25 Essential Columbia Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Columbia.
Chutney Indian Restaurant
Maryland
Casual eatery featuring traditional Indian dishes, including vegetarian options, plus a full bar.
Dave's Hot Chicken
Maryland
an everyday essential table known for disciplined chicken restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 82.7.
Little Caesars Pizza
Maryland
Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.
Boro Kabob
Columbia, Maryland
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Sonoma's Bar & Grill
Columbia, Maryland
High-energy sports bar & American grill offers many TVs, weekend live music & trivia nights.
The Iron Bridge Wine Company
Columbia, Maryland
Warm, cozy cafe presenting a seasonal New American menu & a celebrated wine collection.
ROCO Kitchen + Coffee
Columbia, Maryland
Offerings: Coffee. Dining options: Breakfast. Parking: Free parking lot.
Philly's Best Pizza & Subs, Columbia MD
Columbia, Maryland
Straight-up restaurant offering pizzas, sandwiches & other grub plus take-out & delivery capability.
Hunan Manor
Columbia, Maryland
Veteran hub for classic Chinese food in a spacious setting outfitted with fish tanks & Asian decor.
Shuyi Grass Jelly & Tea Columbia 书亦烧仙草
Columbia, Maryland
Identifies as Asian-owned, Identifies as women-owned. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot.
Pho La Cay
Columbia, Maryland
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great tea selection. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Columbia, Maryland
Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.
Elliott's Craft Kitchen
Columbia, Maryland
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Peter Chang
Columbia, Maryland
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great tea selection. Popular for.
Pizza Boli's
Columbia, Maryland
Down-to-earth Italian chain restaurant serving up pizzas, sandwiches, wings & salads.
Maiwand Kabob
Columbia, Maryland
Local counter-serve chain featuring kebabs & other traditional Afghani dishes in a stylish space.
Hunan Diamond
Columbia, Maryland
Low-key counter-serve Chinese eatery featuring a lengthy menu of traditional dishes.
Subway
Columbia, Maryland
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
Kong Pocha
Columbia, Maryland
Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Delicias Dayana
Columbia, Maryland
Service options: Delivery, Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Yaar Spice Indian Restaurant Columbia
Columbia, Maryland
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Charleys Cheesesteaks
Columbia, Maryland
Counter-service chain offering a range of Philly-style cheesesteaks, loaded fries & lemonades.
Main Event Columbia
Columbia, Maryland
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection.
Pho Dat Thanh
Columbia, Maryland
Casual option for large bowls of pho, with a lengthy menu of other Vietnamese dishes & a full bar.
Momo Hub Clarksville
Columbia, Maryland
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.