“It will be an amazing place to spend time with people you care about,” he said. “That's what it's all about. You know, putting the phones down, having real conversations, having a shared experience with food and the community.”

“Inspired by the success of GATHER GVL in Greenville, S.C., the venue anticipates elevating Columbia's growing culinary and social scene, blending a diverse array of dining options, retail experiences, and flexible office and community spaces.”

“This is exactly what Columbia needs,” said Garrison Marcoux, a Columbia resident. “More locations for people to interact with one another face to face outside of work, which creates a more connected community.”

“Kiki’s Chicken and Waffles, the local soul food favorite that was a semifinalist in 2024 for one of the “Oscars of the food world,” is set to join Gather COLA. The food hall is expected to debut at the BullStreet development later this year, giving the city one of the trendy upscale food courts.“

“If you know the old-school beer lingo, a ‘session’ was all about enjoying low-ABV brews you could sip on for a whole session with friends (without cutting the night short),” the post said. “That’s exactly the vibe Session Taproom is bringing to the BullStreet District“

“The food hall, located in the BullStreet District across from Segra Park, revealed its food lineup that ranges from classic Southern to innovative 1980s-inspired Asian cuisine“