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

Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine

4.6 (15806)
$30 and under
Spanish
98 St. George Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 163 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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Cuban
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch and Dinner Daily Lunch: Monday – Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Dinner: Monday – Sunday 4:00 p.m. – 10 p.m.
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 15,806 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Jacksonville / Northeast Florida

    Most Booked

  • St. Augustine

    Best Food

  • St. Augustine

    Best Value

  • St. Augustine

    Good for groups

  • St. Augustine

    Hot spot

  • St. Augustine

    Lively

  • St. Augustine

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Columbia Restaurant in St. Augustine is renowned for its "amazing atmosphere" and "delicious food," consistently delivering a memorable dining experience. Guests praise the "exceptional service" and signature 1905 salad. While some reviews highlight occasional service delays, the overall experience remains "top-notch," making it a must-visit for both locals and visitors.
15,806 Reviews

  1. Lea Ann

    Northwest Florida1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You can NOT go wrong with Columbia. Food and service are consistently excellent. It's a must dine restaurant when in one of the cities with a Columbia location.

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  2. Debra VIP

    Chicago / Illinois9 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Waited over 20 minutes for water at the table. Finally got up and got our own from the bar. Entrees arrived before our appetizers. Had to reorder as server didn’t check with kitchen about an ingredient we had asked about and didn’t think to tell kitchen about e allergies which we had communicated to her. Supervisor tried to step in and help which as appreciated, but overall too little too late. We’ve been to this Columbia as well as the one in Orlando (much better by the way) a number if times any generally have a t time - just not this time.

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  3. Patrick

    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience was wonderful from the moment we came in starting with the host and their attention to detail concerning the note I had put on the reservation about my wife’s birthday… our server Clay was attentive, knowledgeable and personable…Manager stopped by with a birthday card, signed by staff for my wife… A+ !!!!!!

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  4. Jeannie

    Virginia9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Oscar was our waiter and he was very friendly and helpful!

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  5. Walt VIP

    New Orleans / Louisiana9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The presentation of mixing our Sangria drinks, mixing the gazpacho, and preparing our entrees in front of us was worth dining at the Columbia Restaurant. Our server did an excellent job explaining the history of the different recipes. We would suggest making reservation because this restaurant is very good and popular.

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  6. Raymond

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The round table where we were seated allowed conversation to occur (there were 7 of us). However, when the food started to come, the table soon became crowded. The plates were on top of each other.

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  7. Drew VIP

    Southwest Florida22 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Restaurant was fine food and service was good. The reason for the low rating is that 15 minutes after leaving the restaurant I got an additional charge on my credit card. I got the charge for my meal and for a couple items from the gift shop but nothing to explain this later charge. I called the restaurant immediately and the young lady went to get a manager who were all too busy to talk at that time but said they would call back soon. 24 hours and counting and no call. Not sure I want to do business with a company that does not take this seriously.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando / Central Florida East1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The 1905 was amazing as always as well as the Chicken Manchego. We tried the Paella this visit, it was very colorful and full of flavor.

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  9. Tom

    Dallas - Fort Worth14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a Must visit place to experience the real culture

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  10. Robert

    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I am a long-time patron. This was the first time I encountered any problem while there and the staff was very quick to correct the issue. Everyone makes mistakes; it is how you deal with it to correct and they did a great job. I'll be returning.

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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 15806 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 163 times today
Google Map for Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine

98 St. George Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    St. Augustine
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch and Dinner Daily Lunch: Monday – Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Dinner: Monday – Sunday 4:00 p.m. – 10 p.m.
  • 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, Takeout, 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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