Stone River is a fantastic event location on the Congaree River that n Columbia, SC!! We were here…read morefor an association casual dinner event. Great location on the River with indoor and outdoor seating. Fantastic Bar set up inside! Very impressed with the full bar set up. Oh and the food was delicious. Highly recommend this spot for anyone wanting to rent Event Space in Columbia, SC, easy 5 Stars !!

I had event there about a a month ago it was absolutely fantastic and exactly how I wanted it to…read morebe and absolutely beautiful and Christina and Valerie are extremely respectful, and they are always available to help.

I want to be very honest about my experience with the Corley Mill House. I got married on…read more June 15, 2019. I chose this venue because of the inclusiveness of it all and me living out of town. I don't know that I would choose this venue again due to these 5 most important factors for me: Communication Mrs. Sheila was very good at responding back to my emails very quickly! I was able to reach her by phone and setup times to come in. However, on the pricing sheet it stated there were many other items for use. I asked several times in January and February for the list of items. She said it would be finished by the end of February but I never received it. Food I was the most disappointed with the food. I chose an option for a beef brisket carving station which on the menu explicitly states it is carved in front of guests. There was no carving and the small sliders were already put together. I also chose a mac and cheese action chef station in which the menu also states there are many toppings to choose from such as pulled pork, bacon, mushrooms, ,etc. There were no toppings but bacon for the mac and cheese. The beaufort stew skewers were cold and did not seem very fresh. The bartender made my pineapple, rum, and strawberry drinks all wrong. I sent a very specific email stating how these should be made. Instead the ingredients were poured in a pitcher and served from there. Those drinks were to be made when ordered and shaken. Friendliness The entire catering staff that day were very sweet. However, the bartender had a less than pleasant demeanor and not very friendly. I do not feel I had any issues with Sheila or day-of coordinator Nancy as far as friendliness was concerned. Mrs. Sheila was always able to make time to meet me when I wanted to set a quick meeting. Nancy was very pleasant and friendly the day of. Ease of the day I will say that it was a HUGE relief and help to have Nancy directing the rehearsal and the day of the wedding. It is also a huge help because they do help with clean up and getting things to your car. This is a major plus! I rented and paid for 7 hours. 4:30 to 11:30! I did end up cutting the wedding short because many guests had already left and I was feeling tired. I ended and left around 10 or 10:15. I was very disheartened to hear that my family that stayed behind to gather my personal belongings felt rushed to get out of the house. As I was leaving, things were already being cleaned and put away. This should not have happened as I paid for the event to go to 11:30. Cleanliness On the day of my wedding, the card and gift table linen had several crumbs of some sort on which I had to brush off and a small stain. Positives of the venue Good space and beautiful grounds, help with logistics from Nancy during rehearsal and the day of, and they set up everything for you. Needs Improvement FRIENDLINESS from bartender, cleanliness, quality of food and providing exactly what is offered on the menu, taking the time to understand exactly how I wanted things set up, and making my family feel rushed to gather my belongings even though they were still on paid time.

I can not speak highly enough about the communication and venue provided by John Banks who is the…read morenew owner at the Corley Mill House. We chose this venue for both my daughter and now my son's upcoming wedding based on many things, but John's vision for the future of this venue and the new additions, along with his wonderful personality, made The Corley Mill House the perfect spot for our events. The upgrades completed by John, the location, and the inclusion of many items needed for an event really made planning so easy. I highly recommend a visit to this venue as you make wedding plans. The grounds are beautiful, well kept, and easy to maneuver for all of your guests. The location is easily located for all those attending your event.

I love visiting this arena! Especially to see a Gamecocks women's basketball game. The fans are…read morealways live and although they don't have amazing food options, the food is decent for arena food. They also sometimes give out free food at certain games. Be sure to download the app to collect points every time you visit to get cool gear!

We have been coming for SC women basketball games. It is very easy to walk to from only few blocks…read moreaway free parking. In addition to the front entrance there are three other entry's (I think) around perimeter. Inside, the concourse goes completely around with vendors, merchants, trophy cases, restrooms. There a few different eateries than the generic stadium food; Salsaritas, Mr Seafood, Oriental kitchen, Caribbean cafe, donuts, ice cream. The inner arena doesn't have a bad viewing seat to the floor, just depends on preference. One thing neither the upper or lower seats have are cup holders like the baseball stadium. IMO the upper deck seats are slightly more comfortable than lower deck. The arena capacity is around 18,000, big for college venues.

What a 'Beautiful, unique spot! Drove in from Atlanta for a house music day party #chmpsc. Wood…read morefloors!!! Was very surprised with this venue! Enjoyed the drinks and atmosphere! Will definitely be back!

Last night I went to one of their catered events. The food was excellent! The choices were very…read moregood and seasoned perfectly. Mashed potatoes were creamy along with green beans that were cooked just right. Shrimp and grits, pulled pork and chicken tenders were all great choices. The staff was very attentive and focused on excellent service. All in all, Southern Way ranks at the top of my list.

Great service and attention! The whole team are considerate and helpful, and really helped my…read moreevent succeed!

I was invited this past summer to a artsy vendor event. Its not very big, but they have great info…read moreand local craft items for sale. event was organized well and very much appreciated. There is no bathroom for guest, so keep that in mind. There a few parking spots on the street for visitors. They actually have alot of free area info, maps, crafts to purchase. Customer service was excellent. I highly recommend visitors to start here for Columbia information.

AN UNCONVENTIONAL APPROACH…read more Although their marketing materials state that their friendly staff is eager to assist me, this was not the case on a Friday just before noon. I entered the building for the specific purpose of speaking directly with someone regarding the downtown area and local landmarks. When we entered the building, we noticed that no one was at the customer service counter but they did have written information available for visitors. This unconventional approach to customer service is not quite what I had in mind. As I looked around, I noticed a little cafe, but it too was abandoned. There was a sign just inside the door stating that it was closed for the remainder of the day, (on a Friday, just before noon). This was very strange to me, so we hopped in our car and drove away. We actually came back about an hour and a half later because I wanted to see more of the building. Again, no one was available. The building is huge and would be the perfect venue for meetings and conventions. It is nicely decorated in blue tones and various works of art. On this day, we witnessed workers breaking down the chairs and tables from a prior event. Sorry I missed you, hope to see you next time.

Beautiful location, wonderful options and amazing extras…read more I am looking forward to our event at Southland acres this fall. Based on everything we have set up it sure to be a wonderful experience. Kim and James have all the most wonderful options available to us as well as hotels caterers DJs with wonderful reputations and delicious food options.

Boyd Plaza is a great little plaza, situated at the front of the Columbia Art Museum in the Main…read moreStreet District. It has a cool fountain, a few cool pieces of artwork, and some tables and chairs where you can sit down for a few minutes. Boyd Plaza is especially nice on a spring or summer day, when you want to feel the sun on your skin and perhaps take a little break. I'd recommend stopping by for a few minutes if you're looking for a quick change of pace!

This one-air plaza is located in front of - AND IS SEPARATE FROM - the Columbia Museum of Art…read more Shade, landscaping, fountains and lots of seating. The plaza is a great place to relax after you've explored the Museum or if you've been walking through downtown Columbia. Food trucks, outdoor concerts, and even art classes. With a street festival going on, the plaza was really busy today. That was neat to see. [Review 14756 overall, 256 of 2021, number 794 in South Carolina.]