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- OoliverVIPSouth Carolina •12 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoMy son and I dined for brunch. The waitstaff were awesome and made us feel very special. The space was so unique, and the menu all looked great. He had the PB&J French toast, and I think they have ruined him now for my normal French toast. I had the hanger steak. It was prepared very well and was tasty, but I think it would have gone better with something to make it seem more "brunch-worthy. All in all, one of the best brunch experiences we have had downtown. We will be back!! The space looked like it would be tons of fun for live music and maybe if their brunch get busier they would consider a little Sunday brunch music!!More infoProhibition - ColumbiaPrice: Expensive• American• Columbia•4.4
- CCynthiaAtlanta Metro •1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoExceptional service and food, from reception to table. This was a quick trip to Columbia- ate lunch and dinner there and both were excellent. Justin at lunch service was a standout, very kind and helpful. What a nice surprise for a chain restaurant!More infoRuth's Chris Steak House - ColumbiaPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Columbia•4.2
- DDeeDeeSouth Carolina •1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoIt wasn’t very busy tonight but mist nights are and require a reservation. So I would do it just in case and make your life easier. Plus parking can be a challenge. Food was great as always!More infoCalifornia Dreaming - Columbia - Priority SeatingPrice: Moderate• American• Columbia•4.5
- HHaigSouth Carolina •16 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoHad a business dinner here. Arrived 30 mins late and they didn’t bat an eye. Out server told us right up front he was new but would get us an answer we needed if didn’t know. The pork cheeks and the fried green tomatoes were both exceptional. Each of us had a different entree; pork chop, lamb shank and grouper special and every plate was empty. My gutsy visit there and not my last. All prices were more than fair. Highly recommend.More infoSaluda'sPrice: Moderate• American• Columbia•4.9
- AAshlynnSouth Carolina •1 review5.0Dined on Dec 30, 2024Boku is THE spot! Workers show they care and are the sweetest! And does not hurt the wallet!! Things I would recommend: PORK NOODLES: amazing! something new that i’ve never tried but definitely hit all my cravings. GENERAL BOB CHICKEN: this is definitely my favorite thing they serve, the chicken taste so fresh and so real, and a side of fried rice makes it even better. This would be on my death row meal! SPICY NOODLES: so delicious, but definitely do not buy if you can’t handle the heat, my boyfriend was in tears… lol. but i devoured with love! PEACHES AND CREAM YAZU: not sure if that’s the exact name but this dessert will make you feel like grandmas hugging you! i still dream about the next day ill see this dessert! Overall this place is top tier, the atmosphere is beautiful, the food is yummy, and the prices are accurate! They are inclusive and accommodating! I LOVE BOKU!!More infoBoku- ColumbiaPrice: Moderate• Asian• Columbia•4.3
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