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Main Street Area (Near Columbia Marriott Hotel)

Bourbon
1214 Main St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.403.1404
www.bourboncolumbia.com
Bourbon is a whiskey bar and Cajun-Creole restaurant located just steps from the South Carolina state capitol building in the historic Brennen Building (1869).

Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse
1508 Main St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.728.0887
www.cowboybraziliansteakhouse.com
Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse is a unique, all you can eat "Churrascaria" located in the historic Kress Building. Featuring a "parade" of 16 different types of meats sliced at your table.

Halls Chophouse
1221 Main St., Ste. 150
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.563.5066
www.hallschophousecolumbia.com
As South Carolina's premier steakhouse, Halls Chophouse offers wet and dry-aged USDA prime and choice beef as well as locally-sourced fish, poultry, vegetarian and gluten-free options. The Halls Chophouse menu features expertly-crafted dishes that highlight the essence of culinary creativity and distinguished flavor.

Hampton Street Vineyard
1201 Hampton St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.252.0850
www.hamptonstreetvineyard.com 
Innovative American cuisine with seasonal menu changes, featuring fresh seafood, hand-cut steaks, lamb, duck, veal, accommodating and professional service all taking place in an urban cool space below the sidewalk in the historic Sylvan Building.

Hendrix
1649 Main St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.834.5132
www.hendrixsc.com
Serves scratch-made, seasonal, locally- and ethically-sourced cuisine that highlights the flavors of the season and takes advantage of the amazing ingredients that are available from local farms and purveyors.

Kao Thai Cuisine
1307 Main St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.569.6881
www.kaothaicola.com
Kao Thai Cuisine offers authentic street-food that is commonly found on the streets of Bangkok as well as a mix of West-meets-East dishes that will excite and classic Thai dishes that will comfort.

Lula Drake
1635 Main St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.606.1968
www.luladrake.com
Lula Drake's menu features a selection of unique small plates.

Midlands
1200 Hampton St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.771.7000
Savor the best in contemporary southern cuisine. Inspired by the bounty of the region's farms, the culinary team has created an all-natural menu that brings stylish twists to each of the season's finest ingredients.

MOA Korean BBQ & Bar - Columbia
1333 Main St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.722.4117
New in Columbia, MOA offers a grill at your table restaurant experience in Downtown Columbia with unique Asian flavors and Korean dishes.

SMOKED
1643 Main St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.567.5599
www.smokedsc.com
New in 2021, SMOKED is an upscale fine dining experience that combines the elements of seafood, swine, and smoke. While dining, take in the microbrewing process and enjoy some of SMOKED's in-house brews crafted by Peak Drift Brewing Co.

The Grand
1621 Main St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.726.2323
Boutique bowling alley, restaurant and bar is your Columbia, SC destination for fun, food and activities.  Make plans to relax after work to meet your friends and co-workers for drinks and games indoors or on the plaza. 

Villa Tronco
1213 Blanding St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.256.7677
www.villatronco.com
A Columbia establishment for more than 60 years, Villa Tronco serves consistently generous portions of traditional Italian fare such as veal parmigiana, chicken piccata and linguine with clams.

Vista Area

929 Kitchen & Bar
929 Gervais St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.764.3825
www.929kitchen.com
929 Kitchen & Bar brings the essence of Korea into an upscale, warm, welcoming environment that is sure to appease lunch goers, family diners, business clients and all in between.

Blue Marlin
1200 Lincoln St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.799.3838
www.bluemarlincolumbia.com
Specializing in creative seafood dishes with a Lowcountry kick, Blue Marlin also serves hand-cut steaks and prime rib. Shrimp and grits is a top seller, with the grits coming from right across the street at Adluh Flour. Don't overlook the more eclectic offerings, though, such as the crispy firecracker flounder, served with a jalapeño salsa.

Cola's
1215 Assembly St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.451.0051
www.colasrestaurant.com
Located in a lovingly restored 1930's RC Cola bottling plant, Cola's is a "casual" fine dining bar/restaurant specializing in seafood, steaks and other culinary creations influenced by a broad range of ethnic cooking. There is an emphasis on fresh ingredients and locally grown food where possible.

Gervais & Vine
620-A Gervais St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.799.8463
www.gervine.com 
True Mediterranean wine and tapas bar with more than 40 wines by the glass and a wide selection of appetizers. Dishes prepared in view and are a fusion of Greek, Italian and Spanish cuisine. 

Hickory Tavern
907 Senate St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.765.9280
www.thehickorytavern.com  
Hickory Tavern offers a unique brand of casual dining, lively bar atmosphere and sports enthusiasm providing the perfect destination no matter what the time of day.

Liberty Taproom & Grill
828 Gervais St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.461.4677
www.libertytaproom.com
Located in Columbia's beautiful Congaree Vista district, Liberty Tap Room is an upscale casual dining restaurant serving traditional American cuisine with a twist alongside signature Liberty Ales, unique draft beer and craft brews in a fun, modern atmosphere.

Longhorn Steakhouse: Gervais St
902-A Gervais St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.254.5100
 www.longhornsteakhouse.com
Steaks, chicken, salmon and shrimp in a fun, warm Texas saloon setting.

M Vista
701 Lady St., Ste. C
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.255.8878
miyos.com/location-mvista
Like American culture, M concept has evolved from regional Shanghai and Szechuan cuisine to a melting pot of northern and southern Chinese cuisine, Korean style BBQ, Vietnamese- and Thai-influenced dishes and Japanese sushi. 

Motor Supply Co.
920 Gervais St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.256.6687
www.motorsupplycobistro.com
An early pioneer of dining in the Vista, Motor Supply's eclectic menu reflects a classic bistro mentality and changes every day and every night. Upbeat, cosmopolitan atmosphere and excellent food. Especially popular for Sunday brunch.

Pearlz
936 Gervais St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.661.7741
www.pearlzoysterbar.com
Pearlz Oyster Bar is a fun, eclectic restaurant serving the very best in fresh seafood, including an assorted mix of raw shellfish, local seafood, Lowcountry recipes and regional favorites. The raw bar offers a variety of Lowcountry and Gulf oysters as well as specialty oysters, in addition to fresh seasonal shellfish.

Di Vino Rosso
807 Gervais St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.550.9699
www.divinorossoSC.com
Di Vino Rosso is a restaurant specializing in traditional Italian dishes with local twists with an extensive wine list in historical 1920s building.

Ruth's Chris Steak House at the Hilton Hotel
924-A Senate St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.212.6666
www.ruthschris.com/restaurant-locations/columbia
Ruth's Chris Steak House is located in the heart of downtown Columbia in the city's financial, entertainment and historic district within the lobby of the Hilton Hotel and conveniently close to the Vista, Columbia's most vibrant arts, dining, and entertainment districts. 

SakiTumi Grill & Sushi Bar
807 Gervais St., Ste. 103
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.931.0700
www.sakifresh.com
Upscale Vista hotspot includes a popular bar area and a separate sushi bar. Extensive sake list complements beer and wine offerings. Plenty of nonsushi items are on the menu, including grilled items and tasty appetizers such as the lotus root chips.

Five Points Area

Mr. Friendly's
2001-A Greene St.
Columbia, SC 29205
Phone: 803.254.7828
www.mrfriendlys.com
Since 1995, Mr. Friendly’s New Southern Cafe has been serving new southern cuisine in a sophisticated, yet casual environment using only the freshest ingredients and simple preparations. There are always ocean-fresh fish and seafood specials, as well as innovative meat, poultry and wild game dishes.

Saluda's 
751 Saluda Ave.
Columbia, SC 29205
Phone: 803.799.9500
www.saludas.com
Saluda's boasts and outstanding reputation as one of the Capital City's finest restaurants. Owner Steven Cook and his staff are dedicated to providing a dining experience unparalleled in Columbia with emphasis on outstanding food, extensive wine and cocktail selections, and elegant Southern service.

Other Columbia-Area Restaurants


Black Roster
201 Meeting St.
West Columbia, SC 29169
Serving Frenchish food with a spectacular rooftop bar.
 
California Dreaming
401 South Main St.
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803.254.6767
californiadreaming.co
Located in a historic railroad station, California Dreaming opened in 1984 and ever since has been a popular destination for businesspeople as well as students and faculty from nearby USC. Serves large salads, burgers, sandwiches, seafood, pasta, chicken and steaks. Truly outstanding mixed drinks, and the honey croissants always are a hit. Great first-date place, too.
 
Terra
100 State St.
West Columbia, SC 29169
Phone: 803.791.3443
Making a conscious effort to support local farmers and using as many locally grown ingredients as possible, Terra intends to prepare the freshest and finest ingredients simply so that they speak for themselves.