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Columbia Restaurant
Spanish Restaurant, Latin American Restaurant, and Caribbean Restaurant$$$$
St. Armands, Sarasota
"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, 2013This 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 1 week ago
🌺Laura Halter🌺July 9, 2015My 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 1 week ago
Laura MSeptember 5, 2016The 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! :)
MLe BFebruary 21, 2018Amazing food, sooo many choices! The bread, the salad they make in front of you, the flan is incredible! Everything is incredible
Chris WrightApril 19, 2013The 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.
Cliff KirkMarch 22, 2015The Columbia is a classic to Florida. Great food and service. Traditional Cuban and Spanish dishes. Love the open air seating.
Alexis AkersJanuary 31, 2022The signature salad was amazing. Try out the bread putting for dessert. Great service.
Beatriz CastilloMay 15, 2016Very 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.
DonnaDecember 24, 2014Skip 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.- Mike A.June 5, 2012OMG!!! 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.
Brian WaggleJune 17, 2013This 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.
Ron JeramiahJuly 19, 2019Table side Sangria is da bomb...1905 Salad is tasty...Cuban Sandwich is good but huge - you can share this fam
LisaNovember 10, 2013One 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
Adnan ManjalAugust 6, 2013Great authentic Spanish food. The gazpacho was great, but the seafood paella was utterly fantastic. Excellent service as well.
Cori KunbergerSeptember 7, 2014The mojitos are killer, and you cannot go wrong with an order of black beans and rice.
Dori GehlingFebruary 28, 2011Our 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!
Michael FliotsosDecember 30, 2012You 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.
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.
Behrad EatsApril 4, 2012Here'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!
Lucy AmarilloJune 7, 2016I love this place and always make a point to go and order the adelita special and the 1926 salad!!!!
MicheleOctober 10, 2013Sit inside to the left; order the sparkling wine sangria, 1905 salad, black beans & rice, Cuban sandwich & key lime pie!!
Colleen CampbellOctober 3, 2013For lunch....the half a Cuban sandwich and the 1905 salad is a must. Also love the Cuban bread and butter!
Matthew GrigsbyJune 14, 2013This is the best place on the circle to eat. Reasonably priced for the area too. I would recommend the Palomilla for lunch!
R PJuly 23, 2012Order a pitcher of the Imported Sangria and a Cuban Sandwich. Of course don't forget about the "1905" Salad. You won't be disappointed!- Colleen CampbellJune 9, 20141905 salad with half a Cuban sandwich is the way to go for lunch. Sit outside so u can people watch.
Lee VillarrealJuly 30, 2011I 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!
Jasmine MoySeptember 5, 2014Salad with garlic dressing was everywhere. Skip the gazpacho. The warm bread is soooo good, get gambas al aljillo to dip it in- Mark KennedyMay 1, 2013Great location on St. Armand's Circle. The 1905 Salad, Tapas and Mojitos are amazing!
Nathan HandMarch 26, 2013Table outside. Pitcher Sangria (white), split a 1905 salad and 3 tapas plates. Best. Date. Ever.
Karlee SchulzJanuary 3, 2012The 1905 salad is good and all but it will linger on you for a while... My suggestion, bring a mint or 2, or 3.....
KenSeptember 28, 2012Vanessa was a fabulous server and steered us to some great appetizers. If possible ask for her!
Order a pitcher of sangria and the 1905 salad. Comes with delicious Cuban bread!
Carlos is the best waiter!! So nice & funny! Ask for him if you go here. You won't be disappointed.
Ariane HFebruary 9, 2014The ambience is great. The location is great. The service is great. But the food?: lackluster , no flavor, not worth it's price.
Jen MoshJune 8, 2017Service is terrible. Eye rolls from waitress when u ask 4 anything.Ever head of service w. a smile..it wouldn't kill you. Food was also not great.. definitely won't be on my list of places 2 return 2.
Katie KeaserFebruary 15, 2012Sent my food back...and servers hovered around our table talking of there life nonsense.....good sangria though
Columbia RestaurantDecember 7, 2012Check out the new Menu starting 12-15-12 also the best drink prices on the circle.
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Columbia Restaurant
411 Saint Armands Cir
Sarasota, FL 34236
United States
Sarasota, FL 34236
United States
Columbia Sarasota opened in 1959 on St. Armands Circle, and is now the Oldest restaurant in Sarasota.
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
(941) 388-3987
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
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Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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