Located off of Colonial Life Boulevard, The Melting Pot is a well-known and unique restaurant. Each booth is equipped with tabletop fondue pots and are clustered together within an intimate dining room. Starters include a cheese fondue with an assortment of breads, vegetables, and fruits for dipping. Entrees include lobster, filet mignon, fish, chicken, and vegetarian selections served with a variety of dipping sauces. Lastly, desserts include brownies, nut-covered marshmallows, cake, and fresh fruit with a variety of chocolate dipping sauces. 

Located on Saint Andrews Road, Zorba's is a family owned Greek Restaurant. Zorba's is known for its Greek food as well an assortment of Italian food. Every Thursday night provides live music and dancing and there is always continues hospitality at Zorba's. 

Jillian's is located in the Vista and is a place to eat, drink, and play. There is a quality selection of Black Jack Ribeye Steak, Chargrilled Atlantic Salmon, and their classic Philly Cheese steak Sandwich. Jillian's has over 16 giants screen TV's and the 9-Ball Lounge with tournament quality billiard tables. Jillian's also provides rooms for hosting events or parties that can hold up to 2,000 people. 

"Welcome to Moes" is the hearty welcoming you will receive when entering Moe's Southwest Grill. Located on Main Street in downtown Columbia, Moe's is well-known for their fast service and delicious Mexican food. Every meal is made specifically for the customer and they are all made fresh daily. Moe's provides quesadillas, fajitas, burritos, tacos, and nachos. 

Chocolate Nirvana specializes in specialty pastries and is owned and operated by the renowned chef Eleanor Schmidt. Chocolate Nirvana is located in downtown Columbia and has become known for their Godiva Chocolate cakes. Chocolate Nirvana also makes wedding cakes, cheesecakes, and an assortment of petite cakes and cheesecakes.

Eye on Gervais is among the top eye care practices in South Carolina. Dr. C. Earl Loftis, Jr., is a recognized leader in the field of optometry. Dr. Loftis, with more than 19 years experience, has a comprehensive eye care practice with a special program of services for the visually impaired. Dr. Loftis is a graduate of the Southern College of Optometry, and is on the staff of the University of South Carolina School of Medicine and continues his education through courses with The Lighthouse, the world’s leading resource on vision impairment.

Located off the Harbison exit, Carrabas is an Italian Grill with fresh and flavorful Italian dishes. Starters include Fried Zucchini, lightly breaded Mozzarella Sticks, and Grilled Bruschette. Entrees include a variety of Brick Oven Pizza, Seafood, marinated chicken, Sirloin, and a variety of different pastas. Lastly, desserts include Cannoli, Butter Cake with Strawberries, and a fudge brownie. 

South Carolina Barbell is located Northeast Columbia and is the best kept secret. It is a gym that provides training and the staff is ready to get you more fit and healthy. There is one-on-one training and group training that involves 17 different group classes that include spinning, Cross Training, Kettlebells, Martial Arts, and many more. Kettlebells is what South Carolina Barbell is known for and it is one of the few gyms with certified Kettlebell instructors. South Carolina Barbell also provides a nutrition class and an Oasis bar with protein drinks and tanning rooms.