The War Mouth

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The War Mouth

Restaurant · Belleview

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1209 Franklin St, Columbia, SC 29201

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At this charming gastropub in historic Earlewood, indulge in creative Southern comfort dishes paired with seasonal cocktails and an inviting atmosphere.  

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"Located in Cottontown, one of Columbia’s oldest planned suburbs, the War Mouth has become a neighborhood favorite since its 2015 inception. Owners and founders Porter Barron and Rhett Elliott wanted to bring whole-hog barbecue to local diners looking for a place to eat, drink, and enjoy a neighborhood hang. The menu is full of creative takes on classic dishes from the Midlands and the Pee Dee. Outdoor seating is adjacent to the smoker, the heart of the restaurant. Executive chef Harold Pendleton joins other members of the War Mouth family to tend that smoker into the wee hours of the morning, socializing as they transform turkey, brisket, chicken wings, or whole hogs into the deliciously smoky meats that the restaurant is known for." - Anne Wolfe Postic

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"Fashioned from a tin made for holding breath mints, this tiny cooking surface is powered by a single briquette of charcoal. It doesn’t seem especially practical, unless you’re cooking for a small family of mice, but the design is allegedly powerful enough to grill an entire hot dog, which is pretty impressive considering its size." - Amy McCarthy

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"It’s advised to try several cocktails at once at the War Mouth. Bar Manager David Adedokun plans them as a group each season based on what’s inspiring him from Midland farms and far off travels. The barbecue-leaning restaurant is an anchor in historic Earlewood with delicious iterations of hash and rice and deviled eggs. Punchy decor and indoor/outdoor seating make the War Mouth a worthy destination." - Stephanie Burnette

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Google
Great all-around little hole in the wall, fantastic service, great food, and really just an interesting place to eat. The atmosphere basically gave off a more redneck feeling, mounted animals, southern food, open air dining, and so much more. Well grilled juicy burgers, raw fries, even pork belly bits, not really much of a selection on the menu, but the foods they do have, it's taste well makes up for limited options. They even have desert.

S S

Google
Super open and homey atmosphere. Very neat spot. Our bartender was amazing, the drinks were tasty, and he was friendly. Pork belly was flavorful and mmm the chicken bog was delicious.

Suzanne Davenport

Google
We enjoyed a date night here earlier week. The menu is concise so it should be easy to order! Definitely recommend getting the corn bread!! Also, I almost never order a burger out because they are typically not seasoned to my liking but THIS burger hit the spot, Possibly the best burger I’ve had at a restaurant in Columbia!

Charissa Kopecko

Google
I can’t even. It was by far the best meal I have had in the longest time. Amazing drink selections, the pub chips 🤤 the chicken meal, meatloaf, to die for. A must stop. Like I said, I can’t even, go. Just go there.

Brooke “Brookie Cookie”

Google
The service here was good. Friendly waitress and attentative to our drinks. However the food was not good. Tried the cornbread reuben it was very chewy and had alot of fat on it. Was not abke to eat it notified the waitress and she talked me into having the burger. The burger sadly was undercooked to my liking. I cut into it and blood came out so it made me too uncomfortable to eat. The cornbread and eggs were okay tasting. The bourbon pie was good. Also the price for the egg seems steep. You get one egg for $4.

Michael Placa

Google
The pulled pork was chucks of pork that may have been fried and sauced. No beef ribs or brisket on this menu. The ribs are not tender. Service was excellent. Place is cute. Probably a very nice play to hangout when it's warmer outside. Skip the pork belly appetizer. Nothing was bad. Just not good.

Cindy B

Google
My daughter treated me for a birthday meal here. Neither she nor I have ate here before. Delicious catfish and grits the young lady who served us was amazing. The atmosphere is very relaxing and friendly. I loved the spiced cider. Will return!

Jessica G.

Google
I always wish I could give 1/2 stars because some things are not worth the full star, but this will do. My husband and I enjoyed our experience. It was our first time eating here. It is a bit pricey so if you're on a budget I don't recommend going or only go for special occasions. We enjoyed our drinks and the cheese board. My husband got quail and waffles, which he loved. I got the bbq plate with ribs. I liked the bbq, but the ribs are smoked, and that's not my thing. Also, the mustard bbq sauce they put on it is a bit spicy, and I'm not one to eat a lot of spicy stuff. I am gluten-free, and I contacted them beforehand about their options, which they have. I told the waiter I was gluten-free, and that is an allergy, but I was still served 2 rolls on my plate. I just removed the rolls and didn't make a big deal about it, but the waiter didn't even recognize the error when he came and checked on us. We also had the strawberry ice cream for dessert. You are quite packed into the place, so people sit very close to you, making for a not so intimate atmosphere. We overall enjoyed our experience and will probably go back in the future.

Gregory L.

Yelp
Very interesting food selections and I like all that I saw. I had the fried chicken sandwich and pimento cheese appetizer. Both were satisfying. The service was exceptional. Our server was attentive and helpful.

Derek T.

Yelp
Upper Scale Southern Classics with a Twist. The War Mouth is one of my go-to spots for a nice dinner. Their rotating menu features Southern classics with a flare. They have really solid BBQ and a good homemade Hot sauce. Another great option for this spot is their cocktail menu and bar. They feature some nice rotating cocktails that pair well with the menu items. All in all, if you're looking for a spot to take a date or a bit more of an upper-class BBQ experience this is the spot.

Alyssa G.

Yelp
Our friends introduced us to the War Mouth and we recently tried their brunch which was fabulous. It had great options, such a laid back atmosphere, and was the service was so fast. We went after a huge home football game and have to say it was not crowded and we were in and out so fast! I absolutely love this spot and the fact that it is farm-to-table is such a plus!

S S.

Yelp
The food here is excellent, and the service was also great. My one issue is that they have terrible high chairs that do not have a middle strap to hold your child in the seat. As a new parent I did not think about this right away and was not informed she could fall through the seat. Well, she fell through the seat and luckily she caught her self with her arms. This terrified her. I was told by the waitress they usually let people know that could happen. It's infuriating because they could just add a strap to the chairs. I brought my daughter here for her 1 year birthday because she loves to be out around people and it's exciting for her. When she fell through the chair it was terrifying for her, and her back was really red afterward. Luckily there was nothing serious. We had a foldout chair we ended up using to solve the issue. If you know something is an issue, why not fix that issue? It's crazy they would rather risk a baby falling through a high chair instead of spending a few dollars to put a strap in the center to hold the baby in place or buy new high chairs. Again, service, food, and atmosphere are amazing but take a little time to think about the actual damage your baby seats can cause to a small child. A few screws and one strap is all you need. Please just fix this shit.

Gordon Y.

Yelp
Cuisine: 7 Service: 7 Decor: 7 Value: 7 Overall: 7 From my scores, you can see that it's a good restaurant across the board. Not necessarily memorable and a place I want to come back to, but certainly wouldn't mind eating here when nearby. Chicken Bog - This was the reason I came. I never had such a local dish before. My conclusion is that it's somewhat like a porridge. Tasty, but nothing I must have. Wood Smoked Pork Ribs - Pretty good. I can taste the smoke, while the meat was quite moist and flavorful. Probably best dish of the night. Fried Chicken Gizzards - Definitely over fried and tough to chew. Seasoning on the breading was also lacking. Smoked Fish Dip - I have had some amazing fish dips in Spain and other parts of Europe. This was not that quality unfortunately. Ok, but not worth the price. Server was friendly and helpful. Space looked quite nice too. Maybe I'll give it another go in the future.

Craig R.

Yelp
Great food fabulous service. I highly recommend this if you are in the Columbia area

Minsoo K.

Yelp
We recently dined at The War Mouth during Prime Rib Mondays, and the prime rib was really good--definitely a solid choice. We also ordered the deviled eggs, which were good, but not as special as I expected based on the hype. Unfortunately, they were out of baked potatoes, so we got the raw fries instead, and they were good too. The crispy pork belly and the salad were delicious. But the real star was the cornbread with honey and spread--it was impressive and tasty!

Alice F.

Yelp
This place has become one of our go-to places in Columbia! It's a great combination of good food and down-to-earth service. Boaty has taken care of us the two times we have been to The War Mouth, and we appreciate his expertise, guidance, and genuine hospitality. The barbecue has always been what we wanted, but now the catfish is going to be a close second. We've been here both during the day and evening, and I prefer the ambiance slightly in the daytime as it feels a little more open with light. Reasonable prices, generous portions, and friendly service--definitely a winner in Columbia.

Ami A.

Yelp
Loved this gastro pub located in an old service station! The interior is festive and fun with indoor and outdoor seating. The menu is southern with a twist. They have bbq as well as steak, sandwiches, seafood and fish. Everything was great! We had drinks and dinner.

Wayne M.

Yelp
Wonderful locale, excellent service, beer and spirits selection, and food! Fantastic experience!

Jesse S.

Yelp
We ate dinner there last night after our sons graduation the food was very good. The ribs were excellent a bit spicy but very flavorful. We were a little wary about the place being where it's located, but I'm not familiar with that neighborhood. It was very good would definitely make a second trip to eat dinner there again that is saying a lot for the restaurants in Columbia. The pulled pork sandwich was very good as well TASTY The prices are not bad either

Sam C.

Yelp
It's been a while since we ate here. Last time the service was great but the BBQ was more than a bit spicy. (and I like spicy). This time the food was perfect and the service was good as well. Definitely worth another trip.

Elyse H.

Yelp
Ummmmmm I have been waiting to try this place, and let me tell you it did not disappoint! This place is awesome. The atmosphere is great, the staff is super friendly, the food is amazing, the cocktails are delicious! I would 100% recommend it! Will we go back? Absolutely! Add this to your must try list.

Mike P.

Yelp
Sometimes trendy type places lack on service as compared to traditional full service restaurants and I have seen reviews that allude to that being the case here. I found the staff to be engaged and helpful. The whole hog approach to serving great BBQ gives the meat a deeper flavor profile and made me happy. I suggest experimenting with the different sauces after you take a bite of the meat without sauce.

MJ R.

Yelp
Ok...totally done with The War Mouth and their "gypping" customer on ingredients. If you wanna have local support, get your act together! Ordered the smoked turkey sandwich tonight, which over the past yeR has been fabulous. Tonight...ordered my "go-to" and NO BACON JAM!!! Do you know what made that sandwich exceptional? The bacon jam. And although TOMATOE BACON JAM was written CLEARLY on the menu's description. And when I brought it to my server's attention, she attempted to rectify the situation and was told by the cook that they "no longer make this". REALLY???? Then take it OFF the friggin' menu! And charge me less, by the way, because the key to that sandwhich is certainly NOT the orange processed cheddar! The poor waitress offered tomato jam as an alternative, which was nice but c'mon. Tomato versus bacon? We all know the difference in that taste. If this type of thing was the first time it happened to me here...maybe. But this is a consistent deceiving practice by this place and it sucks for the customer and for their staff. They did the same nonsense back in 2017 when swapped out the listed cheeses on a salad for a lower quality cheese but refused to change the price and not being honest about it. The poor server said this was the first she's heard that they don't even make it anymore! What a shame for her. She was so nice too. We would never take it out on her of course..but some people would. This is beyond ridiculous! Poor communication all around from kitchen to FOH obviously because had the server mentioned this caveat up front, .like ..."hey..we no longer have bacon jam", I, the customer, would have certainly made another selection. Because again...it was the KEY ingredient to the quality of this dish. Needless to say, my dog is now enjoying my dinner from the WarMouth. Again..if you are going to list ingredients to a dish...and charge an amount for that dish...then put ALL of the ingredients in the dish...or here's a thought..update the menu so you don't appear deceptive. Again...fool me once..fine...fool me twice...DONE! Rabbit parpardelle? Have to admit..noodles were nice and cooked well but sauce was more like a soupy Alfredo sauce at best..not a vodka sauce. Rabbit was slightly overcooked. Cornbread was tasty.

Gregory G.

Yelp
This is one of our go to neighborhood spots. The drinks are creative and tasty and the newer menu items are great and consistent. Sometimes you need to be a little adventurous for some menu items but it's cool and casual atmosphere make for great dinner nights with friends.

Charlotte G.

Yelp
War Mouth is a delicious spot for some upscale BBQ in Columbia! I had a great time here for dinner with three on a Friday evening. No reservations were necessary and we were seated immediately. The appetizers were tasty and I recommend the bread plate for a nice mixture of flavors. The toast was especially good. I'd probably skip on the cheese plate next time as it was a bit sparse. Although the cheeses were all tasty. I had the barbecue plate which came with pulled pork, rice and hash, slaw, a slice of bread, pickles, and crispy pork skins. The portion was substantial and filling. The pork and rice and hash were especially good! I enjoyed eating them with bites of the thick cut bread on the side. My friends also really enjoyed the chicken bog and mentioned that they get it every time they come here. Overall, great spot and I'd love to come again!

Rob S.

Yelp
The brisket is the best I have ever tasted. The staff is friendly & knowledgeable. The red is in an old rail Station & is very cool. Must eat at this place when you are in Columbia SC

Della L.

Yelp
Truly one of my favorite restaurants in Columbia! Chef Harold is truly a culinary genius!!! The crew at the war mouth is the absolute best! I'm truly thankful for this establishment which is why they are my Thankful Thursday pick!

Lynn S.

Yelp
Came to Columbia to visit family for the holidays and wanted to order some really good food to serve for dinner with friends because who's cooking on a holiday, right? The War Mouth was super close to our Air B&B and the menu looked amazing. Plus we could order online earlier in the day and schedule the pick up for dinner time. As soon as I placed the order I got a call from the CHEF who let me know they were out of one of the sides and gave me substitution options. Top tier customer service! We picked the food up at the specified time everything was wrapped and labeled properly. And smelled divine! Apps- crawfish dip with fried saltines very tasty. Thank goodness I got two orders of cheese straws because I could eat a bucket of these by myself they are so good! Our guests had the burnt ends over grits and gave it a thumbs up. Entrees - ribs, chicken bog and ribeye were consumed with gusto! My favorite sides were the hoppin John and squash casserole. We finished up with pistachio pound cake and bourbon cream pie. The pie has quite a kick- but we are bourbon people so we loved it! Will definitely go in to dine next trip so we can experience the ambiance.

Parvati F.

Yelp
Cocktails and munchies! The War Mouth is hip, cool, and great watering hole! We go here in late afternoon for booze and snacks! Try their homage hot sauce.

Jeffrey B.

Yelp
Absolutely loved it! Had a Great whiskey to accompany the best corn bread I've eaten . Our party ordered lots of dishes and shared . The basic pulled pork sandwich was delicious , loaded with meat , slaw and mustard sauce . , the pig wings ( a pork thigh ? ) was fantastic , like a chicken wing on a bone . A new dish for me ! The smashed crispy potatoes was excellent . Our server Bianca , was attentive very informative . We loved our first visit here a year ago when in town and our second visit was consistent .

Rhonda L.

Yelp
Ordered hamburger and fries. The hamburger was so raw and bloody I sent it back to have it cooked more. When she brought it back to table it was still raw and i didnt see any changes made to the burger. Wasted money and food! My son picked me up to try for my first time. I brought it home to serve to cats and they wouldn't eat it. His fish was overcooked, was a terrible night out!

TANYA F.

Yelp
Food is always fresh and hot. Good drink selections. Service is good and cool place to get a drink. Outdoor patio is dog friendly.

John M.

Yelp
Never had a bad experience at War Mouth until ordering Chicken Bog to go after finishing a superb Reuben. Heard good things about the Bog, so thought it was a good idea for supper the next night. It was probably ninety per cent rice, a few shredded pieces of chicken and two slices of sausage. Felt very underwhelmed for an iconic Soithern dish. C'mon guys. Michael.

Dona S.

Yelp
When a restaurant does what it says it does it deserves five stars! This was our first visit to The War Mouth. Not sure what to expect, first driving up impression caused a bit of apprehension. However, upon entering, that feeling left immediately. Maybe a feeling of the early days at Yesterday's in Five Point. Food was delicious and fresh, staff was great and we will be back soon! I highly recommend this delightful, unusual, restaurant.

Cassie P.

Yelp
I've had the pleasure of dining at The War Mouth for both brunch and dinner, and can confidently say it's one of my favorite restaurants in Columbia! Most recently, I ventured in for brunch and ordered the fried chicken. It was a hearty portion of two pieces of perfectly crispy and moist chicken, alongside mac and cheese, and coleslaw. I couldn't recommend it enough! At dinner time, I tried the BBQ plate, pickle plate, and fried oysters. I enjoyed all of those offerings as well, especially the pickle plate because I'm a sucker for all things pickled! Their hot sauce is really tasty and they even sell bottles to go. Maybe even more than the food, I love the atmosphere of this spot. It's an old garage converted into a restaurant and so open, while also having outdoor seating. I definitely plan on going back for some Southern fare the next time I'm in town!

Wesley H.

Yelp
So drove 11 hours to get to Columbia, SC. Around the corner using my Yelp finder, I find this amazing little gem.

Randill D.

Yelp
A lowkey casual place with quality food, great drinks and a very personable staff. The staff would always come and check in on us, and made sure we were always being taken care of. We started off with the crispy pork belly and pork belly Bent ends. The crispy pork belly was maybe missing some like on the side but was cooked perfectly. The grits underneath the burnt ends weren't flavorful and took away from how amazing the burnt ends were. For our entrees we had the BBQ platter, the fried catfish and the Chicken big. The catfish was definitely the best entree while the chicken big was good, can't go wrong but it won't blow your mind. For cocktails we had the cherry pop and the pirates chess-13. I really the pirates almost tasted like a lighter pina colada. The cherry pop was nice, it was tart but not sweet. To finish off we had their bourbon cream pie and their blueberry cobbler with blackberry ice cream. I would say the bourbon cream was my favorite. The bourbon flavor really came through and the crust although maybe too thick or hard was also very tasty. The cobbler was good and paired great with the ice cream. I recommend this place for sure, especially for a nicer casual meal at a not so fancy spot.

Jennifer B.

Yelp
Got takeout so didn't experience ambiance, but the fried okra and chicken bog were delicious and packaged nicely!

Kabrina B.

Yelp
A very nice place. I ordered the chicken salad sandwich. I didn't like the chicken salad but it's my preference of salad. I like pickles, onion, bell peppers, hard boiled eggs, mustard and mayo in my salads. I was not my type but it looked good and it was a white bread sandwich. At least that's what it looked like. I enjoyed the square of macaroni and cheese that I chose to go with my sandwich. The sweet tea was exceptional I really enjoyed it. I loved the location. It was great decor and very welcoming. The service was excellent. They were attentive, intentional and professional. Our server checked to ensure we were satisfied with our meal and service. Drinks do not come with straws so you have to ask. I recommend this spot. I plan to go back and try something else on the menu.

Sidney S.

Yelp
Really cool place. Good good and beer. Parking is easy and the location is convenient.

Ron V.

Yelp
Our lunch group went here today. It'd been about 18 months since we'd visited here, so we wanted to try it again. I was looking forward to the Duck Confit sandwich and one of our guys was wanting the Deviled Eggs. Unfortunately, they don't serve the Duck or the Deviled eggs..only on certain days and on weekends. I asked the waiter what he liked and he recommended the fried chicken sandwich. Three of us ordered that, one ordered the BBQ plate and two ordered the Catfish plate. The catfish plate had a one, large filet, nicely breaded. One person said it was "Just ok" while the other thought it was very good. As far as the Chicken sandwich, we all three agree it was excellent. Probably the most tender chicken breast on a sandwich that I've ever had...and we all felt the same. I ordered the home fries as a side. They were crisp, as I wanted them, but a tad too salty..not bad, just a bit. My one complaint about the sandwich was that the bread didn't hold up as well as it should have. It was just a normal bun. I think a brioche bun would've been much better. Service was good. Prices are a bit high. Big selection of beers, home crafted and on tap. Nice eclectic atmosphere with some outdoor seating in the rear. Enjoyed it. I'd have a hard time deciding on the Duck Confit or the Chicken breast sandwich next time.

Flavia L.

Yelp
The food is delicious, the menu is very limited but in my opinion that is what restaurants should do, specialize in a handful of plates and serve just that! I have had the BBQ platter and their cole slaw is the only coleslaw I have eaten ever! It's a vinegar base, not Mayo, so if you like the latter scratch that opinion. If you like hash they have very good hash. I personally love their chicken bog and their steak. I have not tried the specials yet but looking forewarn to that next! They have a full bar and some great mixologists there!

Sandra J.

Yelp
Nice, well kept secret! Crispy Pork Belly was very good. I would recommend this place.

Anna R.

Yelp
Cute patio area and changing menu. There are always new food options on the menu and staff has great recommendations.

Sydney J.

Yelp
What to say about The War Mouth? Hmm.... I'll start by saying their custom cocktails are DELICIOUS. You seriously cannot go wrong. If you're in a fancy-drunk mood, this is the place. The food menu is interesting, ever-changing; very southern. The starters and small plates that I have tried are all very yummy. The deviled eggs and cheese straws and fried green tomatoes, to name a few. The pork is also delicious and hearty... pulled pork and ribs available and marinated deliciously. I haven't *quite* found an entrée that hits the spot for me just yet. That's not at all to say that their food isn't good, because it is and I admire the creativity they aspire to constantly churn out. The soft shell crab I attached a photo of just didn't hit it for me, but that's a my taste-bud issue, not a War Mouth issue. Food is a little pretentiously priced but hey, I get it. I would say that if you go here, stick with what you know. Maybe don't try the rabbit or the fish at first, unless that's what you're used to. Get some pork and a deviled egg and a cocktail and you will be satisfied. I will definitely go back and continue to try their different menu items. The staff is also very friendly and accommodating, and the atmosphere is relaxed. Great for a friend-date or a date-date :-)

Ryan S.

Yelp
Cute hipster vibe in a somewhat sketchy area. Eclectic decor and menu. Deviled eggs and pork belly on point. They were out of bacon so that was a bummer. It was towards the end of brunch so the biscuits were a bit crunchier more like scones but flavor was on point. The smashed potatoes were unique and tasty! The homemade hot sauce was great- we bought 3 bottles to go.

Briana C.

Yelp
This was my second time here but I only had a drink the first time so I decided to come back and give the food a try. They have a punch that they make and I believe it's different every time but they didn't have it this time so I got the Lil Firebird which was delicious! Reminded me of a Pimm's cup because of the refreshing taste it gave. I highly recommend it for brunch. For food I choice the grits sausage, eggs and biscuit except I subbed the sausage for shrimp by special request because I don't eat beef or pork. Honestly the whole meal was just ok. I did not enjoy the gritty grits and the meal lacked flavor. The biscuit was crunchy but the homemade jelly made it better. Overall I could've made a better brunch at home.

Rebecca N.

Yelp
We've been missing a good vibey outdoor area like this for dinner and drinks! So glad we stopped by the War Mouth. As a vegetarian, the selection was small, but good - We started with the cheese ball that included deep fried saltines (!!!) and the boiled peanuts. The boiled peanuts were literally just that, nothing to write about. The cheese ball though - the saltines blew my mind, they're a really great way to jazz the whole dish up! For a main dish I had the red rice perlo and a side of summer squash casserole. The red rice perlo was good - adding the summer vegetables (okra, squash, peas) really make the dish tasty. I enjoyed the summer squash casserole but it had maybe more of an omelette consistency. Overall I'm really pleased with the experience and the meal. Maybe next time I'll do a review more of the drinks because they've got a really fun selection of booze.

Naomi H.

Yelp
Friendly service, farm to table southern cuisine with a creative flair. I enjoyed the creative cocktails especially and the barbecue plate. Not to be missed in Columbia, SC.

Warren M.

Yelp
Not sure if this was a restaurant focused establishment wanting to take care of bar clients, or if it was actually a bar wanting to take care of the occasional eating client. That said, the food was more of the bar type food, something they could whip up in a jiffy. I had the grilled pimento sandwich with raw fries, after being turned down for my first two choices. . . . "we are out of that, and we are saving what's left of that for salads." My lovely wife ordered the War Mouth salad which she ate but reports that it was not really worth the $11 price tag. The beer I had was nice and cold. The glass of wine she had there was no complaint other than a little pricey. The atmosphere was good and the service was good, only three stars for the food though.

Brittany A.

Yelp
Not sure what the hype is. The ambiance of the place was great. Table of 5 and everyone ordered apps, entrees and drinks. The drinks were just not good, nor was the food. The Mac and cheese was bland, zero taste. The ribs were over cooked. The pulled pork. I don't even know where to start. This place is VERY overpriced. Only thing worth a darn was the deviled eggs.

Alfie B.

Yelp
We've had The War Mouth on our list of restaurants to try for a while now. We came on a Wednesday around 7pm and had no problems getting seated. They have their own parking lot, but it's fairly small and just a gravel lot. The surrounding area and outside looks pretty sketchy honestly. The inside is much nicer though. Staff was friendly. We ordered the octopus appetizer, fried gizzards, BBQ plate, and a half rack of ribs. I'm still mad about the octopus appetizer, despite the potatoes being very well made. The potatoes were about the size of golf balls, topped with literally 4 pieces of octopus the size of small croutons. The gizzards were a little too chewy for me (although apparently that's just how gizzards are), but the breading was the right amount of spice and flavor. I liked the sauce on ribs, which was surprising for me because I hate mustard. Just wish the meat itself had more flavor/smokiness. I tried some of my girlfriend's BBQ, but it was just too saturated with vinegar. It felt like it just kept coming out with each chew. My girlfriend felt similar and we opted to not even take it home, which I don't think has ever happened to us. They have some good dishes, but it's just too hit or miss here. Apparently their menu rotates, so I'd try it again. And I'm also curious about their drink menu, which is pretty extensive.

Barb G.

Yelp
Not impressed- I love deviled eggs but these were sorry, the yoke fill was flat and almost curdled - not appealing to me. My friend felt the same. Biggest ICK was the flies! Those pestie things were out of control! Guess it's just the time of year maybe The oyster plate was yummy though and special cocktails all sounded interesting - I just had a beer though. The menu is unique - lots of vinegar stuff if you like that. Explains why they serve "clabber cream"

Marie D.

Yelp
Parking they do have a lot but it's very small if not you can park on the road. Very cute looking restaurant I like the exterior of the place. We went straight to the bar to order some cocktails. The wait for a table was actually pretty quick on a Saturday night. Service was awesome! Our waiter Palmer was A+++ he knew everything on the menu was very thorough and very well spoken. He gave a lot of recommendations he fancied. First we ordered the cocktail Pearish and a whiskey cocktail both were awesome! Their cocktails are really good. For snacks we ordered the deviled eggs which were pretty good nicely seasoned. Also ordered the fried pork belly which was a bit too salty but it was crunchy. Last was the crispy fried gizzards which were not as salty but good wish maybe it came with a sauce maybe some time of hot sauce actually spicy. Or perhaps cook it with onions and jalapeños! As for the entrees I got the Cottontown catfish which was moist and battered in some type of breading on top of grits and a lemon sauce around the grits which tasted so well together. Highly recommend this dish. Next entree was the Wood smoked ribs they were all right not too moist or falling off the bone.

Madison U.

Yelp
Get the chicken bog!!! Their hash and rice balls are also 12/10 but the chicken bog is out of this world!

Aaron S.

Yelp
There's something about this one section of Columbia of where it appears everyone has transformed a old garage into something. That's not a bad thing though. For example, The War Mouth. Here you have a place that feels tucked away on a side street, with a small gravel parking lot. You walk in and immediately country cooking comes to the forefront. Wood folding chairs, the aged brick, the exposed ceiling, and a metal pig cut out all let you know this is going to be some good eating. I will mention that they appear to have a full bar and seating area, but we were there for brunch and a meal before hitting the road. I couldn't resist the deviled eggs. You get two, served on a wood plank. It was a simple recipe, but simple done right. The pinch of salt, the splash of olive oil made me wish they came in orders of 10. I had regrets sharing the other one after eating mine. Then came the pork loin atop a hash cake and covered in a hollandaise sauce. The boiled egg white was included as well. I tried to not be hyper focused on each bite, but there was no fighting it. I was immersed from the beginning. I can't wait to return. *Insider's Tip -If you like the hot sauce, they sell it in 8 ounce bottles for only $12.

Anne M.

Yelp
If you think you know chicken bog...think again! I have to admit their covid condensed menu made me a little sad, but it encouraged me to try some things I haven't thought of before. Seeing chicken bog on the menu I thought of meals past when it was good, but not great. I took a leap of faith and ordered the chicken bog anyway. It was LIFE CHANGING! If you visit The War Mouth, please, for me, always order outside your comfort zone. You will never regret it! P.S. always order the deviled eggs!