smallSUGAR was excellent! Everything, from the food to the ambiance to the customer service, was…read moreamazing! First and foremost, I must start by commending the girls who were working there. They were all so sweet and really went above and beyond to make sure it was a high-quality experience. I noticed that they openly advertise that they don't accept tips and have slightly higher prices in order to pay their workers a living wage, and the results were directly reflected in the customer service that I received. As for the food and drink (coffee), that was pretty good as well! While I do wish that they might have had bagels, the croissant that I substituted it for was warm, buttery, and tasty, and it was a nice change from my usual coffee shop meal, as I've only had a croissant a handful of times. The coffee was fine, and I loved how they offered free refills, which I've noticed that other local coffee shops usually don't. Finally, I loved the setting of the restaurant, which gave you the opportunity to either sit inside and enjoy the ambiance or on the outside patio and enjoy some peace and quiet. I also loved the artwork that they had on the walls, which the waitress informed me was painted by a local artist and which you could purchase if you wanted to. All-in-all, I loved smallSUGAR, will be back in the future, and would highly recommend stopping in!

Stopped by smallSUGAR and had a decent overall experience, though a few things held it back…read more The space itself was clean and well-kept, with a modern, minimalist vibe that works well for a casual brunch or coffee stop. Service was fine. Nothing particularly standout, but smooth and efficient. For drinks, the coffee was average. It wasn't bad by any means, just nothing memorable. Especially considering the price point. Food-wise, there were some highlights. The sweet potato bowl was well-dressed and flavorful, though it felt like it was missing a protein component to make it more complete. The shakshuka was very good overall, with great flavor, though it leaned a bit salty. The biggest issue was the bread portion. It simply wasn't enough for the dish. I ended up ordering an extra side, and while it's listed as two slices, it's really just one slice cut in half. At $4 for that portion, that is very unreasonable. That was a recurring theme. Pricing felt high across the board for what you receive. While the flavors were there, nothing really stood out as exceptional enough to justify the cost. Overall, not a bad visit. Just one where the value didn't quite match the experience.

Consider this an upscale coffee shop near the Colonial Life Arena and Convention Center. I love…read morethat they have so many options for teas and coffees, but I would say to stick with the desserts and croissants over the sandwiches. A great place to stop in, with options if you want to work a little and grab a meeting in the area!

During a recent stay in Columbia, I was delighted to enjoy Sweetwaters coffee and breakfast…read moreofferings. I was working in my hotel room nearby and was grateful to find that you can order delivery right through the Yelp app! They have a nice selection of specialty lattes and breakfast items. Both mornings I got one of their specialty lattes (divine) and a build your own breakfast sandwich. I also ordered hash browns on the side. Everything always arrived piping hot and was delicious. I got the build your own breakfast sandwich served on an asiago bagel with egg and cheese and cream cheese on the side. They had everything well packaged for delivery, which I appreciated. Thanks, Sweetwaters, for keeping this girl well caffeinated and fed during a work trip! And, thanks to all the Yelpers who came before to lead the way to this gem. Get to it!

One of my favorite coffee shops in the area. I love the space they have for sitting and I had my…read morefirst mango matcha here and it was to die for. Love the vibes and the people are all so awesome. The atmosphere helps you be productive and also have fun with friends. Love the coffee quality!

The coffee was great! Really cool options and creative drinks. The service was a bit slow but only…read morebecause it was so busy! The building itself is cool if you're planning on sitting and drinking, but if you're taking your coffee to-go there's not a lot of comfortable standing space. We just stood facing the coffee bars staring at the poor baristas lol.

On this beautiful Wednesday morning my colleague and I ventured out to find a cutesy coffee shop…read moreand that is exactly what we found. Only a few minutes from our hotel, we waked into Dulce and were greeted by sweet smells, jazz and great customer service. Kayla, greeted us and explained the menu. She is very professional and warm. I had a matcha and my colleague had a Cubano. Columbia downtown definitely has some hidden gems in the this being one. My matcha is delicious!

Clean establishment, fast service. Has cupcakes, lemon bars, cookies (large!), and the brownie I…read morehad was very good!

Great place to stop and wander thru for fresh food. They have cheese, meats, bagels, sandwiches,…read moreolive oil, wine, coffee and alot of other packaged foods for take out. Staff was really nice and welcoming. They have plenty of seating to enjoy your goods. I highly recommend Farmers Mkt for a quick bite or maybe a meet up. They have enough for all to grab something to eat. We love that Columbia is a small town, but more modern city spots to hang out! Its really worth a visit, parking was no issue on a Saturday afternoon.

Such nice people! Kind. Helpful to make something off menu for kids…read more Lots of produce, dry goods, etc.... Coffee bar. Butcher, deli meats. We got sandwiches.... Chicken salad and BLT. Both were amazing! Made with love and just so so yummy!

This place is amazing! From beginning to end, the atmosphere is friendly and fun, the food is…read morescrumptious, and the coffee was delicious down to the last drop! I definitely recommend this place.

One of the only coffee places (besides Starbucks) open on Easter Sunday. Super friendly service,…read morenice menu selection. The butterscotch brownie latte was good, loved the outdoor seating ambiance.

This is a great coffee shop to either go and work or visit with friends. I love what the restaurant…read morestands for and how it's supporting people with developmental or intellectual disabilities. The staff are nice and efficient and greeted me as I walked in. I just really enjoyed myself. I ordered a a pumpkin spiced iced latte with almond milk and a bacon Gouda sandwich. The coffee was amazing. It was perfect. The Bacon Gouda sandwich was OK. There was nothing spectacular about it. I sat and ate at the bar and it was pretty quiet. This coffee shop is a pretty good size and beautifully decorated. I would definitely visit it again.

I had the best experience at this coffee shop! We went for breakfast and coffee with family while…read morevisiting SC. The coffee was so good and the jalapeño biscuit was honestly one of the best I've had! I went back the next day before leaving town! Lol. I love that they employ people with developmental disabilities. Their employment practices show that they celebrate diversity and inclusiveness towards their customers too. The staff were so friendly. I loved all the merch too and their phrase, the world says hurry we say hello! The vibes were right and the place was clean. Definitely want to go back again soon!

Cafe Strudel was one of the coolest restaurants I've been to in a long time, and I'm so thankful…read morethat I happened to wander in about 30 minutes before they closed. They had a really zany coffee section, with an assortment of unique coffee mugs, where you could get bottomless cups of coffee for only a few dollars. I got the chicken tenders and fries to eat, which were cooked to perfection and tasted excellent. Even though I shouldn't have, I wrapped up my meal with a piece of chocolate cake, which was absolutely delicious as well. All of the staff members were really nice and did a great job, and I loved the old-school, wacky (in a good way) ambiance and environment. It almost felt like the type of place you'd see in a TV show or movie, and I mean that in the best way possible. I will say that it's a little more expensive than most other restaurants, but that's obviously reflected in the quality of food and service that they provide. Overall, I loved my trip to Cafe Strudel, will definitely be back in the future, and would recommend it to anyone. A 5/5 experience for sure!

I was between 3-4 stars. I honestly liked this place and would go back. What pushed me to lean…read moretowards 3 stars was service and pricing. Wait staff was barely around and food took a whileee to come out and at various times. The food was also good but not great. You can add protein to any item, but for essentially the cost of the meal. Adding turkey sausage was $7 and a small portion (and could have gone without), while the sunrise burrito in total was $10 and massive. I will say there was barely any wait at prime time on Sunday because barely anyone knows it's there.

This place was not obvious driving past it due to the lack of functioning signage. Upon arriving,…read moreit is a mix of yoga studio and juice bar, an obvious synergy I'm surprised I don't see more of. There were a few people sitting in the airy seating area up front who were there for the cafe, as well as various yoga people walking by. As açaí bowls go, the one I got here was quality. Pricey, for sure, but with vegan protein and a strong unsweetened fruity base couple with a nice mix of toppings, there was plenty to be said for it on a nutritional level, and every bite was interesting. They had plenty of other smoothies and toppings so if you want to go all out on it, this is one of what I suspect is a small number of options in central South Carolina. They also had free wifi and it was a good space to sit with a laptop. Not able to comment on the yoga side of things.

As Well As was a cute little coffee shop, and definitely gave off bookstore vibes! I liked how…read moreclean the interior was, which matched the all-white facade of the building. The coffee was pretty good, and the employees were really nice as well. Would recommend!

The coffee here is not for beginners or lightweights. It is strong with a caffeine punch that will…read moreleave you buzzing for hours. Classic college town coffee spot. Dark vibe, male baristas who take their coffee seriously. Tables are occupied by students with their laptops escaping the confinements of their dorm rooms. Packed with students ready for their next fix. Parking is typically a challenge in this part of Five Points. Arrive with patience.

Customer Service: 5 Cleanliness: 5…read moreAffordability: 5 Location: 5 We visited Drip coffee in Columbia, SC a few weeks ago, as we've heard they offer exceptional coffees. This coffee shop is within walking distance from the Five Points Fountain, and there is plenty of metered street parking within walking distance. We decided to grab 1 house blend hot coffee and 1 nitro cold brew coffee to go. The staff was very friendly and helpful with us, as this was our first experience with this coffee shop. The price was very affordable, and we can see why it's so popular with many of the college students.