RESTAURANTS
For our fellow foodies,
Try ALL of the natural fruit juices – mora (blackberry), lulo, mandarina (tangerine), maracuyá (passion fruit)
Other foods to try include: bandeja paisa, chicharrón, chorizo, patacones, ajiaco, empanadas, papas criollas, pan de bono, pan de yuca, almojábana, arepas de choclo, arepas de queso. You won’t be disappointed!
Our Favorites:
Panka (Japanese - Peruvian fusion)
El Botánico (Great drinks, food and vibe!)
Colosal (Cozy and beautiful, the views of the city are just breath taking)
El Cielo (Fancy and experimental tasting Menu - book a reservation in advance! Only Michelin star restaurant in Colombia) $$$$
Oci.Mde- (Contemporary cuisine and fancy cocktails)
Niku (Japanese - Peruvian fusion, good ambiance)
Dos Santos (Mexican cuisine, great ambiance)
Carmen (Upscale innovative colombian cuisine)
Alambique (Stylish garden-themed restaurant, creative plates & cocktails adorned with flowers)
For some typical Colombian food try:
CAFÉS + BRUNCH
ROOFTOP BARS
La Deriva (Click Clack Hotel)
El Zarzo (Boutique El Zarzo Hotel)
SHOPPING
Makeno: Locally owned, it is a design concept store where you can find beautiful, high-quality Colombian designers, swimsuits, fashion, jewelry.
Ocho43: Boutique by Colombian designers. Women’s clothing and accessories as well as a small section of children’s items.
THINGS TO DO
E Pueblito Paisa
El Jardín Botánico (large, open, green space with over 4500 types of flowers and 139 different bird species)
Parque Arvi (nature reserve just outside of Medellín.)
