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Founded in the early ’8Os as a sandwich and cookie shop, Mr. Friendly’s New Southern Cafe has evolved into much more since its inception. Since 1995, we have been serving New Southern Cuisine in a sophisticated, yet casual environment using only the freshest ingredients and simple preparations. There are always fresh fish and seafood specials, as well as innovative meat, poultry, and wild game dishes. We utilize numerous local farms and purveyors for our menus and weekly specials. Our wine list features over 300 selections with a strong emphasis on domestic selections. We also have a wide variety of local brews, unique micro-brews, small batch and Reserve Bourbons, and single-malt Scotch.
Seasonal, creative Southern dishes served in lively, comfortable environs.
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Address: 2001 Greene St A, Columbia, SC 29205
Phone: (803) 254-7828
Website: http://www.mrfriendlys.com/
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Founded in the early ‘8Os as a sandwich and cookie shop, Mr. Friendly’s New Southern Café has evolved into much more since its inception.
Reviews
Erik Gonzalez
The staff was very nice and friendly. Definitely felt welcomed.
I tried the chocolate cherry old fashioned and thought it was quite tasty.
I tried the meatloaf entre and it was very delicious. Very flavorful after every bite.
They have an outside patio. Plenty of room.
I would come again.
… moreI tried the chocolate cherry old fashioned and thought it was quite tasty.
I tried the meatloaf entre and it was very delicious. Very flavorful after every bite.
They have an outside patio. Plenty of room.
I would come again.
Bill McLeod
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
1. Outstanding Lunch Experience: Mr. Friendly’s continues to impress with its welcoming Southern charm and exceptional flavors.
2. Delicious Salad Choice: My “Almost Fall” salad with chicken was fresh, colorful, and perfectly balanced — light but satisfying, with great seasonal touches.
3. Spectacular Entrée: My wife’s trout was beautifully cooked and paired wonderfully with the Creole slaw and ABC grits — a true Southern standout.
4. Warm, Attentive Service: The staff was friendly and efficient, making the meal relaxed and enjoyable from start to finish.
5. Highly Recommended: Whether for a casual lunch or a special meal, Mr. Friendly’s remains one of the best dining spots around. We’ll definitely be back!
… more1. Outstanding Lunch Experience: Mr. Friendly’s continues to impress with its welcoming Southern charm and exceptional flavors.
2. Delicious Salad Choice: My “Almost Fall” salad with chicken was fresh, colorful, and perfectly balanced — light but satisfying, with great seasonal touches.
3. Spectacular Entrée: My wife’s trout was beautifully cooked and paired wonderfully with the Creole slaw and ABC grits — a true Southern standout.
4. Warm, Attentive Service: The staff was friendly and efficient, making the meal relaxed and enjoyable from start to finish.
5. Highly Recommended: Whether for a casual lunch or a special meal, Mr. Friendly’s remains one of the best dining spots around. We’ll definitely be back!
Casey McMillan MD
This had been our favorite special occasion restaurant for twenty years. Tonight’s experience was less enjoyable. Still a beautiful place but parking stinks and the waiting area is non-existent. We were seated in the bar area which was crammed alongside loud drinkers. Service was decent but not to its prior standard. Prices are up and too high.
App Special spinach-ham dip- Spectacular, just needed an extra couple toasts.
Shrimp and Grits- Creole sauce weak, grits thin and underseasoned. Shrimp were plentiful and very good
Trout- Good and large size but one ingredient was bitter, greens average.
Sweet Tea- Just average, used to be great.
… moreApp Special spinach-ham dip- Spectacular, just needed an extra couple toasts.
Shrimp and Grits- Creole sauce weak, grits thin and underseasoned. Shrimp were plentiful and very good
Trout- Good and large size but one ingredient was bitter, greens average.
Sweet Tea- Just average, used to be great.
Mathieu Deflem
Awesome southern-style food in an excellent atmosphere. The service is impeccable, always. The food is not of the cheapest kind but the quality of the cooking makes it well worth it. Reservations highly advised because it can be quite busy. Recommended!
… moreGanjaFarmer
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Breast, perfectly cooked and seasoned with tasty mashed taters and Tasso ham gravy. White Chocolate-Blueberry Cheesecake , very tasty but small portions. The portions on both the meal and cheesecake could be a little more to accommodate the high price. The greens were pretty decent as well. Don’t forget to try the ginger beer/soda
… moreShannon J
Finally got around to trying Mr. Friendly’s. Our party of two had a 6:30 PM reservation on a Saturday night. We were a few minutes early and our table wasn’t quite ready, so we went to the bar. I ordered a Mr. Friendly’s 75, which is their version of a French 75. It was quite good. My friend got the Watermelon-Basil “Mojito”, which was very refreshing. We barely got our drinks before our table was ready, so we had to close out at the bar before heading to our table. Sam greeted us right away and gave us plenty of time to look over the specials and menu. We ordered the skillet baked Country Ham Spinach Dip and fried Adluh Yellow Grit Cakes for appetizers. The spinach dip was quite good, but the bread was not toasted, as indicated on the menu. It looked to be a sliced store-bought baguette, very plain and not appealing to the eye. The grit cakes were OK, and not something I would order again. For our entrées, we ordered the Cornmeal Fried NC Catfish and the Char-Grilled CAB Ribeye. The catfish was delicious, along with the collard greens, tartar sauce, and grits that came with it. Again, the ribeye was OK, but if I order a steak in a restaurant, I expect it to be better than what I could make at home. There was nothing special about it. I normally order my steak medium rare, but because I was sharing with my table mate, I went with medium, which was exactly how it was cooked. The blue cheese stuffed peach was less than good. Great idea, in concept, but the blue cheese was way overpowering. The mashed potatoes were delicious, as were the seasonal vegetables. We finished with two desserts, the Peanut Butter Fudge Pie, and the Crème Brûlée Cheesecake. The pie was absolutely delicious, but I think the crème brûlée cheesecake missed the mark. Just not a lot of flavor. Sam was a wonderful waiter and was attentive when he needed to be, but not intrusive otherwise. I had high expectations for Mr. Friendly’s, and they came in a little below the bar. I would be willing to try it again. The atmosphere was nice. I enjoyed the interior artwork, and it was quiet enough that you could hold a conversation without shouting. There was ample parking in the lot right outside.
… moreTashira McKnight-Addison
First time here and the food was amazing. Highly recommend the pecan crab crusted trout and the white chocolate blueberry cobbler cheesecake. We will definitely be back.
… moreDave Zatorski
Had high expectations for Mr. Friendly’s and only the grits lived up to excitement. Ordered the chicken and mashed potatoes and I thought it too peppery. The locale should consider playing music to enhance the atmosphere.
… moreL M
I am sharing additional context following my initial one-star rating.
We dined with a reservation and ordered a full three-course meal, along with cocktails and a bottle of wine. Our check totaled roughly $250 before tip. Service throughout the evening was adequate, but pacing from the kitchen was not. After placing our entrée order, we waited approximately 45 to 60 minutes for our mains to arrive. We did not complain and passed the time with our appetizer and two baskets of bread while waiting.
As I was finishing my coffee after dessert and had already signed the check and closed the folio, a man approached the table and informed us that we had been seated for 2.5 hours and needed to leave so the table could be turned. At that point, the total time was about 2 hours and 20 minutes, and we were preparing to leave. Importantly, this comment was made only after confirming the bill had been paid and gratuity added.
I calmly explained on the way out that we had not been lingering idly and that the extended dining time was largely due to the long wait for food. Instead of acknowledging this, he argued that we had taken too long to order and stated that we were the ones being rude.
Being rushed out the door at the conclusion of a high-spend, multi-course dinner, especially when delays originated from the kitchen, reflects poor hospitality and misplaced blame. I will not return to an establishment that addresses guests in this manner.
… moreWe dined with a reservation and ordered a full three-course meal, along with cocktails and a bottle of wine. Our check totaled roughly $250 before tip. Service throughout the evening was adequate, but pacing from the kitchen was not. After placing our entrée order, we waited approximately 45 to 60 minutes for our mains to arrive. We did not complain and passed the time with our appetizer and two baskets of bread while waiting.
As I was finishing my coffee after dessert and had already signed the check and closed the folio, a man approached the table and informed us that we had been seated for 2.5 hours and needed to leave so the table could be turned. At that point, the total time was about 2 hours and 20 minutes, and we were preparing to leave. Importantly, this comment was made only after confirming the bill had been paid and gratuity added.
I calmly explained on the way out that we had not been lingering idly and that the extended dining time was largely due to the long wait for food. Instead of acknowledging this, he argued that we had taken too long to order and stated that we were the ones being rude.
Being rushed out the door at the conclusion of a high-spend, multi-course dinner, especially when delays originated from the kitchen, reflects poor hospitality and misplaced blame. I will not return to an establishment that addresses guests in this manner.
LaSandra Teixeira
We had a great experience at Mr. Friendly’s! The food was delicious, and the service was outstanding. They were able to accommodate our party of 8 with less than two hours’ notice, which we really appreciated. The staff was friendly and made sure everyone in our group was well taken care of. We also loved that they were willing to adjust the dishes to meet allergen preferences. Our family enjoyed themselves, and we will definitely be returning!
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