Columbia · Richland County, SC

Nightlife in Columbia

Scout analyzed 92 Columbia places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

Places analyzed

92

Matches

6

Typical spend

$100

Typical visit

1.4 hr

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Scout-verified spots

Three Notch'd Brewery & Craft Kitchen - Columbia

Midtown - Downtown

Three Notch'd Brewery & Craft Kitchen - Columbia

This brewpub is suitable for a casual meal or drinks, either as a standalone outing or paired with nearby activities. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-50 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Motor Supply Company Bistro

Midtown - Downtown

Motor Supply Company Bistro

This upscale bistro is ideal for a focused dinner outing or a celebratory meal. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and $50-100 per person on a meal with drinks.

FoodCocktailsViews
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Tin Roof

Midtown - Downtown

Tin Roof

Tin Roof is a good spot for a casual evening out with live music, drinks, and pub food. Plan for about 2 hours and expect to spend $20-40 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Art Bar

Midtown - Downtown

Art Bar

This underground club is good for a casual night out featuring live music or karaoke with an artsy vibe. Expect to spend a couple of hours and $10-30 per person on drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Chayz Lounge

Nightlife

Chayz Lounge

Chayz Lounge is a live music venue suitable for an evening out, often requiring tickets or a cover charge, with food and drinks adding to the per-person cost. It can be a primary activity for 2-3 hours.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
The Comedy House

Nightlife

The Comedy House

The Comedy House is ideal for an evening out with friends or a date night, offering stand-up comedy with food and drinks. Expect to spend $50-$100 per person over a couple of hours.

ShoppingFoodCocktails
$50–$100 typical1 hr visitmoderate parking

Under $35

Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.

Worth the splurge

When the night needs to land.

What Scout found

  • 6 of the 92 analyzed Columbia places fit nightlife.
  • 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 17% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Social, Relaxed, Playful, Romantic, Upscale.

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