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1. The Collective Offshore
4.1
Excellent(114)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Columbia
Booked 11 times today
The Collective, a local hospitality group, has brought two new concepts to life at the Columbia Lakefront. Offshore features innovative seasonal cuisine highlighting coastal flavors from Maine through the Carolinas. Guests enjoy the elevated casual ambience, delicious bites, carefully curated bar program, and sweeping views of Lake Kittamaqundi from the restaurant and outdoor patios. With a focus on community connectivity, detailed service and hospitality, Offshore brings a fresh take to this iconic location. Along with its sister live music and entertainment venue, Encore, The Collective anchors the rejuvenated Lakefront District in the heart of downtown Columbia.
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2. Medium Rare - Columbia, MD
4.4
Awesome(170)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Columbia
Booked 31 times today
A Diner's Choice Award winner for the last 12 years! Legendary Medium Rare offers a unique, prix fixe dinning experience of artisan bread; a mixed green salad; prime, dry-aged steak; and hand-cut fries (Vegetarian option always available) in a relaxed, fun, environment. Please allow us 15 minutes to seat you after your full party has arrived and after checkin at our host stand. As we do only one thing, we do our best to make the food and experience exceptional and also a good value. We also serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday's with a great prix fixe including French Toast, Steak and Eggs, Eggs Benedict and bottomless Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Screwdrivers. WALK INS and CALL AHEAD seating are always welcomed..
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3. The Food Market - Columbia
4.7
Exceptional(2138)
Price: Moderate
• American • Columbia
Booked 80 times today
The Food Market offers fine eating and pleasurable service from Chef Chad Gauss. The sister restaurant of The Food Market in Hampden. Up to par, down to earth experience driven comfort fo
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4. Seasons 52 - Columbia
4.7
Exceptional(4192)
Price: Expensive
• American • Columbia
Booked 61 times today
Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.
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5. Glenwood's - Stanford Grill: Columbia
4.7
Exceptional(8119)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Columbia
Booked 74 times today
Blueridge Restaurants Group, the owner of Stanford Grill, recently changed the name to Glenwood’s so that the name could be trademarked, and used outside of the Maryland region.At Glenwood's, food is our passion. With a unique focus on creating an inviting upscale casual dining experience, we serve fresh, familiar food in a high-energy, sophisticated setting. Our chefs prepare full-flavored food from scratch daily, using fresh seasonal ingredients. We stay true to classic American comfort food that is simple, but deliciously prepared. A knowledgeable team approach provides unwavering attention to delighting our guests with warm and consistent service. Stanford Grill's timeless atmosphere appeals to discerning adults who are seeking a dining experience that is energetic, upscale but approachable.
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6. The Turn House
4.3
Awesome(1888)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Columbia
Booked 21 times today
The Turn House is a premier fine dining restaurant offering contemporary American cuisine with a touch of French flair. Our award-winning culinary team, led by Chef Thomas Zippelli, utilizes the freshest locally sourced ingredients to create dishes that are both visually stunning and palate-pleasing. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a night out with friends, our warm and welcoming atmosphere paired with exceptional service is sure to make your dining experience one to remember.
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7. Rudy's Mediterranean Grill
4.7
Exceptional(451)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Columbia
Booked 10 times today
Rudy's Mediterranean Grill, established in 2010, is a celebrated dining destination in Columbia, Maryland, renowned for its authentic Mediterranean and Turkish cuisine. As the first Turkish restaurant in Howard County, Rudy's has built a strong reputation for its delicious food, warm ambiance, and excellent service.The restaurant, led by Rudy Keskin, offers a diverse menu featuring traditional dishes such as lahmacun, doner kebab, and moussaka, crafted with the freshest ingredients. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining options, including casual dining, takeout, and patio seating. The full bar serves a selection of wines, beers, and cocktails, enhancing the overall dining experience.Located at 7185 Columbia Gateway Drive, Suite D, Rudy's Mediterranean Grill is conveniently situated near Route 175, with ample street parking available. The restaurant is open daily, with extended hours on weekends, making it a perfect choice for both lunch and dinner.
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8. The Alehouse Columbia
4.4
Awesome(1303)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Columbia
Booked 11 times today
Join us for dinner, then stay for drinks and live entertainment in our indoor bars or on our spacious back patio. Watch your favorite teams on our 50+ big screens, host a party in one of our private rooms or just relax with a cocktail under the stars. At The Ale House Columbia, you'll find great food, expertly-crafted drinks and Howard County's best nightlife.
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9. Tino's Italian Bistro
4.3
Awesome(1275)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Columbia
Booked 10 times today
At Tino’s Italian Bistro we strive for perfection. We promote the classic Italian approach to dining, where friends and family can gather in a world-class atmosphere. Our customers keep coming back because we offer the best Italian cuisine in the Maryland area, with personalized, polished service and fresh, high quality food at reasonable prices!
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10. Victoria Gastro Pub
4.5
Awesome(3072)
Price: Moderate
• International • Columbia
Booked 31 times today
Since 2007, Victoria Gastro Pub has provided an inviting pub atmosphere serving sophisticated, yet unpretentious food. The main objective of our kitchen is to serve innovative twists on classic pub fare that stress quality and freshness with every recipe, and every ingredient. The menu items draw from both national and international cooking traditions and remain in harmony with the seasonal availability of high-quality ingredients with many of the herbs and vegetables coming from our very own garden at Manor Hill Farm.

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  • Jenny
    Baltimore / Maryland •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Our server was fantastic and very attentive. The food was delicious. We got the birria empanadas, the poached pear salad, the pat lafrieda burger, the duck parts, and a dirt cake on the house for our anniversary. Everything was cooked and prepared to perfection!
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    The Food Market - ColumbiaPrice: Moderate• American• Columbia
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    4.7
  • Mary
    Baltimore / Maryland •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Our server was exceptional! The Christmas atmosphere was just what we were looking fur and the food was fabulous!! On top of a fantastic dinner Josh came over and let us into the music venue next door!! Dualing pianos was so much fun to end our evening out with good friends! 🎄
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    The Collective OffshorePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Columbia
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    4.1
  • PhyllisVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •26 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Our lunch at Glenwoods was outstanding. Our sandwiches were prepared well and were very tasty and plentiful. Our waitress, too, was outstanding and kept our drinks filled without our asking. What made our experience less than outstanding was the noise level which was extremely high, higher than any restaurant I’ve been in. The noise level was so high that it was extremely difficult to hear each other across a small, two-person table. And this noise is very high even when there aren’t as many people in the restaurant. What can be done to subdue that noise?
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    Glenwood's - Stanford Grill: ColumbiaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Columbia
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    4.7
  • Cyndi
    Baltimore / Maryland •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We had a reservation so we were seated quickly. Our server came right over and took our drink orders. The BlackBerry Sangria was amazing! The bread was delicious and the salad was ok(not a fan of vinegrette). Our steak was prepared as each of us requested. It was delicious! The special sauce was very tasty! Much to our surprise they came around with another round of steak and fries (which my mom and I boxed up as we were full). I highly recommend Medium Rare if you enjoy steak in a nice atmosphere!
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    Medium Rare - Columbia, MDPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Columbia
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    4.4
  • VickieVIP
    Baltimore / Maryland •45 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    The food is always good, and Faith our server was a real pleasure. Fun place to commemorate my 70th Birthday🥳
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    Seasons 52 - ColumbiaPrice: Expensive• American• Columbia
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    4.7

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