As one of the country’s oldest planned cities,
Columbia, South Carolina is rife with tradition, be it the prominence of its museums, the legacy of its educational institutions, or the warmth of its hospitality. Upon this foundation, however, the city is ever evolving, and its culinary scene is no exception. Though Columbia’s quintessential dishes such as pimento cheese and Carolina barbecue remain a fixture, a wave of creativity has elevated the local dining scene, which spans from farm-to-table menus to carefully curated markets. Better still, thanks to the region’s temperate climate, outdoor dining is an option all year long, just one of the safe, distanced ways you can enjoy the city’s delicious discoveries.