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Experienced Restaurants in Columbia, TN
Experience matters. These restaurants in Columbia have years of proven work behind them — and the reviews to back it up.
As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Columbia, TN by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Mama Mila’s with a 4.7-star rating from 965 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 83/100. Also in the top tier: Pasta and Pita and Peppercorn Scratch Kitchen. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Columbia is 4.6 stars from 747 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Columbia range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated June 23, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
Pasta and Pita
Pasta and Pita stands out as the top-ranked restaurant in Columbia, TN, offering a consistently excellent dining experience that combines Mediterranean flavors with high customer satisfaction.
Most Reviewed
Puckett's Restaurant
A high number of reviews indicates broad popularity and a proven track record of consistent service, making it a reliable choice for visitors.
For the best balance of high ratings and local flavor, try Pasta and Pita for top-ranked quality or Puckett's for a widely popular, crowd-tested meal. Consider checking recent reviews for current menus and wait times.
Local Market Snapshot
20
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4.6★
Avg rating
747
Avg reviews
Jun 23, 2026
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Top Rated Restaurants
4.7-star Columbia restaurant with nearly 1,000 glowing Google reviews.
1200 S Garden St, Columbia, TN 38401, USARated 4.8 stars from 584 reviews, this Columbia restaurant is a local favorite.
1390 Hampshire Pike b, Columbia, TN 38401, USABoasts a 4.8-star rating from over 550 Google reviews.
2563 Nashville Hwy Suite 5, Columbia, TN 38401, USARestaurants Rankings in Columbia, TN
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mama Mila’s1200 S Garden St, Columbia, TN 38401, USA | 4.7★ | 965 |
| #2 | Pasta and Pita1390 Hampshire Pike b, Columbia, TN 38401, USA | 4.8★ | 584 |
| #3 | Peppercorn Scratch Kitchen2563 Nashville Hwy Suite 5, Columbia, TN 38401, USA | 4.8★ | 556 |
| #4 | Ollie & Finn's Counter510 N Garden St suite h, Columbia, TN 38401, USA | 4.8★ | 293 |
| #5 | Grazie Italian Eatery101 N James Campbell Blvd, Columbia, TN 38401, USA | 4.7★ | 76 |
| #6 | Old Glory Restaurant Real Home Cooking1018 S Garden St, Columbia, TN 38401, USA | 4.6★ | 593 |
| #7 | August Sage Cafe101 N James Campbell Blvd Suite 6, Columbia, TN 38401, USA | 4.6★ | 153 |
| #8 | Whiskey Alley Saloon111 W 7th St, Columbia, TN 38401, USA | 4.5★ | 65 |
| #9 | Puckett's Restaurant15 Public Square, Columbia, TN 38401, USA | 4.4★ | 3,073 |
| #10 | Legends Steakhouse - Columbia2401 Pulaski Hwy, Columbia, TN 38401, USA | 4.2★ | 2,358 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
All Restaurants in Columbia
Consistently rated 4.8 stars from nearly 300 glowing Google reviews.
510 N Garden St suite h, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
Rated 4.7 stars from 76 Google reviews, a popular local dining choice.
101 N James Campbell Blvd, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
Highly rated Columbia restaurant with 4.6 stars from nearly 600 reviews.
1018 S Garden St, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
Popular Columbia restaurant with a strong 4.6-star rating from hundreds of reviews.
101 N James Campbell Blvd Suite 6, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
Known for consistent quality with a strong 4.5-star rating from 65 Google reviews.
111 W 7th St, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
Solid 4.4-star rating from over 3,000 Google reviews in Columbia.
15 Public Square, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
Known for solid service from thousands of reviews, this 4.2-star Columbia restaurant is a reliable local choice.
2401 Pulaski Hwy, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
Solid 4.3-star rating from nearly 1,800 Google reviews.
117 W 7th St, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
Known for consistent quality, with 4.5 stars from nearly 500 Google reviews.
1000 Riverside Dr, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
An exceptional 5.0-star rating from over 100 glowing Google reviews.
807A S Garden St, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
Rated 4.9 stars from 63 Google reviews, this Columbia restaurant is highly praised by diners.
109 E 6th St, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
Earned a solid 4.2-star rating from thousands of Google reviews.
5201 Trotwood Ave, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
Consistently rated 4.7 stars across hundreds of Google reviews.
814 S Main St, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
Rated 4.6 stars from 374 Google reviews, a popular local dining choice.
1511 Nashville Hwy F, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
Praised by hundreds of locals, this Columbia restaurant holds a strong 4.6-star rating.
105 E 6th St, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
Rated 4.6 stars from nearly 300 Google reviews.
100 W 5th St # 104, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
Known for consistent quality with a 4.6-star rating from over 200 reviews.
815 S James Campbell Blvd, Columbia, TN 38401, USA
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Restaurants in Columbia, TN — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mama Mila’s | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 965 |
| 2 | Pasta and Pita | 85/100 | 4.8 ★ | 584 |
| 3 | Peppercorn Scratch Kitchen | 85/100 | 4.8 ★ | 556 |
| 4 | Ollie & Finn's Counter | 85/100 | 4.8 ★ | 293 |
| 5 | Grazie Italian Eatery | 77/100 | 4.7 ★ | 76 |
| 6 | Old Glory Restaurant Real Home Cooking | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 593 |
| 7 | August Sage Cafe | 79/100 | 4.6 ★ | 153 |
| 8 | Whiskey Alley Saloon | 73/100 | 4.5 ★ | 65 |
| 9 | Puckett's Restaurant | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 3,073 |
| 10 | Legends Steakhouse - Columbia | 75/100 | 4.2 ★ | 2,358 |
Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · June 2026
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