Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine

Name: Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine
Address: 98 St. George Street, St. Augustine, FL, United States, 32084
Telephone: (904) 824-3341
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

15024 Reviews

$30 and under

Spanish

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2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 281 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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Private dining

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Spanish, Cuban
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
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
Neighbourhood
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 15,024 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

Loved For

Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Most Booked
St. Augustine
Best Overall
St. Augustine
Best Ambience
St. Augustine
Best Value
St. Augustine
Great for brunch
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Good for groups
St. Augustine
Healthy
St. Augustine
Hot spot
St. Augustine
Neighbourhood gem
St. Augustine
Lively
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Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

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."

15,024 Reviews

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Lisa
Poconos
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Visited for lunch during nights of lights. We made reservations in advance and they were no longer taking walk ins. The restaurant is historical and beautiful, the food is average. I ordered a cocktail With vodka, muddled with strawberries and basil which I sent back as it was very strong and the basil was overkill, tasted like pure basil. We had the 1905 salad- good but strong in the garlic and dressing. We also had shrimp and yellow rice and the shrimp supreme. The portions are very large, we only ate a quarter of one food and agreed we should have just shared one dish. The rice was ok, not that flavorful. The service was efficient and attentive.. I would highly recommend for the experience but I likely would not visit again.
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Karen
Jacksonville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always love coming back to the Columbia restaurant. Great food and always terrific service. Cherrie was our server this time and even though it was very busy, she was very attentive, our orders were correct, and she is an excellent server. We will be back again as soon as we can.
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Summer
Orlando
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was extremely busy but we were seated immediately with our reservation. Our server seemed rushed but was attentive and by dessert time was kind enough to sing happy birthday and take a family photo. Food was amazing as always!
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Sibet
San Francisco
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great meal and service. We are from South Carolina and we make a special trip once a year to the Columbia
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Alexandria
Tampa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time trying Columbia. We had the 1905 salad which was delish and I love that it was made right at our table. I had the shrimp stuffed with crab meat with a lemon sauce and it was fantastic. Hubby had the fish in the parchment paper and he loved it! Server was fantastic! Bathrooms were really lacking. There was water all over the floor and nothing was cleaned up the entire time we were there. People were coming out of the bathrooms and telling each other to be careful because the floor was so slippery.
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Katherine
Fort Lauderdale
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful time and the food was so delicious. The flan dessert was out of this world! The waiter even remembered to acknowledge that my husband and I were celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary. And to top the evening off, the holiday decorations were gorgeous!
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Mayi
Miami
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Ehh it’s was ok. Over-rated, nothing stool out and food wasn’t all that
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mary
Greensboro
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always , everything was great. The servers work so hard! Food was awesome, gorgeous place.
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Arthur
Jacksonville
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautifully decorated and truly amazing place to dine. The food is fabulous and the staff is friendly, informative and welcoming. Make your reservation in advance (60 days) if you wish to dine in this gem. My wife and I have dined here since 2008. Art - Renee
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Angela
VIP
Jacksonville
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent. The waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu items. Everyone's meal came out except ours. It wasn't long. The manager came over and apologized. We have no complaints. It was worth waiting for.
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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 15024 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 281 times today

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

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighbourhood
St. Augustine
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
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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