Welcome To The Social Room

Bar, Restaurant, and Lounge in Columbia, MO Unlike Anything Else


Familiar with our iconic speakeasy-style lounge and nightclub? Indulge in the exquisite offerings from our craft and tantalizing ghost kitchen, Backyard Bistro. Opening February 1st, and accessible on all platforms for your culinary pleasure.

Not Your Average Restaurant in Columbia, MO

Drinks, Music, Burgers, Pizza & More: Meet Your New Food Obsession

Discover and enjoy The Social Room, Columbia's most distinctive music and dance venue in downtown. Exciting news — we're expanding our horizons into the local culinary scene with The Backyard Bistro! Our focus is on crafting, preparing from scratch, and delivering artisan-style bites. With a menu that's both creative and indulgent, we're quickly becoming a local favorite in Columbia, MO. Pride runs deep in serving not just delectable but quality food, sourcing ingredients locally from Missouri farms.


From awesome burgers to Neo-Neapolitan-style pizza, street tacos, and indulgent mac and cheese — we offer the perfect blend of carbs, proteins, and fats to delight your senses, even after a night of revelry. Our smash patties stand out, literally, so flavorful that you might find yourself stacking your burger 8 inches tall — yes, it's happened! And for our fans who prefer to enjoy crave-worthy food without battling Broadway crowds, our downtown location is the perfect escape. Join us at  Backyard Bistro, either in person or order online to satisfy your newest food obsession.


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Columbia’s Favorite Bar, Restaurant & Lounge


The Social Room first opened its doors in 2015, swiftly forming a community of loyal patrons who were drawn to our inviting, old-school, speakeasy-style lounge. Over the years, we've crafted memorable experiences – be it shooting pool, dancing, enjoying late-night bites, or sipping on crafted drinks. Whether you're here for our artisan-style cuisine or simply to unwind with local brews and cocktails, we invite you to make yourself at home. Visit our Columbia, MO restaurant for happy hour specials running from 4-7 p.m., offering both indoor and patio seating, fostering an LGBTQ-supportive environment, and featuring our locally-renowned cuisine.

Columbia’s Favorite Bar, Restaurant, Arcade & Lounge


The Social Room opened its doors in 2015 and quickly made many loyal friends who were attracted to our welcoming, old-school, speakeasy-style lounge. Since then, we’ve created some pretty cool memories shooting pool, dancing, eating late-night bites and pouring back drinks. Whether you’re here to indulge in our stoner-friendly food or simply hang out with some local brews and cocktails, we hope you settle in and make yourself at home. Swing by our restaurant in Columbia, MO for happy hour specials from 4-7 p.m., indoor and patio seating, an LGBTQ-supportive environment and our locally-famous food.

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