#1

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

Saluda's Restaurant American, Continental, Southern, Brewery/Pub/Tavern 751 Saluda Ave., Columbia (803) 799-9500  I finally tried Saluda's after hearing about how good it is from several friends in my office. I was not disappointed! The ambience was amazing from the start. I loved the tall ceilings, wooden floors and the low lighting. It had a very cosmopolitan ...

#3

BAAN Sawan Thai Bistro Thai 2135 Devine Street, Columbia (803) 252-8992  The ignorance of the first reviewer astounds me. The owners of Baan Sawan put more care into every dish than in any other restaurant I have ever been to. It has a great, intimate atmosphere, engaging staff and incredible food. What are you looking...

#4

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...

#5	Cici's Pizza Pizzeria 141 Pelham Drive, Columbia (803) 776-8900  This CiCi's is the absolute best! The pizza is exceptionally good at this location and there is a new guy who started working there...super sexy...who takes your plates away ;) Leave this guy good tips, he is awesome!

#6	Melting Pot Restaurant American, Fondue, Casual/Family 1410 Colonial Life Boulevard West, Columbia (803) 731-8500  Special occasion type of place.Food and service are excellent. Fondue dining at its best. I recommend it. Make a reservation or be turned away at the door.

#7	Chen's Chinese Restaurant I at Polo Plaz Chinese 9810 Two Notch Road, Columbia (803) 699-6500  Great food, low prices, speaks good english and gets it right every time!!

#8

Thai Lotus Thai 612 Saint Andrews Road, Columbia (803) 561-0006  Thai Lotus has had a recent overhaul with their service, and it is EXCELLENT! My family and I have been dining at Thai Lotus for 12 years. The past couple of years their service had become slow, but their wonderful food was worth the wait. Now, with ...