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1. The Food Market - Columbia

4.7

Exceptional(2202)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 73 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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2. Blackwall Barn & Lodge

4.4

Awesome(653)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 48 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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3. Medium Rare - Columbia, MD

4.5

Awesome(213)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Columbia

Booked 21 times today

A Diner's Choice Award winner for the last 12 years! Legendary Medium Rare offers a unique, prix fixe dinning experience of artisan bread; a mixed green salad; prime, dry-aged steak; and hand-cut fries (Vegetarian option always available) in a relaxed, fun, environment. Please allow us 15 minutes to seat you after your full party has arrived and after checkin at our host stand. As we do only one thing, we do our best to make the food and experience exceptional and also a good value. We also serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday's with a great prix fixe including French Toast, Steak and Eggs, Eggs Benedict and bottomless Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Screwdrivers. WALK INS and CALL AHEAD seating are always welcomed..

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4. Smashing Grapes - Columbia

4.3

Awesome(210)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Wine Bar • Columbia

Booked 40 times today

A haven for food and wine enthusiasts, where sophistication meets warmth in Columbia MD. Located in the renowned Merriweather District (Think concerts, live events, and entertainment), Smashing Grapes offers a unique dining experience, combining upscale ambiance with exceptional food and wine offerings. The wine list is a focal point, showcasing a curated collection of fine wines from around the world, including rare vintages and boutique selections. With a Sommelier on premise to guide you through pairings, ensuring an enhanced culinary experience. Chef Anthony has designed the menu to complement the wine offerings, often featuring seasonal ingredients and expertly crafted dishes with global or contemporary influences. With live music offerings on Friday and Saturday nights, before transforming into a world class brunch destination on Sundays.

5. 18th & 21st

4.8

Exceptional(1571)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Speakeasy • Columbia

Booked 20 times today

18th & 21st brings something fresh and classic to Columbia, Maryland. Named after the Constitutional Amendment that enacted Prohibition and then subsequent Amendment that repealed it, 18th & 21st promises to bring back a bygone era through an elevated, tailored evening experience. Our food and cocktails reflect the feel of prohibition supper clubs. This not to say we're stuck in the past, but rather that we try and emulate the style of that era. That means beautiful presentation, careful crafting, and perfect pairings to keep your night on beat. Combined with live music, this creates an unparalleled experience for the discerning and adventurous looking for a sophisticated evening. Due to the nature of the experience at 18th & 21st we request that all diners be over the age of eighteen.

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6. Clove and Cardamom

4.6

Exceptional(153)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Columbia

Booked 7 times today

To create an ambiance where you can savor specialized Italian, Asian, Mediterranean, Greek, and Indian cuisines to suit your moods.

7. Cured Tap & Table

4.6

Exceptional(1495)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 18 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.

8. Vacation

5.0

Exceptional(0)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Vacation is an outdoor dining concept by Chef Chad Gauss located next to The Food Market Columbia. We take great pride in our inclusive and positive work environment. We love seeing our staff grow into new roles, while remaining true to their passions, styles and goals. We are thrilled to have another restaurant in Howard County because the people are wonderful and the community is welcoming.

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9. Seasons 52 - Columbia

4.7

Exceptional(4259)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Columbia

Booked 30 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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10. The Collective Offshore

4.4

Awesome(140)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Columbia

Booked 20 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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Updated on 3/14/2025

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AndrewVIP
Hawaii •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was delicious and our server was top notch!
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The Food Market - ColumbiaPrice: Moderate• American• Columbia
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4.7
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TonyVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •70 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
As usual, a very good dining experience at Medium Rare. You can count on good food and service at the Columbia location.
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Medium Rare - Columbia, MDPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Columbia
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4.5
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Panda
Washington, D.C. Area •49 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
This is a lovely restaurant with good service and very good food. We had the mussels, which we excellent, and a very fresh Bibb salad. The blueberry cobbler was good, but more like a blueberry bread pudding. The wine list was impressive. Very clean.
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Smashing Grapes - ColumbiaPrice: Very Expensive• Wine Bar• Columbia
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4.3
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PaulVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Good service and awesome food … great experience!
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Blackwall Barn & LodgePrice: Moderate• American• Columbia
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4.4
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HopeVIP
Orlando / Central Florida East •17 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
If you don't like very spicy, ask for mild. Otherwise we will go back and try the small plates ..Naan was very good and all food was served sizzling.
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Clove and CardamomPrice: Moderate• Indian• Columbia
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4.6

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