-8066
A combination gourmet store and Italian restaurant that serves a variety of specialty pastas, salads, soups, sauces, and a ravioli of the day. They are open on Monday for lunch and early dinner and open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner; closed on Sundays. mapGaribaldi's of Columbia
2013 Green Street • Columbia, SC 29205
Downtown Business District
803-771-8888
Open nightly for dinner, this full service, fine dining Italian restaurant is one of the best gourmet Italian restaurants in Columbia and features colorful Italian dishes that catches the eye and pleases the palate. mapStellini's
224 O'Neil Court • Columbia, SC 29223
Northeast Columbia
803-736-7364
Full service Italian restaurant that offers a large menu of delicious Italian specialties, as well as cold salads, steaks, and fresh fish. A full bar menu and an extensive wine list complements your meal. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner; closed on Sundays. mapVilla Tronco
1213 Blanding Street • Columbia, SC 29201
Downtown Business District
803-256-7677
The oldest and finest Italian restaurant in Columbia, this fine dining restaurant is located in a historic 19th century firehouse and serves an array of traditional Italian favorites such as homemade Italian bread, delicious square pizza, fresh seafood, veal, and pasta. They are also known for Carmella's famous cheesecake and their extensive wine list. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and open on Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sundays. more... mapVillage Idiot
2009 Devine Street • Columbia, SC 29204
Downtown Business District
803-252-8646
Specializing in New York style pizzas, this unique restaurant also serves delicious wings, calzones, stromboli, and a full bar menu. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. map
Japanese
Kyoto Japanese Steakhouse
1999 Beltline Boulevard • Columbia, SC 29201
Southeast Columbia
803-782-1064
A traditional Japanese steakhouse that serves an array of Japanese style dishes, great steaks, fresh seafood, and chicken dishes in a casual dining atmosphere. They are open Tuesday through Sunday for dinner only; closed on Mondays. map
Pizza
Chuck E. Cheese's
1775 Burning Tree • Columbia, SC 29210
803-772-0435
Chuck E. Cheese's offers games, rides, prizes, food, and entertainment that children of all ages will love. The entire family will enjoy their freshly baked pizzas and garden fresh salad bar. Visit for everyday fun or they can host special occasions. This is truly "where a kid can be a kid." more... mapDano's Pizza
2800-C Rosewood Drive • Columbia, SC 29205
803-254-3266
Located in the Rosewood Publix Shopping Center, Dano's is an authentic NY pizzeria that serves pizza by the slice all day, every day. Their menu also includes stramboli, calzones, sub sandwiches and salads. more... mapZa's Brick Oven Pizza
2930 Devine Street • Columbia, SC 29205
Downtown Business District
803-771-7334
Voted the best pizza by Columbia Metropolitan Magazine, this upscale restaurant serves a wide variety of gourmet brick oven pizzas, as well as delicious salads, sandwiches, and soups. A large variety of gourmet toppings are available to create-your-own pizza. Live entertainment is provided and outdoor seating is available. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner and open on Sunday for dinner only. more... map
Regional Cuisine
Motor Supply Company Bistro
920 Gervais Street • Columbia, SC 29209
Downtown Business District
803-256-6687
The menu changes every day at this lovely restaurant that serves regional cuisine from around the country and the world with items on the menu including great appetizers, fresh seafood, homemade desserts, and over 30 wines by the glass. They are open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner; closed on Mondays. more... mapTerra
100 State Street • Columbia, SC 29169
West Columbia
803-791-3443
The name Terra was chosen from the word of Latin origin meaning earth or land. The goal at Terra is to showcase the beauty and bounty that comes from within. Making a conscious effort to support local farmers and using as many locally grown ingredients as possible, they intend to prepare the freshest and finest ingredients simply so that they speak for themselves. With the addition of a few complementing flavors, they hope to create harmony and beauty with each plate of food. more... map
Sports Bars & Pubs
Bailey's Sports Grille
115 Afton Court • Columbia, SC 29212
Within Walking Distance to Columbiana Mall
803-407-3004
Popular local sports bar that specializes in delectable ribs and great appetizers plus features numerous big screen TVs broadcasting your favorite sporting events. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. mapCarolina Ale House
277 Columbiana Drive • Columbia, SC 29212
Located Across from the Columbiana Mall Centre
803-407-6996
Enjoy food, sports, and fun in a family atmosphere at Carolina Ale House. Be sure to try the "Fish Bowl Margarita" while you watch your favorite team. Another Carolina Ale House in Columbia can be found at 708 Lady Street. more... mapDelaney's Irish Pub
741 Saluda Avenue • Columbia, SC 29205
Downtown Business District
803-779-2345
Enjoy a variety of Irish and American dishes at this authentic Irish pub that offers live music every Tuesday through Saturday evenings. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. more... mapIcy's Sports Bar & Grill
7167 Two Notch Road • Columbia, SC 29223
803-419-1500
Enjoy yourself at this classic sports bar that serves a full menu of great appetizers and entrees as well as a full bar menu. Indoor and outdoor seating is available and three big screen TVs, as well as a satellite TV, are on site. They are open all week for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. mapRock Sports Bar and Grill
2308 Airport Boulevard • Columbia, SC 29170
803-926-1136
This sports bar has 15 televisions offering a great view for all your favorite sports. Enjoy a game of pool on one of the five new tables. The Rock is open seven days a week, with happy hour every day from 4 p.m. till 8 p.m.. Don't miss their great wings. They offer a full menu and have lunch specials daily. The Rock is open Monday thru Sunday 11 a.m. til 2 a.m. Live entertainment Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights is featured. mapWings & Ale
125 C Outlet Point Boulevard • Columbia, SC 29210
803-750-1700
Known for having the best wings in the South, this 375-seat restaurant features two full service bars, six big screen TVs, a game room, and 13 pool tables. An array of delicious appetizers and American style entrees are served. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner; closed on Sundays. map
Seafood
Lighthouse Seafood Restaurant & Pub
9300 Two Notch Road • Columbia, SC 29223
Near Spring Valley
803-419-9922
You'll enjoy a large menu of delicious seafood at this restaurant that specializes in crab cakes, shell crab, and steamed shrimp. A full bar menu and delicious daily specials are also available. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and open on Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sundays. map
Southern
Blue Marlin
1200 Lincoln Street • Columbia, SC 29201
803-799-3838
Specializing in lowcountry dishes with an influence of New Orleans mixed in, this 1940's style dinner house serves fresh seafood, steaks, pasta dishes, fresh fish cut daily, shrimp and grits, deviled crab, plump oysters, and homemade cobblers. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve lunch Monday through Friday. mapMac's on Main
1710 Main Street • Columbia, SC 29201
Downtown Business District
803-929-0037
A lively jazz and blues restaurant that serves delicious Southern dishes on their lunch buffet and their dinner menu plus features live entertainment most nights of the week. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch, dinner, and late night dining; closed on Sundays. mapMr. Friendly's New Southern Cafe
2001-A Greene Street • Columbia, SC 29205
Downtown Business District
803-254-7828
Considered by many to be one of the best restaurants in the South, this award-winning bistro style restaurant specializes in New Southern Cuisine with dishes including ocean fresh fish and innovative wild game dishes. They also have an extensive wine list, as well as single malt Scotches, flavored Vodkas, small batch Bourbons, and a wide variety of microbrewed beers. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and open on Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sundays. more... map
Sushi
WaSabi Sushi
4561 Hard Scrabble Road • Columbia, SC 29229
803-736-9687
Authentic Japanese sushi and cuisine prepared using the freshest ingredients are offered at WaSabi Sushi. Dine in and carryout services are available. more... map
Steaks & Chops
LongHorn Steakhouse
902-A Gervais Street • Columbia, SC 29201
803-254-5100
Visiting Longhorn is like paying a visit to the authentic West. The steaks are hand-cut, hand-seasoned and carefully prepared. The burgers are thick & juicy and salads are freshly prepared. They offer legendary Western fare to satisfy a range of cravings. Other Columbia locations are 171 Harbison Road and 2760 Decker Boulevard.Longhorn Steaks Restaurant and Saloon
902 Gervais Street • Columbia, SC 29201
Downtown Business District
803-254-5100
Wonderful Texas style steakhouse restaurant that specializes in delicious grilled steaks and salmon plus serves an array of fresh seafood and specialty drinks. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. mapTexas Roadhouse
400 Columbiana Drive • Columbia, SC 29223
803-407-6670
A fun and upbeat steakhouse that specializes in delicious ribs, hearty steaks, and ice cold beer with most of the items on the menu made-from-scratch. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... map
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