Medellín, Antioquia

Contemporary cuisine
inspired in Colombia

Colombia Inspiries
Us

In an intimate, exclusive and elegant space located in Medellín's El Poblado neighborhood, Carmen offers contemporary cuisine inspired by Colombia's biodiversity and rich culinary culture. Our gastronomic concept seeks to explore and celebrate the ingredients and traditions that weave the fabric of our culinary identity as a country. Bar Carmen has this same focus from the perspective of our beverage program, experiencing the territory's diverse regions, flavors and ingredients in the form of unique and delicious craft cocktails.

Our Menu

Our menu is a journey through Colombia's biodiversity, exploring and celebrating our distinct regions and paying homage to local fisherman, small producers, farmers and artisans via unique and delicious dishes that represent the flavors, traditions and culinary culture of our country.

About Us

These are the people who put their heart and soul into making sure that your experience with us at Carmen Medellín is unforgettable, delicious and enjoyable.

Our goal is to be one of the most important culinary destinations in Colombia where gastronomic creativity and a modern and cozy ambiance unite to offer our guests a unique and delicious experience. We want to create gastronomic experiences that reflect the flavors and diversity of our country, working directly with the artisans, producers, farmers and fisherman that make our craft and art possible in the first place. We want to continue to raise the bar every day in connecting with the ingredients and products that represent the rich biodiversity of Colombia's regions and promote sustainability by concrete actions that contribute to a better world, for our environment and community. Every member of our team is committed to these missions, therefore our philosophy is to unite ourselves with passionate people that are dedicated to an evolutive process, professionally and personally.

 

About Us

These are the people who put their heart and soul into making sure that your experience with us at Carmen Medellín is unforgettable, delicious and enjoyable.

Our goal is to be one of the most important culinary destinations in Colombia where gastronomic creativity and a modern and cozy ambiance unite to offer our guests a unique and delicious experience. We want to create gastronomic experiences that reflect the flavors and diversity of our country, working directly with the artisans, producers, farmers and fisherman that make our craft and art possible in the first place. We want to continue to raise the bar every day in connecting with the ingredients and products that represent the rich biodiversity of Colombia's regions and promote sustainability by concrete actions that contribute to a better world, for our environment and community. Every member of our team is committed to these missions, therefore our philosophy is to unite ourselves with passionate people that are dedicated to an evolutive process, professionally and personally.

About Us

These are the people who put their heart and soul into making sure that your experience with us at Carmen Medellín is unforgettable, delicious and enjoyable.

Our goal is to be one of the most important culinary destinations in Colombia where gastronomic creativity and a modern and cozy ambiance unite to offer our guests a unique and delicious experience. We want to create gastronomic experiences that reflect the flavors and diversity of our country, working directly with the artisans, producers, farmers and fisherman that make our craft and art possible in the first place. We want to continue to raise the bar every day in connecting with the ingredients and products that represent the rich biodiversity of Colombia's regions and promote sustainability by concrete actions that contribute to a better world, for our environment and community. Every member of our team is committed to these missions, therefore our philosophy is to unite ourselves with passionate people that are dedicated to an evolutive process, professionally and personally.

Meet our Chef

JUAN JOSÉ CARDENAS

EXECUTIVE CHEF

What Juan Jose enjoys most about being in the restaurant industry is being able to teach others. He finds inspiration in Colombia's street food and traditional recipes which lead him to create new dishes and flavors. He is passionate about grilling and loves to connect and converse with guests who visit him at the Chef's Bar.

Meet Our Bar Director

MAYCOLL TOBON

BAR MANAGER

Maycoll's inspiration comes from the passion he finds in his colleague’s work in the kitchen, which is why he likes to implement culinary techniques in the bar, always looking to implement a low-waste philosophy. His favorite cocktail is the Hanky Panky created by the bartender Ada "Coley" Coleman during her time at the renown American Bar. He recommends you order "La Chicha" when you visit Bar Carmen.