Where is the best bandeja paisa in Medelln?

Based on diner recommendations, the best bandeja paisa in Medelln is at Mondongo's (94% recommended). We compared 9 restaurants serving bandeja paisa.

How much does bandeja paisa cost in Medelln?

Bandeja Paisa prices in Medelln range from COP15900.00 to COP89000.00 across 9 restaurants.

Best Bandeja Paisa in Medelln

9 restaurants compared

Price range: COP15900.00 – COP89000.00

Avg recommendation: 91%

Top 5 Bandeja Paisa in Medelln (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 9 restaurants:

Mondongo's — 94% recommended, COP33500.00 (Laureles)
La Gloria de Gloria — 93% recommended, COP89000.00 (Envigado)
Brasarepa — 93% recommended, COP36000.00 (Envigado)
Hacienda — 92% recommended, COP37900.00 (Centro)
Capital Antioqueña — 92% recommended, COP38000.00 (Laureles)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 9 Restaurants Compared

#194% recommend

Mondongo's

Laureles·$$

COP33500.00

The iconic Antioquian platter with beans, rice, fried egg, chorizo, chicharrón, ground meat, avocado, plantain, arepa, and cilantro.

Tip: Arrive early (before noon) on weekdays to avoid the crush. Weekends can have 45-minute waits even for walk-ins.

#293% recommend

La Gloria de Gloria

Envigado·$$

Bandeja con Chicharrón (2 servings)

COP89000.00

Complete meal for two with 2 pounds of fried pork belly, beans, rice, plantain, arepa, blood sausage, and beverages.

Tip: Order this to share between two people — it's an enormous meal that captures the essence of paisa hospitality.

#393% recommend

Brasarepa

Envigado·$$

COP36000.00

Three types of grilled meat — chorizo, beef, fried pork — with beans, rice, egg, avocado, plantain, arepa, and soup.

Tip: The Bourdain story is true but this restaurant is more than that — it's genuinely good Antioquian cooking. Come hungry.

#492% recommend

Hacienda

Centro·$$

Bandeja Hacienda

COP37900.00

Hacienda's signature version of the iconic Antioquian platter with full-size portions of all traditional components.

Tip: This plate is designed to feed one person but many find it's enough for two light eaters. Plan accordingly.

#592% recommend

Capital Antioqueña

Laureles·$$

COP38000.00

The complete Antioquian platter with kidney beans, rice, chicharrón, ground beef, chorizo, egg, avocado, plantain, and arepa.

Tip: Capital Antioqueña excels at balance — this bandeja paisa is one of the most complete and satisfying versions in the city.

#691% recommend

Hatoviejo

Las Palmas·$$

COP35000.00

The iconic Antioquian platter with beans, rice, chicharrón, ground beef, chorizo, egg, avocado, plantain, arepa, and cilantro.

Tip: Come for lunch on a Tuesday or Wednesday when the restaurant is less crowded. You'll get attentive service and can savor the dish.

#789% recommend

Capital Antioqueña

Laureles·$$

Cazuela Paisa

COP35000.00

A cazuela (earthenware pot) filled with beans, ground meat, chicharrón, chorizo, and topped with cheese and egg.

Tip: Cazuela paisa is warming and cheesy — order it on cold or rainy days.

#887% recommend

La Gloria de Gloria

Envigado·$$

Bandeja con Costilla (2 servings)

COP89000.00

Complete meal for two with pork ribs, beans, rice, plantain, arepa, blood sausage, and accompaniments.

Tip: Order two bandeja con costilla to share among four people for a complete paisa experience at reasonable cost.

#985% recommend

Hacienda

Centro·$$

Mini Bandeja Paisa

COP15900.00

A smaller portion of the traditional bandeja paisa with all the same components in lighter quantities.

Tip: The mini bandeja is a good value entry point — still authentic but easier on the wallet and stomach.