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Saturday mornings, Main Street turns into a lively makers’ market of small producers, food stalls, and buskers. Recognized by Southern Living for showcasing the city’s spirit, it’s the best snapshot of Columbia in one stroll.
Lively market with 150+ vendors: food, crafts, local wares
1300-1700 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201 Get directions
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Fast food restaurant · Columbia
Classic chain known for burgers and fries, offers mobile app
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Barbecue restaurant · Shandon
Pork-centric Ktown spot, a la carte ordering, melt-in-your-mouth
Restaurant · Downtown
Industrial haunt with Cajun & Creole bites, whiskey & brunch
4 Postcards
Deli · Wheeler Hill
Pimento cheese, sandwiches, brunch, desserts, beer & wine
Bakery · Hollywood
Philly-style soft pretzels, pretzel dogs, pizza & dips
Creative small plates, hearty mains, and rooftop cocktails
2 Postcards
Movie theater · Downtown
Independent cinema showing indie, foreign & documentary films
Fine dining restaurant · Downtown
Upscale seafood and steakhouse with craft cocktails and wine
Asian restaurant · Gervais Street Corridor
Creative sushi, wok dishes, artful presentations, local art
Italian restaurant · Shandon
Gourmet thin-crust pizza, pasta & imported wine served in comfortable surrounds
3 Postcards