Donde Francesca

Top choice in San Andrés


Right on the beach, this breezy place may be little more than a shack, but it serves up absolutely delicious traditional Caribbean food, such as langostinos al coco (breaded crayfish deep-fried with coconut), pulpo al ajillo (octopus cooked in garlic) and tempura calamari. Even better, showers and changing facilities mean you can combine a meal with a swim.


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