El Barón

A great location on Plaza San Pedro Claver will draw many in, but it is the serious, top-quality cocktail menu that will keep visitors drinking far later into the night than intended. Cartagena-style speakeasy decor, with exposed stone walls and heavy wooden beams as well as a laid-back soundtrack provide a cozy respite, but El Baron is really all about the bar at the far end. Talented mixologists will mix a drink to your taste, and here, finally, you might actually get the best mojito in town.

German mixologist and barman Noah Matthies has travelled the world in search of the best cocktails – he knows what it takes to create a cool glass of boozy bliss, and cleverly combines heady spirits with fresh local fruit. Highlights include his fiery paprika-laced margarita and the Gin Basil Smash, a whisky sour formula with an added touch of rosemary. The kitchen offers a small selection of culinary creations such as fresh tomato soup, focaccia bread and seafood bisque.

The reason that I decided to stay in this city and do what I do is El Barón,” Hart says. The bar has landed on the World’s 50 Best list, and is home to inventive cocktails using high-end local ingredients. It is a tiny space, and also offers Cuban and Colombian cigars.

El Barón es otro imperdible de Cartagena por la mixología cuidada e innovadora que propone y una onda profesional pero fresca y cautivadora que armoniza con la majestuosa plaza de San Pedro Claver en donde se encuentra situado. Entre los recomendados está el Ven a mí (mezcla de Maguey Vida con lulo, limón y bitter picante) y el Penicillin (whisky the glenlivet founders, whisky talisker 10, almíbar de jengibre, miel, limón y angostura), además de tragos clásicos y una carta que incluye desayuno, brunch y platos para tapear como la peperonata, la tostada de cangrejo y camarón, y la tabla de queso brie madurado por 45 días y coppa.

For nearly a decade the team at El Barón have been offering up a combination of classics and inventive, progressive signature drinks, led by German bartender Noah Matthies. House creations make use of an array of modern techniques, resulting in cocktails such as the Rosarito, pairing mezcal with cilantro, pineapple extract and bitters. This rustic bar is cosy and compact, with a welcoming, convivial atmosphere and a charming terrace for an al fresco cocktail, or to enjoy the bar’s selection of Cuban and Colombian cigars, expertly paired with various spirits.

This was hands down the best place for cocktails (we came multiple times throughout the trip!) I found this in a GQ article, and it certainly lived up to the praise that I read about. With inventive cocktails, courtyard seating in Plaza of San Pedro Clave and an insanely smart staff, El Baron is practically a guaranteed great experience. If you're adventurous and appreciate smoky flavors like Mezcal, try the "Pure" (which has caramelized onion syrup and tobacco smoke - even a leaf from the plant!) A few other things I loved about this place?

But the true gem of Cartagena's cocktail scene is the little bar El Barón, nestled on the corner of the Plaza de San Pedro Claver. Inside the cozy spot, vested bartenders craft some of the most creative cocktails in the city—and if it weren't for the Spanish-speaking patrons, you'd swear you were in your favorite stateside cocktail lounge. The friendly staff use ingredients from pink peppercorns to aloe juice, and can be seen exercising a multitude of techniques from dry-ice freezing glasses to torching various garnishes.

For your last evening in the city, take a sunset catamaran cruise around the bay, before a cocktail at El Barón and you could not go far wrong with the tasting menu at Carmen. If you still have energy, later in the evening, head to Salsa Show 1968 for a lesson in salsa and a dance show you’ll never forget, before you cross the street to dance late into the night at Cafe Havana. No one goes to Cartagena without dancing a little salsa, you know!

These guys are perfectionists and if they are going to do brunch, believe they will do it right. El Barón consists of 3 related, but slightly distinct ambiental zones - 1) the outdoor terrace facing the stunning San Pedro Church and people-watching-perfect plaza; 2) inside the intimate bar space of El Baron Bar and now 3) the charming Colette bar space, featuring live music and invited DJs on weekends.

This small but elegant bar is famous for its mixologists, which combines local fruits and herbs with high-quality spirits. It’s located in one of Cartagena’s most beautiful Plazas a must-visit. These Top 10 must-visit nightlife hotspots in Cartagena not only offer great drinks and ambiance but also reflect the diverse cultural influences that make Cartagena a rich and vibrant city for nightlife.

The best bar in Cartagena just so happens to serve brunch—and a damn good one at that. Available only weekends from 10am to 3pm, the sweeping menu ranges from runny eggs cooked in rustic tomato sauce, roasted peppers and garlic, green sprouts, country bread to toasted bagel with sesame seeds, cream cheese, local honey. Bottomless cocktails, plus the regular of the bar’s best cocktails.

Despite being small it is very cozy and its magic and creativity are drawn in its mixology of cocktails, food, environments, lovely terrace and in its old streets. It is presented as a café-bar, but in reality its works of art are also reflected in its kitchen. Their dishes are creations of chefs inspired by the essence of Cartagena and its best landscapes, traditions and flavors.

El Baron is a classic spot in Cartagena’s cocktail culture well-known for its innovative and local-inspired cocktails. It is located in a historical square and combines innovative drinks with elegant surroundings. The menu of cocktails of El Baron is inspired by Colombian ingredients which makes El Baron one of the very unique cocktail experiences in Cartagena.

This little cocktail bar offers that rare combination of high-quality mixology with a completely down-to-earth and welcoming atmosphere. I particularly love the user-friendly cocktail menu at El Baron. Each drink is given a clear cocktail profile (for example, ‘citric + nutty’), a list of flavors and most importantly, and an indication of strength.

A pleasant bistro with a warm bar and a terrace overlooking the San Pedro Claver square. The atmosphere changes during the day, the light evolves, the music too. During the day, you can enjoy an espresso while listening to swing or bolero music, and in the evening, cocktails flow freely to the sound of tropical house.

This chic little bar is a wonderful place to get together with friends. It’s elegant and low key at the same time, featuring amazing drinks made with hand-selected liquors and fresh ingredients. The food menu is also exceptional and they provide what many consider to be the best coffee in Cartagena.

El Baron is best known for its classic cocktail drinks and other mixology trends. This famous cocktail place is located in San Pedro Claver and is best known for the following flavors:. Arquitecto de Inviernos served with eucalyptus-infused vodka, aloe vera, Fernet-Branca, and citric acid

By far one of the best and most unique bars in all of Cartagena, El Baron needs to be at the top of your list. Not only are their flavor combinations unique, but the presentation is also something to be seen. We stopped here almost every night to make our way through their cocktail list.

This upscale cocktail bar will feel very familiar to those traveling from America or Europe. Though it’s rather small, the romantic decor and great drinks make you feel like you could stay for hours. The bartenders are half the reason to love it here – and they also serve small bites.

El Barón, a chic lounge and cocktail bar in the historic center of Cartagena, is the perfect place to discover luxury and sophistication. A sophisticated nightlife venue with a stylish ambiance and creative cocktail menu, this upscale venue offers a refined nightlife experience.

El Barón, once a tiny hole-in-the-wall, has recently expanded due to its popularity amongst locals and tourists alike. This award-winning Cartagena bar boasts some of the best artisan cocktails in town. It wins the prize for some of the most visually pleasing food and drinks.

The award-winning cocktails (around 30,000 COP or about US$9 each) are the real draw at El Baron and there’s an extensive menu of classic cocktails and inventive reinventions to choose from plus an additional menu of themed seasonal offerings which changes a few times a year.

Creative cocktails in a beautifully designed bar, with the option of outdoor seating in one of the nicer plazas in Cartagena. Combined with high-quality ingredients, great service, and a bit of history, El Barón is definitely worth a visit.

Located at Plaza San Pedro Claver, this bar has seating inside or outside where you can enjoy the atmosphere of the square. The service was really great here!. I ordered off the menu and they were able to make me the custom drink I wanted!

Sit outside and enjoy the sun while some of the best mixologists in the country are making your cocktail. Listen to the Lush Life podcast with one of the best, and the head honcho, Noah Matthias, and then pick whatever cocktail he advises.

If you are looking for a chic and sophisticated cocktail bar in Cartagena, look no further than El Baron. This charming spot is a favorite among well-heeled locals and tourists alike and the Mixologists here are some of the best in town.

Type: Snack and cocktail bar Address: Carrera 4 # 31-7 | Plaza de San Pedro Claver. A restaurant offering refined snacks and delicious cocktails, literally on the Plaza de San Pedro Claver, with outdoor terrace.

El Barón: it is a very elegant place, located in the historic center of Cartagena. It offers creative cocktails and the decoration and lighting of the place create a quite sophisticated atmosphere.

Beyond the views, El Baron has an exceptional selection of cocktails. To complement the drinks, the bar also offers a menu of small plates and appetizers, perfect for sharing with friends!

El Baron: One of the most recommended cocktail bars in Cartagena for good reason. Chilled and charming, it’s a great spot to kick back and sip cocktails that centre on local spirits.

There’s also El Arsenal: The Rum Box and El Baron, two ground-level cocktail bars with drinks on par with anything in New York. And you can dance salsa until sunrise at Café Havana.

We spent NYE there which proved to be an excellent choice as they set it up like a NY lounge full of couches, group tables, live music, and mean Mojitos and Moscow Mules.

We had wanted to pop into this little corner bar, they had a patio out in the plaza, and it just looked cute. I grabbed a seat outside, Peggy went in to use the restroom.

Head to El Baron, across the plaza from San Pedro Claver, for small plates and incredible rum-based cocktails, and request an outside seat to take in the action.

El Barón: Located in one of the main plazas of the walled city, this bar offers local distillations and some of the best spirits in the city.