Top 10 Restaurants in Villa de Leyva

August 31, 2026

1. Chuska Cocina

Set inside Sie Casa Hotel, known for its tortilla soup, ceviche, and standout chocolate cake. One of the top picks in town for a romantic dinner — reservations recommended.

2. Happy Monkey

Quality food at fair prices in a relaxed, casual setting — a local favourite for lunch or dinner.

3. Mercado Municipal

An open-air food space among trees and gardens, offering everything from traditional Colombian dishes to international fare in a rustic, relaxed setting.

4. Restaurante Mercé

Housed in a restored 200-year-old colonial home, with dim lighting and refined cuisine — a favourite for special, romantic evenings.

5. El Español Tapas & Paellas

Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine, known among visitors for serving some of the best paella in town.

6. Mozzarella Pizzería y Heladería

Wood-fired Italian pizza and homemade ice cream — a reliable, well-loved casual spot.

7. La Maria Bistro

Pizza and healthy options in a casual, pet-friendly setting.

8. Zarina Restaurante

Lebanese and Mediterranean cuisine, known for what many visitors call the best Arabic dish in town.

9. Cariñito Mío Bistró

South American cuisine with a modern touch, in an intimate setting.

10. Alma Gitana

[TO CONFIRM: this entry is cut off in the source spreadsheet — add the description for Alma Gitana Tapas & Gastrobar.]

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