Top Dawg Tavern - Columbia

4.1 ( 1967 reviews )
$10–20
498 Town Center Pl, Columbia, SC 29229, United States
+1 803-454-8700

Top Dawg Tavern in Columbia is quickly becoming a local favorite for those seeking a vibrant atmosphere paired with delicious American cuisine. Nestled at 498 Town Center Place, this restaurant not only offers a tempting menu but also features live music that enhances the dining experience. Guests rave about the exceptional service provided by staff like Madison, who is consistently praised for her attentiveness and friendly demeanor.

The menu is a highlight, with standout dishes like the Buffalo Chicken Dip and famously shareable wings drawing compliments. Many patrons appreciate the reasonable drink prices, making it an excellent spot for a night out. The lively ambiance, especially during live music nights, creates an inviting environment that keeps diners coming back. Emmanuel Williams noted the restaurant's cleanliness and football season buzz, suggesting it’s the perfect place for game days with friends.

Overall, Top Dawg Tavern is a must-visit for its delightful food, friendly service, and vibrant atmosphere, making it a staple in Columbia's dining scene.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Outdoor seating
    • Delivery
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Fast service
    • Great beer selection
    • Great cocktails
    • Great tea selection
    • Great wine list
    • Live music
    • Sport
  • Popular for
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Offerings
    • Alcohol
    • Beer
    • Cocktails
    • Coffee
    • Comfort food
    • Food
    • Happy-hour drinks
    • Happy-hour food
    • Late-night food
    • Quick bite
    • Small plates
    • Spirits
    • Vegetarian options
    • Wine
  • Dining options
    • Brunch
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Catering
    • Dessert
    • Seating
    • Table service
  • Amenities
    • Bar on site
    • Toilet
    • Wi-Fi
    • Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Groups
    • Tourists
    • University students
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs
    • Kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free parking lot
    • On-site parking
    • Parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Top Dawg Tavern - Columbia

Candice Bertolette
Jun 27,2025
My husband and I had lunch here and our Server was Madison she was very sweet and kind and did an Amazing job !!!! If anyone goes to Top Dawg should def have the wings and first off ask for Madison. She will give you top notch service !!!! Great beer to btw
James McCallum
Jun 21,2025
So, the food is pretty good here and the drinks are reasonably priced, but the real draw for a lot of us is hearing Lance and Cathy play live music. If you are going to be there on a night they are playing inside, come very early, because they fill up the place. If they're outside, then the patio will be full, but there's a little more room inside. Either way, you want to listen to them when they're there.
mary kirkland
Jun 18,2025
Service was great! My server was Madison, she was very attentive and had a positive attitude. Our food was great and came out within minutes. Wonderful experience, definitely will be coming back soon.
Alex W
Jun 14,2025
Stopped in for dinner this evening. Ordered a few items off the menu. For starters I had the Buffalo Chicken Dip. I also ordered a side Tavern Salad, and an order of Fries. To go I ordered a 10 piece mild Wings. All of the food was delicious, and the atmosphere, and service at the bar was exceptional!
Emmanuel Williams
Jun 4,2025
Coming from the Atlanta area to see a friend he recommended this restaurant. He's heard good things about it from plenty of people and I must say the food was really good. The atmosphere was really positive and had good vibes. I can see this establishment being packed on a Saturday and Sunday during football season. There's flat screens all over the place. Our server was really cool and recommended certain dishes and answered my questions. It was very pleasant speaking with him. My apologies for forgetting his name but I do remember he's from New Orleans. There was a 15 minute wait when we arrived, they had seats up front for you to sit while waiting. The restaurant was very clean and packed. Also there was free and plenty of parking in the area. My visit was on 2/17/24. I ordered chicken tender with fries and added chili with cheese. Also had a sweetened tea with lemons. The establishment does offer military discount after showing ID.
Rick Worley
Apr 10,2025
I will say I’ve never had a bad experience here but I recently had the best service I’ve experienced in a restaurant in awhile! A young girl named Madison really went out of her way to make my dining experience exceptional! She was very courteous and really knowledgeable about the food. My coffee cup never got below half a cup and her recommendation of French Toast and bacon was spot on! Thanks to Madison I will definitely be making this a regular thing!
Tiffany
Mar 22,2025
First time visiting and my experience was great. The prices was reasonable and the staff was friendly. I had grilled chicken blackened pasta and it was sooooo good with a Caesar salad that was so fresh! My friend had the buffalo wings and he said those were very good. They have appetizer specials on food and drinks and overall the prices were affordable in my opinion. I rated five stars and highly recommend if you in the area.
Debbie Worley
Mar 14,2025
Love the atmosphere. Plenty of TVs and there are always good games playing on the weekend. The patio is the best. Love the salad and burgers. The service is awesome! Kenzie, Fallon and especially Madison are awesome!

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