Caribbean & Latin
Carta Ajena Restaurante
Experience exceptional Colombian dining in Cartagena with a 4.9/5 rating. Discover amazing food and outstanding service at this highly-rated restaurant.
4.9$$Caribbean & Latin
View RestaurantLa Tapería
Nestled within the charming arcades of Las Bóvedas, this culinary spot offers an authentic taste of Spain in the heart of Cartagena. Diners consistently praise the exceptionally flavorful food, highlighting the paella as a standout dish, often described as one of the best they've encountered. The atmosphere is noted as very good, complemented by attentive service. Despite its somewhat hidden location among souvenir shops, the experience here proves to be a delightful surprise, with many guests finding the quality and taste superior to more upscale establishments. Expect a plentiful selection of fresh, vibrant tapas and satisfying main courses, all at a reasonable price point.
European · Seafood•$$•4.7(553)•Cartagena
Nestled within the charming arcades of Las Bóvedas, this culinary spot offers an authentic taste of Spain in the heart of Cartagena. Diners consistently praise the exceptionally flavorful food, highlighting the paella as a standout dish, often described as one of the best they've encountered. The atmosphere is noted as very good, complemented by attentive service. Despite its somewhat hidden location among souvenir shops, the experience here proves to be a delightful surprise, with many guests finding the quality and taste superior to more upscale establishments. Expect a plentiful selection of fresh, vibrant tapas and satisfying main courses, all at a reasonable price point.
About La Tapería
Nestled within the charming arcades of Las Bóvedas, this culinary spot offers an authentic taste of Spain in the heart of Cartagena. Diners consistently praise the exceptionally flavorful food, highlighting the paella as a standout dish, often described as one of the best they've encountered. The atmosphere is noted as very good, complemented by attentive service. Despite its somewhat hidden location among souvenir shops, the experience here proves to be a delightful surprise, with many guests finding the quality and taste superior to more upscale establishments. Expect a plentiful selection of fresh, vibrant tapas and satisfying main courses, all at a reasonable price point.
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Restaurant Characteristics
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💰Price Range
Moderate
Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
🕐Meal Time
dinner
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
🎭Atmosphere
Casual
Atmosphere (Casual)
Relaxed and laid-back atmosphere
🍽️Dining Style
Casual
Dining Style (Casual)
Walk-in friendly. No reservations needed. Casual dining experience.
✨Features & Amenities
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
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Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Groups Welcome
Why Travelers Love La Tapería
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
4.7 / 5.0(553 reviews)
The food was so tasty. Paella was one of the best, very good atmosphere and service. The place is easy to miss as it located among the souvenir shops. They did not disappoint!! I would say the food was more tasty than in some of the fancy restaurants i visited in the area. Food was amazing. Everything was fresh, flavorful and plentiful. Amazing variety of Tapas. The paella was loaded with fresh shrimp and some of the best I have ever eaten and the beer was ice cold. Prices were also very reasonable. Small footprint so get there early to make sure you get a table. Wait staff are also very friendly and accommodating Hidden amongst the shops on the arches. You could easily miss this place. This restaurant is a hidden gem. We were the only people there in the afternoon. The food is amazing! We chose the Tapas mix. The meat was tender and the prawns were flavoursome. The sangria was stunning!
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Where to Find Them
Las Bóvedas #Bóveda 16, San Diego, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia
+57 305 4010381
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Opening Hours
Closed Now
Monday12:30 – 10:00 PM
Tuesday12:30 – 10:00 PM
Wednesday12:30 – 10:00 PM
Thursday12:30 – 10:00 PM
Friday12:30 – 10:00 PM
Saturday12:30 – 10:00 PM
Sunday12:30 – 9:00 PM
Recent Reviews
A K.
September 14, 2025
The food was so tasty. Paella was one of the best, very good atmosphere and service. The place is easy to miss as it located among the souvenir shops. They did not disappoint!! I would say the food was more tasty than in some of the fancy restaurants i visited in the area.
Ross B.
March 23, 2025
Food was amazing. Everything was fresh, flavorful and plentiful. Amazing variety of Tapas. The paella was loaded with fresh shrimp and some of the best I have ever eaten and the beer was ice cold. Prices were also very reasonable. Small footprint so get there early to make sure you get a table. Wait staff are also very friendly and accommodating
Claire
May 23, 2025
Hidden amongst the shops on the arches. You could easily miss this place. This restaurant is a hidden gem. We were the only people there in the afternoon. The food is amazing! We chose the Tapas mix. The meat was tender and the prawns were flavoursome. The sangria was stunning!
Sue P.
December 24, 2024
We went for a late lunch. We had sangria and only 1 portion of the mixed tapas. The sangria is cold and superb!! It was a lot of food. 3 kinds of meat, a sausage in balsamic, etc. Fabulous! Looking at others' pics, the mixed tapas are not the same each day. We'd go back for different ones another day.
Hidden G.
March 2, 2024
Amazing experience. Me and my party ordered the mixed tapas and loved them. Each of us had different tapas dishes brought over which made each meal unique. The sangria was also delicious and I came away extremely satisfied for less than 100,000 cop
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make La Tapería special
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Groups Welcome
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless
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