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Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City, Tampa, FL
Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City, Tampa, FL
Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City, Tampa, FL
Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City, Tampa, FL
Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City, Tampa, FL
Award-winning

Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City

4.7
4.7
17780 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish
2117 East 7th Avenue, Tampa, FL 33605

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2 people
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7:00 pm
Booked 294 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
The Columbia is Florida’s Oldest RestaurantSM, founded in Tampa's historic Ybor City in 1905. Family-owned and operated for 119 years, the restaurant has earned acclaim for old-world charm as well as for its award-winning Spanish/Cuban cuisine and wine list.

Open 365 days a year, including all holidays and serving lunch and dinner daily.

Casual attire is fine, but we don’t allow sleeveless shirts on men in the dining room.

Experience the Fire of Flamenco!
Flamenco Dance Shows: There is an $10 cover charge per person for guests over the age of 12.

Monday through Thursday dinner reservation times for the 7 p.m. show are 5:30, 6 or 6:30 p.m.

Friday and Saturday dinner reservations for the 7 p.m. show are 5:30, 6 or 6:30 p.m. and for the 9:30 p.m. show, seatings are at 8:30 or 9 p.m.

Reservations for dinner and the show are required. Please call the restaurant to check availability for reservations.

Please call 813.248.4961 for flamenco show reservations.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Geraldo Bayona
  • Catering
    We can help you with all your off-site catering needs. We offer a full line of catering options, including food, beverage and service. Our staff will coordinate all rental equipment, setup and service.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private dining areas to host your banquet, business lunch, rehearsal dinner, wedding reception, party or group event.
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Event Coordinator: (813) 248-4961
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    Tampa
  • Cross Street
    21st Street
  • Parking details
    Free parking on the street or in one of our two private lots either directly across the street from the restaurant or directly behind the building.
  • Entertainment
    Experience the Fire of Flamenco! Flamenco Dance Shows: There is a $10 cover charge per person for guests over the age of 12. Monday through Saturday dinner reservation times for the 7 p.m. shows are 5:30, 6 or 6:30 p.m. Dinner reservation times for the 9:30 p.m. show are 8:30 or 9 p.m.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 17,780 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Most Booked

  • Tampa

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Columbia Restaurant in Ybor City offers an unforgettable dining experience with "excellent authentic Spanish/Cuban food" and "amazing service." Guests rave about the "1905 salad and bread pudding," with the "Sangria being refreshingly delightful." The ambiance is charming, enriched by historical decor and "fantastic flamenco shows," making it a "must visit in Tampa."
17,781 Reviews
  1. Susan

    Tampa3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have had the Ropa Veja, cuban sandwich, grande soup, Pollo Manchego, black beans and rice, green beans, empanadas and the Arroz con Pollo. They are all so good. But two of my favoritea are the 1905 salad and the chocolate bread pudding.

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  2. Jessica VIP

    Washington DC35 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We've been to the Columbia many times over the years at several locations. We love the salad! Today we went to celebrate my mom's birthday. We had a couple of small snags: 1. My chicken with yellow rice was pretty dry and a pretty skimpy piece of dark meat. This hasn't always been the case. 2. The service was a little uneven, sometimes very attentive, like we'd expect, and other times there were long, unexplained gaps. Overall, I'd come for just the salad, but with pretty high prices, I want everything to be as I remember.

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  3. Dave

    Cincinnati13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent and Carla, our server, was outstanding.

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  4. Alejandro

    Miami1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice place to eat, altough the food is expensive.

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  5. Richard

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience Nothing compares to this place.! One more reason I like living here.
    Columbia Restaurant - Ybor CityResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you, Richard. We'll keep working diligently to earn the praise you've bestowed upon us.

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  6. belinda

    Denver5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place was awesome. Great food and service. Everyone working there were very friendly. Our waiter told us about the history of the restaurant which was very interesting. Beautiful tile work everywhere and photos dating back to 1905 to present day. Love that they offer tapas for those who prefer smaller meals. Hemingway cocktail is so yummy. Grouper was fantastic! Highly recommend this place!!!! Don’t pass this gem up!
    Columbia Restaurant - Ybor CityResponded 2 days ago
    We love sharing our stories and our flavors. Glad they both were something you enjoyed, Belinda.

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  7. Amanda VIP

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was very friendly and attentive. Great food and atmosphere!! Highly recommend.
    Columbia Restaurant - Ybor CityResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the great review, Amanda! Much appreciated. Thank you for dining at Columbia in Ybor City. We look forward to your next visit.

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  8. Harriet

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Columbia does not disappoint! The food and service was top notch. The show was amazing. It was great night out in Ybor City.
    Columbia Restaurant - Ybor CityResponded 2 days ago
    Nothing like the flamenco show at the Columbia Restaurant. Thank you for dining with us, Harriet.

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  9. lori

    New York City6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. However the 1905 salad didn’t taste the same seemed to have more vinegar and less Worcestershire. We waited a while at the table until someone came to get our drink order then we waited a long time for the drinks to come. Overall it was good
    Columbia Restaurant - Ybor CityResponded 1 day ago
    We have noted your comments, Lori. We'll do better next time you visit.

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  10. Don

    Tampa11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful historic restaurant. The food is fabulous. Don’t miss the Spanish bean soup. Best Sangria in Tampa. The Guava cheesecake is the best I’ve ever tasted.
    Columbia Restaurant - Ybor CityResponded 2 days ago
    Great tips! Glad you found so many wonderful flavors to enjoy, Don.

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FAQs

Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (813) 248-4961.

Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City is rated 4.7 stars by 17780 OpenTable diners.

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

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Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross Street
    21st Street
  • Area
    Tampa
  • 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
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Cuban
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free parking on the street or in one of our two private lots either directly across the street from the restaurant or directly behind the building.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Geraldo Bayona
  • Entertainment
    Experience the Fire of Flamenco! Flamenco Dance Shows: There is a $10 cover charge per person for guests over the age of 12. Monday through Saturday dinner reservation times for the 7 p.m. shows are 5:30, 6 or 6:30 p.m. Dinner reservation times for the 9:30 p.m. show are 8:30 or 9 p.m.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We can help you with all your off-site catering needs. We offer a full line of catering options, including food, beverage and service. Our staff will coordinate all rental equipment, setup and service.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private dining areas to host your banquet, business lunch, rehearsal dinner, wedding reception, party or group event.
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Event Coordinator: (813) 248-4961
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