Experience vibrant flavors at Malanga del Trópico Laureles in Medellín. Enjoy fresh ceviche & more with a 4.6-star rating. Discover this culinary gem today!
Stylish, vibrant restaurant serving inventive fare with global influences, plus tropical cocktails.
Nestled in the lively Laureles neighborhood of Medellín, this restaurant offers a delightful culinary escape. With an impressive 4.6-star rating from over 2,200 diners, it's clear this spot has captured the hearts of many. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, complemented by the option of outdoor seating and the lively sounds of live music, making it a perfect choice for groups looking for a memorable evening. Diners frequently praise the exceptionally fresh ingredients, particularly highlighting vibrant ceviche and expertly prepared surf and turf dishes. The presentation of each plate is also a notable feature, adding an artistic touch to the dining experience. This establishment is a true gem for those seeking delicious food and a great ambiance in Medellín.
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Price Range (Upscale)
Upscale dining ($$$) - Fine dining with premium prices
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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What an amazing experience! While exploring Laureles, this little corner restaurant immediately caught my eye — so much so that I circled back the next day to try it out. I’m so glad I did! The ceviche was absolutely delicious and fresh, and the surf and turf dish was just as impressive — the flavors were vibrant, and the ingredients were incredibly fresh. The salad was perfectly crisp and refreshing, adding a great balance to the meal. What really stood out was the presentation — beautifully done and completely unexpected for such a cozy spot. It was a pleasant surprise that made the entire experience even more memorable. This is definitely a place I’ll make a point to visit every time I’m in Laureles. Highly recommend stopping by if you’re in the area! 🇨🇴 We absolutely enjoyed our meal here!! It was recommended by our walking guide (Jorge) and we are so glad he did! The menu is seafood and beef heavy. We mostly came because of fish. All dishes were delicious and fresh . Our server was excellent in suggesting us with what we may like and it all turned out to be very good. Highly recommend if you’re in the area. Had a great time here. Came for date night and it didn’t dissapoint. Atmosphere is lively, and there was a live Salsa singer on Saturday night. Service was fantastic. Our waiter (Alejandro) recommended the lomo primavera and the fish de Ajio (or something like that lol). Also got the nachos for an entrada. I will say the food here has a particular vibe. It’s very rich. My girlfriend loved it, and I did too, but I could definitely see it being too much for a certain palette. One of those places where I don’t think you can go wrong. You can pretty much point to a dish and it’ll be good. Only thing I didn’t love - was how expensive the water was, ha. If you look at the receipt, it was the most expensive item we paid for. $20 for water seems excessive 😂 Will definitely be back, and next time see if they have some alternatives to the Peligrino bottles. But other than that small thing, the prices are very fair and felt like a great value for the experience. Highly recommend!
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Cl 38 #79-46, Laureles - Estadio, Medellín, Laureles, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
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April 29, 2025
What an amazing experience! While exploring Laureles, this little corner restaurant immediately caught my eye — so much so that I circled back the next day to try it out. I’m so glad I did! The ceviche was absolutely delicious and fresh, and the surf and turf dish was just as impressive — the flavors were vibrant, and the ingredients were incredibly fresh. The salad was perfectly crisp and refreshing, adding a great balance to the meal. What really stood out was the presentation — beautifully done and completely unexpected for such a cozy spot. It was a pleasant surprise that made the entire experience even more memorable. This is definitely a place I’ll make a point to visit every time I’m in Laureles. Highly recommend stopping by if you’re in the area! 🇨🇴
November 26, 2024
We absolutely enjoyed our meal here!! It was recommended by our walking guide (Jorge) and we are so glad he did! The menu is seafood and beef heavy. We mostly came because of fish. All dishes were delicious and fresh . Our server was excellent in suggesting us with what we may like and it all turned out to be very good. Highly recommend if you’re in the area.
March 23, 2025
Had a great time here. Came for date night and it didn’t dissapoint. Atmosphere is lively, and there was a live Salsa singer on Saturday night. Service was fantastic. Our waiter (Alejandro) recommended the lomo primavera and the fish de Ajio (or something like that lol). Also got the nachos for an entrada. I will say the food here has a particular vibe. It’s very rich. My girlfriend loved it, and I did too, but I could definitely see it being too much for a certain palette. One of those places where I don’t think you can go wrong. You can pretty much point to a dish and it’ll be good. Only thing I didn’t love - was how expensive the water was, ha. If you look at the receipt, it was the most expensive item we paid for. $20 for water seems excessive 😂 Will definitely be back, and next time see if they have some alternatives to the Peligrino bottles. But other than that small thing, the prices are very fair and felt like a great value for the experience. Highly recommend!
November 14, 2025
Great atmosphere, great service, delicious food and drinks, and the bathroom was so cute. Would recommend!
January 14, 2025
Excellent food, everything was delicious! We got the specials, ceviche, and mocktails. Service was even better, Joan Esteban was a truly great waiter! And the atmosphere was nice - would highly recommend!
Features and amenities that make Malanga del special
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Groups Welcome
Reservations
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