Restaurante Candé
MAGNO's Centro Historico Recommendations

Restaurante Candé

Why we recommend Restaurante Candé

Candé is a love letter to Cartagena’s heritage.It’s the kind of place you’ll want to check off your list if you’re visiting the city. Expect classic local flavors and a full-on immersive atmosphere. The real highlight is the nightly 8 pm show—a vibrant display of folkloric dance and music that brings Cartagena’s historic rhythms to life. It’s lively, colorful, and a great way to get a feel for the city’s cultural spirit while you dine. The menu leans traditional, with well-executed local dishes and good cocktails that round out the experience.

What We Love

  • A must for visitors wanting to experience Cartagena’s cultural heritage
  • Nightly folkloric dance and music show at 8 pm
  • Classic local flavors and regional dishes
  • Good cocktail selection

What to know

  • Enforced dress code (closed-toed shoes, no trunks or tank tops for men)
  • Food is more traditional than inventive
  • Reservations highly recommended, especially for the show on the first floor

About Our Recommendations


Cartagena isn’t just a destination for us—it’s where we call home. We love this city, and sharing that with others comes naturally. Friends always ask us for recommendations, so we put together this little guide—no gimmicks, no tourist traps, just the spots we genuinely love. It’s not a definitive list, just a few of our personal favorites here at Magno.



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