La Cocina de Pepina

Colombian restaurant · Cartagena

La Cocina de Pepina

Colombian restaurant · Cartagena

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Cl. 25 #9a-06 local 2, Getsemaní, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia

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Authentic Colombian coastal dishes, simple, flavorful, unpretentious  

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Cl. 25 #9a-06 local 2, Getsemaní, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia Get directions

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Cl. 25 #9a-06 local 2, Getsemaní, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia Get directions

+57 300 8565189
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The 35 Best Restaurants in Cartagena, Colombia | Eater

"Anyone who can’t afford a coastal getaway will find a taste of seaside comfort food here. Although founder María Josefina Yancés has handed over her small restaurant to her nephew Christian Sepúlveda, the kitchen carries on her extensive work with traditional local foodways, paying tribute to biological and cultural diversity in the Caribbean. Typical ingredients include cassava, plantain, eggplant, chiles, beef, pork, hens, ducks, and plenty of fish from rivers and the sea. Look for mote de queso, boronía (eggplant and sweet plantain puree), pasteles and hallacas (types of tamales), gallina monteriana (chicken stew from Montería), or viuda de carne salada (salt-cured meat with garnishes). Seating is first-come, first-served. [$$]" - Juliana Duque

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Joelle Deriaz

Google
DELICIOUS FOOD. Friendly staff, small but well conceived menu. 100% recommend. Small dining room, so I recommend making a reservation.

Gideon Gyabaah

Google
lugar increíble. Fast service and amazing food. Ordered the Posta Cartagena. Delicious food. One of the best restaurants in Cartagena. Highly recommended. la comida es deliciosa!

dan safra

Google
We tried to venture outside the old city center in search of a great small of the bit local spots. Le Cocena de Pepina was our choice of a small and highly anticipated local restaurant. The space was decorated like an old time place and the feeling was of a family restaurant. English is a rare commodity here and spaces are limited. And yet we got seated immediately. (it was nice). We ordered Ceviche, Soup and Fish that the waiter recommends. She was very sweet and caring. The food on the other hand didn't rise to the expected level. Yet it's not a bad spot for a quick bite on a quiet evening.

Martina Pometlova

Google
We shared a selection of appetizers and tried the beef and the deserts. Authentic, simple, Colombian dishes in a non-pretentious setting. Everything was delicious and the servers super kind and helpful.

Bradley Jones

Google
La Cocina de Pepina offers a taste of authentic Colombian cuisine, focusing on simple yet flavorful coastal dishes that capture the essence of local flavors. Located just outside Cartagena’s bustling walled city, this tucked-away gem provides a calm retreat from the crowds, allowing you to fully enjoy a quiet, unpretentious dining experience. The menu features traditional Colombian staples, each dish crafted with fresh ingredients that highlight the vibrant flavors of the region. It’s a great spot for anyone looking to enjoy delicious, straightforward cooking that truly speaks for itself.

Paul David

Google
We sought this place out in the Getsemani barrio. The air conditioning was a welcome relief from the heat, but everything we ordered was amongst the best food we have ever tasted, including the best chicharrón (pork belly), and steak. This place gives restaurants in Italy, including Michelin plate restaurants, serious competition, as it is better than many. Highly recommended!

Michael Piekarski

Google
Wow. The seafood cazuela was absolutely fantastic. The pork was likewise. It’s a small spot, and a bit pricey, but the attention to detail shows in the flavors. Well worth the visit. The desserts were a miss for us, however.

Melissa Pate

Google
We loved this place! Absolute best ceviche ever. We couldn’t get enough of the sauce. Everything we had was so good. This was one of our favorite casual meals. It’s pretty small so our group of 7 has to split into 2 tables, but it was worth it.