DINING

As one of Latin America’s major metropoli, Medellín is building a reputation as a gastronomic destination where even the most demanding palate will enjoy a satisfying culinary experience.

Visitors should be sure to sample traditional Antioquia cuisine, such as bandeja paisa, a mixed platter which typically includes grilled steak, stewed red beans, pork cracklings, avocado, blood sausage, and fried plantains. Restaurant menus also offer traditional fare from other regions of Colombia along with international and contemporary cuisine. Wherever you choose to dine, enjoy a cup of delicious Colombian coffee, the smoothest in the world.

Restaurant and entertainment clusters are scattered across Medellín. Lleras Park and the Zona Rosa section of El Poblado district are filled with innovatively designed restaurants, clubs, and bars. The restaurants lining Buena Mesa Street are renowned for their local and international cuisine. Visitors looking for a semi-rural atmosphere and spectacular views of the city can opt for the Las Palmas Tourist Route. The Laureles district is home to dozens of restaurants and outdoor eateries. And, whatever your budget, any number of excellent restaurants await you in downtown Medellín.