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Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota, Sarasota, FL
Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota, Sarasota, FL
Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota, Sarasota, FL
Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota, Sarasota, FL
Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota, Sarasota, FL

Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

4.7
4.7
11067 Reviews
$30 and under
Spanish
411 Saint Armands Circle, Sarasota, FL 34236

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 265 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
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 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 outdoors on our patio, or inside our Mediterranean-style dining rooms filled with hand-painted tiles and family heirlooms.

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
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 388-3987
  • Website
    http://columbiarestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jesus Padilla Jr.
  • Private party facilities
    The Columbia Restaurant in Sarasota on St. Armands Circle is the perfect venue for your special event. Our Old World Mediterranean-style dining rooms lend an atmosphere of warmth and elegance to any gathering. For small groups, we offer private dining space.
  • Location
    411 Saint Armands Circle, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Cross street
    John Ringling Boulevard
  • Parking details
    Parking options include a garage located at 47 N. Adams Drive, behind the Columbia. Garage parking is 50 cents an hour. Metered and free street parking also is available. Features of the parking garage include: - 484 parking spaces - 5 electric vehicle charging stations - Bicycle storage & repair station - Public restrooms
  • Entertainment
    After your meal, stroll along St. Armands Circle, resembling an elegant European market with bright tropical landscaping. It is home to more than 130 shops that pamper guests from all areas of the world. Sarasota is a cultural haven with stunning beaches and superb shops and galleries. Outdoor activities like golf, tennis, deep-sea fishing and boating are also nearby.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota's menu was last updated 2022-02-01.

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What 11,067 people are saying

Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Most Booked

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Hot spot

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Columbia Restaurant in Sarasota is a cherished gem, consistently praised for its "excellent food" and "amazing service." Diners adore the authentic Spanish cuisine, with the "famous 1905 salad" and "wonderful sangria" earning special mention. The vibrant atmosphere and attentive servers create a memorable dining experience, making reservations essential.
11,067 Reviews

  1. Julie VIP

    Indiana5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal and even better service from our young server Waylon.
    Columbia Restaurant - SarasotaResponded today
    Waylon is a star! Thrilled that you enjoyed his hospitality, Julie. Hope you get to visit again soon.

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  2. Stephen

    Tampa4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I don’t think I’ve ever been to a restaurant as many times as Columbia that has consistently excellent service food and ambience. Once again, a delicious lunch unmatched by any in Sarasota. Our server Lee was great too.
    Columbia Restaurant - SarasotaResponded today
    Stephen, we're honored by your longtime and continued patronage. Thank you. And thanks for applauding Lee's service at your table.

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  3. Danielle

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and service! We really enjoyed having Ayanna as our server. She was very knowledgeable and took great care of us! We can’t wait to come back!

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  4. Margaret

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and delicious food! Love this place.
    Columbia Restaurant - SarasotaResponded today
    Thank you for your wonderful rating, Margaret. We look forward to your next visit to Columbia!

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  5. Gayle

    Baltimore25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I am Never disappointed when i come here. Always great food and great service!
    Columbia Restaurant - SarasotaResponded 1 day ago
    Welcome back, Gayle. No higher compliment than a return visit! We're grateful for your positive rating. We look forward to your next visit and the opportunity to earn a fifth star!

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  6. daniel

    Dallas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great. Server was great. Enough said! We will come back again!
    Columbia Restaurant - SarasotaResponded 2 days ago
    Enough said, Daniel! Thank you for your wonderful rating and your generous compliments! We look forward to your next visit to Columbia!

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  7. Dr Karen

    Charleston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tom our waiter was very attentive Food was fantastic as well as the Sangria. We brought our Canadian family from home and they thoroughly enjoyed it.
    Columbia Restaurant - SarasotaResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful rating and your generous compliments, Dr. Karen! Appreciate you bringing your Canadian family. We love Canada! We look forward to your next visit to Columbia!

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  8. Cara L

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been meaning to try Columbia Restaurant for years and this year on our trip to Sarasota a friend reminded me it was a must try. The food, history and ambience was fantastic, but what really made the experience memorable was our server Patrik. We are a party of 8 with 2 special needs kids and he truly went above and beyond. Not only was he just a terrific server, ready with a variety of recommendations for 1st timers; he quickly recognized our unique needs and made everyone feel special. We will absolutely be back the next time we’re in town, and hopefully we’ll be able to request him again.
    Columbia Restaurant - SarasotaResponded 4 days ago
    So glad that Patrik was so attentive to your needs and those of your children. Thank you for sharing your kind note, Cara.

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  9. Greg

    Tampa49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ALWAYS enjoy our meal, service & experience at Columbia’s. We definitely will bd back again!
    Columbia Restaurant - SarasotaResponded 4 days ago
    Looking forward to you dining again with us at Columbia in Sarasota, Greg.

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  10. Allan VIP

    Tampa8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and service was excellent. Our server was attentive and we were never rushed. Would highly recommend
    Columbia Restaurant - SarasotaResponded 4 days ago
    We're grateful for your enthusiastic endorsement, Allan.

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FAQs

Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 388-3987.

Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota is rated 4.7 stars by 11067 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Tampa / Central Florida West
  4. Sarasota / Bradenton
  5. Sarasota

Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 265 times today
Google Map for Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

411 Saint Armands Circle, Sarasota, FL 34236

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    John Ringling Boulevard
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Cuban
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking options include a garage located at 47 N. Adams Drive, behind the Columbia. Garage parking is 50 cents an hour. Metered and free street parking also is available. Features of the parking garage include: - 484 parking spaces - 5 electric vehicle charging stations - Bicycle storage & repair station - Public restrooms
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jesus Padilla Jr.
  • Entertainment
    After your meal, stroll along St. Armands Circle, resembling an elegant European market with bright tropical landscaping. It is home to more than 130 shops that pamper guests from all areas of the world. Sarasota is a cultural haven with stunning beaches and superb shops and galleries. Outdoor activities like golf, tennis, deep-sea fishing and boating are also nearby.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://columbiarestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (941) 388-3987
  • Private party facilities
    The Columbia Restaurant in Sarasota on St. Armands Circle is the perfect venue for your special event. Our Old World Mediterranean-style dining rooms lend an atmosphere of warmth and elegance to any gathering. For small groups, we offer private dining space.

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