Best Diners in Columbia

"Perry Compton opened this diner back in 1977 and gained fame for the biscuits he made using the quality flour from Allen Brothers Milling Company. That biscuit tradition continues today by current owner Martha Cooke. If you are longing for an inexpensive breakfast or lunch in a place that is bright, clean and friendly then this is the place for you."

"While you look out for special offers, check out this Breakfast And Brunch spot, rated well by users for its excellent value: Kaminsky’s Dessert Cafe in Gervais Street Corridor."

"50's-style Ray's diner is known for serving up plates full of biscuits + gravy like Grandma made them and quite possibly the fluffiest pancakes in the world. If you're known for eating outside the box, try the corned beef hash or the liver pudding. Regardless of what you decide to savor, though, you'll fall in love with this hole-in-the-wall and the kind people cooking + serving you delicious indulgences."

"Sims Park has a spray pool, a neighborhood center, play area, and picnic shelter. There is also a basketball court. The playground is partially shaded and well maintained."

"One of the most visited tourist attractions in the state, the South Carolina Statehouse is a fine example of Greek Revival architecture that was in style during the pre-Civil War period in the South (construction started in 1851, but wasn't completed until after the war). The highly-regarded design work of John Niernsee, the capital towers 180 feet high with a patinaed copper dome. Visitors exploring the vast capitol grounds get a sense for the complex state history here, viewing the Revolutionary War Generals Monument, American-Mexican War Monument, the African-American History Monument, the Confederate Monument, and other statuary honoring George Washington, S.C. Senators, and fallen State Law Enforcement Officers."

"Back in the center of town is another of Columbia’s standout symbols and sights – the stunning South Carolina State House. Home to the state’s seat of government, it exhibits some absolutely exquisite Classical Revival-style architecture with lush grounds lying all around it. Built in 1855, the important and impressive building showcases a fantastic facade with a distinctive copper dome resting atop of its humongous portico."

"History and architecture lovers will enjoy a visit to the South Carolina State House, a refined 19th-century building established in 1851, and a structure that took over half a century to construct. Today it houses the state government of South Carolina, and until 1971 it was home to the Supreme Court of the USA. Originally designed by architect P."

"A post shared by Mike Wine-Guy (@mike_wine_guy) on Jan 16, 2017 at 8:01am PST. This restaurant has an upscale classy design but as soon as you walk in, you’ll notice that there is also a laid back relaxing tone in the air. They also have Karaoke nights so you can be your own superstar."

"I love their wings and Philly cheese steaks and their fried shrimp and scallops. Their prices are very reasonable also."

"Dutch collector Wim Roefs came to the US to study journalism, although he had started collecting art while still living in his homeland and after he settled in Columbia, he rekindled his passion and began collecting across South Carolina. One thing led to another, and after a couple of shows that he hosted in his own house, Roefs eventually decided to take the next step and opened his own gallery – If Art Gallery– in 2006. The gallery now represents more than 30 cutting ­edge contemporary artists, who mostly work in the mediums of painting and sculpture."

"If you’re looking for enthralling but unusual things to see in Columbia, you’ll want to check out the Never Bust Chain. It’s a work of art by Blue Sky, an artist of South Carolina who also did Tunnelvision, located in downtown Columbia. No city approval was sought, only approval from the owners of the buildings involved, but it gained immediate government approval thanks to the renown of the artist."

"Historic Columbia is a non-profit organization aiming to protect the city’s extensive cultural and social past, which it does by preserving a number of historical buildings and landmarks around the city. The Historic House Museum is one of these buildings, a site consisting of four different properties, all with fascinating and intriguing backstories. The Woodrow Wilson Family Home here, for example, was once the home of the USA’s 28th president, who lived in the mansion in 1871."

"This elegant Classical Revival townhouse Robert Mills designed in 1823 for Ainsley Hall, a wealthy Columbia merchan, and his wife Sarah, was one of the very few private homes this prominent American architect designed. He was much more famous for his public buildings such as the Washington Monument. The house originally served as a seminary and a bible college until 1961 when it was meticulously restored and opened as a historic house museum."

"The Robert Mills House and Gardens are truly amazing spots for sightseeing, especially if you see lots of fun in architecture and arts. The home building is the creation of the titular Robert Mills, and it’s a townhouse in the style of Classical Revival elegance. It was made in 1823 for a wealthy merchant of Columbia named Ainsley Hall and his wife."