Top Best Italian Restaurants in Columbia

"Located in a historic 19th-century Firehouse, Villa Tronco Italian Restaurant has been serving traditional Italian fare to the neighborhood for more than 75 years. Family-owned and operated for four generations, Villa Tronco is a warm and welcoming eatery with brick and wood paneling, earthy hues and an Old-World atmosphere. The menu features generous portions of handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza and other Italian favorites like fresh seafood and prime meat dishes, and decadent desserts, all of which are prepared using authentic family recipes and fresh, locally sourced ingredients."

"In the restaurant biz, longevity is usually an indication of reliability. Villa Tronco has been around for 60+ years and continues to be popular – lunch is a little less busy, so if you're looking for a substantial midday meal this is a great choice. The crab cakes, drizzled with roasted red pepper sauce, are fantastic (for a light meal, try a crab cake atop a spinach salad)."

"Why not eat in a place that serves delicious food with a side of history?. Villa Tronco is Columbia’s oldest Italian restaurant and is still among South Carolina’s oldest, too. It boasts a homey and comforting atmosphere and rustic, old-fashioned exterior that mixes the migrant past of Columbia with intimate dining."

"What makes Alodia’s truly the best Italian restaurant in the area is its constant quest for excellence. Born from a passion for Italian gastronomy, the owner Adam Huneau named this, his first venue, after his grandmother Alodia, whose kitchen was a bond for the family. Together with his wife, Adam aims to create an authentic Italian place that not only features a delectable classical Italian repertoire of family recipes, but also conveys the Italian love for food and family."

"If romantic dining involves Italian dishes (like spaghetti… think Lady and the Tramp) then your choice should be Alodia’s. With a location in Irmo and one in Lexington, Alodia’s does not require a trip downtown and the hassle of finding parking. Authentic Italian dishes from the owner’s Italian family recipes, the kitchens are directed by an executive chef who has an extensive resume including some of the South’s finest dining establishments."

"Start the day right by taking your kids to Alodia’s Cucina Italiana, a humble Italian restaurant that serves classic dishes and is well-known for its handmade pasta. The restaurant serves Kids Brunch menu that will awaken their taste buds in an instant. Kid’s Banana Pancake, Kid’s Grilled Cheese and Kid’s Chicken Fingers are the most popular choices."

"Just a stone’s throw from Terra, Al’s has been dishing up skyline scenes and Italian viands like pappardelle bolognese and eggplant parmigiana since 1979. Tucked away on the second level of an unassuming brick building, this hidden gem makes you feel warm and cozy like your favorite sweater."

"The view from the second floor of this West Columbia restaurant will take your breath away. The main dining room features a wall of large windows overlooking the Congaree River and downtown Columbia. You won't find a more romantic setting to drink in the lights of the city."

"-Window seat requests are not guaranteed on the weekends or holidays-Please, no children under 5 years old on the weekends.-Private dining rooms available, please call 803-920-9406"

"Welcome to Fazoli's fast, fresh, Italian restaurant in Columbia, SC. Our Pasta and Sauces, Breadsticks and Salads are FRESHLY prepared throughout the day. Oven-Baked Dishes and Submarinos® are never baked ‘til you order them!"

"Known for friendly and fast service, Travinia Italian Kitchen NE offers mouth-watering menu items like Pine Nut Encrusted Salmon, Italian Nachos, and Sinatra Chicken. Gluten-free individuals don’t have to feel left out with an assortment of delicious options on the menu. Pair you meal with a carefully-selected wine and follow it up with their top-notch tiramisu for a meal that is sure to satisfy."

"Ristorante Divino is popular for its elegant atmosphere and fine-dining experience. They specialize in Northern Italian dishes with the rack of lamb as their signature dish. Aside from that, they also have a very excellent wine roster."

"We liked the cicis in our home town until covid shut it down. We figured we would try this one on our way home from vacation. We honestly wish we stopped..."

"Olive Garden GAVE life after a failed attempt at Red Lobster. Me and my family went there close toClosing on Saturday night and instead of turning us away they... (803) 788-3131Order online"

"The aptly named French bakery, Crepes and Croissants, treats its patrons to fluffy crepes and flakey croissants—both with sweet and savory varieties. The entrée crepes are named after countries around the world + stuffed accordingly—i.e. the “Italy” crepe is filled with Provence herbs marinated chicken, mozzarella and tomato."

"One of Columbia’s only spots for authentic French cuisine, in a comfortable, casual, kid-friendly setting. After a recent trip to Paris, I’ve been popping by Crepes & Croissants more and more for a nostalgic croque monsieur or hot nutella crepe."

"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."

"Lorick Park has a neighborhood center, basketball courts, a baseball diamond, picnic shelters and a water spray. The community center has a game room and offers access to computers with Internet access. The Lorick Park community center is open: Monday through Thursday: 10 am-9 pm, Friday: 10 am-8 pm, Saturday: 10 am-6 pm and Sunday: 2 pm-7 pm."

"Over priced for the bar to be half full, then because we saw some friends and said we would sit with them they decided to charge us an automatic 18% tip...."