California Dreaming Menu
Welcome to California Dreaming, a culinary paradise located at 401 Main St, Columbia, SC. This vibrant eatery specializes in delicious chicken wings, American classics, and fresh seafood, making it a perfect dining destination for all ages.
Begin your experience with the iconic Cali Bowl, a vibrant mix of warm sushi rice topped with creamy avocado and spicy jalapenos, elevating the traditional bowl with unexpected flavors. For heartier options, indulge in the Miso Salmon or the Blackened Chicken Pasta, where rich sauces meld seamlessly with fresh ingredients.
The casual ambiance, coupled with outdoor seating and a full bar, offers the ideal setting for lunch, dinner, or group gatherings. With vegan and vegetarian options, alongside kid-friendly choices, every palate is accommodated. Let California Dreaming transport you to a culinary oasis—your taste buds will thank you!
Apps
She Crab Soup
A rich and creamy Charleston classic
Steamed Peel & Eat Shrimp
(9) Old Bay boil, served with cocktail sauce
Fried Crab Claws
Served with spicy cocktail sauce. Llimited availability
BBQ Chicken Nachos
Smoky BBQ sauce, red onions, house-made chips, cheese sauce
Seafood Nachos
Spicy shrimp, salmon, red onions, house-made chips, cheese sauce and lobster cream sauce with dill
Tijuana Chicken Wings
Marinated in hot pepper sauce, fried crispy, with bleu cheese dip
Our Famous Croissants (5)
Topped with honey-butter
Baked Potato Soup
Creamy soup, scallions, cheese, ham, bacon
Cali Bowl
Warm sushi rice, avocado, jalapenos, sesame seeds, mango, scallions, jicama slaw, pickled red onions, chipotle mayo. Choice of:
Chicken Tenders Platter
Fried chicken tenderloins, served with house-made honey BBQ sauce and french fries
Blackened Chicken Pasta
Alfredo, scallions, tomatoes, with romano cheese
BBQ Chicken
Double breast of chicken basted with BBQ sauce, with side item
Knob Hill Chicken
Topped with ham and monterey jack cheese, with side item
Entrees
Seafood Favorites
Miso Salmon
Miso glazed, sweet soy, with side
Shrimp San Francisco
Mushrooms, garlic cream, white wine, served over pasta, topped with romano cheese
Carolina Trout
Grilled with arugula and lemon
Shrimp
Oysters
Flounder
All Three
Served with french fries
Fried Seafood Platters
Salads
California Dreaming
Mixed greens, ham and turkey, cheddar and monterey jack cheeses, egg, tomatoes, almonds topped with warm ham and bacon, house dressing
Roasted Salmon or Chicken
Mixed greens, bacon, egg, avocado, tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette
Caesar
Crisp romaine, grated romano cheese, croutons
Chicken Club
Mixed greens, fried chicken strips, avocado, bacon, egg, tomatoes, house-made ranch dressing
Pork Chop
16oz. double bone, frenched chop, peach jalapeno jam
Marinated Sirloin
10oz. CAB sirloin marinated in fruit juices, garlic, soy sauce and spices
Steak Shrimp
Two 3oz. filet medallions, crispy fried shrimp
Ribeye
14oz. hand cut
Filet Mignon
8oz. barrel cut
Baby Back Ribs
Danish full-flavored ribs, grilled with a charred exterior, basted with BBQ sauce, with side item
Steaks, Chops Ribs
Tacos (3)
Chicken
Shredded lettuce, chipotle & cilantro mayo, pico de gallo, Monterey cheese
Steak
Cilantro cabbage slaw, chipotle mayo, pickled onions, queso fresco
Crispy Shrimp
Jicama slaw, chipotle mayo, tomatoes, pickled onions, scallions, queso fresco
Veggie
Roasted cauliflower, chipotle mayo, cilantro cabbage slaw, avocado, pickled onions, scallions
American Burger
Lettuce, tomato, red onions, pickles and Duke's mayo
Veggie Burger
Beyond Burger, sweet soy, Duke's mayo, monterey jack cheese, lettuce, pickle, tomato and red onions
Club
Thinly sliced turkey, ham, bacon, cheddar and monterey jack cheeses, lettuce, tomato and mayo on toasted sourdough
Spicy Chicken
Crispy fried chicken, american cheese, jicama slaw, pickles, chipotle mayo
Sandwiches
Sides
French Fries
Seasonal Veggie
Mashed Potatoes
Creamy Cole Slaw
Baked Potato
after 4pm
Chocolate Brownie
Apple Walnut Cobbler
Croissant Bread Pudding
Cheesecake
seasonal topping
