The Food Market offers fine eating and pleasurable service from Chef Chad Gauss. The sister restaurant of The Food Market in Hampden. Up to par, down to earth experience driven comfort fo
Brunch
Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm
Lunch
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Dinner
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Plentiful and convenient FREE parking onsite via connected garage in addition to Columbia Mall parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Experiences
Slay The Menu
US$100.00 per person
Apr 10, 2025 only
Join us for a special Slay The Menu dinner service! You will experience the best of The Food Market without having to make the tough decisions about what to order. This option offers you the chance to experience numerous menu items and get your grub on! All dishes are served in family-style portion with the intention to be share! $100 per person. Beverages, tax and gratuity not included. Cant wait to see you there!
Menu
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What 2,200 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
Baltimore / Maryland
Innovative
Baltimore / Maryland
Most Booked
Baltimore Suburbs
Great for brunch
Baltimore Suburbs
Innovative
Baltimore Suburbs
American
Baltimore Suburbs
Most Booked
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Food Market in Columbia shines with its "amazing food," "attentive service," and "vibrant atmosphere." Patrons love the diverse menu, creative dishes, and the option to share tapas-style plates. Highlights include vegetarian selections, cocktails, and standout dishes like "crab sundae." Despite occasional noise complaints, it's a "must-visit" for many.
2,200 Reviews
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Michelle
VIP
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Fun place and very conveniently located. A little noisy but not bad. Varied menu.
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SadeT
VIP
Baltimore
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
Overall 3
Food 3
Service 5
Ambience 2
Although the service was great, I like the location in Baltimore better. The food and atmosphere is better at the other location. First time I didn’t like the food at the Food Market. Very bland but the drinks were good. The crowd of ppl waiting for tables near my table was uncomfortable as well. Will stick to the Baltimore location instead.
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lawrence
VIP
Baltimore
144 reviews
5.0
144 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Two of us shared the pork belly, onion soup/rings, charred cabbage and the short rib main dish. All were delicious. Service was first rate. A creative menu that changes periodically.
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Rebecca
VIP
Baltimore
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
It was amazing food, wonderful service, and it rocked!
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Diamond
VIP
Washington DC
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The food was great and the service was great as well. We appreciated how friendly our waitress was in celebrating a birthday, and how accommodating the manager was.
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Stephen
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The best wings I have ever had. And one of my top 3 favorite hamburgers now. Good vibes as well. Worth the money.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 4
Food 3
Service 3
Ambience 4
It was a mixed experience. My food and my dads was over cooked. My brother and SIL had no issues with the food. I had a great experience with dinner a couple weeks back, so I had high hopes for brunch. I was disappointed that brunch wasn’t as good as dinner. I’d go back dinner but not brunch.
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Jethro Lesedi
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 5
I always enjoy being at the food market. The ambience and food is always great. This is one of the places with better service thus a plus for me. I was disappointed with a hair of string in my food which the manager dealt with swiftly. Still love the place and plan to return many more times
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Laker
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
Excellent! As always! Good was hot and fresh! Service was prompt and professional!
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Jessica
VIP
Denver
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
Creative menu and will return to try more. We tried 8 different things and I would say while they were all good only 1 was a “wow” and 1 was a “no”. Others were fine but often felt like they were just missing something. Atmosphere was fun for a Friday night.
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FAQs
The Food Market - Columbia is rated 4.7 stars by 2200 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.