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Motor Supply Company Bistro, Columbia, SC

Motor Supply Company Bistro

4.7
4.7
3912 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Located in the historic Congaree Vista Motor Supply has been serving progressive, New World cuisine using classic French culinary techniques for over 20 years. The menu features contemporary New American cuisine, with nods to Creole, Cajun, New Southern, French, Italian and Asian cuisine. We are Columbia's foremost "farm to fork" restaurant, working with local, sustainable farms for produce, meats, SC seafood and more. Seafood is caught off of the Carolina coast, and all of our stocks, sauces and desserts are made on site, including our charcuterie, with house-made sausages, bacon, country pate, and rillettes, all the way down to the pickles and mustard. Our early 19th century, solid-oak bar with marble columns, imported from Europe, serves 180+ fine wines, an extensive list of imported, domestic and local craft beers, as well as an artisan farm-to-shaker cocktail list made from house-infused liquors, handmade bitters, barrel-aged spirits and locally-sourced ingredients and garnishes.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 11:00–14:00 Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00–14:00 Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (803) 256-6687
  • Website
    http://www.motorsupplycobistro.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    920 Gervais St., Columbia, SC 29201
  • Area
    Columbia
  • Cross Street
    Park and Lincoln Sts.
  • Parking details
    Free valet parking Tuesday-Saturday evenings and Tuesday-Friday at lunch. Parking lot with ~20 spaces. Easily accessible street parking.
  • Public transit
    There are several public transit stops throughout the Columbia, SC downtown area, one of which is located a half-block from Motor Supply Co. Bistro. During the evenings, especially on weekends, taxis are readily available throughout the Vista.
  • Entertainment
    Koger Center for the Arts, Columbia Museum of Art, Colonial Life Arena, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center; local bars, clubs and nightlife; several hotels and shopping venues all within walking distance in the Vista
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 3,912 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Motor Supply Company Bistro offers a "wonderful dining experience" with its fresh farm-to-table menu and "outstanding service." Guests rave about dishes like shrimp and grits, duck, and swordfish. The restaurant's "friendly and knowledgeable" staff enhance the upscale dining atmosphere, ensuring patrons have "great food" and a memorable visit.

3,912 Reviews

  1. Connie

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have eaten at Motor Supply several times. The food, the service, and the atmosphere is wonderful. The manager always comes by to check how we are doing. Our favorite in Columbia!

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  2. Michael

    E. Tennessee

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 22 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best duck I’ve had in years!!! Last duck like this was In Amboise, France

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  3. Danielle

    Atlanta Metro

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 9 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place! Farm to table to menu changes slightly daily, but always solid. Brought out of town guests there and everyone loved it!!

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  4. Brad

    Baltimore

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 6 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome as always. Wish they would bring back the BEC at brunch.

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  5. Kevin

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I celebrated our anniversary here last week and it was fantastic. The drinks were delicious, the food was unbelievably good, and the service was excellent. Katy was very nice and did a great job answering any questions we had, timing our service perfectly, and checking in on us whenever we needed it. Chef Thomas even came to make sure everything was to our liking. We come here often for date nights and special occasions, and this visit ensured that we will continue to do so for a long time.

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  6. William

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    All our food items were well seasoned and tasted wonderful. Service was pleasant and efficient.

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  7. Danielle

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 22 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dining experience. Beautiful setting, great service and delicious food. We will absolutely be back!

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  8. Suxi

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 22 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our son is a senior and it was our first visit to Motor Supply Company. We went for Sunday brunch and it was a delicious way to cap off our last parents weekend. Great food and service. Lovely atmosphere!

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  9. Rich

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 22 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went during the University of South Carolina’s Family Weekend and first time there in a couple of years and Motor Supply Company Bistro did not disappoint. The food, the atmosphere, and the service were all outstanding. Was very busy but our server was always checking in to see how we were and enjoying our meal. The brunch menu has something for everyone, and there was not a bite left on any plate. Looking forward to going back during our next visit to Columbia, SC!

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  10. Andrés

    Panama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente comida y servicio. La ambientación muy hermosa. Solo les faltó tener café espresso para que la experiencia fuera perfecta.

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FAQs

Motor Supply Company Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (803) 256-6687.

Motor Supply Company Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 3912 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Motor Supply Company Bistro

920 Gervais St., Columbia, SC 29201

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Park and Lincoln Sts.
  • Area
    Columbia
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 11:00–14:00 Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00–14:00 Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic, Creole / Cajun / Southern
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Free valet parking Tuesday-Saturday evenings and Tuesday-Friday at lunch. Parking lot with ~20 spaces. Easily accessible street parking.
  • Public transit
    There are several public transit stops throughout the Columbia, SC downtown area, one of which is located a half-block from Motor Supply Co. Bistro. During the evenings, especially on weekends, taxis are readily available throughout the Vista.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Koger Center for the Arts, Columbia Museum of Art, Colonial Life Arena, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center; local bars, clubs and nightlife; several hotels and shopping venues all within walking distance in the Vista
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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