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Hudson's Smokehouse offers some of the best barbecue in Columbia.
Whether you're visiting downtown Columbia, or hanging around on the outskirts, there are plenty of family-friendly restaurants no matter what you're in the mood for. Here's our list:
What it's known for: Boasting some of the best barbecue in the state, Hudson's does not disappoint in variety or flavor. With an impressive buffet full of savory and sweet Southern classics in addition to their standard menu, you can try a little bit of everything and always go back for seconds.
What it's known for: Serving breakfast and lunch all day, this SC chain is all about providing delicious food with a family-friendly touch. Start with some farm-fresh eggs with their famous home fries and grits for breakfast, and then come back at lunch to try the customer-favorite turkey, bacon and ranch sandwich. Any way you slice it, you won't be disappointed.
What it's known for: Serving made from scratch pasta and sauces everyday, Pasta Fresca provides a casual, delicious experience to all the families who come seeking some fresh Italian goodness for dinner.
What it's known for: This cozy little place is much more than meets the eye. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, you'll find it really hard to pick just one thing off the menu. And while you decide, your kids will enjoy perusing over their own special menu and all of the fun, local art displayed on the walls.
What it's known for: Its fame is in its name. With 77 different burger topping choices, the vast menu of options at Burger Tavern 77 will offer something for even the pickiest of eaters. Ample indoor and outdoor seating, plus one of the best root beer floats in town, make this community pub the perfect spot for a family dinner out.
Style: Tavern, relaxed, family friendly, lunch, dinner
What it's known for: Known for its famous, hand-tossed New York style pizza, at Village Idiot you can order by the slice or get a whole pie for the family to share. With wings, sandwiches and Stromboli available too, your family is sure to have a great experience at this local favorite.
What it's known for: A local favorite for more than 65 years, you've simply got to take your family to one of the Zesto locations in town. Start with the famous roasted chicken or hamburgers and don't leave without enjoying some ice cream under the giant cone.
Devyn spends her days creating content to build an online community of travelers. She is a firm believer there’s always something new to Discover in the Palmetto State.
