Here we go gang. This is my version of the revised Guide to Columbia. Since the idea of revising it has been kicked around on various threads, I figured I would take this snowy Monday to put everything else off and give it a go.

Some of these opinions are mine or shared from my friends, but I did try to stay in line with the picks from the previous guide. I also tried to be well rounded in the selections, since the main purpose of this guide is to help visitors to COMO. I also updated broken or outdated links when possible. I hope you all find it helpful and informative.

This information can be copied, edited, etc:

FOOD:

Best Burger: Popular Pick: Booche's; Other Suggestions: Flat Branch, Shiloh

Best Pizza: Popular Pick: Shakespeare's; Other Suggestions: G&D Pizza, Kostaki's Pizzeria

Best Mexican Food: Popular Pick: El Rancho; Other Suggestions: Tequila Mexican Restaurant, Taqueria El Rodeo

Best Italian Food: Popular Pick: Sophia's; Other Suggestions: Bambino's, Babbo's

Best BBQ: Popular Pick: Buckingham's; Other Suggestions: Smokin' Chicks

Best Wings: Popular Pick: CJ's; Other Suggestions: D. Rowe's, Truman's

Best Sandwiches: Popular Pick: Sub Shop Other Suggestions: Pickleman's

Best Breakfast: Popular Pick: Broadway Diner; Other Suggestions: Ernie's

Best Semi-Upscale Dining: Popular Pick: Addison's; Other Suggestions: CC's City Broiler, Bleu, Mackenzie's

Best Casual Dining: Popular Pick: Flat Branch; Other Suggestions: D. Rowe's

Best Dessert: Popular Pick: Tiger Stripe ice cream at Buck's; Other Suggestions: Andy's Frozen Custard, Upper Crust Bakery

Best Coffee: Popular Pick: Kaldi's

Best Late Night Food Stop: Popular Pick: Broadway Diner; Other Suggestions: El Rancho, Gumby's Pizza

"Can't Miss" Food Item in Columbia: Popular Pick: Booche's hamburgers; Other Suggestions: Flat Branch Texas Burger, Sub Shop Sausage and Kraut sandwich

BEVERAGE/NIGHTLIFE:

Best Drink Specials: Popular Pick: Bengal's; Other Suggestions: Shakespeare's, Shiloh, Truman's, Campus Bar & Grill

Best Drink Selection: Popular Pick: Flat Branch; Other Suggestions: Tropical Liqueurs

Best Bartender's: Popular Pick: Willie's/Field House; Other Suggestions: McNally's

Best Gameday Bar: Popular Pick: Harpo's; Other Suggestions: Shiloh, Campus Bar & Grill, Stadium Grill

Best Bar for "Scenery": Popular Pick: Quinton's/Tonic; Other Suggestions: Shiloh

Best Bar for Dancing: Popular Pick: Tonic; Other Suggestions: Whiskey Wild Saloon, 10 Below

TOURISM:

Best Thing to See on Campus: Popular Pick: The Columns on Francis Quadrangle; Other Suggestions: Museum of Anthropology, Campus Walking Tours

Best Thing to See off Campus: Popular Pick: The District; Other Suggestions: Rock Bridge State Park, Finger Lakes State Park

Best Day Trip: Popular Pick: Isle of Capri Casino, Other Suggestions: Les Bourgeois Vineyards, Osage Beach Premium Outlets, Missouri State Capitol

Best Movie Theater: Popular Pick: Hollywood - Stadium 14; Other Suggestions: Rag Tag Cinema, Forum 8

Best Golf Course: Popular Pick: Eagle Knoll GC; Other Suggestions: A.L. Gustin GC, Lake of the Woods

Best Free Parking Location: Popular Pick: 5 Free On-Campus Garages; Other Suggestions: Parking Along Stadium or Providence Roads

Best Tailgating Location: Popular Pick: Lot X; Other Suggestions: Future Site of Tiger Town?

HOTELS/ACCOMMODATIONS:

Best Hotel Close to Sports Complex: Popular Pick: Hampton Inn & Suites; Other Suggestions: Stoney Creek Inn, Courtyard by Marriott

Best "Cheap" Hotel: Popular Pick: Comfort Suites; Other Suggestions: Quality Inn

Best "Upscale" Hotel: Holiday Inn Executive Center; Other Suggestions: Hilton Garden Inn, Residence Inn

Camping/RV Options: Popular Pick: Cottonwoods RV Park; Other Suggestions: Finger Lakes State Park, RV/Bus Parking Lots near stadium