Columbia Restaurant

This 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 .

My 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!

The 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! :)

Amazing food, sooo many choices! The bread , the salad they make in front of you, the flan is incredible! Everything is incredible

The 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.

The Columbia is a classic to Florida. Great food and service. Traditional Cuban and Spanish dishes. Love the open air seating .

Very 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.

The signature salad was amazing. Try out the bread putting for dessert . Great service.

OMG!!! 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.

Skip 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 .

This 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.

Great authentic Spanish food . The gazpacho was great, but the seafood paella was utterly fantastic. Excellent service as well .

Our 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!

Table side Sangria is da bomb...1905 Salad is tasty...Cuban Sandwich is good but huge - you can share this fam

You 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.

The mojitos are killer, and you cannot go wrong with an order of black beans and rice .

Here'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!

1905 salad with half a Cuban sandwich is the way to go for lunch . Sit outside so u can people watch .

One 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

1905 Salad w/shrimp is fantastic! So were the Mojitos ! ????

I love this place and always make a point to go and order the adelita special and the 1926 salad !!!!

Sit inside to the left; order the sparkling wine sangria , 1905 salad , black beans & rice , Cuban sandwich & key lime pie !!

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.

This is the best place on the circle to eat. Reasonably priced for the area too. I would recommend the Palomilla for lunch !

For lunch ....the half a Cuban sandwich and the 1905 salad is a must. Also love the Cuban bread and butter !

Order a pitcher of the Imported Sangria and a Cuban Sandwich . Of course don't forget about the "1905" Salad . You won't be disappointed!

Salad with garlic dressing was everywhere. Skip the gazpacho . The warm bread is soooo good, get gambas al aljillo to dip it in

Great location on St. Armand's Circle. The 1905 Salad , Tapas and Mojitos are amazing!

1/2 Cuban and 1/2 1905 salad were great!

Great menu and plenty of outdoor seating right along the sidewalk.

Table outside . Pitcher Sangria (white), split a 1905 salad and 3 tapas plates. Best. Date. Ever.

Mussels & chorizo in white wine was so delicious! ????

I 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!

Great food! Great service!

Cuban bread and the mango dessert are to die for.

Order a pitcher of sangria and the 1905 salad . Comes with delicious Cuban bread !

The 1905 salad is good and all but it will linger on you for a while... My suggestion, bring a mint or 2, or 3.....

The 1905 Salad is the best in the US! Have the Steak Chacho! Melts in your mouth.

Get the paella and some tapas . The bread pudding dessert is amazing.

Get the white sparkling sangria . It's recommended and she mix it in from you.

So good! It was magical!

The 1905 salad and black bean soup are great!!

The shrimp , red fish , and grouper are awesome

Check out the new Menu starting 12-15-12 also the best drink prices on the circle.

Must have the sangria (by the pitcher )!

just as good as the original in ybor!!! one of my favorites!

Carlos is the best waiter !! So nice & funny! Ask for him if you go here. You won't be disappointed.

Such a nice places! Partly casual ..

Vanessa was a fabulous server and steered us to some great appetizers . If possible ask for her!

1905 salad , Cuban sandwich , outdoor table . Can't lose.