Best Lunch Restaurants in Columbia

46 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Collective Offshore

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Columbia

Booked 15 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. Seasons 52 - Columbia

4.7

Exceptional(4202)

Price: Expensive

• American • Columbia

Booked 26 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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3. Blackwall Barn & Lodge

4.4

Awesome(590)

Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 50 times today

The Blackwall Barn & Lodge provides a venue unlike any other in the County for residents to host special events, meet with colleagues and friends, dine in comfortable and rustic elegance and enjoy entertaining family, friends, and out of town guests for special occasions.Many of life’s most memorable moments are centered around the dining table with family, friends, and colleagues. We are committed to providing our guests attentive service, where regulars are recognized, their preferences remembered, and their dining and beverage options are promptly fulfilled.

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4. The Food Market - Columbia

4.7

Exceptional(2145)

Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 76 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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5. Maggiano's - Columbia

4.5

Awesome(2836)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Columbia

Booked 41 times today

Join us for lunch or dinner at Maggiano's Columbia and savor the rich flavors of Italian-American dishes inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes. The Mall of Columbia offers premier shopping, dining, and events. It holds five big name department stores and over 200 specialty stores. Maggiano's is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat during your next shopping spree! Visit us at 10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy or book your reservation today!

6. Cured Tap & Table

4.7

Exceptional(1482)

Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 23 times today

CURED Table & Tap is an exciting new restaurant in Columbia, Maryland that brings back fond memories of the neighborhood corner bar and the relaxing atmosphere that is created when good friends, great drinks, and classic comfort foods come together.From the list of exceptional craft beers, to the creative cocktails, to the satisfying menu, CURED is all about crafting a laid back experience while still elevating the pairing of comfort food and thirst quenching drinks. Our goal is for every guest who visits us to feel as relaxed as if they were at their grandmother’s house (assuming their grandmother makes amazing craft cocktails and delicious food).So if you're looking for a great place to meet up with friends, heading to a concert at Merriweather Post Pavilion right next door, or looking for something uniquely different but still wonderfully familiar, we'll make sure to save you a seat.

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7. Smashing Grapes - Columbia

4.3

Awesome(177)

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Columbia

Booked 22 times today

Nestled in the heart of a vibrant urban landscape, Smashing Grapes is a culinary oasis where the fusion of global flavors and exquisite wines takes center stage. Our restaurant invites guests on a gastronomic journey that transcends borders, offering a diverse menu that celebrates the rich tapestry of world cuisines. Each dish is meticulously crafted to tantalize the taste buds and ignite the senses. Complementing our culinary delights is an extensive selection of fine wines sourced from renowned vineyards around the globe, curated to perfectly pair with every dish.Additional parking provided at the garage located in the corner of Mango Tree Rd. and Symphony Woods Rd.

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8. Rudy's Mediterranean Grill

4.7

Exceptional(458)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Columbia

Booked 1 time 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.

9. Cazbar - Columbia

4.8

Exceptional(1410)

Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Columbia

Booked 54 times today

The Cazbar, established in 2006, is the areas First & Premier Turkish Restaurant. With food, atmosphere, & entertainment served in an authentic Turkish style, Cazbar is sure to provide a thoroughly exotic & enchanting dining experience. Our Columbia location is an mesmerizing dining experience that transports you to Turkey without flying. Perfect for birthdays, graduations, family gatherings and anytime you want to celebrate with family or friends. Reservations recommended but walk-ins always welcome. Open daily for lunch and dinner and spectacular party specialists. Join us every Friday & Saturday at 9pm, for the most captivating Belly Dancing shows outside of Turkey!

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10. Iron Bridge Wine Company - Columbia

4.7

Exceptional(5358)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Columbia

Booked 41 times today

Top notch restaurant and wine bar featuring a 35+ wine-by-the-glass offering, wine tasting flights, a full service restaurant highlighting farm to table cuisine, as well as a boutique retail wine shop that boasts a collection of small production wines from around the world. A full bar with signature cocktails using house made infusions and bottled beers are also available.

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Morinola
Washington, D.C. Area •6 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
The first time experience was good. Our server Bestix was fantastic!! Wonderful experience overall. Thank you.
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Blackwall Barn & LodgePrice: Moderate• American• Columbia
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4.4
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Margaret
Baltimore / Maryland •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always a delicious meal. I usually get the grilled trout but tried the pork chop this time. It was very good. My companion had the Shrimp and Grits. It, too, was delicious, but we both felt it needed more grits than what was served.
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Seasons 52 - ColumbiaPrice: Expensive• American• Columbia
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4.7
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LauraVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Food, ambience and service was amazing. The hush puppies were a surprise favorite. Oysters were delicious. All of the staff were amazing and friendly. Our server Nathan was so attentive, knowledgeable and friendly. Another place that will be on our permanent rotation of restaurants. We saw so many other dishes that we can’t wait to try.
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The Collective OffshorePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Columbia
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4.3
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Jane
Baltimore / Maryland •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 Dec 2024
It was my birthday and it was a restaurant I had visited up in Hamden years ago. But this restaurant was even so much better. I had an incredible server and the food was absolutely out of this world amazing. Made my birthday so special. Thank you guys so much!
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The Food Market - ColumbiaPrice: Moderate• American• Columbia
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4.7
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Emily
Nashville •1 review
5.0
Dined on 23 Dec 2024
The food and service is always excellent at Maggiano’s! My parents and I come here every year for a meal together before Christmas, and it never disappoints. Our server was so kind and attentive as well. I also really appreciated that the bar could make any of the cocktails as mocktails since I don’t drink. 100/10 experience, as always. Thank you!
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Maggiano's - ColumbiaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Columbia
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4.5

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46 restaurants available nearby

1. The Collective Offshore

2. Seasons 52 - Columbia

3. Blackwall Barn & Lodge

4. The Food Market - Columbia

5. Maggiano's - Columbia

6. Cured Tap & Table

7. Smashing Grapes - Columbia

8. Rudy's Mediterranean Grill

9. Cazbar - Columbia

10. Iron Bridge Wine Company - Columbia

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