Location: Santa Marta
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Where to eat Latin food in Santa Marta: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Best Latin restaurants nearby. Discover the best Latin food in Santa Marta. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Latin restaurants near you.. The oldest city in Colombia, romantic Santa Marta is fringed by beautiful beaches and the stunning mountains of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta range. Ancient ruins take cover in the lush mangrove forests of Tayrona National Park, the perfect spot for a day hike. Snorkel along vibrant reefs, then make your way to a café for a multicultural meal that incorporates the flavors of Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe. When the sun goes down, the nightlife kicks up its heels in the bars and discos of the Parque de Los Novios.
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10. Tronco Burrito
Overall Ratings
4 based on 112 reviews
Reviewed By Alex S
Tronco Burrito is a "make your own" burrito/taco/nacho with a configuration similar to chains such as Chipotle and Qdoba in the United States. They do serve beer as well as soft drinks (several cold coca colas go best with the burrito). You elect whether you're going to have a burrito/taco/nacho and then, get to choose the fillings/toppings you'd like. What sets this establishment apart (and well above) the others is the use of al pastor chicken. Deliciously flavored, not too mild not too spicy, and juicy as can be. I got the burrito with the al pastor chicken, black beans, cilantro rice, veggies, lettuce, cheese+sour cream, salsas and their nacho cheese (+costs extra but nothing good in life is free). Again they stand out because of their salsa, which do not hold back in flavor or heat (they have 3 levels: mild/medium/hot) and are a blended salsa for smooth consistency. I got the spiciest and loved it, as it was not overwhelming but accentuated the flavors within the burrito as well as added heat. As a lover of all things nacho cheese i took the risk and got their jalapeno cheddar cheese sauce (comes in a squirt bottle), and was not dissappointed at all, great cheesey flavor, mild spice, and combined with the sour cream: creates a dynamic of cool and creamy versus the hot and spicy that comes with the al pastor+ hot sauce. My mouth is actually watering as I recount this and my greatest disappointment was finding out that Santa Marta is one of the only locations (their cartagena location closed). If this establishment was in the states, or elsewhere in Colombia I would have eaten here many, many, more times.
9. HOT El Punto Multiple del Sabor
Overall Ratings
4 based on 268 reviews
Reviewed By JLSWE
We arrived early evening. The place was almost empty except a birthday party in a separate salon. We had to get our own menu because the waitresses were busy doing nothing. We sat at to tables beside each other but the same waitress where not able to take the same order. The pizza was ok, just ok, but the beverages arrived late and the lack of interest from the abundant employees makes me not want to come back. There are better places for pizza in Santa Marta Rodadero
8. Restaurante Bar Burukuka
Overall Ratings
4 based on 919 reviews
Reviewed By dcdavel
We celebrated our 10th anniversary at Burukuka. They seated us on the edge of the patio as requested in my reservation, and promptly brought us a bottle of Veuve Clicquot at a reasonable price. Our reservations were at 5:30, which allowed us to watch a perfect sunset. The food was fairly good: tropical chicken, plantains with guac and sour cream, but relatively pricey compared to other Rodadero restaurants, but still reasonable considering the atmosphere and sunset view of Rodadero. Service was also good, but not quite as expected for the price and occasion that they were aware of. The biggest disappointment was the amount of litter visible on the hillside that the restaurants sits on. It would only take a few hours to tie off some ropes and lower someone down to collect the trash. It's not quite a cliff, so it's doable, and the results would be a drastic improvement. They are most popular after the sun goes down as they bring in a DJ and the patio tables are cleared for dancing. It's worth the visit for the photo opp alone.
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7. Donde Chucho
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1815 reviews
Reviewed By J0haR
It's a nice place but that is is. The food is good. The service is great but there is nothing outstanding about it
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6. Restaurante El Bistro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 331 reviews
Reviewed By LisPau
If you are looking to have a quick, good, affordable and tasty lunch, this is your place. Don't expect fine plates and excellent service, it's just good. The food quality is great indeed and the portions are big. Nothing to critisice, but it didn't wow me either.
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5. Rocoto
Overall Ratings
4 based on 336 reviews
Reviewed By LauraRpo
I hope this comment can help any of you . I am a person that likes to travel a lot . One of my favorite things to do is to try a Peruvian restaurant in each of the country that I visit. I love the gastronomy of Peru ... My experience was like this . I enter the restaurant and it was completely empty , this was my first scary feeling I started to doubt. 2. Than they gave me the menu which was on a paper ( bad point ) 3. menu doesnt not have so many options at all ( super bad point ) Each restaurant that I have visit so far has so many things to choose from . 4. The price of each dish is sky high . ( on my 5th ur gonna find out why I considered high ) 5. I thought this restaurant was PERuVIAn . It DOES NOT HAVE A PERUVIAN TASTE AT ALL ...I was totally dissapointed.
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4. Bistroveg
Overall Ratings
5 based on 53 reviews
Bistroveg by Ouzo is a vegetarian restaurant with vegan and gluten free options. Through the experience of American chef Mike McMurdo and local chef Juan Bautista, it delivers local and international flavors.
Reviewed By Heiole
Iâm not really a vegetarian so my friendo had to talk me into going to the restaurant. But the flavours and creativity the restaurant present really makes you forget your craving for meat or fish. A really pleasant surprise for me! The service was also friendly and attentive. I really recommend trying this place!!
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3. Restaurante Lamart
Overall Ratings
4 based on 762 reviews
Reviewed By Maija S
Lamart does amazing seafood always packed full of yummy flavour and beautifully presented. The thai curry is incredible and most recently we had a really delicious fresh corvina fish and cayeye. Definitely recommend for a romantic lunch or dinner - it is especially nice at night when the street is all lit up!
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2. Entre Cuates
Overall Ratings
4 based on 420 reviews
The best Mexican restaurant in Colombia, Entre Cuates is the old Chavela Taqueria & Bar and we have made some improvements in the menus for you. Come and try the best food and the best ambience in this beautiful city!
Reviewed By Penboy7
On the corner of Parque de los Novios, this restaurant offers the standard dishesâand musicâof Mexico. We had the carnitas tacos and enchiladas verdes, the former was decent, the latter was layered in salsa and cheese, but a bit bland. I used the jalapeño salsa liberally. We arrived just after they opened for lunch when it was empty, but this is supposed to draw a bigger crowd after 5:30 for dinner. The book of a menu has pictures for non-Spanish speaking tourists.
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1. Lulo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1884 reviews
Natural and Fresh Cafe + Juice Bar specializing in Arepa Gourmet, Wraps, Panini, Pitas, Salads, Ceviches, Fresh Smoothies and Juices, Organic Coffee, Mojitos and Margaritas. We also have breakfast till 12pm and Happy Hour 7-9pm. Free wifi
Reviewed By AshCorlett
Arepas here are very tasty and offer some interesting flavour combinations, service is always great and the juices are delicious. It is a little bit expensive but with the quality of food and drink you canât complain much. One of my favourite places to eat near parque los novios.
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