restaurants
Articles tagged restaurants on Medellin Living — Medellín expat guides and stories.
The Top Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurants in Medellin (Plus What to Order!)
Eating healthy is no big deal, and less so for those who love animals and prefer not to eat their meat. Vegan and vegetarian restaurants are perfect for people who don’t want to eat animal protein, but still want to be…
The Ultimate Guide to Medellín’s Parque Arví
Medellín is the perfect combination of urban sprawl and nature – the city’s famous orange buildings contrast with patches of green and attract culturists and nature-lovers alike. Not only is Medellín’s landscape…
Towns Near Medellín: Guatapé
One of the reasons Medellín is a must-visit destination is because not only does the city boast a stunning location and an array of things to do, it’s also perfectly positioned to access other pueblos in Antioquia. As…
The Top Pet-Friendly Places in Medellín
The weather, abundance of green spaces and culture in Medellín make it the perfect city to own a pet – plus vet costs and general expenses like food tend to be much cheaper here than compared to the U.S or Europe. While…
Your Organic Guide to Medellín
My time in Colombia has naturally been spent sampling all the local food. After all, to get a taste of a country, you need to literally get a taste. However, during my culinary feast, I’ve begun to wonder how easy it is…
Digital Nomad Guide Medellín Ebook Review
A review of a digital nomad guide Medellin ebook, including tips on where to live, work and eat in Medellin
Colombian Dating: 18 Great Places to Take a Date
18 places to take a date in Medellin, including restaurants, cafes, and places for drinks and dancing.
Guide to Vegetarian Restaurants in Medellín and Beyond
We provide an updated guide to the exploding vegetarian restaurants scene in the Medellín metro area.
Papa Johns Pizza Opens in Envigado
Papa Johns Pizza recently opened its third restaurant in the Medellín metro area located in Envigado. But other US-based chains are also expanding.
Parmessano: a Popular Chain of Italian Restaurants in Medellín
Jeff takes us to Parmessano, which is a chain of nine Italian restaurants in Medellín with some good Italian food.
Le Coq Rosticeria: Chicken that is Finger-Lickin’ Good
Sonja takes us to Le Coq Rosticeria restaurant, which has some phenomenal rotisserie chicken and some decadent desserts as well as good service.
Federal Ribs: a Chain of Good Rib Joints in Medellín
Jeff takes us to Federal Ribs, which is a chain of restaurants in Medellín specializing in BBQ ribs with some tasty ribs.
Kusi: Peruvian Cuisine in Laureles
Ximena tells us about Kusi,a new Peruvian restaurant in Laureles on Nutibara. Its name, meaning happiness, is a perfect description of the dining experience it provides.
Pizza en Leña Opened Second Pizzeria in Sabaneta
The popular Pizza en Leña opened its second pizzeria in Sabaneta, serving thin crust pizza cooked in a brick oven considered the best in Sabaneta.
Contenedores Food Place in Envigado
Jeff takes us to Contenedores, which is a unique dining place in Envigado with good Argentinian, Mexican, Italian, Sushi and Gourmet Burger restaurants.
Restaurante Barcal: Excellent Contemporary Food
Jeff takes us to Restaurante Barcal, a contemporary restaurant, which is rated one of the best restaurants in Medellín with a creative young chef.
La Pampa Parrilla: an Argentina Steakhouse Chain
Jeff takes us to La Pampa Parrilla, a chain of four Argentina steakhouses in Medellín, which are very popular with locals and expats.
San Carbon: a Gastronomic Landmark Steakhouse in Medellín
San Carbon is one of the gastronomic landmarks in Medellín as it’s the largest steakhouse in the city with some good steaks.
La Esquina Mediterránea: The Best Lasagna in Sabaneta
Jeff takes us south to La Esquina Mediterránea, which is a small Mediterranean-style restaurant that is considered to have the best lasagna in Sabaneta.
Krispy Kreme Opens Its First Donut Shop in Medellín
Krispy Kreme opened its first donut shop in Medellín last week and Jeff takes us inside.
Sabaneta’s Golden Gastronomy
An invitation to explore the gastronomy Sabaneta has to offer, as we name four of Sabaneta’s delicious lunch restaurants.
SiembraViva: Organic Vegetables Right To Your Door
SiembraViva is an e-commerce company taking locally grown products right to your door. Available in Medellín, Envigado, Sabaneta and Bello.
Pizza en Leña: The Best Pizza in Sabaneta
Jeff takes us south to Pizza en Leña, which serves thin crust pizza cooked in a brick oven and is considered the best pizza in Sabaneta.
Barrita Burrito: The Best Burrito Joint in Town
Barrita Burrito is a mexican restaurant offering make-your-own burritos. They’re located in three areas of Medellín.
5 Up-and-Coming Cafés and Restaurants in Laureles
Laureles is a growing neighborhood in Medellín full of trendy restaurants, bars and cafes. Here are five new places in Laureles for you to try.
Restaurante El Viejo John: Traditional Colombian Food in Sabaneta
Jeff takes us to El Viejo John, one of the most popular restaurants in Sabaneta, specializing in Antioquian cuisine, including bandeja paisa.
Bariloche Parrilla: A New Argentina Steakhouse
Bariloche Parrilla Argentina is a new Argentinian steakhouse in Medellín, which opened just a few months ago and Jeff takes us inside.
La Pampa Parrilla: Argentinian BBQ in Laureles
La Pampa Parrilla Argentina in Laureles is the newest in a chain of Argentinian BBQ restaurants located in Medellín.
El Pilon Guaraceño: A Cheap and Cheerful Colombian Restaurant
El Pilon Guaraceño is a cheap and cheerful Colombian restaurant in Parque Poblado, which serves hearty food at a reasonable price.
Glacée: An Ice Cream Sandwich Parlor
Build your own ice cream sandwich in this funky parlor in Poblado.
J&C Delicias: Gourmet Arepas with Everything
J&C Delicias specializes in gourmet arepas, which can be topped with just about anything. The restaurant has over a dozen locations in and around Medellín.
“El Aula” is the New Addition to the Carlos E. Food Scene
El Aula is a new restaurant shaking the Carlos E. Restrepo food scene with its Mediterranean influence.
The 10 Best Places to Take a Date
Ryan shares his 10 best places to take a date in Medellín, some of which you likely know already, but others that might still be a secret to most.
The Chocolate House: A Little Piece of Heaven
Located on Calle 8 #34-33 in Provenza, right next to Bogotá Beer Company, The Chocolate House is the perfect place to return to childhood for a few hours.
The Best Street Food in Medellín
Ryan aims to find the best street food in Medellín, but his favorites are just the beginning. He wants your advice too, as there are hundreds of options.
The Food Truck Trend Comes to Colombia
Ryan discovers the food truck trend in Bogotá and tries each one at the city’s primary park for these mobile restaurants, which are all over the capital.
Listening to Our Readers: Updates to the “Best Of Medellín” Based on Your Input
We at Medellín Living like listening to our readers, and based on your input we have revised half of our “Best Of Medellín” stories from the past year.