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Columbia Restaurant

Spanish Restaurant, Latin American Restaurant, and Caribbean Restaurant$$$$

St. Armands, Sarasota

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Columbia Restaurant

8.4^/10

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"This is one of the best Cuban restaurants we have been to."(17 Tips)
"The best Black Bean soup and the Palomilla is awesome for lunch."(8 Tips)
"Sangria with champagne and lobster croquettes are amazing!"(23 Tips)
"The 1905 Salad, Tapas and Mojitos are amazing!"(13 Tips)

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Bethany CulpMarch 26, 2013
This is one of the most famous restaurants in Sarasota, and for good reason. Everything is good, but you must try their famous 1905 salad. This place also has some of the best sangria in town.
Upvoted Apr 25
Laura MSeptember 5, 2016
The black bean cakes are delicious wether you are vegan or not. The 1905 salad is a must! Leave space for the bread! Best cuban bread ever and trust me I am cuban! :)
Upvoted 2 weeks ago
🌺Laura Halter🌺July 9, 2015
My first Spanish experience! Let me just say, the mojitos are AMAZING! I will order a pitcher next time. We got the sampler that feeds 3-4 people... Everything we chose was delicious! Fantastic food!
Upvoted Apr 23
MLe BFebruary 21, 2018
Amazing food, sooo many choices! The bread, the salad they make in front of you, the flan is incredible! Everything is incredible
Cliff KirkMarch 22, 2015
The Columbia is a classic to Florida. Great food and service. Traditional Cuban and Spanish dishes. Love the open air seating.
Chris WrightApril 19, 2013
The 1905 salad is famous and not bad in a retro kind of way. But if you order it, make sure you ask for the Cuban bread and butter on the side. Amazing crusty bread, great butter too. Yummy.
Beatriz CastilloMay 15, 2016
Very delicious Cuban food. I got the steak milanesa and the meat was really tender. Get a side of black beans (frijoles negros) if you can.
Alexis AkersJanuary 31, 2022
The signature salad was amazing. Try out the bread putting for dessert. Great service.
Mike A.June 5, 2012
OMG!!! This is one of the best Cuban restaurants we have been to. Make sure you try the Palomilla (flank steak), and ask for Daniella from Argentina as your server. She was the best.
DonnaDecember 24, 2014
Skip the 1905 salad unless you like a lot of dressing and iceberg lettuce. The bread here is awesome and so is the Cuban. Get table side Sangria mixings and enjoy the people watching.
Brian WaggleJune 17, 2013
This was the first of many return visits! 1905 salad was great and the Cuban bread is superb. I will try everything once in the future. Plenty of visits to come.
Adnan ManjalAugust 6, 2013
Great authentic Spanish food. The gazpacho was great, but the seafood paella was utterly fantastic. Excellent service as well.
Dori GehlingFebruary 28, 2011
Our entire party was very happy with drinks, apps & lunch. The Bloody Gazpacho drink was great, deviled crab app very nice, the 1901 salad was fantastic and the cuban sand excellent. Worth the wait!
Ron JeramiahJuly 19, 2019
Table side Sangria is da bomb...1905 Salad is tasty...Cuban Sandwich is good but huge - you can share this fam
Michael FliotsosDecember 30, 2012
You can't go wrong with a Half Cuban Sandwich and half 1905 salad. Get turkey on the salad for an added flavor! Also, the bread was TO DIE FOR.
Behrad EatsApril 4, 2012
Here's a great meal: The imported sangria, the side 1905 salad to start, Coca de Langosta, Stuffed Piquillo Peppers and Albondigas. You won't regret it!
Cori KunbergerSeptember 7, 2014
The mojitos are killer, and you cannot go wrong with an order of black beans and rice.
Colleen CampbellJune 9, 2014
1905 salad with half a Cuban sandwich is the way to go for lunch. Sit outside so u can people watch.
LisaNovember 10, 2013
One of the busiest restaurants at the Circle, I come back for the simple things: sangria (1905) salad, and (Spanish bean) soup. The tapas are also delicious
Aly TaylorDecember 26, 2011
Been here 5+ times
A Sarasota classic, used to be much better but the 1905 salad and the Palomilla are delicious. Dont count on the service to be friendly or prompt, but the atmosphere is lovely and worth it.
Lucy AmarilloJune 7, 2016
I love this place and always make a point to go and order the adelita special and the 1926 salad!!!!
MicheleOctober 10, 2013
Sit inside to the left; order the sparkling wine sangria, 1905 salad, black beans & rice, Cuban sandwich & key lime pie!!
Morgan GrebensJuly 19, 2018
1905 Salad w/shrimp is fantastic! So were the Mojitos! 🍋
Matthew GrigsbyJune 14, 2013
This is the best place on the circle to eat. Reasonably priced for the area too. I would recommend the Palomilla for lunch!
Colleen CampbellOctober 3, 2013
For lunch....the half a Cuban sandwich and the 1905 salad is a must. Also love the Cuban bread and butter!
R PJuly 23, 2012
Order a pitcher of the Imported Sangria and a Cuban Sandwich. Of course don't forget about the "1905" Salad. You won't be disappointed!
Mark KennedyMay 1, 2013
Great location on St. Armand's Circle. The 1905 Salad, Tapas and Mojitos are amazing!
Jasmine MoySeptember 5, 2014
Salad with garlic dressing was everywhere. Skip the gazpacho. The warm bread is soooo good, get gambas al aljillo to dip it in
Glenn CochranApril 21, 2014
1/2 Cuban and 1/2 1905 salad were great!
Andrew ParletteMarch 23, 2018
Great menu and plenty of outdoor seating right along the sidewalk.
Nathan HandMarch 26, 2013
Table outside. Pitcher Sangria (white), split a 1905 salad and 3 tapas plates. Best. Date. Ever.
Betty UhdeFebruary 25, 2018
Mussels & chorizo in white wine was so delicious! 😋
Lee VillarrealJuly 30, 2011
I love the ambiance and food but the "flies" flying all around leave a lot to be desired!! I am sure with all the money made they can afford to remedy!! Just saying!
Kaile ThompsonJune 8, 2015
Great food! Great service!
Chloe BetzenDecember 31, 2014
Cuban bread and the mango dessert are to die for.
Taryn AApril 12, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Order a pitcher of sangria and the 1905 salad. Comes with delicious Cuban bread!
Karlee SchulzJanuary 3, 2012
The 1905 salad is good and all but it will linger on you for a while... My suggestion, bring a mint or 2, or 3.....
Emilio CSeptember 5, 2013
Get the paella and some tapas. The bread pudding dessert is amazing.
Larry RowanDecember 30, 2012
The 1905 Salad is the best in the US! Have the Steak Chacho! Melts in your mouth.
Cindy, RealtorMay 23, 2014
Get the white sparkling sangria. It's recommended and she mix it in from you.
Peter TillesJuly 21, 2018
The 1905 salad and black bean soup are great!!
Covert AireJune 17, 2016
The shrimp, red fish, and grouper are awesome
♰Jim KerrSeptember 21, 2018
So good! It was magical!
Columbia RestaurantDecember 7, 2012
Check out the new Menu starting 12-15-12 also the best drink prices on the circle.
EllieMae C.October 12, 2015
Must have the sangria (by the pitcher)!
Left EyeDecember 14, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Carlos is the best waiter!! So nice & funny! Ask for him if you go here. You won't be disappointed.
Jenn MarieJuly 28, 2015
just as good as the original in ybor!!! one of my favorites!
KenSeptember 28, 2012
Vanessa was a fabulous server and steered us to some great appetizers. If possible ask for her!
Jessica M.February 7, 2015
1905 salad, Cuban sandwich, outdoor table. Can't lose.
Morgan GrebensJuly 19, 2018
Such a nice places! Partly casual..

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