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  • 1. Hunter-Gatherer Brewery and Alehouse

    USC Campus | Brewpubs/Beer Gardens

    This venerable local beer hall opened in 1995 as the city's first microbrewery and serves an excellent selection of beer and a menu of elevated...

    This venerable local beer hall opened in 1995 as the city's first microbrewery and serves an excellent selection of beer and a menu of elevated pub fare. It also hosts occasional live bands.

    900 Main St., Columbia, South Carolina, 29201, USA
    803-748–0540
    huntergathererbrewery.com

  • 2. The Grand on Main

    Main Street Area | Brewpubs/Beer Gardens

    This palace of fun combines a bowling alley, a restaurant, a taproom, an outdoor patio, and a game area into one establishment. Eat an upscale...

    This palace of fun combines a bowling alley, a restaurant, a taproom, an outdoor patio, and a game area into one establishment. Eat an upscale Southern entrée like shrimp and grits or espresso-rubbed rib eye before rolling for a turkey.

    1621 Main St., Columbia, South Carolina, 29201, USA
    803-726–2323
    www.thegrandonmain.com

  • 3. Art Bar

    Vista | Live Music

    In the hopping Vista neighborhood, this funky spot has neon-painted walls, colorful string lights, and a lively crowd, making it the perfect...

    In the hopping Vista neighborhood, this funky spot has neon-painted walls, colorful string lights, and a lively crowd, making it the perfect setting for karaoke and dancing to live bands.

    1211 Park St., Columbia, South Carolina, 29201, USA
    803-929–0198
    www.artbarsc.com

  • 4. The Whig

    Main Street Area | Bars/Pubs

    Directly across from the State House, the subterranean Whig attracts an eclectic mix of patrons who are drawn to its dive bar vibe by the great...

    Directly across from the State House, the subterranean Whig attracts an eclectic mix of patrons who are drawn to its dive bar vibe by the great drink specials, classic pub fare, and the wildly popular Taco Tuesday.

    1200 Main St., basement, Columbia, South Carolina, 29201, USA
    803-931–8852
    www.thewhig.org

  • 5. Blue Tapas Bar and Cocktail Lounge

    Vista | Dance Clubs
    Closed Permanently

    An ice bar, multiple water features, and a decent tapas menu create a big-city feel at this popular local nightspot. ...

    An ice bar, multiple water features, and a decent tapas menu create a big-city feel at this popular local nightspot.

    721A Lady St., Columbia, South Carolina, 29201, USA
    803-251–4447

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  • 6. Handlebar

    Live Music
    Under Renovation

    Since 1994, the Handlebar has been bringing small-stage live music to Greenville. Monday is known for local bands, while Tuesday brings a bluegrass...

    Since 1994, the Handlebar has been bringing small-stage live music to Greenville. Monday is known for local bands, while Tuesday brings a bluegrass jam to the bar and a swing dance to the concert hall.

    304 E. Stone Ave., Greenville, South Carolina, 29609, USA
    864-233–6173
    www.handlebar-online.com

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