College Grounds Cafe — Restaurant in Columbia

The grits are local, creamy, and thick, and the bacon is crispy, just the way most southerners like it. The "homemade waffle" is heated up in a toaster or microwave.

Customer service is a hit-or-miss. It's been quite a few times that I've been here that a couple of the employees have grimacing look on their face, far different than their sister cafe upstairs. Even something as simple as saying, "you're welcome" is very difficult for one employee, in particular, to say.

I will gladly give another star if the...

College Grounds quietly serves the best breakfast in downtown Columbia. While people stand in line for over priced avocado toast at Soda City, you'll find me drinking a iced thai coffee and eating the best grits in Columbia. Enjoy great views of campus while enjoying the chill vibes and...

My BLT-A consisted of 2 pieces of grocery store bread, a couple of sad pieces of bacon, and a thin slice of tomato and avocado and a leaf of lettuce. My side of potato salad was a tiny little bowl of about 3 bites. For that and a glass of tea I paid $9. Way too much money for too little...