Marco’s Guide to Columbia
Food scene
Great coffee shop to read, work, or chat with a friend. Friendly staff and an amazing vibe. I like to get an afternoon coffee here since it's close to home and work for me.
39 locals recommend
Indah Coffee
2238 Sumter StGreat coffee shop to read, work, or chat with a friend. Friendly staff and an amazing vibe. I like to get an afternoon coffee here since it's close to home and work for me.
This local restaurant is known for creative Southern creations and an amazing cocktail menu. The bartenders will treat you right. Dine here with your loved one or a group of friends.
42 locals recommend
The War Mouth
1209 Franklin StThis local restaurant is known for creative Southern creations and an amazing cocktail menu. The bartenders will treat you right. Dine here with your loved one or a group of friends.
If you're visiting on a warm night, then you can't beat drinks and dinner on the roof of Hendrix. Live music often pops up, and the vibe is always good.
23 locals recommend
Hendrix Restaurant
1649 Main StIf you're visiting on a warm night, then you can't beat drinks and dinner on the roof of Hendrix. Live music often pops up, and the vibe is always good.
A Peace of Soul Vegan Kitchen
2338 Main StSolid restaurant for anyone to try!
Looking for brunch or lunch? This joint is a must-visit. Always crowded on the weekends, you'd be smart to get there early for an amazing meal. Their biscuits are too good; the grits can't be passed up.
8 locals recommend
Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits
2430 Main StreetLooking for brunch or lunch? This joint is a must-visit. Always crowded on the weekends, you'd be smart to get there early for an amazing meal. Their biscuits are too good; the grits can't be passed up.
Sightseeing
Just 30 minutes away, this underrated National Park has beautiful forests and swamps. Bring bug spray and be on the lookout for birds, reptiles, and insects.
110 locals recommend
Congaree National Park
100 National Park RdJust 30 minutes away, this underrated National Park has beautiful forests and swamps. Bring bug spray and be on the lookout for birds, reptiles, and insects.
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
500 Wildlife PkwyIt makes a nice date spot!
This man-made lake plays host to all the water lovers and boaters on hot days.
51 locals recommend
Lake Murray
This man-made lake plays host to all the water lovers and boaters on hot days.
Neighborhoods
Hip night life and many restaurants. This neighborhood is fun at any time of day or night!
73 locals recommend
Five Points
Hip night life and many restaurants. This neighborhood is fun at any time of day or night!