El Maná

Top choice in San Gil


This popular, word-of-mouth favorite is the best Colombian restaurant in town. You can taste the extra love in the fantastic set meals – seven or so to choose from daily – featuring traditional dishes like chicken in plum sauce, estofado de pollo (chicken stew) and grilled mountain trout. The bummer is that it closes early – no good if you're out all day.


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1. Parque La Libertad

0.17 MILES

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2. Catedral Santa Cruz

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5. Taller Centro Dia

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7. Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepción

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8. Capilla de Jesús Resucitado

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