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Columbia Cafe at the Tampa Bay History Center, Tampa, FL

Columbia Cafe at the Tampa Bay History Center

4.5
4.5
203 Reviews
$30 and under
Cuban

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
  • Neighborhood gem
Named "One of Florida's Top Restaurants" since 1967.
The Columbia Café is located on the Tampa Riverwalk in the new Water Street neighborhood.
We offer indoor and outdoor dining.
Our Café indoor dining room is a piece of history in itself with an exact scaled replica of our original 1905 bar from our flagship restaurant in Ybor City. You will find our familiar historic photos of family and the restaurant throughout the years inside. The indoor dining room is surrounded by panoramic windows to offer you the amazing views.
Or, relax outdoors on our waterfront, canopy-covered patio and bar with a pitcher of Spanish sangria or mojitos made tableside, overlooking the Tampa Riverwalk with amazing views of the Garrison Channel.
Serving lunch & dinner daily.
Located right across the Amalie Arena and within a 5-minute walk from the Tampa Convention Center, Marriott Waterside, JW Marriott Waterside and Embassy Suites.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cuban, Spanish
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (813) 229-5511
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    We take into careful consideration each of your event specifications in order to define a plan. Our menus are designed so that we can customize your proposal, depending on what type of event, date, duration of the function, and budget.<br /><br />For more information, please contact Ricky Carrizales at RickyC@crg1905.com or at 813-229-5511
  • Private party facilities
    We aim to offer an unforgettable group dining experience for groups from 8 to 800 in various semi-private and private dining areas along the Tampa Riverwalk and on Water Street, downtown Tampa's newest dining and entertainment district. Enjoy water views from anywhere in our venue, from our outdoor terrace, indoor atrium, or large banquet hall.
  • Neighborhood
    Tampa
  • Cross street
    Water St. and Channelside Drive
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Public transportation, DASH downtown car service and the free TECO Streetcar. Also Stop No. 3 on the Pirate Water Taxi.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 203 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Columbia Cafe at the Tampa Bay History Center offers a "great view on the water" and "excellent Cuban food." Guests often praise the "lovely ambience" and "great outdoor deck." Service can vary, with standout servers like Alejandro and Ayanna receiving high praise. Despite some service hiccups, many find it a delightful dining spot.

203 Reviews
  1. Ken VIP

    Calgary10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    William was an amazing server. We had a miscommunication on our order and he made it right immediately! We had several tapas and of course a 1905 salad for my wife’s birthday, and we enjoyed every satisfying bite!

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  2. Alexis

    Wilmington2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I’ll be honest, I’ve been here several times, but this was not a good visit. Our server was not good and we did not feel well at all the night afterwards. This was always my favorite Columbia location, but after this visit I don’t know that we will return.

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  3. Tracey VIP

    Tampa18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Salad chicken and rice and shrimp! Always a great combo!

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  4. Gabriela VIP

    Charlotte1 review

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We choose this restaurant bc it’s reviews, but I was deceived and disappointed. I order Mahi Mahi, it was bland and way overcooked. Inormally don't leave reviews, however I feel it's my duty to do it this time.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience at this location. We love Columbia

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  6. STampa

    Tampa24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience and delicious food. They even brought out a water bowl for my puppy!

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  7. Ivy

    Louisville7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great outside seating on the water and the food was delicious.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Tahoe2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this spot. Every time I come to the Tampa Florida area I always get Columbia Café because their salad and half sandwich is so good.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome place to visit by boat. Their dock is easy and accessible.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So many good choices for food! I had a hard time choosing! The 1905 salad was SO GOOD! And fun to watch our waiter make table side. Also love the fact that they have a kids menu. It’s hard to go to a restaurant with “adult food” with an 8 year old who only wants chicken tenders! 100% will be back!

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FAQs

Columbia Cafe at the Tampa Bay History Center offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (813) 229-5511.

Columbia Cafe at the Tampa Bay History Center is rated 4.5 stars by 203 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Columbia Cafe at the Tampa Bay History Center

801 Water St #1905, Tampa, FL 33602

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Water St. and Channelside Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Tampa
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cuban, Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Public transportation, DASH downtown car service and the free TECO Streetcar. Also Stop No. 3 on the Pirate Water Taxi.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (813) 229-5511
  • Catering
    We take into careful consideration each of your event specifications in order to define a plan. Our menus are designed so that we can customize your proposal, depending on what type of event, date, duration of the function, and budget.<br /><br />For more information, please contact Ricky Carrizales at RickyC@crg1905.com or at 813-229-5511
  • Private party facilities
    We aim to offer an unforgettable group dining experience for groups from 8 to 800 in various semi-private and private dining areas along the Tampa Riverwalk and on Water Street, downtown Tampa's newest dining and entertainment district. Enjoy water views from anywhere in our venue, from our outdoor terrace, indoor atrium, or large banquet hall.
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