Best Colombian restaurants for foodies in Bogotá

Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey through Colombia? In this article, we will explore the vibrant and diverse food scene in Bogotá - Colombia, and I will guide you through some of the best restaurants that are a must-visit for any self-proclaimed foodie. From traditional Colombian dishes to innovative fusions, this guide will take you on a delectable adventure through the country's top culinary hotspots. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and discover the best that Colombian cuisine has to offer. Join me as we uncover the top restaurants that will delight even the most discerning food enthusiasts.

Let’s begin…

Madre 

https://www.instagram.com/madrebgta/?hl=es

With a diverse menu and fusion cuisine, this restaurant plays with Colombian ingredients in a very unique spot in the center of Bogotá.

Testigo Restaurante

https://www.instagram.com/testigobgta/?hl=en

“Stories forged between the wooden smoke and tradition are the ones we found in this hidden traditional oasis in the center of Bogota! It is located atop Pasaje Rivas, an artisanal fair that has been in Bogota for decades! It’s a magical journey from beginning to end!”

Chamánico

https://www.instagram.com/chamanicorestaurante

Restaurant inspired by ethnic and rural territories. It offers sacred foods that come from different Afro-Colombian, indigenous, and peasant peoples.

Mini-Mal

https://www.instagram.com/restauranteminimalbogota/?hl=en

https://mini-mal.org/

For 23 years they have been dedicated to protecting cultural tradition and strengthening the social fabric by conducting gastronomic research. Diversity is their main base. 

Salvo Patria

https://www.instagram.com/salvopatria/?hl=en

“Salvo Patria is that signature cuisine that gives style to dinner, but that does not need tablecloths because its vibe is modern, full of music, and sustainable and curious wines. They have what you are looking for a day of good food, a large and beautiful house, vinyls to improve the atmosphere, and dishes that also put them back, in America's 50 Best Restaurants.”

Débora: 

https://www.instagram.com/deborarest/?hl=en

“Each of the dishes that come to the table is presented as a canvas to understand Colombian cuisine, Débora is to learn about the country, new ingredients, and how sweetbreads, a cassava aligot or tuna, end up in the mouth with the ideal pairing”

El Rancho de Lili

https://www.instagram.com/el_ranchodelili

To end with a flourish, we want to highlight an unmissable option: Lili's Ranch. It is situated in Plaza de la Perseverancia, one of Bogotá's most important markets. The market is home to several traditional cooks who have been delighting locals and foreigners with their delicious food for many years. This magical place is a cultural and gastronomic treasure of Bogotá and was even featured in the series "Street Food: Latin America.

Take a look and get ready to crave it. We hope this guide has inspired you to explore the culinary delights that Bogotá has to offer. Get ready to enjoy the vibrant and diverse food scene that this magnificent city has to offer! 

Stay tuned for more recommendations.

Written by: Sara María Fernández Padilla

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