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There's limited seating indoors and a few small tables out back…read more I was disappointed that the honeysuckle latte wasn't actually honeysuckle flavored, it was just white chocolate and lavender. The sea salt foam latte (which was the monthly special) was very unique and surprisingly good though.

I stopped by Peacewise Coffee to try their viral Banana Pudding Latte, and I have to say, the drink…read morelived up to the hype. It was flavorful, well-balanced, and definitely the highlight of my visit. Unfortunately, the customer service didn't quite match the quality of the coffee. It wasn't bad, but it felt a bit subpar compared to the level of service I've experienced at other local coffee shops. The interaction wasn't particularly warm or memorable. Overall, I'm glad I tried the Banana Pudding Latte, and if you're curious about it, I'd recommend giving it a shot. As for me, I'm not sure if I'll return to this location, but I may check out their second location in the future to see if the experience is different

Caramel macchiato and an everything bagel

Blueberry matcha

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Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea

4.5(108 reviews)

2.1 mi

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!

New owners, and this place is more awesome than ever! Always welcoming, clean, and a great place to…read moremeet friends and/or study. More food options now, and the service is exceptional. Great staff!

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Peppy Bark Mocha

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Drip

4.4(254 reviews)

1.2 mi

This place is amazing!!! I live in New Hampshire, and I want to bring this place home with me. The…read morevegan breakfast sandwich with vegan sausage is inexpensive but chef's frickin kiss. The Vader Leia is outstanding. And the staff, vibe, and decor is wicked alt chic. LOVE!!!!

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.

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Iced Honey Habanero Latte

The Gourmet Shop

4.1(312 reviews)

1.2 mi

I've been going to the Gourmet Shop since the 80's and it is still fantastic! My husband and I went…read morefor lunch today and the chicken salad and tuna salad were delicious as usual. The coffee is fantastic too. The cafe has a European feel to it and the bakery, deli and retail area are delightful. Our service was excellent and we enjoyed our lunch experience. It remains my favorite lunch spot in SC.

I really like this place for lunch. The chicken salad is great but so is the French Club. Side of…read morepesto pasta is the way to go.

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Their deli counter - they have some of the best meats and cheeses in the area! i come here for some of my charcuterie supplies

Farmers Market Xchange

4.5(23 reviews)

2.3 mi

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!

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Knowledge Perk Coffee Company

4.5(32 reviews)

1.8 mi

Knowledge Perk Coffee Company is a good spot in Columbia for a solid cup of coffee and a…read morecomfortable atmosphere. The shop is clean, welcoming, and has a nice setup for meeting someone, studying, or getting a little work done. The coffee is good, and the staff is friendly and helpful. It's definitely a spot I would try when visiting or if you're a local looking for something new.

Cold brew was perfect and Latte was great. Loved the huge comfy front porch. Will be backread more

Garden Avocado Bagel - Bagel of choice with avocado spread, pico de gallo, arugula, and cotija cheese

Knowledge Perk Coffee Company - Curry Chicken Salad Sandwich - Bagel of choice with hearty scoop of curry seasoned, autumn berry chicken salad, topped w/ tomato and arugula

Curry Chicken Salad Sandwich - Bagel of choice with hearty scoop of curry seasoned, autumn berry chicken salad, topped w/ tomato and arugula

Knowledge Perk Coffee Company - Chopped Breakfast Bagel - Bagel of choice loaded with chopped mixture of sausage, egg, cream cheese, and cheese, topped with pico de gallo

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Chopped Breakfast Bagel - Bagel of choice loaded with chopped mixture of sausage, egg, cream cheese, and cheese, topped with pico de gallo

Cafe De Thyme

5.0(27 reviews)

2.2 mi

The salted Carmel cloud latte was 10/10. A really cute place to sit and read, study or get some…read morework done. Can't wait to go back and try more items!

Have you ever seen something so beautiful? Apart from the stunning cakes, pastries & drinks the…read moreowner was also super sweet! We tried to mango sticky rice matchas, mango sticky rice cake & the cream puff! For more eats and adventures follow @thesodascene on Instagram!

Seating area

Coconut Cake

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Matcha Affogato

Indah Coffee

4.4(121 reviews)

2.9 mi

Really great coffee combinations here at Indah coffee in Cottontown. Food is also tasty they…read morechange up the menu every now and again to keep things fresh and interesting to customers. Free parking lot.

one of my faves here in Columbia! I love the interior and the coffee is delightful! The iced dew…read moredrop is my favorite on the menu. The baristas are always friendly every time I come in!

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Iced raspberry beret latte & cinnamon bagel with almond butter and berries so good!

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Iced Banana Bread Latte

smallSUGAR

4.5(312 reviews)

2.4 mi

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.

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Turkey Melt

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Outdoor seating

Nibl Dessert and Cafe

4.5(16 reviews)

2.2 mi

The owner was so sweet and gave me 2 pieces of the matcha crepe cakes since they were smaller. They…read morewere delicious and so was the biscoff banana pudding. Will definitely be coming back next time I'm in Columbia!

It was a little hideaway spot. Very very cozy and they even have outdoor seating…read more There was one barista who was very helpful. I can't say no to a delicious ube latte (the best one I've ever had) I also ordered some sweet treats. I'm not a fan of salt over chocolate chip cookies but this was tolerable. I shared with my friend. I also got the brownie s'mores cookie which was more of a brownie than cookie and not too sweet. I wanted to try more but I was headed to thanksgiving dinner

Ube Chocolate Brownie

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Meghan H.

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6 years ago

I thought because they offered online ordering that they were adhering to CDC guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19. And, from the menu, I expected this to be a cafe that respects health and human life. I was wrong. When I arrived to pick up my order the place was full of unmasked teenagers. There was NO social distancing. Only staff wore masks. It was APPALLING. Honestly the health department should shut them down. This is a COVID outbreak waiting to happen. Do NOT go here!! read more

Taylor D.

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7 years ago

This is by far the cutest coffee shop in Columbia! Great environment, so much cozy seating, and seriously the cafe manager Kam is the best! She worked to find me the perfect drink and The Stay Golden Wellness Latte did not disappoint. Incredible customer service, great people, and great drinks! bonus benefits include plants everywhere, so much free parking, and a yoga and barre studio under the same roof! read more

Carey S.

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7 years ago

My son and I have been to the Well Cafe a few times to meet up with friends. We always feel super welcomed there and the drinks & treats are always delicious! I love that I have a space I can go and spend time with friends where my little one also feels welcomed. It's always a lot of fun and we enjoy getting to know the amazing ladies who work there. read more

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Love Methodical! We randomly got their coffee in a subscription and were excited to see this spot…read morewhile visiting the area. + chocolate chip cookie + Cortado + iced Classico vanilla + ambiance and seating

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I was driving by and had to check them out. What a cute coffee shop. The inside is not huge, but…read moreit's cozy and would be a great place to get some work done and enjoy some pastries and great coffee. Customer service was top tier. Everyone was so nice and welcoming. The vibe was very calming. The strawberry matcha was suggested, so that's what I went with, and I'm glad I did. I love how they had the color coordination within the cup, and it was delicious. I can't wait to visit again and try some of their other beverages.

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