It’s interesting how food brings people together, one of those human experiences that’s universal. No matter the differences we have among us, we all need to eat. And we all want to enjoy a good meal around a table in the company of people we care about. Food is also a way we can bridge gaps between varying groups and cultures. In the state capital of Columbia, the Decker Boulevard International Corridor in South Carolina is full of opportunities to do this, to sample cuisines from a variety of cultures, and to meet new people from other cultures.
Taste of China Hut, 2233 Decker Blvd, Columbia, SC 29206, USA
This is one of several options in this area for Chinese fare, and you can dine in, get takeout, or have your food delivered. There’s also the Eggroll Express at 1807 Decker Boulevard, Suite 12, and Peking Wok 3 at 2324 Decker Blvd, Suite A.
Coolies Island Jerk/ The Juice Bar, 2205 Decker Blvd Suite G,H,I, Columbia, SC 29206, USA
Pictured here are jerk turkey wings, but there’s also jerk chicken available on the menu, as well as other choices including oxtail, goat, seafood, and vegan.
Arirang Restaurant, 1943 Decker Blvd, Columbia, SC 29206, USA
You will also find Korean food at Kimchi Korean Restaurant in Sandalwood Plaza at 1807 Decker Boulevard, Korean O-Bok Restaurant at 1616 Decker Boulevard, and Seoul Restaurant at 1717 Decker Boulevard.
Boeshreen, 2630 Decker Blvd, Columbia, SC 29223, USA
Middle Eastern and American comfort-food favorites are served here, along with Turkish coffee.
El Salto Restaurant, 1801 Decker Blvd, Columbia, SC 29206, USA
Additional options for Mexican fare include Nachos Tacos at 1745 Decker Boulevard, Taqueria Guadalajara in Sandwood Plaza at 1807 Decker Boulevard, Suite 17, Cocteles El Primo in the Decker
