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    Mad Cow

    4.2 (173 reviews)
    InexpensiveNew American, Burgers
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Carolyn D.

    So good! Burger made fresh to order and the fries were delicious! I've never been here before and the lady who took my order was super nice. Next time I'm in Columbia I'm definitely coming back.

    Evelyn D.

    I got a cheese burger with sweet potato fries and it was deeelicious!! I would highly recommend this place. Kind of a hole in a wall but the food was fast and made fresh. Service was fairly good, you order at the counter. Ambiance is classic burger joint, nothing too fancy.

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    Jazzy S.

    We had been wanting to try this place for several months, and finally came in. It was amazing!! One of the best burgers in Columbia, definitely. It is similar to five guys in that you order what burger you want and you can add whatever toppings without additional cost. Prices here are more reasonable though. Ambiance is a typical fast food joint. The staff was friendly, and answered all our questions well since it was our first time. - Cheeseburger (4.5/5): So yummy! Everything tasted fresh. Meat cooked and seasoned well. Solid burger! - Fries (4/5): These were pretty good, and pretty fat fries. I usually like my fries thin and crispy, but these were still delicious. And there is a complimentary cheese sauce, how amazing lol. And omg the portion size! 1 large fries is basically two big bags.

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    3 months ago

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    4 months ago

    This is my favorite burger joint in town!! Veteran owned as well. Delicious food and very quick service.

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    1 year ago

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    2 months ago

    Great prices and good taste, just remind them to put the bacon on the appropriate burger

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    9 months ago

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    4 months ago

    They gave amazing burgers and fries. Their prices are very affordable and the staff is very friendly.

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    5 months ago

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    5 months ago

    Amazing burgers!!! If you get a chance get I'm there and try the food. It's crazy amounts of delicious!!

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    10 months ago

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    9 months ago

    Very good burgers. A great variety to choose from. Several great toppings as well. Cheese sauce for fries nice addition.

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    11 months ago

    Super tasty! I got my burger lettuce wrapped and it was the perfect balance for my meal.

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    4 years ago

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    1 year ago

    Great burgers and fries at good prices. The restaurant is small, very casual. We will definitely go there again.

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    2 years ago

    Burgers were great and the were hot and crispy and very tasty. Restaurant was clean and comfortable.Staff was very pleasant.

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    Good cheeseburgers and fries. I had the Philly which was very good as week. Less expensive than Five Guys and with better fries.

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    Food was great I had a double bacon burger and loved it! Quick service! Felt like the prices were pretty comparable to 5 guys

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    3 years ago

    Love the food and great atmosphere as well I would highly recommend this place for a great cheese burger and fries

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