Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in Columbia

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CatonsvilleColumbiaEllicott CityFultonHanoverLaurel

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32 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Collective Offshore restaurant

1. The Collective Offshore

4.4

Awesome(140)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Columbia

Booked 20 times today

The Collective, a local hospitality group, has brought two new concepts to life at the Columbia Lakefront. Offshore features innovative seasonal cuisine highlighting coastal flavors from Maine through the Carolinas. Guests enjoy the elevated casual ambience, delicious bites, carefully curated bar program, and sweeping views of Lake Kittamaqundi from the restaurant and outdoor patios. With a focus on community connectivity, detailed service and hospitality, Offshore brings a fresh take to this iconic location. Along with its sister live music and entertainment venue, Encore, The Collective anchors the rejuvenated Lakefront District in the heart of downtown Columbia.

2. Cazbar - Columbia

4.7

Exceptional(1449)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Columbia

Booked 49 times today

The Cazbar, established in 2006, is the areas First & Premier Turkish Restaurant. With food, atmosphere, & entertainment served in an authentic Turkish style, Cazbar is sure to provide a thoroughly exotic & enchanting dining experience. Our Columbia location is an mesmerizing dining experience that transports you to Turkey without flying. Perfect for birthdays, graduations, family gatherings and anytime you want to celebrate with family or friends. Reservations recommended but walk-ins always welcome. Open daily for lunch and dinner and spectacular party specialists. Join us every Friday & Saturday at 9pm, for the most captivating Belly Dancing shows outside of Turkey!

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3. Blackwall Barn & Lodge

4.4

Awesome(653)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 43 times today

The Blackwall Barn & Lodge provides a venue unlike any other in the County for residents to host special events, meet with colleagues and friends, dine in comfortable and rustic elegance and enjoy entertaining family, friends, and out of town guests for special occasions.Many of life’s most memorable moments are centered around the dining table with family, friends, and colleagues. We are committed to providing our guests attentive service, where regulars are recognized, their preferences remembered, and their dining and beverage options are promptly fulfilled.

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4. Smashing Grapes - Columbia

4.3

Awesome(210)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Wine Bar • Columbia

Booked 41 times today

A haven for food and wine enthusiasts, where sophistication meets warmth in Columbia MD. Located in the renowned Merriweather District (Think concerts, live events, and entertainment), Smashing Grapes offers a unique dining experience, combining upscale ambiance with exceptional food and wine offerings. The wine list is a focal point, showcasing a curated collection of fine wines from around the world, including rare vintages and boutique selections. With a Sommelier on premise to guide you through pairings, ensuring an enhanced culinary experience. Chef Anthony has designed the menu to complement the wine offerings, often featuring seasonal ingredients and expertly crafted dishes with global or contemporary influences. With live music offerings on Friday and Saturday nights, before transforming into a world class brunch destination on Sundays.

A photo of Seasons 52 - Columbia restaurant

5. Seasons 52 - Columbia

4.7

Exceptional(4259)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Columbia

Booked 32 times today

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

6. Cured Tap & Table

4.6

Exceptional(1495)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 19 times today

CURED Table & Tap is an exciting new restaurant in Columbia, Maryland that brings back fond memories of the neighborhood corner bar and the relaxing atmosphere that is created when good friends, great drinks, and classic comfort foods come together.From the list of exceptional craft beers, to the creative cocktails, to the satisfying menu, CURED is all about crafting a laid back experience while still elevating the pairing of comfort food and thirst quenching drinks. Our goal is for every guest who visits us to feel as relaxed as if they were at their grandmother’s house (assuming their grandmother makes amazing craft cocktails and delicious food).So if you're looking for a great place to meet up with friends, heading to a concert at Merriweather Post Pavilion right next door, or looking for something uniquely different but still wonderfully familiar, we'll make sure to save you a seat.

A photo of The Walrus Oyster & Ale House - Columbia restaurant

7. The Walrus Oyster & Ale House - Columbia

4.5

Awesome(160)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Columbia

Booked 11 times today

Welcome to The Walrus in Columbia, locally owned and operated and home to “Maryland’s Best Lobster Roll”, ranked nationally as one of the “10 Best Sandwiches in the US”. We pride ourselves on our scratch kitchen, craft cocktail program, and local beers. We have one of the largest selections of fresh shucked oysters in the area, an array of fresh seafood dishes, and a daily changing feature menu. Sit back, relax and follow the Walrus to an unforgettable dining experience!

8. lāk Columbia

4.5

Awesome(237)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Columbia

Booked 2 times today

Experience the area’s newest go-to fine dining and afterparty destination. Its lakeshore setting and fashionable atmosphere are ready to welcome locals and visitors alike.

9. The Turn House

4.4

Awesome(1919)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Columbia

Booked 12 times today

The Turn House is a premier fine dining restaurant offering contemporary American cuisine with a touch of French flair. Our award-winning culinary team, led by Chef Thomas Zippelli, utilizes the freshest locally sourced ingredients to create dishes that are both visually stunning and palate-pleasing. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a night out with friends, our warm and welcoming atmosphere paired with exceptional service is sure to make your dining experience one to remember.

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10. Glenwood's - Stanford Grill: Columbia

4.7

Exceptional(8225)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Columbia

Booked 59 times today

Blueridge Restaurants Group, the owner of Stanford Grill, recently changed the name to Glenwood’s so that the name could be trademarked, and used outside of the Maryland region.At Glenwood's, food is our passion. With a unique focus on creating an inviting upscale casual dining experience, we serve fresh, familiar food in a high-energy, sophisticated setting. Our chefs prepare full-flavored food from scratch daily, using fresh seasonal ingredients. We stay true to classic American comfort food that is simple, but deliciously prepared. A knowledgeable team approach provides unwavering attention to delighting our guests with warm and consistent service. Stanford Grill's timeless atmosphere appeals to discerning adults who are seeking a dining experience that is energetic, upscale but approachable.

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Julie
Baltimore / Maryland •38 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We were seated immediately. The server was very attentive, the food and drinks were delicious, the cost was reasonable.
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Seasons 52 - ColumbiaPrice: Expensive• American• Columbia
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4.7
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Panda
Washington, D.C. Area •49 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
This is a lovely restaurant with good service and very good food. We had the mussels, which we excellent, and a very fresh Bibb salad. The blueberry cobbler was good, but more like a blueberry bread pudding. The wine list was impressive. Very clean.
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Smashing Grapes - ColumbiaPrice: Very Expensive• Wine Bar• Columbia
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4.3
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MichelleVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Yummy Turkish food. We stuck with starters (Turkish pizza, cheese wrapped in Phyllo dough, tzatziki sauce with pita bread) and enjoyed the pomegranate margaritas. Of course we ended with desserts, you must check out their dessert case. We had the Dubai, chocolate and baklava cheesecake, both were excellent! overall, great food, and service!
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Cazbar - ColumbiaPrice: Moderate• Turkish• Columbia
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4.7
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PaulVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Good service and awesome food … great experience!
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Blackwall Barn & LodgePrice: Moderate• American• Columbia
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4.4
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Stanley
Baltimore / Maryland •98 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 22, 2025
We really like your restaurant. However you advertise being a seafood restaurant and the number of actual fish options are very limited. The fish we had was excellent but we would love a bigger variety.
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The Collective OffshorePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Columbia
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4.4

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