Columbia (WACH) -- Diners have a chance to enjoy many of South Carolina's restaurants at a fraction of the price.Participating restaurants feature a special menu at a special price.
Kristian Niemi, owner of Gervais & Vine, says, "I think restaurant week is a great opportunity for a lot of independent restaurants to show all of the customers out there that they have the opportunity to dine on a budget and be able to try a lot of different things at restaurants so they can get an appetizer and entree and dessert for a much lower price."
Staff with the South Carolina Hospitality Association say Restaurant week brings a boom to local businesses.
"Last year's event for a lot of restaurants...almost all that participated...saw a good increase in sales...January is a restaurant's slowest month of the year it's also when people are looking for a reason to get out," says Tom Sponseller, President of the South Carolina Hospitality Association.
The event is held January 14-22, 2011.
Restaurants suggest making reservations because they fill up quickly.
Participating eateries in the Columbia area include:
-Ruth Chris Steak House
-Diannes on Devine
-Cellar on Greene
-Solstice Kitchen and Wine Bar
-Mr. Friendlys New Southern Café
-Terra, MoMos Bistro
-Villa Tronco
-Main Street Restaurant at the Sheraton Hotel
-Ristorante Divino
-Blue Marlin Restaurant
-Hennessys Restaurant and Lounge
-Yesterdays Restaurant and Tavern
-The Great American Grill at the Hilton Garden Inn
-Gervais & Vine
-Rosso Trattoria Italia
-Cantina 76
-Saludas Restaurant
-Pearlz Oyster Bar
-Liberty Tap Room and Grill
-Tombo Grille
-Virtu Restaurant and Bar
-Saki Tumi Grill & Sushi Bar.
Preview all of the Restaurant Week menus by clicking here.
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