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!

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.

The Gourmet Shop was really good! Now, I'll admit that I didn't get the most exquisite meal, but my…read moregrilled cheese, potato chips, and coffee were excellent! I went on a weekday morning when it wasn't too packed, and I really enjoyed the authentic deli ambiance, which isn't the easiest thing to find in this neck of the woods. My server (whose name I didn't catch) was such a sweetheart and did an amazing job of making sure my drinks were re-filled, my food was delivered on time, and was proactive in offering me a cup of coffee to-go. After my meal, I enjoyed wandering around the other side of the restaurant for a few minutes, which included a cigar room, an enormous wine cellar, and a host of fine cheeses that I had never heard of before! All-in-all, I really enjoyed The Gourmet Shop, will definitely be back in the future, and would recommend it to anybody in the area who's looking for an authentic deli experience!

One of the best brunch spots in town! The Gourmet Shop is a cafe and shop with kitchen gadgets…read more(think Fresh Market high end) on a local scale. They have wonderful sandwiches and the best tomato bisque in town (order with a side of Fresh Bread). Their chicken, shrimp and pimento cheese are all fan favorites! They have 4 dollar glasses of wine and 5 dollar craft beer. We ordered a slice of blackberry cake and it was divine! Cheesecake and a deviled food cake layered with blackberry moose. Delicious! Gourmet Shop is the best spot in 5 Points!

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!

The ambiance was great, very spacious indoor and outdoor areas. The service was engaging and…read moreprofessional. The service size of coffee was great.

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.

Amazing coffee cafe and more- delicious hand crafted drinks, incredible baked goods and a…read morepersonable, talented owner who makes all and does all. If you are going elsewhere for coffee and treats in downtown Columbia, you are making a mistake.

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!

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.

Indah's an OK coffee shop, and it's not a bad place to grab a coffee on any given day. I think that…read morethe inside of the café's a little bit too dim, and would benefit from a tad more light. The two (2) baristas working there were nice enough, but not as friendly as other local businesses or coffee shops. Finally, I got a large black coffee, which was fine enough. All-in-all, Indah was fine, but I think it lags a little behind some of the other local coffee shops in town.

Excellent customer service and delicious fresh homemade desserts! Highly recommend even on Mother's…read moreDay when it was crowded they were efficient.

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!