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Incredible experience!!! I’m so glad this German restaurant is near Columbia! I’ve been learning German for years, have been to Germany twice, and am planning to live there soon. I finally visited Julia’s and was not disappointed! The schnitzel was incredible and the German potato salad equally so. They also gave me and my roommate our radlers for free which was beyond generous. It’s cash only so come prepared, but definitely definitely do come. I will certainly be back soon myself.

This is my new favorite restaurant in Cola! The service was outstanding, the food rivaled anything we’ve had in Germany, and the owner, Julia, greeted us and introduced herself as soon as we walked in the door. Such a great atmosphere and everyone working there treats you like family. I got the rouladen and my husband got the cheese schnitzel. Both were amazing and it was so much food for an awesome price. Also have to mention that the beer is delicious too!

I just had a fantastic meal at Julia’s (Authentic German Food). There is enough left over for at least 2 more meals. Her salad is the tops! Most German salads were like hers but have since turned toward American salads. Her double decker is unequaled with cheese and ham in the middle of 2 schnitzels with musroom gravy and cheese sauce on top. THE BEST!!! On top of all that I had to succumb to their homemade Black Forest Cake!!! Julia’s even has German beer on tap, German wine and jagermeister prechilled. One of my favorite spots in Columbia. Be warned that they are packed at times and don’t take credit cards. BTW, they are located near Clemson Road & I-20.

BEST German food around! Have been many times but this was our 1st time to their new location at 120 Sparkleberry Crossing. We went Saturday (Sept 11) with a group of family and friends to celebrate my husband's birthday. Our server, Ky, is a USC student and an excellent server. She catered to all our wishes and did a great job. The food as always was amazing. They even had some Oktoberfest Spaten beer on draft! The new location is large, very accommodating, and decorated with a wide variety of German beer steins and cuckoo clocks. We loved it and had a fabulous time.

The best part of the day was meeting Julia. The food was nothing to rave about the cheesy Jager schnitzel (veal) was cold. The sauce which I asked to be served on the side was also cold. The Jager schnitzel (pork) had few mushrooms in the gravy and was also cold. Both the schnitzel lacked flavor and tasted as if they were prepared earlier and then "warmed." The German potato salad was strong with vinegar and the German salad was from a can. The server was extremely rude as I asked before ordering if there were any special and was told the menu is the menu. I mentioned I wanted a to go order for a friend which I would order before the end of our meal and was asked even before getting our meal were we ready to place that to go order. The place is a cash only they do provide an ATM which charges a fee. When going to get the cash before ordering the server went back to my guest at the table and asked if we were ready to order clearly we were not since one party was not even at the table. Poor customer service I will not recommend nor come back. Unfortunately we did like Julia but the other staff is just rude.

Let me tell you. This was one of the best experiences I have ever had. The food was great and the service was absolutely superb. I felt like I was at the bar on the show Cheers where everybody knows your name. This was not only my 1st time trying this restaurant but also trying German cuisine. Fiona was our waitress and she was very knowledgeable. She let us sample sauces and made recommendations. She was absolutely fantastic. And Mr Jamie was at the bar and checked us out at the end. He introduced himself and shook our hands. Thanked us for coming out. I mean I felt like I ate there everyday. Julia and her family should definitely be proud of what they have built bc this is one of the best places to visit in Columbia, SC.

EAT HERE IN COLUMBIA! I travel often and try to eat at local places and this is by far the best food I have ever had in my years of travel! I love places which are traditional to the root and Julia's does not disappoint! Order the Jerryschitzel (not on menu) and be amazed! On top of that the palace is family run and I saw Julia, at over 80 years old cleaning tables! This is so awesome and aligns with my love of people, food, and tradition! Do not miss this place!