Lula Drake is just amazing. Such a cool European atmosphere, the bartenders and chefs are superb…read moreand very hospitable, and my word...the food is amazing. Incredible pasta dishes, phenomenal sherry shrimp, and it's the only place where I can sincerely say the charcuterie is worth it with such a unique spread. Do not go to Halls. Go to Lula Drake.

One of the nicer restaurants in Columbia but I have to say that the layout was just poorly set. I…read morehad to squeeze my way into the bar as the bar seats were all crammed together. The food and drinks were excellent (though I would only come here for a light meal) and the bartender was very knowledgeable. Though, I honestly didn't get a very interactive experience as my attempts to further interact with the bartender didn't result in anything. I typically enjoy wine bars for these interactions so it was quite disappointing to not get that here.

Camden had a hidden gem! This was the highlight of my time in Camden SC. Broad and Vine! Cute wine…read moreand tapa spot. This place is like no other. You get a card that's linked to your payment of choice and you can dispense your drink from this cute display of wines from sweet Moscato to a nice Cabernet. The service was great and they walked us through on what to do! The ambiance is so upscale, regal with an artsy. Once you put your card in, The dispensers are set to a taste, have glass, or full glass. And you press the button and the dispenser pours the perfect glass! It's really an experience! The wines are available for purchase and on Tuesdays are half off bottles! I will probably not ever be in Camden on a Tuesday, but if I am, you know where to find me!

The selection of wines is great. They have a good variety of Italian and California wines. Service…read morewas good and attentive and the ambiance was phenomenal. The building itself is beautiful. It is built on an old bank. The system utilized to sample the wines is really cool. Similar to one I seen in Italy. You basically insert a card an select the wine you want, and the machine pours the perfect amount into your glass. Really cool. It is a good way to sample wines before you decide to buy them. We ordered a couple of appetizers, and in my personal opinion they were lackluster. The presentation was not the greatest, especially at the price point. Other than that, it was great. Will return.

This place goes to the top of my list as one of the absolute coolest hang-out places in town. Only…read moreplace to go where you can sample different wines on daily basis. Only $7 to taste multiple wines (which change week to week), and you don't have to wait a month for the next 'wine tasting'. Grotto has an actual tasting bar, plus an option to order a plate of exotic salami and cheeses which can't be bought locally. This gives Grotto a huge advantage over Mickey Fins which is set up like the inside of a gas station. Mickey fins has competitive pricing, and a very large selection, but does not do daily tastings, nor do they have a bar/sit down area. Both know their wines well, both have been friendly and helpful. Overall, this is a wonderful place to buy wines or to relax and socialize with friends!

I don't live in Florence, but I travel here to visit my wife's family at least once a year. I also…read morelove a great glass or bottle of wine and I really love it when I'm enjoying said wine in a lovely and warm place with lots of atmosphere and great people. All of this is true of The Grotto, and more. Vince and Maura, the owners of this lovely wine bar, are amazing! They have really managed to create something special. They both really love and really know wine! And they love to talk with people, from the beginner to the expert, about vino. Vince has amassed a truly impressive and unique collection of wines that you won't be able to find anywhere except maybe Charleston. And he's very good at helping people find interesting and unique wines at great prices. If you like or love wine, check this place out. I can't emphasize it enough. You won't regret it!

Food service ambiance. Everything was great. Steaks are fire and garlic cheese turds are a must.read more

People, if you are in this area, do not skip this place. We were pleased to meet chef Ben. He…read moreprovided such an amazing dinner. This guy has talent. Having a restaurant off I-95 we never anticipated would find such a jewel. Our meal was as just simply amazing. Thank you Ben, Mackenzie, and the entire staff at Cork and Barrel. The bartender whose name a failed to get, was also amazing and so friendly. Trust me folks, try this place........

Ambiance: small but quaint, European feel. Service: very…read moregood. Order at the counter but folks come check on you. Food: lots of wine selections and really nice looking appetizers! I'll definitely return. Nice place to stop and chat with friends.

Accent is one of my favorite wine bars to relax and hang out, especially when the weather is nice…read more Sitting outside is the move -- it's perfect for people-watching and has such an easy, laid-back vibe. Inside is cute too, but it can feel a little tight at times, so I definitely prefer being outdoors when I can. The Tuesday wine tastings are always fun and such a great way to try new wines without feeling rushed. They also have great little snacks and small bites that pair perfectly with a glass (or two). Overall, the vibes are solid, the wine is always on point, and it's just one of those places that makes you want to linger. A great go-to spot in Summerville that I always enjoy coming back to.

The food here is consistently good. I mostly come here for their desserts (made in-house) but their…read moreregular menu items are just as good. The bartenders are a joy to talk to. It can get very loud and crowded but the live music is still fantastic. I would recommend grabbing a reservation if you want a table or else you'll get dropped at the bar (which is my favorite place to be).

Cuisine: 8 Service: 8…read moreDecor: 8 Value: 8 Overall: 8 Just a fantastic Italian restaurant all around in downtown Columbus, SC. I have eaten here twice and loved both of my experience. On my recent visit, I was able to enjoy one of the best Caesar Salad in recent memory, as well as a delicious Mushroom Soup. However, the highlight had to be the Fish Of The Day. The phenomenal Crab Meat Stuffed NC Rainbow Trout had a wonderful saffron, tomato, and fennel broth with toasted fregola. I am quite shocked at how many good Italian restaurants are in this part of SC, but I am certainly thankful that my best option is not Olive Garden.

Wow. Vintage is well beyond their years. A local spot recommended. We took the bait. So glad we…read moredid. The BEST bourbon offering in 50 miles but please don't sleep on their food. Such a balance of people and personalities. All Of us felt welcome. Chicken tacos. Collard Greens on pizza. Who made those?? Erin did and she did it better than anyone you know

Not sure how to define it? I went to the bathroom and when I came out, the bartender ran my card…read morewith claims that I was "nodding off" at the bar. This place is now under new management. It was a little bit of a heated discussion, but I had no issues with leaving with a "Go F yourselves, and I will NEVER be back". If I offended someone while drinking my beers (Smithwick and Guiness), sucks to be then if that is all it takes to be "triggered". If being bored and trying to decide what I want next, or having to pee is enough to get kicked out...well, F@ck them!

Florence South Carolina provided a perfect Midway point while we were traveling between Washington…read moreDC and our trip back home to Florida. While staying at the Hyatt Place, we were happy to visit Town Hall restaurant which is directly diagonal across the street. The restaurant is very attractive and modern - it appears that Florence is going through somewhat of a Renaissance, and they are developing around some very nice hotels and restaurants, complemented by a small town feel. At this restaurant, there is apparently a rooftop bar/patio, we enjoyed the dining room instead. Our server, Lara quickly approached and offered drinks and some menu suggestions. We wanted to sample many things, so we ordered a number of appetizers rather than going with entrees. Some that I would highly recommend include the cornbread, the seared scallops, and the grilled chicken wings. We also enjoyed some shrimp skewers which were good / not great, and some calamari which is prepared very differently than we're accustomed to - if you do get the calamari, ask first about the preparation. This is a moderately priced restaurant, for us it was about $50 per person, you can certainly get reasonably priced entrees for less, and it may be quite a bit more for people who may be drinking. Since there is a full bar, it appeared that many tables were coming as much for the drinks as they were for the food. If you happen to be in the Florence, SC area, this is certainly a great choice with a beautiful dining area, wonderful service, great food, and a walkable and safe downtown area.

The ambiance was nice. The restaurant has a semi formal set up was perfect for the occasion. They…read moreaccommodated a party of 15 with relatively short notice. Pricey, for subpar food. The duck was extremely salty!! I mean tasted like they don't measure and had a bad taster. It was terrible. The calamari was the tiniest and saltiest appetizer I've ever seen for $15, The catfish had a bed of extra spicy, salty rice again with the salt. The collard greens were both too salty and too sweet. Cucumber salad had an unpleasant taste. The shrimp skewers, steak, burger, truffle fries, mashed potatoes and cornbread with guava butter and were seasoned well. I ordered the $49 filet mignon and my receipt showed a $54 charge, with not 1 side. The waitress dropped the birthday cake off and kept going. I asked if they would sing happy birthday she said no and walked off, extremely cold. They made us sort the $1027 bill out among 18 people, awful experience. Almost all of the group's food needed to go back bc of the salt overload, except the burgers, shrimp and steak. Definitely won't be returning.