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Blue Fin - Columbia
New to the Village at Sandhill, Blue Fin brings the taste of Charleston to Columbia with a Metropolitan flair. With an upscale casual atmosphere, Blue Fin can accommodate any occasion from the everyday to special nights out.
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33 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 33 reviews
5 stars
(13)
4 stars
(11)
3 stars
(7)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(17)
- romantic(12)
- fit for foodies(8)
- good for groups(8)
- neighborhood gem(8)
- great for brunch(7)
Blue Fin - Columbia Reviews List
Review 1 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was great but they gave
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great but they gave us the smallest table when others was available. We had reservations but they seated us in the worst spot. We were sat at a table were one side is a bench along with other tables that was too close. We could not hold a conversation without the other table making eye contact because they could hear every word. If it was not for the excellent food it would have been miserable evening. They also seemed to rush the meal, we was in and out in 45 minutes."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 2 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
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Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
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"The restaurant was nice as far as physical appearances. The food and drinks were overpriced for its quality. The plate we ordered was 28.00. It was of poor quality in relation to price. The food became cold in a matter of minutes."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We go to Blue Fin quite often
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We go to Blue Fin quite often and have never been disappointed in our meal. Easter brunch was
delicious as usual."
delicious as usual."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch
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Review 4 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
What can I say. It was awesome.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What can I say. It was awesome. We ordered a lot and everything was so well prepared. The dobla were good but that's the only room for improvement I could see. Definitely going back and taking my girlfriends."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a wonderful dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a wonderful dining experience. The food was EXCELLENT. Our waiter, Michael, could not be any more pleasant. We will definitely return again."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My son and I went for brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My son and I went for brunch and we were not disappointed. Not only was the food great but the service we received was exceptional. I will definitely come again!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My wife and I had a wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My wife and I had a wonderful time at Blue Fin. It's one of our favorite date night restaurant's. The food was devine."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 8 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Bad Experience
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We got two salads that were mainly green with very scarce toppings, and a bowl of soup. I ordered the seared Tuna to go on the side, and they brought it cut up in a bowl, as though I was a cat. Horrible presentation! The price was $40 and hardly worth any of it. We understand that some places have "off" nights, so we will give them one more try before we completely write them off. There is no way they could possibly stay in business if every meal was like this, so hopefully it will be better next time."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2013
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Review 9 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, I had pork loin
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, I had pork loin chops and my wife lamp; both were excellent. Being it was a birthday dinner we had dessert and they to were over the top good."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 10 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great restaurant in Sandhills!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall we had a great dining experience at Blue Fin. The staff was exceptionally friendly even though it was a busy evening. The restaurant has a nice ambiance about it even though it is in the heart of the Sandhills shops. The menu had the usual fare... your steak, fish, chicken, ect. I was a little iffy on what I ordered based on the menu description. Was more of a short list of ingredients. When my dish arrived I was VERY pleasantly surprised. Looked fantastic, and the portion was decent even for mid-$20+ entrees. Everything was prepared very well and we had a great meal. The wine list was nice, though most are full bottle only. Still was able to find a suitable glass. Desert was delicious as well. Highly recommend you try Blue Fin."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent Food!! Great Atmosphere.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent Food!! Great Atmosphere. Filet was cooked perfectly. Best Creme Brulee in town.
Great place for a romantic date or just to chill out and have a great steak."
Great place for a romantic date or just to chill out and have a great steak."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 12 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
the food was good. i would
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"the food was good. i would recommend the blue fin to all my friends."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Busy Valentine's Evening
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went for Valentine's Day and it was pretty busy as expected. No wait due to having a reservation and service was decent throughout the evening. Liked the calamari appetizer, and the wedge salad was OK. Entrees were not spectacular - but that may have been our choices (fried fish platter and shrimp and grits). I would go back again on a less busy night and give it another shot - they seem to be trying hard to succeed!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our second trip - same great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our second trip - same great waitress - different choice of food that just didn't meet our expectations as did our first time which was superb. These items good but as superb. Dessert very good and we still enjoyed the experience and will return."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was our first time dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first time dining at Blue Fin but it will not be our last ! Our waitress was very helpful . She had high praise for the scallops and mushroom rissoto so i ordered the dish. It was delicious ! The portion size was enough to have some leftover . My husband ordered the seafood platter with sweet potato fries . It came with a homemade Tartar sauce. I was impressed with the overall quality of food and service. You just don't get overall quality like that at every restaurant ."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
While the food was good, I
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"While the food was good, I think the price points were a little high for some of the offerings. The menu is small, which allows the Chef to focus on dishes, rather than putting out assembly line food. The wine list also seems priced a bit high for the names, though the wines are good. This is a nice place for a casual/upscale feel, with a friendly and very responsive staff."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 17 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Superb!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was my first time going to the Blue Fin with my family and we had an outstanding time. The food was great and delicious and our waitress, Kristona, A was outstanding. Kristona, A went out of her way several times to keep us happy, satisfied and comfortable. She was great. I would recommend Blue Fin to anyone who is looking for good food and a great waitress. Thanks"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 18 for Blue Fin - Columbia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful atmosphere and great service."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Blue Fin - Columbia
Based on the average of (15) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate