Restaurants near Congaree National Park

20 restaurants available nearby

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1. California Dreaming - Columbia - Priority Seating

4.5

Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 84 times today

Located in downtown Columbia, SC, inside the historic 1902 Union Station, California Dreaming welcomes guests with its vibrant and inviting atmosphere. The restaurant's floor-to-ceiling windows offer a picturesque view of the rail tracks, stretching from the inactive platform to the main terminal. Paired with our hearty, made-from-scratch menu, it's no wonder California Dreaming has been a beloved local institution since 1984. Open for lunch and dinner daily, including online ordering with curbside pickup.Celebrating 40 years, California Dreaming has been a valued part of the Columbia community. Union Station, its historic home, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.**We provide Advance Priority Seating to reduce wait times and expedite the seating process when your entire party arrives. To ensure the best experience for all guests, we seat groups of up to 8. While larger groups are seated separately, this arrangement is flexible during quieter hours.

2. Saluda's

4.9

Exceptional(4005)

Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 40 times today

Located in the heart of Five Points, just steps from the University of South Carolina’s campus and less than a mile from the state capitol building, Saluda’s has been impressing Columbia residents and visitors since it opened to much fanfare in 1996. Saluda's has created an exciting menu intermingling classically prepared dishes with cutting edge techniques and ingredients. Saluda's menu is built around mixing locally grown seasonal products with luxurious ingredients from around the world. Saluda's features Southern cuisine with French and Italian influences to create a menu both familiar and new. Our professional and courteous staff serves all of our guests with true Southern hospitality.

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3. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Columbia

4.1

Excellent(2804)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Columbia

Booked 49 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House serves the finest aged, corn-fed USDA Prime beef. Broiled in a trademark 1,800° oven & served on a plate heated to 500 degrees, your steak is presented sizzling hot at your table.Additionally, the menu includes select fresh seafood & other meat entrees, including seasonal specialties like foie gras, buffalo strip & scallops. A variety of fresh-cooked vegetables, including seven kinds of potatoes, salads, homemade desserts & an extensive selection of over 100 domestic & imported wines complete your dining experience. Ruth's Chris never fails to please!

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4. Prohibition - Columbia

4.4

Awesome(103)

Price: Expensive

• American • Columbia

Booked 35 times today

Prohibition Columbia opened in the spring of 2024 and is brought to you by the same team behind Prohibition Charleston, which opened in 2014, and Repeal 33 in historic Savannah, Georgia. While many of the food and drink items can be found at all three locations, special considerations have been made to tailor a unique experience in each city.As part of the ever-growing Main Street District, Prohibition brings innovative cocktails, eclectic cuisine, and live music to the heart of Soda City.

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5. MOA Korean BBQ & Bar - Columbia

4.8

Exceptional(228)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Columbia

Booked 16 times today

Welcome to MOA, downtown Columbia's exclusive destination for authentic Korean BBQ dining. Our upscale establishment prides itself on delivering an unforgettable culinary experience, where the vibrant flavors of traditional Korean cuisine meet the highest quality ingredients, including our signature dry-aged beef. Sit back and relax as our dedicated service team expertly handles the grilling for your table, ensuring every bite is perfection. Join us for a memorable dining adventure at the only Korean BBQ restaurant in downtown Columbia, where every moment is filled with warmth, flavor, and genuine hospitality.

6. Boku- Columbia

4.3

Awesome(272)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Columbia

Booked 22 times today

At Boku Kitchen and Saloon, you can be sure you are receiving only the highest-quality meals with the freshest ingredients possible. We pride ourselves on not serving our customer's pre-made food. We make everything from scratch, including our noodles, salads, crab rangoon, calamari, soups, cocktails, and more! All our food is made-to-order. You won’t be able to find quality like this elsewhere!We want to make your time at our restaurant as enjoyable as possible. Therefore, at Boku Kitchen and Saloon, you can trust that we will provide you with a made-from-scratch meal paired with the best cocktails, sake, wine, and craft beer you will find in Columbia, SC.Our team is excited to serve you, your family, and your friends' delicious meals and beverages. See you soon!

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7. Iron Hill Brewery - Columbia, SC

4.4

Awesome(388)

Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 12 times today

Welcome to Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, where you'll find fine handcrafted beers, creative yet informal cuisine, and friendly, attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere.

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8. Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse - Columbia

4.6

Exceptional(1618)

Price: Expensive

• Brazilian Steakhouse • Columbia

Booked 18 times today

Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse is an unique, all you can eat “Churrascaria” featuring a full Salad Bar with over 30 items, 6 Hot Dishes and a “parade” of 16 USDA Prime cuts of beef, chicken, pork and lamb sliced at your table by our Gauchos. Along with a full bar, we have a beautiful walk-in wine cellar with fine selection of wines from Argentina, Chile, California and our Brazilian Flavored Martini Menu. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience!

9. Top of Carolina

4.7

Exceptional(98)

Price: Expensive

• American • Columbia

Booked 2 times today

Embark on a culinary adventure unlike any other as you ascend to the pinnacle of indulgence at the Top of Carolina rotating restaurant for Sunday brunch. Nestled high above the cityscape, our panoramic views are only rivaled by the sumptuous spread awaiting your arrival. As you sip on mimosas and bask in the morning sunlight, let the world below become a mere backdrop to the feast unfolding before you.From the first bite of freshly baked pastries to the last sip of artisan coffee, every detail is meticulously curated to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your brunch experience to new heights. Indulge in a symphony of flavors, from savory classics to inventive culinary creations, all while being gently spun around to witness the ever-changing landscape below.Join us at the Top of Carolina, where Sunday brunch isn't just a meal—it's an unforgettable journey through taste and sight, leaving you with memories as delightful as the dishes themselves.

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10. Publico Kitchen & Tap - Igloo Parties Only

4.8

Exceptional(96)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Columbia

Booked 10 times today

IGLOO POLICY:We have a 10 min grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 10 min after your reservation time. We may contact you about this reservation, so please ensure your email & phone number are up to date. For parties of 1-2 there is a $35 per person food & beverage minimum required to reserve your igloo. For parties of 3 or more there is a $25 per person food & beverage minimum required to reserve your igloo. Children 8 years old and younger are not included in this minimum. There is no minimum on weekdays until 4:00pm.Publico offers Latin-Asian inspired cuisine combined with craft beer & craft cocktails. We are committed to delivering fresh, made-from-scratch tacos, ramen, burgers, salads, cocktails & more. We are committed to supporting our neighbors & offering you, our guests, a fresh, made-from-scratch, made-to-order meal accompanied by some of the best craft beers, cocktails & wine!

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Angela
Denver / Colorado •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was my second time at this establishment. It was beautifully decorated for the holidays! The food was amazing! It was the perfect way to spend Xmas Eve.
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Prohibition - ColumbiaPrice: Expensive• American• Columbia
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4.4
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Jay
South Carolina •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
When we got sat we found out we didn’t have the right count to include two kids… when we asked the host staff to see if we could move to another table, they were more than gracious and understanding and coordinated the move. They were patient and set us up at another table. We were able to enjoy our meal and the kids were able to spread out. Many thanks to the host staff. We have been having a family Christmas Eve dinner for many years and this staff has always been attentive and helpful.
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Ruth's Chris Steak House - ColumbiaPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Columbia
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4.1
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Richard
Asheville / Western North Carolina •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We were a table of 12. Great menu selection and all meals came out hot together. Service was the best. Osso bucco and pork chop entrees are highly recommended. Will be back.
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Saluda'sPrice: Moderate• American• Columbia
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4.9
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Xander
South Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Amazing cocktails and great food. This is a terrific place to spend a happy hour or for a great family style meal!
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MOA Korean BBQ & Bar - ColumbiaPrice: Expensive• Asian• Columbia
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4.8
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Robin
South Carolina •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
My son’s order was not sent to the kitchen, but they did bring one of his requested items and made it complimentary. Overall a great lunch spot
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Boku- ColumbiaPrice: Moderate• Asian• Columbia
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4.3

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20 restaurants available nearby

1. California Dreaming - Columbia - Priority Seating

2. Saluda's

3. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Columbia

4. Prohibition - Columbia

5. MOA Korean BBQ & Bar - Columbia

6. Boku- Columbia

7. Iron Hill Brewery - Columbia, SC

8. Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse - Columbia

9. Top of Carolina

10. Publico Kitchen & Tap - Igloo Parties Only

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