Best Lunch Restaurants in Columbia

10 restaurants available nearby

1. Kao Thai Cuisine

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Thai • Columbia

Booked 12 times today

Our menu offers modern Thai eats that are commonly found on the streets of Bangkok as well as a mix of creative pan-Asian and Asian-American fusion dishes that are fresh and exciting. With a rotating menu of specials, we hope to continuously bring new flavors and dishes to the Main Street District!

2. Boku- Columbia

4.3

Awesome(275)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Columbia

Booked 11 times today

At Boku Kitchen and Saloon, you can be sure you are receiving only the highest-quality meals with the freshest ingredients possible. We pride ourselves on not serving our customer's pre-made food. We make everything from scratch, including our noodles, salads, crab rangoon, calamari, soups, cocktails, and more! All our food is made-to-order. You won’t be able to find quality like this elsewhere!We want to make your time at our restaurant as enjoyable as possible. Therefore, at Boku Kitchen and Saloon, you can trust that we will provide you with a made-from-scratch meal paired with the best cocktails, sake, wine, and craft beer you will find in Columbia, SC.Our team is excited to serve you, your family, and your friends' delicious meals and beverages. See you soon!

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3. Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse - Columbia

4.6

Exceptional(1622)

Price: Expensive

• Brazilian Steakhouse • Columbia

Booked 27 times today

Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse is an unique, all you can eat “Churrascaria” featuring a full Salad Bar with over 30 items, 6 Hot Dishes and a “parade” of 16 USDA Prime cuts of beef, chicken, pork and lamb sliced at your table by our Gauchos. Along with a full bar, we have a beautiful walk-in wine cellar with fine selection of wines from Argentina, Chile, California and our Brazilian Flavored Martini Menu. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience!

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4. California Dreaming - Columbia - Priority Seating

4.5

Awesome(2545)

Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 108 times today

Located in downtown Columbia, SC, inside the historic 1902 Union Station, California Dreaming welcomes guests with its vibrant and inviting atmosphere. The restaurant's floor-to-ceiling windows offer a picturesque view of the rail tracks, stretching from the inactive platform to the main terminal. Paired with our hearty, made-from-scratch menu, it's no wonder California Dreaming has been a beloved local institution since 1984. Open for lunch and dinner daily, including online ordering with curbside pickup.Celebrating 40 years, California Dreaming has been a valued part of the Columbia community. Union Station, its historic home, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.**We provide Advance Priority Seating to reduce wait times and expedite the seating process when your entire party arrives. To ensure the best experience for all guests, we seat groups of up to 8. While larger groups are seated separately, this arrangement is flexible during quieter hours.

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5. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Columbia

4.2

Awesome(2811)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Columbia

Booked 49 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House serves the finest aged, corn-fed USDA Prime beef. Broiled in a trademark 1,800° oven & served on a plate heated to 500 degrees, your steak is presented sizzling hot at your table.Additionally, the menu includes select fresh seafood & other meat entrees, including seasonal specialties like foie gras, buffalo strip & scallops. A variety of fresh-cooked vegetables, including seven kinds of potatoes, salads, homemade desserts & an extensive selection of over 100 domestic & imported wines complete your dining experience. Ruth's Chris never fails to please!

6. Top of Carolina

4.7

Exceptional(98)

Price: Expensive

• American • Columbia

Booked 10 times today

Embark on a culinary adventure unlike any other as you ascend to the pinnacle of indulgence at the Top of Carolina rotating restaurant for Sunday brunch. Nestled high above the cityscape, our panoramic views are only rivaled by the sumptuous spread awaiting your arrival. As you sip on mimosas and bask in the morning sunlight, let the world below become a mere backdrop to the feast unfolding before you.From the first bite of freshly baked pastries to the last sip of artisan coffee, every detail is meticulously curated to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your brunch experience to new heights. Indulge in a symphony of flavors, from savory classics to inventive culinary creations, all while being gently spun around to witness the ever-changing landscape below.Join us at the Top of Carolina, where Sunday brunch isn't just a meal—it's an unforgettable journey through taste and sight, leaving you with memories as delightful as the dishes themselves.

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7. Iron Hill Brewery - Columbia, SC

4.4

Awesome(395)

Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 17 times today

Welcome to Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, where you'll find fine handcrafted beers, creative yet informal cuisine, and friendly, attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere.

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8. Publico Kitchen & Tap - Igloo Parties Only

4.8

Exceptional(97)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Columbia

Booked 4 times today

IGLOO POLICY:We have a 10 min grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 10 min after your reservation time. We may contact you about this reservation, so please ensure your email & phone number are up to date. For parties of 1-2 there is a $35 per person food & beverage minimum required to reserve your igloo. For parties of 3 or more there is a $25 per person food & beverage minimum required to reserve your igloo. Children 8 years old and younger are not included in this minimum. There is no minimum on weekdays until 4:00pm.Publico offers Latin-Asian inspired cuisine combined with craft beer & craft cocktails. We are committed to delivering fresh, made-from-scratch tacos, ramen, burgers, salads, cocktails & more. We are committed to supporting our neighbors & offering you, our guests, a fresh, made-from-scratch, made-to-order meal accompanied by some of the best craft beers, cocktails & wine!

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9. Red Lobster - Cayce

3.8

Excellent(12)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Columbia

Red Lobster welcomes you by offering PRIORITY SEATING to reduce your wait time in the restaurant, so you can spend more time doing the things you love. Or, come enjoy a drink at our bar and a Tasting Plate while you wait. Red Lobster is the world's largest and most loved seafood restaurant company, offering high quality, freshly-prepared seafood, sourced in a way that is traceable, sustainable and responsible. We offer lunch and dinner daily, featuring classics like our Ultimate Feast®, Garlic Shrimp Scampi and Parrot Isle Jumbo Coconut Shrimp, and feature limited time flavors and preparations during events like Lobsterfest®, Crabfest® and Endless Shrimp®. And, who can resist our famous warm and cheesy Cheddar Bay Biscuits®? To learn more visit www.redlobster.com

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10. Columbo's at DoubleTree by Hilton

4.0

Excellent(76)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Columbia

We have developed, evolved, and refined the restaurant over the past 5 years. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day of the year; our aim is to serve the metropolitan Columbia, SC community as well as hotel guests.

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TrippVIP
South Carolina •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent service in a lovely setting. Made us feel very special while celebrating a birthday. Highly recommend
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Ruth's Chris Steak House - ColumbiaPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Columbia
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4.2
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Tracy
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great atmosphere, clean and food was great. Portions were great size.
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California Dreaming - Columbia - Priority SeatingPrice: Moderate• American• Columbia
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4.5
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Ashlynn
South Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Boku 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!!
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Boku- ColumbiaPrice: Moderate• Asian• Columbia
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4.3
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Shawn
South Carolina •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 Dec 2024
Corn ribs??? You bet! These are a must have. And ask for extra napkins. Just saying…..
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Kao Thai CuisinePrice: Expensive• Thai• Columbia
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4.5
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Gary
South Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined on 28 Dec 2024
Had a very good experience. Everyone was so nice. Our server Hannah was awesome and made the visit more pleasant. The food was absolutely delicious.
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Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse - ColumbiaPrice: Expensive• Brazilian Steakhouse• Columbia
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4.6

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Kao Thai Cuisine

2. Boku- Columbia

3. Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse - Columbia

4. California Dreaming - Columbia - Priority Seating

5. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Columbia

6. Top of Carolina

7. Iron Hill Brewery - Columbia, SC

8. Publico Kitchen & Tap - Igloo Parties Only

9. Red Lobster - Cayce

10. Columbo's at DoubleTree by Hilton

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