Art Bar
3.5
8:00 PM - 4:00 AM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Wednesday
8:00 PM - 3:00 AM
Thursday
8:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Friday
8:00 PM - 4:00 AM
Saturday
8:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Sunday
8:00 PM - 2:00 AM
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Angel F
Charleston, SC3 contributions
Sep 2015 • Friends
As previously stated, the bartenders are EXTREMELY unfriendly. If they smile at you, Jesus might be coming back to Earth because I'm pretty sure it's against their rules to even be the slightest of happy. HOWEVER.... I have had the best time here. Great live music, reasonably and well priced drinks and a fun crowd. I will be back many times. I'll sacrifice a rude bartender or two for a minute just to enjoy it here :)
Written September 7, 2015
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Lou V
Buenos Aires, Argentina49 contributions
Jan 2015 • Friends
This is a good place to go with your friends. Do not expect good service or a table since it is a bar to have drinks, listen to some poetry, dance or do some kind of cultural stuff. I really enjoyed it.
Written March 17, 2015
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Adderley3C
Worcester, MA941 contributions
If you need a place to hang for a simple drink, decent live music, or DJ or just to chat with a friend without feeling the pressure of the high end establishments found in many college towns, check this place out. It's a step up from the average college town dive bar and close to everything in town.
Written December 23, 2012
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Michael F
Myrtle Beach, SC1,376 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
Well, this is the coolest bar in Columbia. Our first visit here to this truly eclectic establishment. We sat at the bar after touring the unique rooms with these interesting robots everywhere. The bartender filled us in on the history of the Art Bar as he served our drinks. We also ordered egg rolls and mozzarella sticks with our drinks. Prices were great because it was happy hour. This is a gem In Columbia and we will definitely return.
Written November 11, 2023
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c f
Hilton Head, SC63 contributions
Oct 2015
I want to give this place a second chance hoping that it was a one time thing but I am so turned OFF that I would rather go anywhere else. Please find some bartenders that actually speak to their customers. I went with a group of friends and we all had three-four rounds of beer and the guy didn't say one word to us. Literally. Not a single word. It was such a turn off! We decided to venture out to a place across the street and had a much better time. The bartender was lovely and made us feel welcomed and wanted. She will get our repeat business. Art Bar- it is doubtful that I will ever set foot in there again. Let me know if you have bartenders that will actually talk to me and then I will come back.
Written October 29, 2015
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LexingtonTiger
Lexington, SC84 contributions
Feb 2012 • Friends
I was forcefully removed from this place with no explanation. After having my drink spilled on me, and getting shoved into a wall and then out the door, they finally told me what they thought was wrong. They said that I was drinking on a tab that wasn't mine. In fact, I was drinking on my wife's tab, on our shared bank account. Had they asked, I would've told them and there would be no problem. However, they instead defaulted to throwing me out. After they told me, it was cleared up, but I was offered no apology whatsoever. When I confronted the bartender who instigated the whole matter, he told me that I was wasting his time and he didn't care what I did about it. He then said, "Don't come back, see if I care."
So, clearly they don't care about my business. I don't think I'm special, and don't see any reason why they would care about yours either. I haven't returned, and don't plan to do so.
So, clearly they don't care about my business. I don't think I'm special, and don't see any reason why they would care about yours either. I haven't returned, and don't plan to do so.
Written January 18, 2013
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WonderDogRufus
New York City, NY35 contributions
Dec 2015 • Friends
Just went back for a college reunion of sorts. They have built a nice stage in the side room. Other than that, it looks like it did in 1995. A fun throwback. Decent prices and quick service too.
Written December 15, 2015
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Alysia O
Charleston, South Carolina, United States113 contributions
Oct 2015
Funky and fun bar in downtown - mostly locals. Has a great outdoor patio. Inside is decorated with an eclectic combination of Christmas lights and sci-fi posters - really neat spaces, with a dance floor / DJ space in the back. Bartenders are friendly and helpful, as well as other patrons. Went on an 80's apocalypse night, and had a blast!!!!
Written October 28, 2015
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Phillip B
West Columbia, SC4 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
I went on Sept 23rd 2023 and I was stalked by two black males and NO.... this review isn't a racial thing! One of the two approached me early in the evening trying to make small talk. I politely told him I wasn't interested then he met up with the second guy (they talked) and for the rest of the night they seemed to follow me through out the bar literally ALL NIGHT up until I was waiting for Uber. This bothered me so badly that I mentioned this to one of the employees and told him that I didn't feel comfortable outside with them there too and they stood by with me outside until I got into my ride. Difficult to enjoy yourself when you KNOW you're being followed / stalked.
They do serve food (altho I didn't eat there so I can't vouch for quality) They also have 3-4 bands on Fri and Sat nights playing heavy Grunge type music and they have an $8 cover charge on those nights.
The Art Bar is a Columbia Bar landmark...... (along with "Group Theapy" in Five Points) The Art Bar IS VERY QUIRKY yet accepting of all and is a GREAT place for "people watching". This was not my first visit but after this experience, I will say that if you go (especially solo) to keep your wits about you and be careful, especially when you go outside to leave.
They do serve food (altho I didn't eat there so I can't vouch for quality) They also have 3-4 bands on Fri and Sat nights playing heavy Grunge type music and they have an $8 cover charge on those nights.
The Art Bar is a Columbia Bar landmark...... (along with "Group Theapy" in Five Points) The Art Bar IS VERY QUIRKY yet accepting of all and is a GREAT place for "people watching". This was not my first visit but after this experience, I will say that if you go (especially solo) to keep your wits about you and be careful, especially when you go outside to leave.
Written September 27, 2023
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Sup Dog 1998
1 contribution
May 2021
They were so damn slow. How long does it take to make a darn martini??? It shouldn’t take longer than 2 minutes. Good lord
Written May 4, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions about Art Bar
- Art Bar is open:
- Mon - Mon 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tue - Tue 8:00 PM - 2:00 AM
- Wed - Wed 8:00 PM - 3:00 AM
- Thu - Thu 8:00 PM - 2:00 AM
- Fri - Fri 8:00 PM - 4:00 AM
- Sat - Sun 8:00 PM - 2:00 AM
- Hotels near Art Bar:
- (0.12 mi) Aloft Columbia Downtown
- (0.12 mi) Hyatt Place Columbia / Downtown / The Vista
- (0.13 mi) Hampton Inn Columbia - Downtown Historic District
- (0.05 mi) Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown the Vista
- (0.17 mi) Hilton Columbia Center
- Restaurants near Art Bar:
- (0.02 mi) Panera Bread
- (0.03 mi) 929 Kitchen & Bar
- (0.07 mi) Motor Supply Co. Bistro
- (0.07 mi) Blue Marlin
- (0.05 mi) Pearlz Oyster Bar
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