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1. The Collective Offshore
4.4
Awesome(140)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Columbia
Booked 14 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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2. 18th & 21st
4.8
Exceptional(1571)
Price: Expensive
• Speakeasy • Columbia
Booked 21 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 Named after the Constitutional Amendment that enacted Prohibition and then subsequent Amendment that repealed it, 18th & 21st promises to bring back a bygone era through an elevated, tailored evening experience.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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3. Smashing Grapes - Columbia
4.3
Awesome(210)
Price: Very Expensive
• Wine Bar • Columbia
Booked 27 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.
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4. Blackwall Barn & Lodge
4.4
Awesome(653)
Price: Moderate
• American • Columbia
Booked 47 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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5. The Food Market - Columbia
4.7
Exceptional(2202)
Price: Moderate
• American • Columbia
Booked 56 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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6. Medium Rare - Columbia, MD
4.5
Awesome(213)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Columbia
Booked 15 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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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.
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8. Seasons 52 - Columbia
4.7
Exceptional(4258)
Price: Expensive
• American • Columbia
Booked 42 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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9. Glenwood's - Stanford Grill: Columbia
4.7
Exceptional(8223)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Columbia
Booked 51 times today
Blueridge Restaurants Group, the owner of Stanford Grill, recently changed the name to Glenwood’s so that the name could be trademarked, and used outside of the Maryland region.At Glenwood's, food is our passion. With a unique focus on creating an inviting upscale casual dining experience, we serve fresh, familiar food in a high-energy, sophisticated setting. Our chefs prepare full-flavored food from scratch daily, using fresh seasonal ingredients. We stay true to classic American comfort food that is simple, but deliciously prepared. A knowledgeable team approach provides unwavering attention to delighting our guests with warm and consistent service. Stanford Grill's timeless atmosphere appeals to discerning adults who are seeking a dining experience that is energetic, upscale but approachable.
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10. The Walrus Oyster & Ale House - Columbia
4.6
Exceptional(160)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Columbia
Booked 3 times today
Welcome to The Walrus in Columbia, locally owned and operated and home to “Maryland’s Best Lobster Roll”, ranked nationally as one of the “10 Best Sandwiches in the US”. We pride ourselves on our scratch kitchen, craft cocktail program, and local beers. We have one of the largest selections of fresh shucked oysters in the area, an array of fresh seafood dishes, and a daily changing feature menu. Sit back, relax and follow the Walrus to an unforgettable dining experience!

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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
  • Fashionista
    Washington, D.C. Area •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Dinner for 2. Visited on a Saturday night in early March, had an 8 pm reservation. 18th and 21st is lovely and I would definitely come again for the drinks, jazz music, and ambiance. Had the scallops, red snapper, caesar salad, and mushroom soup. The food is ok, I’d rate it a 6 out of 10, although I had soft crab sliders which were so wonderful that I would rate 8 out of 10. I also had two delicious pear mojitos. Our server Abel was absolutely awesome. The band and music were perfect, and despite it being a place that offers live music, it never gets so loud that you can’t hold a conversation. I would definitely go again.
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    18th & 21stPrice: Expensive• Speakeasy• Columbia
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    4.8
  • 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
  • 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
  • Stanley
    Baltimore / Maryland •98 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Feb 22, 2025
    We really like your restaurant. However you advertise being a seafood restaurant and the number of actual fish options are very limited. The fish we had was excellent but we would love a bigger variety.
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    The Collective OffshorePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Columbia
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    4.4

Discover best date night restaurants in Columbia

Discover the perfect spots for a romantic evening in Columbia, Baltimore Suburb. Our carefully curated selection of restaurants offers an array of dining options that cater to the ambiance of a special date night. From intimate settings with soft lighting and cozy decor to establishments known for their innovative cuisine and expertly crafted cocktails, each restaurant promises a memorable experience. The dining scene in this area is characterized by its diverse culinary offerings and commitment to quality, ensuring that every meal is not just eaten, but thoroughly enjoyed. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot to converse or a more vibrant atmosphere with live entertainment, you'll find a venue that suits your date night desires. Embrace the charm and sophistication of Columbia’s dining establishments and make your next date night truly unforgettable.

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