Here are the most popular items at different vendors at Gather Cola

As temperatures rise across South Carolina, Gather Cola in Columbia is continuing to attract visitors looking for food, drinks and live entertainment all in one location.

The open-air venue features 10 restaurants, bars, outdoor seating and a stage for live performances in the heart of Columbia. To highlight the variety of food options available, The State influencer visited each restaurant and tried one of its most popular menu items.

Kiki’s Chicken and Waffles

Popular item: Red velvet waffle

Estimated price: $10

Bessie’s Burger and More

Popular item: Hot honey lemon pepper wings, smash burger and Tiktok famous lemonade

Estimated price: $35

Gyromania Grill

Popular item: Lamb chop plate

Estimated price: $30

Soda Belle

Popular item: Hold Your Horses Drink

Estimated price: $6

Bahn Sai

Popular item: OG Bao Buns

Estimated price: $12

Los Chicanos Jr.

Popular item: Birria tacos and Mango Fresca

Estimated price: $20

Melt

Popular item: Philly cheesesteak and cheese curds

Estimated price: $23

Smoke It Up Express

Popular item: Rib tips

Estimated price: $19

Cocobowlz

Popular item: Downtown acai bowl

Estimated price: $15

Bull and Bread

Popular item: Rachel sandwich and house chips

Estimated price: $13

Big Easy Seafood

Popular item: Shrimp bowl

Estimated price: $15

These are estimated prices because depending on how you order prices can fluctuate due to inflation, taxes, and add-ons.

Along with dining options, Gather Cola hosts live music, community events and outdoor activities. With their next event being an R&B Brunch June 7tfrom 1 to - p++.

Their operating hours are; Monday closed, open Tuesday to Thursday 11a.m.++ 9p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m to 10 p.m., and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays.

Gather Cola is located in the Bull Street district and has street parking that only cost a few dollars with the Passport Parking app.