Host...not too friendly. Waitress in a rush and not too friendly either. Table...inside, not outside, more than enough flies then one can handle. I felt that I would find myself flapping at the flies while trying to eat at this overpriced place. For the price they charge you would think that they will have some type of control over this... more

Had a late lunch here earlier today [wednesday]. Place was bustling, even though it was 1:30 pm. Got quickly seated at a small 2 person table on the row next to the sidewalk, restaurant side. Great place to people watch! Not a place for the shy. I had the 1905 salad [tasty, prepared tableside, although I was expecting something more... more

We eat at Columbia Restaurant at St. Armand's every time we visit the area. We particularly love the 1905 salad & the Imported Sangria (made tableside). We actually ate there twice last week while on vacation . (We're from Southern California). The first night we ate indoors with friends (6 people total) & everybody loved their food. A couple of... more

Went here for lunch on a Monday. Place was filling up quick at noon. Service was good, no complaints. Took about 20 min for the food to come out, if we are out for drinks at night this is ok. But it was lunch and we were very hungry.. Everything we ordered was very delicious. Parchment salmon, famous salad and... more

This is my second time visiting a Columbia Restaurant (the other was in St. Augustine), and I've been very, very impressed with the food. The chicken and seafood dishes are delicious. On our recent visit, our lunch was so good that we had to visit for dinner before we left from our five-day stay on Lido Beach. My only gripe... more

Went for a birthday dinner. Ordered 3 paellas. Well if we'd wanted a lot of rice with dried out chicken then this is the place. The menu said that chorizo was in the paella. The waiter lied and denied that the all meat paella include it. Want me to talk about the two overcookd fish dishes? Okay, I will. Snappar,... more

Had erratic experiences with the Columbia in Clearwater but decided to give the one on St. Armand a try. Service at the St. Armand establishment was horrible. Unattentive server surpassed only by the poor service in Clearwater. Also the meals served were not what was ordered. Will stay clear of Columbia restaurants in the future. more

Great cuban sandwich. The best part is sitting outside the restaurant in a rocking chair in St. Armands Circle for a late night coffee or after dinner drink and watch the passer-bys. more

Most recently, we have used them for Christmas, and Thanksgiving dinners. Awesome turkey, roast for those occassions, beverage, salad, dessert are all included in their $18.00 plate. On regular days, we love their soups, authentic cubans, and 1905 salad which they are known for. Wonderful for any type of occasion or gathering. It's one of my fav restaurants. All Cuban... more