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After an early Saturday morning appointment, I was craving a breakfast biscuit something fierce! Before I could even finish typing the word "biscuit" into Yelp, Rambos popped up and was 2 miles away. I did have a bit of a hard time finding it due to the GPS routing me a few units down the road, but eventually found it. It's tucked back in the cut and is a little hard to see from the main road. Stuck between the Fried Green Tomato and the Fried Chicken biscuits, I ordered both. Sadly, the FGT didn't have a chance to be pictured because it was devoured before I could think to take a pic. The biscuits were so buttery and flaky and soft! The FGT biscuit was tasty, but the Fried Chicken stole the show. My gawd, the chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside, but was so moist and juicy I actually burned myself taking a bite due to it running down my chin fresh out the frier. With this gem of a place being so close to my office downtown, I'm sure I'll be here weekly. read more

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All of the biscuits I've tried are fabulous. The combinations match perfectly and the biscuit itself is so large and fluffy. Staff is friendly and service was quick. read more

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Got breakfast takeout here this past weekend. Delicious. The restaurant is really nice inside, too, with lots of natural night and some outdoor seating. Friendly staff. We especially liked the cheesy hash brown side. Recommend! read more

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Elijah C.

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We've seen Rambo's Fat Cats at Soda City for so long now, and we would always pass it up for something else thinking "yeah we can get to that anytime".... now that they have a brick and mortar we figured it was time to finally check it out. Needless to say, we definitely played ourselves waiting so long to go. Their location on North Main is very well designed, staff is great and most importantly the food is banging. Kelsay and I both got the fried chicken biscuit that comes with scallion aioli. The chicken is seasoned beautifully, and that scallion aioli is almost good enough to drink. Also, the chicken they serve is huge, isn't not a play play biscuit. We also shared a side of the cheesy hash brown bake, and that was plenty. It's a good size portion and very tasty. Will be back soon! read more

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Tina D.

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Excellent and unique biscuit options - tried the gravy of the day which was served over open face biscuit and it was delicious. Perfect texture (not so thick it looks like it is all flour, and not so runny you have soup over a biscuit). Simple but delicious food choices. Excellent brewed coffee and friendly servers. While it offers mimosa and draft beers as well, I consider it a 4 star (instead of 5) because they only offer the pre-packaged shelf stable creamer. No fresh half and half or milk available to add to your coffee creation. I think offering carafes of chilled half and half, 2%, regular milk etc would be an excellent upgrade. read more

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Carol R.

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Stopped by here on our way to hike at Congaree. I had the ham, egg, and cheese biscuit. The ham was piled on and delicious. The biscuit was good, but it's no Biscuit Head. read more

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Loved this option. Coming from out of town and needing a good breakfast option; this Rambo did it all for me. I ordered the seared pork belly biscuit, and it did NOT disappoint. That thick cut of fatty pork was delectable already, but the cream cheese and pepper jelly really hit the right notes for me. 10/10. My boyfriend had the Heirloom tomato BLT and it really was not for me. Of the many scrumptious looking options this would be the last on my list. We hoped for a bigger tomato, and the presentation, overall texture, and flavor profiles didn't really do much. But that cheesy hash brown bake? Perfect. Just perfect. If you're getting a side, get this one. Like the cheese is just wet enough to resemble a creamy Mac and cheese, but it's for sure hash with some flavorful char on top. Love this place. read more

Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits - Seared pork belly biscuit. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits - Cheesy hash brown bake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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Grayson M.

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Delicious food and friendly staff.. but prices are so expensive. The biscuit by itself is $10.50, the side is $4, which I think is reasonable, but the biscuit is overpriced. $2.50 I believe for an iced tea. Meal was $18.70 after tax. I've been here twice, I didn't pay for my meal the first time, but don't remember the prices being that much as this time. This is one of those places that I could go to every once in awhile, even though I'd like to go more often. I think they could attract more of the college students like myself if the prices were lower. Oh - and please start using different plates for the biscuits, they are so small, it makes it hard to eat! read more

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Trish P.

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Prompt service as you order when you walk in. Cooked to order food. Quaint space that was clean and neat with a few outside seats. Will definitely return. Suggest: Pork Belly read more

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Allen H.

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I honestly really wanted to like this place. However, customer service was lackluster. I called in advance and asked if they had a table available and they said "I don't know, maybe." Upon arriving, we were also met with unwarranted attitude. But as long as the food is good, it's all worth it right? Well if you want a biscuit as hard as a hockey puck, then you've come to the right place. I ordered the chicken, and it was actually not half bad. But between the sketchy atmosphere, plastic cutlery, bad customer service and hard over cooked eggs and biscuits I can't recommend this place. No one at my table was impressed. read more

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Great biscuits! They have a good variety of biscuit options, mostly savory. I still need to try the fig and brie one, but have tried the Herb Goat Cheese & Egg one and just tried the Fried Green Tomato one and they're both delicious. My sweetie has eaten "The Classc" twice (bacon, egg, and cheese) and enjoyed it better each time. I'm not a fan of the cheesy hashbrown bake, which has great flavor but is cheesier than they said it would be (tho, yes, its in the name, LOL). read more

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Al H.

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Darn tasty, biscuit was flaky and soft. I also had the potato side.... That's where in my opinion they're kinda lacking. The sides were meh... the potatoes tasted like bland mush and they're wasn't a hot alternative. Good start tho I hope they expand the menu of side items. Loved the fact they serve alcohol tho read more

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Leah J.

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Was in the mood to try something new so I tried this place for lunch. I was shocked by the menu- they have some very unique choices. They were out of the pork belly, so I went with a daily special, which was a grilled cheese biscuit and tomato bisque. Service was quick and the food was delish! The soup was different than I expected, but in a good way. It was thick and chunky, and had a really good flavor. The grilled cheese biscuit was really good too. I loved how crispy the biscuit was. It's a smaller spot, so I wouldn't bank on eating in during busy times but this place is definitely worth a try! read more

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Maisie O.

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Biscuits are real good. They are kind of crumbly but not dry and have delicious toppings. (I had Brie and fig jam added egg). But, most importantly to me, the staff is really nice. read more

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Ron V.

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Our lunch group went here yesterday for the first time. We had six of us and placed our order is at the counter. Three of us ordered the chicken biscuit, one ordered a sausage egg cheese biscuit, one ordered a bacon egg cheese biscuit and one person ordered a pork chop biscuit. They all ordered tea. Wait is brought our orders to the table with some plastic utensils wrapped in napkins. All three of us liked the biscuit with chicken, saying that the chicken was very good. It had a nice aïoli, pickle and fried chicken. The only problem is trying to eat it with your hands. The biscuit falls apart and basically becomes very messy. It taste great but hard to eat. A person that ordered the Biscuit with pork chop and cheese said it was just OK. The other two ordering the biscuit with sausage and egg really liked it. A couple of the group said they would come back immediately whereas the others were not that impressed. I liked it, but don't know how long it can stay in business with strictly a biscuit menu and only open from morning till 2 PM. Service was good, new building and clean, hopefully it will make it. read more

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Andie B.

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Came here during a quick visit, and it made for a pretty good breakfast. I had the fried green tomato biscuit 8/10, hash browns 10/10, and the blue corn grits because I had not seen that on any menus before 8/10 . I'd come back if I'm in the area again. read more

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Teresa T.

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You can't go wrong with anything here but the fried chicken biscuit and Mac and cheese are my favorites! 10/10 would recommend read more

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Morgan W.

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Wow! It's one of those menus that I look at and think, "I just want one of everything." I ended up getting the pork belly biscuit with cream cheese and pepper jelly, and it was so delicious. Highly recommend this for a great brunch spot. read more

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Jessica B.

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Service was fast and friendly, lots of options without being ridiculous or overwhelming. You could tell the ingredients were really fresh, prices weren't bad considering the portion sizes, I had one biscuit with no sides and was so full. Would definitely come back to try something else. read more

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Brandee S.

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The service was prompt and friendly. They have outside seating but the people sitting outside were not socially distanced. My daughter got a plain biscuit and topped it with grape jelly. She absolutely loved it. I got the chicken biscuit and hash browns. I enjoyed the sauce that came on the chicken and the chicken was cooked to perfection. The cheesy hash browns were decent. I didn't care much for the biscuit. read more

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Alyssa G.

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Absolutely love ordering the Brie and Fig Biscuit. Been getting this since I saw it two years ago at soda city and was ECSTATIC when Rambos opened up shop. So glad I can eat this during the week now too! I love the ambiance here and the staff is all very friendly. If you want a delicious and unique biscuit that has become a Columbia staple, then Rambos is a must try! read more

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Caitlin W.

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What an amazing spot for a Saturday brunch. The restaurant itself is clean and the staff is incredibly friendly. We ordered pickup and it was ready at the designated time, hot and fresh. The biscuit sandwich is the perfect size, just enough for one person to be full but not overly stuffed. So many good options on the menu! We tried the fried chicken with scallion aioli, the pimento cheese and fried green tomato (delicious with the spicy bacon), and the country fried steak biscuits. All of them were SO good, the biscuits were fluffy and buttery and soul warming. Highly recommend coming by here for a delicious biscuit! read more

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Kelly D.

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So glad to see a great food stop in Cottontown. The service is friendly, space is clean, and food is tasty. I ordered the spicy bacon, egg, & cheese and little one got the BLT biscuit. We were both happy with our choices. The indoor space has an open air, industrial vibe which looks great but all of the hard surfaces make it a bit cold and loud. There is some outdoor seating as well if that's your preference. Plenty of parking in the back lot. We'll be back for another visit soon. Good luck Fat Cat Biscuits- I wish you well! read more

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Robert G.

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Really solid food, not 5 stars because of the fast food/walk up order deal but the food is 5/5

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Kaitlyn B.

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This little biscuit brunch joint has a very unique and twist of a breakfast menu! I highly recommend getting the bacon on a biscuit or by itself! The brisket was sooo tender and will be my go to next time!! I will say the biscuit was alittle over cooked for my liking but was still good! Good try it out!! read more

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This is a really good spot for a quick easy dinning, food was very tasty and different!,. I'll definitely be back to try the other biscuits read more

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Food is always great but this place is a victim of their own success. Always super busy and difficult to even grab your Togo order (or even reach it). read more

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I ordered a Heirloom tomato and bacon biscut, a bacon egg and cheese, and cinnamon rolls. The flavor of the food was great. Im not impressed with the Heirloom biscut. I was expecting more of a sliver of lettuce and a thin slice of a tomatoe. I was expecting it be a filling biscut with heavy lettuce and heavy tomato... for $8 read more

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We LOVEEE these biscuits, they're frequently our weekend treat. My husband always orders the brisket and I get the goat cheese or fig jam. Placing an order ahead makes for very quick and convenient pickup read more

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Courtney C.

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The service was really good! Employees were all cheerful and kind and the food was fixed in a quick manner. Unfortunately I do have to say that the food wasn't the best. We ordered the biscuits and gravy and the gravy was very different from what we consider sausage gravy. We also ordered the bacon, egg, and cheese and my daughter and mother both couldn't eat it. The biscuits were hard and powdery. The hash brown bake, the egg off of the bacon,egg, and cheese, and the grits were good though. read more

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Jason C.

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Just ate here for the first time with my wife for lunch. Got the fried chicken with aioli biscuit, and the smoked brisket with pickled tomato. They were absolutely delicious!! The restaurant is clean, staff is very friendly! Loved the cheesy hash brown casserole as a side! Will def be back to try the other items on the menu! Only thing it's missing is A cat named Rambo to pet! read more

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MJ R.

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Rambo's Fat Cat Bisquit opened a bricks-n-mortar location on Main St. In Columbia, SC in fall of 2020. This is a big deal for a former Food Truck and Market vendor to open a new restaurant, especially during COVID. This location does not disappoint! Bisquits were fresh and made to order from their menu selection. Hubby had the pork belly bisquit and said it was delicious. I had the classic bacon, egg and cheese and it was delectable. The bacon was excellent...crispy, flavorful and not too salty. Not really being a "southern biscuit" person, I ordered a plain bisqcuit as well, just to test to see if it's really the biscuits at RFCB that are what makes this place. Now... I have not really tasted a whole lot of biscuits because I just find them too heavy, but I CAN say that I have had some very bad ones in my journeys...but the plain bisquit from RFCB was light & flakey ...like a cloud puff...just simple with a great savory taste. They made me actually like a biscuit!!! I schmeared some homemade miso carmel butter that I had laying around on the plain one and ...er-ma-gherd! Heavenly!! This new location on Main Street is open floor style with mostly bar space and about 3 or 4 inside tables, rafter ceilings, large window space and trendy lighting make it bright and spacious inside. Too bad it's COVID and we had to do take out. An added extra is a small but well appointed outdoor dining space. It's fenced and is picnic table style and makes this litte operation a prime local Brunch spot. read more

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Kara L.

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Delicious chicken and pickle aioli biscuit with a side of hash browns. The cashier was friendly and service was fantastic! read more

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So good we had to come two days in a row! We are from out of town and on the search for a yummy breakfast spot. After the first time we ate breakfast there we spent all day dreaming on another biscuit. This food is incredible. The service is very friendly. I will greatly miss this place as we return home. read more

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Brenda J.

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The food wasn't good for me I had the hash biscuits with an egg on top it wasn't good so I tried the chicken biscuits and that wasn't any better read more

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Alyssa J.

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Delightful brunch spot. The pork belly biscuit pairs the perfect sweet and savory sandwiches between a perfect hearty biscuit that is just like Grandma made. The blue corn grits with pimento cheese could be a meal in itself! And who can resist purple grits, so much fun and flavor! The grits are perfectly seasoned, which says a lot from a Southerner like me! The service is very fast and fresh and always friendly. The giant open windows and soulful, slow music help complete this quaint breakfast. Cheers!-mimosa is already in hand! read more

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Great service, delicious food. Can't go wrong with anything you try. I always get my biscuit smothered in gravy, so you know I'm eating good!! read more

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Ann C.

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Fantastic spot Enjoyed every bite! Clean & yummy plus reasonably priced. YUM My husband had biscuits & gravy of the day - pork belly & poblano. I had pork belly sandwiched between sweet honey biscuits. Great taste of the South! read more

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2430 Main St
Columbia, SC 29201
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(803) 881-9060
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Hours

What time does Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits open?

Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits opens at 7:00 AM on Thursday and Friday.Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits opens at 9:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits close?

Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits is closed on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits closes at 1:45 PM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Wed ClosedThu-Fri 7:00 AM - 1:45 PMSat-Sun 9:00 AM - 1:45 PM

Food & Alcohol

Does Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits have a drive thru?

Yes, Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits has a drive thru.

Does Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits serve alcohol?

Yes, Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits allow dogs?

Yes, Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits have outdoor seating?

Yes, Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits has outdoor seating options.

Does Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits have parking?

Yes, Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Does Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits have free WiFi?

Yes, Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits has free WiFi.

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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!

Stopped by smallSUGAR and had a decent overall experience, though a few things held it back…read more The space itself was clean and well-kept, with a modern, minimalist vibe that works well for a casual brunch or coffee stop. Service was fine. Nothing particularly standout, but smooth and efficient. For drinks, the coffee was average. It wasn't bad by any means, just nothing memorable. Especially considering the price point. Food-wise, there were some highlights. The sweet potato bowl was well-dressed and flavorful, though it felt like it was missing a protein component to make it more complete. The shakshuka was very good overall, with great flavor, though it leaned a bit salty. The biggest issue was the bread portion. It simply wasn't enough for the dish. I ended up ordering an extra side, and while it's listed as two slices, it's really just one slice cut in half. At $4 for that portion, that is very unreasonable. That was a recurring theme. Pricing felt high across the board for what you receive. While the flavors were there, nothing really stood out as exceptional enough to justify the cost. Overall, not a bad visit. Just one where the value didn't quite match the experience.

Menu and ordering counter

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Outdoor seating

The Hollow

4.3

(112 reviews)

1.3 mi

Greeted and sat immediately when walking in. This was a place my brother chose to celebrate his…read moregraduation! A unique experience of its own. The place is very well air conditioned, and the space is very intentional. Visiting from out of state the waitress seemed a bit shy/new but curious about Wisconsin she warmed up a little bit. It's really cool that you can see the chefs in their element behind a glass wall while you wait. The silverware, or should I say Goldwear was beautiful. I started out with the All American Spritz- it was good but nothing extraordinary. However when I tried the pistachio martini, I was in disbelief! I was skeptical to order it as I've never even heard of one before and was unsure how pistachio would translate into a martini. It was creamy and somehow savory and sweet at the same time, the alcohol taste was nonexistent. And the rim was coated in pistachio crumbs. Both the drinks presentation was beautiful. I personally ordered the bbq chicken sandwhich, with mac and cheese instead of fries for the side. The sandwich was smoky, I could not stop eating it! If anyone was wondering what so special about the mac and cheese, it's the name of the noodles. And yes, the waitress will sound it out with you lol! The Mac and cheese wasn't creamy, and I found it a bit bland unfortunately. There was no order the same in the group I came with. The truffle fries were on the thinner crispier side, neat that there were different color of potatoes used. The duck wings came out like their very own presentation. I tried the alligator bites, that were served with 2 sauces, I thought there were kind of chewy , and weird enough I guess I have a preference with how my alligator is served since having tried some at the Wisco State fair. I love that the menu feels curated, you know what you're there for and it's not overwhelming to pick from the options of something new. The bathroom was very cute too! And the bar area was lit up, a cool atmosphere.

I was not impressed, but there is a lot of potential here to be impressed…read more When we first arrived, the hostess immediately let us know the kitchen would be closing soon, even though there was still an open reservation after ours. That created a slightly rushed feeling right from the start of the experience. When the food arrived, it was not served hot. The fries were seasoned but came out cold, so we had to send them back. The service also felt a bit disengaged, as though the server was ready to wrap things up, even though there was still about 30 to 45 minutes before closing time. That said, once the food was remade and served hot, it was really good. My salad, however, was not the same experience, as the lettuce had brown spots throughout, which took away from the overall quality. You can tell the kitchen has potential when the food is prepared properly, but consistency is the issue. The ambience is very cool and visually appealing. It is a bit dark for my personal preference in the evening, but I can imagine it being bright and beautiful during the daytime. The cocktail I ordered was just okay and didn't really stand out. Overall, there is definitely potential here, but improvements in consistency, service attentiveness, and food quality control would really elevate the experience.

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The War Mouth

Came in a busy Saturday and the place was crowded and loud filled with music and conversations…read more We did eventually get seated and eventually ordered. Crab cake: 4 stars. Real crab. Came with a nice cooling dill sauce that was so delicious. Took a star away cuz it was super salty but luckily saved by the dill sauce and water. Fried catfish: 4 stars. one of the best batter for fried fish. The batter on top was think and crispy and light so you couldn't taste the oils. Wish they split into 2 or three pieces instead of the jug piece. Because the piece was thick and big the bottom was soggy so minus the one star.

Pro: - The ambience was pretty cool, and I loved the…read morehipster aesthetic of it all. Con: - We ordered the catfish& grits and the trout. Both dishes were completely devoid of any flavor. Zero flavor whatsoever, and I wish I were exaggerating. The grits were flavorless slop, and both fish fillets tasted like solidified water.

War Mouth on a busy Saturday afternoon

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Fried Green Tomatoes with Pimento Cheese

The Grand on Main

This is Grand on Main in Columbia, SC…read more Chicken and Waffles are crispy and fluffy. The service is great there, they have a bowling alley, bar, a small stage for singers, and they have tv's that you can watch the games I went to The Grand for my birthday and it was amazing. So, please try it!!!!!

Diamond - 5 Stars Jacob - 1 Star…read more After an extra long visit to SC, a friend suggested we hang out before I head back to NYC. We ended up stopping at The Grand around 9/9:30pm on a Saturday. Upon entering the hostess informed us they were currently only serving the late night menu. We said no problem and elected to grab seats at the bar. There were several empty tables and a few empty seats @ the bar. However, the only two seats together at the bar needed to be cleared from the last patrons that were seated. We stood there for over 20 mins while Jacob continued to walk by never acknowledging us or the fact that we couldn't sit. When he finally cleared the dishes he just walked away, never cleaning the area. When he returned he still never greeted us or apologized for the wait, the mess... nothing. Jacob: What are you having? Me: Well hello... Jacob: Yea... what do you want? Me: Wow... ok. For starters can you please whip off the bar so we can properly have a seat. There is still food residue here from the last customers. ** we get a visible huff** He wipes down the bar and we proceed to order drinks, while he never really speak any more it's all via motions and body language. Amongst ourselves we check in with one another to confirm that we both were feeling very unwelcome. Instantly we decide that we will not be ordering anything additional and will be leaving after this one drink. Which is just as well because Jacob never returns. Someone , whom I can only assume was of a mangement status, asked if Jacob was helpful and we promptly and simultaneously said no and that we would like or bill. She shook her head in utter disbelief and disgust but then she also disappeared. Just so happened that Diamond, whom was on the other side of the bar happen to walk pass. She stopped and asked if we were ok after witnessing our frustration. We explained that we wanted the check and why we were leaving. She was super apologetic and closed out our tab. Her energy literal turned the experience around and if she would have came to our rescue sooner we would have considered staying. Thank you Diamond. Just A Note: Unfortunately, bad first impression because The Grand seems like it may offer a good time with the bowling lanes in the back.

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Breakfast at Ruiz

Seasonal flight- in February Raspberry Vanilla…read more Of the 4 mimosas this was hands down my favorite

A small brunch spot, located in a cute area of town…read more The Irish coffee was extremely strong! The food was pretty good and the home fries were better than they looked. Our server was very attentive, but there seemed to be a lot of employees and not as many patrons which felt strange since they were just hanging out in the back of the restaurant.

Delightful dining experience!

French toast and chicken tenders

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French toast and chicken tenders

The Devine Cinnamon Roll Deli

Excellent breakfast and lunch specialty sandwichs, grits, soups, salads and sides !…read moreOhh.. and don't forget extra delicious cinnamon rolls to take home... Try the Caramel Bourbon..my fav.

On a recent trip to Columbia, I ordered breakfast delivery from The Devine Cinnamon Roll Deli (you…read morecan order delivery right from the Yelp app--huzzah!). I got their byo breakfast sandwich. For mine, I requested scrambled egg, on a bagel with cheddar and roasted garlic spread. Goodness! What a delight! My sandwich came well packaged for heat retention (and was plenty warm upon delivery). The best part? All of their orders come with a cinnamon roll. What? Listen. Imagine, you're traveling for work and have ordered yourself a breakfast to eat while working. And, you receive it and perched atop your sandwich order, is a warm and ooey gooey cinnamon roll. Are you kidding me? I literally clapped my hands in giddy delight. Thanks Devine. You made my day. Get to it!

The Buffalo Turkey Sandwich

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Halls Chophouse - Columbia

I am not sure how this restaurant 'only' has 4.2 starts! It should be 5!!…read more 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!

Our party of four was fairly satisfied with our brunch. Most everyone agreed that the food and…read moreespecially 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.

Gorgeous view and a great lunch to celebrate after speaking to the legislators in State Congress.

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Old Fashioned

929 Kitchen & Bar

We had amazing Korean food and mocktails here in an unsuspecting place. We ordered the Guava…read moregetaway, Creamy Limeade, Kimchi Cheese Fries, Kangjeong (Boneless Wings), Spicy Squid and Pork Belly with rice, and Japchae. The drinks were blended very well and used fresh lime juice, which was nice. The appetizers -- the kimchi fries and the boneless wings were pretty standard. The fries were crunchy, but we felt like there was more cheese than there was kimchi and sauce, so we've had better kimchi fries elsewhere. The cheese was very gooey though. The boneless wings weren't as crunchy as they could have been, especially coming out in a stone dish, but the garlic soy sauce was still pretty good. Our mains were really good -- the japchae, which I ordered with fried tofu, had the right texture and flavor, and was delicious yet spicy. The tofu was a little bland though. My partner enjoyed the squid and pork belly dish and said that the sauce was similar to the japchae sauce. The portions were pretty normal and not too big, so we had a few leftovers but not too many. The prices were also pretty reasonable as well. Overall we were really happy with our food here and would come back if we ever visited again.

Came here for my brothers' birthday. They've been here and we're raving about it. Korean cuisine…read morewith a decent space for any type dining/dating. They have a bar as well and the service was on point. Will be back to try more items on their menu and bring a date.

Kimchi Cheese Fries

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Creamy Shrimp

Blue Marlin

As always, Blue Marlin was DELICIOUS, even on a Wednesday evening! The shrimp and grits never…read moredisappoint. My husband devoured the salt and pepper catfish! Our server, Bobby was EXCEPTIONAL! He was attentive, polite, and well spoken. Blue Marlin is a dining experience not to be missed!

THIS is the place I'm gonna bring my mama to when she comes to visit me in Columbia, South…read moreCarolina! This is, hands down, the best restaurant I've gone to in the city so far. The food is off the chain, people. They make everything in house in the back, according to friends I've made that have worked here, and you can TELL. The salmon ponchartrain? Jesus Christ and all that is holy. I thought I met my maker. Even the green beans had me double-taking. I wasn't going to get dessert bc I thought I was going to explode but THE KEY LIME PIE THE SIZE OF A SMALL COUNTRY?! My god! The ambiance of this place is just ROMANTIC. People need to experience it. Shoutout to the fabulous servers, talented bartenders, and the wonderful manager that kept stopping by to make sure that not only was I having a good time, but everything was exceeding expectations.

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Charleston Crab Cake

Mr Friendly's New Southern Cafe

This is my FAVORITE restaurant in all of Columbia, SC. I always receive spectacular service and…read moredelicious food here. If you haven't tried Mr. Friendly's, you are indeed missing out. P.S. When you come, get the fried chicken with tasso gravy, mashed potatoes and collard greens. You will NOT regret it.

Peanut Butter Fudge Pie (5/5): The best part of the meal. The crumbly crust was delicious and the…read morepie itself tasted like a Reese's cup. Buttermilk Fried Chicken (4/5): Decent fried chicken. I didn't expect it to be a boneless breast. Dark meat would've given it more flavor. The potatoes were flavorful and creamy. The collard greens were too acidic for me. Cornmeal Fried N.C. Catfish (3/5): The catfish wasn't anything special but the grits were very good. Lots of flavor and good texture. The collard greens were too acidic for me. Fried Adluh Yellow Grit Cakes (3/5): Would've been a lot better if it was fried more and had a crispier exterior. The herb goat cheese was good, but there was a little too much of it. Loved the roasted garlic (great for spreading on the complimentary bread!) Buttermilk Fried Shrimp (2/5): Only came with 4 shrimp. The shrimp itself wasn't very meaty and it also wasn't fried long enough. RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this)

Vegan dinner made special by the chef

The Friendly Salad

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Big Bulls Bangn BBQ & Southern Comfort Food

Phenomenal food. Probably the best BBQ we have had since we moved here. The staff is also…read moreincredibly friendly. It was an all around great experience. I recommend getting 1 or 2 entrees and splitting them. It was an enormous amount of food. 10/10 would recommend.

Small location but well worth the wait…read more Had the pulled chicken and pork and both were smoked to perfection. Loved the seasoning. My daughter wanted to go back for more mac and cheese. The sauces were a little interesting. The yellow sweet tastes a little too much like honey mustard, but liked the sweet red sauce. Had a good balance of sweet and vinegar. Boss Hog gives it 4.5 pigs.

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Outside

Drip

Every time I make the 1000 mile trek to Columbia I make sure I stop by. This weekend was no…read moredifferent! Simple Peru pour off coffee that was absolutely delicious. If you're in the area definitely stop by. Grab coffee, pastries, sandwiches or desserts. Everything looks amazing

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.