May 03, 2026 Over…read morethe weekend, my husband wanted to grab a plate from Nick's Gyros & Seafood. He got us both a Shrimp Salad. Once he got back, he was so ready to dive into it until he saw the cucumbers. The cucumbers were really soft, they looked as if they were starting to go bad. So, instead of having to drive back up there, I told hubby to let's just toss the cucumbers and replace them with new ones, a very easy fix. Other than the cucumbers, the salad was pretty good. Nothing to flip and do jumping jacks over, but they tasted good. After fixing the issue, I was content with the salad. No big complaints over here! It was a quick and easy meal until the chef (me) stepped into the kitchen at home:) Yes, my cooking is amazing, and I am telling the world, haha!

On our way home from Florida, stay long at LaQuinta and found this place across from the parking…read morelot. We both got the tilapia dinner. It was very good, great price and generous portions. Highly recommend

First off. What a cool place! Shucker bar in back and to get oysters, go there. I was privileged,…read moreand it was, to have Jim as my shucker. He was great. His responsiveness was really good. Had a great conversation with him as he was shucking the oysters. Was cool to have them shucked and placed on the ice right in front of you! Asked him for recommendations and he said the gumbo over the Growder. Glad I listened. Gumbo had enough of a kick to make it tasty with a reminder you were eating something spicy. I will definitely be back and when I do I hope to get Jim again.

This place is fabulous on atmosphere/community and good on food. The staff here never met a…read morestranger, only new old friends. I loved the bbq-tinged cocktail sauce and hearty gumbo. Crab legs were another highlight. The steamed shrimp and oysters were not as amazing; our shucker's technique drained all the juice out of the oysters before serving, and the juice is a big part of the point for me. The cooked oysters did not compare to the grilled oysters at Acme in New Orleans IMHO. Raw oyster eaters in our party, on the other hand, gave the winter gulf oysters two thumbs up. Sitting at this bar is a great way for visitors to Columbia to feel like natives. It's an experience not to be missed.

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!

We had an outstanding dining experience at Blue Marlin. From the moment we walked in, the…read moreatmosphere was warm, inviting, and perfect for a relaxing evening. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made us feel genuinely welcome. The food was excellent--fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Every dish was well-seasoned and served hot, with generous portions that reflected the quality of the restaurant. The seafood was especially impressive, and the Southern Lowcountry flavors really stood out. Our server, Diego, was professional and knowledgeable. If you're looking for a great restaurant in Columbia for a date night, special occasion, or simply a delicious meal with outstanding service, I highly recommend Blue Marlin. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and look forward to coming back again soon! We had the fried green tomatoes as our appetizer and they were very delicious! We had the salmon ponchatrain and spinach and mushroom ravioli with grilled salmon and they were both very filling and flavorful!

This was my first time eating at Tasty Wings & Seafood. I ordered the shrimp fried rice. Normally,…read moreI would try multiple items, but I figured I would sample first to be on the safe side. Glad I did! I honestly did not like anything about it. The rice was hard in some areas. It also could have used more flavor. The vegetables were bland and the shrimp was undercooked. There was nothing pleasing within this meal. The restaurant looked clean. It wasn't crowded at all. Customer service was good. Overall, the meal just didn't taste good. Maybe in the future I will try something different. I am willing to give it another try:)

Right by our hotel, Home 2 Suites, we decided to give it a try. The place was clean and had a…read moredecent eating area. We did to go since we had our dogs with us. I got the chicken fingers ( not like Buffalo where we are from) but they were decent. My husband got the Philly steak and cheese sandwich which was good. Worth a try if you're in the area

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)

Tanee was such an amazing server. She was very informative, kind and attentive! We'll definitely be…read moreback!

Okay, so I went to this location for my birthday in November because I was craving a boil bag and…read morehadn't had one in about a year. I feel like good seafood spots in Columbia are limited, and I didn't want to try somewhere new and end up disappointed, so I stuck with what I knew. The food here is usually pretty consistent. I also hadn't been to this specific location in at least a year, When we entered the foyer, we were immediately met with a strange smell--honestly, it smelled like sewage. At first, I thought it was just me, but other customers who came in behind us and were waiting on their orders noticed it too, and we actually talked about it. Once you walked into the dining area, the smell was gone, which was a bit of a relief. Still, the smell of sewage is never appealing, especially in a place that serves food. Anyway, we got our boil bags and left. Overall, the food was just okay. My main complaint was the size of the crab legs--they were very small and barely had any meat. I wanted two clusters and a half-pound of shrimp, but unfortunately that particular option is no longer on the menu, which made it more expensive to customize than ordering one of the preset boil bags. Let's just say it wasn't worth it. My family got the sausage and shrimp bags those had a better quantity of food. The shrimp were good, but I was very disappointed with the crab legs. I probably won't be back, mainly because what I paid didn't really measure up to the food I received. That said, the staff was nice.

Since we were over in the area, we decided to do a pickup on our way home. We ordered from BoneFish…read moreGrill. I ordered the Creamy Tomato Salmon Linguine. It also came with bread. This was a really great combination! The linguine was prepared perfectly. It was filled with mushrooms, spinach, diced tomatoes, parmesan and basil. On top was the salmon. The salmon was tender with a buttery texture. It was so yummy!!! My husband ordered the Pineapple Glazed Shrimp. He had been wanting this for a while but that all changed when he opened it when we got home. There was no creamy risotto! He was disappointed that they had forgotten the risotto. Nevertheless, he did enjoy the shrimp. Maybe next time we are on that side of town he will get his chance:) Service was good. It took awhile for our food to come out, but that was fine. The restaurant wasn't full at all, it was nice and quiet. The ambiance was nice, and the restaurant was clean.

I did not get pics of my food because my phone was occupied, but we went to Bonefish for a quick,…read morelow-key dinner with the kids, and it was on point. The service was good. The cocktails were amazing! Hugs to the bartender because the drinks were so great. The imperial dip with the tortilla chips was served very hot and was very delicious. It has a crisped top and is truly cooked very well. The corn and crab chowder was tasty. The kids' chicken and fries were also pretty good and served hot and fresh. The loaded mashed potatoes, sirloin, and brussels sprouts were all so delicious and perfectly prepared. What put Bonefish back on my radar was their lunch special, which is a beverage, a soup or salad, and an entree from their select menu. I ordered the fish and fries, and the fish was cod, fried well, and really delicious. All for $14.99. They also have a good social hour and many other specials.

We had a wonderful dinner at Pearlz Oyster Bar this past Friday evening to celebrate our mother,…read moreand the entire experience exceeded our expectations. We were seated in a lovely booth by the window, and from the moment we arrived, everything felt just right. The food was absolutely delicious--we enjoyed the oyster Rockefeller, amberjack with tomato risotto topped with a crab and cucumber salad (it was one of the specials), crab cakes, egg rolls, and corn fritters with maple butter. We even took home several desserts to enjoy later! What truly made the evening exceptional, though, was our server, Savannah. She was cheerful, attentive, friendly, and simply fantastic. Her warm, engaging personality made us feel so welcomed, and we loved learning that she's currently in school to become an RN--she is clearly destined for great things. We first visited Pearlz several years ago, and that memorable experience is what brought us back. This visit only reinforced how special this place is. We will definitely return--and next time, we'll be sure to ask for Savannah!

It's been some time since I went to Pearlz, so we decided to drop in for a visit after a strong…read moreseafood craving. Parking wasn't too terrible, and we were greeted upon entry and seated immediately. The vibe is laid-back and comfortable. Customer service was pretty pleasant. The margarita was standard, and I say this because you could taste the sour mix used, like it was made at a house party. For the rundown of the food, the crab dip is just okay. The crab dip is accompanied with a toasted miniature baguette, and it's a very small portion, probably smaller than your hand, and if you want additional, you have to pay $5, which I think is a bit much. Serve the amount needed for the dip. Anyways, the gumbo was just okay as well. There is more sausage than seafood, of course, but I did enjoy the shrimp and crawfish I came across. It was a pretty good flavor and had a hint of spice. My favorites were the shrimp and fries. They are all so delicious, served hot, and a pretty decent portion, even for the kids shrimp. The coleslaw was okay. It had an awkward taste but was not bad. It tastes like one or two either missing ingredients or alter the ingredients, and the coleslaw would hit. The hush puppies are good. Again, the shrimp was definitely the star, and I was excited to know they now serve fries, which were also really good.