Rosewood

Once residential in nature, this diverse south side district has evolved into a destination for all ages. Here, nestled between tree-lined streets, you’ll find Columbia’s only urban farm, City Roots, and right across the street you'll find the Hunter-Gatherer Brewery & Alehouse. Just down the street there’s Owens Field Skate Park, a handicap-accessible playground, and a Miracle League baseball field for people with disabilities.

City Roots: Columbia’s only urban farm, the three acre oasis has helped anchor Rosewood’s redevelopment as well as advancing sustainable farming. Visitors are welcome to stroll through the gardens, which feature more than 100 types of vegetables and flowers. Grab a self-guided tour at the farm store and walk through fields of flowers while you check out the free range chickens, veggie fields and herb gardens. You might even find father and son duo and co-owners Robbie and Eric McClam in the fields. And you're sure to find City Roots grown food on menus around town.

Hunter Gatherer Brewery & Alehouse at Curtiss-Wright Hangar: Located in an old airport hangar, Hunter-Gatherer at Curtiss-Wright Hangar features a tap room, beer garden, and observation deck for all to enjoy. For the beer-connoisseur, think a 13,000-square foot brewery with 527-gallon brew house, a bottling and kegging line and 10 foot tall fermenting tanks. Here you can sip on a brew and enjoy a bite in the sunshine as you watch planes take off from Owens Field.

Peebles: What they describe as the "five star dive bar," Peebles is the perfect spot for a quick lunch break or your late-night grub. For over 15 years they have been offering the Rosewood area some of the best southern staples. From po boys, to fried okra, to crawfish, they offer something for every food lover way beyond wings. Their jumbo wings can be dressed in any of their 20+ sauces, spice lovers will rejoice in the plethora of heat offered. Pro tip: always order extra ranch. 

Pelican’s SnoBalls: One of the best ways to stay cool in Columbia? Pelican’s SnoBalls. These fluffy frozen treats are made with pure cane sugar - no high fructose corn syrup here. Flavors vary among its several locations across the region, but you might find the likes of cream soda, red velvet cake, sour apple, and guava.

Rosewood Dairy Bar: Sweet treats abound in Rosewood. Just down the street from Pelican's you'll find the charming Rosewood Dairy Bar. It's a Columbia institution serving up soft-serve ice cream, sundaes, and milkshakes. But that's not all. Get a classic burger or hot dog basket, some fried chicken snacks, or an old-fashioned bologna sandwich. This 1942 establishment has no frills, but they'll be waiting for you with a cup of sweet tea.