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Mojito's Tropical Cafe

1004 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201-6102
803-779-1717
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Ranked #17 of 522 restaurants in Columbia
Cuisines: Cuban
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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12 reviews 12 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW via mobile

I absolutely love this place, my friend recommended we go here for lunch, it was a great choice. The pulled pork dish is to die for, great flavor and I would recommend getting the red beans. The tostones were so yummy with the garlic mayo. The Cuban sandwich is also a great choice. This is a great place to go... More

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Charlotte, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Every time we pass through Columbia this is a MUST stop at restaurant. The staff and owners are friendly and the atmosphere is very warm and welcoming. The true draw though is the food and classic mojitos! We have yet to try anything from the appetizers to dessert that is not incredible and I have never had a mojito anywhere... More

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Holden, Massachusetts
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61 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 58 cities Reviews in 58 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

We had a delightful lunch were on our way through Columbia. The atmosphere is very pleasant and I loved the flat screen TV with the beach scenes being run on it. I really loved it as we were on our way back to Massachusett's with snow & cold and were leaving the South behind! Our lunches were very good. My... More

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See 2 more reviews by HoldenKathy for Columbia
new york
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2013

This restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere with very friendly wait staff. The signature mojito is great and the pulled pork dinner is a must.

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Columbia, South Carolina
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10 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2013

I wanted to try it, since I haven't had any Cuban food since I moved back here from Miami. My wife was skeptical when we got there, and I must admit I was a little too. We both could not have been more pleased. The food was very good - better than some of the places in Miami. they happily... More

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See 6 more reviews by David P for Columbia
North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
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52 reviews 52 reviews
31 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

Where do I begin! The decor in this place is so relaxing. They have palm trees in the center columns,a flat screen tv that continually plays a beach scene.The whole atmosphere is so laid back but yet classy. You can wear casual attire,business attire or an evening out on the town attire, it really doesn't matter because you feel comfortable... More

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Lexington, South Carolina
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16 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2013

I love the food, and I love how attentive the owner is. I have been here a few times with family and friends and have always been very pleased with the experience. They make tons of different styles of mojitos (mostly different flavors) which are worth a shot. I really dig the food, and I'm generally fairly picky with Caribbean... More

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Detroit
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90 reviews 90 reviews
21 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 47 cities Reviews in 47 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2013

This restaurant is located a short distance from the capital building and near several other restaurants. We had a chicken salad sandwich with cranberries and a pulled pork Cuban sandwich. Both were very good and reasonably prices. Neat decor.

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See 2 more reviews by trackandcccoach for Columbia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 December 2012 via mobile

The pulled pork ranks as one of my favorite all time meals. Everything is seasoned perfectly. I visit every time I am in Columbia. The staff is great and the owner takes great pride in her food. Absolutely delicious. If you like Cuban food you may never want to go to another place again. If you have never had Cuban... More

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Columbia, South Carolina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2012

Liked- the Cuban (although not the traditional) is very good, the mojo sauce, and their Tres Leches cake. Athmosphere is really good, makes you feel as if you were at a true bohemian bar/restaurant in San Juan, Havana or Veracruz. Disliked- That they don't have Salsa night on Tuesdays anymore!!!!!!!

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