I love going to new places, trying different foods, and enjoying the atmosphere. I also like sharing my experience with others with food allergies to help them know if it's a good option. For someone who cannot eat wheat, there were not many safe options. Even the BBQ sauce contained wheat. I was still able to have a few things, but overall, the options were limited. The band was very loud at first, but they did turn it down slightly, which helped a lot. We originally went expecting an afterparty connected to an event I participated in earlier that morning. I've been to afterparties before, and they are usually in a clearly designated, blocked-off area for participants and sometimes families. When we arrived, there were actually three different events happening, which is great--but it made things confusing. Parking was also difficult, and there were no accessible parking spots available at the time since all three were taken. The venue itself has a main restaurant, outdoor seating, a food ordering area, and a separate bar. There was a sign pointing toward another building connected to the restaurant that mentioned the morning event I attended, so we followed it. However, something didn't feel right. When I asked staff for clarification, they weren't sure whether the area was for runners/participants or only for company staff. About 20 minutes later, we learned it was actually only for staff. The signage was very misleading, and I wasn't the only one confused. Even the front staff seemed unsure of what was going on, which made things more frustrating. The event coordinator wasn't available, so it felt like communication was lacking across the board. In the end, we still got our food and drinks and had a good time, but it was a confusing experience overall. I do feel for the staff who were put in a difficult position without clear information. Clearer signage would have helped a lot--for example, specifying the company name and clearly stating whether the area was for employees only or open to participants from the event that morning. Better communication in the event emails would also have made expectations much clearer about what was open to the public versus staff only from the start. Overall, it is still a nice place to hang out and enjoy food and live music, but the event setup and communication definitely need more clarity. read more

Interesting configuration, not a bad thing. The beers were very well crafted. The food was well done. Fresh made, great flavors good selection for a microbrewery. Interesting that the food is ordered from the bar and you have to pick it up at the "food truck" in the beer garden. Just be aware. The beer garden is well organized and a great space. Plenty of tables and space to enjoy your evening. More activities and spaces to enjoy here. Definitely a place that will succeed. The staff was very professional, welcoming and warm. Definitely worth a visit, or three. read more

We needed a lunch stop between Charlotte and Hilton Head, and this was perfect. Just a little off the highway with a decent sized gravel parking lot, plenty of seating (indoor and out), great for dogs and kids, this was an easy stop. We loved the west coast IPA, and tried a few others. Everyone enjoyed their food - the fried avocado tacos are worth a try! Gorgeous afternoon with lots of folks who had finished a race, great staff, and clean bathrooms. read more

Steel Hands Brewing - Fried avocado tacos - Breweries Near Me - Cayce, South Carolina

I've been to Steel Hands a few time and the experience is always incredible. There's indoor and outdoor and open air seating. The brewery beers are flowing from the tap and they even have offerings from the distillery. Tonight, I tried the Blueberry Lemonade with SH vodka and then the Brown Ale. I was there for an event, but would love to come back to listen to some of the live music. Great atmosphere, service and quality beverages. read more

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This is the second time in two days we've been here! I'm working in Columbia and decided to try this place out. The food last night was great and so was the beer. There is a good selection of craft beers, something for every taste. Service is counter ordering but they bring the food to your table and come around and clean up while you're there. There is ample indoor and outdoor seating. Live music, games, and cornhole boards. There are umbrellas on the outside tables so some can sit in the shade while others are in the sun. I highly recommend you try it out. read more

Steel Hands Brewing - Beermosa and pineapple Mimosa - Breweries Near Me - Cayce, South Carolina

Finally made it to Steel Hands for a lazy afternoon enjoying lunch and live music. Small but fun menu -- including vegetarian friendly fried avocado tacos. I had a delicious burger. Steel Hands makes great beer, and was surprised to see the range of Bourbon on hand too -- will have to come back for that. For those not imbibing, there are a few mocktails to choose from. Outside space is HUGE with plenty of seating ... including lots of umbrella shaded options. Sound system seems to reach everywhere, so sit accordingly to adjust your volume experience. Service is order at the counter or via app and a server brings food to the table. Walk up bar. Plenty of parking. A great afternoon - check it out! read more

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Great brewery with a very large Tasting Room. We went on a Saturday afternoon while on a day trip to Columbia. We searched for breweries in the area and saw that Steel Hands has good reviews so we decided to give it a try. We realized that we had probably done well when we pulled up and it was hard to find a parking spot in a very large parking lot. My two buddies and I are in a Homebrew Club and are all quite familiar with the beer making process. We were all quite impressed with their beers and the atmosphere was very lively. Even though they were very busy the service was great. Cheers! read more

What a fantastic brewery!! This was one of 4 Yelp choices and all "Steel Hands" were pointing here!! We arrived around noon on Sunday and sat at a picnic table near the entrance! The tables on the patio and court yard were spaced out perfectly and there were small trees amongst them! To our surprise, we were treated to some novice but GREAT young talented musicians! We listened to Nirvana, Led Zeppelin and Foo Fighters and so much more! What a fun collection! Ok, drinks and food! We ordered the blood orange lemonade with vodka. It's a premade mix that was super light and refreshing! My friends tried the beers. The Mac and cheese bites were excellent appetizers! Then my guy got the smash burger with the side salad (for me)! We had an absolute blast! What a fun place! read more

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Steel Hands was a great time! I can't say enough good things about the way that they've ingratiated themselves into the local community! I went on a special Gamecock night, and there were tons (I'd guess hundreds) of people decked out in Gamecock gear, and they had local journalists there to provide insights into the upcoming college football season. It was really a sight to see. In addition to that, they had a great live music band, who played a lot of great country music hits. Finally, their craft beer is great, and I loved their IPAs. Overall, five (5) stars for Steel Hands, for a variety of reasons! I hope they'll be in Columbia for years to come! read more

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Always a fun place to go. Great beer selections, great food. Live music is always great. Super friendly people..

Great for just hanging out! We visited Steel Hands Brewing on a Friday evening and while it was busy, it wasn't packed. The space was huge, with plenty of seating both inside and on the (dog friendly) patio. The vibe was casual and kind of industrial, especially the indoor portion. We went up to order food at the counter and drinks at the bar. I chose the Fried Pickles, and a mocktail (the menu featured 3 of these). The mocktail was called something like "sun sipper", but I can't find the name of it now. It was citrusy and pretty tasty, but not super memorable. The Fried Pickles were fried in beer batter and came with house-made ranch - great for a snack! I ended up getting a cocktail later in the night, made with vodka and lemonade (again, can't find the name). This one was stronger than expected, but pretty refreshing. The ambiance on the patio was great and we had no problem snagging a picnic table for our large group. They had live music, and the performers were so talented! I ended up staying way longer than I'd planned to, just to listen to them more. That Sunday, we returned for Yoga & Brunch, hosted by Good Company Yoga. The paved portion of the patio ended up being perfect for outdoor yoga, and we had a great experience. Afterwards, we stayed for brunch, and I ordered the Pimento Cheese Hot Honey Chicken Biscuit. While this dish was tasty, I can't say it was worth the price. The piece of chicken was tiny, and I mostly filled up on the side (I chose sweet potato fries). My friend got the Southern Chicken and Waffles, which were also just alright. Overall though, I do enjoy this brewery - would return! read more

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We've been in the area since 2020, and on the recommendation of the "Beer Man", we visited our first area brewery--Steel Hands! It was good experiences. Our friends had dark beer, a favorite of mine, but on this day, I took the recommendation of one of the staff and tried a sour beer. Truth is I like all beer, except those funky, so called IPAs. The sour was okay, and since our visit fell within Oktoberfest, we sampled some good German themed food. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Steel Hands has an indoor beer hall vibe, a family friendly outdoor space, and decent food! read more

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Jade did a wonderful job for this Yelp Elite event. The outdoor pavilion with fire pit and couch seating is a great spring, summer and fall venue for beers and small bites. The brewing facilities and available tours are eye opening and educational. The servers are engaging and knowledgeable of the brewing process. Gotta try this spot! read more

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Visiting from California. We love to try local brews and Steel Hands did not disappoint! Fell in love with their Pecan Brown Ale. Wish I could get it back home! read more

A good fish Sammie is hard to find and this was great. Not dried out, the seasoned sauce was perfect, and bun was soft. Sweet potato fries were hot and on point. My cherry old fashioned was perfectly mixed and just strong enough to bring a smile to my face. Enjoyed it and the live music outside. read more

Steel Hands Brewing - Mahi sandwich - Breweries Near Me - Cayce, South Carolina

Great Experience! We were able to visit and tour the brewery. I have tried their beers for a few years but this was my first time visiting the location. Awesome staff with great hospitality and the food was tasty for a brewery experience. My favorite was the coffee lager and then the pecan. If you like lighter beers the IPA is the way to go. read more

Steelhands is by far one of the best breweries in a Columbia. They have a solid fast casual style layout which allows you be freely roaming the spot. They have live music pretty often and a nice outside and indoor experience. The food is pretty solid and they make so of the best local brews in town. Make sure to try their IPAs! read more

Steel Hands Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Cayce, South Carolina

After years of only experiencing Steel Hands coffee lagers in a can when my boyfriend would bring them back to Connecticut from his annual vacation, I finally was able to experience the real deal on draft. I couldn't believe the difference in how much the coffee flavor stood out when drinking it on draft! Not pictured was the lagerita- a margarita with a steel hands lime lager floater, which was also awesome! So happy to have finally visited this brewery in person. read more

Steel Hands Brewing - Coffee lager draft - Breweries Near Me - Cayce, South Carolina

Beer- plenty of selection with some really good beers on tap. Service- had no issues getting a sample of beer to try or getting my beer. Really friendly staff that genuinely care about their job Brewery- plenty of seating indoor and outdoor. We sat outside in the shade and it was great. Would be fun to see a concert here for their Nashville series. The only downside is parking. The brewery was half full and it was tough to find a spot. Not a total deal breaker in the future but would weigh on my decision to come back. read more

Steel Hands Brewing - Cold IPA - Breweries Near Me - Cayce, South Carolina

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What a great place to hang out. The patio and stage is awesome and they boast some really good local talent. Inside is airy and friendly. The staff is friendly and eager to talk to you about beer. I tried a couple: Coffee Lager-smooth and light great coffee flavor on top of a tasty lager. Tangerine Sour-lots of tangerine flavor and only slight sourness. It was 93 degrees during my visit, so this one hit the spot and was super refreshing. Bring your friends, family, and furries. You'll have a great time. read more

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Our ROMEO review for the week; Giving a rating of 4.0 based on the 8 reviews from the club. There were 8 of us ROMEO's that went to lunch at the Steel Hands Brewery last Tuesday. All but one of us had never been there before, and the one who had been before had all good things to say about his experiences there, while others had heard reports of good beers, good food, and good atmosphere. As we were the first ones to arrive for lunch, seating was easy amongst the many tables where we seated ourselves and looked over the menu. We then found we need to go to the bar to open our lunch tab, get our beverages, and then go to the lunch window to order food and pick up napkins, plastic forks, etc. This system may work well for the establishment, but does seem it could be more difficult for some instead of being served at the table by waiters/waitresses, particularly when it would be crowded. This detail in fact took a hit when factored into individual assessments. As our Fearless Leader was MIA this day due to home mechanical repair scheduling issues, and my following insights into individual lunch choices and ratings not being up to normal standards, my observations and conversation yielded this: that the burger with a runny egg on it was deemed excellent..the pulled pork sandwiches seemed deemed pretty good, with one observation that a mustard sauce would make it better..the smash burgers were deemed from real good to meh, and the fries deemed by a couple guys as wanting to be more crispy. The bang bang shrimp were said to be really good, and I'd say that the beers were all considered to be very good. The lunch menu is fairly extensive, and has some very interesting sounding choices, and I think consensus is that a return visit would be welcome. Out of a possible 5, with ROMEO scoring between a 3 and 5, our aggregate score is probably between a 4, and a 4.5, with 5's for the brews. A suggestion was also brought up that as there is a shuttle running from USC to Steel Hands, could we get a shuttle out to Sandhills as we do believe that would increase both our business and our safety. read more

Fantastic spot. Stopped by before a later football game in Columbia because we have lucked into case sales local in Chas. What a perfect tasting room. Huge outdoor set up w live music stage, multiple fire pits (amazing on this blustery Fall day), so many seats and really fun staff. Lots of fresh beer choices, seasonal brews, cocktails and more. Love the Juicy IPA that we have had before and their barrel ages oatmeal stout was a killer (be aware..this one is almost 10%abv) We got the the inside scoop that they are preparing to release some "dessert" style coffee lager for the Holidays. The website doesn't show a menu but check out my pics. They have lots of bites. Dog friendly (outside patio), kid friendly, and just all around good time. We will be back! Ps, if you are local, come.to their 4th anniversary party on Dec.3 rd. read more

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I love the burgers here with a nice hazy ipa . Can't beat it! Dog friendly as heck, indoor and out door seating. It feels like there's always something going on there, whether music or other events. If you don't order the Mac and cheese bites you're absolutely mad. They are awesome and you will regret it, they come with a little ranch aioli. The service is good as well, it's always been friendly. One of my fave local breweries for sure! read more

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I came here the night before and it was the busiest I've ever seen it! This place was so busy, they had shuttle buses and people parked all the way down to the end of the street, where you turn at the stop sign, to get to the brewery. It was insane how many people were there because they were hosting a big event, "The Gamecock Central kick-off party." As soon as we arrived, I felt a little nervous because of covid, but we were able to find a table that was far enough away from people to where I felt more comfortable. Now, fast forward to the next day and I arrived here again right as they were opening to begin an all day photoshoot with Good Company Yoga. GCY offers beer yoga classes here and as a proud GCY member & also, their photographer, I was excited to get started. We ate before we started shooting photos & I ordered the Shrimp Bahn Mi. I was so excited to try it because the last time I ate Bahn Mi was in NYC about 10 years ago & it was such a delicious sandwich! I took a bite into the sandwich as soon as it was brought out & was somewhat disappointed. The shrimp was ok, but it was tossed in a very sweet sauce and the veggies in it were jot pickled like I was expecting. It was all very dry & just lacked good flavor. The fresh jalepeños were the only exciting thing on my tastebuds because they were all I could really taste. A true Vietnamese Bahn Mi starts with a toasted French baguette, then follows mayo, chicken pate, pickled daikon and carrots, fresh cucumber, cilantro and a couple slices of jalepeño. This Bahn Mi was barely that. On the bright side, I was very impressed with their staff! For them to have had such wild party the night before and be able to clean the place up before morning in such great detail was impresssive. Also, the bartenders are so nice and always have a smile on their faces! read more

Steel Hands Brewing - Double Shift Wake Up Bowl & Bloody Mary - Breweries Near Me - Cayce, South Carolina

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What a find this place was! Just passing through and found this place on Yelp. Outstanding on all fronts! The beer was great, the fried chicken and steak sandwiches were A+ and the live music was concert worthy. I was a little concerned when I read about cold fries, but the French fries had a terrific seasoning and were delicious. This place is a gem! read more

Neat brewery find right outside Columbia, in Cayce. They offer brunch fare on Sundays; no beer flights cure, but you can sample what you would like. Great indoor & outdoor space! Luv the industrial decor and ambiance (appropriate considering location). Staff is super friendly and they are adhering to COVID safety & sanitary protocols. Pro-tip-Try the Pecan Brown Ale as a cuvée w/their Coffee & Chai Lagers for the best brunch beer blend evah! read more

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Great indoor bar area and outdoor. Good beer hall food and I had the Irish red beer which was on point kudos to the brewers. read more

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First time visiting this place. It was great. Took friends that were in town visiting. The atmosphere was fantastic, drinks good and the food was amazing. Definitely will go back read more

The beer and food was awesome. Highly recommend the hazy citrus beer with the fried shrimp! Chicken strips were good but the shrimp was cooked perfectly and paired well with beer and honey mustard. The humus and pita points were very tasty. The seats were comfortable and tables large and great for gathering. This was a hosted private event for the Biamp roadshow. The event was very organized and the staff was very polite. Tables bused quickly and the bartenders prompt. read more

Steel Hands Brewing - Awesome product demo at steel hands today - Breweries Near Me - Cayce, South Carolina

Great venue, good food, decent beer. Honestly, Steel Hands gets 4-stars because we visited several breweries in Columbia and Steel Hands beer isn't at the level of the others. But HANDS down, this is the coolest most chill place we visited. Tucked away in an industrial area, nice outside area to hang out in and an open area with lots of light inside. It does feel a little confusing when you visit for the first time, so here's a pro tip. Order everything at the counters. Beer from the bar, food from the food window. You'll pay at both locations. read more

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This place is awesome! My wife and I visited on 02-18. We sat outside by a fire pit and enjoyed the band. I had a chocolate porter and chicken tenders. My wife had the chicken sandwich basket and a Pilsner. Everything was well above par. Very good service as well. I would definitely recommend! read more

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This has to be the top brewery in the Columbia area. It sits in Cayce and is only about 10 min from downtown The beer list provides a good variety of beers brewed right on site and each one packs great flavor. The space is also very open and inviting. Lots of tables and a good feel for just hanging out. As good as the beers are, some of the food may be even better. The pimento cheese hot honey chicken sandwich was awesome. The chicken was tender and the cheese create a nice contrast against the heat of the sauce providing a perfect balance. One of the best chicken sandwiches I've had. A great brewery that is not to be missed. read more

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I had a great time checking out Steel Hands on a Carolina game day! I was pleasantly surprised that there was adequate seating both inside and outside as well as live music outside and plenty of TVs inside to catch the football games happening. I really appreciate their menu, most breweries I've been to have very limited or basic options so this was a great bonus! The staff was kind and helpful and the beer was also great, I had toe Hazy Juice and Tropical IPA that were flavorful and delicious! read more

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Fun brewery! Both times I have been were on weekends; one was for an Oktoberfest event and one was just a random weekend day, but wow it gets crazy busy here!!! They have outdoor things, and often have bands on the stage. Plus, they have food, which is always a major plus in my book! I liked the chicken Bahn mi sandwich. Better than average bar food, I'd say. Our crew enjoyed sharing nachos and wings (I thought the wings were just okay, a little small/dry). I don't care for many of their beers, but they brew seasonally and it's based on what the people want. Apparently the people want IPAs and fruity ciders (sadly for me - though it's the same at most breweries - there were no dark summer beers!) It's cool, though, they let you try things and you can also order a custom flight. Weirdly enough, I liked the smoked beer; It was like a hoppy lapsang souchong! read more

Steel Hands Brewing - Menu June 2021 - Breweries Near Me - Cayce, South Carolina

Great music! Great beer! Great inside and outside seating! Pet friendly! With great food! read more

Steel Hands Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Cayce, South Carolina

Horrible!!! We came here for breakfast to celebrate my mom's birthday. I orders pancakes with bacon and eggs and the first thing I noticed was that the pancakes were horrible and that there were hair strands inside and on my pancakes, note, it code not have been mine because I have short blonde hair and the hair was brown and long like it was a girls. Then, after we have been sitting at this table for a while these people came and set up for a birthday party for a kid and they put up an entire cage right next to our table and then a server asked us to move over to another table even though we have a person at our table who just had surgery and is walking in a cane and is hard for her to move. The stupid thing was is that there was a table not but 10 feet away which they could have just sat over there because there was enough space for them to put up their cage for the kid and there was also an extra table so they would have had enough room and the thing is is they did not even reserve the table and they did not even have a reservation sign on the table. Never come here. read more

Steel Hands Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Cayce, South Carolina

Food was okay. $16 for a chicken sandwich that was as smaller than any chicken sandwich at your local fast food place. They had cocktails, and me not being a beer person decided to try one thinking $11 was going to get me a decent sized drink. They LOADED it to the brim with ice and I got about 4 total sips. Service was good, everyone was friendly but I felt like I didn't get my moneys worth. read more

Steel Hands Brewing - $11 Mint lemonade cocktail 90% ice - Breweries Near Me - Cayce, South Carolina

I'm a big fan of any brewery that has ample parking, outside space, games provided and an in house kitchen! This place has all of the above. We came on a rainy afternoon and still had ample space for our group. We also tried the food which was tasty! I got a fried chicken sandwich with duck fat fries and my friend got a quesadilla and a side of the loaded fries. Everything came out quickly, piping hot and accurate. The beer: not many options on our particular visit, but what was available was tasty and a decent variety. All in all: decent prices, friendly staff, yummy food and beer, lovely space, live music! read more

I never realized how many events this place has! They had baby goat yoga one weekend?! Always so popular and it's clear why. My fav dish is their burgers. They're really satisfying. read more

This is what a brewery should be. Great beer selection and very tasty. Outstanding food selection and the German food was a nice touch. The space is open and inviting in the inside with lots of tvs. Outdoor area is very large with lots of tables. There is a honest to good ess stage for music and the lady singing tonight was super. The only downside was parking but I think we cane in a very busy night. Oh and these folks know how to brew. They offer a rauchbeer which is a traditional German brew that is very challenging to make and it was awesome. The staff was really friendly and fast. Dont skip this spot. read more

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