A long-running Columbia Korean restaurant has closed its doors. What to know
A restaurant known for offering authentic Korean flavors has bid farewell along a busy road in Columbia.
Arirang Korean Restaurant, which has been at 1943 Decker Blvd. for a number of years, announced its closure in Feb. 25 posts on Facebook and on Instagram. The posts cited unforeseen circumstances as the reason for the shuttering.
“Over the past years, we poured our hearts into every dish and every guest experience,” Arirang said on social media. “We are deeply grateful for the support, encouragement and loyalty you have shown us, especially to our regulars who became like family.”
The menu at Arirang was highlighted with Korean favorites such as bibimbap, japchae, Korean fried chicken, bulgogi, pan-fried dumplings and much more.
“It has meant so much to share our food, our culture and our table with you,” the restaurant said on social media. “Thank you for allowing us to be part of your gatherings, celebrations, and everyday meals. Please continue to support local businesses in our community.”
The Korean restaurant was located in a small strip of storefronts along busy Decker Boulevard. That boulevard, located east of Two Notch Road, has long been known as Richland County’s “international corridor,” as it is home to numerous international, multicultural restaurants and businesses.
This story was originally published March 3, 2026 at 12:57 PM.
