The Dragon Room is one of those spots that just gets it. From the moment you walk in, the staff…read morestands 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.

Everything we tried was absolutely amazing! Great atmosphere for date night! If planning for a…read moreweekend 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!

Stopped in after dinner, planning to only stay for an hour or less, but the DJ, drinks, and vibes…read morewere so good we ended up staying for 2 hours before heading back to NC. A nice place to grab a drink, catch the views, and listen to some good music!

Located in the newly restored landmark historic, art deco, "Number One Main" building, the new Moxy…read morehotel rooftop bar called "The One" (get it?..clever) has, by far, the best rooftop views overlooking SC's capital city, Columbia; and the SC State House grounds. Catch a glimpse of the beautiful sunsets from the Western facing deck, or just star gaze while enjoying a beautifully crafted cocktail on the outside lounging areas. There are no prices on the drinks but they are all average about $18 @ drink for mixers. The cocktail menu had a variety of offerings and had excellent and attentive bartenders and staff. A food menu is available that features Mexican fare from the small Loco Taco restaurant in the ground floor of the hotel. During winter months there are outdoor heaters to keep it warm and cozy while you sip ur drinks. This is a must see if ur in town and want to catch a breeze, a sunset, and a chill buzz!

The Joint @ 1710 Main in Columbia is one of those spots that effortlessly blends good food, live…read moremusic, and a whole vibe Walking in, you immediately feel the energy--dim lighting, chandeliers, and a packed room full of people enjoying themselves. The live band set the tone for the entire night . Smooth, soulful, and engaging--honestly felt like a mini concert while you're dining. The food came through too! The Fly Town Fries were stacked, flavorful, and had just the right kick , and the shrimp quesadilla was crispy, melty, and packed with flavor--definitely a must-order . Everything felt like elevated bar food done right. Drinks were on point--a chilled white Moscato paired perfectly with the meal , light, smooth, and refreshing for the vibe. The crowd was lively, diverse, and really added to the experience--this is definitely a social spot. Great for date night, girls night, or just getting out and enjoying downtown Columbia If you're looking for good music, good eats, and a great atmosphere all in one place, The Joint is it. Definitely coming back!

Brunch service on Saturdays and Sundays are always amazing and fun. If you enjoy karaoke, amazing…read morefood, and drinks you'll love it there! Definitely a go to for brunch if you want to catch a good vibe!

Thursday night girls' night done right!! We stopped into The…read moreHollow for Bottles & Boards and were very impressed. The Wild Game Tasting Board was the star of the table perfect for sharing and trying something a little different. We also ordered the gator bites (a must-try!) and finished things off with cheesecake for dessert, which was the perfect sweet ending. Good service, Amazing Food. The chef really goes above and beyond! This is the perfect spot if you're looking to switch things up from your usual dinner routine and try something a little wild.

When my family in Columbia suggested a "forest to table" restaurant, I wasn't sure what to expect…read more But The Hollow surprised me in the best way. The concept centers on wild game. Bison, elk, boar, rabbit. These are proteins you don't see on most menus. The restaurant leans into a woodland theme with greenery hanging throughout the space. It borders on a bit much, but the open kitchen visible from the dining room grounds the whole experience and adds a nice touch of theater. The seating was comfortable and well spaced, perfect for a family dinner where you actually want to hear each other talk. Our server was outstanding, easily 5 out of 5. She knew the menu cold, offered thoughtful recommendations, and struck that ideal balance of attentive without being intrusive. She made the evening better. The drinks were mostly a win. Two cocktails were excellent, creative and well balanced. A third was over iced and fell flat. Minor miss, but worth noting. The food is where The Hollow really shines. The charcuterie board was a fantastic start, featuring a well curated spread of wild game meats, quality cheeses, fig, and mustard. The mains delivered across the board: salmon, elk, and bison all came out beautifully with great flavor and generous portions. The sides deserved their own applause, which isn't something I say often. The dessert menu was the one soft spot. Nothing grabbed our attention, so we ended up heading across the street to Kaminsky's for something sweet. For a kitchen that puts this much care into everything else, the dessert offerings felt like an afterthought. A couple of notes on the bill to be aware of: we were charged a few dollars for swapping a vegetable side. There was a 3% credit card surcharge that caught us off guard. When you're out with the family and the tab runs into the hundreds $, most folks are paying with a card. That's a fee I'd want to know about upfront. On the menu, from the server, somewhere visible before the check arrives. The bottom line: The Hollow is a creative, well executed restaurant with standout food and excellent service. If you're in Columbia, it's well worth a reservation.

Great Food, Service, and the best Bourbon selection in South Carolina. Can't wait to return!read more

Perfect place for an amazing dinner right before catching a show! The holiday cocktail menu was…read moreinteresting, but the hubby opted for a smoked bourbon. It delivered on smokiness to the point of entertaining me too! My glass of rose was great, a normal choice for me. The gumbo had excellent flavor and the small whole bird on top was such an interesting presentation. The crispy skin had great flavor as did the chicken itself, complemented the creole flavor of the gumbo perfectly. I hate to admit that the tomato broth, dare I say gravy, kind of stole the flavor show. We both loved it. I nearly forgot I had grilled bread to accompany it as I was spooning up mussels and the delightfully flavorful tomato broth. Service was totally on point until the very end, when getting our check was a bit slow. We had a new server respond to our rescue though, and they did discount our check a bit, which was more than we were expecting. The seating arrangement for us ended up being at a communal long dining table, not a private booth. It wasn't our first date, and we loved being in the middle of the room and watching all of the dishes and drinks flow by. The view of the booth tables by the window would also make for a great view when the street is busy with ample people watching. Great experience, would definitely recommend. Take note, they do not take reservations so either come early or allow time to wait.

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.

I ordered chicken teriyaki it was a good portion and the food was good. Service was quick. I don't…read morelike dark meat chicken, so I didn't like the dish wasn't white meat. I thought it was going to be white meat. I am hoping to try a new dish next time.

The adults come out to play at Goat's in Five Points! If you have a love for espresso martinis,…read moreyou'll definitely want to check them out!

The bar is everything I look for from a cocktail bar - spacious yet cozy, dark with enough light to…read moreread what's in front of you, and quality drink. The cocktails were the star of the night - ranging from $11 to $13 - both their classics and house creations were well balanced and worth trying. Table service was provided with attentive wait staff who weren't overbearing. The only miss for the night was the food. While certain items like the fries and the Brussels sprouts were great, other items like the burger and duck tacos didn't hit the mark with a burger that was too dry and overly charred and the tacos which were too gamey and could have used a some more acid. For a drink I'd certainly visit again, but would likely pass on food.

Excellent space for post competition eats! Large space on our own for our kiddos to play without…read moredisturbing other patrons. The service was kind and understanding. Great ribs and Philly cheesesteak.

Giving it 3.5 stars because of our server Gabbi. She was a 10 from the start!…read more Gabbi (sp), greeted a with a smile and was super knowledgeable and efficient. This is a pepsi not coke house as an FYI. Murray's menu has lots of variety. Gabbi made suggestions that we appreciated...The appetizers were excellent. (cheese curd), I had the half rack, it was tender and delicious. We did have an issue with an "undercooked" burger entree that Gabbi addressed and made right for us. All in all a good overall experience. There is plenty of parking and, there are pool tables off the dining floor if you choose to linger for awhile.

Great "tapas" style menu and cocktails with egg whites were on point! Nice location downtown allows…read moreyou to add this to your pub crawl

Prohibition beat my expectations. I expected it to be gimmicky, but I left pleasantly surprised…read more I found the atmosphere to be quite space-y (looks great for attending a show or event). The food surpassed my expectations, particularly the red pepper dip. I also saw the teriyaki beef tacos and thought they'd be meh, but they were really quite tasty! Did not order entrees. I would say they should add a vegetarian/vegan entree option (or substitution) (beyond something mundane like a salad)- maybe I didn't look hard enough. The service was good but not anything to rave about. We were there at what seemed to be a relatively slow time of day/week (maybe 20% of the restaurant was full). Nothing bad to say here. The pricing was as expected. Pretty typical. Also, why no champagne on the menu?! Come on guys (lol, again, maybe I didn't look hard enough). So- 4 out of 5. Not knocking it because of any complaints, it's just pretty average for Columbia. Though I do think they deserve higher than 3.6 based on my experience.

We have been coming to this Lucky's location since finding it five or six years ago. We had not…read morebeen in a while since moving from nearby Gaston to Camden but made a special effort to go on Friday April 18, 2026. I always loved the burgers who tasted great and were pretty obviously hand patted on location. Not so much yesterday. The patty was much smaller with less taste and appeared to be perfectly round as if it had come in frozen. It was a huge disappointment. A year ago, I would have given it five stars. Based on yesterday's trip, I would give it three. Everything else was much as I recall. A friendly, upbeat vibe with great service. It is in an odd location beside an old Piggly Wiggly (that is being rehabbed into a WesCo Brew & Bowl. It is in Cayce but has a West Columbia address. Lucky's Facebook page refers to its location as both cities in different spots. I would go back and order potato soup and a sald which I have had there before.

We have been coming here for years. Great food, cold beer, great service…read more What more do you need?