Creative Southern fare. The food was flavorful with flavor twists on old favorites like deviled…read moreeggs with crunch and chili oil on top. The service was fine. Our server was a bit brusk but attentive. The charm.of the dining experience was appreciated. Set for smaller parties, I am sure they could accomodate larger groups. A very nice and enjoyed dining experience.

I don't even know where to start with this review. Spotted Salamander has swiftly wedged its way…read moreinto my heart and become my favorite restaurant in Columbia period. Nestled in a set of historic homes on a quiet street (with free street parking!), the restaurant itself is so adorable and creates such a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The staff is so kind and personable, you always feel like you're being fed at your grandma's house when you go in! I truly believe there is not a single dish from them that is nothing short of phenomenal. Today we had their specials consisting of shrimp and grits, chicken skin & hot sauce deviled eggs, along with a cup of the cauliflower parm soup. We also got their hot honey pimento cheese but they have that every day! Everything was amazing of course, and I find it so impressive how the chef & team is able to come up with such unique and delicious dishes every single week. Don't even get me started on their desserts. Everything they bake is delicious, but they've recently revamped their mocha tiramisu creme pie and I'm unhealthily addicted to it. I've had it on 3 separate occasions in the last week and every time I have gone, I have to order more than one! I really really hope they keep that creme pie in the rotation for a while or at least bring it back soon once it's done, because I don't think I'll be able to recover otherwise.

Last night I went to one of their catered events. The food was excellent! The choices were very…read moregood and seasoned perfectly. Mashed potatoes were creamy along with green beans that were cooked just right. Shrimp and grits, pulled pork and chicken tenders were all great choices. The staff was very attentive and focused on excellent service. All in all, Southern Way ranks at the top of my list.

Great service and attention! The whole team are considerate and helpful, and really helped my…read moreevent succeed!

Everything! Food Fantastic, service awesome, and right now the place is decorated beautifully for…read moreChristmas!! I would definitely tell EVERYONE I know and can't wait to go back!! They have a FIREPLACE Ya Gotta check it out!!

Just enjoyed Hudson's Catering at a conference. Everything was absolutely delicious from the…read morebarbecue to the salad to the Chocolate Brownie! The salad was very fresh with a variety of veggies, and it was so good! The barbecue was delicious, and I appreciate their having a variety of sauces. The Mac & cheese was just right-soooo pleased with it! This is what we had to choose from: Coleslaw, green beans, BBQ, chicken, Mac, rolls, salad and for dessert....apple cobbler, chocolate chunk brownies, and fresh fruit salad. I would highly recommend this group for catering-very professional, with a great presentation.

Had a tailgate last fall planned with a tailgate company, and Fancy That Catering was recommended…read moreby the company. Fancy That Catering never showed up and forgot our whole catering game day order for 75 people. 75 people for a noon game with no food the whole day. Have been trying to reach out to the owner of both Fancy That and Tailgate Group and both have been ghosting us for 6 months. Robbed us of $600+, and have not said anything since. You'll be hearing from lawyers soon!

Phenomenal service and communication. Great food! Very professional and great price! I appreciate…read morethe intentionality with every person I interacted with. Very caring, thoughtful and well organized! I will be using them again. Thank you all!

Great southern cooking! Karen brought the food truck to a private event I was at and the food was…read moregreat. Pulled pork sandwich, green beans, and corn bread. The green beans were too salty for my taste but the corn bread and super-friendly staff made up for it. I'd hire them for my own party!

From the owner: We have been in business over 17 years. We offer food truck service, formal and informal catering…read more We take pride in what we do. All of our food is cooked with love - “Just like mommy used to cook.”

All of the food was ah-mazing! The shrimp skewers were a crowd favorite. We also really appreciated…read moreLoosh's vegetarian options, as many caterers in the area had a limited selection. Kristi was very friendly and easy to work with. If you don't have the perfect vision for what food you want for your guests, Loosh staff will work with you to come up with a menu your guests won't soon forget. A big thank you to Loosh for the tasty eats at our wedding!

This is simply the best Columbia has to offer. His cooking will easily surpass any restaurant in…read morethe state of South Carolina. He catered our rehearsal dinner a few years ago and blew my guests away. His menu included his signature beef tenderloin, salmon with cucumber scales, and many spoons of incredible bites that ranged from short rib to lamb. His experience, expertise, and detail are unmatched by any other caterer in Columbia. His staff are top notch and they provide an enhanced insight into the food that he prepares. His ability to work within you're budget and produce a meal that will create a memory for you and your guests is simply amazing . If you are like me and care about food, presentation, and professionalism then I'd highly suggest Loosh Culinaire.

We use this caterer for our Christmas party and it was a blast of food was really good. The service…read morewas great.

Absolutely wonderful! We just attended an event where Capital City Catering coordinated most all…read moreaspects of the gathering and it was spectacular! The food was beautifully presented and so delicious - the wild rice was fabulous and everyone was talking about the juicy and oh so tender herb-infused chicken! From the linens perfectly coordinated with the flowers, to the professional and friendly staff to the china, glassware, etc. they did it all and it was an afternoon to remember. I heartily recommend them!

I was not too impressed with my trip to DiPratos, which was disappointing because it had been…read morerecommended to me by several different people, and I was excited to try it out. I came in a few minutes after 10:00 a.m., the time they open, and while I don't expect a restaurant to be in tip-top shape the second they open, they did not seem at all ready for the day or to accept customers. I stood at the front for a few awkward moments before asking one of the hostesses if I was supposed to seat myself, when she replied "oh no, I'll seat you", and then led me to one of the nearby tables. Somewhat grossly, the tablecloth on the table I was seated at was covered with coffee stains from previous guests, which was kind of unsettling. I then asked for a cup of coffee, and was told that there wasn't any ready, and that I would need to wait a few minutes. Again, not a huge deal, but I would expect a breakfast restaurant to have some coffee ready by the time that they open. Second, when perusing the menu, I was not particularly impressed by their "limited breakfast" options, nor anything on their regular menu. I decided to go with a simple hot dog, and substituted the offered sides with an order of French fries, which ridiculously cost me almost $4 extra. In addition, my hot dog was fine, but nothing exceptional, and definitely not better than one I could've gotten at Costco for a markedly cheaper price. The one (1) bright spot was that the fries were very good, and of higher quality than most other fries I've gotten at similar restaurants. Finally, my server was nice enough, but a little rough around the edges and not overly attentive. In addition, the ambiance was pretty basic, with nothing about it that really stuck out. All-in-all, I wouldn't be adverse to returning to DiPratos on a Saturday or Sunday to try their breakfast menu, but I won't be coming back during the week, and wouldn't really recommend that anybody else do so either.

I've only tasted their pimento cheese at the festival and the original is phenomenal! I'd purchase…read moreagain. Friendly staff! I'd definitely check out their restaurant/deli soon!