Location: Riohacha
Top Restaurants in Riohacha
La Guajira Department, Colombia Food Guide: 6 Latin food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Riohacha
Discover Restaurants offering the best Latin food in Riohacha, La Guajira Department, Colombia. Riohacha (Spanish pronunciation: [rjoˈa.tʃa]), Rio Hacha or Rio de la Hacha (English: River of the Axe or Axeshore - Wayuu: Süchiimma, "Süchii" means river, and "mma" means land, Riverland), is a city in the Riohacha Municipality in the northern Caribbean Region of Colombia by the mouth of the Ranchería River and the Caribbean sea, capital city of the La Guajira Department. Founded by conquistador Nikolaus Federmann in 1535, Riohacha was named after a local legend "The legend of the Axe". Owing to the powerful rain shadow of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, the area is mostly desertic and inhabited by Amerindians, predominantly by members of the Wayuu ethnic group. During colonial times Riohacha was a very important port due to the discovery of vast numbers of pearls. In the second half of the 20th Century, the city became one of Colombia's medium important, maritime commercial ports as well as a multicultural center for La Guajira Department. The city is mentioned several times in One Hundred Years of Solitude, Love in the Time of Cholera, and Chronicle of a Death Foretold, novels written by Gabriel García Márquez.
Things to do in Riohacha
6. Iguaraya Express
Reviewed By Miguel_F_Roa
Amplio menú ejecutivo, muy económico, por lo que se constituye en una excelente opción en medio de la zona turÃstica, aunque también tiene opciones a la carta, Ambiente agradable y buen servicio.
5. Palomino food park
Reviewed By hawkeye1944
We went two straight nights (December 27th and 28th) for the waffles with various toppings including Nutella and strawberries for me. We wanted Colombian Palomino atomsphere which is exactly what we got. Open air, not fancy but clean. The owners were super friendly and the waffles were outstanding both nights. I noticed they serve other meals and if we would have stayed in Palomino longer we would have visited for regular meals. Highly recommended.
4. Pichiguel Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By Lippicus K
The place is friendship with an atmosphere of home. You can eat the most delicious dishes of the colombian traditon, cooked with the international experience of Jova, the owner and chef. Every days fresh products from the market give you genuine foods and refreshing and juice juices. It's really the place to be to recharge your energy and keep going your journey.El lugar es amistoso con un sentido de hogar. Usted puede comer los platos más deliciosos de la tradición colombiana, cocinados con la experiencia internacional de Jova, la duena y la chef. Todos los dÃas, los productos frescos del mercado le dan comidas genuinas y jugos refrescantes. Realmente es el lugar dond recargar tu energÃa y continuar tu viaje.
3. La Trece Bistro
Overall Ratings
5 based on 79 reviews
We are the masters of hamburgers in town and the house of the best Margaritas. Our menu in addition to hamburgers includes other dishes of American food such as wings and hot dogs, some mexican fodd with a Caribbean touch, pasta and seafood; in order to m
Reviewed By gieriegonzalez
It is a good place for drinks and the food looks good, although we were here just for drinks.We had a mango margarita and a gin tonic with lime and pepper.Nice ambiance for an outside drinkThank you Angela for you visiting and review!
2. La Jaus by LaTrece
Overall Ratings
5 based on 33 reviews
La Jaus is a colourful and upbeat restaurant located in the heart of Riohacha´s historic centre. Our menu is a honest mix of the best both Mediterranean and guajira cuisine has to offer where our local products are the stars. From tasty entries which are
Reviewed By tgatz1
My friend and I went to La Jaus on our one night in Riohacha, and we had a great time. The restaurant has an atmosphere of its own, with outdoors and indoors sitting options. The food was very good - while original at the same time - reasonably priced, and the staff very attentive. Definitely a must for high quality cuisine (mix of local specialties and Italian cuisine) in Riohacha! (Do give pizzas a try, they are original and excellent)Thank you so much for your visit and for taking a bit f your time to share your experience. It is awesome to know you opinion.
1. Lima
Overall Ratings
4 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By Derry M
I spent two nights in Riohacha last April-2019-and had dinner here each night.This is a lovely place to dine at.The food is excellent and so reasonably priced.The staff are friendly and professional.In this regard I want to pay tribute to Fernelis and Cesar-two very nice people....My guide book was right : this place DOES serve the best food in town...The restaurant itself is clean and attractive and it all makes for an unforgettable dining experience...Definitely worth 10 out of 10.
What to do and see in Riohacha, Colombia: The Best Places and Tips
