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The waterfront outdoor patio at Columbia Sand Key - Columbia Restaurant - SandKey, Clearwater, FL

Columbia Restaurant - SandKey

4.8
4.8
9653 Reviews
$30 and under
Spanish

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 90 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
Waterfront dining at its finest! Family-owned and operated for 115 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. Choose a table looking out onto the radiant blue waters of the Intracoastal Waterway from the Mediterranean dining room, or experience the casual atmosphere from our outdoor deck on the water. Join us for century-old family recipes like Paella a la Valenciana, Roast Pork a la Cubana and fresh seafood specialties. Sample a fine Spanish wine like Montecillo or Campillo. 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, Latin / Spanish
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (727) 596-8400
  • Website
    http://columbiarestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Miguel Alonzo
  • Location
    1241 Gulf Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767
  • Neighborhood
    Clearwater Beach
  • Parking details
    Free parking in the plaza parking lot.
  • Entertainment
    After your meal, stroll the boardwalk along the Intracoastal waterway behind The Columbia that connects to the Shoppes on Sand Key. Be sure to make time for a visit to Caladesi Island, home of the #1 Beach in North America.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, 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 9,653 people are saying

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Clearwater

    Best Ambiance

  • Clearwater

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Columbia Restaurant - Sand Key offers "amazing food" and "fantastic service" in a beautiful waterfront setting. Known for its "unique" 1905 salad and "delicious" Cuban dishes, it's a "must-visit" for Spanish cuisine lovers. The "gorgeous view" and "friendly staff" enhance the dining experience, making it a "top favorite" for many.

9,653 Reviews

  1. Louis

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food were outstanding. This was a special meal with extended family and everyone enjoyed the selections

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  2. Felicity

    Manchester

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, service and food!! We will go again

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    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delish. The calamari was so tender. Services was top notch.

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    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My experience at Columbia was the same as I remember from 3 years ago . I have to say their 1905 super salad was more ordinary than I remember but the Tortlina stuffed with crab lobster and other great seafood was especially good . All the flavors mixed together well . And the chess and tomato topping was memorable. I would be tempted to order that again than the steaks which was what I had last time. Excellent experience once again

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  5. Brand

    VIP

    Richmond

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Columbia is our favorite dinner spot in Clearwater Beach. The food is amazing, service impeccable, and all aspects of the experience is professionally managed. The baked grouper w/crabmeat is the best grouper I have ever enjoyed. Also the tossed at your table salad is a great start to a wonderful meal. I can't wait until we return so we can once again dine at this restaurant. Cheers!

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  6. Sheryl

    Tampa

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always an excellent experience! I have no negative comments.

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  7. Candy

    Tampa

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent as always. Service by Christine was outstanding.

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  8. Andre

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I recently visited the Columbia Restaurant in Sand Key and had a wonderful dining experience! The food was absolutely delicious—everything we ordered was packed with flavor and beautifully prepared. Although there was a small hiccup with one of my requests, the staff was quick to provide me with an option to make a change, which I appreciated. I ultimately decided to stick with my original order and was still very pleased. Our server, Brianna, was exceptional. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and offered great suggestions to help me decide on what to order. Her attentiveness and cheerful demeanor truly elevated the experience. The restaurant was bustling with activity, but the ambiance remained warm and inviting. I had no idea they were just 15 minutes down the street from us—such a convenient and fantastic find! The white sangria was the perfect complement to the meal—light, refreshing, and absolutely delicious. I would highly recommend this Columbia Restaurant, even more so than the Tampa location. I’m already looking forward to our next visit!

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  9. Ken

    Tampa

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service as always. Restaurant was packed, but that didn't impact the service. Enjoyed Scallop and Croquet appetisers. Stuffed shrimp and Boliche for dinner with 1905 salad. Cuban bread and tableside salad were excellent. Food delivery was timed perfect. Very nice dining.

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  10. Tim

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Columbia & have been going to almost all of the locations since 1972. They've all been consistently very good. Tonight was no exception. Our only small concern was our server, who may have just been in a bad mood or having a bad night. She was short and abrupt with us but not rude. That has not been our normal experience with Columbia servers or staff...ever. We will continue to enjoy the Columbia & look forward to our next visit. Tim R.

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FAQs

Columbia Restaurant - SandKey offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (727) 596-8400.

Columbia Restaurant - SandKey is rated 4.8 stars by 9653 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 90 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Columbia Restaurant - SandKey

1241 Gulf Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Clearwater Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Cuban, Latin / Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free parking in the plaza parking lot.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Miguel Alonzo
  • Entertainment
    After your meal, stroll the boardwalk along the Intracoastal waterway behind The Columbia that connects to the Shoppes on Sand Key. Be sure to make time for a visit to Caladesi Island, home of the #1 Beach in North America.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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