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Drake's Duck-In, your go-to Breakfast restaurant and Chicken restaurant in Columbia, SC. Located at 1840 Hampton St, Columbia, SC 29201, we serve up delicious breakfast and lunch options that are sure to satisfy your cravings. From fluffy pancakes to crispy fried chicken, our menu is designed to please even the pickiest of eaters. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty breakfast or a quick lunch, our friendly staff and cozy atmosphere make us the perfect spot to duck in and refuel. Come visit us today and taste the difference for yourself!

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Josiah Borawski
Josiah Borawski -Local Guide
5 months ago
The food was amazing! The wait staff was amazing and they get paid more than minimum wage! The burger was delicious and wasn’t too messy, and the fries were perfectly cooked. Think McDonald’s fries but natural cut! Great portion of food for the price and...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 4/5
Michael Waddell
Michael Waddell -Local Guide
a year ago
Drake's is a staple of Columbia and has been around longer than my grandparents. It's got the best fried chicken sandwich in all of Columbia and if you're not satisfied, then I don't know what's wrong with you, but you need help. Their hot dogs...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Thaddeus Parker
Thaddeus Parker -Local Guide
2 years ago
First time eating here was today. Was on door dash trying to find something new and this little place showed up so I decided to give it a chance. I ordered the chili cheese dog with onions, 4 chicken fingers, and chili cheese fries. The...Read More
Kelly S
Kelly S -Local Guide
a year ago
Cheeseburger all the way and a side of cole slaw $7.70. Visited the Hampton Street location. Small amount of seating, line almost to the door when I left, go my order to go as it did not feel like there was any air...Read More
Food: 3/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 3/5
Olivia Lee
Olivia Lee -Local Guide
2 weeks ago
This is the driest chicken I’ve ever had. No kidding, literally the driest chicken without any flavor. Also the fries were way too salty. Did they make it salty to compliment with the no seasoned burger? lolAfter having this meal, I felt very sick and...Read More
Food: 1/5Service: 2/5Atmosphere: 3/5
algerron williams sr.
algerron williams sr.
2 weeks ago
This food needs improvement I’m sorry nor do I mean to be critical. But for $15 a overcooked piece of too thick chicken salad and shoestring fries and a drink. If it was really then maybe. But Chikfila on a bad day is far less...Read More
Food: 1/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 3/5
anne gibney
anne gibney -Local Guide
5 months ago
A great chicken sandwich! This is one of the cleanest restaurants as well. I dropped in for a quick bite after going to the Museum across the street. Fast and friendly service. They have breakfast in the morning. I would recommend if you want "old...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Lady Amanda Heeter
Lady Amanda Heeter -Local Guide
10 months ago
There are a lot of big names in chicken in the area, but zero of them compare to this place! The last time I had chicken this juicy and crispy, my grandmother made it. Heck, I'm sorry MawMaw, but this place would be your new...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Emma Bi
Emma Bi -Local Guide
a year ago
This was probably the crispiest and juciest fried chicken I have ever tried. The batter was thicker than other chicken I have tried but it was very crunchy and flavorful. The fries were also delicious with a savory seasoning. The house hot sauce was nothing...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
T Jones
T Jones -Local Guide
2 years ago
The food is seasoned good and it was fresh but I like to know that my meat is being cleaned and when I get skin as the one pictured below, I for sure know no one is cleaning the meat! I didn't want fried feathered...Read More
Charlene ShealeyHeath
Charlene ShealeyHeath -Local Guide
3 years ago
I ordered the 3 wing special that comes with 2 rolls. Added the fries and a side of ranch.Food was ready when I got there and still fresh even though I was late picking it up. Chicken seasoned perfectly and done to my specifications. ...Read More
Emily Folk
Emily Folk -Local Guide
4 years ago
Horrible experience. A coworker and I (work across the street from Drake's) placed an online order for pick up. At designated pickup time my coworker went to get the order. Witnessed a customer return food b/c he was allergic to a condiment and was...Read More
Matt Miller
Matt Miller -Local Guide
3 years ago
Sara Beth Wade
Sara Beth Wade -Local Guide
a month ago
Fantastic classic spot for dinner! Glad they are open later - I'd expect a place like this to shut down after lunch. But I'm glad they were open while we waited for an event to start. Otherwise, all the other options were pretty expensive. Our...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Mark Cobb
Mark Cobb
a month ago
Great atmosphere, super clean, bright excellent music old diner feel. My girlfriends food was hot and fresh cheese burger.We ordered two combos which came with fries that where cold and soggy.I ordered the chicken and waffles that where ice cold both fried chicken and waffle..No...Read More
Food: 1/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Jacqueline D.
Jacqueline D. -Local Guide
a week ago
The good news is -,The fries are— delicious! They are hand cut! The bad news is - I was disappointed with how salty the chicken is and the fact that two pieces of chicken, a box is $10 with no side. I believe they are...Read More
Food: 2/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
april alexander
april alexander
2 months ago
I visited this place for the first time today. When I walked in they had a sign that said.... Best FRIED CHICKEN on MAIN. Well, they owned it!! The chicken was absolutely amazing. Friendly and fast service was the extra that made my day. On...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
C Robertson
C Robertson
4 months ago
I once loved this place, prior to the re-opening! Food is excellent, service is excellent, nice atmosphere, however, since it reopened, I can’t afford to go there. The prices have almost doubled on some items and it’s so not worth it!!! It’s my understanding...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
SHUGAH JAMISON
SHUGAH JAMISON -Local Guide
4 months ago
My fries and tea was great however when the chicken tastes sour and have blood when you break it open, $19 and some change for combo is disappointing due the chicken was my reason for going there. That's not cool to serve bad food and...Read More
Food: 1/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
JudyScott 9
JudyScott 9
6 months ago
I was surprised when we walked in at lunchtime and I saw only 1 cash register. The food is still as delicious as ever, but the slow service was surprising. I got chicken basket, delicious. My husband ordered grill chicken sandwich, which took a long...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 3/5Atmosphere: 3/5
Elaine B
Elaine B -Local Guide
8 months ago
I went to Duck In for lunch on Friday for lunch. When I got to the counter I asked the young lady did they have any specials with just the wings without the fries. I’m cutting back on my starch so I only to purchase...Read More
John Whetstone
John Whetstone -Local Guide
7 months ago
Went into the newly remodeled Duck-In the place looks nice but the price increases is ridiculous 14 dollars for 4 small wings is crazy,I know prices have gone up but it's not that bad. And then they have taken some of the most popular things...Read More
Service: 5/5
Rebekah Ellis
Rebekah Ellis
8 months ago
Why take one or the best chicken places in the city and ruin it? The food used to be so good before the menu change, and fast. And I wouldn't even mind the price increase if the food measured up. But now...Read More
Food: 1/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 3/5
Dom Lynch
Dom Lynch
11 months ago
After reading so many positive reviews about Drake’s I was really excited to have the opportunity to try it. However, unfortunately my experience was not nearly as positive as others. I got an ok amount of food for the price but it didn’t get much...Read More
Food: 1/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 1/5
Doug Onley
Doug Onley -Local Guide
6 months ago
Been going ever since I was a child at all the different locations on main St , loved there chicken,But with the remodel and new folks, it's not the same , food was ok but nothing to wright home about , stood at the counter...Read More
Food: 3/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 1/5
rmy8269 Coleman
rmy8269 Coleman -Local Guide
7 months ago
Newly renovated Drake's duck in,,, look fancy every thing. The food taste the same. My favorite breakfast wing basket.Parking: In the morning is not a problem, lunchtime sorry it's very difficult to find.
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Frank Strait
Frank Strait
2 years ago
Great, reasonably priced, fried chicken. The cole slaw and french fries sides were also quite good and well-seasoned. 3-piece chicken basket and drink was about $10 and it filled me up nicely.They sell desserts from a local bakery, but on my visit they were out...Read More
CAIN
CAIN -Local Guide
a year ago
Customer service was not on point on my visit. There were two representatives up front. The female rep was slow and leaning on the counter not presenting herself as someone willing to assist customers. The male rep was busy trying to handle the online orders...Read More
khey tee
khey tee -Local Guide
a year ago
It's a simple restaurant with a simple menu. There are no white linen tablecloths or a menu on each table for a server to come and take your order. You walk in, place your order, give a name, and take a seat or...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 1/5
McDowell Epps
McDowell Epps
2 years ago
Service was horrible!!! When I walked in I was told it would be a few minutes. After 10 minutes I was told it would be about 10 more minutes. 45 minutes after I walked in I got my order. It was just a 3 pc...Read More
Dannie Smith
Dannie Smith
2 years ago
I wanted to love this place so much. I had heard great things, and I always support local businesses, especially those with a long history in the community. However, today’s lunch was a disaster. First the kitchen runs out of dark meat, so my wife...Read More
Devin Coleman
Devin Coleman
6 years ago
I just ate from here a few days ago, and I must say that I am thoroughly impressed! I ordered the chicken fingers combo with fries and a drink, and they were some of the best tenders I've had in a while. The chicken was...Read More

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