After a 3.5 hour drive in the rain, DeLucca's was my first meal in Columbia and what a meal it was!…read moreI ordered the beef lasagna which came with a soup or salad. I chose the soup of the day which was quite tasty. I can't remember the name but it was something with salmon in it. They brought bread to the table with a seasonal butter and it took me by surprise because it was quite good. The customer service was top notch too! I was definitely tired but that food made me glad I didn't just go straight to sleep once I got in town. I'd definitely return in the future.

We had a reservation for dinner and my friend and I arrived right on time…read more We were greeted and seated within a few minutes. Our waitress brought our menus and took our drink orders. As we sat there waiting and conversing, we noticed the size of this establishment. It is kind of small. There are two sides. The dining room was pretty full. Our drinks were brought out with bread and we places our orders. I ordered the shrimp Alfredo. It wasn't super flavorful. I ate the shrimp and left the rest. My friend ate majority of her stuff. I am not sure if I will return. Maybe if I'm on that side of town.

Really awesome authentic Italian food in Columbia proper!…read more Sauces are made in house, portions are great, but service was AMAZING! Our server Mattie knew the menu very well and made excellent suggestions based off what we liked. Really awesome all around experience, and they offer a military/1st responder/veteran discount.

I really wanted to like this place. The food was delicious and the dessert was also pretty good…read more Their service is where they lose their stars for me. I felt like I was being served by high schoolers. I felt like I was forgotten for most of my experience. Though I would like to add that the restaurant is very beautiful (especially their outside seating).

The food here is consistently good. I mostly come here for their desserts (made in-house) but their…read moreregular menu items are just as good. The bartenders are a joy to talk to. It can get very loud and crowded but the live music is still fantastic. I would recommend grabbing a reservation if you want a table or else you'll get dropped at the bar (which is my favorite place to be).

Cuisine: 8 Service: 8…read moreDecor: 8 Value: 8 Overall: 8 Just a fantastic Italian restaurant all around in downtown Columbus, SC. I have eaten here twice and loved both of my experience. On my recent visit, I was able to enjoy one of the best Caesar Salad in recent memory, as well as a delicious Mushroom Soup. However, the highlight had to be the Fish Of The Day. The phenomenal Crab Meat Stuffed NC Rainbow Trout had a wonderful saffron, tomato, and fennel broth with toasted fregola. I am quite shocked at how many good Italian restaurants are in this part of SC, but I am certainly thankful that my best option is not Olive Garden.

Food was great! We grabbed a seat at the bar and ordered a few items. Proportional, filling and…read morefresh. Pricey but worth it. My only complaint is it's an hour+ away from us. Keep up the good work!

So tonight was a complete delight. I visited this establishment with a friend who'd read positive…read morereviews and wanted to give it a try. To start, the service was spectacular. It was really nice to have servers who were kind and worked together to attend to tables as needed. The food was amazing. Very high quality and several cuts above anything you'll find in the area. They only serve pizza, but they do a damn good job of it. If you enjoy a good hole-in-the-wall establishment, this is the place to go. Also, they are a pioneer for the area in the "end tipping" movement. All of the food is slightly more expensive than you might anticipate, but it is WELL worth every penny. Shout out to Bean and Savannah for the EXCELLENT service!

Back in Sept (2025) I was in Columbia, SC with family yet again! On a Tuesday afternoon a few of…read moreus decided to slip away for an afternoon lunch and elected to give Travinia a try. Upon arrival @ 2pm the large restaurant was fairly empty with the exception of only a few tables/booths. Was this a sign to turn around an abort the lunch mission? Thankful, the emptiness was not a sign of anything ominous. Lol. We were promptly seated at an intimate booth and served by the oh so pleasant Shannon. She was extremely sweet and informative, as this was the first time trying out Travinia for each of us. We started with calmari for the table. We were speechless by how delectable it was. The mix of assorted pickled peppers with in the perfectly fried tentacles and the marinara, also with a little heat was so good. We honestly consider a second order. A couple of us started with Blood-Orange lemon drops and decided to select options from the lunch menu. We each ordered one chicken pesto Sando and one chicken parm sub to swap and share. The third in the party went rogue and opted for spaghetti bolognese and a mini loaf of garlic bread. Once entrées were served the table was silent... a sign that everyone was pleased. lol. My choice was the chicken pesto and I swapped half for the chicken Parm sub. Both were good, however the chicken pesto by far was the front runner. The pesto was well-balanced with the right filling-to-bread ratio. It was simply just very tasty and I wish I didn't agree to share the other half. The chicken Parm was ok, however, there was too much bread to chicken parm ratio and it lacked a little flavor. Both sandwiches were accompanied by a side of pasta salad that was also enjoyed. We all left full and happy and I look forward to returning when I'm inevitably bullied into visiting SC yet again. Just A Note: After review of the menu, they can be considered pricey. Nonetheless I suggest giving them a try for lunch if you want to check them out and definitely opt for the chicken pesto sandwich.

Wonderful service and truly delicious food. Everything was packed with flavor and came out fresh. I…read morehad a great experience and would definitely return.

Both higher-end and casual options depending on what you want. Small space so there may be a wait…read moretime, but we got lucky on a raining evening. The food was excellent. There are small bites to choose from as soon as you are seated which are easy to fill up on. We then ordered stuffed mussels - which were could-have-just-ordered-this-all-night delicious. Then I ordered the Cavatelli al Modo Mio, which was a perfectly al dente pasta and chopped squash cooked with sage and brown butter. Save room for dessert! We ordered the Dark Chocolate Budino which we would get again! So good. The wine selection is modeled after Venetian wine bars - the staff is friendly and very knowledgeable to help with recommendations to pair with your meal. We were excited about the Negroni selection and cocktails but need to explore the wine menu more next time.

This place is a true hole in the wall. The vibes are homey and they have outdoor seating that has a…read morelittle bit of a private feel to it. Our server was so nice and incredible. And the food. So amazing. I'm very particular about when I get pasta bc often times it is overpriced for what it is, which this place is still expensive, but their pasta is so so good!!! Can't recommend enough.

Booked a last minute reservation on resy for a table of 4 and was seated immediately. We had the…read morepleasure of getting Rachel as our server. Rachel was quick, witty and so sweet and had a way with the kiddos my daughter loved her. We started off with the cast iron goat cheese as the appetizer- solid and even the kids loved it. For our main course my daughter went with the grilled cheese from the kids menu that came with fries and a coke, my son just got a burger with everything but tomato from the regular menu and devoured the entire plate, I was torn between the Mediterranean bowl or the Baja bowl however Rachel recommended the honey harissa bowl with a crab cake and let me tell you it was amazing! Literally tasted so fresh and delicious, my husband was going to go with the steak however they unfortunately were out so he went with his second choice which was the creole shrimp and grits which he cleared the plate but that too was sooo delicious. All in all this place was a solid 5 stars all the way around from, service to atmosphere and flavor and just the freshness of the ingredients they use here. We live just 10 minutes away so I'll definitely be back.

I met one of my girlies here for dinner the other night and it was such a good experience. We sat…read moreoutside and the weather wasn't completely terrible, just a little chilly. Our waiter recommended drinks for us to start off. I had looked at the menu already so I knew I wanted to try the tuna tostada for an appetizer and my girl got the brick oven broccoli. The tuna was so fresh and melted in your mouth and it was perfect with the chili lemon mayo and capers, giving it a nice pop and spice. The tostada was cooked perfectly and had the nice crunch. The broccoli was cooked well , not hard but not soft and had some spice to it. I ordered the hanger steak with sweet potatoes instead of fries and omg it was so good. I got my steak cooked medium well, and it was perfectly cooked and seasoned. I loved the Parmesan on top of the sweet potatoes. It was the perfect pair. The drink I got was a white sangria which was sweet but not too sweet. You could def taste the wine and all the fruit flavors. My girl go the oven brick salmon and that didn't miss either. This experience was a 10/10 for me.

I decided to try the grilled octopus appetizer. It was very tasty. The octopus was perfectly tender…read moreand had great flavor from the grill. The Romesco sauce was just ok though. There was also a nice roasted red pepper and black olive salad that came with it. My only criticism is that I felt like the portion of octopus was small for $21. Then I decided to try the Boeuf bourguignon. This was definitely comfort food. A very tasty beef stew, but a bit different recipe than I'm used to for this dish. Theirs has potatoes, carrots, mushrooms, and onions. But the broth tastes like they might also use a touch of tomato paste. I could be wrong. Nonetheless, it was tasty and the thick broth was yummy on the piece of crusty bread it was served with. I'm tempted to come back and order the entree size of the octopus for $32 and see what the portion size is. Service was excellent. Very attentive.

Oh my - sensational. Went tonight for my birthday. The last 2 birthdays were celebrated at Halls…read moreand DiVino Rosso, both of which were extremely disappointing. But not Madrigal. The food is simply incredible. My husband had the Caesar Salad and the Boeuf Bourguignon. I had the Burrata Caprese Salad and the Rousseau Pizza. He gave me a shocked look when I went for the Pizza, but I'm not sure it's fair to call it pizza. Let's just say heaven on a crust! And I'm ready to go back and have the Boeuf. For dessert, we took the advice of our server and ordered the Ube Basque Cheesecake. Wow! (Pictured is the portion we brought home.) I'm a good cook, so when eating out, I expect to have a meal that surpasses my skills. And this most certainly did. The presentation was excellent. I don't give the ambiance a 10, but that's so secondary to the meal I just enjoyed. Thank you to Chef Emma and team!

I can't praise this place enough. The restaurant offers an immersive theme and a strong sense of…read morestorytelling--something you immediately notice when looking at the menu, which thoughtfully shares the restaurant's background and concept. Our server was excellent--attentive, friendly, and consistently checking in to refill waters and ensure everything was enjoyable. We were served fresh, warm bread with butter to start, which was a great touch. For my meal, I ordered the vodka pasta with added shrimp, and it was outstanding. The shrimp was full of flavor and paired perfectly with the rich, creamy vodka sauce. It was easily the highlight of the meal. Although I didn't have room for dessert, my family ordered the tiramisu and cheesecake, both of which looked delicious and well-prepared. You might wonder why the restaurant opens at 5 p.m., but the reason adds to its appeal--they spend the day preparing fresh ingredients to ensure the highest quality dining experience. That level of dedication truly stands out. Overall, this is some of the best Italian food you can find in South Carolina, and it's absolutely worth a visit.

What an amazing date night it was! Villa Tronco has been on our list for a while and I'm super…read moreexcited. We finally got to visit upon entry. Customer service was exceptional! Service was exceptional and our food arrived within 10 to 15 minutes. I got the Bolognese and my partner got the scallop piccata. Both dishes were absolutely exceptional perfect ambience, great food and a delightful historic setting. We will definitely be back.

This was my first visit to Pasta Fresca but it definitely won't be my last. I've driven by this…read morelocation many times and was always intrigued but never came in. Boy was I sleeping on it! They make all of their pastas and sauces in house! You can taste and feel the difference as the noodles have the perfect texture! I regret that I didn't take any pictures but opted to have the Salmon Pasta dish with angel hair and it was out of this world. The combination of salmon, bacon and squash worked wonderfully as it was paired with this beautifully bright lemony cream sauce. Our waitress was amazing and the food came out in such a timely manner. We also had the fried brussels to start and they were seasoned to the tee! It's a family atmosphere so you can come in jeans or dress up if you want to, but the food is definitely worth the visit!

When the bartender told me the special was tilefish with capers and artichoke hearts I knew it was…read moregoing to be a great dinner. This place continues to impress me, both with the staff, as well as the food.