The server knowledge on wine, meat and cheese was exceptional, the cacio e pepe was extraordinary and the vibe harkens back the gilded age.Dietary restrictions: A few unique gluten free options like Korean fried chicken!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charcuterie Board, Cacio E Pepe
Hannah A.
If you're an eclectic person, this is your vibe. The finger food portions were good but not enough for a full stomach. Great wine choices and knowledgeable staff.
Mister South Carolina
I loved everything about it. Very classy!Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair ♿ Accessible
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meat and Cheese Board
Morgan Koziol
Love the Tuesday night wine flights!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charcuterie Board, Coconut Panna Cotta and Dessert Charcuterie
Dylan Baker
WOW. Cheese board had some of the best cheeses I’ve had. Cacio e Pepe was so soft and pillowy. Unbelievable!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Santravelz
Fantastic food and wine with friendly service. The housemade ricotta gnudi is a must order! They have Moscato D'Asti and a Brachetto/ Moscato blend if you prefer sweet wine.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
G. Oakden
Absolutely nothing but high praise! Food & wines all incredibly delicious - the recommended pairings are spot-on. Best charcuterie board in the Vista! Service was perfect - just attentive enough. Beautiful, cozy atmosphere. Thoroughly enjoyed & highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ananya M.
This place was amazing! It is small and has a classy hole in the wall feel. The service was super friendly and knowledgeable of the menu and cocktails/wines. The food however was the best part!!! The cacio e pepe was so dreamy. It literally felt like eating clouds. They use a ricotta gnocchi and make their ricotta in house so it's super smooth and creamy. It was so good we ended up getting a second order of it. The Korean fried chicken is also incredible and is comparable to the Korean fried chicken I've had at several Korean restaurants. This restaurant has a small menu and definitely feels like they do every dish extremely well. Will definitely be coming back. This place is by far the best place I've been to in Columbia.
Matt Tebbetts
Love coming to Lula for some of the finest food and service this industry has to offer. You won't find a more friendly staff that makes you feel right at home. The wine list is amazing. But the food, hospitality and vibe is over the top every time we go. I just can't stop thinking about the Korean Fried Chicken dish. The best!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charcuterie Board, Cacio E Pepe, Meat and Cheese Board, Gnocchi, KFC Korean Fried Chicken
Sarah D
Lula Drake has pretty much become a wine lover’s landmark in South Carolina. The locals are lucky to have it close to home, but those who make the drive know there’s no place like it. The ambiance and welcoming atmosphere draw you in from the start. The menu is so thoughtfully crafted, and the wine selection is unbeatable. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and happy to guide you to your perfect pour. Tim turns “going out for a glass of wine” into an experience. Definitely worth the trip!
I just learned that Lula is up for James Beard recognition and that last year it was also nominated for hospitality...which was jaw dropping to me.Those that know me, know that I don't like to complain and you also know that I LOVE GOOD FOOD and I LOVE GOOD WINE! So for me to take the time to write this, I have to have some serious concerns...which I do.I have been to this establishment three times (love their story/atmosphere) and after the third time of sub-par treatment, I made the decision to stay away.The final straw came at closing time one night recently during the holidays, when I was told that I could chug the remnants of my last glass of (expensive) Cab, or leave it, but they had someplace to be and were waiting to lock the doors.To be fair, it was 15 minutes past closing and everyone is entitled to a bad day; but the over-all treatment and attitude (over three visits) was not what I would expect out the "hospitable" type of business that they aspire to be -
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 1
Daisy Janet Hernandez
Cheese board and wine flight fantastic. Korean fried chicken was amazing. The sauce had some great heat to it. The vegan paacheri pretty good. They have a live band on Tuesdays and they were pretty good as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark Murphy
Lula Drake offers the best ambiance of any place we've been to in Columbia! Service is excellent, and background music volume is perfect for carrying on a conversation. Our new favorite!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delaney Morgan
Great wine selection with recommended pairings on the menu. A few custom food options thoughtfully put together and pasta specials always
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lauren King
I feel comforted just walking in. Food is always on point, and don’t even get me started on their wine selection! They get busy, but I’ve never had a problem getting a spot. Love, love,
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charcuterie Board, Cacio E Pepe, Meat and Cheese Board
The server knowledge on wine, meat and cheese was exceptional, the cacio e pepe was extraordinary and the vibe harkens back the gilded age.Dietary restrictions: A few unique gluten free options like Korean fried chicken!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charcuterie Board, Cacio E Pepe
If you're an eclectic person, this is your vibe. The finger food portions were good but not enough for a full stomach. Great wine choices and knowledgeable staff.
I loved everything about it. Very classy!Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair ♿ Accessible
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meat and Cheese Board
Love the Tuesday night wine flights!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charcuterie Board, Coconut Panna Cotta and Dessert Charcuterie
WOW. Cheese board had some of the best cheeses I’ve had. Cacio e Pepe was so soft and pillowy. Unbelievable!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fantastic food and wine with friendly service. The housemade ricotta gnudi is a must order! They have Moscato D'Asti and a Brachetto/ Moscato blend if you prefer sweet wine.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely nothing but high praise! Food & wines all incredibly delicious - the recommended pairings are spot-on. Best charcuterie board in the Vista! Service was perfect - just attentive enough. Beautiful, cozy atmosphere. Thoroughly enjoyed & highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place was amazing! It is small and has a classy hole in the wall feel. The service was super friendly and knowledgeable of the menu and cocktails/wines. The food however was the best part!!! The cacio e pepe was so dreamy. It literally felt like eating clouds. They use a ricotta gnocchi and make their ricotta in house so it's super smooth and creamy. It was so good we ended up getting a second order of it. The Korean fried chicken is also incredible and is comparable to the Korean fried chicken I've had at several Korean restaurants. This restaurant has a small menu and definitely feels like they do every dish extremely well. Will definitely be coming back. This place is by far the best place I've been to in Columbia.
Love coming to Lula for some of the finest food and service this industry has to offer. You won't find a more friendly staff that makes you feel right at home. The wine list is amazing. But the food, hospitality and vibe is over the top every time we go. I just can't stop thinking about the Korean Fried Chicken dish. The best!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charcuterie Board, Cacio E Pepe, Meat and Cheese Board, Gnocchi, KFC Korean Fried Chicken
Lula Drake has pretty much become a wine lover’s landmark in South Carolina. The locals are lucky to have it close to home, but those who make the drive know there’s no place like it. The ambiance and welcoming atmosphere draw you in from the start. The menu is so thoughtfully crafted, and the wine selection is unbeatable. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and happy to guide you to your perfect pour. Tim turns “going out for a glass of wine” into an experience. Definitely worth the trip!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charcuterie Board, Pierogi, Angela Negros 'Vino Blanco' & Pickled Peach Salad, Crepes
Restaurantji Recommends
I just learned that Lula is up for James Beard recognition and that last year it was also nominated for hospitality...which was jaw dropping to me.Those that know me, know that I don't like to complain and you also know that I LOVE GOOD FOOD and I LOVE GOOD WINE! So for me to take the time to write this, I have to have some serious concerns...which I do.I have been to this establishment three times (love their story/atmosphere) and after the third time of sub-par treatment, I made the decision to stay away.The final straw came at closing time one night recently during the holidays, when I was told that I could chug the remnants of my last glass of (expensive) Cab, or leave it, but they had someplace to be and were waiting to lock the doors.To be fair, it was 15 minutes past closing and everyone is entitled to a bad day; but the over-all treatment and attitude (over three visits) was not what I would expect out the "hospitable" type of business that they aspire to be -
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 1
Cheese board and wine flight fantastic. Korean fried chicken was amazing. The sauce had some great heat to it. The vegan paacheri pretty good. They have a live band on Tuesdays and they were pretty good as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lula Drake offers the best ambiance of any place we've been to in Columbia! Service is excellent, and background music volume is perfect for carrying on a conversation. Our new favorite!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great wine selection with recommended pairings on the menu. A few custom food options thoughtfully put together and pasta specials always
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I feel comforted just walking in. Food is always on point, and don’t even get me started on their wine selection! They get busy, but I’ve never had a problem getting a spot. Love, love,
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charcuterie Board, Cacio E Pepe, Meat and Cheese Board