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Drip Coffee

About Drip Coffee

Drip Coffee in Columbia, SC is more than a place to grab a cup—it is a welcoming coffee and tea destination built around quality, comfort, and community. Located at 729 Saluda Ave, this inviting spot has earned an impressive 4.70-star rating from 1,040 reviews, reflecting the consistent care and attention that keep customers coming back.

Whether you are starting your morning with breakfast, meeting a friend for brunch, settling in for lunch, or stopping by for dessert, Drip Coffee offers a warm and polished experience that feels both relaxed and thoughtfully put together.

Guests appreciate the wide range of ways to enjoy their visit, from outdoor seating and dine-in service to takeaway, delivery, and on-site services.

The café is especially appealing for those who want a productive or comfortable place to spend time, with Wi-Fi, table service, and a setting that is well-suited for solo dining, working on a laptop, or lingering over a quick bite or small plates.

The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and trendy, with live music and live performances adding an extra layer of energy and character.

Drip Coffee also stands out for serving local specialty drinks and for offering a strong selection that includes great coffee, a great tea menu, vegan and vegetarian options, beer, wine, and alcohol, making it easy for every guest to find something they enjoy.

Accessibility and convenience are also thoughtfully prioritized, with a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet to help make every visit smooth and welcoming. Drip Coffee accepts reservations and offers flexible payment options, including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.

With breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dessert all covered in one comfortable place, plus amenities like a bar on site and restroom access, Drip Coffee brings together the best parts of a neighborhood coffee shop: excellent drinks, reliable service, and a setting that makes people feel at home.

Call +1 803-661-9545 to learn more or plan your visit.

★★★★★ 4.70 rating (1040 reviews)
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More Than Just Coffee

Every cup we serve is a small moment of joy, carefully crafted by passionate baristas who care about your experience.

  • Free WiFi
  • Cozy Seating
  • Pet Friendly
  • Local Roasters

Reviews

From our beloved regulars

Peggy Crane

Peggy Crane

year ago

Great coffee, funky coffeehouse- a fun little place to get your morning caffeine. It gets popular/crowded because they take their time to craft your beverage and lots of people love it!

Elizabeth Scherer

Elizabeth Scherer

3 years ago

Very cute atmosphere, you can have a dog in here just well behaved! Very good pastry assortment! Great coffee. I got an ice vanilla latte! And cute setting! Cozy and easy to park and find.

KJ Torela-Campbell

KJ Torela-Campbell

year ago

I met my now-fiancé here for the very first time. We had coffee and really enjoyed ourselves. Their coffee is good, and the service is excellent. The decor and the vibe of the place are relaxing! We went back a second time and sat in the exact same spot as our first visit. We find it so funny! 😆 We’re planning to come back after we get married. Thank you, Drip! ❤️

Andrew Newsome

Andrew Newsome

11 months ago

11JUL2024: Whoa, this is the coffee shop you need in your life. I don't drink coffee so i tend to only gravitate towards bakeries. I'm glad i didn't today! Food: I got a Vegan Caprisi Scone. Sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, salt and pepper. It makes you feel happy inside. Service: Only came in for a baked good and the barista noticed my unimpressed face at the coffee menu and guided me to the tea menu instead! The Marsala Chai is delicious. Atmosphere: Great vibes and decor. You will really like this down to earth place.

Hawk C

Hawk C

year ago

Super cute coffee shop giving san Francisco vibes. Upbeat but not loud and just well kept/run. The coffee is really delicious and the mocha was on point. It is a slower service mostly due to how many locals hang here. It is a college town so expect to sit a minute or two for your order or you can order ahead for pick up!

Jen Scott

Jen Scott

year ago

Seriously good pour over coffee, and the breakfast menu has great prices. The prosciutto and apricot jelly with egg on a Biscuit was so good! Great service and seating. I would highly recommend this place in Five Points.

Mrs. G

Mrs. G

4 months ago

First time visiting this coffee shop. Its a coffee shop with bar vibes lots of seating indoor and outdoor. I had the Caramel Macchiato with oatmilk and it was excellent.

William Brooks

William Brooks

10 months ago

For me this is where my coffee snob journey started. First off the coffee is exceptionally high quality and their pour over recipe is very dialed in and delicious ☕. The food is outstanding, I've had a few sweets and sandwiches from there and it's outclassed a few restaurants every single time. The staff are incredibly friendly and talkative, and the place has a nice feel to it. But in all fairness I do have a couple complaints. The first being that the place is usually pretty loud thanks to the influx of college students, and the vibe that some people give off isn't very friendly or welcoming. It has a very political vibe if you get what I mean. The second thing isn't their fault and infact they work against it, but the parking here sucks A LOT. Other than those two things though this is a wonderful spot to get a great cup of coffee and hang out.

John Doe

John Doe

year ago

This is such a cool place! When I walked in, I felt like I was transported back in time, and I mean that in the best way possible! The ambiance was straight out of a 1970s or 80s movie, and the staff was very friendly and helpful as well. It wasn't the greatest bagel and coffee I've ever had, but it wasn't very expensive so it doesn't really matter. I would 10/10 recommend Drip Coffee, and I'd like to come back with friends soon!

cmh w

cmh w

month ago

Man if I lived here I'd be here all the time! Hands-down one of the best coffee shops I've been to -- the cafe is a comfy, cozy and open-air area, it's a perfect place to enjoy your coffee. I came here twice during my stay in Columbia and both times the latte was excellent. The staff was very kind and friendly, and prices are great. Highly recommend this coffee shop if you're in the area!

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Drip Coffee

Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection
  • Live music
  • Live performances
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists
  • University students

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Parking

  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Somewhat difficult to find a space

Pets

  • Dogs allowed
  • Dogs allowed inside
  • Dogs allowed outside

Come Say Hi

We'd love to see you! Stop by for your favorite drink or to try something new.

Location

729 Saluda Ave, Columbia, SC 29205, United States

Hours

Open Now · Sunday 7 AM-6 PM
Sunday 7 AM-6 PM
Monday 6 AM-7 PM
Tuesday 6 AM-7 PM
Wednesday 6 AM-7 PM
Thursday 6 AM-7 PM
Friday 6 AM-7 PM
Saturday 6 AM-7 PM
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