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Blue Marlin

Seafood Restaurant$$$$
The Congaree Vista, Columbia
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7.7/10
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    Ranked #6 for seafood restaurants in Columbia
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    Jenn K.
    "The shrimp and grits are crazy delicious."(12 Tips)
    Brad H.
    "The she crab soup is a MUST, the collard greens are GREAT!"(9 Tips)
    Paul A.
    "I'm loving the collard greens!"(5 Tips)
    Walker K.
    "Try the teriyaki salmon and the key lime pie, they're great!"(3 Tips)
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  • Brad H.heart icon on user image
    Brad HagerJuly 11, 2016
    Pretty much everything is good here. The shrimp grits are AMAZING!! The she crab soup is a MUST, the collard greens are GREAT! The bread is awesome, so is the snapper. Great staff. Go hungry 😄
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  • Katie L.
    Katie LafountainSeptember 1, 2012
    The complimentary collard greens lived up to the hype!! Those along with the warm freshly baked bread and the appetizer portion of shrimp and grits made for a perfect meal. Hubby loved the crab cakes!
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  • Michelle B.
    Michelle BoardmanMarch 18, 2014
    Awesome service, and the she-crab soup is a must try! It was amazing, especially with the bread. Their bread is my favorite- like a cross between a French bread and white cornbread. SO. GOOD.
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  • Chung-yee N.heart icon on user image
    Chung-yee NgoAugust 1, 2015
    The highly recommend shrimp and grits were delicious and the staff helpful and friendly.
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  • Hansen L.
    Hansen LeongMarch 13, 2012
    Get the she crab soup!!! Fantastic. You may want to request that chef put less salt in/on your meal if you don't want too salty food -- a bit heavy-handed, but maybe that's how they do it down south.
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  • Gwendolyn H.
    Gwendolyn HarleyFebruary 10, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    We visit Columbia often. And I must say this is our favorite restaurant. Customer Service and the meals are great!
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  • Deon M.
    Deon MeltonOctober 2, 2013
    Had the blackened snapper with key like butter sauce (not on the menu), collard greens and grits with bread. There was nothing that wasn't delicious.
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  • Jennifer H.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer HuggJanuary 16, 2015
    The shrimp and oyster skillet did not dissapoint. The she crab soup amd key lime pie were also excellent.
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    CITY GRITNovember 2, 2014
    The food at the old school seafood joint is just that - old school and a bit dated. But the She Crab soup is still a solid winner!
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  • Lisa E.heart icon on user image
    Lisa EdingtonFebruary 9, 2019
    We had the Shrimp Creole and the Chicken Pasta. Both were crazy good with HUGE portions.
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  • Francesca O.
    Francesca OkolieSeptember 1, 2013
    The shrimp and grits are delicious! The Pisco Punch is also a great cocktail! Can't wait to return.
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  • Casey C.heart icon on user image
    Casey CullerMay 15, 2016
    I really enjoyed the Ribeye.. Very surprising quality, good size and excellent taste
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  • Sallie J.heart icon on user image
    Sallie JohnsonOctober 20, 2019
    Mahi-mahi Orleans and she-crab soup are wonderful
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  • Mike A.heart icon on user image
    Mike AllenJanuary 6, 2016
    Cobb salad the size of your head with your choice of grilled chicken, shrimp or salmon
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  • John B.
    John BeckerApril 9, 2014
    Great bartenders and very inventive cocktails...and the seafood is just terrific!
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  • Natalie R.
    Natalie RankinFebruary 2, 2012
    The Hawaiian Steak is the most massive, beautifully cut and marinated I've had in my extensive experience. The flavor outranks Ruth's Chris
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  • Jeff B.
    Jeff BerryhillAugust 6, 2013
    Go for an appetizer trio. She crab soup, shrimp and grits and then crab cake. Great trio.
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  • Colin L.
    Colin LordMay 4, 2015
    Giant portions. Bring your appetite! Shrimp and grits were amazing.
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  • Jenn K.heart icon on user image
    Jenn KeatingMarch 13, 2014
    The shrimp and grits are crazy delicious. Great service, very friendly!
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  • Brionnie C.
    Brionnie ChantoriaJanuary 17, 2012
    Fried green tomatoes here are amazing. Pair it with the bread and She Crab soup.... To die for!!!
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  • Earl
    EarlJuly 29, 2014
    Shrimp and grits..more like grit soup..taste okay.. But shrimp too small and too few with grits being very saucy. Not award winning as proclaimed...next time Motor City
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  • Randy S.heart icon on user image
    Randy SMay 17, 2014
    The grit cakes were dry and overly Salted. The asparagus Spears were grilled correctly but the chef did not have a deft hand with the salt again. The salmon was medium and was properly Seasoned.
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  • Sarah Katherine G.
    You won't regret trying the shrimp and grits - made from local Adluh grits, just across the street!
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  • Darrick S.
    Darrick SuenFebruary 9, 2014
    A must for out-of-state people. Gotta try the She Crab Soup.
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  • Mo C.
    Mo ChiavMarch 18, 2013
    Nice ambiance. Good food. I recommend.
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  • katrina k.heart icon on user image
    katrina kralFebruary 16, 2016
    Love the she crab soup with their crusty bread.
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  • Walker K.
    Walker KnightMarch 24, 2012
    Great service and hot waitresses! Try the teriyaki salmon and the key lime pie, they're great!
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  • Ashley J.
    Ashley JenkinsApril 21, 2013
    Try the New Orleans gumbo or their famous Shrimp & grits! :)
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  • Alex T.heart icon on user image
    Alex TandonNovember 7, 2020
    Been here 10+ times
    Shrimp and grits and firecracker shrimp
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  • Tim U.
    Tim UngerNovember 7, 2010
    The bread is great. The service is attentive and the food is tasty. I also love the music, just sayin.
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  • Amy T.
    Amy TharringtonAugust 17, 2011
    Been here several tomes. Always awesome. Love it- great food, great atmosphere
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  • Jimmy F.
    Jimmy FreibergJune 3, 2012
    Try the Firecracker Flounder the grits are amazing!!! Service is phenominal!
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  • Aziz E.
    Aziz EidJanuary 17, 2014
    Don't miss their shrimp and grits
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  • Elizabeth A.
    Elizabeth AkreMarch 20, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    The she crab soup & BLT salad are addictive.
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  • Tiffany
    TiffanyApril 20, 2011
    Just so you know, the best part of the meal was free: collard greens are available upon request!
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  • Jim W.
    Jim WaltersAugust 1, 2011
    Very good. Food was good. Nice atmosphere. Restaurant was a bit warm. Read more
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  • Javier D.
    Javier Diaz de LeonApril 3, 2014
    Key lime pie! Yummmy
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  • Artie F.
    Artie FolkJuly 26, 2014
    We had a wonderful dinner and Birthday party.
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  • Javier D.
    Javier Diaz de LeonApril 3, 2014
    Shrimp and Grits!
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  • Paul A.
    Paul AdamsNovember 7, 2010
    I'm loving the collard greens! They're some of the best I've had.
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  • John S.heart icon on user image
    John StringfellowJanuary 19, 2015
    Best restaurant in charlotte
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  • Jim M.
    Jim McFarlandAugust 31, 2010
    All the food and drinks we had were outstanding, and the service was great.
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  • Josh Harcus
    Josh HarcusAugust 16, 2011
    The Blue Marlin Staff is very pretty and nice!
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  • Alexandre M.heart icon on user image
    Alexandre MunhozJuly 19, 2018
    The food is fine but missing some more options that are not deep fried or full of cream.
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  • Linda
    LindaJanuary 18, 2013
    Dinner excellent.
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  • April J.
    April JohnstonAugust 27, 2011
    La Pomme is a tasty drink. Very much like an appletini.
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  • Tara H.
    Tara HarperOctober 20, 2011
    Try the she-crab soup. The best!
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  • April J.
    April JohnstonAugust 27, 2011
    Crab and spinach fondue is a little too cheesy.
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  • Antoine S.
    Antoine SleimanDecember 2, 2011
    Try the Hawaiian Ribeye, amazing.
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  • Katy C.
    Katy ChowMay 26, 2012
    Just fyi you don't need to pay the meter on saturdays.
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