Best Restaurants for Groups in Columbia

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1. Smashing Grapes - Columbia

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Columbia

Booked 28 times today

Nestled in the heart of a vibrant urban landscape, Smashing Grapes is a culinary oasis where the fusion of global flavors and exquisite wines takes center stage. Our restaurant invites guests on a gastronomic journey that transcends borders, offering a diverse menu that celebrates the rich tapestry of world cuisines. Each dish is meticulously crafted to tantalize the taste buds and ignite the senses. Complementing our culinary delights is an extensive selection of fine wines sourced from renowned vineyards around the globe, curated to perfectly pair with every dish.Additional parking provided at the garage located in the corner of Mango Tree Rd. and Symphony Woods Rd.

2. The Turn House

4.1

Excellent(1880)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Columbia

Booked 10 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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3. Glenwood's - Stanford Grill: Columbia

4.7

Exceptional(8098)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Columbia

Booked 48 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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4. The White Oak Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(601)

Price: Moderate

• American • Ellicott City

Booked 10 times today

The White Oak Tavern is a family-owned business, operated by a brother & sister that are Ellicott City locals. The menu includes seasonal scratch made items, sustainable meats & produce from local farms and purveyors. The White Oak Burger is a community favorite and has been recognized as the best burger in Howard County for several years. The outdoor patio is dog friendly with a special dog menu. The bar has 42 rotating craft beers with a wide selection of styles with a free-to-join mug club. This includes a specialty cocktail menu with different seasonal ingredients along with a fresh mocktail menu. The Tavern offers brunch seven days a week with bottomless brunch cocktails and Sunday jazz brunch from 11am-2pm. On Friday & Saturday local musicians perform from 8-11pm. White Oak is located in Enchanted Forest Shopping Center in Ellicott City. Make sure to stop by & try the award-winning burger, draft beers and see what the makes The Tavern unique. Cheers!

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5. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Columbia, MD | Lakeside

4.6

Exceptional(103)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Columbia

Booked 4 times today

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

6. Manor Hill Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(1002)

Price: Moderate

• American • Ellicott City

Booked 13 times today

Manor Hill Tavern occupies the historic Taylor’s Row in Old Ellicott City. Our bar and dining areas feature original architectural elements such as exposed stone walls, barn doors, and vaulted ceilings. Local artwork hangs throughout the Tavern’s many rooms and a mural adorns a main wall, a nod to the eclectic and vibrant artistic community of Old Ellicott City. The result is a unique and memorable atmosphere unlike any other.Our Head Chef strives to use seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients whenever possible, including herbs and vegetables from our farm. Our distinctive menu is highlighted by a custom-built brick oven for neopolitan-style pizzas and more. We serve lunch and dinner 7 days a week, as well as brunch on Saturdays and Sundays.We proudly serve beers from Manor Hill Brewing, Howard County’s first farm brewery. Manor Hill beers are hand-made on our farm using original and unique recipes. The result is aromatic, hop forward farmhouse style beers.

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7. Iron Bridge Wine Company - Columbia

4.7

Exceptional(5329)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Columbia

Booked 34 times today

Top notch restaurant and wine bar featuring a 35+ wine-by-the-glass offering, wine tasting flights, a full service restaurant highlighting farm to table cuisine, as well as a boutique retail wine shop that boasts a collection of small production wines from around the world. A full bar with signature cocktails using house made infusions and bottled beers are also available.

8. Cazbar - Columbia

4.8

Exceptional(1383)

Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Columbia

Booked 12 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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9. Victoria Gastro Pub

4.6

Exceptional(3070)

Price: Moderate

• International • Columbia

Booked 10 times today

Since 2007, Victoria Gastro Pub has provided an inviting pub atmosphere serving sophisticated, yet unpretentious food. The main objective of our kitchen is to serve innovative twists on classic pub fare that stress quality and freshness with every recipe, and every ingredient. The menu items draw from both national and international cooking traditions and remain in harmony with the seasonal availability of high-quality ingredients with many of the herbs and vegetables coming from our very own garden at Manor Hill Farm.

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10. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Columbia

3.5

Very Good(169)

Price: Moderate

• American • Columbia

Booked 2 times today

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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Mariavip
Baltimore / Maryland •39 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious food, fabulous wine selection. Very pretty space. Food was delicious, especially lamb shanks and lobster pappardelli
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Smashing Grapes - ColumbiaPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• Columbia
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4.3
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Nelsonvip
Baltimore / Maryland •160 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
There was something in the air that caused some of the mis-steps at the restaurant. Our vodka tonics didn't have tonic, the lobster arrived without the appropriate lobster cracker and we had to wait for over 20 minutes for our entrees. We give high praise to the lobster dinner & the lobster roll. The raw oyster appretizer was shucked properly and was tasty. We've been to the Tun House on many occassions & this was the first time things were off kilter.
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The Turn HousePrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Columbia
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4.1
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Janevip
Baltimore / Maryland •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent food and service! We had an 8:15 reservation, and the restaurant was packed with several parties waiting at the hostess stand. We went to the bar and had a seat, ordered drinks. Excellent service there as well. Very comfortable bar, so no problem that it took longer than quoted time. We were seated and after we ordered, the manager came to apologize for the wait in seating us. He offered to comp appetizers. Honestly, I have never had a manger come to apologize, much less offer something for a late seating (especially when we weren’t complaining at all). Top service tonight-one of our favorite places!
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Glenwood's - Stanford Grill: ColumbiaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Columbia
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4.7
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Maison
Texas Panhandle •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always a great time at white oak, good food, drink selections. Was our first night to see a band, they sounded great!
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The White Oak TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Ellicott City
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4.6
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Sarah
Baltimore / Maryland •10 reviews
4.0
Dined on 2 Nov 2024
This is a fun place for a date or to celebrate a birthday (that’s why we were there). You should probably count on at least 2 hours for dinner if you want to do the full experience - which you should because it’s fun! The quality of the food is very good. The service is fine, if a little distracted. This is not something for every day or if you’re grabbing a bite before a movie, but it makes for a fun evening with good food.
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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Columbia, MD | LakesidePrice: Expensive• Japanese• Columbia
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4.6

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. Smashing Grapes - Columbia

2. The Turn House

3. Glenwood's - Stanford Grill: Columbia

4. The White Oak Tavern

5. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Columbia, MD | Lakeside

6. Manor Hill Tavern

7. Iron Bridge Wine Company - Columbia

8. Cazbar - Columbia

9. Victoria Gastro Pub

10. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Columbia

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