Zona Cafetera
Run by a talented young local chef and his Kiwi partner, this hip restaurant serves up some of the best food in the Zona Cafetera, with innovative takes…
Must-see restaurants in Zona Cafetera
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Manizales
Worth every penny of your hard-earned money, this place serves modern Colombian dishes with an international twist, lovingly crafted by chef Pablo who…
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Armenia
This is one of Armenia's finest restaurants and with good reason. Its strengths lie in the carnivore-pleasing, American-style steaks, the melt-in-your…
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Pereira
Just off the Circunvalar, this hugely popular altar to things that go moo delights the carnivorously inclined with its wide selection of both thin- and…
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Salento
There's a lot to love about a place that pushes the culinary boundaries of a small-town dining scene, with its ambitious pairings of flavors (salmon with…
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Salento
We love Lucy for her gut-busting, best-value-in-town meals: fish, beef or chicken served with rice, beans, plantain and soup, consumed at busy communal…
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Salento
Tuck into delicious international cuisine out on the deck or in front of the open fireplace at this fantastic modern bistro. On the diverse menu you'll…
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Salento
Get your gringo on at this hugely popular little diner serving big portions of American classics to homesick travelers. Take your pick from excellent…
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Manizales
A bright little Mexican spot on the edge of the Milan dining strip serving tacos, quesadillas and elotes (Mexican grilled corn) with brilliance, flourish…
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Armenia
A block from Plaza de Bolívar is this fine paisa restaurant. It serves lovingly prepared traditional fare, including bandeja paisa and, on weekends,…
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Armenia
Just a few hundred meters from the zona rosa is this restaurant with eclectic decor: kids’ bikes, umbrellas and empty wine bottles dangle from the ceiling…
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Armenia
For a quality Italian meal, look no further than this well-run restaurant in a converted house in the north of town. The atmosphere is casual, with…
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Manizales
Rushi is a hip vegetarian restaurant serving great juices and interesting dishes such as vegetarian lasagna, quinoa couscous and chickpea casserole,…
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Salento
Prepares gourmet pizzas, pasta and, if you're in the mood for culinary Russian roulette, hit-and-miss Indian curries, all served on a deck overlooking the…
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Manizales
An unpretentious little place with just a handful of tables serving up traditional French fare at good prices. Take your pick from a variety of crepes …
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Pereira
Up an unmarked staircase in a nondescript house in the center, this homely vegetarian restaurant is a local institution, serving up delicious meat-free…
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Manizales
This scrumptious bakery does great pastries and serves tasty breakfasts plus excellent light lunches, including pastas, gourmet sandwiches and wraps. But…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Manizales
Full-service supermarket in Cable Plaza for those who want to cook. Has a good self-service fruit-salad bar.
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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…
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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…
