Spotted Salamander Cafe And Catering

1531 Richland St, Columbia
(803) 556-2197

Recent Reviews

Jared Magun

Always good.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Taylor Ann S.

Love love love!! There isn't a lot to say about this wonderful restaurant that hasn't already been said. The service was spectacular, the menu was excellent, prices weren't bad, and the food was stellar. The different salt and pepper shakers at every table set a cute aesthetic feeling, making the place feel homely. Everything there felt homemade, and nothing was giving defrosted. Even the pesto pasta felt homey. Can't wait to go back!!

J Vitterite

Wheelchair accessibility: Didn't see any

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salad

Heather Rhodes

We ordered catering for a board meeting. They made ordering very easy, delivered on time and set up, were extremely accomodating, provided all that was needed, and the food was perfect in every way. Completely worth every penny. We received an assortment of croissant sandwiches, pesto pasta salad, and truly amazing cookies.

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pecan Chicken Salad, Chicken Salad Sandwich

Forrest

One of my favorite lunch spots in town. The deviled eggs are a must and the specials never miss with regular menu items you can always count on. The perfect blend of comfort food and something unexpected with impeccable service to match. Don't forget to check the dessert case!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Special Burger, Spotted Salad, Friday Burger Day, Oatmeal Creme Pie

Rick T

Upscale southern food done right , open Monday through Friday. I highly recommend coming in different days of the week as the menu changes daily.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mac and Cheese, Special Burger, Daily Deviled Eggs, Pimento Cheese and Baguette, Chicken Baguette, Friday Burger Day, Brownie, Tomato Soup

Kezaira W.

Impressive service and delicious food! A delightful experience that's worth savoring. Highly recommended!

Pontheola Hall

I was visiting Columbia SC and had read and article abouf pimento cheese sandwich and I wanted to try it. And this was the only restaurant that was open today and serve it, after googling the address and finding the location was very disappointing that they was out of eggs.. order something else bills came to $33 and change had $35 in cash so gave him what I had on me without charging my card. Told him to keep change but he put the $2.charge back on the table and was told by the manager to get my change.. I also felt some kind of way because he had attitude at first.. I didn’t want to break another bill because I had spent more on lunch than I plan to but I was in town and wanted to try them for lunch.. I over spent but I want to try their food. So sorry that I didn’t have enough to make your day.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 1

Recommended dishes: Mac and Cheese

Angela Hicks

First time visitor today! It was everything we had heard about and more. We had the chicken sandwich of the day and I had the spotted salamander salad. Both were delicious! We topped it off with the buttercream cranberry cake which was amazing!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Walt C.

Been here a lot and always impressed with their latest offerings. Today was no exception. The sliced brisket sandwich was incredible! Best in Columbia for lunch. Hands down! Randy there is tops!

Angela Yong Sellers

Whether you are local or visiting Columbia, this is a fantastic lunch spot for amazing sandwiches, cakes and deviled eggs. Random I know but I’ve eaten there enough to know theres many great menu items to satisfy any palate. This place is also owned by a local family that actually works there and lives in our community. Great folks, great food. Highly recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Michelle

Overall, a cute little cafe. Very different variety of foods. I didn't try any of the sweets but will have to come back and try some

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

DC

We walked here from a tour. We were taken to an empty building and seated next to the storage area for cups and plates. The menu had few options and steep prices. We left and went to Pitas and had a wonderful experience!

Guadalupe D.

Yuk. They get really good ingredients but don't know how to prepare them. This used to be a superb place to eat but my last few meals here have been terrible. Last time I got a burger and took one bite and threw it out. It was greasy and had no flavor. The fries were good though. Not sure how they got nominated for a James Beard award. The service person was also argumentative and gaslit my friend about something they used to do but don't anymore. I won't be wasting my money here anymore. I'd have had a better meal at Burger King for half the price. I'm sorry this place has gone downhill in the past few years.

Baneeka Cummings-Daniels

Their food is always on point. No complaints from me at all. I ordered the wrap and the BLT pasta salad, which is my favorite.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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Spotted Salamander Cafe And Catering

1531 Richland St, Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 556-2197