28 Best Cocktail Bars in Columbia

“The Hollow is always a tremendous experience from start to finish. From making the reservation to the impeccable service, everything is handled with care and professionalism. Our server, Fletcher, was fantastic, attentive, knowledgeable and perfectly timed with every course. The execution of the food, the hospitality, and the overall atmosphere are consistently outstanding. Chris, the owner, is unbelievably kind and attentive, making guests feel genuinely welcomed. It's clear that a lot of pride goes into every detail. Truly a one-of-a-kind dining experience that we look forward to every time. Thank you again The Hollow SC for making our date night so special.“

“I had a really great dinner here. It's not very often than that. I finish everything on my plate but this was a great meal. It was the blackened salmon and rice and it was seasoned perfectly.

I had the fudge for dessert and that was really less than what I thought it would be.“

“Pam is, without a doubt, the best person ya ever wanna meet! highly recommend!“

“The food, service, and atmosphere was off the chain!!! Great place to eat and hangout!!!“

“I love this venue for any occasion. It's spacious and elegant for a small or medium size event. I love the fact that the kitchen and counter space are separated by a wall and two double swinging doors to hide the workings of the kitchen.“

“I love Breakfast and discovering Ruby Sunshine was the best thing! The pancakes are Fluffy, the Loaded tots was out of this world and I order it every time! The Staff is really pleasant and lovely! Linda and the rest of the Crew were awesome! I haven’t really tried their cocktail but i will soon!“

“If your are looking for a nice laid back spot that is different from the norm yes this is it. Yet the food is amazing, best philly and wings I can think of. I’m a country boy and they even have hotdogs one they the best in town.“

“PERFECT LOVED IT“

“My cousin and I visited on Black Friday. The bartenders were great and the vibes were on point. The lounge itself is so cute. Anna poured amazing drinks and kept the music flowing. The food... the food... Terrible! We both had the Ribeye and they were burnt and chewy.. How they managed that on a medium rare cook is beyond me. My caesar was good, but I doubt I'd ever order food from here again. I will definitely return for good drinks and vibes though.“

“Our server was polite and professional. The food was excellent. I liked the vegetable linguine. My husband said the shrimp and grits were very good. Portions were a good size also. We don't drink much alcohol, so we liked the variety of non-alcoholic beverages.“

“Stopped from out of town to enjoy a nice dinner and would come back 10 more times. Our waiter was quick and friendly, our bar drinks were delicious and the food was the star. Pork Rinds, meatloaf, catfish & grits + kids meals. So happy we popped in.“

“We are from out of town visiting and wanted to try something new. We had a child with celiac so that can be difficult. This place had amazing servers and amazing food!! Def recommend for food and atmosphere!!“

“We absolutely love the food and wonderful drinks here! The staff is amazing thank you Goats! We always have the best time here!“

“Green’s is always great, and this location on Garners Ferry is no exception! It’s not quite as big as some of the other Green’s stores I’ve been to, but they still have any and every alcoholic beverage you could ask for. On the beer side, they have all the major imported, domestic, and IPA beers, as well as an excellent selection of local craft beers to go alongside them. On the spirits side, they have an equally impressive selection of wines (one of which my friend couldn’t find anywhere else) and liquors, to include every generic and/or high-dollar item that you’re looking for. Overall, I’ve always loved Green’s, and I’m happy to see that this location on Garners Ferry is up to snuff with the rest of them!“

“This is a very sexy venue with upscale delicious menu and stunning cocktails. The service is always on point, in fact most of the bar staff even remembers my name and favorite drink! I have never had a bad experience here and recommend this place to anyone who enjoys impeccable service and quality cusine.“

“This is a great spot for date night. We ordered the Crispy Roll Super Crunch, Pad Thai noodles with chicken, and a mango summer roll. The Pad Thai and the sushi were both excellent, fresh, flavorful, and well prepared. The atmosphere was pleasant and relaxed, making it an enjoyable place to sit, talk, and take your time with the meal. We would definitely come back.“

“Celebrated my 61st birthday there.We had an awesome time ‼️“

“The food is very good! love this place.“

“I love the Sparkleberry location. Great food and drinks are amazing! Fun for family time. Great for all ages. My kids and grandkids really enjoy the atmosphere and employees are simply delightful. Making sure food is hot and drinks are filled. Birria tacos and Elotes are my favorite! They are a must get when you come! And look for Julian! He will make sure you have everything you need for a great night! This guy is the best server!!“

“If you’re looking for a fun and surprisingly impressive night out in Columbia, you should definitely check out The Joint on Main Street on karaoke night. I went on a Wednesday with my brother, and honestly, we were blown away by the talent. Some of the people getting up to sing sounded like they belonged on The Voice — seriously that good. 🎤

At one point my brother leaned over to me and said, “This is amazing… do you think it’s the microphone making them sound that good?” I laughed and told him, “Nope… just wait. Someone will get up there who’s here more for the fun than the vocals and you’ll see the difference.” Sure enough, a little while later someone hopped up to sing just for the laughs, and my brother looked at me and said, “Oh… it’s definitely not the microphone!” 😂

The venue itself is on the smaller side, which actually makes it even better. The atmosphere is relaxed, the crowd is friendly, and people really engage with each other. You can even go alone and not feel alone for long because everyone is so welcoming and chatty.

Great music, lots of laughs, and a genuinely good time. Highly recommend stopping by on a Wednesday night if you’re in Columbia!“

“servicio y frescura en los productos,“

“delicioso y fantastico buen servicio y muy bonito lugar lo recomiendo“

“absolutely amazing owner and service, u don't even sing and had a great time.“

“What a neighborhood treasure. The owner is passionate about her establishment, customers are her family and gives back to her community. Great place with incredible people. Thank you for the hospitality.“

“Frank was amazing. Very friendly and high energy. We came at 9:15 and were the only ones seating in the hibachi area. He came out and gave a show like it was a full room. Very friendly and not too much. Allowed us space to talk and enjoy dinner as well. He made our night. Food was amazing and fresh. Tried this different style of noodles and was pleasantly surprised.“

“Today was my first time going, but it definitely won't be my last. This is not your typical restaurant, so expect that.... but great vibes.. great music.. good food.. love the Mimosas... Go try it out‼️“

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