During your visit to Bogotá, something that cannot be left out of your plans is to know the gastronomic area of Usaquén. Cemented between beautiful streets that preserve the colonial and contemporary architecture of Bogotá, the Plaza de Usaquén and its surroundings is an area where you can enjoy the flavors of the world.
The gastronomic area of Usaquén belongs to the town that bears the same name and is located between 114 and 121 streets and fifth and seventh races; There a varied cultural and restaurant offer is offered, ideal to satisfy the mid-afternoon and late-night cravings of those who visit Bogotá.
Until 1954 Usaquén was a town near Bogotá, but in that year the city became a Special District and neighboring towns were annexed. However, in the gastronomic area of Usaquén there are still some traditional houses, characterized by having a single floor and paved patio, in which small restaurants and cafes currently operate.
In the gastronomic area of Usaquén you can also see a layout of narrow streets and you will find the largest house in the colonial history of Bogotá: "Hacienda Santa Bárbara", today converted into an exclusive shopping center with a variety of brands for shopping .
Within the varied offer that is offered in the gastronomic area of Usaquén you will find many restaurants and an absolutely diverse menu; Among the table options you can try the typical flavors of Colombian gastronomy or Mediterranean, Italian, French, and Spanish flavors. Let yourself be seduced by the Latin American options, the richness of Peruvian gastronomy, Argentine barbecue, the exotic of Mexican food and if you prefer, find a variety in the oriental and Asian food restaurants or the innovative proposals of the vegetarian restaurants and molecular food. . If you just want to spend a sunny afternoon and entertain yourself by listening to good music or watching a game, you can also visit the different bars and pubs. The gastronomic area of Usaquén has something for all tastes, ages, budgets and preferences.
The gastronomic area of Usaquén and its beautiful surroundings offer cozy establishments to taste a good Colombian coffee, in addition, around its main square you will find a wide range of typical Bogotá sweets, including the classic wafer with arequipe or a fig sweet. If you follow a strict diet, there are also restaurants to taste cakes made with gluten-free flours and sugar-free preserves.
On Sundays and holidays the beautiful gastronomic area of Usaquén turns into a Bogotá artisan market. This stage works outdoors and there you will find, from national and imported antiques to objects by Colombian designers, fabrics and other various curiosities. There you will also crave a great variety of desserts and snacks typical of the country and the city ... Everything is designed to satisfy your palate!
Very close to the gastronomic area of Usaquén, is the traditional Unicentro Shopping Center, where you can walk to enjoy this area and thus close a fun shopping afternoon in Bogotá.
