48 Best Burger Restaurants in Columbia

“good service n better burgers“

“Very good food and service!“

“Got a Chiken Biscuit, Chili Cheese Hot Dog, and a Large Sweet Tea.
Food is pretty good and the people there are rather nice.
The prices are rather very affordable as where most would charge your more money for the same things.

Would Highly Recommend trying them out for yourself.

Good Breakfast and Lunch.“

“I will say, this place had some of the best chicken I've ever had, customer service wasnt amazing, not the worst, but I was there during the lunch rush so is understanding.. but that chicken was so good, ide deal with really bad service to get some more!“

“We always enjoy a great burger here, and they even have gluten free buns! Customer service is fantastic! The wait staff is polite, informative, and give just the right amount of service... and not hovering. Each time we have eaten here, the manager checks in with us to make sure everything is as it should be. Perhaps it was the last time we ate here, I happened to forget an unusual drinking cup. I was totally surprised when today the waitress saw I had a similar one with me and inquired if I might have left one behind. They kept it safe for a few weeks and returned it to me! #10+ for that service!“

“Went this past Sunday. First of all the restaurant is so nice and clean. Staff was very freindly and nice. Food was amazing and they got it to us fast. Will return.“

“i’m from North Carolina. I’ve never been to one of these places to eat and went today and I give them a 98% overall… Its all good 98% over all…“

“Enjoyed my first visit ! Food, Atmosphere & Service was Awesome! My only downside was price, but times we are living so can’t fault them on this. I’d definitely go back“

“Erica did an excellent job serving us. She greeted us, brought us our menus, and took our drink orders right away. She also was patient and gracious with us adding and making changes to our orders. She took our orders when we were ready and brought our food right away. The food was delicious too. We were thankful to have such a courteous and accommodating waitress. Erica did an outstanding job.“

“We stopped by Rush's in Columbia SC on the way home to Greenville SC from Charleston SC. This was a great little spot for a good burger and friendly staff clean restaurant 😀 03/29/2026“

“Have not been in a couple of years, tried it again and it was terrible! Burnt patties, gross.“

“Step into the past, with swivel chairs, analog menus, and a handwritten order, and enjoy your time at Rush's. The food absolutely fantastic, for a fast food restaurant. The entire experience was absolutely incredible.
You have so much variety in this menu that you can eat almost anything you want, or at least expect in fast food. They had hot dogs, hamburgers, fries, chicken, BBQ, and even dinners that you could take home.
I got to enjoy a chili cheese burger, and fries with coleslaw on the basket side. Let's just say adding the coleslaw, to the top of the burger was fantastic. Moreover, they had vinegar to put on your fries! And the peach milkshake was absolutely fabulous, and hit the spot on a hot day. I also got a chilly dog because of the 250th 4th of July celebration!
Going there just took me back in time, to a more simple and elegant experience, that is not corporate. The atmosphere reminded me of fast food, just back in the 90s. Go and experience their eclecticness for yourself. If they had one of these close to me in North Carolina, I would be a regular!“

“We just left and I was very impressed with the staff. They were extremely friendly and efficient. It is some of the best customer service I’ve received in quite some time. The restaurant was very clean. On top of that the food was delicious.“

“Today was my first time trying this place, and I walked in to pleasantry!! Ms. Bull's kindness and patience alone had me! I ordered a side of mac n cheese and the brisket with the ketchup based sauce! It was delicious!! And not only did Ms Bull bring to my car what I ordered, she held a small convo with me (much respected and like-minded) as I tasted the food! She also gave me some complimentary cake that was warm and moist! I'm not one to lie, I was most definitely satisfied!! I will be back again!! The wait time is worth it if you are looking for soul touching food !!“

“This was a veteran's appreciation meal. A lot of veteran's with family were there. The wait time was an hour. They kept me posted on where I was on the wait list which made the wait not difficult. Once at my table, the service was good and fast. The waitress was very polite and professional. The food was wonderful! The meal was complimentary; which allowed us to tip the waitress even more since her service was so professional.“

“Food and service always so great 😘“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Best burgers and hotdogs in the business!“

“Its Thursday week is almost over no one felt like cooking so we went to this location and got a family chicken deal... legs and thighs as well as fries and bread. Food is cooked fresh to order. The staff was very helpful enthusiastic and you could tell they were happy to be at work.“

“Hunter did an excellent job as our server. He was also bar tending. Hunter was efficient , personable and had a sense of humor! Black and Blue burger was excellent. Cooked as requested. Only disappointment was that there was no outdoor dining available.“

“My favorite place to go! Cozy vibes, and all ages. The staff is excellent! If you haven’t been, please do so. You won’t regret it!“

“The fries are the best, just like my Mom used to make❣️“

“The food and service is really good! Never been disappointed. Always delicious.“

“Went to this cookout while we were in town for Thanksgiving and all I can say is they were very pleasant. The general manager Darius definitely keeps the store up. The bathrooms were very clean and the dining area. There is nothing bad that I can say about the store and workers. The girl at the register was very pleasant. Compared to where I live there is a bunch of kids that have attitudes and seem like we are disrupting them. I highly recommend!“

“It had been a looong time since visiting a Five Guys because we moved out of country, but it was just as delicious as I remember. I had forgotten how big the serving of fries is though- lol! For 3 of us, we got 3 regular fries, but we should've gotten 1 to split 😁
The only downside was that there was some trash left on tables, and the floor was sticky in places. There were lots of people working, but only us and one other couple at another table.“

“Edit: My sincerest apologies. I thought was the Hardee's establishment in St Matthews as that was the one I visited 6 days ago. This Hardee's has good service. The order was ready when I got there and the employees there really get along well with each other. There was no address again when I did the review. Only when I got the reply.

We used theobile app to place an order. We got to the place and had to wait an additional 30 minutes in at the drive thru to get our order and the order was wrong. I don't know what happened to cause the wait to be so long, but it was pretty bad. So bad two cars behind us left. The car on front of us has to wait as well. Maybe they will get it together. But I more than likely will not be returning here.“

“We stopped by Rush's in Columbia SC on the way home to Greenville SC from Charleston SC. This was a great little spot for a good burger and friendly staff clean restaurant 😀 03/29/2026“

“The staff were incredible. Better than chick fil a. We have three kids and they were beyond kind to them despite them being toddlers and messy (and yes we try to clean up as much as possible after them) but it felt like the service was truly beyond what you would expect at any quick eatery. Will 100% return to this specific one, we’ve always loved Whataburgers in Florida but this one was truly one of a kind because of their staff.“

“I went for brunch today and had the most amazing time! The atmosphere was wonderful and the staff was on point!“

“great“

“Cook Out is a great option if you’re looking for affordable food and quick service. The pricing is hard to beat, and orders usually come out fast, which makes it especially convenient when you’re on the go. The food itself is solid and satisfying for the price.

That said, there can occasionally be mix-ups with orders, which keeps it from being a perfect experience.

Overall though, it’s a reliable spot for a quick, budget-friendly meal.“

“I love the eggs and steak and gravy“

“Kudos to Taryn (spelling) for giving us outstanding service today! If you haven’t had her as your server, you should request her!“

“The food was quick and good. The blueberry cheesecake shake was kind of amazing. Service was great; staff were polite. The only thing that might be off-putting was the religious music playing, but you’re in South Carolina. It’s just kind of a thing.“

“Awesome food at an awesome place. Great staff and atmosphere. I LOVE this place!“

“A laid back atmosphere for the grown & sexy plus great food.“

“I’ve been looking for a good wing spot since I left Atlanta. This spot is it! The food was fresh and delicious. The portion (and chicken wing) sizes are good as well. The service was friendly and fast. My family will definitely be back again!

Wheelchair accessibility: Easily accessible“

“The atmosphere was inviting and relaxing, the reception was warm, and the waiting time was short. The food was excellent overall, though it could have used a bit more salt. However, the flavors of the rice were rich enough that I hardly noticed the lack of salt. The wings were juicy and well-spiced. Overall, it was a great choice for lunch.“

“Jamie has the best Sonic in the Midlands. This Sonic offers a very friendly & courteous staff, quick service, 95% order accuracy, and always fresh tea!! I highly recommend this Sonic.“

“I had the divine pleasure of attending this heavenly establishment SIX years ago while in South Carolina. As I lay my head to rest in my New England town, I fall asleep to the thought of tasting their French fries one more time. Not a day has gone by in the past six years of my life that I haven’t dreamt of these absolutely delectable and mouthwatering sweet potato french fries drizzled ever so beautifully with sweet cinnamon sugar. I shed tears reminiscing the moment I put that first French fry in my mouth. I can only pray to have the satisfaction of tasting these scrumptious and succulent French fries again. I am considering driving 13 hours to have this angelic moment once more.“

“Cook Out is a go-to for quick, cheap eats that still hit the spot 🍔🥤 The service is usually fast, and it’s hard to beat the value for how much food you get.

Just be prepared for the lines - they can get pretty long later in the day or on weekends, especially during peak hours 🚗

If you catch it at the right time, it’s an easy win for a fast and affordable meal 👍“

“They forgot to toast my frisco“

“I'm there for the burgers all day every day I love them burgers“

“I regularly visit this place, the people are always friendly, including management, but there's one lady who comes on occasion, her name is Francheska Rodriguez, she is the life of that place that needs to be rewarded earnestly for a pay increase, there's never one time that I've been there to see her smiling face, she is definitely the difference maker I hope management does something to reward her. 🤩“

“The father and son who own this restaurant are always kind. Love the food.“

“We hadn’t had Applebee’s in YEARS but had a craving. It’s always been a nostalgic place for us. We ordered two burgers, wings and a dessert through UberEats and the food was SO good; as good as we remembered. Our order was accurate, fresh and tasty. It was also packaged nicely too and the restaurant included silverware. Which seems like a small thing but some places forget. Whatever this Applebee’s is doing, keep it up!“

“The gal took our order- not a problem there- but then she left - without giving us our cups or receipt- we had to ask 3 times for our cups- and then waited another 10 minutes (after already waiting at least 10 minutes) just to have them ask me what our order was- I told her- and she pulled our sandwiches off of the rack, put them on a tray and set the on the counter- then did the same for another tray- the food sat on that tray for 5 minutes - then she got around to getting our fries- unsalted, soggy - but at least hot- the sandwiches were ice cold and missing their cheese. We usually enjoy this place- but not now- Frisco Burgers ice cold without the cheese and inedible fries- very disappointing and a waste of 25.00-
Wanted to come on here and update- I was contacted by the manager - and after we spoke she very willingly offered to replace the meals - we went today and had absolutely no issues- the food was back up to it’s normal higher standard and we were very appreciative of the willingness to remedy the bad experience. Thank you Stephanie (manager) !“

“As soon as I walked i I was seated. The staff were really friendly. The food was cooked to a perfect temperature. The somlee came out mid course and asked if we'd like the house wine. 5 star meal at an affordable price. Only place i can get a gourmet meal and some virginia slims.will definitely be there again.“