5 Best Restaurants in Columbia MO
Updated 11 October 2026 · 32 restaurants in Columbia MO considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers restaurants in Columbia MO, ranked by Google ratings weighted by how many reviews each business has. Only places with at least 300 reviews were eligible, and 32 qualifying businesses were considered before the top five were set. It is meant for anyone choosing where to eat in town, whether for a quick lunch, a date or a family dinner. Each entry gives the basic details from the business profile, a short summary of what reviewers mention, and the kind of meal the place suits best. The order follows the ranking and is not based on a visit.
#1
Cafe Poland by Iwona
★ 4.9 (853 Google reviews)Polish restaurant
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Cafe Poland by Iwona is a Polish restaurant at 807 Locust St in Columbia, rated 4.9 from 853 Google reviews. It is open Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and the profile lists no price range. Reviewers mention the pierogis, including a potato and bacon version, along with hazelnut crepes, a kraut dog and an iced mocha. Many describe the room as warm and welcoming, and several say the staff were attentive and friendly from the moment they arrived.
Best for: Polish comfort food and crepes
- Address
- 807 Locust St, Columbia, MO 65201, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11:45 am–8 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–8 pm; Sun 11:30 am–7 pm; Thu 11 am–3 pm; Tue Closed; Wed Closed
#2
Pasta La Fata
★ 4.8 (399 Google reviews)Italian restaurant
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Pasta La Fata is an Italian restaurant at 1207 Rogers St in Columbia, rated 4.8 from 399 Google reviews. It is closed on Mondays and open the rest of the week, and the profile lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating and restroom. Reviewers mention the rigatoni, the limone linguine, the bacon broccolini soup and a panzerotti, a small fried calzone. Some say a custom tiramisu made for a wedding cake was a highlight. A few reviews question the ordering process and the price compared with portion size.
Best for: Pasta and soup lunches
- Address
- 1207 Rogers St Ste 106, Columbia, MO 65201, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–7 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 10 am–3 pm; Sun 10 am–3 pm; Thu 11 am–7 pm; Tue 11 am–7 pm; Wed 11 am–7 pm
#3
Beet Box
★ 4.8 (396 Google reviews)Middle Eastern restaurant$10–20 per person
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Beet Box is a Middle Eastern restaurant at 602 Fay St in Columbia, with a price range of $10 to $20 and a 4.8 rating from 396 Google reviews. Google lists it as women-owned, and it serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with outdoor seating, takeaway and a small shaded patio. Reviewers mention the za'atar fries, the black garlic biscuit breakfast sandwich, chicken shawarma in a breakfast burrito and the espresso options. Several describe the baked goods as fresh and the staff as kind and helpful.
Best for: Breakfast sandwiches and Middle Eastern plates
- Address
- 602 Fay St, Columbia, MO 65201, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–2 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 8 am–2 pm; Sun 10 am–2 pm; Thu 8 am–2 pm; Tue 8 am–2 pm; Wed 8 am–2 pm
#4
Pizza Tree
★ 4.7 (913 Google reviews)Pizza restaurant
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Pizza Tree is a pizza restaurant at 909 Cherry St in Columbia, rated 4.7 from 913 Google reviews. It is open Tuesday through Sunday, and Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance. Reviewers describe New York style pizza with flavors that rotate, including a classic margherita, a mac and cheese pizza and vegan options. Several say the slices are generous, and one reviewer said a delivery arrived earlier than expected and still hot. Some note a newly opened indoor area, while others mention only a few small tables.
Best for: Large New York style slices and vegan pizza
- Address
- 909 Cherry St, Columbia, MO 65201, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–11 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–11 pm; Sun 11 am–10 pm; Thu 11 am–10 pm; Tue 11 am–10 pm; Wed 11 am–10 pm
#5
Flyover
★ 4.7 (678 Google reviews)American restaurant$20–30 per person
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Flyover is an American restaurant at 212 Grn Mdws Rd in Columbia, with a price range of $20 to $30 and a 4.7 rating from 678 Google reviews. It opens for dinner Tuesday through Saturday and is closed on Sundays and Mondays. The profile lists a strong beer, cocktail and wine selection, along with outdoor seating, delivery and vegetarian options. Reviewers mention the soft pretzels with pepperoni and mortadella pizza, the bread and butter starter and the Midwest carnitas. One reviewer said the kitchen is strict about omissions.
Best for: Dinner with cocktails and wine
- Address
- 212 Grn Mdws Rd Ste 9, Columbia, MO 65203, United States
- Hours
- Fri 4:30–10 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 4:30–10 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 4:30–9 pm; Tue 4:30–9 pm; Wed 4:30–9 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 32 restaurants in Columbia MO with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by weighted Google rating across the city, 300 reviews minimum. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Flyover takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Beet Box opens at 8 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Cafe Poland by Iwona ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 853 reviews. Pasta La Fata is second at 4.8 from 399 reviews.
Which restaurants in Columbia MO are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Pizza Tree, at 11 pm.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Beet Box $10–20; Flyover $20–30. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Beet Box and Flyover.
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