Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine

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   OpenTable Diner

   Naples

   3 reviews

   3.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall3food2service2ambience2

   Disappointed! I send a message via open table about special occasion and nobody mentioned or asked about it at the restaurant. 2. Music was outside on the speaker but indoor just the noise of the huge air blowers / portable AC units from both side of the table. 3. Service was horrible. Waited too long to order, brought wrong order on the table twice, wine on the menu that we ordered was red and brought white wine ( tasted horrible-nothing to hold onto the description in the menu). 4. Bean cake and crab cake appetizers burned 5. “Picadillo” was tasteless
   

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   DeborahU

   Coastal Georgia

   4 reviews

   3.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall3food5service5ambience3

   Half of our meal was spent having someone else's kids fighting each other. When I mentioned it to the manager, he stood by and watched while these two 10 year olds wrestled each other, bumping into our table and other table. Never mentioned anything about the kids to the oblivious parents, who were chatting and finishing their drinks. After they left, we were finally able to enjoy our meal.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great meal and wonderful service! Thank you for helping us celebrate our anniversary!
   

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   Conner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service4ambience5

   Columbia is always a good time, fan of their original location in Ybor City, this is my first time visiting this location, I couldn’t ask for a better experience. Great ambiance, fantastic food and the best mojito you’ll ever have (pitcher is a must have for the table). You’ll love the experience of a family owned restaurant, they haven’t lost their way one bit.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Miami

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   The food was absolutely amazing - one of the best meals we’ve had in a long time! And our waitress Baylee was fantastic! A definite “must” when visiting Saint Augustine-it will become a new tradition any time we are visiting the area!
   

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   CathyB

   Alabama

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food4service5ambience5

   Our waiter, Spenser, was so good. We had a great time and enjoyed the food.
   

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   Dianekel

   New York Area

   27 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   27 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We went on a recommendation from a friend and were VERY pleased. Don't normally go to spanish restaurants but Columbia changed my mind and taste buds for good. Delicious cuisine, attentive friendly courteous staff (Jessica) beautifully decorated - can't say enough. We'll be back and try other locations as well!
   

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   EJW1

   Atlanta Metro

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   This was our first visit to St Augustine, and I asked for recommendations from friends for where to eat. Your restaurant came highly recommended and we were not disappointed. We were able to book our reservation on line, and we arrived a little early. We waited just a few minutes and were promptly seated. The restaurant is beautiful, and the food and service were superb. Carlos was our waiter, and he was very gracious and attentive.
   

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   Nickkoby

   New York Area

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Food,service and ambiance impeccable! Totally recommend to dine at this establishment! Treated like family!
   

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    GarryH

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food. Virginia was a friendly and kind server.
    

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    KathyM

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The ambiance was fantastic. The food was exceptional, and the service was delightful. The food had an eloquence of a tart, vinegar esque taste, that made it splendid.
    

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    JamesW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food. Really great food. We have tried a lot on their menu and we have yet to be disappointed.
    

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    Rugbydiver

    New Orleans

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our party of four had a great dinner. We got the tapas trio as a starter. We chose the garlic shrimp, scallops and chicken croquettes. The scallops casimiro were by far everyone’s favorite. We all had the Spanish bean soup which was rich and flavorful. The entrees we selected ranged from the cuban sampler platter, cannelloni de langosta and pollo manchego. Everything was delicious. The mojitos were well balanced and the Andalusian Fresa Gimlet was interesting take on the gimlet and bursting with strawberry flavor. Our server Brittany was very attentive. We have dined at several locations and the food and service is always consistent. Everyone had a great evening.
    

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    BrendaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful experience, great food and service! Perfect anniversary place ❤
    

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    Sbondo

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall2food4service3ambience2

    The noise was unbearable!! While the food & wine were good, the kitchen & back room were very slow in sending them to our table.
    

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    BrianS

    Jacksonville

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    This is always a good place to go, had the mahi sandwich, it was really good, the bread is fantastic
    

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    SusanH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We have always loved the Columbia and it didn’t disappoint us this time. Excellent.
    

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    KAYD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Beautiful old restaurant. Had reservations but had to ask for change of rooms as didn't want to sit among all the young children scattered about. This didn't seem to be an issue. Service was very good until the end when we couldn't get our ticket and then couldn't get our ticket with credit card picked up.
    

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    Lynne

    Jacksonville

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience5

    Our silverware was dirty, had food on it, had to ask for clean silverware. One napkin had lipstick on it. There were crumbs on our chairs, a son on the floor and the floor looked dirty. Refill on our drinks was slow. The food was excellent though, as always.
    

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    ThereseC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    So happy I ended up choosing this place. The food was amazing and the service was top notch.
    

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    RafaelO

    Miami

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great place to celebrate . Special Thanks to waiter Kristina! Rafael oliva ® Miami New Realty
    

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    MarshaZ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fantastic food and our service was wonderful. Party of 9 and our young waiter got the orders correct and everyone was served at the same time.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Service was great! Food was great! Host staff could have been a little friendlier. All and all we enjoyed it!
    

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    DianeO

    Atlantic City

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Food was delicious and the service was friendly. This is our second time at a Columbia Restaurant and looking forward to the next time.
    

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    NancyD

    Jacksonville

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had the best waiter…. Sean ! He was very helpful (telling us the lunch specials and ) getting the White Sangria right away ! 🍷🍷🍷 My friend had the mahi special, another friend had the Cuban sandwich ( very big & delicious) and I had their famous salad !!!! All was yummy 😋
    

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    2fordinner

    Kansas City

    31 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    The food is always fabulous. The pork dishes are a favorite of mine The service was great. We had reservations but it was still a longer than expected wait.
    

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    AnetteM

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We really enjoyed our meal! We highly recommend the Columbia for its food and service!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Love the Colombia! Must have the Mojito pitcher prepared tableside!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent meal! The 1905 salad is a must-have! Kristina was a fantastic server, and we enjoyed every course!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    14 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2

    Food was subpar, but the pricing reflects that Service was very slow and the server made everything awkward
    

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    TabithaD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing food and service! It’s a “Must dine” if in St Augustine!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    All the food was delicious and except for us asking for more bread and butter. We loved our meals and everyone packed what they wanted and everything was fresh and that is a traditional place for us to go every time we want to go into St. George Street in St. Augustine!
    

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    EllenF

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Always a great choice for lunch, even though we have to drive an hour to get there. You can count on the Cuban sandwich and 1905 salad every time.
    

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    JohnN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A difficult night for the wait staff well handled! As we were waiting for our table a group of about 40-50 people arrived for a rehearsal dinner. obviously the restaurant should be prepared for an event like this, but even so it's a huge strain on the waitstaff as well as the cook team. Our service was friendly, knowledgeable and pleasant (Thanks, Ginny!) My wife and I ate our leftovers for dinner the next day and I even got a complimentary piece of flan for my birthday. Not a cheap night out (we both had appetizers and my wife had a top shelf alcoholic beverage), but well worth it as an evening to treat ourselves. Columbia hit a home run that night!
    

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    LaurieP

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3

    It was loud Our table was situated near the entrance , so not the quiet family dinner we anticipated Service was quick. Server was pleasant , but not the dining experience we were seeking.
    

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    KimJ

    Jacksonville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I never have a bad time or meal at Columbia. A wonderful experience. Rebecca is an awesome server. I will be coming back soon!!!!
    

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    Nannie88

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It’s always a pleasure to dine at Columbia. We have eaten at several of their locations. Great atmosphere, excellent service and a wonderful menu. It is hard to choose my favorite entree, but be sure and try their 1905 salad. Prepared at table side.
    

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    Luv2eat

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3

    After reviewing the menu on line I was so excited to eat here-everything sounded so good! Unfortunately it was pretty disappointing. My entree was basically a piece of fried chicken breast with about a tablespoon on sauce on the top. Dry with really not much flavor. Our party of 5 all had different entrees and everyone agreed that they were all pretty unexciting. With all the dining options in St Augustine there are certainly better places to eat for the price.
    

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    PaulF

    Scot. Islands

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Excellent food as always here! Our 3rd visit to this Restaurant. I had Fillet Mignon which was superb! Overall i think the service has gone down overall, while the expected tip has gone in the other direction! It won’t stop us visiting again-but maybe i’ll work the servers for their tip next time?
    

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    StevenS

    Jacksonville

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    The food is always good as is the service. Definitely a place to visit while in St. Augustine.
    

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