Top Spots to Eat & Sip in Cartagena, Colombia

Becs
Jul 29
4 min read

Updated: Aug 12

Looking for spots to eat & sip in Cartagena, Colombia?! Here is a list full of wonderful spots to enjoy a meal or fresh beverage! This list will be continually updated. Do you have a recommendation?! Let us know where to go next time!

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Lucena Rooftop

Located: Centro Histórico, Calle las carretas, Cra. 7 #34 - 31, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia

If you are looking for delicious Caribbean and seafood dishes with a rooftop view of Cartagena, make sure to check out Lucena Rooftop! After climbing four flights of stairs, you make it to the top of Lucena Rooftop. This spot has live music, delicious seafood entrees, fresh guacamole, and more. I would recommend trying the salmon entree and the natural lemonade...superb! Service may take a bit longer than usual, but keep in mind that the staff has to run up and down the stairs to bring the food to your table!

Quero Arepa

Located: San Diego Calle 37 #9-130, Cartagena, Bolivar 130001

Looking for a spot in Cartagena that serves mouthwatering Arepas all day and all night? Quero Arepa is a 24 hour arepas hot spot that serves loaded arepas, spectacular ceviche and caprese, freshly squeezed lemonades and adult beverages, and more! There are several different options of arepas to choose from...serving a little bit of everything for everyone! This was the BEST ceviche I have ever eaten...I'd highly recommend checking out Quero Arepa in Cartagena, Colombia.

Buena Vida Marisqueria

Located: Cl. del Porvenir, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar 130001

Craving a fresh Caribbean breakfast/brunch?? Buena Vida in Cartagena, Colombia is a wonderful spot to check out! I'd recommend making reservations because of how popular this spot is...we were lucky enough to get a seat at the bar! I ordered the breakfast nachos but ended up getting the taquitos instead...happy surprise, honestly! Add Buena Vida to your food bucket list in Cartagena, Colombia.

Cafe De La Manana

Located: calle Estanco del Aguardiente #05-80, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia

The cutest cafe has been found in Cartagena, Columbia and it's called Cafe De La Manana. The second you walk through the door, you know you are about to have a relaxing and enjoyable breakfast. From the music, to the openness of the restaurant, to the abundance of plants, the smell of coffee and more...this cafe is one you will want to visit in Cartagena! PS: Make sure to order the fresh and vibrant: Avocado Toast!

Masaki Sushi Wok

Located: Cl. del Colegio # 34-32, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia

We visited a popular sushi spot while vacationing in Cartagena, Colombia and we absolutely LOVED our meal. While you are waiting on your food to come out, you can watch the sushi chef create and roll his masterpieces. We ordered a couple house sushi rolls, along with the meat stir-fry rice. Have you ever tried a wasabi margarita?? That is something you have to try at least once! Check out Masaki in Cartagena, Colombia when you are craving some fresh sushi!

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Intriga Tropical

Located: Cl. 1A #1, El Laguito, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia

Integra Tropical is a seafood lover's dream spot: fresh seafood along with a stellar view of the water. This is a popular spot to visit on date nights or celebrations because they go "all out" with the table decorations if you call ahead! Since you are right next to the water, you can't go wrong ordering any of the seafood plates! Make sure to start off your meal with fresh ceviche too. Visit Intriga Tropical if you are looking for a great spot to dine in Cartagena!

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Ely Cafe

Located: Cl. 7 #2-50, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia

After a long morning of scuba diving, this delicious cafe felt heaven sent! This spot is a popular cafe in Cartagena for the fresh plates they serve, along with beautiful and delicious pastries, pies, and cakes. I ordered the cheese arepa (signature item), along with the delightful Bolognese. My friend ordered the coconut pie and the stacked breakfast arepa. The service is friendly and the patio is very relaxing. I'd highly recommend dining at an Ely Cafe while you are in Colombia!

Costa Vita Cafe

Located: CL DE LAS CARRETAS K7 #34-29, Local 2, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia

I scream, you scream....we all scream for gelato! There are several spots to enjoy fresh and delicious gelato in Cartagena, but if you see Costa Vita...make sure to stop! They have a variety of unique and flavorful gelato options, as well as coffees, pastries, and small snacks. We stopped at Costa Vita after a 4 hour tour of the city and the gelato HIT THE SPOT! 10/10 recommend the coffee flavor of gelato at Costa Vita!

Taboo Disco Club

Located: Cl. 24 #10-55, Getsemaní, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia

We were looking for a spot to sit down and enjoy a meal pretty late in the evening and we stumbled upon Taboo. This spot may be a club, but you don't want to sleep on the food they serve! I ordered the ribs with yuca fries and a fresh salad. The food was delicious and the dining area had a nice ambience. Fair warning: if you are traveling and need WIFI, this might not be your spot to visit because they don't have public WIFI.

I will continually update this list when I revisit Colombia! Do you have recommendations on where people should go in Colombia?! Add your recommendations in the comments on the Instagram posts!