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

Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine

4.6
4.6
15449 Reviews
$30 and under
Spanish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 199 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 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 15,449 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 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 in St. Augustine offers "delicious and authentic Spanish/Cuban cuisine" in a historic and charming setting. Regulars praise the "1905 Salad" and "sangria," describing the experience as consistently top-notch. While service sometimes varies, the overall atmosphere and "beautiful decor" make it a "must" for both tourists and locals.
15,450 Reviews

  1. Laurie

    Jacksonville1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great but our service was poor. Took forever for anyone to come to our table and the waitress was extremely slow. Others brought our drinks and food. Other tables were having same issues with our server.

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  2. Belinda

    Tallahassee1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brandon was fabulous. Attentive and watched the smallest of details. The food was fabulous and I highly recommend the pecillo peppers.

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  3. Ivo VIP

    Orlando1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The grouper dish was COLD. Returned it and it appears it was microwaved.It was rubbery. The Sangria was very good and so was the shrimp ajillo.

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  4. Karriey

    Milwaukee1 review

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Came here on the last night of my honeymoon. We waited over an hour. Then we were told our table is ready. We walked over to our table to find it was already occupied and we would have to wait longer. At this time we left as we could see MULTIPLE people had the same experience happening to them. It was very disappointing and honestly kinda ruined the night for us:(
    Columbia Restaurant - St. AugustineResponded 1 day ago
    Wow. We completely failed, Karriey. Please DM your contact information. We'd like our corporate chief of operations to speak with you. Nothing you described was anywhere close to our pinnacle of excellence.

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  5. Don

    Tallahassee3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food & table service excellent. Making reservations means nothing. Waited one hour to be seated.

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  6. Kimberley VIP

    West Palm Beach16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All four in our party were celebrating a birthday and they thoughtfully brought little individual flan desserts with a candle in them for each of us and…they sang Happy Birthday in Spanish. This was so appreciated!!

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  7. Brad

    Jacksonville7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We dine here often and it’s always excellent all around. It’s especially fun with a group at a large table near the fountain.
    Columbia Restaurant - St. AugustineResponded 1 day ago
    We're honored by your repeat business, Brad. There's no higher compliment for a restaurant!

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  8. Charles VIP

    West Palm Beach23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve been enjoying this restaurant every time we get to Saint Augustine. It never disappoints. Five stars.
    Columbia Restaurant - St. AugustineResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful rating, Charles!\ We look forward to your next visit to Columbia in St. Augustine. Thanks for your continued patronage.

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  9. Daniel

    Miami2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambiance was great. When we walked in we were greeted immediately and seated at a table. We started with the sangria which was wonderful. Our server made it at table and taught us history behind Columbias. We had the 1905 salad, chicken croquettes, and steak sandwiches. The food was amazing and we didn’t have to wait long. Our server Michael is who made the experience special. He was so good at his job and fast to check on us. He must really love his job. Thank you Columbia’s and Michael for a wonderful experience.
    Columbia Restaurant - St. AugustineResponded 2 days ago
    Wow, what a review! Thank you for your wonderful rating and your generous compliments! Michael is an expert at managing a table. We look forward to your next visit to Columbia in St. Augustine!

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  10. Jose VIP

    E. Tennessee7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Had to wait a little longer than expected, but at the end it was worth it.
    Columbia Restaurant - St. AugustineResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your patience, Jose. We're grateful 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 15449 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 199 times today
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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