Our food is always excellent and the service from Sean is spot on. The ambiance is great. Very beautiful Spanish. Yes lots of tourists but they seem to love it.

A Taste of Heaven at The Columbia! In St. Augustine, where old charm does gleam, The Columbia Restaurant is a true foodie dream! With Spanish delights that will make your heart dance, Step inside this treasure and give joy a chance. The decor is splendid, with colors so bright, Each table a welcome, prepared for delight. From gazpacho so fresh to the paella feast, Every dish feels like magic, a culinary beast! The sangria flows like a sweet summer song, With flavors that invite you to linger and belong. A sip brings a smile, a summer delight, Perfectly paired with tapas for your sheer delight. Service is stellar, with smiles that care, The staff is so friendly, they're always right there. With recommendations to guide your sweet quest, Every visit to Columbia feels like the best! Indulge in their dishes, from seafood to steak, Each bite is a journey that's no mistake. With desserts that sparkle, like flan and tiramisu, You'll leave with a grin and a heart full of woo! So if you're in town and your tummy's in need, The Columbia Restaurant is the place you must heed! With whimsy and flavor in a warm, cozy glow, You'll cherish the moments, this much I know! So gather your loved ones for an incredible spree, At The Columbia, where the food's a jubilee! In St. Augustine's charm, where memories spin, A dining experience you're sure to dive in!

Columbia Restaurant hits every single mark, every single time. The building is beautiful, with a breathtaking dining area. The quality of the food is divine and the flavors are mouthwatering. Order the empanadas. Don't say, "but they have raisins and olives in them..." Order them! They are tender, juicy, crispy and absolutely delicious. A beautiful food item. Whatever you order, get some platanos with it. They are perfectly caramelized and have an amazing flavor and texture. Plus, every person gets a whole loaf of bread before their meal. What more could you want?! This restaurant is if ever a restaurant was.

the columbia! a local gem that's been around for over 100 years! we came here for my moms 60th birthday. it was very busy and the decor inside is so nice! We had a reservation but still ended up waiting about 10-15 min. Our table was upstairs near the bar at a table in the middle. We had Zoe as our server who was so sweet and very patient/helpful with our questions. They give you hot fresh cuban bread and soft butter to start with and wow...i ate it all haha. My mom is gluten free so she could not indulge however i wasn't too mad about it. We both ordered the Palomjlla which is the thin steak - I asked to have beans, rice, and boiled yuka instead of the plantains it came with. The food was delicious and the yuka was the BEST i've ever had Will definitely be coming back here next time i'm in the area. This is a must on your trip to St. Augustine

We always love The Columbia! The food and service are always fantastic. It can get really busy, so I always try to get a reservation. My favorites are the Cuban bread and butter - I always eat my whole loaf. I also love the 1905 salad. We usually get an order and split it. I also love the chicken and yellow rice. The white chocolate bread pudding was yummy! The restaurant is so pretty - I love the different dining rooms and all of the colorful tile work and portraits.

We had a wonderful experience at the Colombia. The food was fantastic , and our server- Zoe- was very attentive, friendly, and engaging. We will definitely be back soon.

Zoe was an amazing server! she came by when my mouth was full, and I signed 'thank you' to her. she brought up how her mother taught at the deaf school and she new some asl, and she introduced herself to me in sign language! super sweet and welcoming :)

Food was excellent as was the service and atmosphere. We were there for my wife's 80th birthday with a party of 8. It takes a little extra time for the Paella, but was well worth the wait. Will definitely be back.

Ambience: beautiful, lively. Service: Anna was very helpful with our dinner choices mine was the sampler of pork, steak, and empanada. The flavors were spot on. Beans were tender and flavorful. Steak and pork were fork tender. The empanada was flaky with a beef filling. Overall this place is great Caesar salad was dressed well. Maybe a little too much dressing