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Cartagena - Cevicheria Trattoria Benjamin Berger

Located 2 Blocks north of the Museo Naval del Caribe, La Cevicheria features some of the best ceviche in town. Just ask Benjamin Berger. Sizable wine and food menu including half a dozen vegetarian options. Outstanding service.

Cartagena - El Bistro

Located 2 blocks east of the Plaza de Bolivar, El Bistro is a lunch time favorite of Colombians and tourists alike. Affordable (< 12USD) European menu with Indian and Caribbean options. Complimentary expresso is a nice touch.

Cartagena - Pizza en el Parque

Located in el Parque de San Ferdinando de Madrid, this is the most affordable pizza place in the old city. The atmosphere around this park is always incredible, and the pizza options are an interesting change of pace. The pear and bacon pizza was incredible.

Dibulla - Restaurante Tropical

Located on the main street of Dibulla on left before turning towards the beach, Restaurante Tropical offers typical Caribbean seafood at a fair price. Fried pargo (red snapper) with rice, salad, beans, plantains, and soup available for 10.000 COP. Friendly service and clean environment.

Santa Marta - Lulo

Located in the historic area between el Parque Bolivar and el Parque de los Nuevos, Lulo is a great lunch spot serving arepas, paninis, wraps, and smoothies. Vegetarian options available. Great portions for 8-10 USD. The juices are outstanding.

Taganga - Donde L'Italiano

Located across from the Hotel Taganga, just north of Santa Marta, Donde L'Italiano offers a varied menu, great ambiance, superb service, sizeable portions and excellent food, all for under 12 USD. Buon appetito!!

Valledupar - Cevicheria El Manglar

Great Cevicheria with excellent shrimp cocktails, Mexican mangrove ceviche, and more. Excellent presentation and great price/value ratio. Located beside the Piko Riko de L.A. Go and enjoy!

Valledupar - El Joe Jr Restaurante

A very typical Colombian restaurant with great portions and a fun and clean atmosphere. Higher quality steak than you will find at most similar locations. Try the Salchipapa Joe, a local favorite for just 7.500 COP.