Marcella Rodriguez
A quiet spot downtown with personality and delicious, fresh food. I love the selection of sandwiches and am determined to try them all! I’ve had a few different ones, but some top favorites from the current lineup are: “G.O.A.T. avocado toast”, “Fig Pig”, “The Twerkey Turkey”, and “Stop. Hammy Time”. I also really enjoyed the elusive egg salad brioche sandwich that I only got to try since it was the special of the week. A great lunch option that also offers special events and a fun space to meet up with friends.
… moreEd Singleton
Great surprise stop on our tour of USC. The Twerky Turkey sandwich was really good. The Pimento cheese was superb. Definitely a great spot for a quick fresh made lunch.
… moreScott Tulk
Seriously good food being served up here!
I read in another review that the pistachio pasta is a must try…yes, I agree! It’s so good. I also enjoyed the pimento cheese dip appetizer.
The Ruben was very tasty.
The tuna was good as well, especially the garbanzo bean salad that was the side. I’d get that by itself!
Very nice vibe inside.
If I had a long lunch break, it’d be a nice place to chill at
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There were so many items on the menu that I wanted to try, it was honestly difficult narrowing it down to just one dish. Thankfully, our waitress was super kind and told me her personal favorites. She definitely didn’t steer me wrong. I wound up choosing the G.O.A.T Avocado Toast and my gosh… I’ve never had such an amazing avocado toast before, and so filling, too!
I also snagged their soup of the day which was a spicy Tomato bisque—yum!
… moreRyan Martin
Sound Bites downtown has been one of my favorite lunch spots in Columbia, and I wanted to get this review in before they close. This place was perfect for grabbing lunch with a group because there was always something for everyone, whether you wanted a classic sandwich, something lighter, or something a little different.
I’m really going to miss their Reuben. They do it right, and it’s one of those sandwiches you think about later in the day. Everything always tasted fresh, the service was solid, and it was just an easy, reliable place to meet up and have a great lunch.
One thing I also appreciated is the portion sizes. They’re satisfying without being huge, which is ideal for lunch when you still have the rest of the day ahead of you. Overall, just a really solid spot that I’m going to miss a lot.
… moreElizabeth Wurst
Loved this place. My “Hammery” sandwich was delicious, with red pepper spread. Partner loved his roast beef dip sandwich. Completely satisfying, really nice server. Interesting art and books and games and visuals all over. Not a cookie cutter spot, this place has character!
… moreDawn Skipper
You know how sometimes you just need a moment away from the chaos of work? Everything seems so fast-paced, and you just need a moment to sit down, eat, and feel normal before returning. This is that place to come to recharge and relax. Sound Bites laid back, artsy, welcoming atmosphere makes you feel like you have found your little secret retreat from the world. The music is calming and positive. Little details are everywhere of creativity. Games you can bring to your table and play while waiting or even books to read. This is a low-key, fun, safe space to take the edge off for a bit. The food is absolutely delicious! Their sandwiches are so good that you say “Mmm” with each bite. The coffee is fresh daily. There are so many salads and gourmet sides to choose from. All of their orders come with cool music inspired names. The ” Dip It Real Good” is a gormet style french dip with the best au jus sauce thay I have ever tasted. This place is very clean and staff are very helpful and happy, and not the fake kind of happy you notice in a lot of restaurants these days. They are genuinely good, smiling, and positive people who deliver your food very fast and accurately. Bathrooms are spacious with a bar besides the toilet and low enough sinks, so it is wheelchair accessible. They offer booths and / or table with chairs, so moving around for handicap would not be a problem. Kid friendly. The food is fast and delicious. The service is high quality, and the atmosphere is perfect for any laid-back occasion. You are blessed if you have been here and a fool who is missing out if you have not. Make the trip to downtown Cola and enjoy.
… moreLinda MacDonald
Took my daughter here for a quick lunch break. I was pleasantly surprised at this little place. Timing is everything…we managed to get seated right away, but it got crowded very quickly!
My daughter has eaten from this place (take out) several times. This was my first visit.
She ordered the G.O.A.T Avocado Toast and it looked fantastic. She said it was very good, and she’d had it before.
I ordered the Boppin’ Berry Salad and added the crispy pancetta. It was delicious, and HUGE. It came with a balsamic vinaigrette. I probably put too much dressing on the saladI think I would try the honey citrus vinaigrette next time.
Parking garage is above the restaurant, so easy access. They do have some outside seating, but it’s on Sumter Street, and it can get a bit busy with traffic sometimes.
… moreAna Sazonov
I had a delicious roasted chicken wrap with a side of marinated tomato salad. The wrap was big, flavorful, and filling. However, the salad wasn’t that great. The In Da Club Sandwich was rich and packed with protein, and the orzo mac and cheese was tasty. The restaurant had a great atmosphere, and the staff were super friendly. I’ll definitely be back!
… moreMelissa Gould
What a delightful spot for a meal in downtown Columbia! The GOAT Avocado Toast and pistachio pasta salad were unbelievable. Excellent portions and complex flavors. Very good value for the money. I wish I lived close enough to become a regular here! The ambience was light and fun with board games scattered about and upbeat music playing. Good vibes, great service, and even better food!
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