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Blue Marlin
Welcome to the Blue Marlin Restaurant, proudly serving "A Taste of the Southern Low Country," located in Columbia South Carolina's thriving Congaree Vista District.
Stretching from Savannah to the South, and Georgetown to the North, the Low Country is resplendent with the bounties of the sea and coastal marshlands. Succulent shrimp, oysters, crabs, crawfish and catfish abound. Lush greens, corn, rice and ripe red tomatoes are plentiful. Low Country cuisine brings all of this food together in a sumptuous array of unique and distinctive dishes.
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Stretching from Savannah to the South, and Georgetown to the North, the Low Country is resplendent with the bounties of the sea and coastal marshlands. Succulent shrimp, oysters, crabs, crawfish and catfish abound. Lush greens, corn, rice and ripe red tomatoes are plentiful. Low Country cuisine brings all of this food together in a sumptuous array of unique and distinctive dishes.
94 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 94 reviews
5 stars
(48)
4 stars
(26)
3 stars
(14)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(51)
- fit for foodies(30)
- great for lunch(27)
- neighborhood gem(25)
- good for groups(18)
- hot spot(17)
Blue Marlin Reviews List
Review 1 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Grits!
OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 6/15/2013
2013
Dined on 6/15/2013
2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My meal (I forget the menu name) consisted of a wonderful, perfectly cooked steak, with the best grits I have ever experienced in my life. As it was my 70th birthday dinner being enjoyed with my wife and my sister who was in from New York, I could not have invented a better dining experience. All three of us experienced excellent food, a member of the wait staff who was gracious, timely, and wonderful (Amanda was her name), and a no hurry ambience that made my day. Thank you Blue Marlin!!! And thank you for those grits!"
Dined on 6/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Blue Marlin's menu is modest yet sufficiently diverse to ensure customers receive an exquisitely prepared meal."
Dined on 6/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 3 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Depedable Favorite!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great seafood served low country style. They were backed up for Fathers Day which is understandable. Had to ask for our bread but it then came out post-haste!
Nice people, great food, good value."
Dined on 6/16/2013
2012
Special Features: hot spot, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 4 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Dining Delight
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ambience was great, slightly loud but not overbearing. Our appetizer, fried green tomatoes, were very light and delicious. The Fried Gulf Shrimp dinner was superb. My husband was not as pleased with his dinner. Crab Cake was a little salty, and the collard greens were Not tasty at all ( tasted vinegary, yet like sugar was added)...you could tell they were from a can!
Our waiter was on top of things. I drinks were always filled, he was on point with his social graces. We went around 2pm on Fathre's Day so it was crowded. I am so glad I used Opentable to make reseravations. We walked in and were seated within 10 minutes. I definitely would go back, next time during dinner hours, cause there was only one steak option for lunch."
Our waiter was on top of things. I drinks were always filled, he was on point with his social graces. We went around 2pm on Fathre's Day so it was crowded. I am so glad I used Opentable to make reseravations. We walked in and were seated within 10 minutes. I definitely would go back, next time during dinner hours, cause there was only one steak option for lunch."
Dined on 6/16/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, scenic view, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Never disappointing
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Blue Marlin never disappoints! Had a great Father's Day dinner - glad to see locally grown/processed items like Adluh grits and collards still on the menu."
Dined on 6/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 6 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Mixed feelings
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Me and my dates food were messed up twice I was so aggarvated I told the manager that I was just gonna eat because I ud waited for so long but she didn't even offer anything"
Dined on 6/07/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 7 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fun
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A good restaurant to get a feel for Columbia, food and atmosphere are very good and a fun place to eat."
Dined on 6/08/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 8 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Concert Fun
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went prior to attending a concert this past weekend and the atmosphere was awesome, service was great and food was delicious. Great all around fun that set the evening off to a great tone."
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 9 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything was great and our waitress was wonderful. Really caring, informative, and just made the whole experience great."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 10 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My fiancé and I had one night in Columbia and chose to eat at the Blue Marlin. After checking into our hotel, we took a taxi and were about 30 minutes early for our reservation. We were seated promptly with a smile. Sean was our server, and he was extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. We had a fantastic meal and I loved my salmon! My fiancé ordered a steak, and although we were comfortable with it, our server felt that it was slightly overcooked. Without our prompting, the manager came over and apologized for the error and told us that they would be replacing the steak with another full meal. It said a lot to us that our server would express concerns about the quality of our experience. Great food and service!!!!"
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Menu-food disconnect
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ambience was better nearer the bar -- livelier, brighter. We sat in a booth along a side wall.
Best dish was the wedge salad by far -- typical iceberg but with addition of candied pecans and lots of bacon. Huge portion -- plenty for two.
On the down side: Soup luke warm and tasted like gussied-up canned soup. Shrimp and grits were fine; amberjack OK; chicken overcooked; crab cake with a strange floral aftertaste (could not eat it); rib-eye was fatty (even for a rib-eye) and thin and flavorless, too. Sides were miserable: cold, gloppy mashed potatoes and "sauteed" string beans that tasted like frozen.
Bill was reasonable at about $130 before tip for four people.
But we won't go back."
Best dish was the wedge salad by far -- typical iceberg but with addition of candied pecans and lots of bacon. Huge portion -- plenty for two.
On the down side: Soup luke warm and tasted like gussied-up canned soup. Shrimp and grits were fine; amberjack OK; chicken overcooked; crab cake with a strange floral aftertaste (could not eat it); rib-eye was fatty (even for a rib-eye) and thin and flavorless, too. Sides were miserable: cold, gloppy mashed potatoes and "sauteed" string beans that tasted like frozen.
Bill was reasonable at about $130 before tip for four people.
But we won't go back."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 12 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Wow Food, Slow Service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lunch meal of four different salads was excellent. Weather perfectly accommodated outside seating. We did, however, have to ask for our initial wait staff to attend to us and noted that at least two tables that were seated following our arrival has their food brought to them ahead of our meals. Nevertheless, would return for another visit."
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Local Find
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Blue Marlin was great. Having lived in Columbia for as long as I have I never really ventured out. I am glad I picked this restaurant The food was perfectly season. My boyfriend and I had the petite shrimp and grits, appetizer crab cake, The Amberjack plate and the firecraker flounder. All was very very good."
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 14 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice Meal
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The menu has a great selection. Portions were just right and the service was good, not great. Prices were a little on the high side but it was a special occasion for us."
Dined on 5/26/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 15 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
social scene
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First and foremost the food was great.We made the mistake of sitting in a small booth right along the Main walkway.everyone walks by at racing speed.unfortunately the two guys sitting across from us garnered most of the waitress attention,and used profanity in each sentence.they received some kind of discount from their waitress.i think we should have sat outside.But the food was very good!"
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 16 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not worth the money
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I took my wife here for her birthday and having lived in the Columbia area for a while we decided to finally go to the "legendary" blue marlin. We made reservations a day in advance and when we arrived we were told that our table would be ready in 15 minutes. We waited 10 minutes and were seated in a cozy booth. We ordered the pecan dusted calamari which was ok. The aioli sauce was nice but the majority of our calamari ended up looking like crumbs from the bottom of a cereal box. My menu had surf and turf on it but when I ordered that I was told that I had the old menu. I was offered a filet mignon topped with crab and shrimp (kinda sounds like surf and turf to me). Overall we spent $98.02 on 2 beers a piece, an appetizer and our entrees."
Dined on 5/22/2013
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Review 17 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Choice pick for graduation
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Blue Marlin is our family destination for special occasions and everyday occasions when we simply celebrate being together."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 18 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Decent
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Decent food...not outstanding, and certainly forgettable for the high price."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 19 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Did not live up to expectations
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Not a good night for the Blue Marlin. Entrees were rushed out on top of appetizers. Shrimp and grits were bland. Lots of grits; few shrimp. It's been much better on other occasions, so hopefully this was an abberation."
Dined on 5/23/2013
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Review 20 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Really Good Food...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I will say that their food was really wonderful. Huge portions and good quality ingredients. Server was a bit brusk, but did her job well. Would definately return."
Dined on 5/21/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 21 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
wedge salad
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was dissappointed in the wedge salad. I had had it for lunch and it was awesome but at dinner it was not. I had chose this place for my birthday dinner and was disappointed."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 22 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As always the food was outstanding. I love taking my out of town customers here to experience what REAL Southern food is about. As usual they were impressed and blown away by the food. The appetizer sampler was a great special to have as it showcased the variety of Southern favorites. The She crab soup and Shrimp and grits were wonderful as they always are."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food and everything was great! The best tasting and cooked steak I've EVER had and just overall a great experience!"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 24 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Celebratory Lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great table, walked right in with Reservation, no waiting during lunch rush. She crab soup and gumbo were both excellent. The bartender recommended a great glass of sparkling wine as we were celebrating. Our waiter was amazing! All around wonderful experience."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 25 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Blue Marlin
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Shrimp and Grits are worth the trip alone. My wife who dosen't eat seafood, reluctantly agreed to go. She ordered the Charbroiled Ribeye and said it was one of the best steaks she's ever had, and at a reasonable cost. Also ordered the Scallop dinner and the Tile fish special, all of which were excellent."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 26 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointing
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Based on the menu, I thought I had died and gone to heaven when I made reservations at the Blue Marlin for my brother's graduation dinner. The food did not live up to the way it was described on the menu. Overly salted and overly creamy, almost everyone in the party was unhappy with their food. Aside from that, the staff could not have been nicer, from the hostess who greeted us to our waiter."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 27 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect to celebrate Graduation!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Easy walking distance from Colonial Life Arena. Perfect spot to celebrate SC graduation. Unique food choices with a southern flair. She-crab soup had large lumps of crab and was perfectly seasoned. Firecracker flounder, crabcakes, and tilapia all were delicious. Glad we saved room for dessert - - the cheesecake was the best we have ever had!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 28 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our visit to Blue Marlin was a family birthday. The menu offered choices for all, the food delicious, and our service was exemplary. Well done!"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 29 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Special night
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was a special evening with my lady friend. Service was a little slow at the end of the meal, but overall very good. I had an excellent evening with my lady."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding Dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My family and I came here for dinner and had an all around wonderful time. The hosts were very friendly an even though they were extremely busy we felt very welcome apon entering. We were given a large booth and were greeted by our sever right away. We had the special appitizer to start which had crab cakes (which are some of the best I've ever had) spicy shrimp, fried green tomatoes and home made pimento cheese with chips. I had the shrimp and grits, which I highly recommend. Every one was very happy with their food and we will go back for sure."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 31 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Columbia SC Gem
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Blue Marlin was recommended by locals for seafood. It was excellent. Shrimp and grits a must try! We also had wonderful crab cakes. Reservations highly recommended."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 32 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The shrimp and grits will not disappoint."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 33 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
only ok
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great atmosphere and excellent service. Unfortunately the food was only ok. My steak was a few seconds from well done when it was ordered medium. My wife's mahi was good but eat under seasoned. The shrimp & crab topping was very fishy tasting. Like the crab was a bit old. Sides were way uneventful. Had been looking forward to going. Won't go back at the prices they charge for mediocre food."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
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Review 34 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
It was an ok dinner. The hype
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It was an ok dinner. The hype was bigger than the experience. Probably would never revisit"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2007
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Review 35 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good food but the parking
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good food but the parking is awful. Also, Blue Marlin is not a great choice for for large parties. They do not have the space."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2008
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Review 36 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Shrimp and grits portion seemed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Shrimp and grits portion seemed a little small where the Fried Green Tomato Salad was too large to finish. Since it was already dressed it did not last well to be eaten as a leftover."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 37 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were there the Friday after
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were there the Friday after Valentines Day so the restaurant was very crowded. We were a little concerned that we were going to have to wait even though we had a reservation because the hostess staff seemed a little out of sorts. We were seated promptly, however and in spite of a wait for our server to acknowledge we were there, the service ended up being outstanding. The food was wonderful The restaurant was a little noisy for our taste but it was the day after Valentine's Day. We would definitely try it again the next time we're in Columbia."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 38 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We drove 70 miles to the Blue
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We drove 70 miles to the Blue Marlin and it was worth the trip. Menu had many appealing choices. Food was excellent. A real treat overall."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2013
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Review 39 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very Good Food, Grits and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very Good Food, Grits and Greens!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 40 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As always the food is excellent!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As always the food is excellent! Seafood is the star here, all well done."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2009
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 41 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Visited Columbia for Valentine's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Visited Columbia for Valentine's Day and enjoyed our dinner at the Blue Marlin. We arrived a little before our reservation and enjoyed the bar area. The restaurant was busy but they were able to seat us prior to our reservation. Our server was very knowledgable about the menu & the Columbia area, in general. He was attentive but did not interrupt. We would go back again!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 42 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I recently went to South Carolina
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I recently went to South Carolina and was looking for a place to take my soldier for lunch the day of his graduation. We kept seeing the blue marlin in our searches so we decided to try I out. I thought the food was fantastic! I'm not someone who tries to be a food critic and puts a nose up at chain restaurants like a lot of reviews that I see but overall the price and the taste of the dish I ordered(I got penne chicken pasta forget the actual name) was great. The staff was friendly and very attentive also!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 43 for Blue Marlin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding Food & * * * * *
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Both my husband and I enjoyed a wonderful Lunch. The service was super. The food portion for Lunch was a good. The food presentation was appetizing, it looked picture perfect. The food was fresh tasty and savory without being too salty. We ate all of the bread that was served with our meal. It was so good. We weren't able to have dessert, we were too full! Next time I'll forego breakfast to make room for coffee and dessert."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Blue Marlin
Based on the average of (51) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
21 out of 22 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic