Family restaurants columbia, sc

[rizzo0904]

My family will be going to Columbia in May for my sister's graduation. There will be 8 of us ranging from 30-86 years old. Needless to say, there are many different food preferences in this group.

Any recommendations for good family restaurants - where there is something for everyone??

Thanks!

[izzizzi]

For a good quality meal Hapton St. Vineyard is probably your best bet, though I've also heard good things about Saluda's. Both are expensive. For less expensive I may try Harper's. It's not a bad ambaience and the foods pretty good.

[SweetPea]

I have heard Saluda's has gone downhill in food quality.

[Suzy Q]

I used to love Garibaldi's, but I haven't been to Columbia in several years. Is it still there, and if so, still good?

[SweetPea]

It's still there. I think it's good but I always get the flounder. I try to branch out, but just can't seem to do it. They bought the John Paul's location on Assembly near Gervais, but nothing seems to be happening when I drive by and look.

[SweetPea]

May 2008? I'm awed. I can't seem to plan for next week. Dinner, right? These are higher end and close to the University.

Hampton St. Vineyard - has a private room that you may find nice
Motor Supply - porch would be nice then
Terra - has a nice large patio area
Ristorante Divino
Mr. Friendly's

Keep checking - who knows what new spots will be open by then

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[ap1994]

All of the above are good. Some additional considerations - Hennessy's, Saluda's - both very nice, good atmospheres. No matter where you choose, make a reservation EARLY and that goes for hotels too. If you need a hotel, I'd recommend the Hampton Inn on Gervais - it's very high end for a Hampton Inn and convenient. Again, book early. All the restaurants above and in my list are expensive. If you want something more reasonable in price, post again.

[SweetPea]

I recently heard a downhill alert for Saluda's.

[izzizzi]

haha...I didn't read your post! My mother's office just hosted a party there and she said the food was really good. BTW note to any columbians: went to capitol cafe today for lunch and liked it alot. I got the chicken gyro...just ok, have had much better (zorba's is pretty good) but my friend got the shrimp burger which was delicious. Cookie for dessert was good, but I prefer mine chewy. Anyway, I love the seating area and can't wait to try breakfast (SWEET POTATO PANCAKES!!!). I have a slight obsession with sweet potatoes...

[SweetPea]

Apparently I forgot I posted and did it again! I haven't eaten there for a year or so but it was good then. A friend and wife who were fans gave it the thumbs down and now are big on Soltice.