This is the signature ceviche reviewers consistently call out as one of the best in the city. It features a carefully balanced tiger's milk with white fish, combining fresh ingredients with careful presentation. Multiple diners emphasize ordering two per person.
Tips from diners
Order at least one mixed ceviche—it's consistently praised as the highlight of the menu.
The garden setting is ideal for evening visits—the ambient lighting complements the lush greenery beautifully.
The star of this dish changes daily based on Pacific coast availability. Reviewers consistently praise the quality of whole fish preparation. Ask your server what came in that morning.
Tips from diners
Always ask what fish arrived today—the availability changes and the kitchen executes each variety perfectly.
Reviewers specifically mention this dish for its quality preparation and presentation. The tartare showcases the restaurant's commitment to premium seafood with clean, bright flavors.
Tips from diners
A lighter option than the ceviche—pairs well as a starter before grilled mains.
A signature Colombian dish that showcases Echeverri's mastery of grilling. The cassava wrapping adds texture and a regional touch, while the chimichurri provides brightness. Reviews highlight this as a standout main course.
Tips from diners
Ask your server about the guayacán wood fire—they'll explain how it influences the flavor of grilled proteins.
This dish represents the lighter side of the menu. Fresh shrimp are cooked just until tender and paired with bright aromatics. The brioche and tartar aioli elevate a simple preparation into something memorable.
Tips from diners
Lighter than the grilled mains—good choice if you want to eat before an afternoon meeting.
Opened by chef Sergio Echeverri, Mar y Fuego specializes in author-driven Colombian cuisine with Caribbean influences. The garden setting with lush greenery and ambient lighting creates a serene atmosphere. The restaurant won awards from Premios la Barra for Best Chef & Restaurant in 2020 and appeared on Tulio's Top 21 restaurants of Medellín.
Book in advance, especially on weekends—the garden setting is intimate and fills quickly.
Arrive after 7 PM to experience the garden's full atmospheric effect with ambient lighting.
Ask about the guayacán wood fire—it's used for all grilled dishes and defines the restaurant's cooking philosophy.
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