I am not sure how this restaurant 'only' has 4.2 starts! It should be 5!!…read more About 3 years ago, we tried Halls Chophouse of Charleston and was undeniably impressed by the quality of the steaks, sides, and the service. Since we were in the Columbia area, we had to come back! The service here is top-notch, and ALL high end restaurants should take note. Servers and managers are always standing around in the hallway practically waiting to help you, are there to start conversation and make you enjoy your experience. Our waitress constantly came around to check on us. Great work! In Charleston, we got the prime rib and loved it. So, as a result, we got the prime rib again AND loved it again! It was just like how we remembered it; tender and great flavor. Their sides come in large portions (shareable). They do have great mac-and-cheese. It kind of gives us like a Spanish vibe, probably because it consists of a certain spice or Jalapeños (my guess), but that does not make it spicy! All it does is adds complexity to the flavor. For dessert, we shared the cookie skillet. It comes with ice cream on top with chocolate syrup and caramel on the side. Crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside.. that's how we like it!! I highly recommend you give Halls Chophouse a try. You will not be disappointed!

We came here on Mother's Day (we were a party of five) and we were seated immediately as we had a…read morereservation for an early dinner. We were greeted pretty quickly by our server, who did a steak presentation of the different cuts of steak, and then we placed our drink and appetizer orders. We got calamari as our appetizer, and we also got bread, which was complimentary. The calamari was good with what I believe was a sweet asian sauce drizzled on top. My husband and I split a Caesar salad; additionally, I got the scallops (which came with risotto) and my husband got the rack of lamb. My scallops were perfectly cooked, sweet, juicy, and nice and plump. The risotto was so disappointing; I didn't like it at all and only ate a few bites. My husband said his rack of lamb was fine, but nothing to write home about. We got some sides for the table, which included asparagus with hollandaise, collard greens, and the pepper jack creamed corn skillet - the creamed corn was bomb, it was so yummy and flavorful, the collard greens were also quite good, the asparagus on the other hand seemed to have no flavor. We ended the dinner with the bread pudding and I was unimpressed; my parents said usually it's much better, so perhaps it was an off day. Throughout our late lunch/early dinner there were gnats in the dining room we were in, which was super annoying. All in all, it was fine, but not great and certainly not worth the price.

We stopped in, and you should too. After a bit of a slow start due to their staffing issues, our…read morewaitress was personable and attentive. The menu has great choices that I haven't seen elsewhere. I ordered chicken salad in a bread bowl, and it was really delicious. The bowl is topped with cheese and popped in the over, so it arrives hot. The bread bowl had a wonderfully crispy crust and tender inside, and the chicken salad was warm and tasty. I've had soup bread bowls, but not hot and crispy, and of course, not chicken salad. The sides menu is a long list; I chose onion rings. They were plentiful, crunchy, and very flavorful - as far from the heavily breaded limp onion rings most places serve as you could get. We ate in the late afternoon, but the place still had several parties like us. We liked the vibe, casually upscale, and unpretentious. Go!

We had 8 members from our lunch group here today for lunch. Great service...waitress set up a high…read moretable for eight and took our drinks quickly. We had three orders for the Madarin Chicken Salad, two pizzas, a prime rib sandwich, a hamburger, and a chicken wrap. Also had a side order of the truffle parmesan fries. The fries were great and everyone liked them. The Mandarin Chicken Salad was also very good, loaded with mandarin oranges, crisp lettuce, nuts and tons of other goodies. The salad dressing was fabulous. All three of us liked it. Pizzas were great and so was the hamburger and wrap. All in all it was one of our top rated lunches this year. We rate everything on a 10 scale so it ended up with a 9.25 average...so half to give it a 5 based on the Yelp 5 star system.

We've been to Cork and Cleaver a handful of times now, and while the food is good, the real reason…read morewe keep coming back is the bar experience. The cocktails are AMAZING -- seriously some of the most unique and delicious drinks in the area. They're creative, flavorful, and beautifully made. Nikki, the bartender, is an absolute gem. She is so kind, welcoming, and incredibly helpful when I'm feeling indecisive. I can tell her what flavors I'm in the mood for, and she'll make something off-menu that ends up being perfect every time. The fact that she remembers me and my boyfriend even though we've only been 3 or 4 times says so much about the level of care and attention she gives her guests. The food is pretty good overall, but for us it doesn't quite match the price point. That said, we happily sit at the bar because the drinks and service make it completely worth it. If you're going, grab a seat at the bar and let Nikki take care of you -- you won't regret it!

Everything was exceptional but the steak. The service, atmosphere, ambience, presentation,…read moreappetizers and drinks, all 10's, but the actual steak was flavorless. Not even the taste of salt to it. It was cooked perfectly and had a great grill/ sear to it though. I had the 12oz dry aged ribeye. I was so excited to try it but it was so disappointing. I had to ask for steak sauce. A steak house should master the steak in my opinion. I don't go to a steakhouse to try other proteins. I want steak. If they improve this they will be excelling in fine dining steakhouse for sure!

The food and drinks they served were all great. The beef tartare in particular was very fresh and…read morehonestly some of the best I've had. My only critique is the price. I felt like it was slightly overpriced compared to the average (West) Columbia market for what you get. The waitress was pleasant and she did a great job handling our orders. The restaurant is placed in a fantastic location. You get a view of Meeting St and of the bridge heading into downtown. The inside seating was a lot smaller than I expected so I would definitely take the rooftop whenever possible, but I don't believe the rooftop is open for reservation.

Cool restaurant with rooftop. Went on a chilly October day. Sat upstairs in bar area with plastic…read morecovering that kept us warm but blankets available if need be. No kids menu on site but I had it on the website. Son had buttered noodles, husband had veal Milanese and loved it. It was on mashed potatoes. I had risotto which was delicious but very rich. Went hungry and was full 1/3 way through. App menu had changed seasons while there and we had the ricotta which was awesome. Nice place probably really cool when it's warmer out. My cocktail was rich, not too sweet, strong and awesome: crime of passion

My wife and I had our Anniversary dinner here and the food was great, but at the price point, THE…read moreSTEAK WAS AMAZING! Olivia was our attentive server who made some excellent suggestions based on our tastes, and at our request took a few pictures of us to remember the evening. There are some other steakhouses that can empty out your wallet/purse, but have a slight bit of buyers remorse after. I felt the service, portions and food were a bargain at the price point. They even offer a 10% military/veteran discount, enjoy!

As fellow small business owners, we understand firsthand how difficult the restaurant industry can…read morebe, which is why writing this review is not something we take lightly. We just left Bone Appetit after celebrating our daughter's birthday and our 21st wedding anniversary, and unfortunately the experience did not match the occasion. There were definitely some positives. The first set of wings, the eggrolls, the salmon, and the lava cake were all enjoyable. Unfortunately, the rest of the evening became increasingly disappointing. The crab dip was advertised as sizzling hot, but both orders arrived only warm. We waited over an hour for our food on what appeared to be a fairly slow evening, and to be clear, we had no problem with the wait itself. We understand quality food can take time. The issue was waiting that long and still receiving food that was cold. The steaks were not cooked to the requested temperatures and were also cold when served. The tomahawk steak especially was disappointing because it had a noticeably gamey flavor around the bone. I'm not sure whether it was the seasoning or rub used, but the flavor was off-putting. The cheesy potatoes were the only item that actually arrived hot. The Brussels sprouts were mostly dry leaves with barely any actual sprouts. Another issue was the inconsistency from plate to plate. The second and third orders of wings were noticeably different from the first batch. We chose not to send food back because we understand food waste, kitchen pressure, and the challenges restaurants face. We simply wanted to enjoy the evening and make the best of it. Still, after such a long wait, leaving unsatisfied was disappointing. What stood out most was that the owner was nearby, aware that concerns had been brought up, yet never came over to check on the table personally. This review is not about seeking compensation or attacking a local business. It is simply honest feedback from customers who truly wanted to enjoy and support a local restaurant during an important family celebration.

One of the best burger spots in the Columbia area is located in Cayce, SC! The Kingsman will treat…read moreyou like royalty with the size and taste of their burgers. My favorite is the Palmetto Burger and I always add bacon. (It's a ribeye burger btw). Also they have a hidden menu item called the Pizza Burger... You must try it!

I ordered take out for a burger and salads and they forgot to make my burger but still made me pay…read more Would not answer phone either, had no way to contact staff to get a refund or any information. Would not recommend.

The bar is everything I look for from a cocktail bar - spacious yet cozy, dark with enough light to…read moreread what's in front of you, and quality drink. The cocktails were the star of the night - ranging from $11 to $13 - both their classics and house creations were well balanced and worth trying. Table service was provided with attentive wait staff who weren't overbearing. The only miss for the night was the food. While certain items like the fries and the Brussels sprouts were great, other items like the burger and duck tacos didn't hit the mark with a burger that was too dry and overly charred and the tacos which were too gamey and could have used a some more acid. For a drink I'd certainly visit again, but would likely pass on food.

We came here for dinner and drinks on a date night. The environment is nice and cozy and when you…read morewalk in you see a beautiful dessert display! We of course had to try a slice of peanut butter cake. My husband loved it (he picked the dessert). I picked our drinks and they have an excellent drink variety. We started our meal with the queso tots and they were delicious! Wiped them out! I ordered the lobster mac and cheese and he got the philly cheesesteak. He absolutely raved about his sandwich and said it was the best he ever had. I wouldn't order the lobster mac again but it was presented beautifully. I look forward to going back and trying the mussels. I saw many of those orders coming out and definitely looked so good! Great spot to check out for drinks, desserts, and a bite!

Perfect place for an amazing dinner right before catching a show! The holiday cocktail menu was…read moreinteresting, but the hubby opted for a smoked bourbon. It delivered on smokiness to the point of entertaining me too! My glass of rose was great, a normal choice for me. The gumbo had excellent flavor and the small whole bird on top was such an interesting presentation. The crispy skin had great flavor as did the chicken itself, complemented the creole flavor of the gumbo perfectly. I hate to admit that the tomato broth, dare I say gravy, kind of stole the flavor show. We both loved it. I nearly forgot I had grilled bread to accompany it as I was spooning up mussels and the delightfully flavorful tomato broth. Service was totally on point until the very end, when getting our check was a bit slow. We had a new server respond to our rescue though, and they did discount our check a bit, which was more than we were expecting. The seating arrangement for us ended up being at a communal long dining table, not a private booth. It wasn't our first date, and we loved being in the middle of the room and watching all of the dishes and drinks flow by. The view of the booth tables by the window would also make for a great view when the street is busy with ample people watching. Great experience, would definitely recommend. Take note, they do not take reservations so either come early or allow time to wait.

Not my favorite, just very average. Pork chop had good taste…read morebut didn't stand out and even on a weeknight, service was pretty average. Great spot if going for drinks but should be low on the list for dinner spots.

Excellent space for post competition eats! Large space on our own for our kiddos to play without…read moredisturbing other patrons. The service was kind and understanding. Great ribs and Philly cheesesteak.

Giving it 3.5 stars because of our server Gabbi. She was a 10 from the start!…read more Gabbi (sp), greeted a with a smile and was super knowledgeable and efficient. This is a pepsi not coke house as an FYI. Murray's menu has lots of variety. Gabbi made suggestions that we appreciated...The appetizers were excellent. (cheese curd), I had the half rack, it was tender and delicious. We did have an issue with an "undercooked" burger entree that Gabbi addressed and made right for us. All in all a good overall experience. There is plenty of parking and, there are pool tables off the dining floor if you choose to linger for awhile.

My friend hosted a private party of 32 guests at the Divine Street location on yesterday in…read moreColumbia, South Carolina, and unfortunately, the experience fell significantly below expectations. Our server was initially polite and seemed attentive. However, it quickly became apparent that one server was assigned to manage our entire party without additional support. For a group of this size, that decision ultimately impacted the entire dining experience. It took approximately one hour for drinks to arrive and an hour and a half for appetizers to begin coming out. By that time, most of the party had already arrived. Despite notifying the server twice, I never received my appetizer, even though everyone else at the table had been served. I was told he was "speaking with the manager" about it, but the issue was never resolved. Entrée orders were not taken until nearly two hours into the event. When the food arrived, several guests who ordered medium steaks were served steaks that were clearly rare. When this was addressed, the server insisted the steaks were cooked properly and stated that visible blood was correct for medium doneness. There was no immediate offer to have the steaks remade, which led to unnecessary tension at the table. Additionally, drink refills were not offered proactively, and appetizer plates were not cleared until a patron specifically requested it -- and that occurred after entrées had already been served. Basic service flow was noticeably absent throughout the evening. When we requested to speak with a manager, the server stated he could not retrieve one because he was assisting other guests. I ultimately had to personally locate the manager on duty. The manager did listen and offered to comp my meal, which I declined after we had already been seated for nearly three hours. As a local food reviewer, I understand the challenges of the service industry, especially with large parties. However, staffing a group of 32 with only one server is a management decision that directly impacts service quality. This experience felt less like an isolated mistake and more like a preventable operational issue. LongHorn has built a reputation for quality food and dependable service. Unfortunately, this visit did not reflect that.

This place should be shut down. They have pest infestation. They have a C rating on the door. Eat…read morehere if you want to get sick. Would not recommend. https://pubdoc.dhec.sc.gov/inspection/0302f1d6-3d88-4ae8-bb2a-dc5feb33ad22.pdf