Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine

Name: Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine
Address: 98 St. George Street, St. Augustine, FL, United States, 32084
Telephone: (904) 824-3341
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

15129 Reviews

$30 and under

Spanish

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2 people

10 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 225 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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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

What 15,129 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Most Booked
St. Augustine
Best Overall
St. Augustine
Best Value
St. Augustine
Great for brunch
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 in St. Augustine offers a "delightful ambiance" and "fantastic food," making it a must-visit spot. Guests rave about the "outstanding 1905 salad" and "delicious sangria." Although it can get busy, service is generally attentive. A historic setting enhances the experience, providing a memorable dining outing.

15,129 Reviews

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laura
Phoenix
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great. The food was delicious, and our server was spectacular!
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Lorna
Jacksonville
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dinner with family! Server was very attentive
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Karen
Cleveland
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were seated in the Salon and it was a little loud - very busy night. Alexis took care of us and was wonderful - the food was fabulous too! Always a favorite place to visit when we are in St Augustine
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Marjan
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly service with a smile. We were seated right away. Food is always on point. When my spouse and I come to St Augustine, we always come to your restaurant.
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mike
Orlando
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Made this reservation in late November for 5pm, January 9th. The restaurant was not at all busy. We were put at a table that could not have been closer to the very noisy kitchen exit in the bar area. I would think this table was be the one that you would seat a late arrival who didn't make a reservation 40 days prior. We ordered an appetizer, a small 1905 salad and 2 entrees. The salad and app came out together which was not right. And before we were halfway through those courses, which should have been brought separately, with the app coming first and then the salads, they brought our entrees long before we were finished with the 1st and 2nd courses. By the time we finished our appetizer and salads the entre was cold. And I'm not sending my food back so "they can make it right". We asked to buy a loaf of their bread to take hone but never it saw after asking twice. I could see if they were busy and they needed to clear us out but this was not the case. Horribly noisy table and feeling like the food was being shoved down our throats was not something I expected. I've been coming to the Columbia for well over 20 years and this was not how I remembered it to be.
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John
New York City
36 reviews
5.0
36 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was Alexia. Food was excellent, large portions. Relaxed atmosphere and not rushed
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Lynne Belmont
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was fabulous. The server was ver pleasant. She answered our questions politely & was very very busy but still was attentive to us. I believe her name was Gina. She’s a hard worker.
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carol
Orlando
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Salad 1905 was excellent. Arroz con pollo rice was excellent but the chicken was not flavored. Eating the chicken with the rice was very good. The bread was a disappointment.
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Desiree
Anchorage
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience. Food was excellent! Server was great and the restaurant was beautiful. Would eat at again!
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Oscar
Jacksonville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Flavorful dishes, attentive service, and the restaurant's charming atmosphere. The restaurant is often quite busy, leading to longer wait times. My advise: make a reservation, no matter the day of the week or the time for your visit.
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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 15129 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

10 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 225 times today

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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

Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine

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Private dining

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