06/02/2026
Culture, cuisine, and Cuban sandwiches — the Columbia Restaurant has it all. 🍽️
In the inaugural episode of Made to Share, a live studio food and culture series, we explore one of Tampa’s most iconic culinary institutions: the Columbia Restaurant. Owned and operated by the Gonzmart family, the restaurant has spent generations preserving history and tradition while fostering a strong sense of community.
“Our food is all about history,” said Richard Gonzmart. “Our menu is all about where it comes from.”
Discover the story behind the Columbia Restaurant, the Gonzmart family, and their connection to USF in the first episode of Made to Share, available now on YouTube.