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About City Grit

City Grit serves as Columbia’s brick-and-mortar hub in the Vista historic district, offering a relaxed wine bar, market, and casual fine dining. Open for lunch counter by day and dinner several nights per week, City Grit hosts private dining, catering, and a variety of events—from Sunday Funday wine tastings to dinner theater pop-ups and charity dinners. Located at 707 GERVAIS STREET, this versatile venue is a popular gathering spot in downtown Columbia.

Whether you’re planning a private event, a casual evening out, or a themed pop-up experience, City Grit provides a welcoming setting with a focus on seasonal, approachable cuisine and a curated wine program. Reserve thoughtfully; we’ve got you covered with key details to help you plan your visit within Columbia’s Vista district.

Seating at City Grit combines intimate counter service by day and versatile dining spaces for dinners and private events. Parking and transit options are readily available in the Vista/City Market area, and nearby hotel options include Graduate Columbia and Cambria Columbia Downtown The Vista, making it convenient for out-of-town guests. City Grit also hosts partner-driven experiences and collaborations, including high tea events and charity fundraisers, reflecting its community-focused approach. For the latest event calendar and exclusive partner recommendations, check the venue’s official channels.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • City Grit (Columbia, SC) — Address: 707 GERVAIS STREET, COLUMBIA, SC 29201. Describes itself as CITY GRIT’s brick-and-mortar hub in Columbia’s Vista historic district; open for lunch counter by day and dinner several nights per week. Opening in 2021 with a formal grand opening in 2022.
  • City Grit (Columbia, SC) — Venue type: wine bar, market, and casual fine dining; hosts private dining, catering, and events (e.g., Sunday Funday wine tastings, fine-dining pop-ups, and dinner theater). Parking and transit options are available in the Vista/City Market area; nearby hotel options include Graduate Columbia and Cambria Columbia Downtown The Vista.
  • City Grit (New York City Nolita) — Address: 38 Prince Street, New York, NY 10012; capacity published for the NYC iteration has been quoted as up to 70 guests per seating with communal-style dining.
  • Notable NYC events/guests: the concept has hosted numerous guest chefs and notable dinners (e.g., David Santos, Ty-Lør, Ron Eyester, John Currence) and has been described by outlets as an “off-Broadway James Beard House” type venue.
  • Notable City Grit Columbia events: Sunday Funday wine tastings, Popup/dinner-theater experiences (e.g., Legally Blonde and Clue-themed dinners), high tea events, and charity/fundraising dinners (e.g., NBC Today segment with Sarah Simmons) documented by City Grit and partner organizations.