Best Lunch Restaurants in Columbia

"Savor every moment of your morning with ooey-gooey bacon and brie croissants, fluffy Belgian waffles covered in pools of butter and all the bubbles your heart desires at The Gourmet Shop in Five Points. One of the most beloved brunch spots in Columbia, the Gourmet Shop doubles as a specialty foods market—where you can buy freshly baked bread, locally sourced preserves and honey + to-go containers of the shop’s famous chicken salad and pimento cheese. Artisan cheeses, fine wines, quality confections and professional cookware line the market shelves, so you can get some shopping done while you anticipate your mimosa kit."

"This place has it all.Wine shop, cafe, cooking store, and (my favorite) amazing purveyor of fine cheeses. Dennis and Linda Hiltner owned and operated this gem in the heart of Five Points for 40 years – until selling to current owner Amy Beth Franks in 2019. And you can’t call yourself a Soda Citizen unless you’ve at least tried their famous chicken salad."

"The Gourmet Shop in Columbia’s Five Points District is #BrunchGoals, #AestheticGoals—all the goals, really. The food is simple, yet elegant. The atmosphere is relaxed, yet welcoming."

"Columbia’s newest coffee spot just opened up on State Street in West Columbia. Owned by the same people that run Crepes & Croissants, The Hideout’s menu includes sweet concoctions like the Snickerdoodle latte or Strawberry Nutella latte, as well as your usual coffee and tea suspects. The drinks are supplemented with café fare like avocado toast, pastries, tartines and sandwiches."

"Arguably the most photogenic dessert in town, the Champagne Cake at Momma Rabbit's in Lexington is legendary. Generous portions and Instagram worthy, to boot. View this post on Instagram"

"If you love fresh Mediterranean fare, Ariana’s on Sunset Blvd in West Columbia is always on the mark. Moe, chef and owner, knows his way around a kitchen and prepares Souvlaki, lamb dishes, Chicken Karahi, traditional Gyro to perfection."

"While you may be familiar with the regional sports bar, you may be surprised to learn their Vista locale offers killer views (looking at you, Adluh Flour) from the upper deck. Al fresco happy hour, anyone?. A post shared by glennab28 (@glennab28) on Oct 28, 2017 at 1:55pm PDT"

"Views of the Vista (including the iconic Adluh building!) along with a glimpse of the South Carolina State House can be spotted from the upper deck of this tavern and eatery."

"Once you’re done petting puppies and picking flowers at Soda City market, stop in at Main Course on the recently-revitalized Main Street for chicken and waffles (with habit-forming honey pecan butter) and a pitcher of pink grapefruit mimosas to share. If you’re craving something simple + comforting, you can build your own grilled cheese or chow down on a classic hamburger. Regardless of what you choose, try to snag a seat outside—perfect for enjoying some people watching + the unforgettable Main Street ambiance."

"M Kitchen is a relatively new Chinese and Asian fusion restaurant that opened in 2015 within the heart of Harbison Boulevard, a premier shopping and dining district in Columbia. It includes a bar, where fresh cocktails are made and served within seconds of pouring. Diners can choose from light meals like pork ginger wontons and roast duck spring rolls or opt for authentic Chinese dishes such as stir-fried rice cakes, kung pao chicken or three cup basil chicken."

"340 Columbiana Dr, Columbia, SC 29212-2252Chinese, Japanese, Sushi, AsianLunch, DinnerTakeout, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Reservations+1 803-764-0558http://www.miyos.com"