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Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine, St. Augustine, FL

Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine

4.7
4.7
14807 Reviews
$30 and under
Spanish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 185 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Family-owned and operated for more than 116 years, Columbia has earned acclaim for its old-world charm and award-winning Spanish/Cuban cuisine.

Casual attire is fine, but we don’t allow sleeveless shirts on men in the dining room.

Join us for century-old family recipes like Paella "a la Valenciana," Roast Pork "a la Cubana," and fresh seafood specialties.

Don’t miss Columbia’s Original “1905” Salad®, prepared tableside with our delicious, freshly-made dressing, a 100-year-old family recipe of fresh garlic, oregano, wine vinegar and Spanish extra virgin olive oil.

Be sure to sample a fine Spanish wine like Montecillo or Campillo. Relax in our courtyard or Mediterranean-style dining rooms, filled with hundreds of hand-painted tiles and Spanish-style fountains.

We are a sister to the Columbia in Tampa's Ybor City, founded in 1905. Children's menu available. Open 365-days a year, including all holidays.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Cuban
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00–16:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (904) 824-3341
  • Website
    http://www.columbiarestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    From groups of 10-70 we offer an outdoor courtyard and indoor private dining areas to host your birthday or anniversary party, office party, rehearsal dinner, celebration of life or wedding reception.
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Event Coordinator: (904) 824-3341
  • Location
    98 St. George Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084
  • Area
    St. Augustine
  • Parking details
    Free Parking while dining at The Columbia in the parking lot on Spanish Street adjacent to the restaurant.
  • Entertainment
    Founded in 1565, St. Augustine is the nation's oldest city, and home to the Columbia Restaurant of St. Augustine, located in the heart of the historic district on St. George Street, surrounded by shops and attractions. The Columbia is located within walking distance of several historic landmarks including Castillo de San Marcos National Monument (the oldest masonry fort in the United States), the Spanish Quarter, Flagler College, and Casa Monica. There are many museums to see, including the Museum of Weapons and Early American History and the Old Florida Museum.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 14,807 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Jacksonville / Northeast Florida

    Most Booked

  • St. Augustine

    Great for brunch

  • St. Augustine

    Good for groups

  • St. Augustine

    Healthy

  • St. Augustine

    Lively

  • St. Augustine

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Columbia Restaurant in St. Augustine offers an authentic Cuban dining experience with standout dishes like the "famous 1905 salad" and "delicious tapas." Guests rave about the "beautiful setting" and "excellent service," making it a top choice for special occasions. While some visits report slow service, the overall experience remains memorable.

14,807 Reviews

  1. Adam

    Miami

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Granted we dined on Thanksgiving Day but we eat there every year on Thanksgiving and it has never been this bad. We were seated almost 40 minutes late and then we sat for 45 minutes waiting for our food. Meanwhile there were empty tables all over the place. My wife and I were celebrating our anniversary and the hostess acknowledged this and said they had something special for us. We of course appreciated this and thought that would make up for the delays. The waiter greeted us with happy anniversary as well, so clearly communication was good. Halfway thru our meal, the waiter introduced us to our new waiter and said they were switching. Our new waiter must not have been told because nothing special was done for us as promised and even worse we didn’t see much of him at all during our meal. So overall the service was a bit of a downer which is sad because we love this restaurant and the food is always great. I will chalk this up to them having a bad night.

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  2. Missy

    Tampa

    13 reviews

    2.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    They were over booked for Thanksgiving. We waited and hour passed our reservation. The Thanksgiving food was not good. The menu food was good as usual. Very disappointed

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  3. Duane

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very dry, the service was ok, but I don’t believe it was completely the waitresses fault. Very disappointed as this was our first time there and came highly recommended.

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  4. Clarence

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Impressive Thanksgiving meal and excellent service made for a wonderful meal. Noise was energetic as it was Thanksgiving and it was very, very busy. We’d come back even with all of the activity as the staff was well prepared.

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  5. Kim

    Jacksonville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a beautiful Thanksgiving dinner at the Columbia. Our waitress was excellent, even though she was very busy she made sure to check on us frequently and attend to all of our needs. I don’t remember her name but it was her birthday on Thanksgiving. The restaurant was decorated beautifully as always at this time of the year. We had a great table in the enclosed patio. It was pretty noisy but that is expected with all the large groups and just adds to the holiday atmosphere! We come here often as we live here and are never disappointed!

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  6. Lu

    Atlanta Metro

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful! A bit crowded but everything was on point!

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  7. Kelly

    Coastal Georgia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was absolutely fantastic… attentive and kind. We had an amazing lunch for Thanksgiving. Thank you so much, we will definitely return

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  8. Dennis

    Chicago

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thanksgiving is a crazy busy day at Columbia but everything was great. Marvin our waiter handled things with ease, food was delicious and we had a wonderful time.

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  9. Tim

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of the most outstanding restaurants in St Augustine. Their 1905 salad is epic. Please add a side to your main entrée. A nice place to sit down and enjoy some delicious food.

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  10. Delana

    Jacksonville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had reservations for Thanksgiving day and arrived early. We were immediately seated and offered drinks. We ordered from the menu rather than the turkey dinner. We are locals and eat here often. Our server was quick, personable and accommodating. Anything we requested was immediately delivered. Food was outstanding, service was awesome and ambience is wonderful. Thank you Columbia & Staff !

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FAQs

Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (904) 824-3341.

Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine is rated 4.7 stars by 14807 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 185 times today

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Google Map for Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine

98 St. George Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    St. Augustine
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00–16:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Cuban
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free Parking while dining at The Columbia in the parking lot on Spanish Street adjacent to the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Founded in 1565, St. Augustine is the nation's oldest city, and home to the Columbia Restaurant of St. Augustine, located in the heart of the historic district on St. George Street, surrounded by shops and attractions. The Columbia is located within walking distance of several historic landmarks including Castillo de San Marcos National Monument (the oldest masonry fort in the United States), the Spanish Quarter, Flagler College, and Casa Monica. There are many museums to see, including the Museum of Weapons and Early American History and the Old Florida Museum.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.columbiarestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (904) 824-3341
  • Private party facilities
    From groups of 10-70 we offer an outdoor courtyard and indoor private dining areas to host your birthday or anniversary party, office party, rehearsal dinner, celebration of life or wedding reception.
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Event Coordinator: (904) 824-3341
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