Saluda’s, a mainstay of Columbia’s restaurant scene, can be found in the renovated VFW Officers’ Club. The perfect spot for relaxed fine dining with a southern twist, the restaurant’s interior setting is open and elegant, with a gorgeous 1880s mahogany bar reclaimed from the Blakely Hotel in Philadelphia. Using the freshest ingredients from local South Carolina farmers and fishermen, Chef Blake Fairies uses cutting-edge techniques to put a Southern stamp on classic French and Italian cuisine.

Yelp: 4.5 stars, 64 reviews Head to the heart of Five Points where you’ll find Saluda’s, an elegant dining experience that consistently aims to provide unparalleled food and service. You’ll find an 1800s mahogany bar and a 1915 grand piano to perfectly accompany the crisp lines and white table cloths. Arguably the best shrimp and grits in town, and hands down the best sweet tea pork chops you’ll ever bite into anywhere, Saluda’s menu will have you on the edge of your seat as you venture through one delectable course after another.

Housed in a carefully renovated historic VFW officers club, augmented with an 1800s mahogany bar and a gorgeous 1915 Schomacker grand piano, Saluda's is elegant and sophisticated. The chefs focus on Southern and Continental dishes, frequently tweaking favorites for a more modern presentation. Try oysters Rockefeller bruschetta, fried green tomatoes with goat cheese and a balsamic reduction, seared scallops with tomato-saffron sauce and white truffle risotto, or blackened chicken with SC peach and honey marmalade.

For upscale wining + fine dining with a killer aerial view of the Five Points district, take a seat on the patio of local favorite Saluda’s for post-happy hour fancy feastin’. Known for southern eats with a dash of Italian + French flare, Saluda’s has quite the fan club that comes for the buffalo fried oysters and country-fried duck breast, but stays for a birds-eye view of the iconic Five Points fountain and sunsets.

Though Saluda’s well-known romantic outdoor patio seating may be a little too chilly for dinner in December, the restaurant’s interior seating is just as intimate. With wood floors, white table cloths and leather chairs, the dining room sets the tone for romance. Executive Chef Josh Rogerson’s French and Italian dishes and an award-winning wine list add to the ambiance.

Saluda’s Restaurant offers an elegant and intimate atmosphere with delicious food and drinks and attentive service ensuring your date night is romantic. Their menu includes steak, seafood, and Southern cuisine with Italian and French flair. Items may vary seasonally as they use fresh local produce, choice meats, and globally sourced ingredients.

🐚 Saluda’s | Raw oysters (market price) + Fried Buffalo Oysters ($13) | Fried Gulf oysters with buffalo sauce, blue cheese crumbles, celery + bacon crumbles | Buffalo Chicken step aside, there’s a delicious new sheriff in town, and his name is Buffalo Oyster.

If you want something a little more traditional, we suggest you head over to Five Points and book a private room at Saluda’s. You’ll have the chance to dine on some truly inspired entrees while enjoying a one-of-a-kind view of the center of the district.

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (289 reviews)- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)- Type of cuisine: American- Price: $$$$- Address: 751 Saluda Ave, Columbia, SC 29205-1647- Read more on Tripadvisor

Saluda’s: Nestled in the heart of Five Points, Saluda’s serves up refined Southern dishes in an elegant setting. Their sweet tea-brined pork chop is a standout, and the service is as exceptional as the food.

This casual fine-dining establishment stands out among its Five Points peers with its cutting-edge culinary styles. Serves seafood, beef and vegetarian entrees.