The servers/staff were very helpful and nice. The gift shop is huge but sans some candy/baked goods, it ex,exactly that. A gift shop/ store. Not trying to be petty but you would think they would have more Hinkle's oriented merch. The food was not great. I get it I ordered a 20$ steak but, this thing was terrible. I ate a few bites and threw it out. The honey BBQ wings were very good though. Mac and cheese was mid grade. I got a tiny amount of fries and a small scoop of corn. This was taken off the bill but I didn't eat it or ask for another. Forgetaboutit.. 2 in the Hinkle's 3 in the stinkles.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 5
Vegas Blanchard
Has a great retro Americana vibe. Food is great, very filling. Desserts are amazing as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken and Waffles, Cake, Corn Fritters
Thomas Garner
I've had ice cream here once or twice. It's not that it was bad (it was very good), it's just that I miss Hinkle's Pharmacy. RIP pharmacy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Penny Beaverson
This is a wonderful restaurant that will take you back in time. The old-fashioned soda fountain and general store/gift shop are very quaint. Bright and open atmosphere, delicious food, and friendly staff will make your visit memorable. Easy access to Route 30 and located within walking distance to many local shops. We would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great place to relax and enjoy a delicious meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Ham & Cheese, Club Sandwich, Pie, Grilled Cheese, Hinkle Burger, French Fries, Gift Shop
K W (Saentis)
I love Hinkle's. It's a decent local place to get a good meal in a nice setting in the heart of downtown Columbia. The wait staff are always friendly and attentive. Portions are decent. Always a good variety of options, and you can get a great deal with their daily specials. I love their omelets for breakfast, the shifter sandwich for lunch, and the pulled ham for dinner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
sharon mcgrath
Great service with smiles! Decorated like a Hallmark movie!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eric Athey
I can honestly say I have never left this place hungry. Friendly service with large booths and counter seating.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Phyllis Gregor
Old fashioned ice cream sodas! Loved it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Todd Apple
Upon entering Hinkle's, I was taken in by how pretty the atmosphere was and how clean everything appeared. It really reminds me of an old-fashioned soda shop and even has a general store/gift shop.
The service was outstanding and although there seemed to be a lot of employees verses customers, they all were attentive and friendly. The food was very good. I had the grilled ham and cheese with lettuce, tomato and pickle and it was yummy. The fries are home cut and could use the recommended second frying to get crispy, but still nice enough.
I will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Ham & Cheese, Club Sandwich
Richard Dow
Clearly visible from the street. Free parking rear of building Handicap friendly parking lot and building (ramp rear entrance from parking lot)
Old school nostalgic decor renovated in 2017
Military Discount Active & Veteran
No credit card service fee
Hi chairs & Children's Menu
No Wifi
Private Party Room
No wait at the time of this visit
Large Restaurant
Counters for meals and counter for ice cream, sundaes, milkshakes, and more.
Tables and booth seating
Atmosphere comfortable and friendly 4 Stars
Service 4 Stars
Food: Grilled Boneless Pork Chops with stuffing, mashed potatoes (dry), and noodles 4 Stars Sirloin Beef Tips 3 Stars Portion size Average
Milk Shake old school 4 Stars
Note: This is no longer the awesome old dinner with a 5&10 and pharmacy attached. Now there is a gift shop and sweet shop attached.
The last two times I’ve been here, the food wasn’t as good as it has been in the past, especially the burgers. Not juicy at all like they used to be and switched to a rather tasteless roll. My husband said his Mac and cheese seemed greasy. The server also didn’t check on us as quickly as we would have liked. Not sure when we might be back. Had been going pretty regularly, but not with these experiences at the prices that are charged.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Don & Cheryl Wenger
Really cute restaurant, food was great and service was great also. Love the little gift shop also.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Toast, Gift Shop
Craig Wise
Good food in a pleasant atmosphere. The service was slooow but it was busy. Overall a solid lunch.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Jon Weaver
Always a quality experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Barb Patterson
Hinkle's has good food. The service has gotten very slow. Slower everytime we come. Not busy either. Last time coming here.
The servers/staff were very helpful and nice. The gift shop is huge but sans some candy/baked goods, it ex,exactly that. A gift shop/ store. Not trying to be petty but you would think they would have more Hinkle's oriented merch. The food was not great. I get it I ordered a 20$ steak but, this thing was terrible. I ate a few bites and threw it out. The honey BBQ wings were very good though. Mac and cheese was mid grade. I got a tiny amount of fries and a small scoop of corn. This was taken off the bill but I didn't eat it or ask for another. Forgetaboutit.. 2 in the Hinkle's 3 in the stinkles.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 5
Has a great retro Americana vibe. Food is great, very filling. Desserts are amazing as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken and Waffles, Cake, Corn Fritters
I've had ice cream here once or twice. It's not that it was bad (it was very good), it's just that I miss Hinkle's Pharmacy. RIP pharmacy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
This is a wonderful restaurant that will take you back in time. The old-fashioned soda fountain and general store/gift shop are very quaint. Bright and open atmosphere, delicious food, and friendly staff will make your visit memorable. Easy access to Route 30 and located within walking distance to many local shops. We would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great place to relax and enjoy a delicious meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Ham & Cheese, Club Sandwich, Pie, Grilled Cheese, Hinkle Burger, French Fries, Gift Shop
I love Hinkle's. It's a decent local place to get a good meal in a nice setting in the heart of downtown Columbia. The wait staff are always friendly and attentive. Portions are decent. Always a good variety of options, and you can get a great deal with their daily specials. I love their omelets for breakfast, the shifter sandwich for lunch, and the pulled ham for dinner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great service with smiles! Decorated like a Hallmark movie!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I can honestly say I have never left this place hungry. Friendly service with large booths and counter seating.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Old fashioned ice cream sodas! Loved it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Upon entering Hinkle's, I was taken in by how pretty the atmosphere was and how clean everything appeared. It really reminds me of an old-fashioned soda shop and even has a general store/gift shop.
The service was outstanding and although there seemed to be a lot of employees verses customers, they all were attentive and friendly. The food was very good. I had the grilled ham and cheese with lettuce, tomato and pickle and it was yummy. The fries are home cut and could use the recommended second frying to get crispy, but still nice enough.
I will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Ham & Cheese, Club Sandwich
Clearly visible from the street.
Free parking rear of building
Handicap friendly parking lot and building (ramp rear entrance from parking lot)
Old school nostalgic decor renovated in 2017
Military Discount Active & Veteran
No credit card service fee
Hi chairs & Children's Menu
No Wifi
Private Party Room
No wait at the time of this visit
Large Restaurant
Counters for meals and counter for ice cream, sundaes, milkshakes, and more.
Tables and booth seating
Atmosphere comfortable and friendly 4 Stars
Service 4 Stars
Food:
Grilled Boneless Pork Chops with stuffing, mashed potatoes (dry), and noodles 4 Stars
Sirloin Beef Tips 3 Stars
Portion size Average
Milk Shake old school 4 Stars
Note: This is no longer the awesome old dinner with a 5&10 and pharmacy attached. Now there is a gift shop and sweet shop attached.
Parking: Rear of building
Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp rear of building
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
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The last two times I’ve been here, the food wasn’t as good as it has been in the past, especially the burgers. Not juicy at all like they used to be and switched to a rather tasteless roll. My husband said his Mac and cheese seemed greasy. The server also didn’t check on us as quickly as we would have liked. Not sure when we might be back. Had been going pretty regularly, but not with these experiences at the prices that are charged.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Really cute restaurant, food was great and service was great also. Love the little gift shop also.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Toast, Gift Shop
Good food in a pleasant atmosphere.
The service was slooow but it was busy.
Overall a solid lunch.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Always a quality experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hinkle's has good food. The service has gotten very slow. Slower everytime we come. Not busy either. Last time coming here.
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