Rarely am I blown away by a dining experience. We came for Sunday AYCE brunch. The food was fantastic and varied, with fresh coffee, sweet & unsweet tea, the works. Chef Kevin is a great conversationalist with some great stories and a legitimate cooking pedigree having worked for a Michelin-starred restaurant in London. The interior was aesthetically pleasing, clean, and organized. Let me reiterate, the food was EXCELLENT. I usually go on Google to give bad reviews, but this was a memorably exceptional meal and very affordably priced for AYCE. I'll add that the chicken pot pie was great, and I'm very picky with this dish as I feel I've mastered it. The chicken was nicely shredded, the gravy was made properly with cream, and the pastry was just perfect.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Pot Pie, Brunch Buffet, Berries & Cream Strudel, French Onion Soup
Τροία
A great experience, the food was amazingly great, I was welcomed as I entered, and told of the culture. The employees were polite and friendly, they reminded me of family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Alexis Goodro
The Strudel Shop was amazing in so many ways. The service was incredible, the moment we walked in they were so helpful and kind. We went on a weekend so we received there buffet and everything was so delicious! Highly recommend coming here.
Excellent service from Chef Kevin and another chief. He is really hospitable and talented and makes the atmosphere warm snd comfortable for customers. The food was good in buffet, and the fruit was very fresh.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Musical Euphoria
I can't say enough how much I love the strudels made at this place as well as the service provided. The owner is an incredible person and deserves as much praise to keep his business running. More people need to give this place a try. I had to visit one more time before moving out of Columbia. Magnifique.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fedora Nwachukwu
Seriously, go check it out. The strudels are delicious. The service is superb and the owner creates a fun welcoming atmosphere. Try their brunch on the weekend to try out different things at once.
Love the strudel and have been taking them to my family reunion. I can't reach them by phone to place my order. Last year I placed my order with a lady there while was having brunch a week or so before but when I went to get it they did not have my order so I had to wait until the ones cooking were ready. I would love one this year but not having luck getting through.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Erin Slack
Chef Kevin is the best! ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kathy Murray
This place is wonderful! Everything we ate was delicious. The owner is charming and greeted us as if we were invited guests in his home. Even played piano for us! We will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thomas Thompson
Chef Kevin invited us in for a private brunch. The food was very good and he gave us a full show of his cooking and piano playing. He is truly talented. Thanks for the wonderful experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Apple Strudel with Cream Cheese, Berries & Cream Strudel, Ham Egg & Cheese Strudel
Absolutely wonderful eatery in downtown Columbia, SC...we loved chef Kevin Kelly and his delicious family heirloom strudel recipe which was passed down through the generations from his grandma. Best strudel EVER (unless you're in Germany or France!). My personal favorite is the savory strudel but the apple and berry strudels are equally mouthwatering and scrumptious! Thank you, Chef Kevin, for bringing your best game to this charming kitchen cafe for everyone to enjoy!
Vegetarian options: Avoid the ham strudel only for vegetarians
Kid-friendliness: Appropriate for kids of all ages 0-100
Wheelchair accessibility: Yes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Strudel Buffet, Berries & Cream Strudel, Maple Latte
Hugh Welch
Chef Kevin is awesome! We came through on a food tour and had a blast! The food is delicious with sweet and savory options. Definitely ordering a couple strudel logs for Sunday dinner. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Apple Strudel with Cream Cheese, Berries & Cream Strudel, Mixed Berry Cream Cheese Strudel
Jim Johnson
Rarely do you see such a high rating on a restaurant on Google, so I had to try. I caught someone there and was "let in". Ordered the chicken pot pie and apple strudels. wow! So good! Well worth it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
E L
The owner is a gem and the strudel (all) are amazing!!!!!! Good local business!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tracy Weber
I had high hopes and expectations, but was sadly disappointed. Sunday brunch was a bust. Arrived at 12:30 and the food was dried up, burnt, and disappointing. At one point the owner announced that he was putting out burnt cookies. I took the powdered sugar cover cookie thinking there’s no way he’s putting out burnt cookies…yup. They were burnt. The chicken pot pie was yummy so I gave 2 stars, but this wasn’t enough to bring me back. I read the reviews and saw the pictures posted prior to coming, so I was very disappointed and frankly uncomfortable. Sorry, just not a good experience. Bummer.
Rarely am I blown away by a dining experience. We came for Sunday AYCE brunch. The food was fantastic and varied, with fresh coffee, sweet & unsweet tea, the works. Chef Kevin is a great conversationalist with some great stories and a legitimate cooking pedigree having worked for a Michelin-starred restaurant in London. The interior was aesthetically pleasing, clean, and organized. Let me reiterate, the food was EXCELLENT. I usually go on Google to give bad reviews, but this was a memorably exceptional meal and very affordably priced for AYCE. I'll add that the chicken pot pie was great, and I'm very picky with this dish as I feel I've mastered it. The chicken was nicely shredded, the gravy was made properly with cream, and the pastry was just perfect.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Pot Pie, Brunch Buffet, Berries & Cream Strudel, French Onion Soup
A great experience, the food was amazingly great, I was welcomed as I entered, and told of the culture. The employees were polite and friendly, they reminded me of family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
The Strudel Shop was amazing in so many ways. The service was incredible, the moment we walked in they were so helpful and kind. We went on a weekend so we received there buffet and everything was so delicious! Highly recommend coming here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Strudel Buffet, Chicken Pot Pie, Berries & Cream Strudel
Excellent service from Chef Kevin and another chief. He is really hospitable and talented and makes the atmosphere warm snd comfortable for customers.
The food was good in buffet, and the fruit was very fresh.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
I can't say enough how much I love the strudels made at this place as well as the service provided. The owner is an incredible person and deserves as much praise to keep his business running. More people need to give this place a try. I had to visit one more time before moving out of Columbia. Magnifique.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Seriously, go check it out. The strudels are delicious. The service is superb and the owner creates a fun welcoming atmosphere. Try their brunch on the weekend to try out different things at once.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Strudel Buffet, Chicken Pot Pie, Berries & Cream Strudel
Love the strudel and have been taking them to my family reunion. I can't reach them by phone to place my order. Last year I placed my order with a lady there while was having brunch a week or so before but when I went to get it they did not have my order so I had to wait until the ones cooking were ready. I would love one this year but not having luck getting through.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Chef Kevin is the best! ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is wonderful! Everything we ate was delicious. The owner is charming and greeted us as if we were invited guests in his home. Even played piano for us! We will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chef Kevin invited us in for a private brunch. The food was very good and he gave us a full show of his cooking and piano playing. He is truly talented. Thanks for the wonderful experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Apple Strudel with Cream Cheese, Berries & Cream Strudel, Ham Egg & Cheese Strudel
Restaurantji Recommends
Absolutely wonderful eatery in downtown Columbia, SC...we loved chef Kevin Kelly and his delicious family heirloom strudel recipe which was passed down through the generations from his grandma. Best strudel EVER (unless you're in Germany or France!). My personal favorite is the savory strudel but the apple and berry strudels are equally mouthwatering and scrumptious! Thank you, Chef Kevin, for bringing your best game to this charming kitchen cafe for everyone to enjoy!
Vegetarian options: Avoid the ham strudel only for vegetarians
Kid-friendliness: Appropriate for kids of all ages 0-100
Wheelchair accessibility: Yes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Strudel Buffet, Berries & Cream Strudel, Maple Latte
Chef Kevin is awesome! We came through on a food tour and had a blast! The food is delicious with sweet and savory options. Definitely ordering a couple strudel logs for Sunday dinner. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Apple Strudel with Cream Cheese, Berries & Cream Strudel, Mixed Berry Cream Cheese Strudel
Rarely do you see such a high rating on a restaurant on Google, so I had to try. I caught someone there and was "let in". Ordered the chicken pot pie and apple strudels. wow! So good! Well worth it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
The owner is a gem and the strudel (all) are amazing!!!!!!
Good local business!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had high hopes and expectations, but was sadly disappointed. Sunday brunch was a bust. Arrived at 12:30 and the food was dried up, burnt, and disappointing. At one point the owner announced that he was putting out burnt cookies. I took the powdered sugar cover cookie thinking there’s no way he’s putting out burnt cookies…yup. They were burnt. The chicken pot pie was yummy so I gave 2 stars, but this wasn’t enough to bring me back. I read the reviews and saw the pictures posted prior to coming, so I was very disappointed and frankly uncomfortable. Sorry, just not a good experience. Bummer.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
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