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Columbia’s best local businesses

The 225 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best
225 businesses listed0 added this month13 categories

● Updated Sep 15

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  • Cat Daddy's Cat Café

    Cafes

    Cat Daddy's Cat Café pairs locally roasted specialty coffee with time in a low-stress lounge designed for feline comfort and filled with…

    2533 Main St · catdaddyscatcafe.com ↗ · ✓ checked Jul 30

  • Dulce Bakery and Cafe

    Cafes

    Craving a real pick-me-up, Columbia? Dulce Bakery and Cafe in the Vista has buttery croissants, handcrafted lattes, and gourmet sandwiches…

    1213 Lincoln St · ilovedulce.com ↗

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