Evwas average. I remember it being good when I was a kid, but it is definitely not the same.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Des Ashby
We have always seen this place on our walks on the Riverwalk. We decided to try it and it was nothing to write home about. The bread was good (nice and warm, so the butter can melt). The yellow rice was good minus the couple peas they threw on top. The food, on the other hand, was far from impressive. The chicken parmasan seemed precooked and then attempted to be heated up per order. Nothing seemed fresh about it. The "sauce" on top was just as weird. We'll continue to walk pass on our walks no matter how good the music is.**EDIT: your meal is called (Pollo "Riojana") which based from your description is equivalent to a chicken parm ?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Ken Hart
Food is always great, the servers are attentive, helpful, and efficient. The atmosphere at Columbia is always festive, warm and colorful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The Salad, Chicken and Rice, Yellow Rice, Sandwich
Chris Williams
Fast friendly service. Great views. And amazing food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The Salad
Melanie Perry
This is our favorite place to eat!! The view, the service, the food, the drinks... all top notch!! On our visit this past weekend, we were taken care of by Anitra, who did a lovely job and took very good care of us. We also have to say so much about Adrian who not only welcomed us in an incredibly friendly manner, he literally walked up to the upstairs deck to get us when our table was ready! He then talked congenially with us on the walk down the stairs and to our table. Such a warm and wonderful welcome, it set a tone of happiness throughout the entire meal!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daniel Triana
Nice atmosphere and good food. Right on the riverwalk.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Will Barratt, Ph.D.
Went twice. Will return. Great food.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Jeremy Aug
I enjoyed my meal. Authentic food with great service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Hy Tran
Good food, but service was disappointing. Bar order was very
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Crab Croquettes, Columbia's Original 1905 Salad with Shrimp Al Ajillo
Jared Starbuck
Horrible service. Carlos needs some help. Never on the floor. Can't get refills never even got the bread. Place is usually Wonderful. Just hope he isn't your waiter.
Food was just ok. The house salad (1905) is very good, prepped at your table. My friend had the Caesar salad and also said it was just ok. We sat outside on the veranda overlooking Riverwalk views. It rained while we were eating and were well covered.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Daniel Barnes
Got the Cuban sandwich and bowl of Spanish bean/garbanzo soup. While both were good they didn't stand out like they used to. Grew up in tampa and visited Columbia on many occasions but it was not.like it used to be, sadly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cuban Sandwich, Columbia's Original 1905 Salad with Shrimp Al Ajillo
Jacqueline Stephen
I went twice, and had the salad each time! I even purchased the dressing to bring back home with me. They were able to prepare half portion salads and it is a hearty meal. It is served with a generous piece of Cuban bread. It can get busy! It is conveniently located along the Riverwalk and has a nice vibe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
pmw
This was our first visit to this restaurant and the area in general. It has a wonderful open atmosphere and vibe throughout, along with comfortable seating. We ordered the small 1905 salad, which is prepared at the table, the Mahi sandwich, and their sangria, which was also prepared at the table, and everything was simply excellent tasting and fresh. Amaury was our waiter and did an excellent job showing his flair in preparing our food and attending to our needs. We look forward to returning to try other menu items. The prices are very fair for the quality and quantity of food being served.If you found this review helpful, please tap the thumbs up to let me know. Thanks!
Evwas average. I remember it being good when I was a kid, but it is definitely not the same.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
We have always seen this place on our walks on the Riverwalk. We decided to try it and it was nothing to write home about. The bread was good (nice and warm, so the butter can melt). The yellow rice was good minus the couple peas they threw on top. The food, on the other hand, was far from impressive. The chicken parmasan seemed precooked and then attempted to be heated up per order. Nothing seemed fresh about it. The "sauce" on top was just as weird. We'll continue to walk pass on our walks no matter how good the music is.**EDIT: your meal is called (Pollo "Riojana") which based from your description is equivalent to a chicken parm ?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Food is always great, the servers are attentive, helpful, and efficient. The atmosphere at Columbia is always festive, warm and colorful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The Salad, Chicken and Rice, Yellow Rice, Sandwich
Fast friendly service. Great views. And amazing food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The Salad
This is our favorite place to eat!! The view, the service, the food, the drinks... all top notch!! On our visit this past weekend, we were taken care of by Anitra, who did a lovely job and took very good care of us. We also have to say so much about Adrian who not only welcomed us in an incredibly friendly manner, he literally walked up to the upstairs deck to get us when our table was ready! He then talked congenially with us on the walk down the stairs and to our table. Such a warm and wonderful welcome, it set a tone of happiness throughout the entire meal!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice atmosphere and good food. Right on the riverwalk.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went twice. Will return. Great food.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
I enjoyed my meal. Authentic food with great service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Good food, but service was disappointing. Bar order was very
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Crab Croquettes, Columbia's Original 1905 Salad with Shrimp Al Ajillo
Horrible service. Carlos needs some help. Never on the floor. Can't get refills never even got the bread. Place is usually Wonderful. Just hope he isn't your waiter.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Sandwich
Restaurantji Recommends
Great cuban food. 1905 salad was good. We enjoyed experiencing Tampa
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ropa Vieja, Cuban Sandwich, Salad
Food was just ok. The house salad (1905) is very good, prepped at your table. My friend had the Caesar salad and also said it was just ok. We sat outside on the veranda overlooking Riverwalk views. It rained while we were eating and were well covered.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Got the Cuban sandwich and bowl of Spanish bean/garbanzo soup. While both were good they didn't stand out like they used to. Grew up in tampa and visited Columbia on many occasions but it was not.like it used to be, sadly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cuban Sandwich, Columbia's Original 1905 Salad with Shrimp Al Ajillo
I went twice, and had the salad each time! I even purchased the dressing to bring back home with me. They were able to prepare half portion salads and it is a hearty meal. It is served with a generous piece of Cuban bread. It can get busy! It is conveniently located along the Riverwalk and has a nice vibe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was our first visit to this restaurant and the area in general. It has a wonderful open atmosphere and vibe throughout, along with comfortable seating. We ordered the small 1905 salad, which is prepared at the table, the Mahi sandwich, and their sangria, which was also prepared at the table, and everything was simply excellent tasting and fresh. Amaury was our waiter and did an excellent job showing his flair in preparing our food and attending to our needs. We look forward to returning to try other menu items. The prices are very fair for the quality and quantity of food being served.If you found this review helpful, please tap the thumbs up to let me know. Thanks!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salad, Sandwich