Around Medellín
Slow-cooked ribs in a punchy, tangy barbecue sauce that just fall off the bone, and nice cuts of medium-rare steak – these are much-appreciated rarities…
Must-see restaurants in Medellín & Zona Cafetera
Pereira
A cozy little spot serving fantastic traditional Italian cuisine accompanied by imported Italian wines. Portions aren't huge and the service can be a…
Medellín
For authentic, quality Italian food, look no further than this unpretentious bistro. The pizzas are tasty but it is the pastas that really excel,…
Zona Cafetera
A cute little hole-in-the-wall place that serves up great tacos and other authentic Mexican dishes. There's a good selection of fiery sauces and the…
Medellín
Worth a visit for its great grilled octopus and wonderful seafood rice dishes. While the food is good, the ambience is a bit corporate. There's another…
Manizales
This modern place delivers with great home-style Italian food. The flavors here are subtle, the ingredients fresh and the staff professional. Has a fair…
Around Medellín
A cute cafe serving an array of delicious light meals at reasonable prices. The desserts are top-notch, too.
Medellín
This open-air restaurant overlooking a gushing stream in Provenza delivers some solid flavors and good service. The causas are moreish and the tuna is…
Guatapé
Right opposite the lake, with an elevated, open-air dining area, this popular grill has good tunes and does quality paisa food, including filling…
Medellín
Nestled on the edge of Parque La Presidenta, this fashionable open-air cafe is a local favorite for pizza (veggie toppings only) but the quality of both…
Medellín
This weekly farmers market in Parque La Presidenta is a good place to pick up farm-fresh vegetables and homemade supplies including honey, sausages, bread…
Medellín
Part restaurant, part Hare Krishna cultural center, Govinda's has a great-value vegetarian buffet. Choose from a wide range of soups, soy-based mains,…
Pereira
At this large 24-hour self-service restaurant/bakery you can put together your own lunch or dinner at the buffet. Alternatively, in the middle of the day…
Guatapé
This spacious 2nd-floor restaurant has great views of the lake and does its best to recreate a mix of global flavors. Choose from freshly prepared Indian…
Medellín
Tradespeople sit shoulder-to-shoulder with sharp-suited business folk at this no-nonsense diner near Parque Poblado. It serves cheap and cheerful paisa…
Medellín
Set in the middle of the zona rosa, this open-air Italian restaurant doesn't do gimmicks or discounts, just hearty food at a fair price. It serves pizza…
Pereira
This upmarket open-air restaurant sits outside the city on top of a mountain overlooking the twinkling lights of Pereira. The food is for the most part…
Medellín
This 24-hour supermarket next to Centro Comercial Oviedo is a good place to stock up on provisions and has a good fruit-salad bar, which is a convenient…
Manizales
Near the heart of the zona rosa, this popular restaurant is famed for its chicharrón, but also does great burgers and more filling meals – try the cazuela…
Medellín
Locals love this fashionable food hall in the Ciudad del Río area that is decked out like a traditional marketplace. While the ambience is fun, the plates…
Plaza Minorista José María Villa
Medellín
This huge, bustling undercover market has more than 2500 stalls, selling mostly food. It was established in 1984 to remove hawkers from the streets. It's…
Medellín
This atmospheric Poblado eatery is popular for its flavorful Middle Eastern classics and Indian dishes. Make sure to try the flatbread baked fresh right…
Armenia
An oasis in a city of slim pickings for herbivores, this long-running vegetarian cafe prepares an excellent lunch buffet (COP$10,500), as well as great…
Zona Cafetera
In a brightly painted house close to the plaza, this restaurant serves up burgers, trout and steak alongside a cheap and filling lunch special, which is…
Manizales
Full-service supermarket in Cable Plaza for those who want to cook. Has a good self-service fruit-salad bar.
Around Medellín
This no-nonsense diner is popular with the locals thanks to its massive portions of well-prepared typical Colombian food. Bring an appetite.
Around Medellín
For a cheap feed, follow the crowd of locals to this simple diner on the main plaza. It serves big portions of traditional favorites.
Medellín
This long-running seafood place serves a variety of delicious dishes in an unpretentious Caribbean setting.
Manizales
Famous for its large portions of traditional Colombian food, this place is great if you're hungry or just fueling up for a late night. The menu includes…
Medellín
More than a little out of place in chic Poblado, Beto's is a no-nonsense diner that serves up hearty plates of simple paisa food at budget prices. The set…
Manizales
For a cheap and filling bite, check out this little kiosk located in a food court behind Cable Plaza. It offers falafel sandwiches and shawarma as well as…
