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Hidden gems: restaurants in Columbia
Map viewDiscover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Columbia. Ratings are based from 891 places in Columbia
Little Pigs Barbecue
4927 Alpine Rd 29223-4056
"Delicious! Great, diverse variety of meats, sides, fruit, & desserts. Clean, very busy place. The buffet includes your drink. $9.25 covers everything! Friendly folks who work hard to keep the buffet..."
Cola's Restaurant
1215 Assembly St 29201-3121
"Best food ever! Everything tasted fresh! My office had our Christmas party here, and we had 2 great waitstaff. They were on top of everything!! So professional!"
Rioz Brazilian Steakhouse
410 Columbiana Dr 29212-1652
"Last night was my first night here and I was celebrating my girlfriends birthday. I wasn't prepared for what was about to happen. They give you a circular card one side is green and the other is red...."
The Devine Cinnamon Roll Deli
2617 Devine St 29205-2409
"This place is luscious! Reminds me of my grandmother's kitchen. The smell of sweet cinnamon rolls fills the air and you are hit with it immediately upon entering the space. Such a cute and quaint spac..."
Mellow Mushroom
1009 Gervais St 29201-3129
"Great food great vibes! Nice art on the walls. Would definitely go back. The tater tots are BOMB! Would definitely go back. I think I said that TWICE lol o well, worth it."
Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse
1508 Main St 29201-2808
"This is our favorite Brazilian Steakhouse in South Carolina. Their hot bar selections are a little more flavorful than Rios, and their staff is quick and efficient. We were there about an hour and we'..."
Gourmet Shop Cafe
724 Saluda Ave 29205-1679
"I have never had a poor or bad experience here. Brian is my personal shopper when I need a gift of wine and he's always spot on. The selection of cheeses is wonderful especially if you're looking for..."
The Melting Pot
1410 Colonial Life Blvd W Ste 130 29210-7665
"This place is top notch! My husband and I celebrated our 2 year wedding anniversary here and couldn't be happier with our experience. From the moment we arrived, the staff wished us a Happy Anniversar..."
Oyster Bar Columbia
1123 Park St 29201-3137
"The crab legs are always a must! Good food, good atmosphere, good drinks."
Publico
2013 Greene St 29205-1638
"Awesome spot in Five Points! The atmosphere is so comfortable. You will see everyone from business, families to couples. Drinks were delicious and food was flavorful. Lots of options!"
Halls Chophouse - Columbia
1221 Main St Suite 150 29201-6224
"My father picked this place to celebrate my graduation from basic training. Two other graduates along with myself, my mom and my father enjoyed a great meal. Even more fantastic was the hospitality. T..."
Inakaya Japanese Restaurant
655 Saint Andrews Rd # C 29210-5112
"We went on a Saturday night around 6pm and it was really busy: we had a 25 minute wait, which didn't really bother us, but if you hate waiting, be warned. You can request to sit at the sushi bar-we as..."
No Name Deli
2042 Marion St 29201-2114
"The best deli in Columbia. Friendly staff and excellent food."
Palmetto Pig
530 Devine St 29201-5212
"Great southern BBQ with amazing sides and a drink for $14! The green beans are fantastic. They make their own crispy pig skins/cracklins and to die for banana pudding. The woman behind the counter has..."
Nick's House of Pizza Restaurant
1082 Sunset Blvd Ste A 29169-6865
"Awesome food and atmosphere!!! The service was like not other. If you pay with cash you get a 3% discount."
Scotties's Cafe & Grill
10400 Wilson Blvd 29016-8997
"We needed a place for a quick rest on our trip home after our 1 and a half year old baby woke up. A quick help search took us here. Food was very good, the grilled chicken tasted fresh, the steak was..."
Jasmine Buffet
7461 Two Notch Rd 29223-7645
"Never had a bad item. Great food with very attentive staff. Decent prices. More than enough items to chose from. We try different items each time and have never been disappointed. Highly recommend!"
Mediterranean Tea Room
2601 Devine St 29205-2409
"An excellent experience. Delicious salmon, chicken and salad. The baklava is so delicious. The staff is super nice!"
Drip
729 Saluda Ave 29205-1647
"This place is fantastic. They have everything from cheese cake to quiche to cinnamon rolls to carrot and nut cakes. Definitely recommend this place. It is super clean and always smells amazing. The se..."
Green Olive
922 Main St 29201-3964
"I really enjoyed my visit to this restaurant. The food was good, service was excellent, (glass was full, checked on me, and ensured food was good) and the servers were nice. The restaurant was clean a..."