Columbia Restaurant

Ken (Beze) _{on Google}

Apr 9th, 2024

Definitely a nice place with great food, just felt the table wasnt very clean, when my wife an I sat down!

amber jarvis _{on Google}

Apr 7th, 2024

Messed up my order twice. Two different visits,waited to pick up food 30 mins before anyone came over to ring me up....so upset.tgen obviously my stupid food was cold...but on top of that it was yucky

Jorge Ferreiro _{on Google}

Apr 7th, 2024

This place has gone way downhill. Overcooked pork. Inferior fish. High prices and spotty service. Stay away

Debbie L _{on Google}

Apr 7th, 2024

Weve been here twice now. The first time we werent sure what we thought of the food but having been back Id say the food is a solid 4-star. The signature house house salad which we didnt care for the first visit, actually tasted better the second time and had delicious flavor to it. The sangria is goodnot the best Ive had by any meansbut be aware it comes in a very small pitcher. The location is gorgeous with multiple levels, rooms and courtyards of an old Spanish building. Its extremely popular and the wait both times was extraordinarily long. The first time we waited well over an hour for a table (maybe closer to two) and the second time we had a reservation and still waited past 30 minutes to be seated. Our waiter both times was attentive. The host staff seemed scattered, disorganized and unfriendly. The acoustics are also poor so the noise level is quite loud inside. This wont be a quiet intimate dining experience and our party of six couldnt even hear each other speak unless we were shouting. Well be back.

Osman Ozzie G _{on Google}

Apr 7th, 2024

The first time we tried Columbia Restaurant at Ybor City and were very pleased. This time, I made a reservation at St. Augustine. Despite having a reservation, we still had to wait for 10 minutes due to the crowd. The decor and atmosphere were very nice. We sat in the section with a pool, and as soon as we sat down, the service began. This time I tried the Palomilla and really liked it. It was wonderful. Despite the meat being thin, it was cooked very lightly and not tough at all. I ordered plantains on the side, and they paired wonderfully with the meat, salad, and plantains. We were very pleased with the service and the food. Additionally, the gift shops were very nice. We bought a wine cooler, the prices were reasonable. I recommend exploring them after the meal.