700 Gervais Street
Columbia, SC 29201
Richland County
Phone: (803) 252-7625
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by Giuseppe Schummer on This is why I like SF. Following a recommendation from a friend, I came here for the bottomless mimosas and was treated to a very unique SF experience. I didn't know it, but the day I came was the Folsom Street Festival (Bondage/S&M festival). All the waitresses were decked out in "gear" and they were totally playing the part. In between downing fatty shots and serving our food, they were spanking patrons with paddles and just really having a good time. I totally didn't expect that but it really added to the whole party vibe. Oh yeah, and it was 11 a.m. haha. The food here is better than average, nothing mind-blowing, but really, it's the ambiance that sets this place apart. Young, hip people, club music, bottomless mimosas, and super fun waitresses.. what more could you ask for in a brunch? If you want to go, you should make a reservation because otherwise, be prepared to wait.
by Jaymi W. on This is actually more like 3.75 stars. Tao surprised me. I was slightly annoyed by the fact that I waited an hour for a table I had reservations for. Just sayin'. It was packed on a Tuesday night, full of 30 somethings just getting off of work, 40 something cougars, 50 something old dudes looking for a cougar...you know the drill. Nice enough bar area but when it's so packed with people waiting for their incredibly late (and probably reserved) table, it can get a bit annoying. Now, on to the GOOD. The part that made me give 3.75 (4 by decimal hating rateclubs) shiny stars. The inner dining area is really cute, nice atmosphere with a giant buddha welcoming you. My colleague ordered for the table since she was an experienced taoist (as in the food, not the philosophy)... ROASTED SHISHETO PEPPERS- a little appetizer that is not nearly as spicy as they look...but TOTALLY delicious. SATAY of Chilean Sea Bass with wok roasted asparagus- This was a highlight for me. I mean...fish.... ON A STICK. Genius. And totally yummy. Highly recommend this cute little nummy. LOBSTER WONTONS with shiitake ginger broth- these were pretty tasty, but I felt they paled in comparison to my Satay and shishetos! SUSHI- we had a few rolls which I thought were pretty tasty, but not out of this world. I forgot to ask the name, so you are kinda on your own on this one. But, I would say that they were tasty and worth trying. DESSERT!- banana pudding was awesome. rice pudding was good, but the ginger ice cream on it was really tasty. All in all, with about 2 drinks per person, we spent around 350... so, it's not the cheapest meal in NY, but I definitely wasn't feeling ripped off. Try it out, it's worth it.
by Kristin R. on This place is pretty overrated. Some of its notably good qualities are: 1) Fantastic bartender. I say that in the singular because I have only ordered from this bartender both times I have been there. He's the fastest bartender ever and he can hear you over all that noise! He has like super sonic ears or something...and he's kinda cute 2) I really enjoyed the music 3) The lights DO look like buttholes and it is so amusing. I can't take credit for noticing this but I do thank another witty Ratecluber for the spot on comparison It has more bad features than good: 1) The doormen are tools. Major jerks. 2) There's always a line out front, especially if it's after 10, even though it isn't crowded inside! They are trying to give the illusion that Slide is more popular than it really is. 3) Drinks are pricey 4) The slide isn't fun 5) They're a pain about guest lists I mean, my overall impression is that Slide is way too into itself. There are way better clubs/bars w/ dance areas in the city to check out and at way more affordable prices.
