Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Columbia

"Like many communities, visitors will find national food chains featuring subs, pizza, seafood, chicken, pasta, tacos, burgers and donuts. The true “taste” of Cayce-West Columbia, though, can found in our homegrown diners, cafes and restaurants serving country breakfasts, lunch and dinner, plus ethnic cuisine like Greek, Mexican, Chinese and Thai, among others. Always feel comfortable in asking our residents where they dine or if they’ll recommend a local favorite."

"If you’re on Main St on a week night or the weekend, you’re likely to see a huge crowd around Bourbon and for good reason!. This modern restaurant brings a unique scene to downtown with its craft cocktails and urban vibe. Don’t fear the community table either, you’ll probably meet someone new and have a great time."

"Forgot the bartenders name but he made an incredible Old Fashioned and was kind enough to teach us a little bit about all... (803) 403-1404Order online. Superb218 Reviews4.5"

"For some of the freshest seafood and best atmosphere around, try Pearlz Oyster Bar. This rustic restaurant serves up a mix of shellfish and local seafood, and is part of the Sustainable Seafood Initiative. The raw bar offers a range of oyster varieties, including Low country and Gulf oysters, while the rest of the menu consists of all manner of seafood concoctions, including tuna tartar, steamed mussels and oyster sliders."

"Growing up in west Texas, the only time we ever ate seafood was on vacation to the beach. Now that I live on the east coast, I have found a love for raw oysters and fresh seafood more & more. Shane and I both love it and we were so excited to find Pearlz in the heart of our city."

"A post shared by bpattie (@brian_pattie) on Dec 20, 2018 at 3:12pm PST. The Pearlz Oyster Bar is one of the most bizarre yet amazing restaurants in the Vista. They specialize in serving only the freshest seafood while in a very casual dining atmosphere."

"Find your way to 929 Kitchen & Bar and fascinate your senses with delicious vegan and meat options. This bar is sophisticated and serves Korean delights with a contemporary twist. Try their kimchi nachos, tacos, salads, bibimbap, noodles, and more."

"This modern take on Korean offers a menu that finds a fan in everyone. If you like to sit at the bar and have a cocktail before dinner, this is the place. Their custom cocktail menu is amazing and the drinks are potent and wonderful."

"Gervais & Vine has a wonderful wine selection that goes along perfectly with the tasty dishes. Everything about this spot is elegantly placed to give you the best romantic scene in town. Gervais & Vine also has a bar and outdoor seating in case you’d like to enjoy a different scenery."

"The Social Bar and Lounge is more popular amongst the younger Columbia community. This nightclub features electronic music and neon lights that attract plenty of college students. It also offers a VIP balcony, cocktails lounge, and a rustic patio where that hosts the best local bands."

"This is one of the Columbian night spots that closes a bit earlier but is worth the early visit. Grill Marks Definitely served the largest portions of American food you will find on the strip. It offers plenty of unique hamburger selections and serves some mind blowing milkshakes."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by TinLizzysCantina (@tinlizzyscantina) on Nov 1, 2018 at 9:06am PDT"

"EdVenture is the largest children's museum in the Southeast, located in Columbia. It opened to the public in 2003 and has 8 galleries covering 67,000 square feet (6,200 m2), plus hands-on exhibits, 2 resource centers, and a 200-seat theater. 40,000 square feet (4,000 m2) of the total 67,000 square feet (6,200 m2) is devoted to exhibit galleries, laboratories and visitor amenities."

"EdVenture is one of the best children’s museums in South Carolina. You kids will have a blast while learning. All their exhibits are hands-on and allow them to role play and explore the world around them."

"Columbia’s cultural center has matured rapidly in the 20 years since it moved to Main Street. With 22,000 square feet of gallery space, the CMA has a custom-made Chihuly chandelier hanging at its main entrance and has hosted impressive traveling exhibits, including ones by Henri Matisse, Imogen Cunningham, and Salvador Dali. The permanent collection shows a timeline of American and European history from antiquity to modern times."

"Abundant with immaculate paintings and sculptures, a museum date through Columbia Museum of Art is always guaranteed success. Founded in 1950, Columbia Museum of Art is home to internationally renowned art pieces, some of which come from ancient Meditteranean times and showcases early Greek culture. Recently, the museum also opened galleries that feature modern artists such as Andy Warhol and Van Gogh."

"South Carolina's historical records dating back to 1671 can be viewed in these extensive archives. A changing but always fascinating schedule of exhibits delves deeper into the state's rich past. Read more about South Carolina Department of Archives and History →"

"Chocolate Nirvana Bakery focuses its business on Godiva Chocolate Cakes which are known to be perfect for all types of special occasions. Two of their most popular selections are the Chocolate Grand Marnier and Pumpkin Cheesecake. Chocolate Nirvana Bakery also offers cupcakes and petit fours."

"Historic Columbia is a non-profit organization aiming to protect the city’s extensive cultural and social past, which it does by preserving a number of historical buildings and landmarks around the city. The Historic House Museum is one of these buildings, a site consisting of four different properties, all with fascinating and intriguing backstories. The Woodrow Wilson Family Home here, for example, was once the home of the USA’s 28th president, who lived in the mansion in 1871."

"This elegant Classical Revival townhouse Robert Mills designed in 1823 for Ainsley Hall, a wealthy Columbia merchan, and his wife Sarah, was one of the very few private homes this prominent American architect designed. He was much more famous for his public buildings such as the Washington Monument. The house originally served as a seminary and a bible college until 1961 when it was meticulously restored and opened as a historic house museum."

"The Robert Mills House and Gardens are truly amazing spots for sightseeing, especially if you see lots of fun in architecture and arts. The home building is the creation of the titular Robert Mills, and it’s a townhouse in the style of Classical Revival elegance. It was made in 1823 for a wealthy merchant of Columbia named Ainsley Hall and his wife."

"It is owned by a midwife, Celia Mann, who was the first African-American woman in Columbia to own property before the Civil War. This was the early nineteenth century and was therefore important news for all African-American people. It is a beautiful white house that has been transformed up until today, with new rooms being added."