Zesto of West Columbia - Hamburger restaurant in West Columbia - 504 12th St, USA

Let me see where i start...i am from Florida and was taking my friends son to the USC and we wanted to try some burgers...we were looking into Google maps and this place showed up...then we decided to go...what a surprise...first of all the place was packed...and we said...it's gotta be really good...then we ordered some Zesto burgers and chicken strips basket...my God...everything was amazing...and i mean AMAZING!! The flavor of those burgers were delicious...the bread toasty on the outside but soft in the inside...the fries also were really good...then the breading on the strips were also on point...the we tried the ice cream because of the reviews on Google...and was the cherry on top...so soft and the strawberry syrup was was also so flavorful it was the right combination...congratulations for having this burger Heaven... the service...prices...restaurant clean...just a 10 out of 10...by any chance opening one in Florida? 👀😅🙏

Best broasted chicken in the world. If you have never had it and like fried chicken this is the next level. Might as well try it now because it's the only chicken served in heaven. The service is next level as well. Came from Raleigh to get some while visiting. Went to USC and it brings back memories 1996

I was brought here by a co-worker who said the wings were pretty good... he was quite wrong. The wings were some of the best I've ever had! Double wings connected at the joint... yes, drums and flats, on the same piece. Once separated, the flats' bones slid right out and were so easy to eat! Tender, juicy, and super flavorful! The accompanying fries were perfectly cooked and had just the right amount of salt. I also ordered a hot dog basket because I didn't know the wings snack came with fries. The hotdog was decent with chili onions and mustard, but not great. The highlight of my visit was the fact that I mistakenly threw away my receipt and was looking in the trash can for it. A super attentive server asked what I was looking for, and I explained my need to submit it for reimbursement. She immediately went to the front and was able to reproduce my original receipt. Super impressive for going way above and beyond! I will 100% eat here again when I'm in the area. Heck... I would literally take the 90 minute drive just to have the wings for lunch. Homerun Zestos! Out of the park!

Please excuse my photo because I have eaten most of the fries and a wing lol. I ordered the for wing basket. Been coming to this spot since I was 13 and they never missed in all them years. Excluding the 10 years I left SC for military service and living in other states. Still excellent service and in my opinion the best Chicken spot in the Columbia area. I highly recommend!

Denise took care of us. She was wonderful! My husband had a burger that he said was very good. I had fried chicken which was moist but a little too salty for me. Lots of people and lots of energy at this place. Top off your meal with an ice cream cone or sundae. Enjoy!

Excellent experience. Food was amazing. Everything you could hope for in a “burger joint”. It is old time service and atmosphere. Like it used to be when we were kids.

I visited here from out of town. Apparently, this West Columbia spot is very popular amongst the locals because it was BUSY!! But, that didn’t take away from the awesome service quality. It has an old-fashioned type of atmosphere with plenty of booths and tables. The restaurant layout can be a bit confusing for a first-timer. If you want to dine in, you have to place your order at the front, then walk outside, only to go back into the next door to reach the dining area. One of the servers bring your food to you. I got the Zesto Cheeseburger Basket. To me, it was just ok. Just your standard nostalgic cheeseburger that you would get from any short-order spot that’s like this place. Delicious soft-serve! Must get the Chocolate Nut Roll!

Fried chicken that will change your life. Everything is amazing and fresh. Best fries and custard!!