This place is incredible. I always leave the choice of wine and food to what they recommend. The…read moreprogression of how they pair wine and progress it with the food is very skillful. Everything is done well...the rather small menu is thoughtful and interesting. Certainly the best of what Columbia has to offer. Cacio e Pepe with ham and chanterelles is absolutely unmatched.

From top to bottom, beginning to end, A to Z, etc, etc, we've never had a bad experience at Lula…read moreDrake. The cocktails and wines are constantly updating and always exciting. The food is delicious - from the pasta special Wednesdays to burger night Thursdays - you can never go wrong. Pro tip: add the iberico. The staff is all amazing, and quickly has come to have the feel of our very own Cheers in downtown Columbia. Cameron never fails us, and I only wish they were open Sundays and Mondays, too.

Delicious food, eclectic upscale decor really made this place stand out. Elijah, our server was…read morejust the right amount of attentive amd knowledgeable.

Food was average but pricey, we got a flatbread and salad. Service was great, menu seemed limited.read more

Went for an actual dinner. You can tell the chef takes great pride in his dishes! Burrata still…read moreamazing...deviled eggs had perfect spice...pork chop possibly the best in COLA... Cocktails, ambiance, service all amazing!

Hendrix was a really fun restaurant, and a great place to stop in for a round of evening drinks!…read moreWhat's funny is that I had walked past Hendrix probably hundreds of times, and never thought to drop in. Well, I'm very glad that I finally did! I really liked how there were two (2) floors of the restaurant (after walking up a flight of stairs), one being a typical dining area, and the other being an awesome rooftop lounge. I didn't get anything to eat, but I was impressed by their selection of draft and canned beers, as well as their selection of wines. The two (2) bartenders I interacted with were both very nice, knowledgeable, and did a great job. However, the one downside of my visit to Hendrix was that one of the bartenders was a little slow to wipe down the inside bar, causing me to be surrounded by crumbs and half-eaten food for a little while. I know this isn't a huge deal, but it was a little gross. Other than that, Hendrix was a great experience, and I'll be back with friends soon!

What a lovely experience we had as we enjoyed dinner here. Customer service from the time we…read morearrived was impeccable. The graham mallard cocktail was excellent. It was balanced, and the ingredients came together so nicely. It was really smooth. The second cocktail we tried was a spin on a negroni; however, instead of gin, it was cognac. This cocktail was pretty good, but if you do not like campari you will not like this cocktail. Bread is available upon request, and on our evening it was a sourdough served. It was pretty good. The crawfish deviled eggs were definitely distinctive. The creole mustard is very forward; with that note in mind, it was savory and tasty. For our second course, my husband had the braised short rib, and he said it was delicious and tender. He also complimented the brussels sprouts. I enjoyed the steak frites. The new york strip was a thick cut and so tender. It was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. That literally was the most flavorful steak I've had out in some time. The broccolini rested on the flavors of the steak and was delicious. The truffle fries were like a thick-cut wedge fries with the perfect crisp. Those fries were amazing as well. We tried the orzo macaroni and cheese. The orzo put a different spin on the macaroni and cheese dish, but it was cheesy and pretty good. The experience was so amazing here and truly made our night out a worthwhile evening. The ambiance was very pleasant and mild. The menu is rotating, and reservations can be made on their website.

Cute date night spot! My husband and I came here for our anniversary, the restaurant was tucked…read moreaway in a historical building and was very quiet and intimate. The service was amazing! They were so thoughtful and even brought me a mocktail to toast since they noticed I wasn't drinking alcohol. The food was wonderful and we would absolutely return in the future.

Beautiful way to start a long weekend on the patio at Gervais & Vine. This month's special wine…read moreflight is from Argyle in Oregon - a delight. The wine menu for the flight is actually embedded with flower seeds! Also enjoyed hot goat cheese dip, fingerling potatoes, Spanish meatballs and scallops. Everything was fresh and tasty. Sitting on the patio is a unique experience. We encountered a slight tilt, many overly load mufflers and some delightfully well behaved French poodles. Service was kind and attentive. Already looking forward to our next visit.

I was only in town for one night so I was torn on where to go to dinner. I looked through Yelp and…read morereservation sites to see what was available and then honed in on what might be a wow dinner. I had a few options, but ultimately landed on Gervais and Vine and made a reservation. On the recommendation of our server, we started with a bottle of In Sheep's Clothing and got to ordering. I had already scoured the menu before coming in so I was pretty sure I knew what I wanted. I love that it's smaller portions so you can order different dishes and try a bunch all at once. We started with the baked brie which I think had an apricot spread plus some fruit and bread. Then we did the petit filet mignon, pork with gorgonzola cream sauce, spicy shrimp gambas, and the seared jumbo scallops. This may sound like too much for two people and you would be right but it was so delicious. I highly recommend everything we had. If I had to choose some standouts, the shrimp were phenomenal and I'm still thinking about them. The biggest surprise was the pork. It was a good size portion in comparison and the cream sauce was so good. Honestly, if you followed this order to a T or any variation of it, you can't go wrong. We weren't rushed in any way so in lieu of dessert we took our time finishing that bottle of wine. While there were some other menu items that jumped out at me, I would absolutely come back and order the exact same thing again. This was one of my favorite meals this year.

AMAZING!!! We have lived in Columbia for a few years so I can't believe we had not heard of City…read moreGrit until recently, but we will make up for lost time. Our first experience was outstanding and we will return...OFTEN! For starters, our server was a professional. She is working on her 3rd level certification as a sommelier so it was truly a pleasure talking wine and food with her. Her recommendations were spot on all night long. Next, the menu is the most creative in Columbia. This restaurant is more Charleston-like or big city like with its menu options. Our biggest challenge of the night was deciding what to order. My wife ordered the Gnudi with brisket and is still talking about it. I rolled the dice and decided to try the squid ink pasta with lobster as a test, and I can honestly say they got an A++. I've eaten squid ink pasta in some of the best restaurants in New York, Boston and other major cities, and this was the BEST I have ever eaten. I almost didn't write this review because I selfishly don't want to have to fight for a reservation when this place gets busier, but I DO want it to flourish. Columbia needs more restaurants like City Grit. My only suggestion for them is to offer Valet parking because I had to park so far away that I was sweating by the time I walked all the way back to the restaurant after dropping off my wife.Otherwise, this is a fantastic dinner experience!!!

I would like to say my service was excellent here. I found City Grit after visiting the wonderful…read moresister coffee shop next door. The host was so nice and welcoming. The waiter was so attentive and kind. The ambiance is beautiful.. The restaurant was kind of hot and the wine I chose was hot as well. They were able to chill I quickly but I ended up getting a different wine. I ordered the crab farro, the lobster eel pasta, whipped feta, baked chicken, and wine. I don't think this is a bad restaurant. Maybe I should have tried brunch vs dinner. The smoked chicken was some of the best chicken I have ever had. Tender, Smokey, and bursting with flavor. I did not enjoy the crab farro, I believe it was more grain than crab. The whipped feta was a little tangy for my taste. I am willing to try this restaurant again. Maybe brunch as that was most of the photos I saw.

Superb meal, excellent wine and top notch service. Would definitely return…read more Bread melted in my mouth. I wanted to lick the bowl clean after finishing the pear & ricotta fiochi....

Very classy place with valet parking. Adult oriented, I don't suggest bringing the kids. Hard to…read morescore a table or bar seat when USC in session. Reservation needed for a table. During the summer, I suggest any evening except Monday. Staff, especially the bartenders, are sociable and courteous. Impressed that they stocked Pappy bourbon and Amaro Nonino. Service exceptional, prices reasonable. Ask for the specials. If they have it, order the She Crab Soup. It's the best I ever had. I did want to mention the live music. The pianist I experienced was exceptional. Music really added to the restaurants ambience. My only suggestion is expanding the menu.

Goat's has a fun, casual atmosphere that works well for a night out with friends. I ordered the hot…read morechicken sandwich with fries, and the sandwich had a nice amount of heat without drowning out the flavor. We also shared the fried pickles, which disappeared pretty quickly. The music was a little loud during the busy part of the evening, but it added to the lively feel.

Always great service, fantastic atmosphere and quality, food and beverage at a reasonable price!read more

Omg, sensational. The artwork & decor was perfect for the type of service provided. We got two…read moredrinks that were fantastic. The 2 appetizers we got were the shrimp (3.5/5 ) and the burrata toast (4.75/5) but baby, the entrees were exceptional. We ordered the duck, steak and pappardelle. The desserts were also amazing. The bread pudding & creme brûlée were great too. If you can snag a reservation please do. The menu does rotate so please be mindful when reading reviews.

The French toast was delicious along with the bacon . Everyone seemed to have enjoyed their food .read more

I really liked Curiosity Coffee Bar, and think that it's the perfect local, eclectic, but still…read moremodern coffee bar! I loved the artwork in the shop, as it made me feel like I was in a big city, an international city. The staff was really nice as well, and my simple cup of black coffee was pretty good as well. They also had a cool selection of merchandise for sale, which included mugs, stickers, candles, etc. In addition, they had a cool outdoor area, which would be great on a nice spring or fall day! All-in-all, Curiosity was great, I'd highly recommend it, and I'll be back in the future!

I'm so sorry yall I drank most of my cold brew already lol ! But this place had great reviews so I…read moredecided to meet my friend here for a coffee date. I got a cold brew with heavy cream and sf vanilla and caramel syrup. It was rich and really good! This is a cute little cafe off Main Street and I love the vibes here. It's very colorful and welcoming.