Congratulations Main Street District!

September 25, 2020

The Main Street District is excited to win Free Times Best of Columbia 2020 for the ‘Biggest Improvement in Columbia this Year’. We are proud to win this award for the 6th year! This last year was the first in which everyone got to enjoy the beautiful renovations of Columbia Museum of Art’s Boyd Plaza! Congratulations to all of our Main Street neighbors.

Uptown on Main Reopens Under New Ownership

Michelle Cormier has reopened the gift shop in its same location on Main Street. She said the store’s merchandise will remain the same, with the addition of new brands.

“Most of the things I’m adding are to enhance what was already there,” she said. “I’m excited to get opened up and continue the legacy that Martha Studstill started and become part of the downtown Columbia family.”

Hampton Street Vineyard Reopens Under New Ownership

Hampton Street Vineyard

The new ownership team behind Hampton Street Vineyard brings wine expertise and fine dining experience to the restaurant that has operated in the Main Street District for more than 20 years.

Chelsea Carrier, Jonathan Lopez, and Hernan Martinez, the three co-owners, have worked as beverage directors and general managers in dining destinations like New York City and Chicago, at restaurants that have taken home coveted James Beard Foundation Awards.

Hampton Street Vineyard is now open for lunch, dinner, and takeout.

Congratulations His & Hers Tailoring on Celebrating 48 Years in the Main Street District

Thomasena Reynolds

His & Hers Tailoring is celebrating 48 years in the Main Street District this September! The shop is a family owned business run by Thomasena Reynolds and her two daughters.

“I love the wonderful people in the Main Street District. Everyone is very kind, friendly, dependable, and an absolute joy to work with. I am one of the original board members of City Center Partnership, so the Main Street District has a special place in my heart,” said Thomasena.

His & Hers Tailoring is open Monday – Friday from 9 am – 5 pm. They also make and sell quality face masks if you’re ready to swap out your paper one! Ask for Val (803-799-9519).

Congratulations Soda City Market for Being Named 10 of the Best Unexpected Farmers Markets in the U.S.

Soda City Market has been named one of the 10 Best Unexpected Farmers Markets in the U.S. by Garden & Health. According to the publication, the event is “inspired by traditional European street markets,” and features over 150 producer-only (products must be made or grown by sellers) vendors on Saturdays yearlong, rain, or shine. Vendors and food trucks line Columbia’s Main Street selling everything from Thai street food, paella, Belgian waffles, kombucha, and olive oils to handmade art.

City Center Partnership’s 19^th Annual Celebration is Going to be Virtual this Year

Mark your calendar for Monday, November 16. Things are a little different this year, but you will be excited to hear what is in store for Main Street! Stay tuned and be on the lookout for more details and login information.

Reopenings:

Hendrix

1649 Main Street

Hendrix Dining Room Has Reopened

Reservations are now available through OpenTable. The rooftop will also offer a full menu. Check out their website to see their weekly menu at http://www.hendrixsc.com/

Bourbon

1214 Main Street

Bourbon Has Reopened for Outdoor Seating and Takeout

Missing the Heart of Darkness cocktail? To remedy this prolonged absence, Bourbon has reopened for outdoor seating and takeout.

Bourbon is known for its variety of whiskey, bourbon, and craft cocktails, accompanied by creole-style food with locally sourced ingredients.

Villa Tronco Has Reopened for Dine-in Dinner

Villa Tronco is now open for dine-in 5 – 9 pm from Tuesday – Saturday. Please make reservations as space is limited due to COVID-19 social distancing guidelines. Check out their menu and specials on their website at: https://www.villatronco.com/Specials

Cowboys Brazilian Steakhouse is Back Open for Lunch

Enjoy all you can eat 30-item gourmet salad bar and six hot dishes for $8 per pound. Lunch is Take-Out only.

Main Street Public House

1556 Main Street