Columbia Restaurant - SandKey

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1. MR

   MRDRV

   Tampa

   64 reviews

   5.0

   64 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great food and service. Highly recommended. Will return.
   

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2. MM

   MelanieM

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall2food3service1ambience5

   Our waiter Armando completely ignored us. We were without drinks and had empty water when our food arrived. He never checked if our food was good - mine was very salty. When he came to pick up the plates, I asked for a take out box..the waiter at the table beside us put their food into a container...Armando handed me a bag and box....not sure if we were in second class? Very disappointed. We had our 16 year old son with us to experience a great Tampa restaurant and we live within 2 miles. Locals...
   

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3. CS

   CarynS

   Tampa

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Margarita & scallop appetizer were delicious at the bar while we waited for our table! Outside upper deck had great dining views!! We will definitely be back!!
   

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Tampa

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   Food and service was great. Bathroom was disgusting. We told the manager about it and it was better afterwards.
   

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5. CH

   ClintH

   Tampa

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We have been coming to the Columbia for years and everytime we leave we remember why we keep coming back
   

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6. GV

   GailV

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   My Mom and Dad had their first date there 71 years ago and Columbia remains a family favorite! It is always perfect!
   

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7. MK

   MikiK

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   One of the best restaurants we’ve been to! Had dinner there twice while on vacation. Food was AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
   

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Our waiter was outstanding. The meal was delicious, and if you’ve never experienced the 1905 salad it’s a must. The whole experience was delightful!
   

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   Carriagepushingmomma

   Cleveland

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   This was a pleasant surprise while on vacation to visit our family. The Sand Key location is adjacent to the Marriott hotel by sidewalk so it’s quite convenient for dinner. Our family advised us that this is a local chain with family ties. We love seafood and the Spanish flair was a welcome addition. This particular location is huge and can take a large family. There were 6 people in our party and they had room for a 7 top or more. We’ll definitely return when in the area for a special family dinner.
   

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10. CY

    CY1512

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall2food2service2ambience4

    I found the food to be mediocre at best with bland flavor. I had arroz con pollo and the chicken was flavorless and the rice mushy. We had sangria as well and I was not impressed with that either. To be such a highly regarded restaurant I was completely underwhelmed. And the waiter, Jorge, who was training a young man, was rude at times but luckily for us (and him $) he loosened up. I wouldn’t use him to train someone on how to treat guests. And this was our second time at Columbia - our first was at the original in Ybor. I’d skip it if I were you. They are living off their past reputation and are no where near where I think they should be. My two cents.
    

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11. DS

    DonnaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food always excellent. Prices have gone up though since pandemic.
    

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    KimS

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Make a reservation! Get the 1905 salad and the red sangria. You’re welcome!
    

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    mvhjax

    Jacksonville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Columbia never dissapoints. Friendly and delicious.
    

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    FrankG

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Our visits to the Columbia on Sand Key are usually for lunch. This was a mid-week dinner reservation to celebrate our anniversary. Maybe the time of year, maybe the time of day, but there were quite a few kids on the patio when we arrived, and they tended to be wanderers. No worry. By the time our food arrived they had cleared out, and we enjoyed an exceptional meal. Great service!
    

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    Ferdinand

    New York Area

    26 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food3service4ambience4

    The experience was pleasing and service was good however food was salty it is a chain restaurant so do not keep your expectations high
    

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16. HC

    HappyCustomer

    St. Louis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great spot for 25th anniversary dinner. Looking forward to next time
    

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    DavidinNewTampa

    Tampa

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food is amazing, bread, appetizers and entrees were all delicious!
    

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    DeborahL

    Western NC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food is always delicious and the service excellent. It is a bit noisy, but we were offering our fair share of noise too.
    

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19. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall4food5service1ambience5

    Excellent food. Unfortunately our service was not good. But it was just our server. Everyone else around us seemed to be getting great service.
    

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20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    China

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent food with a great view, highly recommended.
    

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    Nonahood

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    We recently dined at the Columbia on Memorial Day afternoon and it was fabulous. Food was outstanding and we really enjoyed dining outside on the patio. Our server wasn't very friendly, but the food made up for his lackluster attitude!
    

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4

    Most hostesses were nice, but one blonde girl hostess was very snotty. Server was nice. Food was great. First time we sat inside. Usually we sit outside, so it was a nice change.
    

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    TerryLynS

    Cincinnati

    67 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5

    Our meals were very good. Our server was meh - just going through the motions & no personality or interaction. We come to this location about 5x/year & usually have great service but today not so much. On a side note - we love the outside seating - just need the fans on high when it’s mid 80s.
    

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24. LC

    LisaC

    Tampa

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    As we do every year, we took my mom to Columbia for her birthday this year. This is her all time, hands-down, favorite restaurant. We like to sit outside and look at the water, which is such a perfect view. The service was wonderful as always. Our server, Karlyn, was great. Our food was delicious as always. We will definitely be back!
    

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25. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Western KY

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We eat here every time we come to Florida and our dinner and service was the best. I think our server was Tawnya and she was very attentive. The filet was phenomenal!
    

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    BridgetS

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    We had a lovely early evening meal on the deck. Our waitress was wonderful and the food was divine right down to the key lime pie. If you are a lover of seafood then I highly recommend trying Columbia in Sand Key!
    

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    Hl19604

    Orlando

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience5

    Location location location ......beautiful view but the food was just okay.
    

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28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Best dinner in Sand Key. A true gem that was a delight for our family.
    

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29. LV

    LorettaV

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5

    I had requested waterside seating and did not get this experience. I would like to have been informed this was not possible with my party size upon making my reservation as everyone was expecting a waterside seat. This was a huge disappointment! Please communicate any requests that are not able to be fulfilled.
    

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30. M

    Mocko

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    delicious food, excellent service, wonderful ambiance!
    

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    Jeff

    Indiana

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Columbia is a great dinner with amazing food you will not find elsewhere with great service
    

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32. TM

    TerriM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Good food. Good Service. Had a good time. Would definitely recommend.
    

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    tonyaG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    One of our favorite restaurants. Food and atmosphere is sooo good. We had the perfect weather to sit outside which is a real treat before it gets too warm. The warm homemade bread and tomato salad is to die for.
    

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34. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    5 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    Arrived 5 min before reservation. Waited 35 min. Then they showed us to a table outside in front of the bar with all the people waiting for tables. The customer service at this facility is absolutely terrible. They do not care about their customer base.
    

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35. PH

    PatH

    Tampa

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Such a great restaurant. We and our guests were very happy with the food, the service, and the friendly staff. Our favorite restaurant when we have friends and family visiting. Thank you!
    

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36. J

    Janh714

    New England

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience4

    Food was excellent. Sat on porch but storm came through so couldn’t appreciate view Server was rude and rushed us from start to finish. Didn’t clear plates from table before proving check
    

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37. MP

    MissP

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Love, as always, the scallop appetizer and the tomato salad. Two of my favorites. On our last visit, Robert our server, was simply the BEST! Great energy and fabulous service. Can’t wait to come back!
    

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38. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fresh fish, awesome Cuban salad, beautiful views, friendly service!
    

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39. J

    Johnm

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience3

    Food was ok. Service, unfriendly. Restaurant was nice. I would not go back again.
    

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    JamiL

    St. Louis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Loved the tapas sampler appetizer. The scallops, croquettes, and crab cakes were perfectly cooked with great flavor. The crab cakes had an impressive amount of crab. The Cuban bread was so good and puts you in carb heaven. We also loved the signature salad. I was skeptical about the dressing, but it was actually really good. All of the ingredients combined added up to a really great salad. Our entrees were good, but honestly I thought the tapas, salad, and bread were the highlights. My husband also said the blueberry tea was the best he's had, especially adding honey to it. We also had great service.
    

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