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3 buzzworthy restaurants to try in Columbia, SC

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Dishes from Ratio, a Peruvian restaurant in Columbia, SC.

Take your tastebuds on a trip with a weekend getaway to Columbia, SC — photo from Ratio.

Photo by Forrest Clonts

If you’re looking for a getaway filled with scrumptious dishes and unique drinks, Columbia, SC is the place to be.

Here are three can’t-miss restaurants to add to the itinerary:

  • Hunter-Gatherer: Columbia’s very first microbrewery is still going strong, known for elevated American dishes and house-brewed beers.
  • Coa Agaveria y Cocina: Columbia’s upscale Mexican destination for bold flavors and tasty cocktails.
  • Ratio: Ratio puts a twist on authentic Peruvian cuisine with seasonal plates and hand-crafted drinks.

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