Like a black and white movie, the Columbia Restaurant off St. George Street in St. Augustine has all the appeal and nostalgia of once-upon-a-time, but it’s the exciting flavors and Spanish flair which cause it to be still relevant today.

Over 100 years of history and six locations throughout Florida (plus one café) make the Columbia one of the few restaurants in the country with staying power.

When so many eateries go under very quickly what has allowed the Columbia to remain and even grow? Most likely it’s the enchanting combination of ideal locations, beautiful dining rooms and a mouth-watering menu that lives up to its legacy.

And it’s a heritage that is worth honoring. The Columbia’s story begins in 1905 with the opening of its first location in Tampa’s Ybor City. It became know for both its social atmosphere and delici

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