Restaurante La Matriarca
Experience authentic Colombian flavors at this highly-rated Medellín restaurant (4.6 stars). Discover traditional dishes and a vibrant atmosphere. Book your table!
Laid-back operation with a terrace & a bohemian vibe, plus traditional regional cuisine.
About Restaurante La Matriarca
This popular Medellín eatery, consistently rated 4.6 out of 5 stars, offers a delightful taste of Colombian tradition. Diners frequently praise the authentic and delicious typical cuisine, with specific recommendations for dishes like the "Picada" and "Batea de Chicharrón." The atmosphere is described as vibrant and welcoming, featuring multiple distinct areas, live music, and the added bonus of being pet-friendly. With a moderate $$ price range, it's a place where both locals and visitors can enjoy a memorable dining experience. The option for outdoor seating and the availability of cocktails make it a well-rounded choice for any occasion.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
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, Family Friendly, Dog Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Restaurante La
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
As a Colombian person who always wants to visit this restaurant, I feel very grateful with service and also with the amazing and delicious typical food. I recommend to you the “ Picada” or or”batea de chicharron”. If you visit the Matriarca, ask for Yolver. Best waiter❤️ The food is super delicious, it is a super nice space, it has several areas and live music, in addition to being pet friendly. My wife and I have gone to this restaurant a few times. We were visiting a notary public office up the street from this restaurant, and decided to have lunch there. My wife order grilled chicken and I order Causa de chicharrón. While waiting for the order, my wife reminded me how sick she got the last time we were there. She had ordered a salad. Once we were home for the evening, she got abdominal cramps, followed by vomiting and diarrhea. Well, about five hours after having our lunch, I started to feel nauseated and a short time later, I was vomiting and diarrhea followed. Is this a coincidence? For the price of the food, the cooks at the restaurant should be able to make the food fresh and in a safe manner. The chicken served to my wife was overcooked and when cutting it, it felt like cutting cardboard. My dish seemed like it had been prepared ahead of time and all they did, was to place the layer of chicharrón in it. We made the decision to NEVER AGAIN visit this restaurant. For the high prices they charge compared to to other local restaurants, one should expect top quality of food, that is cooked in a very safe way.
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Where to Find Them
Cl. 8 #43b-62, El Poblado, Medellín, El Poblado, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
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Recent Reviews
MAFEBUGO F.
November 16, 2025
As a Colombian person who always wants to visit this restaurant, I feel very grateful with service and also with the amazing and delicious typical food. I recommend to you the “ Picada” or or”batea de chicharron”. If you visit the Matriarca, ask for Yolver. Best waiter❤️
Mariana G.
November 16, 2025
The food is super delicious, it is a super nice space, it has several areas and live music, in addition to being pet friendly.
JuanG
August 13, 2025
My wife and I have gone to this restaurant a few times. We were visiting a notary public office up the street from this restaurant, and decided to have lunch there. My wife order grilled chicken and I order Causa de chicharrón. While waiting for the order, my wife reminded me how sick she got the last time we were there. She had ordered a salad. Once we were home for the evening, she got abdominal cramps, followed by vomiting and diarrhea. Well, about five hours after having our lunch, I started to feel nauseated and a short time later, I was vomiting and diarrhea followed. Is this a coincidence? For the price of the food, the cooks at the restaurant should be able to make the food fresh and in a safe manner. The chicken served to my wife was overcooked and when cutting it, it felt like cutting cardboard. My dish seemed like it had been prepared ahead of time and all they did, was to place the layer of chicharrón in it. We made the decision to NEVER AGAIN visit this restaurant. For the high prices they charge compared to to other local restaurants, one should expect top quality of food, that is cooked in a very safe way.
Christian A.
December 7, 2024
Food was well prepared and presented but still Tasted better than it looked. The service was phenomenal, servers were attentive and well informative with the menu. My family and I dined in here and the atmosphere and ambience was incredible. The restaurant was well furnished and kept clean. Must get the sangria with the mixed liquors. Highly recommend this experience
Darryl
October 26, 2025
Came to eat here on a random night when picking up a friend from the airport. From the moment we walked in the decorations ambience and staff was very welcoming. We got seated and had Anderson serve us for the night. And why a wonderful night is was. His service was excellent and the show at the restaurant was amazing too. Food tasty as I had the cerviche and my friends had the chicharrón. Food was excellent as well. Left feeling good and ready to continue our night. Thank you again we will be back!
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Restaurante La special
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Dog Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Parking
Accessibility
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