Bistro El Bandido

Bogotá


Step back in time at this popular high-end bar and brasserie hidden behind residential shrubbery in Nogal. DJ's spin oldies (think Big Band, Elvis) between live jazz/swing sets while a well-heeled crowd laps up classic cocktails (from COP$23,000). An excellent menu of brasserie standbys, including a chorizo appetizer, coq au vin and fish meunière, come highly recommended.

It all surrounds a big and beautiful social bar – somewhat of a novelty in Bogotá – but don't forget to peek in the back, where the tiny and gorgeous Bar Enano (the bar within the bar!) is one of the city's hot spots. Reservations essential after 7pm.


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