Pro: - The ambience was pretty cool, and I loved the hipster 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. read more

Came in a busy Saturday and the place was crowded and loud filled with music and conversations. 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. read more

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So I am always reluctant to drop three stars on any restaurant, but this has been coming. This place was a go to for us. It was a bit pricey but the service was good and the food was great. Lately the service has been great, but the food has been falling short. Over the last three visits, food has not been up to par. One dish, the rice was cold, the next the chicken was cooked to death. This last meal left me looking at the plate wondering where the rest of my meal was. Over seasoning has been a problem. I will say, the chef here has talent. I'm not sure what's going on, but we are going to give this restaurant a break for a while. read more

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The food and service were excellent. I will definitely be back. An eclectic, pleasant surprise of a find! read more

The War Mouth - Southern Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

We come back here again and again! Best place in columbia for small plates - cornbread is amazing, the bartenders are super helpful with great service! read more

The War Mouth - Southern Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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A smaller restaurant that's beautifully decorated. It was a bit frustrating because a number of the dishes that we were hoping to order were either already sold out at 6 o'clock on a Monday night, or they were not ready. For instance, the ribs would be roasting and they would be ready in an hour. we were not waiting an hour. My husband ordered meatloaf, which honestly was disappointing. I had a good salad that was quite large and tasty. My friends ordered shrimp and grits which was also good. read more

This food was amazing! So much flavor. Friendly service. Awesome atmosphere! Had the catfish n grits , chicken skewer special, and brick chicken! Finished off with the peach cobbler! Didn't not disappoint! read more

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Such a great atmosphere and excellent service! The food was fresh and locally sourced. We started with the pork belly and deviled eggs, which were both very good. I had the roasted chicken and root vegetables. It was cooked perfectly and very flavorful. The burger was delicious and the smashed potatoes were yummy and very unique with pimento cheese mixed in. The shrimp small plate and fish selection were both delicious too. I definitely recommend if you're ever in town. read more

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This is one of my favorite local joint for date nights with the hubby or girls nights out. Absolutely love the food, the staff, and the way it stays so authentically southern and cozy despite always being full. Nothing makes me happier than sitting down with a wonderful cocktail and being surprised by a multi person string band the best example of everything South Carolina wrapped in a wonderfully refurbished historic building. read more

I've always wanted to like this place, mainly because it's right around the corner from my house. I've given it seven shots now and each time there's just something off, one more serious than the others. They have consistently had trouble finding a bartender, but have drink specials? The margaritas were so bad we couldn't finish them one time. Food is always A+, have never had a bad dish. I have always been seated as soon as I get there, again, A+. The big turnoff: There is a seemingly important waiter/manager there who is so weird around kids. We came in when they were absolutely empty to get lunch with my in-laws and he wouldn't stop touching my son's stroller. The guy went out of his way multiple times to bump into our stroller and make us feel uncomfortable, one time waking my child. Larger man, maybe 50, with a mustache and a very arrogant attitude. This has happened twice and we haven't gone back since and we have told everyone who has kids to steer clear. read more

Upper Scale Southern Classics with a Twist. The War Mouth is one of my go-to spots for a nice dinner. Their rotating menu features Southern classics with a flare. They have really solid BBQ and a good homemade Hot sauce. Another great option for this spot is their cocktail menu and bar. They feature some nice rotating cocktails that pair well with the menu items. All in all, if you're looking for a spot to take a date or a bit more of an upper-class BBQ experience this is the spot. read more

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Wonderful staff, great food and a homey feel. Everyone knows what they are doing. Love love this place! Run don't walk!!

Great environment and really good people. The food was great. Really enjoyed the meatloaf.

My husband loved this place (why it's getting a four star rating). He got a Reuben and wings. I thought it was fine, but then again, I only had a drink and some of his potato chips. The chips we're very greasy and seemed a bit under done because they didn't spread out the chips when frying them this place is definitely not set up for a vegan so I ended up going next-door to a vegan place and getting myself some food. The service was standard. Nothing to write home about, but not bad. The place itself was very eclectic. It was pretty packed and lively for a small spot. read more

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The food was good. The service was great. I ordered a special dish off menu, which was a 14 ounce ribeye with a shrimp skewer. My partner ordered one of their burgers everything was very good. The only complaint was I ordered my ribeye medium well and it was more on the well side, but I come into that issue at most restaurants. It's either a little under or over what I order so it wasn't a big deal. It was still very good. I will probably order medium next time and hopefully it will be closer to what I was expecting. The brussels sprouts were really nice. They weren't overly oily or greasy, even though they seem to be fried, which is nice. I've had Brussels other places that were super greasy/oily. The mashed potatoes were really nice also. Very creamy without being overly so. read more

What a fun place to go for supper! It's nice to have such a lovely date spot in the area. The staff is welcoming and the menu offers a wide variety of fare to choose from. My personal favorites are the pimento cheese, fried green tomatoes, and burger. I have had the chicken bog before as well, and while it was good it was over salted. We will definitely be back! read more

The War Mouth - Southern Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

Cuisine: 7 Service: 7 Decor: 7 Value: 7 Overall: 7 From my scores, you can see that it's a good restaurant across the board. Not necessarily memorable and a place I want to come back to, but certainly wouldn't mind eating here when nearby. Chicken Bog - This was the reason I came. I never had such a local dish before. My conclusion is that it's somewhat like a porridge. Tasty, but nothing I must have. Wood Smoked Pork Ribs - Pretty good. I can taste the smoke, while the meat was quite moist and flavorful. Probably best dish of the night. Fried Chicken Gizzards - Definitely over fried and tough to chew. Seasoning on the breading was also lacking. Smoked Fish Dip - I have had some amazing fish dips in Spain and other parts of Europe. This was not that quality unfortunately. Ok, but not worth the price. Server was friendly and helpful. Space looked quite nice too. Maybe I'll give it another go in the future. read more

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Okay place to eat and drink Service was good Food good Does not stand out over other places read more

Great BBQ and the fries are amazing too. Haven't had a bad meal here. Burgers are also good and my friends love the fried chicken sandwich. Just good food prepared well. read more

The Rockhill location has poor service, poor quality food and apparently has an hvac issue, the place smelled like mildew when we visited. Didn't feel well after eating the wings, don't think they were cooked long enough, the cook seemed to be more interested in talking to friends in the dining area than doing his job. Won't go back ! read more

Mediocre experience. Nice staff. Seated outside at a super uncomfortable slanted picnic table, with bugs biting us the whole time: So when the food took over an hour, it felt like forever. Then the lack of apology or acknowledgement compounded the situation. Honestly, I left actually angry. Might have been a different experience inside. Bathrooms were gross, plants outside were dying. Both show a lack of care. Would not come back. read more

Go to Motor Supply Co. if you're looking for a local spot, trust me. War Mouth has below average food and an insufferable crowd, don't say I didn't tell you so. The folks on my left and right at the bar were incessantly criticizing me with comments on my order, that they didn't like my choices, and were making rude comments despite me ignoring them the entire time. The War Mouth draws the worst of Columbia's community; from one "southern hospitality" resident to another, beware. They go to War on the menu items you put in your Mouth. read more

I love trying out a new dish every time I'm here because I've never been disappointed. I decided to try out the Barbecue plate that I've been eyeing for a long time and it was delicious! The ribs were so juicy, but the pulled pork was the juiciest I've had in Columbia so far. This might have become my favorite barbecue plate so far so I have to rave. I love the vibes in this place and the staff is awesome ! read more

The War Mouth - BBQ Barbecue Plate - Southern Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

Great food, great service and friendly and casual atmosphere. Hidden gem in Cotton Town. read more

The War Mouth - Meatloaf, mashed potatoes and green beans. - Southern Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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This place has become one of our go-to places in Columbia! It's a great combination of good food and down-to-earth service. Boaty has taken care of us the two times we have been to The War Mouth, and we appreciate his expertise, guidance, and genuine hospitality. The barbecue has always been what we wanted, but now the catfish is going to be a close second. We've been here both during the day and evening, and I prefer the ambiance slightly in the daytime as it feels a little more open with light. Reasonable prices, generous portions, and friendly service--definitely a winner in Columbia. read more

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Loved this gastro pub located in an old service station! The interior is festive and fun with indoor and outdoor seating. The menu is southern with a twist. They have bbq as well as steak, sandwiches, seafood and fish. Everything was great! We had drinks and dinner. read more

The War Mouth - Southern Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

Our party really enjoyed our experience. Everyone in the staff was super friendly and knowledgeable. Our server, Bianca made sure we were taken care of. We enjoyed the hot collards dip and fried okra as appetizers. Yummy!! Hubby had the Bbq plate and I did the spicy chili shrimp. That was what my spicy-loving-always-craving taste buds needed. So goood! And SPICY!! Beware! read more

The service was terrible. They gave me a raw burger and when I asked them to fix it they brought back a small half burger instead of a new one. Took my plate of fries with them brought back about 5. Paid an exorbitant amount for crap. Be careful if you go to this restaurant not only will your wallet suffer but you might die from e-coli poisoning!!! My husband's rice was not cooked and my moms sandwich was missing a key ingredient as well!! If you just want a nice atmosphere and nothing else then this place is for you. read more

Very interesting food selections and I like all that I saw. I had the fried chicken sandwich and pimento cheese appetizer. Both were satisfying. The service was exceptional. Our server was attentive and helpful. read more

War Mouth is a delicious spot for some upscale BBQ in Columbia! I had a great time here for dinner with three on a Friday evening. No reservations were necessary and we were seated immediately. The appetizers were tasty and I recommend the bread plate for a nice mixture of flavors. The toast was especially good. I'd probably skip on the cheese plate next time as it was a bit sparse. Although the cheeses were all tasty. I had the barbecue plate which came with pulled pork, rice and hash, slaw, a slice of bread, pickles, and crispy pork skins. The portion was substantial and filling. The pork and rice and hash were especially good! I enjoyed eating them with bites of the thick cut bread on the side. My friends also really enjoyed the chicken bog and mentioned that they get it every time they come here. Overall, great spot and I'd love to come again! read more

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Very nice privately owned, local spot. Had the pimento cheese appetizer which came with excellent fried saltines! Food was very good, service was great. I would highly recommend this place for a local eatery! read more

I had lunch here a few weeks ago, sat outside, waitress was super, ordered a crab cake with corn relish and it was delicious! full of flavor! would go back! read more

Great food fabulous service. I highly recommend this if you are in the Columbia area

We came here to celebrate a birthday. First of all, the staff were amazing! Lindsey was our bartender and made the experience one of a kind - knew the drinks and food ver well! The environment was a fun yet comforting country feel. The food was 10/10. Wings were spot on and juicy. Really recommend this place for people wanting dinner or just drinks and tapas! read more

The War Mouth - Ionian Sea and the Lambo Kid - Southern Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

Cuisine is definitely local in nature with an inspirational twist. A go-to for lunch but don't rule it out for dinner either. We even tried their brunch a couple of weekends ago. Glad we did. Could be considered small menu but definitely creative. My wife and I are big fans and is always a consideration when we dine out. read more

The War Mouth - Southern Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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We ate dinner there last night after our sons graduation the food was very good. The ribs were excellent a bit spicy but very flavorful. We were a little wary about the place being where it's located, but I'm not familiar with that neighborhood. It was very good would definitely make a second trip to eat dinner there again that is saying a lot for the restaurants in Columbia. The pulled pork sandwich was very good as well TASTY The prices are not bad either read more

Quality ingredients, nice atmosphere. They always try to over complicate the quality ingredients. Always leave here wondering what would have been had 1 or 2 ingredients been left out. read more

Truly one of my favorite restaurants in Columbia! Chef Harold is truly a culinary genius!!! The crew at the war mouth is the absolute best! I'm truly thankful for this establishment which is why they are my Thankful Thursday pick! read more

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The food here is excellent, and the service was also great. My one issue is that they have terrible high chairs that do not have a middle strap to hold your child in the seat. As a new parent I did not think about this right away and was not informed she could fall through the seat. Well, she fell through the seat and luckily she caught her self with her arms. This terrified her. I was told by the waitress they usually let people know that could happen. It's infuriating because they could just add a strap to the chairs. I brought my daughter here for her 1 year birthday because she loves to be out around people and it's exciting for her. When she fell through the chair it was terrifying for her, and her back was really red afterward. Luckily there was nothing serious. We had a foldout chair we ended up using to solve the issue. If you know something is an issue, why not fix that issue? It's crazy they would rather risk a baby falling through a high chair instead of spending a few dollars to put a strap in the center to hold the baby in place or buy new high chairs. Again, service, food, and atmosphere are amazing but take a little time to think about the actual damage your baby seats can cause to a small child. A few screws and one strap is all you need. Please just fix this shit. read more

The food is spectacular! Deviled eggs to die for. Meatloaf is a must. Coattails on point for sure. Service exceptional.