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Bloomin Bean (Blythewood, SC)

-Charming local spot with a welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff, nestled inside a florist shop.

-Offers locally roasted beans ground by hand, hand-pulled espresso, refreshing frappes, and every cup made to order.

-Features delicious options like BLT on a croissant, quiche, bagels, pot pie, and a variety of coffee choices, including pour-over.

Cafe Bara (Columbia, SC)

-Delightful gem capturing the hearts of bubble tea enthusiasts with fresh, high-quality drinks crafted from natural ingredients, standing out from sugary alternatives.

-Cozy and welcoming atmosphere with friendly staff, fun activities like drawing and games, and delicious boba options such as strawberry matcha and Oreo foam milk tea.

-Passionate owner committed to enhancing customer experience; uses top ingredients for drinks made from fresh fruit, no powders or over-sugaring

Laura's Tearoom (Ridgeway, SC)

-Nestled in charming historic downtown, offering a delightful glimpse into the past and present with various teas, pastries, food, drinks, and elevated experiences in a unique setup.

-Charming and elegant tea room overlooking historic Ridgeway, featuring vintage furniture, fragrant teas, beautiful tables, fine china, and local artwork for intimate conversations.

-Afternoon tea includes three courses like soup, salad, scones with cream, tea sandwiches, homemade candy, and cake; welcoming for all ages with kid-friendly options.

Lighthouse Cafe (Columbia, SC)

-Cozy family-owned establishment offering a variety of homemade food and beverage options; your beacon of community.

-Features an awesome selection of coffees, smoothies, desserts, sandwiches, and other delicious foods; all homemade with fresh displays.

-Ideal space for chatting, reading, and relaxing; takes orders for specialty and custom cakes and pies.

Sweetwater Coffee and Tea (Columbia, SC)

-Locally owned coffee house offering premium, real ingredient-focused beverages with a unique global and Asian influence.

-Brings globally-influenced drinks like dark roasted French chicory coffee with sweetened condensed milk, plus light fare for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert.

-Over 20 whole leaf and herbal teas; options include ice dragons (blended drinks), smoothies, and items like wild blueberry scones in a sit-and-relax setting.