Top 4 Places to Eat in Filandia

Written by Marcus Kayode, Marika Maslanka, Santiago Rodriguez
03/08/2025
Vibrant street scene in Filandia, Colombia showcasing colorful architecture and bustling life.
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Filandia's culinary scene offers a delightful blend of traditional Colombian flavors with modern interpretations, creating a vibrant dining experience for visitors.

1. Helena Adentro

Cuisine: Modern Colombian / Tapas

Helena Adentro provides a warm and casual environment, renowned for its contemporary take on Colombian dishes served tapas-style. Expect high-quality ingredients and small, shareable plates. Popular choices include the Ensalada de Chicharron, featuring slow-cooked pork belly with fresh citrus and crispy arepas, as well as yuca croquettes with cheese. Glazed ribs with rum, lime, panela, and soy sauce are also a signature. Reservations are highly recommended due to its popularity.

Price: COP 40,000 - 80,000+ per person (~$10 - $20+ USD)

Getting There: Located conveniently at the end of Calle del Tiempo Detenido, it is easily walkable from Filandia's main plaza.

2. José Fernando

Cuisine: Colombian

Set within a beautiful colonial building, José Fernando offers a charming dining experience with a colorful café on the ground floor and a restaurant upstairs. The menu features traditional Colombian fare, such as vegetarian arroz atollado with palmitos, and grilled trout with shrimp encocado and coconut rice. Their guava-glazed ribs are also a noteworthy option. It is also an excellent spot for a quality cup of coffee.

Price: COP 30,000 - 60,000+ per person (~$8 - $15+ USD)

Getting There: Found just one block downhill from Filandia's main plaza, making it easily accessible on foot.

3. La Remesa

Cuisine: Creative Colombian / International

La Remesa stands out for its creative dishes, unexpected flavor combinations, and unique cocktails. Diners can enjoy innovative plates such as burrata served on a corn arepa, or ribs enhanced with tequila gel. Situated on the second floor of Calle del Tiempo Detenido, the venue boasts a spacious interior with various seating areas and offers scenic views.

Price: COP 50,000 - 100,000+ per person (~$13 - $25+ USD)

Getting There: Located on the second floor of the central Calle del Tiempo Detenido, it is within easy walking distance from the town center.

4. Dani Samu

Cuisine: Traditional Colombian Breakfast

For an authentic and affordable start to the day, Dani Samu offers traditional Colombian breakfasts. Situated on the second floor around the central park, it provides pleasant views of the main plaza from its balconies. A typical breakfast includes eggs, meat (carne sudada), rice, arepa, and hot chocolate.

Price: Around COP 9,000 per person (~$2.30 USD) for breakfast

Getting There: Centrally located around the main park, next to the casino, and easily reachable on foot.

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