Halls Chophouse has all of the textbook service components that I look for in a high-end steak/seafood restaurant. They even had jazz musicians in the front lobby entryway. The restaurant location is across from the State House, so I'd anticipate that they get quite a diverse cross section of visitors at the restaurant. I could tell from the moment we arrived that the hostesses were professional and got us to a table that was comfortable and had a view of the dining room. We had originally intended to sit outside where the view is more interesting, but on this day the heat was just too much. Our server, Megan approached quickly and went over a presentation of meat types and preparation styles, and quickly got us some drinks. She was efficient and professional throughout the meal. I had a wonderful fillet with some sauteed spinach, and it was all quite tasty. With a price averaging about $90 per person all in, including soft drinks, tip and tax, it's a higher end restaurant for the area, but certainly a reasonable value overall. For those visiting from out of town as we were, you should definitely take the time to either walk across Gervais Street to visit the State House, or head in the opposite direction along main Street and visit the downtown area. Halls is a wonderful centerpiece and represents Columbia well. At the end of the meal, they asked for my address, at which point I sarcastically said to my wife quote what are they going to do, mail me a thank you card?" Well, they did mail me a thank you card, a very nice touch, and appreciated. A truly first class move. read more

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Our party of four was fairly satisfied with our brunch. Most everyone agreed that the food and especially the coffee could've benefited from a higher temperature. The problem with the coffee was the cream. It should probably be served around room temperature. Because the creamer was so cold several of our party had to ask for frequent warm-ups. Our server, Kristen, was very personable, pleasant and accommodating. A couple of us ordered Bellini's and mimosas. My Bellini was just OK. My standards are high, since I've had them in Venice, Italy. The Hall's Bellini was not very tasty and on the watery side. My wife tried to order the sweet potato pancakes, but they were out. So she was disappointed, and ended up with the lavender scented brioche French toast. She thought it was OK but was seeking a stronger flavor. I ordered the biscuits and sausage gravy. I don't order this very often, but there was a good portion of sausage and the flavor of the sausage was enjoyable without being too salty. Our daughter ordered crab cake Eggs Benedict which features a creole sauce. She enjoyed it, but the temperature of the dish could have been hotter. Our niece's daughter had the farmers omelette with the apple sage sausage. The apple-sage sausages were excellent (I got to sample one) and a very good deal. The ambience of Halls is always great. The service is usually quite good and the food is usually excellent. This is our second brunch at Halls and I'll have to say that our first brunch experience was a little bit better for the reasons noted above. I still rate it the best brunch in town. read more

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We came here on Mother's Day (we were a party of five) and we were seated immediately as we had a reservation for an early dinner. We were greeted pretty quickly by our server, who did a steak presentation of the different cuts of steak, and then we placed our drink and appetizer orders. We got calamari as our appetizer, and we also got bread, which was complimentary. The calamari was good with what I believe was a sweet asian sauce drizzled on top. My husband and I split a Caesar salad; additionally, I got the scallops (which came with risotto) and my husband got the rack of lamb. My scallops were perfectly cooked, sweet, juicy, and nice and plump. The risotto was so disappointing; I didn't like it at all and only ate a few bites. My husband said his rack of lamb was fine, but nothing to write home about. We got some sides for the table, which included asparagus with hollandaise, collard greens, and the pepper jack creamed corn skillet - the creamed corn was bomb, it was so yummy and flavorful, the collard greens were also quite good, the asparagus on the other hand seemed to have no flavor. We ended the dinner with the bread pudding and I was unimpressed; my parents said usually it's much better, so perhaps it was an off day. Throughout our late lunch/early dinner there were gnats in the dining room we were in, which was super annoying. All in all, it was fine, but not great and certainly not worth the price. read more

We were in town for one day and booked a reservation at this restaurant at the recommendation of someone who lives nearby. It was a good experience. There are several different dining areas to choose from. Our original plan was to sit outside on the patio with a beautiful view of the state house. However, after walking outside for about a half hour we decided it was way too hot to sit outside so we switched our reservation to the main dining room. There are also tables available in the bar area. The ambiance in the dining room was very nice with good music playing as well. The menu offers appetizers, salads, soups, steaks, and a few seafood items. I opted for the scallops with vegetable risotto. It was a delicious dish. My husband had the filet mignon with sautéed spinach. He also loved his dinner. Service was fairly quick and professional. read more

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Classic chophouse offerings well executed in an energetic space. Seafood tower is a good way to start and there's great flavor on dry aged ribeye. read more

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Sat at the bar. Servers were nice, but not consistent. Had three servers within 1.5 hours. All were nice, but they kept on disappearing throughout my stay. All apps, sides, and deserts met expectations, but the main course did not. Ordered 4 ounces of the A5 with chefs suggestion as preparation. Meat was tough, chewy, with sections of cartilage or silver skin that their given knife needed multiple passes. Completely unacceptable for cut and price point. Comparable to cheapest cut of sirloin from the local supermarket. No elegance or special feeling, just feeling of multiple passes with the knife and chewing even though flavored appropriately and seared nicely. Had numerous experiences with A5, by far the worst. Felt like it was their left over trimmings, at best. Cannot help but feel it was a substitution with a lesser cut or cow. Seems like a decent place, so recommend sticking to basics without ordering anything from the their high end selections. Save it for a fine dining experience in another city. read more

I love this restaurant. I've had nearly every item on the menu at this point. The wait staff has been fantastic (special thanks to Andy) for every one of my visits. They are pretty accommodating for walk-ins. The mood is always right with the live music at night and dim lighting in their back dining rooms. The only bad experience I've had was with the burger that came out a little too rare. read more

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Came for dinner while in town. One of the most expensive restaurants I have been too outside a major city or Las Vegas. Nice steakhouse atmosphere. Service was overwhelming. We started with drinks and bread service. Ordered Calamari, Ceaser salad, lobster Mac and Cheese, NY Strip, 8 oz filet and loaded mashed potatoes. Huge meal for 2 people. All the food was very good and came out very nice. But beware the cheapest steak is $60 an that was the filet! read more

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Although I have eaten at this gem before, this was my first Sunday brunch. There were several options, but my server recommended the French toast! Omg! Who created this heavenly masterpiece? Thick, Texas toast dipped in crushed-corn flakes making the perfect crunchy-soft melt in your mouth explosion. Also served with three strips of thick bacon. Y'all I have been thinking about this French toast all week. My server was the best. She was spot on, not overly checking in, but always making contact to let me know if I needed something she was near. The ambiance is classy. That's how I feel when I dine at Hall's. The servers are the best, when you leave they are all lined up to say their goodbyes. Next time I'm going to dance to the exit! Oh yeah, they had a little band this particular Sunday. Don't miss out on having a Hall's Chophouse experience! read more

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Food and service was first rate and while it was an expensive dinner / salad l/ steal and sides no alcohol it was $160 but well worth the spouse I am a veteran hospitality manager so I recognize good training and consistency when I see it - I was very impressed No wonder this restaurant is always busy especially in this price point range Thank you- I'll definitely be back read more

Walked in late with no reservations and was accommodated right away. The Martini's were exceptional, large, and really well priced. We shared the crab cake as an appetizer and shared a filet and ravioli. All were delicious and cooked perfectly. read more

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I could not believe how bad this Halls location fumbled what was supposed to be a celebratory dinner between two people. The staff were shockingly rude and unprofessional, the atmosphere was tense and off putting, the food was very disappointing aside from the steak tartar, and they sent us home with someone else's leftovers after offering to box up the rest of our meal. There were so many other things that went wrong during our visit and they didn't handle any of it well. We won't be going back. read more

My friends and I went to Hall's on November 10th for my birthday dinner, and it was a fantastic experience. The food was delicious, the pineapple martini was a standout favorite, and the service was excellent. We enjoyed it so much that my friends immediately started planning our next visit. read more

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So this was our first time, we came for lunch, and so much was off. The manager was amazing, he took care of us, but we weren't satisfied. Well come back at dinner to try other things out, simply because of the manager. read more

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I am not sure how this restaurant 'only' has 4.2 starts! It should be 5!! About 3 years ago, we tried Halls Chophouse of Charleston and was undeniably impressed by the quality of the steaks, sides, and the service. Since we were in the Columbia area, we had to come back! The service here is top-notch, and ALL high end restaurants should take note. Servers and managers are always standing around in the hallway practically waiting to help you, are there to start conversation and make you enjoy your experience. Our waitress constantly came around to check on us. Great work! In Charleston, we got the prime rib and loved it. So, as a result, we got the prime rib again AND loved it again! It was just like how we remembered it; tender and great flavor. Their sides come in large portions (shareable). They do have great mac-and-cheese. It kind of gives us like a Spanish vibe, probably because it consists of a certain spice or Jalapeños (my guess), but that does not make it spicy! All it does is adds complexity to the flavor. For dessert, we shared the cookie skillet. It comes with ice cream on top with chocolate syrup and caramel on the side. Crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside.. that's how we like it!! I highly recommend you give Halls Chophouse a try. You will not be disappointed! read more

I met here with 2 colleagues for a business meeting, The service was fabulous, the corn and Brussels sprout sides were next level. I got a 16oz dry aged ribeye and 2oz of the Japanese Wagyu. Absolutely fantastic. I saw they have a steak hot dog, and plan to be back for lunch soon! read more

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Great steak and drinks! I've been to several of these and they always deliver. They have great cuts, and a great old fashioned! Service is always friendly and attentive too. read more

I always have amazing service but this time it wasn't as good as it usually is. Our food was mixed up and the entree was brought out without the meat. It took our waiter forever to give us bread (which is so warm and good). The food was amazing. We had fried green tomatoes, blue cheese wedge and salmon. The fried green tomatoes had blue crab on top. The flavor was unimaginable. Overall the food was very good but the service could've been a little better. I go to Halls every single time I come to Columbia. read more

Went to Halls tonight to celebrate my birthday and everything was great as always. Francis was our waitress and she was amazing! Such a great night..the food was on point as always. read more

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They don't have a dedicated gluten free menu, and the waiter wasn't very knowledgeable. Came here because online reviews said they could make almost anything gluten free... (and for the Amex credit). Paid parking everywhere. Ambiance is formal but the music choice is interesting. Not bad, just different. Food was fancy bar food but pretty good. 434 drink is good and strong! read more

I love Hall's! I went during brunch hours (the best time to go) and ordered all my favs: calamari , caesar salad and the corn skillet. The calamari is so good! Fried perfectly and the sweet chilli sauce on top is the perfect. It's also served with a green sauce (which this was first time having) and it was good as well!! Hall's has THEE best Caesar salad. The anchovies on top along with red peppers and a Parmesan crisp is so perfect! Lastly, the corn skillet ..I recommend sharing because it's big. If I remember correctly our waitress was Sara and she was very friendly and attentive...great personality! Can't wait to go back! read more

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I love a busy restaurant and this was one. The hostess guided me to a seat at the bar and it was a blast. Great drinks on the menu and the appetizers weee perfect. read more

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Ambience and service were absolutely stellar. Highly attentive wait staff. The food was good but nothing worthwhile of the prices. We sat in a party of 7, and all ordered either steak, lamb, or fish. Everyone at the table was served meat cooked one tier beyond what was ordered. For example, I ordered a steak medium rare, requesting more on the rare side and I was served a steak medium with a barely observable, questionable bit of rare the size of a pencil in the middle. Another person at table ordered her steak medium and was served a steak well done. Same with the person who ordered lamb and so forth. Sides are served family style. Nice presentation but nothing special otherwise. read more

This place is very nice. Staff is amazing, courteous, and very friendly. Menu is good and has nice variety and cuts of meat. I'm sure my experience was a blip but we waited over an hour for our steak. And when it came out it was not cooked properly. The sides were great. The dinner was extremly long and the delay was just too long. The staff was very kind and addressed it with a discount. Still a solid place read more

Looking for a night out to a high end steak house? This place is it! I've been going here regularly for few years now and my review still hasn't changed; they are the best Columbia has to offer in terms of quality of food, service, and taste. I'd consider it almost fine dining compared to other steak restaurants I've been to. My favorite and highly recommendation is the 12 oz filet mignon. I've recommended it to multiple friends and family and they all provided feedback saying it's one of the softest, most tender steaks they've eaten. To complement the steak, the premium side options of the Brussel sprouts and lobster Mac & cheese is delicious. If you're not a filet fan, they have dozens of other cuts starting from your NY strip to a 20 oz tomahawk or even the A5 Japanese wagyu for a very steep price. The staff there have always been amazing. You walk in to be greeted warmly to each of the wait staff upholding a high level of professionalism. The restrooms are always kept cleaned and freshened. To compliment this experience, no need to worry about parking as they have valet. I highly recommend because street parking is extremely hard to come by in this area. read more

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They know how to make food tasty, had the chophouse omelet and it was the best, the sweet potatoes pancakes were also a treat. read more

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There is nothing to be said when the food, service and atmosphere is top notch! So yes I strongly recommend this restaurant

The food was excellent. The atmosphere is fun and very interesting. The service was very slow and a little disappointing. Bathrooms were clean. We enjoyed our brunch. read more

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Inviting location but a bit cramped-it is adjoined to a hotel. White tablecloth, decent wine selection, dimly lit...expected service and food to match but unfortunately it did not. I ordered the dry aged ribeye med rare and it came out well done-Server noticed it quickly (good job by him) but immediately called for a manager to inspect it with his little flashlight...thought that was a little odd...was he going to deem my well done steak medium rare? Judge/Jury/executioner? I dunno...I also specifically asked for a ribeye off the chuck end which a high end steakhouse should know what I am looking for-they did not bring me what I asked for. Bathrooms are clean so that's good. They also give you jelly beans at the end of the night...they shouldn't have been the highlight of the evening, but they were. read more

My friends and I went to Hall's for my birthday dinner, and it was a fantastic experience. The food was delicious, the pineapple martini was a standout favorite, and the service was excellent. We enjoyed it so much that my friends immediately started planning our next visit. read more

Halls Chophouse - Columbia - Steakhouses Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

Always great ! Service , quality of food and atmosphere is exactly what you expect from a great restaurant! I've never had a bad meal or experience here and this was no different. I don't mind paying the bill here as I always leave happy !! Thanks Halls for another great experience! read more

This was an amazing dinner with friends!! Service was outstanding our server was Pax and he did a great job explaining the menu and giving us our options! We loved the ambiance and coziness of the restaurant and the variety of seating. We enjoyed the She Crab soup which it was our 1st time having, it was so flavorful and creamy. Our steak was cooked to perfection and very tender, i highly recommend the Kansas City Bone in strip!! We finished dinner with trying the Bread pudding which literally melts in your mouth! We couldn't have asked for a better dinner. We cannot wait to come back from lunch and brunch! read more

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Listen, I know we aren't in a major city- but if you know anything about tasting "love" in the food and if you read the last 10 reviews... Let's just say I was cringing at the idea my partner wanted to come here for a birthday dinner before the WNBA game that was meant to be tomorrow (but got postponed *prayfully* to Friday). Ultimately Emma was a standard server, she did however recommend the duck with haricot verts [green beans that weren't even properly prepped imo] fingerling potatoes that tasted old, dry and flavorless and this tomato smothered half-duck that was just confusing. She was nice enough to bring the manage who removed it from the check, I was satisfied with the she crab soup, foie gras and mashed potato side... My partner enjoyed the petit filet (medium came out more like med VERY rare) and a massive lump of truffle butter- Certainly not worth the +$14 price. A huge ketel one dirty martini was $24... They were nice enough to present a tasty prosecco and delicious candied nut ice cream sundae as a complimentary birthday treat. Ultimately as foodies- you know it's not about price- until you don't feel you're getting your moneys worth... sadly that is the main impression I got here, over-hyped, typical (but one of The much less memorable steak houses I have ever been to... out of dozens). Pleasant service, awful table (right next to service door but also where managers like to stand and chatter and close to servers stations at the end of the main bar. We did come 30 Min early but it is Wednesday and honestly I would've preferred to sit at the bar than there. It would be more "fun" as a high top honestly because then at least you feel better with all the workers buzzing around you. My partner is not quite as discerning as I am but, if it weren't for the prompt attention of the manager, and the fantastic wines and live music I would've dropped this down to a 2. Food is just not to the level it should be. Thanks for reading! Cheers. read more

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I treated my fiancé to dinner as part of his birthday celebration, and we truly enjoyed the experience. We had reservations and were seated promptly. Our waitress was very friendly and knowledgeable as she explained the differences of the steak options. From champagne to the tomahawk steak and sides, to the dessert and ambiance, all was amazing. The only thing I'd do differently is ask that the steak be well done vs medium well as we ordered. However, that was fine, because we were able to cook the leftovers to our liking once home. The staff as a whole were amazing and friendly, and I appreciated the kindness and great service. I'm mad I didn't get a pic of any of the food/specialty drinks, but we were hungry and forgot about that part lol. read more

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Wonderful filet mignon. Love the Hall's chop salad. Fried okra really good as well; light batter and okra still crunchy (think al dente). Great service; nice atmosphere. read more

It was my first time dining at Halls Chophouse. I was impressed with the decor and service. The variety of quality steaks was impressive. The quality was evident with every bite. I had the 12 oz wet aged filet with the lobster tail. The steak was buttery and the lobster was a nice size roasted to perfection. The sides were very good! I especially enjoyed the mushroom risotto. For dessert we had the whiskey bread pudding. I had not realized this was a chain brand at all. I will definitely return next time I'm in town. Enjoy! read more

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Very classy and sophisticated atmosphere. Really good service... they have a ton of staff on hand. Oysters had a lot of flavor and the burger was juicy and cooked correctly. Very reasonably priced for lunch read more

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I recently had my first dining experience at Halls Chophouse for a friend's birthday dinner, and it did not live up to the high expectations. Parking:The restaurant offers valet and street parking, along with a connected parking garage with visitor parking. Conveniently, you can take an elevator down to the restaurant level, and there's no charge for parking. Ambiance:Upon entering the so-called "upscale" establishment, I found it more reminiscent of a Baby Ruth's Chris. The atmosphere is laid-back and chill, but it's very dimly lit. If you haven't read the menu online, you'll need to use a phone light to see it clearly. The seating areas are well-spaced, allowing the noise to distribute evenly, which is a plus. Service: Our waiter was friendly and helpful, readily answering any questions we had. Bar:I enjoyed watching the bartenders, they were entertaining and clearly passionate about their craft. Food:Unfortunately, the food did not meet the hype. I don't eat beef, so I ordered the lamb chops, but I was not impressed. They were the smallest lamb chops I've seen. All you saw was bones. The asparagus was fine, but the standout dish was the mac and cheese--easily the best item I tasted. Overall, while the restaurant fell short in several areas in particularly food quality and value for the price. I've heard their brunch is amazing. Hopefully, my next visit will be a better experience. read more

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Great experience! First time here and it won't be my last. For a steakhouse they have a very varied menu, and the staff all seem to be very knowledgeable of the offerings and the drink pairings. The sides are plentiful enough for 2-3 guests so don't over order. The steak I ordered was cooked exceptionally well, and no condiments were needed, lol. I highly recommend this restaurant for a special night out or a normal night out. read more

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Recently visited for a 5:30 reservation; I made our reservation two weeks in advance. I'll start with areas for improvement: I do wish there was more of a dress code. I'm all for comfortable, but I do think at this price point and at dinner time certain attire should be expected. Mashed potatoes were disappointing. It looked like they placed a stick of butter on top. When they were served to us the butter dripped everywhere. Wasn't very appetizing. Not a fan of how close tables are placed in the dining room. I should not be able to reach out and touch the person by me. It made the experience less "intimate." The table by us was celebrating their one year anniversary and we heard every detail of their conversation. What stood out: The service!!! Our server was fantastic! Prompt, knowledgeable, attentive and made our experience pleasant. Things we enjoyed/tips: The steak is true to order in the aspect that if you order medium, it's truly medium. I wish I had ordered my steak medium rare... The jalapeño cheese grits are fantastic!! Huge hit! Loved the Caesar salad! Sides are family style; highly recommend getting two so you can try plenty of options Do not be turned off by sitting on the patio. I initially didn't choose that location thinking it would be less appealing, but it looked very cute and quaint. read more