More of Columbia's Standout Tables
A deeper pass through the restaurants keeping Columbia in the national dining conversation, from buzzy newcomers to long-game institutions.
Maurice's BBQ Piggie Park
Columbia, South Carolina
Down-home chain known for its pit-cooked BBQ & mustard sauce, as well as burgers & Southern sides.
Rebel Dogs
Columbia, South Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Olde Town Hall Restaurant & Pub
Columbia, South Carolina
Polished pub fare, steaks & Sunday brunch served in the historic 1904 former town hall & jail.
Doza Rizen Cafe
Columbia, South Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection.
Doko Smoke BBQ
Columbia, South Carolina
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Mathias Sandwich Shop
Columbia, South Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great tea selection.
The Honey Baked Ham Company
Columbia, South Carolina
Family-owned chain selling ready-to-serve smoked hams, plus turkeys, roasts, side dishes & desserts.
Sonic Drive-In
Columbia, South Carolina
Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.
Maurice's Piggie Park BBQ
Columbia, South Carolina
Down-home chain known for its pit-cooked BBQ & mustard sauce, as well as burgers & Southern sides.
Za's on Devine
Columbia, South Carolina
Brick-oven pizza heads up an eclectic menu served in an upscale-casual setting with an open kitchen.
Mellow Mushroom Columbia
Columbia, South Carolina
Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.
Mediterranean Tea Room
Columbia, South Carolina
Mediterranean standards like gyros, falafel & kebabs are served at this modest eatery.
San Jose Mexican Restaurant
Columbia, South Carolina
Casual Mexican chain serving tacos, burritos, enchiladas & other classic dishes.
Pizza Palace
Columbia, South Carolina
Informal restaurant serving pizza, hot subs & Greek dinners in a brick-walled space with a patio.
Greek Boys
Columbia, South Carolina
Down-to-earth lunch destination offering a variety of casual Greek dishes for eat-in or takeout.
IHOP
Columbia, South Carolina
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
Moe's Southwest Grill
Columbia, South Carolina
Counter-serve chain dishing up Southwestern staples from burritos to nachos in lively environs.
Arabesque on Devine
Columbia, South Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection.
Zaxby's
Columbia, South Carolina
Chain eatery serving up fried chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches & other American comfort food.
MOD Pizza
Columbia, South Carolina
Counter-serve, industrial-chic chain restaurant known for build-your-own pizzas.
Chubby’s Burgers
Columbia, South Carolina
Identifies as veteran-owned. Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Live music.
Cantina 76
Columbia, South Carolina
Laid-back hangout known for choice margaritas & upmarket, contemporary tacos & Mexican entrees.
Monterrey's Mexican Restaurant
Columbia, South Carolina
Mexican favorites & many flavors of margaritas in a casual space with traditional accents.
Carolina Wings & Ribhouse
Columbia, South Carolina
Family-friendly local chain serving ribs, BBQ pork, chicken wings & beer in a casual space.
Le Bambou Restaurant Africain
Columbia, South Carolina
Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.