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

Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine

4.6
4.6
15394 Reviews
$30 and under
Spanish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 241 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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 36-65 we offer an indoor private dining area 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 15,394 people are saying

Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Jacksonville / Northeast Florida

    Most Booked

  • St. Augustine

    Good for groups

  • St. Augustine

    Hot spot

  • St. Augustine

    Good for special occasions

  • St. Augustine

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine offers a vibrant dining experience with "excellent food" and "fantastic service." Highlights include the "1905 Salad," "sparkling sangria," and diverse menu options. Despite occasional slow service, the "beautiful atmosphere" and "friendly staff" ensure a memorable visit. Ideal for special occasions and a taste of authentic Spanish cuisine.

15,395 Reviews

  1. Christina

    Atlanta7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Larry was friendly and helpfu , and the food was definitely worth the visit !

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  2. Leslie

    Jacksonville1 review

    2.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Took 20 mins to get situated and to a table even though we had reservations. The silverware was dirty and it was obvious. Food was your typical experience, nothing special.

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  3. Eric VIP

    Orlando4 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Bad check in. Had reservations and waited over half an hour past checking in to be seated. Dinning room way too bright and over lit. 1905 salad is an overrated Cobb salad meets Olive Garden. My Ropa Vieja had almost zero meat in it and was a soupy tomato and onion mess. My wife’s chicken mangengo was good, but that was it. For the prices, even knowing it is a tourist trap were not worth the experience and food.

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  4. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Jacksonville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best bread pudding in Saint Augustine! It really is!

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  5. Chris

    Orlando1 review

    1.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Unpleasant atmosphere and terrible service. Our food was decent, the sangria is just ok, and I've had better bread pudding. First time here and not sure what the hype is all about. Wife and I came for our ten year anniversary and regret it. Staff was scrambling with a lack of coordination, dropping silverware each time they cleared a table, and leaving dirty dishes everywhere. Trays of dirty dishes were left sitting around the restaurant. Wait staff kept squeezing behind my chair, bumping into me. Our table seemed like it was in the middle of a walkway. Took a long time to start getting service and once we did, it felt sloppy. The attitude of the waiter made us feel like a side thought. Our dinner cane out in less than 10 minutes of ordering but our salad never came. Took quite a long time to flag down the waiter about the issue. The waiter seemed flustered and very disorganized. Its hard to explain how uncomfortable he made is feel. Not rude just maybe never had done this job before and didnt know how to treat people Then It took so long to get our bill and cash out. This topped our list for worst service at a restaurant.

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  6. Laura

    Orlando3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and amazing service! Elevated Hispanic cuisine...🙂

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  7. Jennifer

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always love a visit here. The food is excellent and the mojitos are top notch.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Jacksonville1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sat down almost immediately and lunch was amazing as always

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  9. Hall VIP

    Charleston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fabulous meal, great service, food and fun!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service! We sat on the upstairs balcony and are server was very attentive and very knowledgeable about the menu.

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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 4.6 stars by 15394 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 241 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 36-65 we offer an indoor private dining area 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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