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LA ESTRELLA
Contemporary Latin shared plates and local ingredients meet in the heart of Casco Antiguo next to Hotel La Concordia.Vibrant Local Plates and Rhythm in Casco Antiguo
Stepping into La Estrella Barra Local means diving into the energy of Casco Antiguo. Positioned on Avenida Central, next to Hotel La Concordia, this Latin bar channels an easygoing, music-filled atmosphere wrapped around a menu designed for sharing. The kitchen takes regional flavors—from chorizo tableño to saril confit—and transforms them into small plates that pair with a drink after exploring the historic quarter.
Plan your first visit around a table full of shared bites to taste the menu. Start with a round of seafood cocktail or octopus tostadas before moving into meat dishes, like the tacos de palomilla or the house burger with chorizo tableño spread. Pair your courses with patacones with plantain ketchup and Colombian ají, and finish with their Churros de Guineo served with coconut cream.
A CLOSER LOOK
THE ESTRELLA EXPERIENCE
WHAT TO ORDER
What to Order at La Estrella Barra Local
El Rompe Colchón
Mixed seafood cocktail with Rompe Lycra vinaigrette and patacones.
Tacos de Palomilla
Tacos with palomilla beef, roasted tomato sauce, saril confit, chile mayo and cilantro.
Hamburguesa La Estrella
Burger with national beef and chorizo tableño spread.
Churros de Guineo
Churros de guineo served with coconut cream.
LA ESTRELLA LOCATION
THE FOOD COMPASS
BY PARADOX
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