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Smashing Grapes - Columbia, Columbia, MD

Smashing Grapes - Columbia

4.4 (273)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
6200 Valencia Ln suite c125, Columbia, MD 21044

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19:00
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Smashing Grapes in Columbia's Merriweather District offers a unique global wine experience. More than just a restaurant, it features a menu inspired by cuisines from around the world, using locally sourced ingredients. Enjoy a variety of dishes, including fresh seafood, hand-crafted pasta, wood-fired pizzas, and innovative vegetarian options. The extensive wine list showcases selections from renowned vineyards in South Africa, Argentina, and Spain, ensuring there's a perfect wine for every palate. Our knowledgeable staff is ready to recommend pairings that elevate your meal. With a modern and inviting atmosphere, Smashing Grapes is ideal for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations. Join us for live music every Friday, making your dining experience even more memorable. Come and discover the perfect blend of culinary delights and exceptional wines at Smashing Grapes.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Global, International, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–23:00 Fri 11:30–01:30 Sat 11:00–01:30 Sun 10:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (443) 917-2795
  • Website
    https://www.smashinggrapes.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Anthony Davis
  • Private party facilities
    From business meetings, and corporate dinners, to intimate celebrations such as anniversaries, engagements, and family gatherings. Our private dining rooms elevate the guest experience by providing exclusivity, personalized service, and a refined ambiance.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
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What 273 people are saying

Smashing Grapes - Columbia reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Baltimore / Maryland

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Baltimore Suburbs

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Smashing Grapes in Columbia offers a "stunning interior" with "excellent" service and a diverse menu featuring "fantastic" food. Guests appreciate the "great wine selection" and live music on weekends. While some mention wait times and pricing concerns, standout dishes like lobster bisque and lamb shank keep patrons returning.
273 Reviews

  1. Kwadwo

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great experience!!!! The food was amazing!!! I ordered the Lamb Shank it was so good! The Ambiance was also very nice!!!! I will definitely be going back!

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  2. Felecia VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent waitress! Very professional! The best ever!
    Smashing Grapes - ColumbiaResponded today
    Felecia, thank you so much for your 5-star review! We are thrilled to learn that you enjoyed the exceptional dining experience we strive for and you deserve and that our amazing team offered such great service. Thank you, and we can't wait to serve you again very soon! With Gratitude, The Team at Smashing Grapes Columbia

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  3. Catherine

    Baltimore / Maryland1 review

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and drinks were good. Would have been better if we didn’t have to wait 45 minutes for our reserved table to be ready but it’s all good
    Smashing Grapes - ColumbiaResponded 1 day ago
    Catherine, thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We're truly sorry for the long wait despite having a reservation—we understand how frustrating that must have been, especially with other plans on the line. We appreciate your understanding regarding the staffing challenges and will continue working on clearer communication around wait times. We're also glad to hear that you enjoyed the food, drinks, and kind service, though we're sorry you felt rushed. Your experience matters, and we’ll be sharing this with our team so we can keep improving. If you would kindly email us at columbia@smashinggrapes.c0m with a copy of your review, date dined & location, we hope to have the chance to serve you again under better circumstances. With Gratitude & Apologies, The Team at Smashing Grapes Columbia

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  4. Lesa

    Baltimore / Maryland10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were great! The restaurant was a bit hard to find because it's not actually at the address listed, it's around the corner.
    Smashing Grapes - ColumbiaResponded 2 days ago
    Lesa, thank you for the great feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the food and service. We appreciate you pointing out the confusion with the location—your note is helpful, and we’ll look into making directions clearer. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! With Gratitude, The Team at Smashing Grapes Columbia

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  5. Stanley VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland99 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This wine tasting was a lot of fun. The food was fantastic and the wines were spectacular. Service could not have been better. We obviously love your restaurant. Unfortunately, we have eaten here a lot less since they started adding a charge if you pay with a credit card. And their disclosure of this fee is basically hidden in very small and faint words. How many people carry around hundreds of dollars these days. Please stop this ridiculous fee.
    Smashing Grapes - ColumbiaResponded 2 days ago
    Stanley, thank you for your 5-star review-we are so happy to learn that you enjoyed a delicious meal and outstanding service from our team! We are sorry to hear that our cc surcharge has discouraged you from eating here as often as you would like. Titan Hospitality has made a conscious decision to be as transparent and honest with our consumers as possible-while all restaurants have adjusted pricing to off-set this cost, most decided to increase their menu prices across the board by at least 5%. We felt that this was unethical to those patrons that chose to pay in cash; we feel strongly that we remain transparent in all that we do. We appreciate your feedback & business, and we hope you will consider visiting us again soon. With Gratitude, The Team at Smashing Grapes Columbia

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  6. Deborah VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area29 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We tried Smashing Grapes before heading over to concert at Merriweather Post. Service was excellent. I ordered a Caesar salad with shrimp. It was deconstructed- interesting presentation but shrimp were delish! Husband had shrimp scampi and was able to substitute pasta. Would go back when we had more time.
    Smashing Grapes - ColumbiaResponded 4 days ago
    Deborah, thank you for stopping by before your concert! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the service and your meals—especially the shrimp dishes. We appreciate your thoughtful feedback on the presentation and substitutions as well. We’d love to have you back when you have more time to relax and enjoy the full experience! With Gratitude, The Team at Smashing Grapes Columbia

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  7. Jonathan

    Baltimore / Maryland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Thank you for making my wife’s bday dinner a very special one!
    Smashing Grapes - ColumbiaResponded 7 days ago
    Jonathan, Thank you so much for your 5-star review-we’re so happy to hear you had a great experience! It was our pleasure to help make your wife’s birthday dinner special. Thanks for celebrating with us, and we look forward to welcoming you both back soon! With Gratitude, The Team at Smashing Grapes Columbia

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  8. Leslie VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 7 June 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Sent on a summer Saturday night - it was not packed but the wait was long. We waited about 35 mins past our reservation to be seated, and they were seating people as they arrived. Once sat, our service was fantastic! We had an amazing server who gave great suggestions, checked on us, and had really good energy. Food was hot and delicious. Would come again but maybe not on the weekend.
    Smashing Grapes - ColumbiaResponded 6 days ago
    Leslie, thank you so much for your excellent review! We're so glad you loved your experience dining with us, once you were finally sat, and we truly appreciate both your review & your insight so we can improve! Thank you, and we hope you'll dine with us again in the near future so we can prove we can earn those 5 stars! With Gratitude, The Team at Smashing Grapes Columbia

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  9. Ann VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland189 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 5 June 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We left somewhat disappointed. We had called ahead to confirm that non-alcoholic beer was available and were told it was—but when we arrived, we were informed there was none. Had we not already placed our appetizer order, we likely would have chosen the sister restaurant instead. Service was friendly but felt a bit uncoordinated. The food was of good quality and nicely prepared, which we appreciated. However, the wine selection by the glass was more limited than expected, and overall, we felt the food and wine were overpriced for the experience.
    Smashing Grapes - ColumbiaResponded on 7 June 2025
    Ann, thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear your experience didn’t fully meet expectations, especially after confirming details ahead of time. We understand how frustrating that can be and appreciate you giving us a chance regardless. We're glad you enjoyed the quality of the food, and we'll be sure to pass along your comments about service coordination and beverage offerings so we can continue to improve. Thank you, and we hope you'll consider giving us another opportunity in the future. With Gratitude, The Team at Smashing Grapes Columbia

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  10. JoAnne

    Baltimore / Maryland27 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 2 June 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This has got to be one of the most beautiful interior restaurant spaces in Columbia. Really stunning. Our server Cassius was excellent. Great and entice and accurate service. Food ranged from excellent (bok choy and carpaccio appetizers, steak frites and lamb ragu) to very good (lemongrass chicken and Chilean sea bass). Overall it was a 4.5 experience. We took off half a point for no draft beers and limited and frankly disappointing choice of bottled beers and for not having the Pots de Crème listed on the menu for dessert. But the Cheesecake Brûlée we did order was very good.
    Smashing Grapes - ColumbiaResponded on 4 June 2025
    JoAnne, thank you for the thoughtful and detailed review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the ambiance, service, and the majority of the dishes—it means a lot to know our team helped create such a positive experience. We appreciate your feedback on the beer selection and dessert availability, and we’ll be sure to share those notes with our team. We're glad the Cheesecake Brûlée was a hit, and we hope to welcome you back soon for an even more complete experience! With Gratitude, The Team at Smashing Grapes Columbia

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6200 Valencia Ln suite c125, Columbia, MD 21044

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Additional information

  • Area
    Columbia
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–23:00 Fri 11:30–01:30 Sat 11:00–01:30 Sun 10:00–23:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Global, International, American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Anthony Davis
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    https://www.smashinggrapes.com/
  • Phone number
    (443) 917-2795
  • Private party facilities
    From business meetings, and corporate dinners, to intimate celebrations such as anniversaries, engagements, and family gatherings. Our private dining rooms elevate the guest experience by providing exclusivity, personalized service, and a refined ambiance.
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