Restaurants cuisine du monde Andean Region

One of the finest gastronomic experiences in the country. Rafael Buitrago's masterful cuisine pays sublime homage to Santander's traditions. Together with his team, the Chef works with local produce and sublimates it through technique. In the kitchen, a symphony, in the plate, poetry where risk-taking is great but hyper-mastered. Here, goat's cheese is confit and roasted, hazelnut butter is scented with sage and walnuts or with ant, and beet is smoked. For dessert, a moving tribute to the Chef's grandmother. It's worthy of a Michelin star.

A nice change from traditional local cuisine. It was set up by Chantal Guerin, a friendly Swiss-born chef who has lived in Popayán for some twenty years. The welcome is warm and the service excellent. Chantal makes her own soups, sauces and pastas, using only the freshest ingredients grown by Cauca farmers. On the menu, pasta, lasagne, pizzas, rare meats (at last!), and everything is good! There's even fondue if you fancy.

Awarded with the Silver Toque of Colombia, it is unofficially the best restaurant of Popayan. The food is more expensive than elsewhere (while remaining very reasonable when you come with your euros), but also more refined and you can feel an effort in the service. The European opinions are however mixed, except for the delicious beef which is cooked as requested (rare in Colombia), and the ceviche style trout filet. The choice of wine is rather meager. The setting is rather kitsch, with its well-waxed parquet floor and its chandeliers and gilding on the walls.

An excellent choice for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Traditional dishes from the Boyacá and very pleasant prices.

Good Italian cuisine in a welcoming setting. Pasta, pizza and hot fingers sandwiches.

A good Lebanese restaurant offering oriental specialities, such as hummus, plats, taboulés and falafels dishes. Good value for money.

Excellent traditional Colombian cuisine.

Pretty chic, to the image of the neighborhood. Four different atmospheres… a map with Spanish accents. Book at home. One of the best tables in town.

There is literature alongside the literature, a stone's throw from the University of Antioquia. Choice of salads. Café appreciated by local university Bohemia.

Family framework: Swimming pool, bungalows, sports activities. The table is correct. Los Manguitos also makes a hotel, counting $ 120 000 for a double room with breakfast.

In the direction of the ruins, just after the Hotel Yalconia, here is a good table. Treat yourself to meat, fish and salads. We love the balcony on the back, with a nice view. Service is a bit slow but the wait is rewarded.

This bamboo restaurant offers typical dishes that are calent. Very low price menu at noon. Fast service.

A good restaurant, offering typical dishes at reasonable prices. Beef, pork, fish, pasta, etc. The service is attentive.

At Esteban's, there's no doubt about it: they know how to marry Mediterranean and Colombian flavors! Since 2009, this friendly, colorful address has been cooking fresh produce grown by local farmers. For starters, opt for an antipasti plate, then try the generously topped pizzas - you'll be pleasantly surprised! The pastas, made on site, are also unanimously appreciated: pesto, Neapolitan or Mediterranean with a good dose of Parmesan. For a meal in a friendly, artisanal setting, with an open kitchen on a relaxing patio.

Right in the heart of San Augustin, you'll immediately be charmed by the warm welcome and decor of this restaurant. Ariel is a Spaniard who has lived in Colombia for several years, sharing his love of gastronomy by cooking delicious dishes with Mediterranean, South American and, of course, Colombian flavors. Chef Ariel is always on the lookout for new dishes to experiment with. You can start with a cocktail (sangria or Mexican and French liqueurs). Not to be missed!

Fancy a brunch? Head to this small, modern café, a meeting place for digital nomads, local employees and other expatriates. Here, you'll find a wide range of dishes to get your day off to a good start, including vegetarian options and brunches served until 8pm! In addition to the coffee, Hiba Mia's star attraction, you'll find the unmissable Smashed Avo (avocado, feta, humus, feta...), well-stocked bagels, the tostada francesa or the Cacao Smoothie Bowl to fill you up with vitamins. A simple, healthy and gourmet address.

Soups, stews, fish and other local meats fill the plates of this friendly restaurant in the main square. You can enjoy a typical bandeja paisa, made with rice, fried plantain, arepa and meat (cerdo, pollo, chicharron or chorizo). Meat eaters will opt for a churrasco , while Colombian gastronomy fans will opt for a sanchoco, a kind of local pot-au-feu. A la carte, burgers, pasta or ramen, there's something for every taste, and all at a great price!