Food was very good. We are new to the area and want to try some of the restaurants. The fun…read moreserver did a good job, making the experience even more enjoyable, even though it was only his second day. The ambiance could use a little improvement. It looked a little tired, and it would be nicer if it had some minor updates and a sweep-up. We will definitely go back, though.

We had a great brunch experience at Ruby Sunshine! We started with the Candy Apple Beignets, and…read morethey were a delicious way to begin. My wife had the Catfish & Grits, while I had the Florentine Omelette with breakfast potatoes and a biscuit. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and well prepared. What really made the experience special was our server, Linda. She was excellent--friendly, attentive, and made sure we were well taken care of throughout our meal. The atmosphere was charged with excitement because the Gamecocks were playing football this afternoon! Go gamecocks!!! Overall, good food, good service, and a wonderful brunch experience. We'll definitely be back!

The food was decent, but nothing really stood out. I ordered the French toast, and it was pretty…read moreplain. I expected it to come with some fresh fruit or a little more presentation, but I guess that's an extra here. It was definitely an interesting visit because a storm was rolling through and the power kept going in and out, which made for a confusing experience. Despite that, our waitress stayed positive, kept everyone informed, and made the experience enjoyable with her great attitude. Her customer service was the highlight of the visit. There's plenty of seating and nice little decor our with an open bar so it looks like it can accommodate any large parties or just a few people whatever you bring. Overall, the food was okay, but the excellent service is what made this brunch spot worth the visit.

This was my first time eating from here, and I will say the food I ordered was amazing! I did a…read morepickup since I was in a hurry. I had the Cajun Shrimp Crawfish Omelette. The grits melt in your mouth! I love a good soft and moist bowl of grits. The omelette was prepared just right and filled with shrimp, catfish, red peppers, tomatoes and so many other yummy ingredients. This was definitely a great start to my day. The customer was top-notch, the establishment was clean and well lit. I will be visiting this location again soon:)

9 ROMEO members ventured out to First Watch today, and for many of us it was our first visit. We…read morequickly discovered that First Watch doesn't believe in a shortage of choices. The extensive menu made deciding what to eat almost as difficult as deciding where to go for lunch! Our group sampled quite a variety of the menu, including three Bacon Maple Croissant sandwiches, three tacos, a Pecan Chicken Salad, two different orders of pancakes, and a bowl featuring barbacoa beef, chips and eggs. Our waitress, Meleva, did a great job handling our party of nine. She managed to put together a table for us and squeeze us in so we could get started. Fortunately, the table next to us emptied about 20 minutes later, so our temporary seating arrangement worked out just fine. There was one order that got messed up, but that one really can't be blamed on the waitress. There was a little miscommunication while we were trying to figure out what I wanted. She moved on to someone else, and when she came back around, I had completely changed my mind and ordered something entirely different! So, in this case, we'll give the waitress a pass. The Food Overall, the food was good, with ratings ranging from a 7.0 to a 9.5 on the ROMEO scale. The Pecan Chicken Salad received particularly high marks. The average ROMEO rating was 8.05, which translates to approximately 4 stars on the Yelp scale. Personally, I wasn't especially impressed with my Bacon Maple Egg sandwich. The egg itself was very good--fluffy and covered with cheese. The bacon was good, there were some nice hot jalapeños, and the croissant was decent. Then came the maple syrup. I like maple syrup as much as the next guy, but putting it on a croissant sandwich just didn't work for me. In my humble opinion, maple syrup belongs on waffles or pancakes--not in a breakfast sandwich! The maple flavor just seemed to take the sandwich downhill. ROMEO Verdict Food: 8.05 / 10 Service: Very Good Menu Selection: Extensive! ROMEO Rating Range: 7.0 - 9.5 Yelp Equivalent: 4 Stars

Good experience at this near Columbia, SC location. We were seated quickly into a car and nicely…read morespacious booth, and our server was very patient with us. I had the Rustic Frittata which was even better than I expected it to be. The greens with it were just okay. Others in my party had the biscuits and gravy dish (which filled him up quicker that expected!) and another had the Trifecta with bacon and waffle, and a delicious Iced Mocha. That last dish, and accompanied warm maple syrup, prompted me to get a blueberry pancake, as I did initially want something sweet. Overall, I'm glad we came here over other options.

As an out of towner I have been here twice once for dinner on a Friday evening (party of 3) and…read moremost recently on a Sunday for brunch (party of 4). The space is very spacious with ample parking and a pretty good play list from whomever is on the 1's & 2's. Both times food was good, service was slow but our waiters were on point. For Dinner... (Friday 6/21/24 @ 7:30... TY photo meta data). It was a girls night, it was a little busy but we were seated quickly for a Friday. I don't remember our waiters name but it was a gentleman who is still there because I saw him on my most recent visit. We ordered apps of seafood crab dip and buffalo chicken egg-rolls. I sampled both and they were tasty. For entrées there was pasta Alfredo with salmon and broccoli and I order salmon with collards and garlic mash. My sister order a shrimp rice dish with sauce (idr the name). Nonetheless we all enjoyed our food. It took sometime to arrive but it was good and the temps were nice and hot. Now they ran out of several items at the bar, one being Jack Daniels, but our waiter did his best to accommodate. The bathrooms were not in good shape and there were serval staff members not pulling their weight for a smooth service. For Brunch... (Sunday, 7/6/25 @ 12:30) The hostess was rude, inattentive and seated people she knew whom came after the people waiting. While she insisted the entire party needed to be standing inside before being seated. She seated the others she knew staggered in parties of two as they came in. Once seated our server Jordan S. was great and very apologetic for the staff members once again not being productive to provide better service. For example on this visit I order a carafe of mimosa. She had to request it from the bar three different times. As we were seated in a booth across from the bar we watched as everyone was socializing with each other and prioritizing convos with their peeps. Our food came before the carafe of mimosa. Entrées for brunch: were honey chicken and waffles, 2 shrimps n grits one with a side of eggs, and fish n grits with a side of French toast . Everything was well seasoned, I was amazed at how much I enjoyed the grits. When I order grits, usually they require some doctoring up table side. The French toast was also surprisingly extra tasty. Everyone was completely satisfied with our choices and a couple of us were full so we took the rest to-go. Overall the food is good, the service can be tolerable if you get the right server and the music & atmosphere can be a vibe. However on both visits there were things and staff members that hindered the experience. Just A Note: There is an automatic 15% service fee added to the bill, it is a tip. However, I highly recommend if you get a really good server who provides great service despite the circumstance they are up against please tip them extra in CASH if you can.

A group of friends and I dined here for brunch on a Sunday. I suggest making reservations and…read moreplenty of parking is available. Upon arrival, there was about a five minute wait to be seated. Our waitress was extremely polite and knowledgeable. For appetizers we enjoyed the Buffalo and henny flavored wings. For entrees we ordered fish and grits and shrimp in grits. The fish and grits were underwhelming and lacked flavor. The shrimp and grits were tasty and plentiful A DJ provided music for entertainment and there were plenty of tvs to watch the current sports. The restaurant is spacious and inviting. I would visit again

Nostalgia breakfast time liver pudding and sunny side up eggs with hash browns and biscuits. Patsy…read moreCline played while I ate my meal just like eating breakfast at your grandparents house back in the day.

Had seven of our ROMEO lunch club here today and were very pleased with the food and service. This…read morewas our second visit to Angels. We had a ordered for: Two Hot dogs with chili, French Dip, Philly Cheese steak Biscuits and Gravy with eggs Three Chicken salad sandwiches (special chicken salad) Angel was our waitress and she took great care of us...following up with drinks throughout the meal. The Philly Cheese steak was great and the member said he'd have to bring his wife out to taste this soon. I had the French dip. The beef was very good with melted cheese and side of au jus. The Au Jus was a bit salty but had good flavor. I thought the bread was a bit weak...or almost too soft, but it held together well. I would've preferred a more crispy crust with the soft inside...this had a very soft crust. (The Philly Cheese Steak guy thought it was the best, however). Everyone liked the food and had no complaints at all. Our average rating was a 4.6 for the restaurant. Angel said that the next time we came we should call ahead a day or so and she'd make sure she had a caramel cake for us to get (the last time we were here one of the guys ordered a slice of that and said it was the best he'd ever had.). Nice place, very friendly.

Try Smoke It Up The…read morefood was SO GOOD! The ribs/meats were flavorful and tender, and the baked mac & cheese and beans were delicious! Everything was packed with comfort-food flavor. The atmosphere was nice and relaxed , and the service was friendly and welcoming! Definitely a good spot for a satisfying meal!

Great little spot just outside of downtown Columbia adjacent to the Fire Flys ballpark. This…read morelocation is outfitted with 20 yard containers customized for vendor cooking and serving. There are several bars and about 10 eateries of various types. On weekends, you'll find a DJ or some type of live music on stage. The open air seating area is great especially for couples and families. A real chill spot. They are also dog friendly, so bring the pup.

After five visits, I may not return. GREAT location for neighborhood. Some salads and some entrees…read moreare very good, but the inconsistencies of the quality is disappointing. One lobster salad filled with tail and claw meat, next one was mostly inner muscle meat, mushy, no flavor. They constantly change the menu apparently for cost savings. The wine list is ultra limited while they promote the purchase of bottles. They seem to be trying to find their niche and I hope they do, it will be without me and some of my more discerning friend's. Give it a try and see if it is a fit for you. The staff is friendly and upbeat but not trained to deal with quality issues.

Kudos to the host to offering to move our patio reservation inside on a sweltering day. It, along…read morewith the rest of the service, was thoughtful, prompt and attentive. Delicious beverage choices served in high quality stemware. Tasty deviled eggs, shrimp, goat cheese balls, sweet and savory flatbread and amazing lemon cake with strawberries. Top notch addition to the Columbia dinjng scene.

The food is refreshing, light, and satisfying. Portions are medium to large. Of special note is…read morethe Lentil soup. It is creamy, savory, and delicious! It's a must-have when you visit. Fattoush salad is light and lemony. Our server remembered us from our last visit two months ago and what we enjoyed-- friendly, helpful, and attentive. The facility is decorated well and clean, especially the restroom. Loopy Lemon does not disappoint-- plan a meal here when you visit Camden.

We came to Loopy Lemon on Christmas Eve and had such a great time. The food was amazing--super…read morefresh, flavorful, and so good! Everything we ordered was delicious, and the dips were especially yummy. The kids loved the grilled chicken and potatoes. It's always nice finding a place where the kids also enjoy!! The lemon bar dessert was so good and the perfect way to end the meal. Eating at Loopy Lemon really made our Christmas Eve feel extra special. We'll definitely be back and highly recommend it!