I have been stopping at Cromer's P-Nuts for as long as I can remember. The service is impecable and the workers are always polite. Their peanuts are amazing, of course, but don't forget their peanut brittle and their fresh popcorn, truly some of the best. The ambiance is inviting and homey, bringing you back to simpler times. Be aware: they do not take tap to pay/Apple Pay at this business. Highly recommend! read more

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Yelp Fam! If you are looking for oiled peanuts I have just the place for you! So I went home one weekend, and my family started talking about this place called "Cromer's." Now, mind you, I had never heard of this place before, but they spoke highly of it. All I knew was that they mentioned Cromer's sold "boiled peanuts," and I was sold! If you know anything about me, while I don't eat boiled peanuts often due to the sodium, I absolutely love them--it's definitely a southern thing. Little did my family tell me that Cromer's also sells popcorn, and not just any popcorn--so many different flavors in small and extra-large bags! They also have other items like hot dogs, penny candy, BBQ sauce, and little trinkets for events. Let's just say we left Cromer's with several items. I got two bags of boiled peanuts--I think they were 24 oz. bags. I also ended up getting Cajun popcorn and white cheddar popcorn. My family grabbed some other fun flavors. My sister had one that reminded me of Cinnamon Toast Crunch, but I don't remember the exact flavor. We even picked up a few of their glass bottle sodas (so nostalgic) and tried their hot dogs. Man, they were good! You've got to get them "all the way" with chili, onions, and fries--talk about good eating. I make it a point to stop by whenever I'm in the mood for popcorn or boiled peanuts. And if we're in the mood for a hot dog, we know Cromer's won't disappoint. They also have a beautiful mural on the side of the wall, so if you enjoy taking pictures, it's a great spot to snap a few. The location looks pretty new, and there's plenty of parking. read more

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Great staff, great service. Perfect place to grab delicious boiled peanuts! My only knock was that the popcorn is full of artificial flavors and food coloring which is not good for health. I would return for the peanuts and the cotton candy samples were very interesting flavors such as chocolate and mint. I would suggest they revisit thier popcorn recipes for more natural and healthy coloring and flavors. read more

Stopping at Cromer's on our summer road trip has always been a tradition in our family. We first started coming about 20 years ago (old location) and have always been loyal customers. Our favorite items are the New Crop Boiled Peanuts and their fresh popped Popcorn. Of course, we always grab a soda or two to go with our peanuts and who can resist their bulk candy selections?! Unfortunately, lately we seem to always be stopping by when they are out of boiled peanuts... So I would *STRONGLY* advise that you call ahead if you have something (specifically boiled peanuts!) you especially want. For us, it was a bit of a disappointment... That said, we will try again the next time we are in Columbia. read more

Cromer's is such a great place and a real cornerstone to our community in Columbia, SC. The prepared popcorn with the flavors is excellent and changes up constantly! The popcorn is always fresh from the machine and corn dogs/fries/lemonade are all truly exceptional. But honestly the best part of cromer's is the service, that is exceptional. The two young women that were working on Saturday are very kind and make me feel great about supporting this business! They talk to customers and do a great job of fostering a community relationship. Great place, great staff, great food!! read more

The little things.... I love it here to walk in snack, and reminisce my childhood and all the old treats!

Cromer's has a great selection of popcorn. They also have a variety of concession treats like cotton candy sugar and candy apple mix. Hotdogs are also served and the chili dogs are delicious. The service is fast and friendly. Really great place if your a popcorn lover. read more

Been buying from Cromers for about 50 years both at Store and Online NEVER had an issue always On Time always Exactly what l ordered True Southern Specialty's NEVER UPDATED Just plain GREAT l love their Seasonal GREEN BOILED PNUTs Popcorn is like Being at the movies l hope to Order Shortly and sit back and enjoy TRUE SOUTHERN TREATS read more

Ordered a big bundle for a family reunion online. It made the perfect snack in welcome bags. Many commented and loved the taste and freshness. read more

A great bag of boiled peanuts at a baseball game or on a fishing trip is a thing of beauty. The peanuts here remind me of the trips me and my grandad use to take years ago while driving the country side. I'm very fond of the new crop boiled peanuts they cost a little more but worth every penny. A nice cold bottle of ginger ale goes well while eating the caviar of the south. With each bite you can truly pick up on the quality and flavor of the peanut itself served in different size bags. So I suggest you come here for nostalgia and veryhigh quality boiled peanuts. You may find me under a shade tree with plenty of shells and know that I once again I'm happy read more

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Haven't been here in years when it was located downtown. This location is very spacious. I got a small bag of cheese popcorn and a small box of butter popcorn; both were very fresh and tasty. I'll be returning soon for lunch to try the hot dogs. read more

I love Cromer's, guaranteed worst in town! I first came here four or five years ago when it was located on the corner of Huger and Laurel. I came for the One Million Cups (Columbia entrepreneurial events) on Tuesdays and stayed for the coffee, snacks and pleasant environment. My life has changed in many ways since then, but I still go back for giant trash-sized bags of popcorn for my kid's school and parties. We love all the fun snacks, gift bags, and festive treats as well as the classic style of Cromer's. The new location in NoMa is clean and fresh and is a great additional to the neighborhood. read more

"Guaranteed worst in town" is such a humble statement. I honestly couldn't remember when the last time it was I visited Cromer's, but I knew I wanted to make it here for popcorn with some southern charm. There's a cafe onsite for some simple coffee and specialty drinks. Free wifi is available if you feel like hanging out. We purchases one (1) 4oz. bag of "cheesy sweet monkey munch," one (1) 3oz. bag of "pecan double coated caramel corn," and two (2) 20oz. cups of coffee. I should have drunk my coffee slowly to go with the popcorn because they were on the much sweeter side. Well, many southerners would say "the sweeter the better." I won't contest. It's definitely not the worst; I want Cromer's and many other local businesses to continue to prosper and thrive. Places like Cromer's is often the best in many people's childhood and adulthood memories. It's time to get another cup of coffee to go with my pecan corn... read more

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The Best Service I have seen in a while!!!! I had a product that I wanted for some time and contacted Cromers to help assist me. Mr. Reed and has staff did just that. he contacted the company and arranged everything. he went above and beyond. BIG shout out to Cromers!!!!!! In a world that has lost it's way in customer service,this company is a beacon on a hill. Go Cromers !!!!! read more

I remember Cromer's from my childhood...except I remember it differently. I remember going to pick out candy for my birthday parties along with bags and bags of popcorn. In my four year old mind, there were rows and rows of candy. But my memory must be failing me. I wanted to share my memories of sugar and salt with my boys. We headed over late morning on Tuesday. There were a few patrons but it wasn't busy. There were about 6 barrels of candy. Maybe being 4 back in the day made it seem like 100s. You purchase the candy by weight (like Mast general). There is a wall devoted to prebagged popcorns, with size ranging from 4.39 bag and up. There are smaller bags of flavored popcorn in the 2.49 range. At the counter you can order food, sno comes, etc. While the shop wasn't how I remembered it as a child it still had "the worst" boiled peanuts-Mr Cromer's slogan (which I liked) and plenty of popcorn to satisfy whichever flavor you crave; whether no salt, traditional, white cheddar, caramel, USC colors, confetti colors, etc. My kiddos were not nearly as impressed with the in store experience as I was a kiddo. But they devoured the popcorn. The customer service was stellar and the shop was very clean. I'll be back, just sans kids. read more

Would have given them 2 stars last year due to several batches purchased lacked flair and stuck in the shell... not what you want in a boiled peanut... but recent trips have basemen excellent results. Either better peanut crop or a change back to how they used to cook them has made them my go to again read more

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Coming out of the pandemic last year I needed to get popcorn for a socially distanced movie event---for 500! Sooo popping and packing all that would have been impossible. Cromer's to the rescue! Steve from Cromer's by email answered questions to help me find the right product. I ordered and all 500 boxes arrived safe, on time and fresh. This is a first class operation! read more

I want to have a circus. Like, literally, I want to create a circus and buy everything from here. I also want to eat everything from here. While I found out I was definitely not a fan of boiled nuts (um, no thanks) I was a fan of the popcorn! But what you think begins and ends with a store full of popcorn and nuts, you look towards the back and there's a coffee shop with a full espresso bar and food! I enjoyed a tasty pecan latte, which the barista made less sweet for me by request (good thing, because it was on my higher end of the sweet tolerance level). Then I meandered around and realized they sold supplies for you to make cotton candy! Um, what!? I want to make cotton candy! And they sell gumballs. And candy. I mean, seriously, get me outta here and to the nearest circus, because I've got to join one! read more

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Big girls at the counter were really nice, but the one thing I wanted they were out of , the candy apples.

Cromer's is a Columbia institution! I remember going to the Dutch Square store when I was a child to see the monkeys. That's right... the store had adorable monkeys. While the monkeys are gone, the store is cooler than ever. Not only do they have all the party supplies you could need to throw a fabulous shin dig but they also have delicious treats - many different kinds of popcorn, peanut brittle, local cookies and spreads, and don't forget the boiled peanuts - "Guaranteed Worst In Town!" They've also added the Cromer's Cafe which serves up sandwiches and super yum coffee beverages. I recommend the peppermint latte! They also have a Shrimp and Grits special on Fridays so don't miss out on that. I know I'll be back again soon. The comfy couch in the cafe is the perfect place to lounge, sip a tasty beverage, and write my next review! read more

Customer service was terrible. Never looked or acknowledged my presence. The "staff" continued having a conversation as if they were the only people there. When I attempted to pay with my mobile wallet the young man said "we don't have Apple Pay like Walmart". I'm slightly confused because that has nothing to do with the customer not being able to make a purchase. I did not think it was fair to make uneducated and loud statements because your brand has opted to not have mobile payments so I advised him Walmart wouldn't have Apple Pay because they Walmart pay, he then says proceeds to go back and forth about why Mobile pay is a hassle. I leave to go get a card and upon my return the staff doesn't greet me AGAIN or acknowledge my return although it was only 15-20 minutes since I left. He rung my items up ask me to sign and I left. There was NO interaction, ZERO customer service, and zero reason for me to return! Here is coachable advice to your young staff: Always greet and acknowledge your customers Always be professional Never let your pride or ego get in the way of being a professional, it makes you look immature read more

Can I give this place 10 stars?! If you're a popcorn lover then this is the place for you. Popcorn has been my snack of choice since childhood (so 20+ years) I've never had better popcorn. An amazing assortment of flavors, I stopped through on a roadtrip just for the popcorn! Bought extra bags for friends and family and have since ordered more from their website. The BBQueso is to die for. read more

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I think Cromer's has survived these last 75 years on their marketing gimmick alone. I've tried their popcorn and peanuts several times and it never never impressed me beyond basic, generic popped corn/peanuts. You know those giant bags of popcorn you can go into Kmart and buy for $0.99? It tastes just like that, except you'll pay $6+ for theirs... The store is neat - there's no question about that - offering not just popcorn and peanuts, but barrels of candy, party/carnival fare, equipment, etc. It's quite nostalgic to walk through, and my daughter goes crazy in there... read more

They've got everything you need to plan a party: popcorn & snow cone machine rentals, loose wrapped candy by the pound or in huge bags, decorations, balloons etc. Then there's their homemade section with all sorts of popcorns & boiled peanuts. Be sure to try their version of Chicago Popcorn! It's called Cheesy Sweet Monkey Munch. They run the cheese popcorn thru the caramel so your hands stay clean when eating it. It's amazingly addictive! read more

I have never had boiled peanuts before and must say they have a pretty unique flavor. The store is quite nice and obviously very popular in town. read more

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While writing this review, I am am pigging out on the Cashew Double Coated Caramel Corn... It's too good. This place is really fun. I'd love to come back next time I'm planning a party. It's a little expensive, but for a celebration, it would be worthwhile. I did order a bbq sandwich, which was very disappointing for $6 (terrible little bun, microwaved meat that was yellow- to be fair it was mustard based bbq- and has mysterious tiny objects in it). I would not go back for the food. FYI- within the store there is a coffee shop called Jamestown Coffee Company. I actually had intended to go there, but got distracted by the popcorn! read more

This is a great shoppe to visit if you are in town. Lots of old fashioned candy, freshly boiled peanuts, popcorn, party supplies and a cafe. Love how old it is and the old times feeling. read more

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Another stop on my coffee shop tour. Tasty Americana. Friendly service. A few tables with chairs and a couch. I didn't explore the candy side much but there are certainly a large variety to choose from. Overall, cool. Served its purpose for my study time. read more

Fun event for young and old. Free snow cones and games for the kids. Buy some popcorn or peanuts keep them around for another 80 years. read more

Cromer's P-Nuts - Cafes Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

Cromers is like a candy land fantasy. So much to choose from! Everything always looks fresh and delicious!

Always good with boiled peanuts and popcorn for work. I haven't been disappointed yet. Thanks Cromers.

Best place in Columbia to hang out and sip the deliciousness of a cup of coffee or tea! Also , best boiled peanuts and popcorn! Their gift baskets make a unique gift, that would delight! All the employees are very helpful, and are located thru out the store. They carry many unique items that you can't find anywhere else in Columbia! We were able to totally decorate our business for the 4th of July for only 40$! Anyway, I hope you will go there, you'll love it! read more

My parents used to take us to the Cromer's in Myrtle Beach growing up. This one isn't as flashy and touristy as I remember that one being, but the roasted peanuts are the best I've ever had. They also sell the Coca-Cola from Mexico in the glass bottles made with real sugar and have a ton of affordable party supplies, which is nice for downtown Columbia. Next time I will definitely try the boiled peanuts. I do wish they had some of the joke/gag/magic gifts I remember from the (now closed) Myrtle Beach location. read more

For the sugar rush and great taste, this is the spot for the sugaryholics. I'm in candyland read more

Most people are rightfully skeptical of popcorn that comes out of a bag pre-popped but it is always fresh and awesome at Cromer's. Now when I don't have time to cook for a potluck, I get some popcorn. Always a hit. They also have it in tons of cool flavors. read more

Best boiled peanuts in a great place to have a birthday party!can't go wrong with the prices the people are amazing and nice the hotdogs are delicious read more

There is absolutely no better popcorn in the world! I have decided that instead of buying those dorky tin cans of popcorn at Christmas time, I'm going for a gigantic, yellow bag of Cromer's popcorn! So put that in your kettle and pop it rin - tin cans! read more

I have been there more than few times now and I can't get enough of this place. Without question the best popcorn, boiled peanuts & peanut brittle I've ever had. You must try the peanut brittle. Plus, since they added coffee it is now on my "must visit" list at least a couple of mornings each week. read more

They brought my favorite flavor back-Slow Burn! Tried a new flavor, Apple Pie Spice Caramel...so good. Great place for flavored popcorn and cotton candy. Haven't tried anything else. read more

It seems like this place has been in Columbia forever, and when you stop in, you'll see why they've been around so long. I stopped in for some popcorn and supplies for a party i was throwing. They have a big selection of popcorn and other goodies. Their coffee is good too. read more