50 Best Vegan Restaurants in Columbia

“Im a vegetarian therefore it’s hard finding places to eat when i don’t feel like cooking . However i think i’ve finally found a regular spot . I first tried them eating off my moms plate and was blown away by the flavor of the okra & creaminess of the mac and cheese . I created my own order of a veggie plate shortly afterwards & thats when I found out it’s a vegan spot !!! EVEN BETTER !!! I ordered the mac / okra & kale salad as the sides for the veggies plate and when i say everything was immaculate !!! The vinaigrette 🤏🏾🤏🏾 . I just created my 2nd order & i had her order for me due to me being highly indecisive . I was stuck between wings and nachos , she chose the nachos & baby this CHILI !!!!!!!! 👌🏾👌🏾 definitely made a great choice !!! Only critique is i would add more toppings like actual nachos should be (lettuce tomato olives jalapeños pico etc) I cant wait to try the wings next !!! definitely my go to spot for when i dont want to cook my own vegetarian meals . I also just signed up for my gym membership . Great combination for my healing journey !! Overall i highly recommend !!! 100/10 !!!! I wish u guys had a sample night to try everything so ik for sure what i want next time . But im pretty sure whatever i chose to order will amaze my tastebuds for sure 👌🏾“

“I never leave reviews, but this place is just too good to not share. The drinks are unique and delicious (My favorite is the Island Boi, or the Orange Creamsicle one, or maybe the Coco Loco one 😂😂). And the food is incredible! I’ve never had anything there that I didn’t love. My favorites are the hush puppies, hummus, Veg Fil A sandwich, and the rice and beans bowl. This time when we went, the chef added protein crumbles, nacho cheese, and green onions on top and it was even better. My son loves the Hoot sandwich and he’s 10 years old and usually non-vegan….so that’s a huge compliment to the flavor of that sandwich. On top of all this, the place is just cool. The atmosphere is so comfortable and inviting, like I could stay all night if I didn’t have to put my kid to bed! 🤣 I just really love this place and I’m so glad to see it added to our neighborhood!!“

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

“My husband and I had such a wonderful time dining at The Melting Pot! The entire experience was fantastic, and our server, Nicole, was absolutely amazing, so sweet and attentive. She made sure everything was perfect for us throughout the evening. The food was delicious, and the atmosphere was so enjoyable. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a unique and memorable dining experience. It’s an absolute must!“

“Great food and great service!“

“Alex, was absolutely wonderful!! Great customer service!“

“We went to celebrate our anniversary. We were greeted with kindness, understanding, and genuine care. Alex was a fantastic server and the other wait staff were very attentive. He knew what to suggest on the menu and provided us with great options. Our steaks were delicious and the sides (baked corn and lobster mac-n-cheese) were so tasty. We left with our bellies full and feeling well taken care of. Such an amazing place to go for date night or a special occasion.“

“I loved my experience at Tasty as Fit. This was my second visit and the team is always incredible in helping me decide. I’m slowing starting my vegetarian diet and I love how my questions are always answered with enthusiasm and patience. Carli is amazing! She attended to and entertained my 3 year old son while I made my selection. That meant the world to me. Thank you so much Carli and Tasty as Fit team. My salad and cold pressed ginger juice was absolutely delicious.“

“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.“

“Had the best meal here today! Get the strawb12therry shortcake-it was amazing. We tried the ribs,pulled pork,brisket, greens, Mac n cheese, and cornbread. I personally liked the dark, thick red sauce (Ga Folks it's good!) but they give you three sauces to go with the bbq. Warning- the greens are kinda on the sweet side- they're different. They're not nasty but not your regular greens. Awesome jewel in Columbia!“

“If you enjoy higher quality meats and a meal that is what it is without substitutions, meaning you eat what you are served , they are allergies conscious and will ask in advance, so no worries there. The menu changes and usually has something additional the wait staff will let you know about. The food and service are of good quality. This is a pork chop with bacon jam and basic corn pudding and collard greens, all very good and well prepared. The other dish is the chicken. The appetizer was the pickle board, I do wish they had a better variety of cheeses, they did allow me to switch out a cheese I did not care for so substitute was allowed.“

“Had my first visit. The staff was great and the food was incredible. The most fresh and satisfying meal I have had in a while.“

“By far the BEST Mediterranean food I have ever had. AND, it’s owned and ran by the sweetest, most hardworking family. I couldn’t recommend this restaurant more, I wish I could give it 100 stars!“

“Excellent variety and taste.“

“This is one of my favorite spots in Columbia! They have an amazing rooftop with great energy. You can get food up there too although the menu is slightly limited and more geared towards small plates-- which makes sense for a rooftop anyway! In the main dining area service is excellent. I could eat the mushroom toast every day- it's that good! As a wine professional I appreciate their thoughtful selections, there's something for everyone. Much love!“

“Great coffee in Cottontown“

“We really enjoyed our girls brunch today. Food was great, came out quickly, and staff were very pleasant. We will return!“

“Always delicious, I have had everything on the at least once!“

“I’m not sure which I liked more, the fabulous food or the most delightful waitress Blake. Both will make this a regular stop on our travels.“

“Was there for brunch. It was delicious!“

“The food was good, the service was excellent, and prices were fair. This place is open for breakfast and lunch. There were vegetarian options. I had a grilled portobello sandwich with coleslaw and a slice of pecan pie for dessert.“

“Great food and atmosphere.“

“This is our favorite place to eat in Columbia! The Damascus Chicken or Lamb is amazing. Everything here is amazing actually. Plus the restaurant is really clean. We love it.“

“I wanted to rave about the manager, Eddie, and chef, Jonathan. On Friday, I inquired about accommodating my stringent dietary restrictions, and they proactively exceeded expectations. My requirements included the exclusive use of pure olive oil in the preparation of my meal. Initially, I expressed concern that my options might be limited to broccoli and a simple salad. Manager Eddie assured me that this was unacceptable and suggested I contact the chef the following day to discuss my needs. Following this conversation, Chef Jonathan promptly developed a suitable solution. I ordered the brick chicken, prepared using only olive oil, rosemary, and thyme—a dish perfectly aligned with my dietary limitations. The meal was exquisite, and I thoroughly enjoyed dining with my friends. accommodate my very strict food intolerances, and they went out of their way to do just that. I needed my dishes to be cooked in pure olive oil, amongst other things. At first, I told Eddie it looked like I could only have broccoli and a salad with minimal toppings. He said, "You can't come here and just eat salad and broccoli." He then said to call the next day, and he would get the chef on the phone to discuss my food concerns. I called the next day, and Jonathan quickly had an idea. I ordered the brick chicken, which only had olive oil, rosemary, and thyme. Exactly what I was able to eat. It was delicious, and I was so thrilled to eat out with my friends. I so appreciate both of them going out of their way for me.“

“We catered goat biryani for my mom’s dua, and I have to say I’m very impressed by Persis’s service and thankful to them! the food was delivered on time, they gave us a great deal, and it was absolutely delicious, everyone loved it, I would highly recommend catering from Persis!“

“Great local grocery store with friendly/helpful staff! Nice selection of items with a delicious deli too.“

“Fantastic food and service. 10/10 recommend!“

“Delightful food and atmosphere.“

“The Lobster Masala was delicious and my top favorite! The Tandoori Mixed Grill was good along with the Naan bread! Indian tea was warm and soothing. I'll be back to try other foods in the near future.“

“Absolutely it was a great place to eat food was great Definitely be going back again“

“Me encantó todo! Muy amables!“

“Awesome service. Nice friendly servers. Amazing food!!!“

“Highly recommend! Beautiful atmosphere and awesome customer service. Our waiter Jed was amazing“

“Food is phenomenal! Prices are appropriate for quality and quantity . Would highly recommend. We eat there 3x a month, and servers may vary, but service is always excellent. Have never been chastised for not wearing a mask nor have I seen anyone else made to feel uncomfortable about not having a mask. IF YOU LIKE THAI, YOU OWE IT TO YOURSELF TO GIVE THIS RESTAURANT A TRY!!“

“They have consistent and delicious food with gluten free options. Best tacos in Columbia.“

“Great service getting my Buddhist bowl and friends shrimp bowl prepared to our liking!!! And SO delicious!“

“Great customer service. Waitresses were nice“

“The pimento in the Mediterranean salad was so fresh & deliciously sweet (as well as the entire salad) and my husband's fish sandwich made me want another bite! The one dish I miss is the pimento cheese & chicken salad...hopefully it'll reappear. Your pita chips are the best!“

“Was looking for some Vietnamese food while visiting Fort Jackson and came across this place. Really glad we decided to give it a try! The staff was friendly, we were seated quickly, and there was plenty of space inside. The restaurant was clean, the food was excellent, and honestly, I have no complaints.The prices were very reasonable, and there was plenty of parking as well. Overall, a great spot for Vietnamese food, and I’ll definitely recommend it to anyone in the area.“

“The bartender Alley is the best! I’ve had great service from lots of people here including Cat, Amanda, Maddie W, Maddie A. Erica, Raylee, and Fallon are also awesome!“

“Listen this may sound crazy, I don’t eat hot dogs but my husband loves them, so I ended up at Greedy Rascals. I didn’t eat a hot dog but I had the toppings of the steak n cheese dog minus the dog. I was divinely satisfied. This place has so many varieties I didn’t know what to order, but my God today that steak n cheese hit just right with a surprise of coleslaw. Thank you Sir, I’ll be back.“

“Lots of local brew options on tap, food came out quick even though they were busy, great service at the bar from Cooper during JerryFest! Grateful Thanks!“

“That new tropical teriyaki flatbread with a side of roasted corn was amazing! 😋😋“

“Went to eat here today for the first time. A friend recommended it and I work very close by. I got my food to go and went back to my office to eat. I had the Egg Stravaganza and it was wonderful! I’m thinking about going again before the end of the week!“

“Warning for Truck drivers!!! I love this restaurant , coming here every time I’m in charlotte , unfortunately this Friday I returned to my truck and the Carolina Towing booted my truck and charged me $3000 . They blocked front and back of my truck and put chains on my wheels. There are always trucks here and we come here to eat, I can’t believe the towing company can do that to customers of the plaza.“

“Dined here last night for the first time and had a wonderful time and meal. The staff were all very helpful and attentive. The food was delicious. Our party enjoyed both sushi and hot entrees. The eggplant dish was very flavorful and the sushi was fresh and tasty.“

“I used to be a Danos girl… but Za’s pizza takes the cake for best pizza in Columbia!“

“Friendly staff, fresh ingredients, quick service! Will definitely return for a healthy and affordable lunch!“

“We love this place. Run by two brothers, they make food with so much love, care, and creativity. The menu shifts each week but they keep the website updated. A few parking spots in front and more around the back. Usually if you get there by 5, 5:30 you can get a table. 6, 6:30 is more dicey since their seating is so limited“

“We have always loved Mod, but this was the best experiece we have ever had! We will be back! Hunter the manager went above and beyond to help us with our 4 young children. He offered coloring sheets and crayons, gave us cups with lids so I didnt have to be worried constantly about them spilling, helped us customize pizzas half and half, and even got us extra plates and napkins and brought them to our table. This was the best customer service we have ever recieved while dining fast casual. He set the gold standard. Thank you Hunter!“