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Saky Japanese Restaurant Japanese 4963 Fort Jackson Boulevard, Columbia (803) 787-5307  I've always been a lot skittish of trying raw fish or anything that seemed out of the ordinary to me but this restaurant is SO good I even mustered up the courage to try eel and LOVE it. They offer dishes for those who don't like seafood, but if you...

#2

Inakaya Sushi and Kappo Japanese Restaurant Japanese, Sushi Bar, Fast Food, Banquet/Party Room 655 Saint Andrews Road, Columbia (803) 731-2538  I have eaten Sushi all over SC and Inakaya's rates as the best by far. Ryo and Louis are a blast behind the counter and will drink saki or beer with you as you dine. Key items: Look for the daily specials on the board behind them (often they have i...

#3

Camon Japanese Restaurant Japanese, Fast Food, Catering 1332 Assembly Street, Columbia (803) 254-5400  Always a great experience with the food here and service. Ignore the negative reviews; this pplace is consistently rated as one of the best sushi restaurants in Columbia for a reason. My only complaint is their odd hours with hardly ever being op...

#4

Monterrey Mexican Restaurant Mexican, Fast Food 2219 Broad River Road, Columbia (803) 798-9055  The best Mexican restaurant in SC and I have tried many. I recommend "Mushroom Quesadilla", "Pollo Fundido", "Camaron al Ajo", "Quesadilla Mexicana". If you are REAL hungry or if there are 4 in your party, try "Parrillada for Two" with extra refrie...

#5

Zesto Forest Drive In 3239 Forest Dr, Columbia (803) 782-4454  Zesto's was quite possibly the most quintessential fast food experiences of my life. I order the double chicken breast snacker with a double order of fries with no coleslaw. The meal was amazing. I do not have words for how stunning it was to my t...