This time I asked the owner for recommendations. He was very friendly, asked me some questions…read moreand gave me some guidance. I had the werewolf with a side of collards. So good! Everybody I know loves their Granny's collards best, but I swear that these are truly outstanding. The werewolf was great, I really liked the slaw/collard/mayo synergy, with a generous amount of roast beef. Service was great today, so I am assuming my previous visit was the exception. Every time I pass through (or near to) Columbia, I shall be back.

Ollie and Finn's Counter…read more Tucked away in a little brewery near the Columbia square is this little sandwich shop. I have been recommended this place by multiple people throughout the years and finally got a chance to give it a try. (Well, I say that but mainly because I go to Gold's Deli everytime I'm in Columbia. So it was time to share the love) They have a pretty large menu of various sandwiches, I wish I had grabbed a picture of them. I asked the cashier if she had to pick one sandwich which one would it be, she gave me a list of about 3 that all sounded amazing. The fourth she suggested was if you're overwhelmed or unsure just get the Italian. I LOVE Italian sandwiches so that is what I ended up with. Everything here is fresh so I waited about 5-10 minutes for my sandwich to get made. I will definitely be trying out some of the more adventurous creations next time but this was so good. This Italian has a freshness to it that I have a hard time describing but their olive oil blend is lovely, the olives, banana peppers and lettuce helped with that fresh taste as well I'm sure. The bread is incredible! It taste house baked, crisp outer crust with a pillowy interior. The house chips were also really good and salted perfectly. The inside is cool, it's a microbrewery and there's subtle like alien themes throughout? Overall can't wait to try it out again, stop by if you're ever down in Columbia!

OMG! Their croissants, baguettes, sourdough bread, and danishes are to die for. Everything is fresh…read morebaked in house. My husband loves the chicken cordon bleu sandwich. He said it was soooooo goooood! There are varieties of jam and jelly to purchase. They also have T85 Organic flour and bread flour for sale as well. If you love French bread, this is the perfect spot for you. Friendly service and a homey atmosphere. My husband and I already signed up to be a regular customer here! Can't go back to the grocery store bread :)

The sandwiches are good. They have stiff competition with Gold's (best lunch counter in middle…read moreTennessee, about 100 yards away), Bruno's Italian (other side of Columbia) and Boot Stomping BBQ (same building - top notch). The restaurant itself is in an old industrial building, the CAB, that has been a number of establishments just in the past 4 years. I don't know why most places can't sustain themselves in this location, but my guess is that they are hidden and if you don't know they are there, you'll never find them. The menu is limited to about an about 8 or 9 different sandwiches. The matador is a good, traditional roast beef sandwich. Again, it's not going to knock your socks off, but it's good. Sides come separate. Here's the rub though, the couple of times I've been in, nobody has ever been very friendly. You go into Gold's or the BBQ place, you get a warm welcome and good conversation. Here, it's dark, industrial, and eh, "what do you want for lunch" kind of attitude. I'm not knocking the place. It's a decent lunch, but they need to "wow" their customers so they tell people about it because of its hidden location. I hope they do well, but somehow they need to do better than what's been a revolving door of lunch counters and coffee shops that have populated the Columbia Arts Building. Rating Food: 3.5 Friendliness of Service: 2 Atmosphere: 2 - 3

Food was delicious!! We were a party of 6 and everyone tried something different. Had an app of…read moreBruschetta, on point ! Flatbreads were so good! I had the Shrimp linguini, another had the Pasta primavera , all outstanding. One had the Salmon and loved it! Wine was good. Service was great as well!! The only thing I'd say is it would be so wonderful if you had some crusty bread with Olive oil or butter to serve while you are waiting for your food! It would be a lovely addition! Overall the place is a 5!

Meatball appetizer was undercooked and my chicken parmigiana was very overcooked…read more Now to be fair, the other three adults in our party were satisfied, but no one was overwhelmed. I really wanted to love this little place, but it was just ok. It's not a cheap place to dine, so be aware. The server was efficient, knowledgeable, attentive, and friendly. While we were there they turned away a family as they'd run out of food. Never a good look.

Found this little gem on Yelp while looking for something to satisfy everyone's craving. 10/10…read more Everything is made to order so be prepared for that. Great customer service. Hole in the wall vibes, small interior, but enough seating as people move in and out pretty quickly. Let me get back to the food. The food is nothing fancy but everything is absolutely delicious! Honestly the wrap has to be one of the best I've personally have ever had. Please do yourself a favor and check this place out if you are ever in Columbia.

My burger tasted like it had been cooked earlier in the day and reheated. Not good…read more However the avocado and the sauce on the burger were very good. My husband's cheesesteak was extremely greasy, so much so that the grease soaked through the roll and caused it to fall apart. Floor was sticky. We will not return.

Stopped by Eighth & Main Burger Co. and had a great experience. I ordered the Pepper Popper Burger…read morewith a side of crispy Brussels sprouts and started with the basket of pork rinds. The Pepper Popper Burger was outstanding--juicy smash burger patties topped with spicy cream cheese, bacon, jalapeño poppers, and hot pepper bacon jam. It hit that perfect balance of savory, smoky, sweet, and spicy without any one flavor overpowering the others. The burger was cooked perfectly and loaded with flavor in every bite. The crispy Brussels sprouts were a pleasant surprise and paired really well with the burger. I do wish they had some sort of sauce to dip them in or to pour over. They were certainly good on their own. The pork rinds were fresh, light, and crispy--not greasy at all. They made for a great appetizer and were perfect for sharing. The atmosphere was casual and welcoming, the food came out quickly, and everything tasted fresh. Eighth & Main is definitely worth a visit. I'll be back!

Eighth & Main is easy to find in the downtown Columbia area. The burgers here were pretty good…read more The employees here were friendly and helpful. The food is definitely made fresh and to order vs. being fast food. The dining room is large with lots of tables and booths. There are a few more near the entrance too. I ordered the Fungus Among Us. It was a double smash burger with Swiss and mushrooms. The burger was tasty and the bun was nice and buttery. The sweet and spicy Brussels sprouts were simple and tasty. My husband had the Pork Tenderloin Sandwich and thought it was pretty good. My daughter had the kid's meal with a corn dog and fries. She enjoyed it. Overall, this is a solid spot if you're in this area and craving a burger.

We stopped in on a Tuesday, and were so glad we did! What a great calm atmosphere for breakfast or…read morebrunch! We got a cord and flat white, both delicious and brewed to perfection. Hubby got the biscuit with the sweet jam, very yummy. I got the smoothed salmon, I liked the dill sauce, but it slightly overpowered the other flavors. But, still delicious and a good portion. I'd love to come back and try a breakfast boozy drink in the weekend. I can't wait to come back again!

Looking for your new favorite brunch and coffee spot for meetings, dates, or chill vibe while…read moregetting caught up on a good book or some remote work? Look no further. Connected conveniently to the entrance of The Factory; The August Sage Cafe sets the brunch bar high in Columbia. * The decor is modern, laid back, and inviting. * The staff was very kind, warm and a pleasure to interact with. * My honey cinnamon latte was hot, well crafted, and a nice balance of bitter and sweet. * The breakfast taco was a fantastic blend of flavors and presentation-- definitely was worthy of sharing on socials. I'll be honest, I was so in the moment and enjoying my time that I forgot to snap pics of everything. I guess you will just have to take my word for it and go experience this great find for yourself. Rest assured, you are in for a treat. Add this to your list of local business to support and frequent. It has definitely been added to mine.

Great food. Service was great. Wonderful ambiance. Lovely place for a glass of wine with a loved…read moreone.

Been here a few times - generally liked it but buyer beware! They had menus with 2 different prices…read moreon them - we got charged the higher price ($10 more per dish) even though they acknowledged the error but made no effort to correct it. That is bad business! Needless to say, I won't be returning. Too bad, as I like to support local businesses, but not ones that stick it to the customers when they clearly were in the wrong.

This restaurant is in such a cute older building. We sat outside on the front patio since the…read moreweather was perfect (sunny and 77°). We found out from a local that this location is an up and coming arts district. Across the street is more seating. The market inside is very small and quaint. The young lady at the counter was very polite and helpful. My husband and I ordered sandwich's; he got the muffuletta (did not get a picture, but he said it was very good), and I got the Country Fire (pictured). I knew as soon as I saw "chicken cutlet" and mozzarella, this sandwich was for me. It was very toasty, cheesy, and flavorful. The bomba gave it an extra kick. They have MANY desserts. Tiramisu is my absolute favorite dessert. It was light with a ton of espresso which I loved. The little chocolate was a nice little touch. My husband got the crème brûlée cheesecake with raspberries on top (he ate it before I got a picture). He said it was very creamy.and delicious. Would love to stop and eat here again!

We drove into Columbia from Manchester. We're from NY & wanted to check this place out for its…read moreItalian specialties . We had the Sicilian porchetta /hot peppers sandwich, the Savarino eggplant/rabe sandwich, & a couple of cannolis for dessert. There are tables outside but it was raining so we ate in the car cause it all smelled so good we would've never made it back to the house! The sandwiches were definitely worth the ride & those cannoli were the best we've had since leaving NY. We took a box of assorted cookies to take home, included lemon drops (wife's favorite). The bakery smells amazing & there are lots of Italian pantry specialties for sale. We can't say enough good things & we will absolutely be back!