The Dragon Room is one of those spots that just gets it. From the moment you walk in, the staff stands out--super unique, welcoming, and consistent from the front of the house all the way back. You can tell everyone's on the same page, which makes the whole experience feel intentional and smooth. The small shared-plate setup is perfect if you like trying a little bit of everything, and every dish hits with flavor and creativity. Pair that with really solid, well-crafted drinks and you've got a place that's easy to settle into and hard to leave. Intimate, flavorful, and full of personality--The Dragon Room is definitely worth every penny. read more

The Dragon Room - Pan Asian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

Everything we tried was absolutely amazing! Great atmosphere for date night! If planning for a weekend evening, make sure to have a reservation or expect no availability for a table until later in the evening, but bar seating is always available! All dishes looked amazing and tasted fantastic! Will be returning! read more

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I have to say it but it really isn't all that good. I feel like the food is trying to be a fusion of everything with no distinct taste. Though you do get a lot for how much you pay. Also the servers just weren't that professional. The restaurant itself was dark and cozy though. read more

The Dragon Room - Pan Asian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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I was looking forward to checking this restaurant out. After an event , we decided to give it a try. Maybe it was an off night. Immediately after being seated without seeing menus asked if we were ready to order. Food was ok. Dark inside. read more

Not what I was hoping for. Very cool atmosphere and menu seemed like it was going to be great. It took a long time to get drinks and appetizers. The appetizers weren't good so we didn't end up ordering entrees. read more

The Dragon Room - Pan Asian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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I LOVE THE DRAGON ROOM! FAVORITE PLACE IN COLUMBIA FOR A NICE DATE/CELEBRATION/etc! GREAT atmosphere inside, nice and home-y, plus outside seating available! The menu changes often and everything tastes delicious- I can't recall ever being disappointed by their execution. One time (I've been many times) I ordered this raw(?) sushi taco dish that I probably wouldn't have ordered if I actually knew what it was (before it arrived of course). But hey, it was actually damn good! THEIR NOODLES ARE FANTASTIC and I have never been disappointed by the tapas. Vegans/Vegetarians, this is a great spot for you. They have more options than other Columbia restaurants. An entire vegan menu! Their service is great, never had a bad experience. I once got rejected by my ID because it's beat up (or because it's a vertical, I forget), but that's just policy. Not their fault. But be wary if you have a really beat up or vertical ID since their policies have changed recently. read more

I am obsessed with the dragon room! From the vibe to the food to the drinks and everything in between it is absolutely fabulous! The service is incredible! It seems very evident that the servers love their job because there doesn't seem to be much server turnaround which makes being a repeat customer that much more fun -- I think that's a testament to the management & manager, Monica! I'm always so impressed with The Dragon Room and would highly recommend!! read more

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Beautiful pop up for valentine's/valentine's! Tue decor was so pretty and crafty! The food and drinks were tasty and inventive! Please stop in and appreciate excellence! read more

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Absolutely fantastic food, service, and atmosphere. You won't find a better eatery anywhere in the downtown area.

Great atmosphere, food and drinks. Lots of options both small plates that were $12 or so and main meals that were $18-25. Service was a little slow at times but overall great experience. read more

Amazing! Service...perfect amount of time checking on us vs letting us talk and enjoy ourselves, food o ya I want to go back and try everything now! KFC Sando everything I ever wanted in a fried chicken sandwich! Pickles spot on, sauce just right, chicken crunch crunch crunch perfection, the bun was topping on the "cake" it was soft and held up to the sauce and handling of the sandwich without turning to paste, so good I want one right now! Breakfast Bao - crispy pork belly need I say more? It was delicious and so many layers of flavor it has some yummy Japanese egg pancake thing that gave it so much umami flavor I need one every morning going forward. The vegan or vegetarian appetizers sampler was soo good! The pickles, the fried potatoes, the noodles with puréed squash, the green beans with sauce and crunchy bits, the only one we didn't love was the kimchi paste covered pickled radish, the radish was good but the paste was a bit overpowering. My wife got the vegan bao with tofu and let me try a bite it was delicious love the cilantro. She also got the udon noodles with peanut sauce and it was really good. The Japanese ale was also really good and complimented the meal very well. The low light was nice and weather was great so they had the doors open with a slight breeze it was very pleasant unless someone walked by smoking a cigarette but that passed quickly thankfully. Autumn was our server and she had a great smile and knew the menu very well. read more

The Dragon Room - Japanese Ale! - Pan Asian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

I was looking for a great Asian food experience. This place really caught my interest. I was slightly disappointed with the food and service. The food was lacking authenticity, flavor, and freshness. We couldn't figure out what to order so we ordered a plate that had a little of everything, but the flavors weren't there. The dumplings were dipped in a sauce that was so sour we couldn't even eat them (we didn't know they were already dipped, if asked by server we would've asked for the sauce on the side.) The mushrooms didn't taste like freshly sautéed mushrooms at all. The rolls were so greasy. It just tasted like frozen food you would get at a grocery store to warm up. I would recommend for the servers to focus more on giving the customer the best experience they can offer, rather than only taking the order, making sure we don't need napkins, etc. A server should know what is the best selling, most flavorful drink/entree. I feel that we could've had a better experience if drinks/food were recommended to us. Anyway, I was a little sad that our child-less date night was not as good as I had hoped. But the ambience felt great and it's in a good location, I hope they can focus more on certain things. read more

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Low lighting romantic ambiance. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The food was fresh and tasty and my drink was perfectly mixed. read more

I finally got to try the Dragon Room located in the Vista! They are a fusion Asian restaurant. Parking is free on Saturdays on the street if available. They open at 5pm and people where waiting when we arrived. They have a restaurant and cocktail bar. The ambience is inviting, we really loved this new addition to Columbia! The décor is really sexy and fun. All the food and drinks where packed with flavor. Our food was shared between two and it was plenty. Happy hour is between 5-6pm. I will have to go back and try other dishes for sure. Great place for some late night eats. Yes, the food is bit overpriced, but all restaurants have raised their prices. Tip: Treat yourself and enjoy! read more

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I enjoyed dinner with work associates at the dragon room. We had multiple small plates that were all delicious, my favorite was the lamb dumplings! The pho and the Nasi Lemak were outstanding entrees with tons of robust flavor. They have a diverse cocktail menu with a focus on tiki style cocktails. David behind the bar is absolutely charming and brings a flare and great vibe to the already cool ambiance. The Dragon Room is a great choice for any occasion! read more

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We had the most incredible Galentine's girls night at Dragon Room! From the moment we walked in, the service was absolutely top tier. A huge shoutout to the GM, Monica, who went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and fully taken care of and made the entire evening feel extra special. The Valentine's Day special menu, Bites Worth Falling For, was such a fun and thoughtful touch for our night out. Every dish we tried was amazing. Our favorites were the lobster region dip, the breakfast bao, and the noodle dish, each one packed with flavor. We also have to mention the Purse Your Lips cocktail which it was our favorite sharable drink of the night and the perfect complement to the meal. Great food, amazing drinks, and outstanding service made this a night to remember. We'll definitely be back!! read more

Do not sleep on this place. We went one night on a stopover in Columbia and have been dreaming of going back since. We sat at the bar, had amazing service where our bartender helped us pick drinks based off how we were feeling that day -- and we both were so happy with what we ended up with! Neither of us would have selected the drink we drank if we had just picked. The food was amazing also. Went with a number of small plates to try and share -- this was definitely the way to go. I love a place where a chef team is willing to experiment and try new things -- but also won't put something on the menu until it's perfect. That's exactly what this place is and does. Try everything, listen to your waiters and bartenders, and you won't go home unsatisfied. read more

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This was my second time visiting The Dragon Room and sadly I was very disappointed because I brought a friend with me after bragging about my experience the first time. There are a few things that went wrong: 1). The music was SO LOUD that we could barely talk to each other. To the point that others around us were yelling to talk. Great music but didn't go with the vibe of the establishment. 2). The lady that took our order was very nice and helpful but unfortunately it took a very long time for this singular order of BAO BUNS to come out. I would say a good 30-40min on a Wednesday night around 7pm. 3). We ordered the Vegan Breakfast BAO BUNS and it wasn't at all as we expected. The tofu is tasteless, everything was spongy, and for a breakfast flare the mayo was heavy. I took one bite and left right where it was. BUT.... Every single staff member was welcome and willing to assist which is why I give it a 2 out of 5. So if you're looking for a cute, low lit, chill environment with decent music and cute drinks, I would recommend this place. Let me know if this was helpful! read more

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What an incredible meal we had. Great atmosphere and the cocktail menu was huge and had riffs on drinks I've never seen anywhere else. Service was fantastic. We will be back. read more

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Fantastic late night eats. Great vibe perfect for grabbing drinks and dinner with friends or a first date.

Drinks were fantastic. The blood orange margarita was phenomenal. Love the vibe and lighting, but can get noisy if it's full. Service was quick and friendly. Lobster rangoon dip appetizer was fantastic. For a main I got the ramen with the tofu that was recommended but I would not recommend this to someone else. It was probably a 2/5 for the ramen - flavor was bland, noodles were grainy and the tofu was wiggly / wet and not a good texture. Would recommend trying something else off the menu next time. Will be back but for the drinks and vibe mainly! read more

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The Korean Meatballs were #goated. I got the Fried Rice w Grilled Chicken too and they just made my tastebuds sing!!!!!! read more

The Dragon Room - i ate everything - Pan Asian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

Went for the Love Bites popup. Dollar tree valentines decorations. Dragon noodles were tasteless. Shanghai cannolis werent sweet at all, tasted like spicy ricotta. Definitely not a dessert. Servic was subpar. We were there over and hour and most of that was spent waiting. Food and drinks were way over priced for quality. Needless to say we wont return to this establishment. read more

The Dragon Room - Shanghai Cannoli - Pan Asian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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The Dragon Room is located perfectly in the Vista. It is Part restaurant, part cocktail bar while highlighting the spirit of the Japanese culture. The ambiance is creative, inviting, and FUN. Newest and hottest place in Columbia, SC The food and drink menus are packed with unique dishes and cocktails that will make your taste bud explode. We are ready to visit again Some of our favorite dishes were the: * Ponzu marinated SC snapper * Lobster Rangoon dip * Sichuan Hot Chicken * Carmelized pork belly steak bun * Sichuan Shrimp Steam Bun * Nasi Lemak Fried Rice * Milk Tea Bread Pudding * Temaki Crunchwrap The cocktails were just as delicious * Dancing papaya * White Rabbit * Moondragon * Yuzu Daiquiri read more

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A friend chose this place for a girls dinner and it was definitely a great choice. They do not accept reservations, but luckily we were able to be seated quickly. Their menu is almost overwhelming with all the choices. Our server was really great with helping us choose. We ordered several appetizer type dishes. We were expecting to order an entree to split but the portions were very generous and we were stuffed! We got the lobster Rangoon dip - which was very good, but for me I would have preferred the consistency to be a little thicker. We got beef bulgogi sliders, a cabbage pancake, egg rolls, and soup dumplings as well. The sliders and the cabbage pancake were definitely my favorite, but everything was really tasty. I definitely want to go back to try a few other things on their menu. It was a really great experience and I also felt like the prices were very reasonable - especially considering the portions! read more

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Food- food- food! An amazing culinary adventure. They have an array of classy Asian dish choices at a very reasonable price. Yummy fun flavors and the presentation is fun. Homemade variety of kimchi's The service is great in the dining room. Drinks are delish they're very elaborate and tasty. I keep going back I feel very satisfied when I leave. I have sat at the bar and sadly not the same experience, have been ignored by bartenders. So my choice is dining room of course. read more

The food was delicious! The Korean Meatballs had a delicious sauce. The Got Dam Noodles were delicious as well. Plenty of food and I felt the prices were reasonable. The waitress, Autumn was nice and attentive. I'll go back. read more

I had an amazing experience at the love bites pop up! The cocktails were so good, and the food was amazing. The service was sooo lovely and they really decked the place out, such great ambience. Highly recommend. read more

Had a fun girls night here, I got the korean meatballs, and they were fantastic! My friend got the bao buns and she loved them, we also got the lobster rangoon dip and it was delicious! Our server was so amazing, she helped a lot with the menu and recommendations! read more

The Dragon Room - KOREAN MEATBALLS BAO BUNS - Pan Asian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

Went here with the sweetie a few weeks back after working a local event. It was a pretty packed but we were seated quickly, however, the service took forever to even give us water. Meanwhile, we poured over the menu and found some tantalizing items. I ordered the bao buns with tofu and the low mein special, the latter made with vegetables from local growers only. I didn't like the mung beans in this, found them to be a bit out of place, but everything else was totally on point especially the sesame oil. The bun was okay. I didn't like the distribution of sauce in it, and it only tasted better after I did it in the sauce for my wife's shumai (so). Also, once our server came (and was apologetic) they was very much on point, so kudos. He made me actually want to return, as did the decor. The food is a bit overpriced, as are the drinks, but I'm willing to give it another try. Hopefully I can rate them better on the second try. read more

The Dragon Room - a stir fry with vegetables - Pan Asian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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Stopped here for a pre-dinner cocktail and it was fabulous. The ambiance was chill, the server was friendly, and my cocktail was delicious. The food smelled so good I was tempted to skip out on our reservation elsewhere and stay for dinner. I hope I'll get back some time to eat here. read more

The Dragon Room - Cocktail and menu - Pan Asian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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Delicious tapas style food Fried chicken and curry dumplings delicious. Drink menu variety were like spirits. Pythons eye was my delicious drink. read more

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Monica and her dollar store decorations are amazing! It was the most beautifully decorated space I've ever seen for being in such a budget!!!! Way to go Monica! Again that was Monica Fleury that decorated! read more

Stopped by the dragon room for the love bites pop up and loved it! The food was awesome and service was great. The only unfortunate part was getting seated next to a woman who was complaining about quite literally everything. Even going as far as calling the decorations in the establishment "dollar tree decorations" which I'm sure someone worked really hard on in order to create the Valentine's Day ambiance. Needless to say, everything was great minus the pessimistic lady that I was seated near. read more

The Dragon Room never disappoints and it's truly my favorite late night spot in Columbia. My boyfriend and I grabbed some food after a late Saturday night movie and not only was it delicious even at 10:00 pm, the place was so crowded! The service was so quick and we couldn't get over how cool the vibe was of the restaurant at that late hour. Really such a cool spot for drinks and definitely late night bites. The Korean Gnocchi special was so good and you can't go wrong with anything on their menu read more

The Dragon Room - Korean Gnocchi Special - Pan Asian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

Hands down one of my favorite places to get late night eats! The soundtrack went from De La Soul to Bad Bunny with a reasonable amount of transition, which I loved. Everyone around was enjoying the vibe. The food was phenomenal, per usual. I had the eff around and fried rice today along with the curry boiled peanuts. I've had the tots ( they were a miss for me), the fried rice and vegetable lomein (sub glass noodles). They were all delicious but this was, by far, my favorite. The bar staff was super engaging and knowledgeable about the drinks and their many variations. This is one of those must haves that Columbia has. read more

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The vibes here are interesting and chill and the service was nice. The bao buns and mapo tofu hummus were amazing and same with the drinks, some of the other foods were a little bland and I would give it a higher rating but my boyfriend and brother both got sick after eating the food here, I think it might have been because of the fish. If it wasn't for that I would probably give this place 4 stars. read more

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First time local customer who is newer to the area. Drinks and service were good. Food was average at best. Ordered the garlic and ginger fried rice with teriyaki chicken, poke bowl with tuna and smoked pork noodles with a fried egg. Chicken was rubbery and cut in large, odd slices. There was no taste of garlic or ginger. Tuna was also cut in thick, large slices with veins making it difficult to eat. We asked for a knife and never got it. Pork noodles were over-cooked. Doubt I would go back tbh. read more

For being no.1 on the waitlist when we arrived we waited almost an hour, because the hostess didn't check us in. Eventually, we were sat. We tried so many things off the menu because we figured it would be small plates. The miso tasted burnt and the shallow bowl was hard to eat out of. The grilled shrimp did not look grilled at all and was super plain. The lobster Rangoon dip was curry flavored and mega salty. I got the yuzu daiquiri and it was so strong drinking half of it had me wobbling out the door. The Milk tea bread pudding was probably the best small plate we had. The Bao Claw tasted reminiscent of barbecue somehow??? I thought I was delusional but my husband agreed. It was giving barbecue sauce! Overall, that's a lot of dishes for none of them to really be good. I'm assuming the busy night caused some mess up in the kitchen flavorwise as far as burnt or salty things? Either way, the reviews I read definitely overhyped this place, it's for hanging out not having a good dinner. read more

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Went with two of my friends. They ordered the pupu platter which was okay. It has cold mushrooms on it and dumplings that I tried. The mushrooms were flavorless and a weird texture especially being served cold since everything else on the plate was hot. Pretty random in my opinion and didn't have any Asian flavoring. I also tried the chicken dumplings. The looked and tasted like the Bibigo wontons you would get in bulk at Costco just a little dressed up with chili oil and green onion. The platter comes with boa buns and my friend asked for no mayonnaise on them. Well they put mayonnaise on them so we told the waitress. And it took about 25 mins to get the replacement, we were ready to leave. I ordered the banh mi buns. They were just okay for the price. Lacked flavor and all I could taste was the pickled jalapeño. And a bit pricey for two with a thinly sliced piece of pork. I also ordered the Dan Dan noodles which were horrible. All you could taste was the peanut butter and lacked any other flavor. I got the bulgogi beef on top which tasted good if it wasn't lathered in the peanut sauce. Dan Dan noodles are typically made with Lomein noodles. This version was udon which would have been fine if the sauce was actually good. My friend also tried my Dan Dan noodles and felt the same way about the flavoring. The waitress even recommended it. I barely touched the noodles and the waitress kept asking if I wanted a box and I kept saying no. I receptive waiter/waitress would ask if something was wrong. She did not. read more