My mom and I walked in around 1:00 Saturday. There were 3 other couples at the bar. A gentleman…read morewalked in behind us. Jessie was the bartender. We sat down. She was so happy to see the gentleman that came in behind us. She mentioned she hadn't seen him for a while. We were ignored. She the brought us menus and I thought it was getting better. My mom ordered a mimosa flight and I got a Prosecco. The Prosecco was amazing but we never were able to taste the flight. We were hoping to grab a bite to eat and some drinks before we go shopping. She never came back but the gentleman next to me was able to get wonderful service and food. I am visiting my parents and was so excited to try this place with her. I am disappointed that we were treated as if we didn't matter or not as important as another patron. It would have been great to experience this place in a better light but sadly our experience was less than. I won't be coming back but I hope Jessie realizes my mom is such an amazing tipper but I'm sad you miss that. Maybe if we were of a different gender it would have been better.

Always super laid back and so many options!! There are always sports on the TVS and games on the…read moreshelves to play. Great place to be.

I went for lunch by myself a couple weeks ago. I had excellent service. The food was so good I…read moreordered the chicken scallopini. The food came out fast. The pasta was delicious the chicken was cooked perfectly. The flavors really sang on the plate. I had an espresso and crème brûlée for dessert. The music was great and I could tell the other diners around me were also having a great time. The whole restaurant worked in great harmony. I forgot to take a picture of the chicken scallopini because I was so hungry.

Not sure if ethnicity was a factor (I'm African American and my husband is Caucasian). We've been…read moreignored in restaurants and businesses before. So, we are veterans to disparate treatment , unfortunately. We sat at our table more than 20 minutes without anyone acknowledging our presence. Other guests were seated after us and their servers took drink orders within a few minutes. We told one of the employees that our server still hadn't come to the table, and she went to find out why. We decided to leave. I talked to the manager, and she offered to seat us in an area "with an excellent server" and a $25 certificate to make it right. But we decided to find another restaurant.

One of the nicer restaurants in Columbia but I have to say that the layout was just poorly set. I…read morehad to squeeze my way into the bar as the bar seats were all crammed together. The food and drinks were excellent (though I would only come here for a light meal) and the bartender was very knowledgeable. Though, I honestly didn't get a very interactive experience as my attempts to further interact with the bartender didn't result in anything. I typically enjoy wine bars for these interactions so it was quite disappointing to not get that here.

Every once in a while you get lucky. Little did we know Lula Drake was a Michlin mentioned…read morerestaurant...in 2024. Not sure WHY they are not still listed. Our waiter CAMERON knew his job was to GUIDE customers on their culinary journey...with spot on advice, provided with the same conviction as a Baptist preacher converting souls...we had a delicious and memorable journey indeed.

This place is truly a hidden gem! If you haven't tried it yet, you are missing out…read more My husband and I have officially made it one of our regular date night spots. It may be small, but it's packed with incredible customer service, warm ambiance, and delicious, mouthwatering food. I was especially impressed with the lobster rolls, the best I've had since Charleston. The lobster was fresh, sweet, and perfectly prepared. And let's talk about the bar! The drinks are perfectly poured and the bartenders are amazing, attentive, welcoming, and they make you feel right at home. Come hungry and be prepared to fall in love with a menu full of savory, scrumptious options. Between you and me, I might just have to try the whole thing.

My husband and I dined here for a date night. We went early, around 5, on Saturday. We were…read morethankful to be seated right away. What a beautiful, cozy restaurant. We were warmly greeted by the hostess, seated at a comfortable table and our server was fantastic!!! We enjoyed the crab dip as an appetizer. It is served with pita bread and was absolutely delicious!!! I highly recommend it. Five My husband had the surf and turd which was served with loaded mashed potatoes and broccolini. The steak was cooked exactly how he ordered it and was a large serving! Five I had the crab cake (which is technically an appetizer) and it was served with corn chowder. It was the perfect portion size for me after having an appetizer. Five I would eat this an appetizer or meal! I also opted for a side of mashed potatoes. Plenty of draft beer and a great cocktail/wine menu. We really enjoyed our visit and look forward to returning! What a gem!

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.

Beautiful way to start a long weekend on the patio at Gervais & Vine. This month's special wine…read moreflight is from Argyle in Oregon - a delight. The wine menu for the flight is actually embedded with flower seeds! Also enjoyed hot goat cheese dip, fingerling potatoes, Spanish meatballs and scallops. Everything was fresh and tasty. Sitting on the patio is a unique experience. We encountered a slight tilt, many overly load mufflers and some delightfully well behaved French poodles. Service was kind and attentive. Already looking forward to our next visit.

Great food and service. Nice wine selection. The place has a very cozy feeling and is easily…read moreaccessible. Highly 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!

Never disappoints - our go-to spot in downtown Columbia!…read more Christal and I have been coming to Hampton Street Vineyard for several visits now, and it truly never disappoints. Every time we walk in, we're greeted with that warm, welcoming vibe in the historic Sylvan Building - it's cozy yet elegant, perfect for a special night out or just a really great meal. The food is outstanding: seasonal, fresh ingredients shine through in every dish, and the wine list is impressive (no surprise with their Wine Spectator award). We've tried a variety of plates over our visits, and nothing has missed the mark - always flavorful, beautifully presented, and satisfying. What keeps us coming back (and recommending it nonstop) is how consistently excellent it is. We run Chestnut Cottage Inn just 4 blocks away, so we send our guests here all the time. Without fail, they come back raving about their meal and the great time they had. It's the perfect spot for visitors to Columbia - close by, reliable, and memorable. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and book a table. You won't regret it! Highly recommend for dinner or their weekend brunch.

We went last night to celebrate a birthday and were underwhelmed. I will say it's restaurant week…read moreand they were busy, but not full . To begin I had requested a window seat @6:00 for 2 which was not available. We arrived 15 minutes early , so I would have expected to be given the choice to wait for a window table or be sat , no offer made. And speaking of tables , the chairs are super uncomfortable and you notice that as soon as you sit, hard and straight . We ordered from the special menu , but it was offerings from the regular standard menu . My husband had the flat iron steak w broccolini for extra $10.00 up charge . Steak was seasoned well but very small 6 oz portion . Broccolini was a mystery , served almost raw with charred ends. Was too tough to eat or cut with knife. I ordered the Beef short rib w Brussels sprouts and parsnips. The beef was flavorful, tasted exactly like crock pot roast . Agin , the Brussel sprouts were hard as a rock, literally! When trying to stick the fork into it , it flew off the plate ! I love al dente vegetables but last nights were extremely undercooked with NO flavor at all.Without seasonings Brussel sprouts can taste like dirt , and these did . Desert was date sticky pudding which was excellent . Summary is for $165.00 dinner we left underwhelmed , hungry and looking for the nearest Taco Bell. I would like to note our server was great .

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.

My friends this is the best dinning experience in Columbia, SC. I travel for work and came across…read morethis hidden gem for dinner. Parking was a bit crazy but well worth the food and wine selections they offer. I personally recommend their Gnudi dish which features ricotta dumplings over slow cooked brisket with red pepper flakes. The dumplings were light and the brisket was tender. Put away the pepper and salt shaker because the chef has perfected the menu. Service was top chef and they performed at a Michelin level anticipating your every need. This place would be perfect for special occasions and events. They offer 25% off take home bottles of their special collections of curated wines. Also, there restaurant does not accept gratuity and donates any cash tips toward the World Central Kitchen. Thank you for setting the bar and I will definitely be back each time I'm in town!

Great location I wish I'd have found sooner…read more Came here for Valentine's Day dinner. Love the ambiance. Hunter greeted us at the door and was cool and very funny. The wait staff was aces. The food was excellent. I had The brusselsprouts / beets appetizer which was very good choice. I had the pork chop which was cooked perfectly and they even accommodated my request for a side of braised cabbage which was also very good. I didn't have dessert. Yes I'd come back!