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    Tombo Grille

    4.1 (130 reviews)
    ModerateNew American
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Mocktail with ginger beer.
    Kay T.

    This is a favorite after work spot for me and my girlfriends. Since one doesn't drink alcohol, I decided to get a mocktail. I wish I would have asked the server for a new drink because it was bitter even after a shot of pineapple juice. The ginger beer was strong and overall the drink was bad (hence 4 star). But the salad was delicious with enough dressing and the shrimp cooked just right. It's always chilly in the restaurant so bring a sweater. Service is always a perfect 10 and it's close to other places to run errands and walk off the food!

    Moscow Mule, delicious.
    Warren M.

    Still consistent 5 stars. Saturday night 2/3/24 reservations for 6:30pm. Arrived at 6:15 and were seated at a 2 person table promptly. Water by the hostess who seated us was received quickly also. Mary our server did great took our drink orders and and started us with the Burrata Arancini appetizer.....which we split and it was very delicious. Wish I had gotten a picture! Wife got the scallops and I finally tried the Braised Short Rib. Wife chose the scallops over the farm raised salmon, and the scallops are always perfect she reports. The short rib as very tender and delicious. (See pictures) 2 glasses of very good Pino Noir and 2 glasses of Steel Hands Coffee Lagers made for an excellent meal and delightful dining.

    Grilled Ribeye (special)  Mediterranean Salad
    Emily H.

    The food was fantastic. I got the mediterranean salad with shrimp and my boyfriend got the grilled ribeye special and we both cleared our plates. I thought the salad was very light and a perfect portion. I would definitely go back. Good for a more casual dinner.

    Yes! Crab cakes back on the menu at Tombo Grille!
    Krystal B.

    Our server was amazing! I was not a huge fan of the crab cakes. It was more breading than lump crab meat. The vibe was nice. It's dimly lit and the menu has daily specials which I enjoy! Definitely a gem in forest acres.

    Heirloom tomato salad
    Cindy B.

    Always a favorite when we come to town. Fresh local ingredients. The menu is small so each dish is done well. We almost chose somewhere else tonight and I'm so glad we didn't as this was one of the best meals we've had here! Fresh heirloom tomato salad on a bed of arugula with feta and a balsamic drizzle. Mahi Mahi special with a lovely couscous and the best salmon ever.

    Grouper, risotto ...this is a special... delicious
    Hans B.

    Tombos is Hawaiian for tuna! This is an amazing place. So it's in the corner of a tiny stripmall in the Forest acres region and you might normally miss this place simply driving by . There are a few seats outside, a small 8-10 seat bar and plenty of tables with local works of art all available for purchase.. The menu is small but has many quality options For instance it has 3 salads, 5 or so appetizers etc. They also have pizza options, along with a main course regulars and often nightly specials The brussel sprout appetizer is amazing.... perfectly grilled and not overly oily and the side sauce..."ranch-but-not-ranch" sauce is super tasty. Do not miss this ! Also if they have the fried green tomatoes with lobster salad ( it's a seasonal item).... amazing! Light fry, perfect width of tomato and the best fried green tomato I have ever had! For entree's I often get the salmon entree which is always reliable and tasty. The steak is always delicious also. The menu has plenty of craft beers... mainly local ones, good wine options and great cocktails. (Down and Dirty martini is perfect...cold.smooth ,blue cheese stuffed olives and almost too good) Never is there a problem with a cocktail in regards to how it is made or they will re-make it! If you are thinking about getting dessert the Derby pie is always good and the coffee is EXCELLENT!!! ( Don't miss the coffee!) Staff is terrific....all are knowledgeable, friendly and efficient. The parking lot can be challenging at times as many of the other businesses use this space. We will definitely go back as this is one of my favorites in Columbia!

    Meatloaf with tomatoes and rice and collard greens

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    Tazza Kitchen Trenholm Plaza

    Tazza Kitchen Trenholm Plaza

    4.1(396 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Tazza is always the place for my friends and I on Saturdays. We were celebrating my friends…read morebirthday and she didn't drink alcohol. The bar made her a drink with coconut and pineapple. It tasted so good we all got one for $6.50. Folks sitting beside us got the chicken burrito and it looked so good we tried it. It's now my favorite brunch item from

    Booked a last minute reservation on resy for a table of 4 and was seated immediately. We had the…read morepleasure of getting Rachel as our server. Rachel was quick, witty and so sweet and had a way with the kiddos my daughter loved her. We started off with the cast iron goat cheese as the appetizer- solid and even the kids loved it. For our main course my daughter went with the grilled cheese from the kids menu that came with fries and a coke, my son just got a burger with everything but tomato from the regular menu and devoured the entire plate, I was torn between the Mediterranean bowl or the Baja bowl however Rachel recommended the honey harissa bowl with a crab cake and let me tell you it was amazing! Literally tasted so fresh and delicious, my husband was going to go with the steak however they unfortunately were out so he went with his second choice which was the creole shrimp and grits which he cleared the plate but that too was sooo delicious. All in all this place was a solid 5 stars all the way around from, service to atmosphere and flavor and just the freshness of the ingredients they use here. We live just 10 minutes away so I'll definitely be back.

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    Top Tier Featuring The Genesis Room - Steak

    Top Tier Featuring The Genesis Room

    3.5(12 reviews)
    3.8 miDowntown

    Had dinner here over the past weekend, while in town for a college tour. This place came…read morerecommended along with a few others by the front desk agent at our Marriott hotel. Because the location was right around the corner from the hotel, we opted to give it a try. The restaurant is on a nice block, with quite a few dining options. Metered parking is available on the block. Its also not far from a beautiful recently renevated park that we also visited that night. We were immediately seated when we arrived. The restaurant is beautiful. I love how colorful it is with the plush velvet like seating. Had didn't visit the restroom while there, but my sister said it could use some cleaning. Our server was nice. I ordered the lamb chop meal, which came with two sides. I selected the mac & cheese with the collard greens. I was told both were popular. The lamb itself was seasoned well. The sauce they include for it on the side was horrible. It had a overpowering vinegar taste. I hated it! The mac & cheese was basic and I didn't care for all of the parsley packed on top. I was told 5 cheeses are used in their mac recipe but I couldn't tell. It had no real flavor. The greens were just okay. It was supposed to have spices in it from what I was told but I had to dump a cup of hot sauce in it for the spice and flavor. One of my sisters ordered salmon. She said the seasoning used on the salmon was really good but she also said you can tell its not fresh salmon; more like frozen pack salmon. Honestly, we were not impressed by the food but the great customer service, gorgeous ambiance, and music selection made our experience.

    Service from. battener Summer was excellent she provided excellent tasting drinks and educated me…read moreindifferent drinks to help me decide on my drinks selections I love talking with her and getting the knowledge of different drinks

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    4.4(390 reviews)
    2.7 miShandon
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    This was my first time trying out this restaurant. I had always heard they had great food, so of…read morecourse, I had to try it for myself. My husband decided we should test it out today, so we ended up grabbing the food as we had a couple plans for today. My husband ordered the Reuben Sandwich. It came with Truffle Parmesan Fries. He stated the taste was very flavorful, the meat was tender, and he fell in love with the truffle fries. They didn't stand a chance! Now here comes the funny part:) I told him I wanted the Black Bean Burger without the lettuce and tomato, but instead he ordered me just the patty with cheese and mayo with no buns! Instead of him asking the correct way, he asked for it as just the patty only, haha I was too tickled to be mad. Even though he missed it, it was so good! That was the best black bean patty I had in a long time. It was well-prepared and delicious. Yes, I also have the Truffle Parmesan Fries and they tasted amazing. Hot, seasoned to perfection and irresistible! Once I saw the salmon, I had to try it. Omg, that salmon was prepared perfectly, juicy and mouth-watering. The food was on point I must say. Hubby stated customer service was amazing as well. The restaurant was well lit, had a great atmosphere and overall a great spot to dine with your friends. We will definitely be heading back soon to dine in and try more food:)

    Solid four. Service was a bit slow at the start, but improved. Food was all good, but not something…read moreI'd crave. We did sit outside on a very hot day, so to be fair, that may have detracted from the experience. We will give this one another try though. Big menu and a lot of choices so we'll come again and sit inside next time!

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    Room Service Bistro - Chicken and Cinnamon Toast Crunch waffle

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    4.2(48 reviews)
    5.0 mi

    Man I was there for Cinco de Mayo 24" I really enjoyed…read moremyself. I also had a chance to me a Dope Rapper "Trap Dickey" I hope this establishment continues to Thrive.

    I went 2 weeks in a row, the first weekend was for my birthday brunch and the second was for a…read morefriend's birthday. Let's start with my birthday weekend- I made a reservation and was sat promptly for my birthday brunch. The restaurant had music playing and the decor was nice. It took awhile for the server to come to the table and take our order. Once placed we didn't see her again. My party flagged down whoever was passing at the time for assistance. Once the food came out, it was COLD. I don't recall how long it took to come out, but by the time it did, I just ate it. It was well seasoned though. The DJ was the best part of the entire day and the reason why I gave 2 stars. I even went and gave him props. My friend's birthday weekend- I swore that I wouldn't return back, but I went the following weekend to celebrate a friend and it was a repeat of service and food. My friends ordered a hookah and it took almost 2 hours for them to get it. I work in the service industry and understand that at times it gets busy, but 2 weeks in a row with the same service, I can assure you I'll never step foot in that establishment again.

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    Room Service Bistro - Salmon Bites/Newman Marcus Sliders...don't let the hype fool you!

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    Terra

    4.2(171 reviews)
    5.1 mi
    $$

    Our entire experience at Terra was exceptional! We had a party of 15 celebrating the graduation of…read moreour children from USC and everyone was very impressed. I contacted Mike, their GM, in December about making reservations. He stated it was too early to book, but offered to reach out to me when reservations opened. True to his word, Mike reached out in February to confirm our reservation. Mike also reached out a couple of times to confirm our headcount and our reservation. Upon arriving we were seated immediately. Our server was very friendly, helpful and attentive! She stopped by frequently to see if anyone needed drink refills and to ensure everything was okay. Mike also stopped by a couple of times to thank us for dining with them and to make sure we were doing well. Appetizers, main courses and drinks were outstanding! Only wish we had discovered this restaurant sooner! I'll be sure to spread the word as this dining experience was beyond 5 star!

    We had dinner there on Friday 09/11/26…read more First and foremost, the food is absolutely delicious. The quail, pork chop, and lamb mac n' cheese were so flavorful and cooked to perfection. The hostess was professional and polite. The service though... leaves a lot to be desired. Our server was nice, but super awkward. We sat down and waited a good 20 minutes before anyone approached our table. When we finally did met our server, as I said before, she just had a very awkward demeanor. In addition, the food runner seemed super timid, shy, and unsure of herself. The space is beautiful, but I don't think I'd ever dine in again because of the poor service.

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