Ambrosia Taverna

$$ • Greek, Mediterranean

Hours:
1734 Main St, Columbia
(803) 661-8111

About Ambrosia Taverna

Ambrosia Taverna offers a warm atmosphere with music, located in a great area. The restaurant's Greek cuisine has received mixed reviews, with some praising the dips and appetizers, while others find them disappointing and overpriced. The shrimp and scallops dish has also received criticism for being overpriced and not having enough scallops. However, the waitstaff is described as friendly and attentive. The bar tending service upstairs at night has received negative reviews for slow service. Recently, the restaurant has gained positive feedback from customers who enjoyed a great overall experience. The food is described as fantastic, with a wide range of Greek cuisine that goes beyond the usual, casual experience. Many guests praised the delicious food and generous portions, especially mentioning the lamb souvlaki platter and spanakopita. The atmosphere is lively with curated music, making it an ideal spot for celebrations or a special night out. Customers also appreciated the beautiful setting and the friendly, professional service that creates an upscale yet charming vibe. The owner, George Sembos, has made Ambrosia Taverna a popular place for gatherings, with some guests highlighting the exceptional orzo and Greek potatoes, which they found to be the best they've had. The salmon dish was also highly praised. Overall, despite some critiques, the combination of good food, lively atmosphere, and attentive service makes Ambrosia Taverna a recommended destination for memorable occasions.

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Ambrosia Taverna Reviews

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174 ratings
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Food
4.0
Atmosphere
4.5
Service
4.3

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Was at a reception for my granddaughter Oct. 18 and this restaurant and bar was great. The orzo was the best I have had, and the Greek potatoes were out of this world. I could have ate those two items and been very happy. My wife had the salmon, and she said it was great.

Went to a reception for my granddaughter on Oct. 18, 2025. This is a beautiful restaurant and bar. The bartenders were great. The food was even better. The orzo is the best I've had. The Greek potatoes were out of this world. I could make a meal out of the orzo and potatoes. I'm not a fish eater but my wife said the salmon was the best she has had.

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We had the most amazing experience planning my daughter’s wedding reception at Ambrosia Taverna! The event staff went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect — they were friendly, attentive, and professional from start to finish. The food was absolutely incredible, especially the salmon, which our guests are still talking about! Every detail was handled beautifully, and the evening couldn’t have been more special. Highly recommend...read full review

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Hours

Monday 11AM - 3PM
5:30 - 9:30PM
Tuesday 11AM - 3PM
5:30 - 9:30PM
Wednesday 5:30 - 9:30PM
11AM - 3PM
Thursday 11AM - 3PM
5:30 - 9:30PM
Friday 11AM - 3PM
5:30 - 10PM
Saturday 11AM - 3PM
5:30 - 10PM
Sunday 11AM - 3PM
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