Nicely arranged over three floors. We had beers ($2) and quesadillas ($8) on the roof terrace. Not a great view but was good to get out of sweltering heat. Decor is great. Livens up later on.
Malagana Cafe & Bar, Cartagena
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Malagana Cafe & Bar
Getsemani, Cll. Tripita y Media 31-55, Cartagena 00000, Colombia
0057 5 6601360
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Ranked #18 of 234 restaurants in Cartagena
Price range: $5 - $15
Dining options: Late Night
Description: If Cartagena were a cocktail it would be a brightly-coloured concoction, a perfect blend of eternal summer breezes, romantic history, music, stunning views and friendly faces.Re-creating this magical mix isn't as easy as it looks but Malagana Cafe & Bar has succeeded in blending the winning ingredients at its three-storey gem in the heart of Getsemani. Named after a sleepy village about an hour and a half from Cartagena on the road south to Palenque, the sisters (with a little help from the New York Times) have placed this town on the map with a winning mix of foot-tapping tunes, friendly faces in abundance and a lively rooftop view that comes with refreshing summer breezes seven nights a week.With all the Cartagena cocktail boxes ticked you are guaranteed a lip smacking evening at this joyous refuge for design-friendly patrons.A flashpacker crowd holed up in the nearby hostels have lapped up the sisters' exotic cocktail and converted Malagana from peaceful backwater into the hippest, mosaic rooftop terrace in Getsemani, fast becoming the coolest barrio in Colombia.The signature cocktails made with local fruits - the Mango Biche Mojito and Corozo Margarita - certainly hit the spot after a hard day's exploring.If you're looking to kick the evening off early arrive between 18.00 and 20.00 to take advantage of the two for one happy hour.
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Dining options: Late Night
Description: If Cartagena were a cocktail it would be a brightly-coloured concoction, a perfect blend of eternal summer breezes, romantic history, music, stunning views and friendly faces.Re-creating this magical mix isn't as easy as it looks but Malagana Cafe & Bar has succeeded in blending the winning ingredients at its three-storey gem in the heart of Getsemani. Named after a sleepy village about an hour and a half from Cartagena on the road south to Palenque, the sisters (with a little help from the New York Times) have placed this town on the map with a winning mix of foot-tapping tunes, friendly faces in abundance and a lively rooftop view that comes with refreshing summer breezes seven nights a week.With all the Cartagena cocktail boxes ticked you are guaranteed a lip smacking evening at this joyous refuge for design-friendly patrons.A flashpacker crowd holed up in the nearby hostels have lapped up the sisters' exotic cocktail and converted Malagana from peaceful backwater into the hippest, mosaic rooftop terrace in Getsemani, fast becoming the coolest barrio in Colombia.The signature cocktails made with local fruits - the Mango Biche Mojito and Corozo Margarita - certainly hit the spot after a hard day's exploring.If you're looking to kick the evening off early arrive between 18.00 and 20.00 to take advantage of the two for one happy hour.
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Great terrace seating, climb up! Inventive menu, decent cocktails (happy hour till 8pm), creative decor, adequate portions and sensible prices. Can't go wrong with Malagana, good job guys.
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We went here first to enjoy their delightful rooftop patio for Happy Hour and had to go back to try the food. Both times we loved the atmosphere and service. They make a delicious sangria!
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I ate here several times during my stay in Cartagena. It was a nice alternative to the other restaurants in the area. Every visit I had great service and food and there was always a good selection of music playing. One of the few places that didn't serve red wine chilled thankfully! The Malagana salad was really delicious! Overall appreciated...
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Can't wait to go back to Cartagena to visit Malagana again!!! The best place to have a good time...great music...great food...great drinks...great people. A place you can call home!
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Weston, Massachusetts
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Excellent food!! I ate there a few times during my stay in Cartagena - the soups were really good (I have the tomato and also the carrot soup), as well as the salads! Everyone spoke English so it was easy to order and communicate in general. Very friendly staff that was ready to recommend based on your preferences - nailed...
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This tiny 3 level restaurant boasts an amazing menu with an array of different options all using great ingredients and fresh herbs. The decor is beautiful clean and modern. The top floor features a beautiful roof top patio with flowers and is a true getaway from the busy street below. All four of the meal items ordered with our party...
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Linkoping, Sweden
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Extremely well managed restaurant with an absolute fantastic secret rooftop bar. Great food and Marvelous and strong drinks...
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mlgcb, Propietario at Malagana Cafe & Bar, responded to this review
January 25, 2013
Hola Erik! Thank you for your review. We're glad you enjoyed our place and hope to see you again sometime.
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londres
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I went to Malagana after reading about them in the New York Times. What a wonderful place! I had the malagana salad and it was the best salad I had on this trip. I ended up coming back to enjoy their rooftop and their cocktails at night, the music was so good we could've stayed FOREVER!
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This is a great place in Cartagena, Colombia. The food and cocktails are delicious. I personally enjoyed the Malagana salad and the Ceviche. Great service and music. I strongly recommend this place.
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