Kiki’s Mexican Restaurant was established in 1976 when Paula Yardeni bought the historical building located on the corner of N. Piedras. Kiki’s, named after Paula’s two-year-old daughter, is a local El Paso favorite serving traditional Mexican Cuisine. In 2012 Kiki’s Mexican Restaurant was purchased by long-time manager Hector Latigo who continues Kiki’s legacy. In 1997, Kiki’s was named one of the top 50 Hispanic Restaurants in the U.S. and Puerto Rico by Hispanic Magazine. Voted 39 of 50 Top Hispanic Food Restaurants in The United States and Puerto Rico Serving- Lunch, Dinner Address- 2719 N ..read more

Known as the oldest restaurant in Camden, South Carolina, the Broad Street Lunch Restaurant was established in 1931. A local favorite for its hamburgers and fries, The Broad Street Lunch came under new ownership in 2021. Under the new ownership, Broad Street Lunch expanded its menu to include Jamaican Cuisine and changed its name to Broad Street Lunch, Burgers, and Jamaican Cuisine. Dine-in and Carry-out options are available. Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 10 AM-5 PM. Broad Street Lunch Serving Jamaican Cuisine Address- 1110 Little St, Camden, SC Phone- (803) 432-0441 Website:  Socia ..read more

Mama Blair, a wife, a mother, a schoolteacher, and a beloved community member, got her start by cooking and selling chicken breast sandwiched at the family-owned club in Wallace, SC. The sandwiches became such a hit that people would travel from other night spots to get one before heading home. Later Mama Blair and her husband opened a restaurant in Bennettsville, SC, called Mama Blair’s Wings and things. Here she brought her flavors and unique recipes and created something special. Since her passing, her essence has lived on through the generations. It is the inspiration behind Mama Blair’s F ..read more

Paella is a rice-based dish cooked over an open fire. In its origin Paella was considered a low-budget fare created to provide nourishment to Spanish farmers and day laborers. Southern Style The original Valencia Paella recipe included rice combined with various ingredients from around the countryside, such as beans, chicken, rabbit, duck, and snails. In addition, the original recipe included the seasoning, Saffron. As Paella gained popularity, the Spanish dish has undergone multiple variations.   Now considered one of the most famous international dishes worldwide with hundreds ..read more

Masa Mexican Street Food Restaurant is located in Camden, South Carolina. This locally owned restaurant serves authentic Mexican Street Fare like Tamales, Burritos, and Quesadillas. Masa is open Monday-Thursday 11:00- 930 and Friday and Saturday from 11:00- 10:00 and is closed on Sunday. Dine-in and Carry-out options are available. Address- 2209 West Dekalb Street Camden, SC 29040 Phone- (803) 572-5530 Website:  https://www.masamexicanstreetfood.com/ Social Media: Facebook: @masacamden Instagram: @masa_camden View of Bar area and Dining Room at Masa Mexican Street Food Restaurant in ..read more

Chef Cedric McEachin, a partnered owner/operator of the Bubblelicious Chicken and Waffles food truck, has over twenty years of experience cooking customized menus. Finding his gift for cooking at the age of seven, Chef Ced has gone on to work in multiple restaurants in California and opened his first restaurant in 2017. Now back to his southern roots, Chef Ced brings his creative touch and unique cooking skills to develop Bubblelicious. A food truck serving innovative foods like chicken and waffles, loaded fries, and more. Bubblelicious can be found each Saturday in Soda City, Columbia, SC, fr ..read more

Black Rooster, located in West Columbia, South Carolina, is a locally owned restaurant serving “French-ish” French Inspired cuisine. Black Rooster is open 5 PM-10 PM Monday through Saturday and closed Sunday. Curbside pickup is available. Address- 201 Meeting Street, West Columbia, SC 29169 Phone- (803) 724-2853 Website: https://www.blackroostersc.com/ Social Media: Facebook: @blackrooster Instagram: @blackroostersc Outdoor Patio at the Black Rooster What is French Cuisine? French Cuisine is inspired by Italian Cuisine; however, the use of native ingredients like cheese and ..read more

As I approached Burger Tavern 77 to enjoy lunch, I could not help but wonder where the burger came from and who created it. So, before starting this restaurant review of Burger Tavern, let’s see if we can answer some of these questions. Burger Tavern 77 Hamburger Restaurant Columbia, South Carolina Hamburgers are enjoyed worldwide, but did you ever stop and wonder where the hamburger came from and who created it? Well, the answer is not so cut and dry. While many people claim to have been the creator of the hamburger, it seems more like an evolutionary process that finally led to what we know ..read more

Le Bambou is a family-owned and operated restaurant serving authentic West African cuisine. Located in Columbia, South Carolina, Chef Maria Above and her mother, originally from Corte D’ Ivoire, recreate a taste of home to share. Serving lunch and dinner, Tuesday-Friday 11 AM – 2 PM and 5 PM – 9 PM, and Saturday 11 AM – 9 PM. It is closed Monday and Sunday. Curbside pickup is available. Address- 10203 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29229 Columbia, South Carolina Phone- (803) 834-4364 Website: https://lebambourestaurantafricain.com/  Social Media: Facebook: @Le Bambou Restaurant Afri ..read more

The Vetropolitan “The Vet” is a veteran-owned and operated restaurant and bar in Columbia, South Carolina. With a menu that features a mixture of southern, low country cuisine, Vetropolitan’s energetic vibe and southern hospitality provide for an entertaining experience. From Brunch to dinner, The Vetropolitan is open seven days a week. Sunday, Tuesday thru Thursday, 11 AM- 11 PM; Monday, 4 PM-11 PM; and Friday and Saturday, 11 AM- 12 AM. Dine-in, curbside pickup, and delivery options are available through Door Dash. Address- 4561 Hard Scrabble Rd Suite 08 Co ..read more