This place is amazing!!! I live in New Hampshire, and I want to bring this place home with me. The…read morevegan breakfast sandwich with vegan sausage is inexpensive but chef's frickin kiss. The Vader Leia is outstanding. And the staff, vibe, and decor is wicked alt chic. LOVE!!!!

The coffee here is not for beginners or lightweights. It is strong with a caffeine punch that will…read moreleave you buzzing for hours. Classic college town coffee spot. Dark vibe, male baristas who take their coffee seriously. Tables are occupied by students with their laptops escaping the confinements of their dorm rooms. Packed with students ready for their next fix. Parking is typically a challenge in this part of Five Points. Arrive with patience.

This was a very great experience!! Amazing views and service! Meet some great people! The food was…read morethe best part! So many options!!

Elevate your brunch experience all the way to the 18th floor at Top of Carolina! Arriving there was…read moreplenty of parking around the building. When entering the building, we were greeted by a staff member who checked our reservation and given instructions on where to go and which elevator to take. When entering, we were greeted warmly and promptly showed to our table. Our servers Allison and Jenna made absolutely sure we were informed about the service and what to expect. They also were attentive polite and professional along with the entire staff. The food (8 different stations) was amazing! Along with the different variety of mimosas. It is so beautifully decorated, and the view as the room rotate is incredible. Accepting only those with reservations for brunch on Sundays, they're closed during summer break but reopen in August when classes begin. This is a must do again in the very near future. Totally awesome!!

MOM!! Literally such…read morea fab establishment. It's beautifully done on the inside and I love the outdoor component as well. If you feeling like a baddie, order the "girl dinner" it's this HUGE martini glass filled to the brim with a Caesar salad TOPPED WITH SHOESTRING FRIES aaaaaaand you get either a drink or a dessert (I got the espresso martini option) 10/10 do recommend. Also Nick is incredible, as is Mackenzie!

I chose Market on Main for our graduation lunch and was a bit surprised by their strict…read morecancellation policy -- $15 per person for cancellations made within 24 hours or for no-shows. The food was pretty good overall, but my chicken salad sandwich was extremely disappointing. The croissant was very dry, and the shredded chicken combined with the consistency of the dressing was not at all what I expected. After only a couple bites, I left the entire sandwich untouched. What was even more disappointing was that when our waitress brought the bill, she clearly noticed I hadn't eaten the sandwich and chose not to ask about it. At this price point for lunch, I would have expected the situation to be handled a little differently. We sat in the covered outdoor area, which was nice, but there's also an uncovered outdoor section with older picnic tables that don't really match the vibe of a more upscale lunch spot. If you plan to sit outside, I'd recommend making your seating preference clear when booking.

smallSUGAR was excellent! Everything, from the food to the ambiance to the customer service, was…read moreamazing! First and foremost, I must start by commending the girls who were working there. They were all so sweet and really went above and beyond to make sure it was a high-quality experience. I noticed that they openly advertise that they don't accept tips and have slightly higher prices in order to pay their workers a living wage, and the results were directly reflected in the customer service that I received. As for the food and drink (coffee), that was pretty good as well! While I do wish that they might have had bagels, the croissant that I substituted it for was warm, buttery, and tasty, and it was a nice change from my usual coffee shop meal, as I've only had a croissant a handful of times. The coffee was fine, and I loved how they offered free refills, which I've noticed that other local coffee shops usually don't. Finally, I loved the setting of the restaurant, which gave you the opportunity to either sit inside and enjoy the ambiance or on the outside patio and enjoy some peace and quiet. I also loved the artwork that they had on the walls, which the waitress informed me was painted by a local artist and which you could purchase if you wanted to. All-in-all, I loved smallSUGAR, will be back in the future, and would highly recommend stopping in!

Stopped by smallSUGAR and had a decent overall experience, though a few things held it back…read more The space itself was clean and well-kept, with a modern, minimalist vibe that works well for a casual brunch or coffee stop. Service was fine. Nothing particularly standout, but smooth and efficient. For drinks, the coffee was average. It wasn't bad by any means, just nothing memorable. Especially considering the price point. Food-wise, there were some highlights. The sweet potato bowl was well-dressed and flavorful, though it felt like it was missing a protein component to make it more complete. The shakshuka was very good overall, with great flavor, though it leaned a bit salty. The biggest issue was the bread portion. It simply wasn't enough for the dish. I ended up ordering an extra side, and while it's listed as two slices, it's really just one slice cut in half. At $4 for that portion, that is very unreasonable. That was a recurring theme. Pricing felt high across the board for what you receive. While the flavors were there, nothing really stood out as exceptional enough to justify the cost. Overall, not a bad visit. Just one where the value didn't quite match the experience.

The ambiance and service were perfect. Got the wild game tasting board and was pleasantly surprised…read morehow much I liked the arrangement of meats and cheeses. Def teeters on whether it is worth the $36 price tag, but I'd say it's worth trying at least once. I got the elk bolognese and enjoyed it throughly. Probably better things to be had on the menu, but chose something I knew I'd like. Girlfriend got the salmon and definitely out-ordered me. Super well cooked with some of the best green beans I've ever had. All in all a great dining experience.

My husband and I came to The Hollow for date night, and it completely lived up to the hype. The…read moreatmosphere is unlike anywhere else in Columbia warm, cozy, and beautifully designed with a unique forest-inspired theme that makes the entire experience feel special. We had with the Wild Game Tasting Board, and the rotating selection of meats, cheeses, and accompaniments was thoughtfully curated, beautifully presented, and packed with flavor. Every bite offered something different. I paired it with one of their Prosecco cocktails, which was crisp, refreshing, and the perfect complement to the tasting board. The service was attentive, the ambiance was perfect for a date night, and it's easy to see why this place has become such a favorite in The Vista. If you're looking for a restaurant that's a little different from the usual steakhouse or Italian spot, The Hollow is absolutely worth visiting. We'll definitely be back to explore more of their adventurous menu.

Came in a busy Saturday and the place was crowded and loud filled with music and conversations…read more We did eventually get seated and eventually ordered. Crab cake: 4 stars. Real crab. Came with a nice cooling dill sauce that was so delicious. Took a star away cuz it was super salty but luckily saved by the dill sauce and water. Fried catfish: 4 stars. one of the best batter for fried fish. The batter on top was think and crispy and light so you couldn't taste the oils. Wish they split into 2 or three pieces instead of the jug piece. Because the piece was thick and big the bottom was soggy so minus the one star.

Pro: - The ambience was pretty cool, and I loved the…read morehipster aesthetic of it all. Con: - We ordered the catfish& grits and the trout. Both dishes were completely devoid of any flavor. Zero flavor whatsoever, and I wish I were exaggerating. The grits were flavorless slop, and both fish fillets tasted like solidified water.

This is Grand on Main in Columbia, SC…read more Chicken and Waffles are crispy and fluffy. The service is great there, they have a bowling alley, bar, a small stage for singers, and they have tv's that you can watch the games I went to The Grand for my birthday and it was amazing. So, please try it!!!!!

Diamond - 5 Stars Jacob - 1 Star…read more After an extra long visit to SC, a friend suggested we hang out before I head back to NYC. We ended up stopping at The Grand around 9/9:30pm on a Saturday. Upon entering the hostess informed us they were currently only serving the late night menu. We said no problem and elected to grab seats at the bar. There were several empty tables and a few empty seats @ the bar. However, the only two seats together at the bar needed to be cleared from the last patrons that were seated. We stood there for over 20 mins while Jacob continued to walk by never acknowledging us or the fact that we couldn't sit. When he finally cleared the dishes he just walked away, never cleaning the area. When he returned he still never greeted us or apologized for the wait, the mess... nothing. Jacob: What are you having? Me: Well hello... Jacob: Yea... what do you want? Me: Wow... ok. For starters can you please whip off the bar so we can properly have a seat. There is still food residue here from the last customers. ** we get a visible huff** He wipes down the bar and we proceed to order drinks, while he never really speak any more it's all via motions and body language. Amongst ourselves we check in with one another to confirm that we both were feeling very unwelcome. Instantly we decide that we will not be ordering anything additional and will be leaving after this one drink. Which is just as well because Jacob never returns. Someone , whom I can only assume was of a mangement status, asked if Jacob was helpful and we promptly and simultaneously said no and that we would like or bill. She shook her head in utter disbelief and disgust but then she also disappeared. Just so happened that Diamond, whom was on the other side of the bar happen to walk pass. She stopped and asked if we were ok after witnessing our frustration. We explained that we wanted the check and why we were leaving. She was super apologetic and closed out our tab. Her energy literal turned the experience around and if she would have came to our rescue sooner we would have considered staying. Thank you Diamond. Just A Note: Unfortunately, bad first impression because The Grand seems like it may offer a good time with the bowling lanes in the back.

Seasonal flight- in February Raspberry Vanilla…read more Of the 4 mimosas this was hands down my favorite

A small brunch spot, located in a cute area of town…read more The Irish coffee was extremely strong! The food was pretty good and the home fries were better than they looked. Our server was very attentive, but there seemed to be a lot of employees and not as many patrons which felt strange since they were just hanging out in the back of the restaurant.