We visited Forest Buffet for the first time since it was renamed (and remodelled) for Eastern…read moreBuffet & were very impressed with the new layout (perhaps the same owners as Blossom Buffet on Sunset Blvd in West Columbia perchance, as the layout is eerily similar?). As for the quality & variety of food dishes available, whilst it is an improvement on Eastern Buffet's offerings, it falls way short of the excellent selection offered at the aforementioned Blossom Buffet. We will not return - we would rather take the 20 minute drive to Blossom!

This was the best Chinese buffet around. The selections were bountiful. They even had delicious…read morefrog legs, coconut shrimp, and oysters. I was quite impressed with their old school creamy jello desserts, just like my Grandma used to make. My favorite part was the made to order stir fry. I did shrimp, mushrooms, onions, bean sprouts and noodles. It came out amazingly delicious. The set up and decor was very nice. Last, but not least, our waitress was quick to pick up our empty plates. I'd definitely go again to enjoy more of the buffet that I didn't have the chance to partake of.

We stumbled upon this gem while out Columbia! I did a Yelp search looking for something different…read moreand this place did not disappoint! This is a fairly new little cozy restaurant so there were no crowds yet! Our waitress was doing double duty on the floor and in the kitchen so we had a little wait! We didn't mind that at all because our food made up for it! It was so delicious with amazing flavor profiles! I ordered the stir fried jerk chicken and my husband got the grilled salmon dinner! I have to say the food was definitely seasoned to perfection! I highly recommend them if you're looking for something different! The owner even came out and talked to us for a few minutes to ask how our food was! (I'm sorry I didn't get his name) Blessings to Soul Wok as their business gets off to a new start! See you on our next trip to Columbia!

From the owner: Come and experience the best food in South Carolina. We have the gourmet cuisine your tastebuds…read moreneed! Featuring dishes inspired by the finest Asian, European and Carribean flavors. Don't miss live music and spoken word on Soul Sundays!

Participated in the restaurant week special the Dragon Room was providing. The deal was 3 courses…read morefor $33 with the seasonal Halloween drinks in swing. I always enjoy the regular menu but this was a deal I could not pass up. Amazing service, food and drinks = win, win, win.

Eclectic menu done well. Several nice gluten free offerings. Their menu crossed off the dishes…read morethat contained gluten.

The Vista is a downtown gem filled with restaurants, shopping, hotels, museums and much more for…read morelocals and tourists from far and near. M Grille should consider changing their name or slogan M Good. As a frequent home away from home guest during their lunch and happy hour this place has become one of my favorite spots in Soda City. Their menu offers a variety of organic ingredients, drink selections and exquisite decor fit for lounging, group meetings, and large parties. They are open to reservations online through OpenTable and did a great job taking care of my large party for a going away and birthday dinner of 12-15 guests. Pricing on average about $10-$30 with street parking at a meter or garage parking in the Vista area. Exceptional service, and manager who checks in on your experience while valuing your feedback, and an intimate atmosphere, sets the stage for a delightful space to dine and unwind that I can never pass up. My favorite menu items are the rock tempura shrimp, jumbo shrimp Thai basil, strawberry honey roll, salmon berry roll and the green tea cheesecake. My least favorite to date was the mango roll. Due to the ripeness of the mango, married with the eel inside caused the roll to fall apart at a squeeze of the chopsticks. Nonetheless, they use fresh ingredients.

Fun and clean and fast place to grab a meal in Columbia with lots of locations. Our food was hot…read moreand fresh and overall was ok. It could have used some more flavor and spice and the satay dipping sauce was pretty watery. The price points can't be beat and they have a lunch and dinner option of everything. You can add veggies and meat to any meal and overall we plan to go back.

This was an excellent discovery of few weeks ago, as we decided to enjoy dinner at this Thai…read morerestaurant while we were visiting the downtown Columbia SC area. We noticed this restaurant as we were walking down main street, and we couldn't help to noticed how popular it was with the locals. So we got online and checked out there Google and Yelp reviews. Needless to say, we were quickly seated and our waitress was very friendly. We decided to our a few popular menu items and we truly enjoyed everything we ordered. The portion sizes were very plentiful and also very affordable. Our overall dining experience was excellent and I'm positive that we will return for another visit.

OH. MY. Yelp…read morereviews for the win. AGAIN ! We wanted someplace yummy and veggie friendly for Friday night dinner. While driving my, I was concerned because the area was so busy. However, we were able to get a seat and were well taken care of. EVERYTHING was delicious! Roti. Brussels. Our meals. The bread pudding!!!! EVERYTHING! Definitely a popular spot - reservations mag be recommended - and excellent area for a pre or post meal stroll.

Food was very fresh, everyone working here was so kind and friendly, they serve large portions of…read morefood. Got to have delicious left overs the next day! Looking forward to going back.

This is a popular place during lunch. Have good lunch deals. I ordered the hibachi chicken which…read morecomes with soup, salad veggies and rice. Perfect portion for lunch. Veggies could use a little more seasoning, but everything else is good. Service was great as well.

Second time visiting and the food is consistently good. Service was much better this time with…read moregreeters and friendly waiting staff.....last time we got there at opening so that may have had something to do with it. Restaurant is clean and love that wherever you sit you don't feel on top of the next guests. Food is ALWAYS fresh and made to order. The shrimp are big and crisp and cooked to perfection. This time I chose fried rice instead of playing it safe with white rice and I can honestly eat it alone. I can tell it also was made to order and not scooped out of a premade batch previously cooked

In town for work of course and got in a bit late so wanted something not heavy but filling so opted…read morefor Japanese. Antai came up as a local favorite and I had not been there so I gave it a try. So glad I did. It was after 7pm when I got there. Private parking lot but it was packed but did find a spot. Greeted and seated upon walking in. Place was full and hopping with folks coming and going but no wait. Waitress was very knowledgeable and friendly but busy. No chit chat for sure. Under the specials there were two options that caught my eye and went with the Madai. Not what I expected but very tasty. The Madai actually came out first and I was done with it before the roll arrived. So glad as the Lexington Roll was delicious. I would have eaten another if I had the capacity. Wow it was plate licking good. As far as decor it was modern Asian decor and was a bit crowded due to being packed. Flow was good, service was good and food was excellent.

This place is nice and spacious. Clean environment with friendly staff. They have a variety of…read morebeers along with mix drinks. They also have daily specials on food. I got the tacos and plantains. The amarillo plantains came with an aoli sauce that I was not a fan of on the plantains. If you order ask for the sauce on the side. The Fish taco was amazing. I recommend you grab a fish taco.

I came here right after my Army boot camp graduation to celebrate with my family before heading off…read moreto AIT. Since we arrived during a quieter hour, the place was pretty empty, which was honestly exactly what I needed. After being away for so long, having that quiet time to actually talk and connect with my family before heading back to my unit was perfect. The food at Publico has some of the most unique tacos I've ever tried. The Beef Taco with Scorpions! Yes, actual scorpions! If you're adventurous, you have to try it. It was surprisingly delicious The Banh Mi Taco surprisingly also a huge hit. The flavors were fresh and authentic definitely one of the better fusion tacos I've had. The Experience and the atmosphere was chill, and since it wasn't crowded, the service was fast and attentive. It was the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a "civilian" meal before the next chapter of my training. Great food, unique menu items you won't find anywhere else, and the perfect setting for a family milestone. Highly recommend the Banh Mi taco and, if you're brave enough, the scorpions!

My sister brought me here and said it's the best sushi in the area. I can't say I've tried any…read moreother places; however, it was definitely the best sushi I've had in a long time! I live in Columbus and haven't had the options like CO has. We shared a green papaya salad, and it was delicious! I would eat an entire bowl by myself. Don't forget to tear up the basil - it completes the flavor! We got the Lotus, Lemon, Firecracker, Sesame and Pork Belly sushi rolls. That is the order I would rank the rolls in flavor. It is a shame if anyone uses shoyu (sou sauce) or even wasabi when eating these rolls. The lotus has a rice paper wrap (for those who don't like seaweed) and an aioli on top that was so refreshing and flavorful. The lemon was honestly a very close second - maybe even a tie for first. I don't normally like salmon but it was so fresh and the lemon slice was refreshing and clean!

Good: - My waitress (Kinslee) was pleasant and very…read moreattentive. - I didn't quite enjoy the Sunday Mimosa (Guava) since I'm not a big fan of alcohol but the value is great regardless ($3). - The Spicy Salmon Crunch was actually fantastic. It has everything I'm looking for in a Poke Bowl. - The interior is clean and beautiful. I wouldn't say it's a traditional looking restaurant by any means but the artistic choices make it feel a little more upscale than it actually is. Bad: - The wait. When I first got into the restaurant the host was not at the front desk. So I sat down for about 10 minutes and waited. The host only appeared after a family of three walked in. Note: I'd love to give the place 5 stars but with how I calculate stars I can't because of the initial seating issue. I will re-review eventually to see if the host seating is a consistent issue.

I completely forgot that I'd visited this place a few years ago. Came back for a late night dinner…read moreand was NOT disappointed. Ample flavor. Great serving size. Good service. And convenient location! I'd definitely visit again.

We had amazing Korean food and mocktails here in an unsuspecting place. We ordered the Guava…read moregetaway, Creamy Limeade, Kimchi Cheese Fries, Kangjeong (Boneless Wings), Spicy Squid and Pork Belly with rice, and Japchae. The drinks were blended very well and used fresh lime juice, which was nice. The appetizers -- the kimchi fries and the boneless wings were pretty standard. The fries were crunchy, but we felt like there was more cheese than there was kimchi and sauce, so we've had better kimchi fries elsewhere. The cheese was very gooey though. The boneless wings weren't as crunchy as they could have been, especially coming out in a stone dish, but the garlic soy sauce was still pretty good. Our mains were really good -- the japchae, which I ordered with fried tofu, had the right texture and flavor, and was delicious yet spicy. The tofu was a little bland though. My partner enjoyed the squid and pork belly dish and said that the sauce was similar to the japchae sauce. The portions were pretty normal and not too big, so we had a few leftovers but not too many. The prices were also pretty reasonable as well. Overall we were really happy with our food here and would come back if we ever visited again.