6 Best Southern Restaurants in Columbia

Ozark Mountain Biscuit & Bar Food Trucks • $
1204 Hinkson Ave, Columbia

Customers` Favorites

Buttermilk Pecan Waffles with Fried Chicken Breast
Bacon Egg and Cheese Biscuit
Whole Fried Pickled Okra
Cheddar Mac and Cheese
Fried Green Tomatoes
Country Fried Steak
Creole Hushpuppies
Biscuits and Gravy
Wavy Gravy Fries
Biscuit Sandwich

“Went here on Easter for a dinner date. Service and food was amazing! I had the hot ham and cheese and the biscuit and jelly was a great touch. My only gripe is that I was not expecting thick chunks of ham, it was a little tough. Regardless, amazing place and would definitely recommend to anyone in the area.“

4.6 Superb109 Reviews
Big Daddy's BBQ and Soul Food Barbecue • $
1802 Paris Rd, Columbia

Customers` Favorites

Rib Tips Mac and Cheese and Cornbread
Smoked Wings and Baked Beans
Pulled Chicken Sandwich
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Brisket Sandwich
Sliced Brisket
Caramel Cake
Potato Salad
Slab of Ribs
Beef Brisket

“Dropped into Big Daddy’s for dinner on a work trip and it did not disappoint. We were late to try the brisket (sold out), but the ribs, pulled pork and sides were absolutely delicious. The owner (Lloyd) capped it off by spending some time at the table, making the visit memorable. When we’re back in town, we’ll be visiting Big Daddy’s again!!“

4.6 Superb104 Reviews
Big Daddy's BBQ Barbecue • $
1205 N Garth Ave, Columbia

“Had the pulled pork, mac n' cheese, and green beans and everything was amazing. My friend got ribs, okra, and greens and they were delicious too. I heard the brisket is fantastic but they were out. Service was great, everyone was very friendly.Excited to go back and try more!“

4.4 Superb39 Reviews
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen American • $
1010 Interstate 70 Dr SW, Columbia

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tenders and Fried Shrimp Plate
Country Fried Chicken with Green Beans
Half Rack of Ribs & Chicken Tenders
Nob Special Chicken Tender Platter
Crispy Chicken Tender Salad
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
Buffalo Chicken Wrapper
Honey Butter Croissants
Grilled Chicken Alfredo
Wisconsin Cheese Curds

“This is one of my favorite restaurants and normally I'd give a 5 star all day long but the last time we was there we saw our waiter 2 or 3 times and drinks never got refilled until we had to ask another waiter which then said she would need to find ours and send him our way and then a order was missing food still a fantastic place to go great food and I'd definitely still recommend them!“

4.1 Good135 Reviews
Slim Chickens Chicken • $
2641 Trimble Rd, Columbia

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Brownie Pudding Jar Dessert
Buffalo Chicken Wrap w Fries
Smokey Cheddar Wrap Meal
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Tenders Platter
Fried Mushrooms
Fried Pickles
Buffalo
Wings
Hot

“Always a great place to stop and eat when in Columbia. Plus, thr food is cooked/fried when you order it. Ita doesn't sit under heat Lamps like in other chicken tender establishments. The food does take a bit. This professor gives a grade of A+.“

3.6 Good56 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
3304 Clark Ln, Columbia

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tenders Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: No Takeout: Yes Curbside pickup: Yes
The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Grandma's Sampler Pancake Breakfast
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Hashbrown Casserole with Bacon
Chicken Fried Chicken
Fried Chicken Dinner
Country Fried Steak
Chicken Fried Steak
Biscuits and Gravy

“They weren't busy at all so we were seated right away. Our waitress (Rose) was right there getting order (she was awesome). The food good. One thing I can count on at Cracker Barrel is my eggs being cooked perfectly. I can see that shrinkflation is here as grits are a side now instead of just being brought out with breakfast.“

3.6 Good195 Reviews