2016’s Top of the Town: Top Place for a Business Lunch
First Place – Flat Branch Pub & Brewing
115 S. 5th St. | 573-499-0400
Open since 1994, Flat Branch is a staple of Columbia cuisine, founded when owner Tom Smith wanted to enjoy craft beer locally. Flat Branch is rated the No. 1 restaurant in Columbia on Trip Advisor. While enjoying the bar or patio, patrons can check out a tour of their brewery or try their award-wining in-house brews and changing seasonal menus. Their famous “Chokes ‘n Cheese” make for a great appetizer to share during a business lunch.
Second Place – 44 Stone Public House
3910 Peachtree Drive | 573-443-2726
The gastropub offers private dining on site and catering up to 400 people. 44 Stone also hosts Sunday brunch with traditional English breakfast, bread pudding, and smoked salmon. Their “tap cams” are viewable online and show the day’s brews on tap.