Spend the Day Here! Columbia, MO’s Best Hangout Spots for Food & Fun

Columbia is home not only to amazing food, but great entertainment; and when the two come together, it’s a match made in heaven! If you’re catching up with your friend group or taking your work crew out for a special day, there are more than enough restaurants and bars where you can spend quality time and relax. We know the best spots for patio seating, competitive outdoor games, chill live music, and more to guarantee your whole party is satisfied. Check out our top picks for passing the time in Columbia, then call up some friends or family and clear off your schedule! 

Billiards on Broadway


If you’ve been missing a good game of pool in your life, Billiards on Broadway is sure to “scratch” that itch. In addition to serving some of Columbia’s most authentic and delectable burgers with hand-cut fries, this downtown legend is also a pool hall packed with tables and widescreen TVs. Whether you’re entering one of their weekend tournaments or waiting on a plate of ‘Bout Died Fries with chili and jalapeños, these billiards tables are available to anybody who is up for the challenge. Stay for another match, and while you’re at it, order some Missouri craft beers for the group.

Deuce Pub & Pit


After a week of working hard, The Deuce is where you go to play hard and eat hard. They have all your pub food favorites, from burgers to jumbo wings and premium pizzas to flavorful tacos. At The Deuce Pub & Pit, the games to play are just as diverse as their menu! Beat your friends in a game of bags like a true Midwesterner, play a chill round of bocce ball, or start a match on their famous sand volleyball court. If you and your party would rather take it indoors, you can watch the latest game on one of their 16 TVs or try your hand at shuffleboard. No matter the occasion, The Deuce is perfect for bringing people closer together.

Heuer's Country Store & Cafe


We could all use a morning or lunch with a little Southern hospitality. At Heuer’s Country Store & Cafe, you’ll find all the essentials: biscuits and gravy, succulent pork steaks, fried chicken, smoked ribs, and other tasty comfort foods. This local American cafe is ideal if you’re hanging out with a small group and want a laid-back ambiance for chatting and coffee. Invite a friend or two for brunch and get to know the friendly folks at Heuer’s Country Store and Cafe.

Logboat Brewing Company


If your friend asks, “Want to go grab a beer?”, there’s only one place in Columbia that should come to mind, and it’s Logboat Brewing Company. This two-story brewery offers good vibes and a diverse range of flavor profiles to please the most discerning of beer connoisseurs. Save a seat upstairs or take your party to their spacious lawn. Logboat Brewing Company is a prime venue to reserve for all-day events such as fundraisers, company celebrations, fantasy football drafts, and more! Find your new favorite IPA or a cider from their sister company, Waves Cider, when you plan a trip to one of mid-Missouri’s top breweries.

Midway Golf & Games


Looking for neverending fun around the clock? Plan your next family day out at Midway Golf & Games. Centered around a high-tech golfing range, this game paradise also features go-kart racing, batting cages, axe throwing, archery tag, and more! When your friends or family work up an appetite from golfing, grab a table at 44 Tavern for incredible appetizers like Barbecue Disco Fries, Midway Smashburger Sliders, and the enormous Tavern Nachos with your choice of tender meat. Get ready for the best day ever at Columbia’s most unique entertainment strip!

Pierpont General Store 


From sun up to sundown, Pierpont General Store is a place that feels like home. There are various areas to explore when you visit: a convenience store with local produce like farm fresh eggs, two dog-friendly patios for the summer and winter, and a cozy cafe serving delicious food for any time of day. Pierpont General Store is never short on community events for all ages, especially when it comes to live music. With so much to see and do, spending the day here is practically a must if you want the true experience. For your next outing in Columbia, bring your peeps (and your pups) to Pierpont General Store to make lasting memories.