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A nice casual dining experience. Not crowded at all on a Monday night. Their strength is small shareable plates. My waitress Lauren G very knowledgeable about the menu so I took her advice. I started with a glass of Angels Ink Pinot Noir. I chose a dinner portion of Ostrich and Cavatelli, followed by a smaller appetizer size of Fire Roasted Oysters. The Ostrich was good, although not as complex as I expected. Portion was smaller than I expected for the price. The Oysters (4) were out of this world. Next time I return, I'll go with three small plates. My only other suggestion is expanding the wine menu. They should offer more reasonably priced house reds and whites.
My love wanted to meet our friends here for brunch and it was actually really good. First the restaurant is decorated beautifully. I loved the rustic feel, everything made out of liquor barrels, the lighting top tier. For appetizers, my friend got the crab Rangoon toast, and we got wings and deviled eggs. The toast was really good but I felt like it was one note, it needed something to cut the creaminess. The deviled eggs were so good with the cracklin chicken skin on top and the wings were crispy and flavorful . I think they were my favorites of the day. My bf got the lobster roll which he said was really good. The bun is toasted, the lobster is cold but he said it's not like ice cold, it's the perfect temperature. My friends said the shrimp and grits and chopped cheese sandwich were amazing. Only thing I'd say about the shrimp and grits is that the kale sitting on top like that is off putting. It could have been plated a little better. Unfortunately I forgot to take a picture of my food because it came out last but I got the grilled steak cooked medium rare and it was perfect ! They did put finishing salt which made certain bits really salty so I didn't like that. But other than that, everything was so good. I'd give the experience a 9/10.
First time at Prohibition & it was overall a pretty good experience. The decor and restaurant set up is really nice and they have a large selection of liquor. A lot of seating is provided and even a little loft area for a private area. The burger that I order was really good! That jam sauce was a great touch. The shrimp & grits unfortunately came out cold and didn't have as much flavor as we were hoping for. The chicken sandwich was also good and filling. Service was awesome, we really enjoyed our waitress. I would definitely come back and give some of the menu options a shot.
Service and seating was quick. Wasn't too busy. Ordered drink which took a while to receive, it was ok; Protaganist Golden ale. Brussels were very good and flavorful but a bit saucy. Street corn tostado was very good and delightfully tasty, could be a meal entree if ordered 2. Space was nice and not too loud but has live music stage which could change the vibe and comfort level. Look forward to trying pork chop in future.
The atmosphere was nice and inviting. The barstool was uncomfortable, the height of the feet was odd. The bartenders were nice and helpful. The crudo smelled a bit like fish, and was a bit stringy. The octopus was decent, but was overcooked and dry. The Brussels were delicious and tangy, but I always love Brussels. Both cocktails were delicious, the gin one reminded me of Christmas. 4/5 because of the disappointing crudo and octopus, otherwise great!
I have really been anticipating going to Prohibition . The vibe was completely different from what I thought based on pictures and social media posting. It's more of a tavern style restaurant with a very casual atmosphere. The menu was modified due to the holiday. The customer service was excellent. I ordered the tuna poke tacos. I would not order these again. I feel like there was something missing... maybe a sauce or slaw of some sort. I also tried the hoisin wings, brussel sprouts, and deviled eggs. The brussels sprouts were cooked extremely well, but the flavor and sauce (chilli lime) was not present in the dish. The wings were good. I'm not sure how they cooked them, but they were literally falling off the bone. I am definitely open to coming back after the holidays and trying some other things that I saw on their standard menu.
I have been to Prohibition twice. For context, I went to USC and lived in Columbia for about 3 years after graduating from college. One of my bigger complaints was the lack of bars to choose from outside of 5 points. Obviously Columbia has changed a lot and so we get Prohibition. I no longer live in Columbia but visit pretty regularly so when I'm in town I make it a point to try and stop in I ordered an espresso martini. I enjoyed it because it was a nice balance of coffee and froth. They also had watermelon High Noons as their seltzers, which are my favorite. The service was pretty quick, but I don't know how much this had to do with the fact that my best friend's husband knew one of the bartenders. I have not yet tried the food, so I might have to update my review once I get to. If you like a theme that is heavy on twinkle lights, I highly recommend Prohibition.
Enjoyed our experience here, my husband and I came here for a birthday dinner celebration. The food was good, it was a bit pricey for my liking. We definitely enjoyed the deviled eggs, we enjoyed different takes on foods we love. My husband tried the shrimp and grits, one of his favorite meals. He wasn't used to having tomatoes or spinach in the dish but said it was good. I enjoyed my burger! I loved the decor, my husband and I both love history and vintage items so we were excited to see how they were incorporated.. We had an entire conversation on a piece (the ships telegraph), it's funny how a piece of decor/history can create memories in completely different ways. We also appreciate the Valentines decor, it added a festive feel to the pub. Our server (I wish I could remember her name) was great, she was attentive, provided great suggestions for food and drinks, she kept our drinks coming and definitely made us feel welcome. It was a good experience, we cannot wait for our next visit.
Prohibition beat my expectations. I expected it to be gimmicky, but I left pleasantly surprised. I found the atmosphere to be quite space-y (looks great for attending a show or event). The food surpassed my expectations, particularly the red pepper dip. I also saw the teriyaki beef tacos and thought they'd be meh, but they were really quite tasty! Did not order entrees. I would say they should add a vegetarian/vegan entree option (or substitution) (beyond something mundane like a salad)- maybe I didn't look hard enough. The service was good but not anything to rave about. We were there at what seemed to be a relatively slow time of day/week (maybe 20% of the restaurant was full). Nothing bad to say here. The pricing was as expected. Pretty typical. Also, why no champagne on the menu?! Come on guys (lol, again, maybe I didn't look hard enough). So- 4 out of 5. Not knocking it because of any complaints, it's just pretty average for Columbia. Though I do think they deserve higher than 3.6 based on my experience.
Aside from our waitress who was sweet, our visit there was less than enjoyable. Restaurant almost empty during parents weekend. The manager on staff Thursday night 9/11 does not know how to take care of her customers. Tried telling us these salad were the same size as another we ordered with steak in it. She swore it was the same amount of salad so we asked her for a bigger bowl to show her it was not. Instead of fixing our concern, she brought out a new salad, tossed it on the table, which looked like it was thrown together. A second manager came over and did the right thing. Overall food was average and priced way too high! It's a shame because we were looking forward to having a good time and meal with our daughter during family weekend and the whole experience was just terrible.
My friend took me to Prohibition for my birthday. It just happened that it was during the time they were experiencing the Sippin Santa holiday pop-up. We were so excited to try this place because neither of us had ever been there. We walked in to a beautifully Christmas themed decorated bar with a fun vibe. We were seated upstairs, which gave us an amazing view of all the decor. Haley was our server and was great, offering great suggestions as to what was popular on the menu. We both ordered a drink, an appetizer to share and two entrées. The cheese ball appetizer was delicious! Great flavor but a bit small. My friend got the fried rice with steak and I ordered the chicken sandwich. Unfortunately, I ate a quarter of my sandwich before realizing that the inside of the chicken was still raw. When I flagged down a waitress, Kia, she could not have been more apologetic and said she would get me a new sandwich and the manager would bring it to me. After a few moments, the manager came up to our table with a new sandwich. She put it on the table and I cut it in half to make sure that this one was cooked. this woman said absolutely nothing to me i.e. announcing that she was the manager, apologizing for my raw chicken sandwich, ask us if there was anything else we needed, ask if my friend's food was OK. She did not say one word! She set the plate down and walked away. When I told our regular server, Haley, she was surprised and still very apologetic for the whole thing happening. It was a really fun Christmas experience simply because of all of the cute pop-up Christmas decor. I don't know that I would return for just a regular visit. I certainly will not be getting the chicken sandwich ever again if I do.
All I got were drinks, so have to go back there for food. The bartender was awesome and we had a great convo. The ambience is the best part truly, it's the perfect level of dim in there where you can have a really romantic dinner. I got the Manhattan and sat in their lounge area and it was really good!
29 days ago
Service was amazing food was delicious! Drink recommendations were perfect! Great atmosphere in the space, good music and lighting. Highly recommend!! read more
11 days ago
Other than the hostess who seemed disengaged and a bit sourly, our first visit to Prohibition was fantastic! The server Jersey was knowledgeable about the drink and dinner menu. She was pleasant and attentive. The restaurant is lively and very loud, we had to yell across the table to one another and yell when we ordering. The place has a small lounge area when you enter and seating on the main floor and upstairs. It has a nice rustic ambiance. The craft cocktails are outstanding. Our food was so delicious, the pork chop was very tender and moist, paired with the parsnips and charred greens was brilliant. My steak was flavorful and tender and the fingerling potatoes with the black garlic aioli was to die for. This is a great place for a celebratory event or simply a great place for an outstanding meal. Cant wait to return. read more
Our favorite date nights are at a tapas restaurant over the NC border so this was a risk, and paid off in spades. We started with sharing the crab ragoon toast and charred wings, which were perfectly seasoned and not "too charred". We moved onto the hanger steak to split and it was cooked perfectly as well. All dishes were portioned to be able to split and the presentation and taste were off the charts. My husband's IPA and my cocktail were also great pours. The cherry on top was the cherry mouse which we split, but easily could have enjoyed two as it was so yummy. Can't believe we waited So long to come to this adorable hangout spot and will definitely be back. The decorations were perfect and food even better. read more
4 months ago
A nice casual dining experience. Not crowded at all on a Monday night. Their strength is small shareable plates. My waitress Lauren G very knowledgeable about the menu so I took her advice. I started with a glass of Angels Ink Pinot Noir. I chose a dinner portion of Ostrich and Cavatelli, followed by a smaller appetizer size of Fire Roasted Oysters. The Ostrich was good, although not as complex as I expected. Portion was smaller than I expected for the price. The Oysters (4) were out of this world. Next time I return, I'll go with three small plates. My only other suggestion is expanding the wine menu. They should offer more reasonably priced house reds and whites. read more
My love wanted to meet our friends here for brunch and it was actually really good. First the restaurant is decorated beautifully. I loved the rustic feel, everything made out of liquor barrels, the lighting top tier. For appetizers, my friend got the crab Rangoon toast, and we got wings and deviled eggs. The toast was really good but I felt like it was one note, it needed something to cut the creaminess. The deviled eggs were so good with the cracklin chicken skin on top and the wings were crispy and flavorful . I think they were my favorites of the day. My bf got the lobster roll which he said was really good. The bun is toasted, the lobster is cold but he said it's not like ice cold, it's the perfect temperature. My friends said the shrimp and grits and chopped cheese sandwich were amazing. Only thing I'd say about the shrimp and grits is that the kale sitting on top like that is off putting. It could have been plated a little better. Unfortunately I forgot to take a picture of my food because it came out last but I got the grilled steak cooked medium rare and it was perfect ! They did put finishing salt which made certain bits really salty so I didn't like that. But other than that, everything was so good. I'd give the experience a 9/10. read more
6 months ago
First time at Prohibition & it was overall a pretty good experience. The decor and restaurant set up is really nice and they have a large selection of liquor. A lot of seating is provided and even a little loft area for a private area. The burger that I order was really good! That jam sauce was a great touch. The shrimp & grits unfortunately came out cold and didn't have as much flavor as we were hoping for. The chicken sandwich was also good and filling. Service was awesome, we really enjoyed our waitress. I would definitely come back and give some of the menu options a shot. read more
Service and seating was quick. Wasn't too busy. Ordered drink which took a while to receive, it was ok; Protaganist Golden ale. Brussels were very good and flavorful but a bit saucy. Street corn tostado was very good and delightfully tasty, could be a meal entree if ordered 2. Space was nice and not too loud but has live music stage which could change the vibe and comfort level. Look forward to trying pork chop in future. read more
3 months ago
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The atmosphere was nice and inviting. The barstool was uncomfortable, the height of the feet was odd. The bartenders were nice and helpful. The crudo smelled a bit like fish, and was a bit stringy. The octopus was decent, but was overcooked and dry. The Brussels were delicious and tangy, but I always love Brussels. Both cocktails were delicious, the gin one reminded me of Christmas. 4/5 because of the disappointing crudo and octopus, otherwise great! read more
I have really been anticipating going to Prohibition . The vibe was completely different from what I thought based on pictures and social media posting. It's more of a tavern style restaurant with a very casual atmosphere. The menu was modified due to the holiday. The customer service was excellent. I ordered the tuna poke tacos. I would not order these again. I feel like there was something missing... maybe a sauce or slaw of some sort. I also tried the hoisin wings, brussel sprouts, and deviled eggs. The brussels sprouts were cooked extremely well, but the flavor and sauce (chilli lime) was not present in the dish. The wings were good. I'm not sure how they cooked them, but they were literally falling off the bone. I am definitely open to coming back after the holidays and trying some other things that I saw on their standard menu. read more
2 years ago
I have been to Prohibition twice. For context, I went to USC and lived in Columbia for about 3 years after graduating from college. One of my bigger complaints was the lack of bars to choose from outside of 5 points. Obviously Columbia has changed a lot and so we get Prohibition. I no longer live in Columbia but visit pretty regularly so when I'm in town I make it a point to try and stop in I ordered an espresso martini. I enjoyed it because it was a nice balance of coffee and froth. They also had watermelon High Noons as their seltzers, which are my favorite. The service was pretty quick, but I don't know how much this had to do with the fact that my best friend's husband knew one of the bartenders. I have not yet tried the food, so I might have to update my review once I get to. If you like a theme that is heavy on twinkle lights, I highly recommend Prohibition. read more
Enjoyed our experience here, my husband and I came here for a birthday dinner celebration. The food was good, it was a bit pricey for my liking. We definitely enjoyed the deviled eggs, we enjoyed different takes on foods we love. My husband tried the shrimp and grits, one of his favorite meals. He wasn't used to having tomatoes or spinach in the dish but said it was good. I enjoyed my burger! I loved the decor, my husband and I both love history and vintage items so we were excited to see how they were incorporated.. We had an entire conversation on a piece (the ships telegraph), it's funny how a piece of decor/history can create memories in completely different ways. We also appreciate the Valentines decor, it added a festive feel to the pub. Our server (I wish I could remember her name) was great, she was attentive, provided great suggestions for food and drinks, she kept our drinks coming and definitely made us feel welcome. It was a good experience, we cannot wait for our next visit. read more
5 months ago
Prohibition beat my expectations. I expected it to be gimmicky, but I left pleasantly surprised. I found the atmosphere to be quite space-y (looks great for attending a show or event). The food surpassed my expectations, particularly the red pepper dip. I also saw the teriyaki beef tacos and thought they'd be meh, but they were really quite tasty! Did not order entrees. I would say they should add a vegetarian/vegan entree option (or substitution) (beyond something mundane like a salad)- maybe I didn't look hard enough. The service was good but not anything to rave about. We were there at what seemed to be a relatively slow time of day/week (maybe 20% of the restaurant was full). Nothing bad to say here. The pricing was as expected. Pretty typical. Also, why no champagne on the menu?! Come on guys (lol, again, maybe I didn't look hard enough). So- 4 out of 5. Not knocking it because of any complaints, it's just pretty average for Columbia. Though I do think they deserve higher than 3.6 based on my experience. read more
1 year ago
Aside from our waitress who was sweet, our visit there was less than enjoyable. Restaurant almost empty during parents weekend. The manager on staff Thursday night 9/11 does not know how to take care of her customers. Tried telling us these salad were the same size as another we ordered with steak in it. She swore it was the same amount of salad so we asked her for a bigger bowl to show her it was not. Instead of fixing our concern, she brought out a new salad, tossed it on the table, which looked like it was thrown together. A second manager came over and did the right thing. Overall food was average and priced way too high! It's a shame because we were looking forward to having a good time and meal with our daughter during family weekend and the whole experience was just terrible. read more
10 months ago
My friend took me to Prohibition for my birthday. It just happened that it was during the time they were experiencing the Sippin Santa holiday pop-up. We were so excited to try this place because neither of us had ever been there. We walked in to a beautifully Christmas themed decorated bar with a fun vibe. We were seated upstairs, which gave us an amazing view of all the decor. Haley was our server and was great, offering great suggestions as to what was popular on the menu. We both ordered a drink, an appetizer to share and two entrées. The cheese ball appetizer was delicious! Great flavor but a bit small. My friend got the fried rice with steak and I ordered the chicken sandwich. Unfortunately, I ate a quarter of my sandwich before realizing that the inside of the chicken was still raw. When I flagged down a waitress, Kia, she could not have been more apologetic and said she would get me a new sandwich and the manager would bring it to me. After a few moments, the manager came up to our table with a new sandwich. She put it on the table and I cut it in half to make sure that this one was cooked. this woman said absolutely nothing to me i.e. announcing that she was the manager, apologizing for my raw chicken sandwich, ask us if there was anything else we needed, ask if my friend's food was OK. She did not say one word! She set the plate down and walked away. When I told our regular server, Haley, she was surprised and still very apologetic for the whole thing happening. It was a really fun Christmas experience simply because of all of the cute pop-up Christmas decor. I don't know that I would return for just a regular visit. I certainly will not be getting the chicken sandwich ever again if I do. read more
All I got were drinks, so have to go back there for food. The bartender was awesome and we had a great convo. The ambience is the best part truly, it's the perfect level of dim in there where you can have a really romantic dinner. I got the Manhattan and sat in their lounge area and it was really good! read more
I came here after a long day of visiting my Alumna campus and stumbled upon this place for a couple cocktails. We immediately noticed how because the place is with its niche decor and an area that's very cozy and only for bar service which I thought was smart. He got the Main St. Manhattan and I got the Carolina Wren and we both loved our drinks. We're sad we never found this place when we lived in town because of the delicious dinner menu but we're glad to have given it a try. read more
2 years ago
Wow! I can't say enough good things about this restaurant. Our server was funny, kind, and engaging. He gave us great suggestions on drinks as well as food choices. Most of the menu consists of small plates perfect for sharing. I started with a Caesar salad with anchovies. Salty and delicious. I then had the shrimp fried rice. This is a larger portion entrée that I shared with a friend. Unfortunately, they were out of dessert that night, so we couldn't enjoy a sweet treat. The restaurant includes larger tables, high tops and also has an upper deck area for seating. As we were finishing our meals, they began to set up for live entertainment. The bar is beautiful and the bar staff creates incredible drinks. I will return every time I am near Columbia. Don't miss it. read more
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9 months ago
My friends and I made reservations for a Christmas girls night. The reason being we loved the Halloween experience. We had the absolute worst time!!! The menu was very limited, there are only so many rum drinks people want to drink. The waitress was friendly but the drinks being premixed doesn't allow for customizations and I absolutely hated my drink, I took and sip and immediately tried to send it back. The waitress wouldn't even ask or allow me to replace it. I ordered two appetizers as my entree and the shrimp looked and tasted like the frozen shrimp from Trader Joe's. The Brussel sprouts advertised as crispy were burned and mushy. And I felt sick after eating 4. One of my friends had no food options as a pescatarian who doesn't eat crab or lobster, because they were out of tofu already at 7:15 PM. Such a bad experience to have paid so much and to have looked forward to it only to be disappointed. read more
2 years ago
Prohibition is an upscaled southern restaurant that has a bit of uniqueness with it's tapas and other regional dishes. The place is very beautiful and I love the upstairs which is a bit more private and has a great view of the place. In the evening, there was a band that did covers and original songs and they were so good. The service was also fantastic, and very attentive. Overall the food was very good with just a couple misses. We started off with the crab deviled eggs and the shrimp fried rice. The deviled eggs didn't have much crab to make it stand out but I liked the texture and flavor of the dish overall. The shrimp fried rice was delicious, the best item in my mind, but be mindful it's a tapa dish so you likely won't be full off it. I also ordered the battered cod and fries, I didn't like the curry so I'm glad I got it on the side. The cod unfortunately was overdone and therefore a bit dry. The fries were very tasty! Lastly, the cocktails were delicious as well. The old fashioned was very good and had some uniqueness to it. The Carolina Wren was also tasty. Amazing cocktails but would have expected a bit more flair or garnish for the price. Overall restaurant is a decent 4 and I would come back for the drinks and fried rice read more
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Incredible service as a big group. Shelby handled our group with the best service. Food was very very good as well. Wings were 10/10 read more
7 months ago
Really great experience coming here. Came for lunch and it was crowded. Enjoyed a couple of small plates and they really were great. Enjoyed some Street Corn, Grilled 8 Oz Hangar Steak, Fire Roasted Oysters, Ricotta Gnocchi, a Lobster Roll, and a Tart Flambee. Our server was really nice and definitely loved the music. Love this spot for a laid back vibe and definitely need to come back for some live music for dinner! read more
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Prohibition's kind of a hard place to rate. Don't get me wrong, the atmosphere is top notch, and the drinks are good enough. However, it is very expensive and the drinks, as well as the service, are hit-or-miss. One time I went, the bartender was too busy flirting with girls at the bar that I had to ask three (3) different times for a glass of water, and I have been charged different prices for the same drinks as well. All-in-all, Prohibition's a cool place and I'm glad it's here in Columbia, I just think they need to iron out some of the details. read more
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