4.5+ Stars · Columbia
Highly Rated Restaurants in Columbia, MO
Only the best make this list. These restaurants in Columbia have earned 4.5+ star ratings from real customers — consistently.
As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Columbia, MO by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Ernie's Cafe & Steak House with a 4.6-star rating from 1,063 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 93/100. Also in the top tier: CC's City Broiler and Murry's. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Columbia is 4.5 stars from 1,209 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Columbia range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated June 10, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
Ozark Mountain Biscuit & Bar
This local favorite tops the list for its creative Southern-inspired menu, scratch-made biscuits, and craft cocktails that consistently earn rave reviews.
Most Reviewed
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
A high review count reflects widespread customer trust and a proven track record of consistent quality and value.
For a quicker meal, try Cheddar's or Addison's; if you want a unique local experience, plan ahead for Ozark Mountain Biscuit & Bar, as it often has a wait.
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Top Rated Restaurants
A reliable local favorite with 4.6 stars from over a thousand reviews.
1005 E Walnut St, Columbia, MO 65201, USAConsistently rated 4.6 stars from over 1,300 local Google reviews.
1401 Forum Blvd, Columbia, MO 65203, USAConsistently rated 4.6 stars from over 2,100 Google reviews.
3107 Green Meadows Way, Columbia, MO 65203, USARestaurants Rankings in Columbia, MO
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Ernie's Cafe & Steak House1005 E Walnut St, Columbia, MO 65201, USA | 4.6★ | 1,063 |
| #2 | CC's City Broiler1401 Forum Blvd, Columbia, MO 65203, USA | 4.6★ | 1,378 |
| #3 | Murry's3107 Green Meadows Way, Columbia, MO 65203, USA | 4.6★ | 2,180 |
| #4 | Flyover212 Grn Mdws Rd STE 9, Columbia, MO 65203, USA | 4.7★ | 641 |
| #5 | Barred Owl Butcher & Table47 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65203, USA | 4.6★ | 853 |
| #6 | Endwell Taverna107 N 9th St, Columbia, MO 65201, USA | 4.7★ | 229 |
| #7 | Como Smoke and Fire4600 Paris Rd #102, Columbia, MO 65202, USA | 4.5★ | 2,270 |
| #8 | Sage - Columbia, MO11 N 9th St, Columbia, MO 65201, USA | 4.7★ | 179 |
| #9 | Room 38 Restaurant & Lounge38 N 8th St, Columbia, MO 65201, USA | 4.3★ | 1,058 |
| #10 | Sycamore Restaurant800 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201, USA | 4.4★ | 579 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
All Restaurants in Columbia
Rated 4.7 stars from over 600 Google reviews, this Columbia restaurant is a local favorite.
212 Grn Mdws Rd STE 9, Columbia, MO 65203, USA
Praised by 850+ reviewers for consistently excellent food and service.
47 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65203, USA
Rated 4.7 stars from over 200 Google reviews, this local restaurant is highly recommended.
107 N 9th St, Columbia, MO 65201, USA
Known for strong 4.5-star ratings across thousands of Google reviews.
4600 Paris Rd #102, Columbia, MO 65202, USA
4.7 stars from 179 Google reviews, highly rated by local diners.
11 N 9th St, Columbia, MO 65201, USA
Boasting 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews, this Columbia restaurant is a crowd favorite.
38 N 8th St, Columbia, MO 65201, USA
Consistently rated 4.4 stars from nearly 600 Google reviews.
800 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201, USA
Rated 4.1 stars from over 140 Google reviews, this Columbia restaurant is a reliable local choice.
1025 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201, USA
Consistently rated 4.4 stars from over 1,000 Google reviews.
3910 Peachtree Dr Suite H, Columbia, MO 65203, USA
Highly rated Columbia restaurant with 4.5 stars from over 800 reviews.
21 N 9th St, Columbia, MO 65201, USA
Consistently rated 4.5 stars from over 3,500 Google reviews.
115 S 5th St, Columbia, MO 65201, USA
Solid 4.3-star rating from over 1,000 Google reviews.
410 S 9th St, Columbia, MO 65201, USA
Rated 4.2 stars from over 800 Google reviews by local diners.
4380 Nocona Pkwy, Columbia, MO 65201, USA
A popular Columbia restaurant with 4.5 stars from over 750 Google reviews.
1204 Hinkson Ave, Columbia, MO 65201, USA
A solid 4.2-star rating from over 3,500 Google reviews.
1010 Interstate 70 Dr SW, Columbia, MO 65203, USA
Praised by over 1,400 reviews, this Columbia restaurant holds a strong 4.5-star rating.
709 Cherry St, Columbia, MO 65201, USA
Praised by hundreds of diners, this Columbia restaurant holds a strong 4.3-star rating.
1111 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201, USA
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Restaurants in Columbia, MO — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ernie's Cafe & Steak House | 93/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,063 |
| 2 | CC's City Broiler | 93/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,378 |
| 3 | Murry's | 93/100 | 4.6 ★ | 2,180 |
| 4 | Flyover | 95/100 | 4.7 ★ | 641 |
| 5 | Barred Owl Butcher & Table | 93/100 | 4.6 ★ | 853 |
| 6 | Endwell Taverna | 94/100 | 4.7 ★ | 229 |
| 7 | Como Smoke and Fire | 83/100 | 4.5 ★ | 2,270 |
| 8 | Sage - Columbia, MO | 85/100 | 4.7 ★ | 179 |
| 9 | Room 38 Restaurant & Lounge | 80/100 | 4.3 ★ | 1,058 |
| 10 | Sycamore Restaurant | 90/100 | 4.4 ★ | 579 |
Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · June 2026
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