The Black Cow

4.5 ( 3105 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
115 12th St, Columbus, GA 31901, United States
+1 706-321-2020

If you’re in Columbus, Georgia, "The Black Cow" is a must-visit American restaurant worth your time. Located at 115 12th St, this culinary gem has garnered glowing reviews from patrons. Many rave about the fried green tomatoes with remoulade sauce, a standout appetizer that is bursting with flavor. Diners also recommend their generous portions of artichoke chicken in cream sauce and the Chicken and Waffles, which has been described as deliciously satisfying.

Greg Gowens, a satisfied customer, highlighted the prompt service amidst a bustling atmosphere. His family's meal included Fish & Chips with delightful White Cheddar Grits, showcasing the restaurant's innovative take on classic dishes. Others praised the pork chop with gravy, claiming it rivals home-cooked favorites.

With friendly staff and a welcoming vibe, The Black Cow appears to be a local favorite, perfect for couples and smaller groups. Visitors consistently note the thoughtful service, comfortable environment, and an appealing menu that caters to diverse tastes. Dessert options, like the lemon cream cake, round off the meal beautifully, making "The Black Cow" a rewarding dining experience worthy of exploration.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great wine list
    • Good for watching sport
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
    • Usually has a wait
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For The Black Cow

Greg Gowens
Jun 23,2025
Good menu choices. I ordered Fish & Chips with White Cheddar Grits. My wife ordered Steak Tips with White Cheddar Grits and Sweet Potato Fries. My daughter ordered Salmon Steak with French Fries and Mashed Potatoes. My son ordered Steak Tips with French Fries and Sweet Potato Fries. The service was good. Food came out in a relatively short time considering the number of full tables. Cheese Grits needed salt, but otherwise, they were tasty. The Salmon Steak was served on a bed of Lemon Cream Sauce that gave the fish that extra flavor. The Fish & Chips was a large serving. Overall, it was a great experience. This location is highly recommended!
Julie A.
Jun 22,2025
The food is very flavorful and fresh. Everybody in my party was happy with their order. Highly recommend the fried green tomatoes with remoulade sauce. Artichoke chicken in cream sauce was excellent and portion was very generous. I liked that there were plenty of vegetable options to go with entrees and sandwiches—like fresh green beans and delicious coleslaw. The sweet potato fries I sampled from my son’s plate were top notch. Lemon cream cake was the bomb and I’m told the chocolate cake was great too. Our server was very attentive and brought out drink refills without being asked.
McKenzie
Jun 14,2025
We came here to eat dinner and sat outside. It was very enjoyable. The staff were friendly lots of locals coming in to eat. We ordered the fried green tomatoes goat cheese. They were delicious and full of flavor. The chiken sandwich, meatloaf sandwich, and artichoke chiken with max and cheese and collards were also good as well. Overall, loved the black cow!
Stephanie Menotte
Jun 12,2025
Driving through town and found this place the night before Mother’s Day. The wait everywhere was insane so we decided to stay. The food ended up being delicious. We got chicken fingers, a burger, the pork chops, and fried green beans. Our waitress was super nice and helpful.
Crystal Logan
Jun 8,2025
Chicken and waffles are delicious. The pork chop with gravy is the best I've had other than my mom's. The portions were large enough for my husband and I to try each other's entrees while still having leftovers. The building is old, but it wasn't terribly loud despite nearly every seat being taken during the lunch rush. Country music was playing, but wasn't so loud you couldn't enjoy a conversation. The service was excellent. Despite being busy, the servers were pleasant and kept on top of orders and refills. Overall, a very pleasant experience. I would say it may not be the best place for group get-togethers, but for a couple or group of four, absolutely recommend.
Ricardo Cortez
Apr 30,2025
This was a pleasant surprise on our visit to Columbus. We were looking for a place to eat and found this gem. The food was absolutely delicious, the taste was on point. My wife and son got a burger with some jelly that was, to my surprise, quite tasty. It was made different, cheese that we had not tried before. My steak was made the way I wanted it. The wings were full of flavor and crunchy, but not dry.
Dee
Apr 18,2025
This was our first time visit. The Service from Haley was amazing !! The shrimp poboy and fries was the best I’ve ever had. Thank you !
Marc Morales
Apr 1,2025
The Black Cow Restaurant offers an American and Southern menu. It is a favorite spot of the local lunch crowd. I went in to try one of their most popular burgers: The Bacon Pimento Cheeseburger. A toasted bun with jalapeno pepper jelly. The jelly provides a perfect touch of spiciness and sweetness without overpowering the juicy beef patty covered with housemade pimento cheese and chopped bacon. The burger is served with Crinkle-cut French Fries cooked to perfection: salty and crispy on the outside, and mashed-potato soft on the inside. I give it 5 Stars.

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