Our go-to for a quick, no-fuss meal out with the kids when we want something better than fast food…read more A few years ago, they remodeled this Columbia location into an order-at-the-counter setup, and it does make it easy when we want to get in and out quickly, or if we want to meet up with friends, order separately, and find a seat. Very friendly staff and always patient and understanding with my kids when they have special requests. The food is good. Guacamole is fresh, and they have all of the dishes and combos you would expect to see. Good margaritas by the glass or pitcher and all the chips. (I think the rice is one of the saltier things on the menu - I'm thirsty in the middle of the night if I order it...) For something different, try the torta sandwich! They also cater- a friend ordered from here for one of their parties, and the food was great. Everyone could make their own combinations with steak or chicken and all of the sides. Something to keep in mind!

Pleasantly surprised! Nice size parking lot in strip mall. Once inside, find a place to sita and…read morewhen ready to order you have to go up to the front. They will bring the food/drinks out to you. The waitress will come by and ask if you need anything else during your meal. Food and drinks were great! Looked clean inside. I will definitely go back.

This place was really hoppin' when a large group of us stopped in after an event nearby. They…read moreopened up a back room for us, which was good (to get seated), but lacking in any nice atmosphere. The service was good, especially considering how busy they were. My Chicken Club Sandwich was pretty hefty and also tasty. I liked that they offer cottage cheese as a side. Had a cocktail too (vodka and lemonade) and enjoyed it. Overall, not a bad place to get a meal.

We are always looking for somewhere new to visit so we headed to the small town of Maeystown IL…read more Stopped off for a quick bite at Hank & Lilly's Creekside. I got the buffalo chicken wrap and he got the chipotle chicken wrap. Food was good and reasonably priced. Service was a little slow and not overly friendly but the barmaid was working all by herself and had a busy day. We sat outside, enjoyed our lunch and got to meet a couple of the locals. It's your typical bar with food but with a variety of options.

Second time I've eaten here, the bartender is HOT AS BALLS!!!!…read more The best waitress I have ever seen dealing with the bar and waiting tables at the same time.

Great place for a cold drink, the margaritas are great. The burgers are terrific. The waitress was…read morefantastic. Service was super fast and food was hot. Great place for a drink and a meal.

Love the service, the ambience and the food is amazing. We are always excited to take our out of…read moretown family there.

This was our 3rd or 4th time to this establishment and unfortunately it did not meet expectations…read morelike our previous visits. There is almost always a wait but tonight we got seated pretty quick. The menu has quite a bit to choose from and unfortunately I feel like the prices have gone up and the quantity doesn't match what you are paying for. I ordered the fried shrimp. I asked for fries instead of the rice & beans. For $17.50 I'm expecting 8-10 shrimp...I got 5. They gave me the rice & beans and when they brought out the missing fries, they were stone cold. I was informed that since I didn't get the fries originally there, would be no substitution charge and that the rice & beans were on the house. My husband ordered the jambalaya entree that came with cornbread and a salad. Cornbread was a sliver but it appears he had the best meal of the night. Our friends ordered the chicken sandwich and it came with stone cold fries. The other ordered a burger that came without the cheese he requested (then was charged for asking for it) and stone cold fries. All fries were discarded and fresh ones brought out after awhile. 1 out of the 4 meals ordered was the only thing that turned out right. I kinda expected an apology or something for all the issues with our meals but nothing. The company we had was great. The dining experience was a let down.

The Food is always amazing but today I decided to get an adult beverage and I bit off more than I…read morecould chew. I wanted a drink to pass time and I thought a small or medium wouldn't have done it for me. I chose violence and went with the Large and I had no idea they were gonna bring a tub of frozen goodness. That Frozen Mango Margarita was sensational. It was only $16 and it was a one and done type of situation. It made me want to say Sí Señor to everything. 10/10 highly recommend.

Came here after doing some back.to.school shopping. We got seated right away. Even though they were…read morebusy. Im shocked how much just coke products and regular drinks cost 3.50 now =/ we had good service. Food was good and we loved the salsa Parking lot is not the best. It's a shared lot with other stores. They has some outdoor front patio seating. The ladies restroom needs some tlc to the handicap doors its very hard to.lock and not good with only having two stalls.

Graphite was a wonderful surprise and a standout dining experience in Columbia. I love that the…read morerestaurant's name is a nod to the building's history as a former schoolhouse, which now beautifully houses both the Principal Hotel and Graphite. Both feel like elevated, unexpected gems in a small town. I ordered the fried chicken dinner with the half chicken portion, and it was absolutely delicious. The chicken was juicy and flavorful with perfectly crispy, crunchy skin. The service was excellent, and our waitstaff was friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout the evening. The restaurant itself was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed. The restrooms were also spotless and well maintained. It is clear that a lot of care goes into every aspect of the guest experience. My only minor criticism is the size of the drink glasses. Once ice is added, there is not much room left for the actual beverage. My parents found themselves needing refills more frequently than they typically would at other restaurants. It was not a major issue, but slightly larger glasses might make things more convenient for both guests and staff. Overall, we had a fantastic experience and will definitely be back. Graphite is a true hidden gem that offers great food, excellent service, and a unique atmosphere.

Service was good but bartender should have seen that we eat very little of the food and left the go…read morecontainer because neither one of us wanted to take it home and throw it away.... Being observant is part of great service... ambiance has a lot to come desired way to many young teenage girls running around...not what I'd expect for a couple of drinks and $100 tab! Been there three times drinks are always good but the food has been subpar every time! Had three appetizers stuffed portabella mushrooms I'd give a 3 no taste, Mac and cheese bites dry and tasteless a 2 (bought some at schnucks a few weeks ago and they were much better) the steak skewers maybe a 2.5 had so much what they called pesto which looked and tasted like wet grass, once we removed the wet grass the steak was over cooked but well seasoned... My suggestion would be to hire a new chef and decide a direction or speciality focus (Italian, American or gastro pub and stick with it! Sorry but third strike you're out, we won't be back! Until we hear you've made some major changes!

Great place! Greeted by owner out on the patio. He was the nicest guy. Food was delicious and more…read morethan we could eat. Atmosphere was perfect for an evening out. Highly recommend.

Delicious fish! Nightly specials! Delicious lunch specials for reasonable prices! Service is great…read moreand owner is always around to make sure you get everything you need!! Excellent Bloody Marys

Good food and service. We meet here after placing flags at Jefferson Barracks for Memorial Day…read more Nice for kids and adults hot and tired.

Developed food poisoning immediately after dining here. Husband saw bugs in bathroom.read more