Hop with Pop is a progressive dining experience that takes you on a culinary tour of downtown Columbia aboard The COMET’s Soda Cap Connector. Guests will visit four local restaurants, enjoying a curated tasting menu paired with cocktails at each stop. This unique evening highlights the best of Columbia’s food scene while promoting fun, safe, and reliable public transit.

October 28, 2025 or October 29, 205 at 6:15 PM

South Carolina State Museum - 301 Gervais Street Columbia, South Carolina 29201 United States

From October 28-29, guests will travel together by bus to four restaurants along the Soda Cap Connector route, enjoying a specially curated tasting menu paired with cocktails at each stop. From appetizers to dessert, each course highlights the very best of Columbia’s dining scene.

Check-In:

Location: South Carolina State Museum parking lot
Check-In: 6:15 PM – guests receive wristbands, lanyards, and event program
Bus Departure: 6:30 PM sharp

Schedule:

6:40 – 7:10 PM: Steel Hands Brewing Vista – Small bite + cocktail pairing
7:25 – 7:55 PM: Ruth’s Chris Steak House – Appetizer + cocktail pairing
8:10 – 8:55 PM: Hanabi Hibachi & Sushi – Entrée + sake pairing
9:00 – 9:30 PM: The Robinson Room – Dessert + dessert cocktail pairing
9:45 PM: Return to the State Museum

Tickets:

$120 per person
Includes transportation, four-course tasting menu, cocktail pairings, and gratuity

FAQs:

Where do I park?

Guests should park at the South Carolina State Museum. Parking is free for event attendees.

What time should I arrive?

Please arrive by 6:15 PM for check-in. The bus departs promptly at 6:30 PM and cannot wait for late arrivals.

Can I join late?

No. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated once the bus departs.

What is included in my ticket?

Your ticket covers transportation on the Soda Cap Connector, a four-course tasting menu (small bite, appetizer, entrée, dessert), cocktail/beverage pairings, and gratuity.

Are dietary restrictions accommodated?

Restaurants will make reasonable accommodations when possible. Please note any dietary needs when registering.

Is there an age requirement?

Yes. This is a 21+ event.

How long does the event last?

The full experience runs from approximately 6:30 PM – 9:45 PM.

Will tickets be available at the door?

No. This is a ticketed, pre-registered event only.

Is tipping included?

Yes, gratuity is included in the ticket price.

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