Vegan
American
Beer/Wine
Est. June 2023. A vegan restaurant & bar in the Rosewood neighborhood. Owned by the former proprietor of The Whig. Menu may include a Philly sando, a burger, a sandwich, shroom mac & cheez, hush puppies and more. Open Mon-Sun 4:00pm-12:00am.
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2910 Rosewood Dr, Unit 1, Columbia, South Carolina, USA, 29205
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Last update on 12 Oct 2023 by Mac🌱
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Added by gymvegano on 10 Jun 2023
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25 Reviews
First Review by sellarspg
GwenMarlattVela
Points +91
Delicious meal! - Edit
Food was great, price was great, vibe was great! We are going back tonight!
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maidenthesouth
Points +425
Disappointed but Willing to Try Again - Edit
I’ve had this spot on my radar for a few months and chose two of the holiday brunch specials. I will be going back after the holiday season and trying core menu items. Here are my thoughts:
Read morePancakes: mocha was too bitter for my taste; would have preferred chocolate chips in addition to balance out flavor, peppermint *only* in the whipped topping and maybe a bit of chocolate drizzle (mint cooked into the pancakes gave them a medicinal aftertaste but it was tasty in the whipped topping)
Grits: watery and slightly too gritty
Potatoes: crispy; boring/bland flavor; will try to order with onions and peppers next time
Biscuit: bacon/egg/cheese were tasty; biscuit was too crumbly; perhaps on an English muffin instead? I think the crumbly texture of the biscuit would be better suited with sausage gravy
Updated from previous review on 2025-12-25
Pros: Free parking , Free coffee, Nice seating options (indoor and outdoor)
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JonnyKarate025
Points +15
Stop scrolling and just come here - Edit
What a cool, quirky food/bar spot! The ambiance is great and the food and drinks are EXCELLENT! The Philly and fries were OUTSTANDING, and the hush puppies were great, too! Got their seasonal Fallgarita as well and couldn’t be happier. If you want some vegan grub in Columbia, this is the place. Look no further! ❤️
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leehillll
Points +24
Sooo good - Edit
Was passing through Columbia on a road trip and discovered this absolute gem of a restaurant. I can’t stop thinking about it the hoot sandwich. Also A to any vegan restaurant open on a Monday. I will be going out of my way to visit this place again
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wags
Points +36
Hoot Hoot! - Edit
Fully vegan menu with plenty of options. We had the Hoot sandwich and the fried chicken Caesar wrap. Both were delicious.
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Davesw
Points +4818
OMG the burger cheese fries! - Edit
Love the cocktails, the decor, the appetizers, but the bomb is the burger fries! They have a variety of different burgers, but instead of getting it on a bun, you can get the toppings on cheese fries! 🤯 Where has this been all my life?! Amazing!
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TofuTrey
Points +859
Incredible food, cool vibe - Edit
Was so happy to discover this place. The breakfast food was out of this world! Can’t wait to go back!
Read morePros: All vegan, Friendly staff, Cool vibe
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SherrieInSC
Points +30
A friendly crowd and staff - Edit
So many good vibes from the jump! We grabbed some takeout after a long day and we're not disappointed. Hush puppies for snacking on the ride while the Hoot as a poke' bowl and Shroom Mac made our tummies happy while watching a movie. We will be back for brunch.
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RICHATHAPLIYAL
Points +41
Delicious!! - Edit
We went there for dinner and loved it so much that we decided to come back for breakfast!! Delicious!!
Read morePros: Chicken burger, OG Pancakes, Black eyed peas hummus
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PatiBrunnabend
Points +20
Nice selection - Edit
Very nice emoyees,food was good. Selection was good , for a bar .
Read morePros: Nice selection, Very tasty, Accommodating staff
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glassesgirl79
Points +2788
It's Wise to Dine at "The Hoot" - Edit
When recently in town for a family function, I discovered this plant-based/vegan restaurant & bar via the HappyCow app. Upon arriving at the restaurant, hubby and I were immediately drawn in enter the restaurant & bar by the sign before the double door entrance.
Read moreUpon arriving, we were relaxed by the cool music playing into the restaurant, seeing a pinball machine and appreciated seeing a variety of seating options including short and long tables, booths, and outdoor seating.
After reviewing the menu, hubby and I approached the bar to order and hubby informed the employee of his nut allergy which let to her asking kitchen staff what menu items contained nuts. The employee quickly returned and informed us that menu items that included nuts were the boiled peanuts and the kale salad.
Having reviewed the menu, we decided to order hush puppies with chipotle-brown sugar butter (which I haven't had since I became vegan in 2009,) a "Philly Sando" with french fries for me, a "Burger Bob" burger with tater tots for hubby, and an order of "Shroom Mac & Cheez" to spilt. While waiting for our to go order to be completed, we decided to enjoy two non-alcoholic mocktails on a "Haystack" for me and a employee create drink called "A Pocket Full of Sunshine."
As I sat at a table and enjoyed my mocktail, hubby had fun playing the "Swords of Fury" pinball machine. In less than ten minutes, our drinks were finished and to go order was delivered to us. Upon returning to our rental condo, we opened up food boxes and we delighted by what we saw.
The hush puppies were perfectly crispy on the outisde and moist on the inside. Although I was expecting for the butter dipping sauce to be overpowering, it provided the perfect amount of heat to the hush puppie's
sweetness.
The Philly sando was flavorful and the fries were hot and crispy. Hubby raved about the Burger Bob and said the tater tots were were done. The shroom mac & cheez had a good balance of flavor and cheeziness however, I would have loved it to have had even more mushrooms (but that's cause I really love mushrooms.)
After such a delightful to go dining experience, the next time we're in the area, we will definitely plan to have a dine in experience to better enjoy the chill atmosphere, electic decor, delicious food, and friendly staff.
Pros: Friendly staff, Non-alcoholic mocktails, Delicious Regional Food
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US Kiwi
Points +164
The Hoot is more than a food spot - Edit
The Hoot is so much more than a food spot, the food is excellent pub food, the drinks are great, but the atmosphere is why to visit. So many fun things with great people.
Read moreIt is also a safe place for a those who otherwise might not feel so safe in this area, such a fun and diverse crowd.
Pros: Great pub food, Great atmosphere , Great people
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ELT
Points +500
Great Brunch - Edit
I went for brunch and enjoyed it very much. I tried the pancakes, the chikn biscuit, and the Rosewood Wreck. The chikn biscuit was plain and not great, but everything else was fantastic. The Rosewood Wreck was flavorful, and the pancakes were perfectly fluffy. They also had a bit of cinnamon, which I loved. The service was friendly and the coffee was free!
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radishes
Points +61
fun vibes and good food - Edit
in town for the weekend so we had to hit up all the vegan spots - The Hoot did not disappoint! Friendly staff and great atmosphere. I had the Beans and Rice bowl and a kale salad side and it was delicious. The boiled peanuts were a treat too! Love the vibe and will definitely be back.
Read morePros: Atmosphere, Yummy vegan grub, Really reasonable prices
Cons: Not the easiest to find!
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WilliamRosenfelt
Points +180
The Hoot abides - Edit
Wonderful atmosphere, great food, and the staff were arguably the best I’ve ever run across. High energy Bodega. 
Read morePros: Chicken Sammy, Hush puppies , Service, atmosphere, energy
Cons: No way
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Zombievegan8
Points +21
Amazing food - Edit
I’ve been several times and it’s my favorite vegan scene in Columbia the drinks are great I do wish they had sweet tea 😆 but yeah food is always on point. It is somewhat hidden and hard to find the first time if you’re at Publix the entrance is straight across behind the gas station! 🦉
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BertieBert
Points +99
Might be spoiled… - Edit
I wanted this place to be so much better than it was. Maybe I’m spoiled by the area I live in and the food I’ve tried, but this place just wasn’t very good. I tried the pretzel sticks and cheesesteak. Neither was particularly good and the sandwich was reminiscent of something that had been microwaved (warm on the outside, napalm on the inside)
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learthevegan
Points +1227
Amazing food - Edit
The food is amazing and the atmosphere was really cute and welcoming too!😄
Read morePros: Vegan versions of local dishes, Atmosphere
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TiaStreeterHutchins
Points +3213
Fantastic spot with tons of great vegan options! - Edit
Absolutely amazing. Fun place- lots of events like live music and bingo nights. Great outdoor patio that is dog friendly
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StephenStory
Points +75
Great new option in Columbia - Edit
So happy this place opened. Ate with three omnivores. We got the Pickle and Olive plate, Black-eyed pea hummus, and hush puppies to begin with. They were all great but the hush puppies stood out. I got The Hoot Sandwich and it was excellent. Two of us got the veg-fil-a sandwich and one person got the nachos. Everyone raved. It was great. More of a bar atmosphere but the food was excellent. Can't wait to go back.
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XOXO
Points +2069
Party place - Edit
Limited options but anyone looking for a drink will love this place.
Read moreCons: No desserts
LSantiago
They have desserts. it's usually a special so there will be new yummy stuff every now and then. The chocolate cake is RIDICULOUS!
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jpoverud
Points +159
Best vegan option in Columbia - Edit
Great food, great atmosphere and drinks selection! Great value and dining experience!
Read morePros: Food, Service, Atmosphere
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AndrewVoss
Points +139
Cool vibe with great food - Edit
This is a great place for bar-style food. Everything is 100% plant based. The hush puppies and cheez fries are a must! You order drinks and food at the bar.
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amanda.rahimian
Points +225
New Vegan Restaurant!!!!!! - Edit
We went the day after their grand opening and I loved it! The vibes were good and the food was tasty. The hush puppies and shroom mac in particular were perfect! I look forward to returning!
Read morePros: All vegan!, Reasonable pricing ($5-$13), Lots of options
Cons: Veg-fil-a was dry; needs sauce
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sellarspg
Points +171
Excellent - Edit
One of the best vegan options in Columbia. Food is a 10/10. Cocktails are 10/10.
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