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Columbia Food Co - Reviews

1125 4th Ave, 98101 Seattle
All reviews at a glance
137

Reviews

73.7%

Satisfaction

33

negative

3

neutral

101

positive

What people say about Columbia Food Co

Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Service Type
  • Takeout
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Linda B.
Review date: 12/23/2025
2
No Tipping Option Unfair to Staff
My experience at this restaurant was marked by a significant issue: there is No way to tip in a large establishment where employees work hard. Most customers don’t carry cash anymore and want to show appreciation. Removing a tipping option is discouraging and unfair to staff. I strongly urge the management to reconsider this policy.
  • tipping option2
  • staff2
  • policy2
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Daniel F. B.
Review date: 12/13/2025
6
Italian Sub: Good, Not Great
My experience at this restaurant was that the food was totally fine, but it's nothing to write home about. If I'm getting an Italian sub, I want that platonic ideal in my mind, I want shredded lettuce and non-sweet bread. The service was rated 5/5 and the atmosphere was rated 4/5.
  • food5
  • Italian sub4
  • service10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Takeout
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Yabeths F.
Review date: 11/24/2025
8
Bomb Sandwich, Worth the Price
My experience at the restaurant was great! I tried the No. 8 sandwich, and it was absolutely bomb. The sandwich was super fresh with great flavor. The service was fast and friendly. While it was a bit on the expensive side, the quality made it worth it.
  • No. 8 sandwich9
  • freshness9
  • flavor9
  • price4
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Sarah
Review date: 11/21/2025
8
Great Food, Wonderful Staff, But No Tip Option
My experience at this restaurant was overwhelmingly positive, marked by great food, a warm atmosphere, and truly wonderful staff. It has consistently been one of my favorite places. The only reason for my three-star rating is the apparent removal of the tip option. I genuinely appreciated being able to leave a tip because the service here is always excellent, and it never feels right to leave without showing appreciation for the team. Aside from this one issue, this place continues to be one of the best in the area.
  • food10
  • atmosphere10
  • staff10
  • tip option3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Amber E.
Review date: 11/10/2025
2
Disappointing Desserts, Twice
My experience at this restaurant was quite disappointing, primarily due to the quality of the desserts. I initially ordered the tiramisu, and upon tasting it, I found it to be old and hard. I requested a replacement, which was granted. For my second choice, I opted for the lemon cello. Unfortunately, this dessert was also old and hard. Given these issues with the food, I will not be returning.
  • tiramisu2
  • lemon cello2
  • desserts1
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Lauren H.
Review date: 10/17/2025
2
Dry Empanadas, Nice Staff
I ran in for a quick bite and was disappointed with the food. The Empanadas were terrible; they were dry and expensive. While the staff was very nice, the overall experience was not worth it.
  • staff5
  • Empanadas1
  • dry1
  • expensive1
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wynsome B.
Review date: 10/09/2025
1
Inedible Empanada and Filthy Restroom
I rarely leave negative reviews, but my experience at this establishment was genuinely disappointing. I purchased a tiny empanada and a soda for $11, and unfortunately, the empanada was inedible. It was incredibly dry, and the meat appeared old and crusty. I decided to overlook this and use their restroom, which was in a shocking state. The restroom required a code and was in disrepair, with urine on the floor and toilet paper, and urine in the toilet. The smell was overwhelming, causing me to gag upon opening the door. I left feeling that I had wasted $11 and still needed to use the restroom. I would suggest exploring the other delis in the area, as many are quite good.
  • empanada1
  • restroom1
  • restroom floor1
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Greg M.
Review date: 10/01/2025
9
Consistently Good Coffee and Tasty Wraps
I've been to this restaurant several times and have never been disappointed. The coffee is great for that morning pick-me-up. The wraps are filling and tasty, and the soups are delicious. Additionally, the staff are friendly, contributing to a positive experience.
  • coffee9
  • wraps9
  • soups9
Price per Person
  • $1–$10
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Timothy H.
Review date: 09/20/2025
9
Great Downtown Seattle Lunch Spot
My experience at this downtown Seattle restaurant was fantastic for a quick and inexpensive lunch. The employees were all super friendly and demonstrated excellent menu knowledge. I enjoyed a small bowl of their clam chowder, which was decent, and it was served with two slices of sourdough bread that they kindly toasted for me. It was the perfect lunch for someone with a moderate appetite, all for under $10. I received my order in under 2 minutes. The cleanliness of the establishment was also noteworthy. I'm eager to return and try their sandwiches and wraps, especially the chicken wrap I saw at the next table, which looked amazing. I would also like to remind fellow diners to please clean up after themselves.
  • employees10
  • menu knowledge9
  • clam chowder6
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Mayo
Review date: 09/07/2025
8
Delicious Food, Great Atmosphere!
My experience at this restaurant was pretty good! The food was delicious, and the people were nice. It's a nice big place with lots of tables, contributing to a great atmosphere. The only downside was that there were no prices on the drinks, snacks, or to-go items 😄.
  • food9
  • people8
  • place8
  • prices on drinks4
  • prices on snacks4
  • prices on togo items4

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