Booches, Restaurant and billiards hall in downtown Columbia, United States
Booches is a restaurant with pool tables located on South 9th Street in downtown Columbia. The establishment features several game tables and serves food in a casual, relaxed setting.
The spot was founded in 1884 and moved several times within downtown before settling at its current location in 1928. This long history makes it one of the area's oldest establishments of its kind.
The spot has deep connections to the local writing community that thrived here, especially during the 1970s. The owners at that time actively supported emerging poets and local authors through a self-published literary journal.
The menu focuses on hamburgers served without plates or utensils, fitting with the informal nature of the space. This simple approach makes eating and playing games easy and convenient.
The hamburgers were ranked among America's top ten in 2000, highlighting the quality despite minimal preparation. The establishment received additional recognition for this signature dish five years later.
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