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Columbia, SC
Best American (Restaurants)
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Al's Upstairs Italian Restaurant |
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(Restaurants - American) |
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304 Meeting St, West Columbia 29169 • 803-794-7404 |
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CAYCE / WEST COLUMBIA. Known as a special occasion hotspot, Al's Upstairs does everything right, from its tuxedo-clad servers to its fantastic skyline view to its classic (mostly) Italian cuisine. Begin with a Caesar salad, crab-stuffed mushrooms or fried green tomatoes topped with gorgonzola and red pepper coulis. Follow with chicken parmigiana, veal saltimbocca or mustard-crusted rack of lamb. The second-floor restaurant is extremely popular for romantic occasions (think Valentine's Day, prom night), so plan accordingly! |
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User Rating: 9.6 / 10
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Art Shack Gallery |
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(Restaurants - American) |
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2701-A Rosewood Dr, Columbia 29205 • 803-799-9409 |
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It's not exactly a shack (more like a cute and brightly painted boutique), but the Art Shack does indeed have art. The works of local artists are displayed throughout, from turned wood items to oil paintings to pottery. It's a great place to find something unique for a gift or for yourself. But they also have a small café offering good coffee, smoothies and restorative baked goods such as muffins, scones and cookies. Stop by to peruse the art, and then relax with a cup of joe and a treat! |
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Back Porch on Gervais |
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(Restaurants - American) |
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1616 Gervais St, Columbia 29201 • 803-834-6394 |
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DOWNTOWN. Columbia's haven for politicians and other movers and shakers. Casually elegant, with an inventive menu to match. |
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Blue Cactus Café |
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(Restaurants - American) |
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2002 Greene St, Columbia 29205 • 803-929-0782 |
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FIVE POINTS. Blue Cactus takes a two-pronged approach to cooking, providing a unique combination of Korean and Southwestern dishes created at the whim of the chef. Thus, you could start with kim chee or spicy potato wedges, and follow up with bul go gee or a ropa vieja burrito. Blue Cactus has a collection of hot sauces that will make any tongue-torcher swoon, with something like 200 bottles from around the world. See one that intrigues you? Give it a try! Loads of vegetarian options, too. |
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Blue Marlin |
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(Restaurants - American) |
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1200 Lincoln St, Columbia 29201 • 803-799-3838 |
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THE VISTA. Columbia's best for seafood, Blue Marlin serves fresh Lowcountry favorites in a refined but comfortable atmosphere. Shrimp and grits, crab cakes, fried green tomatoes, she crab soup, Tilapia Charleston (pan-seared tilapia with shrimp and crab cream sauce) are standouts, but New Orleans style dishes are winners, too. Salmon Pontchartrain, with blackened shrimp and scallops in a creamy mornay sauce, is particularly satisfying. Steaks and fried seafood platters round out the menu. Save room for Key Lime pie or peach-praline cobbler! |
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User Rating: 9 / 10
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Café Strudel |
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(Restaurants - American) |
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118 State St, West Columbia 29169 • 803-794-6634 |
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CAYCE / WEST COLUMBIA. Café Strudel is a trusted destination for breakfast and dessert, no matter what time it is. Their Hangover Hashbrowns (smothered with onions, peppers, cheese and two eggs) are simply fantastic, and they're available all day. More traditional lunch options include soups, salads, well-stuffed sandwiches and burgers. But if you just want a little something sweet or a steaming cup of coffee, you'll be quite happy with your choices here. Sunday brunch is most wonderful, too. |
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Carolina Cafe & Catering Co |
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(Restaurants - American) |
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925 Sumter St Cornell Arms Bldg, Columbia 29201 • 803-799-6676 |
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UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA. A great place for homemade bagels, breakfast sandwiches, smoothies and a variety of coffees. In addition, if your group requires a catered meal (breakfast, lunch or dinner) or boxed lunches, Carolina Cafe is always a sound first choice. |
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Carolina Wings & Rib House |
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(Restaurants - American) |
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600 Gervais St, Columbia 29201 • 803-256-8844 |
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THE VISTA. Casual, fun and affordable, Carolina Wings is a locally owned SC chain with nine popular restaurants around the state. It's a great place to bring the family – TVs and video games occupy the youngsters so the grown-ups can sit back and relax. Wings come in over 20 flavors, from teriyaki to garlic parmesan to "blistering." If you need more than just wings, there's plenty to choose from: ribs, steaks, fried chicken or catfish, burgers and sandwiches. |
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City Café |
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(Restaurants - American) |
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1901 Main St Bank of America Bldg, Columbia 29201 • 803-252-1133 |
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DOWNTOWN. This popular lunch café serves up some of the best burgers, sandwiches, soups and salads in downtown Columbia. And if the chocolate chip cookies, brownies, and layers cakes are tempting, go ahead and splurge – every one is as good as it looks! |
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Cloud Nine Market |
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(Restaurants - American) |
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916 Gervais St, Columbia 29201 • 803-256-0043 |
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THE VISTA. Cloud Nine Market's Coffee Shop is the ideal spot to rest your feet and refuel while shopping in the Vista. Savor a cappuccino or latte, nibble on a muffin or a slice of cake (or share a big cookie), but then be sure to hit the aisles. This place is a browser's heaven, with a great assortment of gourmet foods, coffees, bath products, and home accessories. If you need to find the perfect gift or want to splurge on a little something for yourself, you can find it here. |
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User Rating: 9.5 / 10
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