Columbia Restaurant - SandKey

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

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   Charlie

   Tampa11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We met friends and dined on the outside deck. Drinks, food, atmosphere and service were the best! They really do fish well. This is our go to for visitors and they never disappoint!
   

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   Judy

   Chicago3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Great outstanding food. Columbia salad excellent! Grouper on trays absolutely delish! Baked Grouper and Grouper Jimmy. We can’t wait to go back again.
   

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   William

   County Durham5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had a good time and good food for my Birthday. Our sever shook my hand and congratulated me on my 76th Birthday. Thank you.
   

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   Don

   Tampa11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great as always. Reservation was on time. Served was upbeat and helpful. Food tasted great
   

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   Janet

   Chicago62 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We sat outside and our Server Benito was great. We ordered the 1905 Salad which you can never get enough of -made table side- and the warm bread. Our dinners were Ropa Vieja, Pollo Manchego, La Completa Cubans, Shrimp Salreado and Arroz Con Pollo Valenciana. Everyone at our table kept commenting on how delicious their dinner was. We took home dessert since we were all very full as well as half of all our dinners (very large portions). The Key Lime Pie, Guava Turnovers and Churros are our favorites! We are from Illinois and dine at the Sand Key location twice a year when we are in town.
   

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   Iriana

   Orlando3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Dining at Columbia Restaurant in Sand Key was an experience that transcended a simple meal; it was a journey into the elegance and charm of a bygone era. From the moment we stepped inside, we were enveloped by an atmosphere steeped in Spanish Cuban heritage. The decor, adorned with old world accents, rich wood tones, hand painted tiles, and vintage photographs, created a refined yet welcoming ambiance that instantly transported us to the opulent days of historic Havana.Pristine white tablecloths, soft fabrics, and polished details throughout the salon reflected a meticulous attention to beauty and tradition. The space was immaculately clean, warm, and so comfortable that we found ourselves lingering, reluctant to leave.What truly elevated the experience, however, was the impeccable service. Though I regret I cannot recall her name, our Peruvian waitress, with an uncommon name and an unforgettable presence, was exceptional: warm, gracious, and impressively knowledgeable. Her thoughtful, exquisite recommendations enhanced every course. Every staff member we encountered radiated the same genuine hospitality and pride in their work. Even the presence of the culinary team was felt. The Chef’s passion, precision, and love for his craft shone through in each beautifully executed dish. The bar, with its inviting sophistication, offers a serene space to unwind, while the panoramic waterfront views bathed in natural light set the tone for a truly memorable evening. Dining here felt like stepping back in time into a world filled with music, laughter, artistry, and a sense of peace I imagine was once the heartbeat of pre revolutionary Cuba. It was as though we had been transported to an era of elegance, one that echoed the golden age of the island. I will drive just to relive this extraordinary experience. Columbia Restaurant is not merely a place to dine; it is a destination that lingers in the heart. It was a sublime, almost ethereal experience, one I hope to repeat often!!!
   

   Columbia Restaurant - SandKeyResponded 3 days ago

   Wow. We're speechless, Iriana. Thank you for your incredible praise of our team. It is our honor to serve you.
   

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   Jennifer VIP

   Chicago11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fabulous! Food, service, and atmosphere were the best!
   

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   Tom VIP

   Tampa24 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was fantastic.. From the appetizer, to the entree, drinks and desserts. It was all phenomenal as always..
   

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   Hanzell

   Tampa1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Me and my wife love it, Staff are great, food is good, place is clean
   

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    Robert

    Denver5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4

    Great place. The oldest restaurant in Florida. Great food, reasonable costs….
    

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