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    Just Us Cafe

    4.3 (172 reviews)
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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Veggie omelet (with cheese added), biscuit, and hash browns. Best hash browns I've had in awhile, seasoned quite well!
    Amy Lauren S.

    My friend and I came here to nurse our hangovers the day after the 2022 Midterm Elections. The night didn't go our way, and it was a long night with lots of booze. We needed an epic breakfast to make us feel better, and Just Us Café delivered. Just Us Cafe is a family-owned diner and local hangout that seems to have a crowd of regulars, but we felt welcome. The servers use Ipads to enter your order at the booth or table, which is very efficient and gets your drinks and food out quickly. We both had veggie omelets, and I customized mine to add cheese as well as an order of hash browns with onions on the side. The omelet was full of cheese and vegetables, and the hash browns were hot and crispy like home fries. My dining partner also had a side of catfish. As a pescatarian, I love that they have options that don't include sausage or bacon. Prices here are VERY reasonable, and our server kept us taken care of with drink refills and condiments. You also get a small discount if you pay with cash. I would return and recommend Just Us Café for breakfast.

    L Anthony F.

    Well, since my last visit the restaurant has changed hands to the son of one of the original owners. And thanks be to god the spirit of this restaurant is back. Thanks for the rescue! You won't get better home style like cooking in Columbia. No sir, nope!! Tell 'em CORNBREAD sent you!

    P H.

    What a fantastic breakfast joint so much so that it might be my new favorite. We all had omelets great taste delicious goodness. Very clean. It has a wheelchair access. Very busy but we received our food rather quickly. Reminds me of a place I use to go with Grandma. My kiddos and I will return

    Fried chicken sandwich.
    Kelly H.

    Delicious food. Served hot. The fried flounder was sooooo good. Not fishy at all and cooked perfectly.

    Corned beef hash, eggs, grits pancake and a homemade biscuit.

    Visiting SC and was referred by hotel staff to Just Us. As you walk through the door you are greeted by Ms. Brenda. She makes you feel like you are coming home even if it's your first time there. She was kind and made sure I was comfortable, which is nice as a solo diner. Megan is just as sweet and gave 5 star service. The food was hot and delicious. I even ordered my supper before I left. As a NYer I am picky and you have to really be good for 5 stars. They knocked it out the park. Great job to all working there especially the chef :)

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    Carl R.

    A small town eatery that won't disappoint. The inside is what you would find in a country diner, old worn interior needing updating. Table and bar seating is available. You will sometimes find the local mailman, policeman at the bar. All this just sets the mood. While not everyone knows your name, it is very hospitable. During my visit, the server was friendly and offered recommendations. I ordered the pancakes and bacon. The pancakes were very thick and filling, and the bacon was 4-5 large pieces which was very satisfying. I also was able to taste the home fries with onions. Wow! You have to order the home fries. It was recommended by the server and I am glad I tried it. The service was super attentive. I counted 13 employees working. That's impressive nowadays. This location is only open on certain days of the week and only during breakfast/lunch. Breakfast is served all day and highly recommended. I will be going back. So good!

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    A very racial insensitive establishment. The food is mediocre and service is terrible.

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    I haven't been in awhile but was a regular for many months. good food, nice staff, pricing is good, large portions.

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    Thanks CB. Hope to see you return soon!

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    All the food is homemade, delicious and reasonably priced. I loved the smoked sausage and onion sausage the best.

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    Best omelets and ambience in town! Definitely a repeat customer!

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    No masks, good food, cheap eating, and friendly service.

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    Let me make this simple... This place is legit, quick, delicious, cheap and friendly staff. Best breakfast place in Columbia hands down...

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