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    Halal International

    4.5 (31 reviews)
    InexpensiveGrocery, Halal
    Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Alyssa G.

    I can vouch for the takeout here since I've never had the chance to eat in the restaurant, but always a 10/10! I've been craving some authentic mediterranean cuisine for a long time and this never disappoints. The chicken shawarma is so deliciously seasoned and the samosas are so crispy (be careful they have a really nice kick but it will hit you!). The Baklava is my favorite I've ever had hands down with how the phyllo is soaked so nicely in the honey. It never disappoints and I still have to make my way through the rest of the menu. One of Columbia's best kept secrets!!

    Family platter with lamb kebabs, chicken kebabs, lamb shank, gyro meat,  fried tilapia, spicy rice, salad and pita bread.
    Pj P.

    Great little restaurant tucked next to the Halal International grocery store. The food is home made, huge portions and the family working there are very friendly. We really enjoyed the family dinner and the opportunity to eat at a traditional floor level table as a family.

    Expanded store with restaurant!
    Barbara K.

    I've been coming here since we moved to Cola 6 years ago. They're expanding the store and added a restaurant! Further expansion will have produce. I do a lot of Mediterranean cooking, so this is my go to spot for spices, beans, tahini, olives, capers, cheeses, etc. Now it's going to be in rotation for lunch and dinner!!! Super stoked about the expansion!!!

    Ginger and garlic paste then some Armenian string cheese

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    8 months ago

    The counter is in the back! Friendly workers. Chicken Shawarma wraps were great! We will be back!

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    They have teff to make your own injera. The black mulberries are delicious and good for a low sugar snack.

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    the shawarma were small and the hummus had no seasoning and the grape leaves were but Ong fr fr G.

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    Overall the staff was really nice especially the young butcher working today. I was able to find everything I needed and more!

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    6 years ago

    Friendly staff and authentic Arabic food! This is where I go to get all of my ingredients for Middle Eastern cooking!!

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    4 years ago

    Good selection of otherwise hard to find items. Reasonable prices. Had fun trying the unknown too.

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    Great service and great place. his shawarma is excellent.

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    Everything I want for Middle Eastern cooking is here, as well as many grains and lentils that cost three times more at Whole Foods.

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    4.2(91 reviews)
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    Just moved back to SC and was looking for a natural market with a mix of healthy options. I really…read moreenjoyed exploring Rosewood market, there was so much stuff that impressed me. It's such a cute shop located in downtown Columbia. The staff were all very friendly and welcoming. They have so many alternative food options and herbs to choose from. There was a wall of some of the best herbs out there and their vitamin/supplements section had so many different and rare options that you don't normally see in stores. They also sell local items which is always nice to see and a preference for me when shopping. There is also a hot food section with some really delicious options. Perfect for a quick lunch break. I tried the vegan meatballs which were made with pea protein and were so delicious. They had the perfect meatball texture, seasoned really well, and the sauce that came on it was so good. You also get 3 sides and a house-made sauce, so I choose spaghetti squash, potatoes, and broccoli with the spicy mayo sriracha as my sauce. All the sides had really light flavors in terms of seasoning, but were all still really good. The sauce was also really good. They really fill your plates up so you definitely get more bang for your buck. They provide an outside seating area as well as utensils so you can eat and enjoy your food. Don't skip the desserts by the deli, there were so delicious options that provided gluten free and some vegan treats. I also saw that they offer free yoga every Sunday at 2pm and Wednesdays at 6pm! I will definitely be by for yoga and back to shop more and try more of the deli meals!

    I love Rosewood Market, and it's really a staple of the local community! I love shopping here due…read moreto the fact that the vast majority of items are locally and freshly made, making it easier to support state farmers and local businesses, and ensuring that your produce wasn't sitting in the back of a truck for weeks before you buy it. They also have a lot of niche items that you can't find at your big-box stores, making it great for specialty-product lovers (in my case, coffee!) like myself! My only gripe, and the reason for four (4) instead of five (5) stars, is that it's VERY expensive. Let me reiterate that I like to support local businesses, and I completely understand that items are not going to be quite as cheap as the major grocery chains; but, some of the products are so expensive that I can't justify spending that much money on them. As such, I can only go to Rosewood Market to buy an item or two, and can't shop there as much as I'd like to. Anyhow, I do love Rosewood Market, and would encourage everyone to at least stop in!

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    Whole Foods Market

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    3.5(99 reviews)
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    Was in need of a few items today so I decided to take a dash at one of my favorite stores. Whole…read moreFoods Market never disappoints me. They always have what I need along with me filling my buggy with items that was not even on my list! This is a great location to get your groceries, taste some cooked food and get to see some friendly faces. The customer service is great and the store is spacious for you to roam around. Overall I definitely recommend this place if you are looking for a great place to gather what you need!

    Love to shop here for food they have a great produce selection. The past 2 times i've came to shop…read morehere the same woman had checked me out. I don't remember her name but she is an older woman who wears glasses. She has been very rude and dismissive with me both times. The first time she didn't even really acknowledge me and one she was done ringing everything up and I paid she just threw the receipt on the table for me to grab. That alone felt very unprofessional when that is really her only job to provide good customer service and ring customers up. This time I went today and she was checking me out. She said how are you and i said good how are you and she said nothing. She then started bagging up my fruit and when she handed me my first bag she said "here's your bag of a ton of fruit" in a sort of annoyed tone which I just laughed off. Then she started putting my stuff in a second bag which was like a pineapple and some soup and then dropped the grapes and the peaches from a height on top of everything almost throwing it in the bag which was pretty inconsiderate. The next part is why i'm the most upset about this experience, she dropped the bag from a height onto the table basically throwing it you could hear it drop loudly on the table. And then she didn't even give me the receipt once again she just left it on the table for me to grab. I haven't had any other problems with ANY of the workers they are usually very sweet but that woman is very rude and unprofessional so watch out for her especially if you're buying fruit!!!!

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