3 Best Restaurants in The Midlands and Upstate, South Carolina

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We've compiled the best of the best in The Midlands and Upstate - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

The Hoot

$ | East Columbia

Tucked into a nearly subterranean ground floor space, this new vegan go-to helps to fill the void left behind by the closing of The Whig—a former owner of that dive bar is behind The Hoot's dim garden bar vibes. Order a seitan-based Philly Sando, a bowl of shroom "mac & cheez," or a baked tofu sandwich with chili-ginger spread, then stick around for a chai margarita and a game of pinball.

smallSUGAR

$$ | Vista

Grab a cold brew and shakshouka for breakfast or a roasted sweet potato bowl with a side of marinated cucumbers at this veggie-forward counter-serve café.

709 Gervais St., Columbia, SC, 29201, USA
803-722–7506
Known For
  • Sourcing from local farms
  • Seasonal menu
  • In-house program to train young people in the culinary arts

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Southern Pressed Juicery

$ | Downtown
Cold-pressed juices, energy bowls, and salads in a high-ceilinged, bright room make this an obvious spot for a pick-me-up when you're hoofing it around town.

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