Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine

4.6

15112 Reviews

$30 and under

Spanish

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2 people

Jan 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 203 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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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 10-70 we offer an outdoor courtyard and indoor private dining areas 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

What 15,112 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Most Booked
St. Augustine
Best Overall
St. Augustine
Best Value
St. Augustine
Great for brunch
St. Augustine
Good for groups
St. Augustine
Hot spot
St. Augustine
Good for special occasions
St. Augustine
Most Booked

Review summary

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Columbia Restaurant in St. Augustine offers a delightful experience with "amazing food and service." Known for its "fantastic sangria" and signature 1905 salad, guests appreciate the authentic ambiance and attentive staff. While occasional service delays occur, the overall dining experience is often described as "wonderful" and "consistently good."

15,112 Reviews

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Elizabeth
VIP
Jacksonville
775 reviews
4.0
775 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My husband and I had dinner at Columbia on Sunday evening. The place was a zoo. We checked in 10 minutes before our reservation time and were seated 30 minutes later. The wait was disappointing and had not happened in previous visits. Once seated, Oscar took good care of us with efficient and friendly service. The Tinto Sangria and 1905 salad were delicious as usual, as was the hot bread. Our entrees, ropa viejo and boliche criolla were very good but arrived before we were finished with our salad. Overall, we were pleased with our meal and will return.
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Cher
VIP
Atlantic City
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience when we dine here. Our friends joined us for their first visit to the restaurant & they loved it. Tracey our server was excellent! Thanks & we will definitely be back!!
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Curt
Jacksonville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another great dining experience at the Columbia Restaurant! Food was awesome and Sean’s service was even better! Thank you for a great family event!
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Sarah
Jacksonville
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Staff was very nice. Resolved some of the issues we had. Quality has gone down for the prices.
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Susie
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been going to the Columbia for many years. It’s always amazing 🤞
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Adam
Orlando
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A birthday celebration….Excellent service, food and ambience! We will be back!
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Denise
Jacksonville
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Everything was excellent but the noise level made it difficult to hold a conversation.
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Wendy
VIP
Orlando
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food! Beautiful and serene atmosphere! Beautiful blond hostess that was very accommodating!
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Alex
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Columbia Restaurant in St. Augustine is a gem. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels warm and inviting, with a beautiful, historic setting. The food is incredible—don’t miss their signature Garbanzo soup. The service is top-notch, with friendly staff making sure everything is perfect. It’s the kind of place where you can relax and savor every bite. Highly recommend for anyone visiting St. Augustine!
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TAMMY
Jacksonville
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
A beautiful place inside, however the food quality does not match the price. Very mediocre. It is obvious that food quality is not as important as the check. Our server was very nice but we could hear another server one table over complaining loudly to an employee about having to take on another table. Very unprofessional. We would not go back. Very disappointed.
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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 15112 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

Jan 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 203 times today

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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 10-70 we offer an outdoor courtyard and indoor private dining areas 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

Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine

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Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

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