Took my children to lunch here today & I was very excited! I had only heard good things about this establishment and knew it had a long history. It's been around 80 years and today, I was eager to find out why. The whole diner scene is very clean and consistent with how I would imagine it has always looked. The walls are covered in framed historical documents and photographs about the Mathias Sandwich Shop and old signs from the 1940's and 1950's that I imagine are truly original to the era it was hoppin' and bussin' at during that time. It has a very unique feel to it, like a place your grandmother and her family loved to go to growing up in this area. You can tell some of their customers here are patrons. It's a true "mom and pop" kinda place, which I love! Although we ordered a kids burger and a couple Reuben sandwiches, I felt the need to come back and try everything on their menu. It was a simple sandwich, burger, hot dog, salad kind of diner, but each category had many choices to choose from. The food was served warm and with a smile, which is always a nice touch. My son ate all of his kid's burger and fries and my other son ate all of his Reuben and chips. Both of them were very satisfied! My Reuben was also very good. The flavors were true to their mark and very good. The service we received was also great! Parking can be tricky in the front of the shop, so I might try parking behind the shop next time. So, if you're looking for a good well run deli to get some freshly cooked to order sandwiches or burgers or hot dogs for a good price, this is your place! read more

All four of us enjoyed our sandwiches, which were a Reuben, Cuban, Chicken Salad, and ham and cheese. A couple of us had their chips and the other two of us had their fries. I thought the fries were better than the chips but there is an up charge for that. The service was very good and the restaurant was clean and comfortable. read more

It was good but not amazing. I'd come by if I was nearby and needed to grab something. read more

Mathias Sandwich Shop - Sandwiches Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

Love their sandwich party trays! They are always a crowd favorite. Homemade chicken salad , Pimento cheese & pineapple cream cheese are a few of my favorites. read more

I do not understand all this hype. Finally made it to Mathias for a hamburger basket. How disappointing. Hamburger was dry and flavorless. Fries were not hot and were soggy . Cole slaw did not taste good. The people are lovely and I wanted to like it. My husband had a reuben and said it was"edible. For the pleasure of this mediocrity- we paid 27 bucks" read more

Always great service when we've visited, great value for delicious food, made fresh right as you order, very relaxed atmosphere-we love this place! read more

The food here never disappoints!! People are friendly and service is fast! Thank you Mathias for the great lunch and service read more

Mathias Sandwich Shop - Pimento cheese burger and FF - Sandwiches Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

I've been in the Irmo area for a very long time and Mathias's sandwiches are legendary. I love the chicken salad.

I purchased a pint of the chicken salad, and it was not good. It appears that the recipe has changed. I could taste the difference, and I shared it with my coworkers, and they tasted the same change. Unfortunately, I will not be purchasing the chicken salad again from Mathias. read more

Mathias is a hidden gem. It's a small sandwich shop that serves burgers, salads and even desserts. Parking can be tight but it's worth it. The mirror windows can be deceiving from the outside. I always thought this place was a bar. However, once inside I discovered a local diner. The employees were really nice and recommended the pimento cheese burger, which was amazing. They also advertise a buffet. Although, I didn't see the buffet I'm excited to go back when they have it. I would recommend Mathias and plan on going back again. read more

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Food has gone downhill over the years. It is good but not great. I prefer it to some of the nearby chain sandwich shops.

The food and the staff were equally outstanding. Everyone in our group loved what they ordered. The steak biscuit was the best I've ever eaten. We will return the next time we are in town. read more

Great local establishment. Restaurant has been in the community for years and is a nice place to get cheap food food. There is a buffet at breakfast and lunch depending on the day. They also cater. I've come here for years to get both and never had anything I didn't enjoy. They also have some of the better sweet tea in the area. read more

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Hands down one of the best pimento cheese burgers around. Onion rings are also fantastic. This little place is easy to drive by, but is honestly one of very few local, diner style restaurants left in town. Even their simple breakfast items like French toast and omelets are great. It's always such a pleasant surprise eating here, like you get to experience it for the first time with each visit. They offer a buffet as well on certain days, which vary with great breakfast/lunch options. While you don't really have a waitress, the staff is always at the counter to offer refills. The only real gripe about this fantastic business is the parking situation (which I'm sure they have heard a thousand times.) Best times to go are the off hours of the day, and week days. Definitely worth finding a spot! read more

Always always good! I usually don't toast the bread, but tried it this time. It was different. I personally prefer it untoasted. The chicken salad never misses or the egg salad! read more

Good Food and Good Prices! You need to check this place out when you get a chance. Very friendly staff! read more

Mathias Sandwich Shop - a menu on a chalkboard - Sandwiches Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

I had mixed emotions eating at this place. Most of the ingredients were fresh, bread was slightly old and brittle, yet everything seemed fairly tasty. My biggest complaint was the value to price. Very expensive for the small portions. Nothing terrible, just too many places around offering better value. read more

I just enjoyed a very good pimento burger along with fresh cut french fries at Mathis Sandwich Shop in Irmo. This place is busy as the food is varied and good. They even have a meat and vegetables option. Their breakfasts are great along with the sandwiches they have for lunch and catering. The tea is home brewed which is an added plus. read more

Mathias Sandwich Shop - Pimento Burger - Sandwiches Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

We will never use this company Mathias Sandwich Shop again! Blatant racism and stereotyping during our pick up! We have placed orders several times over the years. This is my husband's recent experience 12.23.2023. #boycott #like and #share .................................................... Our usual preorder fruit tray, sandwich tray and veggie tray. They were an hour late on my food because they gave the fruit tray to someone else...I asked what can they do to prorate the cost because I have been there over an hour waiting for food they gave to someone else...the owner said they can't do anything about it....and I asked, there is nothing you can do for your customer which was your mistake...he says and reached in his wallet and said, here is 20.00, I'm sure this is more than what you make an hour? I told him, "Please do not insult me and he will never get my business again," and he said fine....and walked away. read more

The food was amazing and the service was great as always. If you've never been here before I highly suggest it. Also this place offers amazing catering options read more

The turkey bacon club sandwich is by far the GREATEST. The burger platter will hold you over for a long time. Friendly staff and prompt service. read more

I was in the restaurant a few days ago. I had to wait 40 mins for a sandwich, I was the only one waiting for an order. The owners didn't seem to care that it took so long. I don't know what was going on but they should have waved the charge. They have been going downhill the last 5 times I was in the restaurant. read more

This place is phenomenal they have breakfast and a small all you can eat buffet as well as cooked to order burgers and all types of sandwiches‼ I have been eating here since 1985 they have an amazing breakfast buffet on Saturday mornings too they also offer amazing catering with so many fresh choicesthe buffet looks small but they really put so many fresh cooked items on the buffet depending what day you go you may get bbq or fried fish or fried cube steakthis place is definitely a place you can take anyone because they have everything ‼ parking is challenging & seating can be if they are super busy but trust me THEY ARE WORTH THE WAIT‼ read more

I've seen and heard about this place for quite some time, so I decided that it was about time that I tried it out. We came for the lunch buffet and arrived at a great time. The parking is limited, so avoiding the lunch rush is highly advised. The buffet includes your meal, a drink, and dessert. The staff was friendly and warm, which gives it a real family feel. The food selection is a little sparse, probably because the restaurant is equally small. The selection that was there tasted great. Today the featured entrees were meatloaf and fried chicken. During the meal, homemade cornbread was passed out in the dining area. I was tremendously pleased with my lunch and I look forward to eating here again. read more

This is probably my worst decision in eating out for the past decade and you should never ever het the lunch buffet even if devil holds your family hostage. There were only 2 entrees for selection, stale fried chicken and stale fried steak. There were also typical canned steam string beans and kidney beans - obviously they were god damn tasteless but in some ways they were better than chicken and "steak". I was very hungry and still could not convince myself that the food was ok, they were not. The girls at the front were rude. They put the hot sauce away in the fridge while we were trying to appease the taste buds. Lord save us.... We left the premise not too long after, disappointed, and after paying about 30$ for 2 adults 2 kids...still hungry This review is to serve as a warning to 1st time goers to this place, be warned and don't make the same mistake as I. On a good note, the old man (assuming was the owner), did let the kids have ice cream instead of the stale-looking cakes, thank you. But we'll most likely not return. read more

Walked in not expecting much and was very pleasantly surprised. Very clean and neat. Very quick service and nice employees. Sat down and was eating within 5 minutes. Very good and filling food, no complaints. Great atmosphere. read more

Mathias Sandwich Shop - a pickle and potato chips in a basket - Sandwiches Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

So glad I found this spot, my first visit for a turkey and bacon club was awesome! Thank you for being open while things are crazy, can't wait to enjoy lunch with y'all inside one day! read more

This is the second time I have been here. I was hoping it might be better the second time, as everyone says this place is so good. I absolutely don't get it. The staff is horrible. The woman who took our order was sullen, indifferent, and off-putting. The restroom is filthy, as was the pathway past the kitchen leading to the restroom. The sliced chicken sandwich fell apart as soon as I tried to pick it up because the slices of bread were so small. The ambiance is terribly depressing. For the life of me, I cannot think of a single positive about the whole experience. Never Again. read more

Food prices way to high for what you get. I mean like how much is an egg salad sandwich. way too much...service is slow. kind of like no one knows what is going on half the time. Haven't been in a long time. Used to like to go for breakfast and hope that my order didn't get cold by the time it was brought out... read more

The only reason that this is not five stars is because the tables could use a good wipe, there were crumbs and grease marks all over the table. The prices for the sandwiches were so good! The chicken sandwich was delicious and the fries were fantastic, we also got a ham sandwich which was perfectly toasted! Overall we will be coming back, because it's a really fun and cool place! read more

Mathias sandwich shop is the BEST local place. Their cold sandwiches (pimento cheese and chicken salad) are the best I've ever had. I live in TN but every time I'm in town visiting family, I go get a quart of chicken salad to go. So good!! read more

Absolutely great local diner. Don't miss the following; pimento cheeseburger which is fantastic, roast beef and swiss club, and the chicken salad sandwich is among the best in Irmo/Columbia/Lexington. The buffet also seems to be pretty popular but I'm personally not a fan of buffets. I would definitely recommend stopping by if you are in the area for lunch. I haven't tried their breakfast so I can't speak to it. They have free wifi which seems to be a rarity in Irmo/Columbia for some reason. read more

Good food, friendly service, ya gotta love Mathias! Burgers are great. read more

Mathias Sandwich Shop - Sandwiches Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

Okay, I messaged them on Facebook and got a reply to call since FB is not monitored by them. Oookay. Went for lunch on Monday, I got the buffet and my girlfriend got two hotdogs. It took 25 minutes for her to get the"won't order again" dogs. The buffet was supposed to have country fried steak. I saw the bin and it had onions and peppers in it(maybe it was Salisbury steak?) we were there 30 minutes and the waitress was fielding questions about it while one of the gentlemen cooking sat and talked with a customer all of to the need(must be an owner since she said nothing to him. Right before we left she told a customer there weren't any even dropped yet. I loved this place, but I have no respect for no respect for paying customers. read more

Great Mom & Pop restaurant with really friendly staff and great food at a great price in a clean neat place. I would recommend this place to anyone that finds themselves hungry and in the area. So happy it is in my neck of the woods. Five stars. read more

I went here yesterday for the first time and I was impressed. The restaurant was clean, the staff was very friendly, and the food was pretty good. I ordered a few hotdogs and my husband had the bacon cheeseburger. We liked it so we will definitely be returning soon. read more

I have been coming here since I was a kid. Mathia's is Irmo ' true institution and I have s feeling it will be for a b long time to come. The owners are amazing. The deli salads are great, cold sandwiches are amazing, grill items just as good. They cater to any size event and do so in a perfect manor. Their weekly buffets are always an amazing deal. It is Irmo ' perfect lunch spot. -Ryan C. read more

We arrived at 5 pm. I hour before closing. First time trying this place. It did not disappoint. The nightly special was hamburger steak. It was a large steak covered with onions. Also a large helping of fried and a cup of Cole slaw. You can also get gravy over the steak or a side cup. I just put A-1 on it like a steak. The fries were home style and very good. Over all a great value for $8.50, tax included. The only thing preventing a 5 star is it took 30 minutes to get the food. It was worth the wait so I guess next time we will come earlier. Maybe they were trying to close the kitchen early, who knows. We will certainly be coming back. read more

Awesome neighborhood deli. I had the pimento burger, and my husband had the turkey club. Both were good. My fries were awesome. Definitely no pre-fab fries served here. I wish there was a Mathias in lexington, as it is quite a challenge to get there as often as I'd like. read more

This place had been around forever!! An staple in Irmo. No fru fru dishes here. I recommend the pimento cheese burger. The pimento cheese just oozes off the burgers. Grab you a hand full of napkins cause this burger is messy! Delish! The ham salad is also very good too. I just eat it out of the cup. Go here if you want some good ol greasy burgers, sandwiches, soups, veggies. ..etc. the staff is very nice. Support your local restaurant. read more