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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 trucks, artisan crafts
1300-1700 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201 Get directions
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Beer garden · Columbia
Authentic German lagers, bratwurst, schnitzel, and riverfront biergarten
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Pizza restaurant · Shandon
Brick-oven pizza, Italian plates, brunch, and a lively bar
Hotel · Downtown
Eclectic boutique hotel with art, local flair, and unique rooms
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Restaurant · Gervais Street Corridor
Wild game, seafood, burgers, steaks, cocktails, wine
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Deli · Wheeler Hill
NYC Italian-style deli meets Southern signatures, pimento cheese
Restaurant · Belleview
Southern farm-to-table fare, pit-smoked meats & craft cocktails
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Deli · Shandon
Generous portions of devine cinnamon rolls and breakfast dishes
Soul food restaurant · Whitehall
Southern fare, fried chicken, waffles, and cocktails
Movie theater · Downtown
Independent cinema showing indie, foreign & documentary films
Wine bar · Downtown
Wine and cocktail bar with pasta, fried chicken, and cozy vibe
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