Gastronomic Crawl in Bogotá, Colombia

Bogotá’s best food moves happen after 5:00 pm, and this crawl in the Usaquén neighborhood is a simple way to taste your way through Colombia without building a plan from scratch. What makes it especially fun is the mix of stops, from a proper sit-down dinner to a focused dessert stop, then cacao, then a rum bar finish. I also like that it’s run in English and organized for groups up to 50 people, so you get structure without feeling rushed.

Two things I really like are the way you get a real two-course meal at the first stop, plus an artisanal soda, and the fact that the tour builds toward chocolate with a stop dedicated to regional cacao at Legado. One thing to watch: drinks at the rosconería, the cacao stop, and the rum bar are not included, and you finish with a 20 percent discount rather than an open-bar situation.

Key Highlights You’ll Care About

• A full Colombian dinner at Stop 1, not just snacks
• Stuffed roscon dessert at La Rosconería, with multiple traditional flavor options
• Regional cacao tastings at Legado, including a 70 percent bar
• Rum bar finish with 20 percent off, plus lots of local flavor pairings
• Small-group feel with a maximum of 50 travelers and plenty of time at each stop

Usaquén at 5:30 pm: how this crawl is set up

This tour starts at 5:30 pm and runs about 4 hours 30 minutes. You meet at Canasto Picnic Bistró (Usaquén), Cl. 118 #6-45, and you end at Pedro Mandinga Rum Bar, Cl. 117 #6a-05. The timing matters because you’re eating dinner while the neighborhood is in its evening rhythm, not squeezing meals into a rushed afternoon.

You’ll get a mobile ticket, and the tour is offered in English. That combination is great if you’re new to Bogotá, or if you just want to spend your attention on the food and the stories, not on transportation math.

The group size cap is 50, which helps keep the pace reasonable. In the best case, the guide keeps the group together and you get time to ask questions and actually talk with people, not just line up and disappear.

Canasto Picnic Bistró: your two-course Colombian dinner plus soda

Stop 1 is Canasto Picnic Bistró in Usaquén, and this is where the tour starts strong: you get a two-course meal that includes an appetizer + main course and an artisanal soda. This is an important detail. A lot of food tours “count” lunch portions or bite-size tastings. Here, you’re eating dinner.

The menu is exclusive for the tour, using local ingredients to showcase Colombian flavors. I like when a tour doesn’t just throw dishes at you, but instead builds a meal that feels coherent. This one is designed to help you understand how Colombian cooking shows up across courses, not only in desserts.

Practical tip: arrive hungry. You don’t want to start by skipping the appetizer, because the rest of the crawl includes sweets and chocolate, and your taste buds will thank you later.

La Rosconería: stuffed roscones with six traditional flavor options

After dinner comes dessert at La Rosconería, the place built around roscones. If you’ve never had a roscon before, the tour gives you a clear, fun way to try one without overthinking it: you choose a sweet stuffed roscon and pick from six traditional flavor options.

This stop is also a social reset. By the time you reach the dessert, the group has usually settled into a friendly rhythm, and the guide has time to talk through what makes roscones special in a Bogotá context. The best part is that the dessert is included as part of the price, so you’re not worrying about ordering something that might be the “wrong” choice.

One consideration: if you’re not into sweet breads or filled desserts, you might find this is the most opinionated stop. It’s a dessert-focused experience, so plan accordingly.

Legado cacao experience: two filled bonbons and a 70 percent bar

Stop 3 is Legado, an artisanal cacao factory and shop that focuses on sustainable work with different regional varieties of Colombian cacao. You taste two filled chocolate bonbons with tropical flavors, plus a small 70 percent chocolate bar made from regional cacao.

I like the structure here: you get variety in texture and intensity. The bonbons let you explore flavor combinations, while the 70 percent bar gives you a more direct sense of the cacao itself. If you’re the type who enjoys comparing, this stop is set up for that.

Also, the tour’s cacao angle adds value beyond “eat chocolate.” You’re getting context about the sourcing and the producers, which makes the tasting feel earned rather than random. It’s the kind of stop that makes you more aware of what you’re actually tasting.

Small note: drinks at this location are not included, so if you want something besides water, budget for it.

Pedro Mandinga Rum Bar: finish with 20 percent off, not included drinks

The last stop is Pedro Mandinga Rum Bar in Usaquén. This is where the evening turns more playful, with a focus on rum and flavored pairings using local fruits and edible plants.

Here’s the key detail: your tour includes the experience ending at the bar, but drinks are not included. What you do get is 20 percent off the check, which can soften the cost if you choose to order something.

This setup is pretty common for food-and-drink tours: they don’t trap you into buying alcohol, but they encourage you to linger if you want to. If you prefer zero alcohol, you can still enjoy the setting and the flavor focus, just keep your expectations realistic.

Value check: what $75 covers, and where costs can pop up

At $75 per person for about 4.5 hours, this tour is strongest because most of the food is built into the ticket price.

Included:

• Dinner at Canasto Picnic Bistró: appetizer + main + artisanal soda
• Dessert: a sweet stuffed roscon at La Rosconería
• Chocolate tastings at Legado: 2 filled bonbons + a small 70 percent bar
• A 20 percent discount at the rum bar at the end

Not included:

• Drinks at La Rosconería
• Drinks at Legado
• Drinks at Pedro Mandinga

So your “all-in” spend depends on how much you order at the last three stops. If you stick to included items and only add a drink or two, you’ll probably feel like you got a lot for your money. If you plan to order multiple cocktails or beverages at each stop, the price can climb fast.

The other value lever is time. You get a planned sequence of four stops in one evening, which reduces decision fatigue. You’re not hunting for menus, comparing prices, or crossing the city. And the route ends right where the evening food vibe continues.

The guide factor: names like Carolina Navas and Liz help make it work

Food tours live or die on the guide, and the reports you’ll hear around town often point to guides like Carolina Navas and Liz. When a guide knows the details, you get more than “this is delicious.” You get context for why dishes matter in Bogotá, and how the places connect to the neighborhood you’re walking through.

In particular, you’ll get explanations tied to the food and the spots themselves. Some stops are linked to the owners or the people running the experience, which can make it feel more personal than a standard script. For me, that’s what turns a tasting into a memory.

Also, this is a good pick if you want an easy social layer in a new city. The format naturally mixes people, and because you’re moving from stop to stop, conversations tend to restart without awkward silences.

Timing and weather: plan for a flexible Bogotá evening

This experience requires good weather. That matters because it’s a walking evening in Usaquén and the rhythm depends on everyone reaching the stops comfortably. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

If you’re booking as a first-time visitor, this is still a solid option because the meeting and end points are clearly fixed, and the tour includes a lot of food so you’re not stuck starving if the pace is slower than you expected.

Because it starts at 5:30 pm, consider eating a light snack before you go, but don’t fill up too much. You want to enjoy the appetizer and main, then the roscon, then the cacao.

Should you book this Bogotá gastronomic crawl?

Book it if you want a structured evening that delivers a real dinner plus dessert and tastings, all tied to Colombian flavors. It’s also a strong choice if you’re landing in Bogotá and want to get your bearings fast through a neighborhood walk and a clear food sequence.

Skip it or adjust your expectations if:

• You are not interested in dessert or chocolate
• You want a tour where all drinks are included (they are not, except via discount at the rum bar)
• You’re traveling during days when weather might be unreliable and you hate changing plans

If you do book, my best advice is simple: go hungry, pick your roscon flavor with curiosity, and let the guide do the talking so you can focus on tasting.

FAQ

What time does the tour start, and how long does it last?

The tour starts at 5:30 pm and lasts about 4 hours 30 minutes.

Where do I meet the group and where does it end?

You meet at Canasto Picnic Bistró (Usaquén), Cl. 118 #6-45, Bogotá and you end at Pedro Mandinga Rum Bar, Cl. 117 #6a-05, Bogotá.

What is included in the tour price?

The price includes dinner at Canasto Picnic Bistró (appetizer + main course + artisanal soda), dessert (a stuffed roscon), and cacao tastings at Legado (two filled bonbons plus a small 70 percent chocolate bar), plus 20 percent off at the rum bar.

Are drinks included during the stops?

Drinks at the rosconería and cacao stop are not included, and drinks at the rum bar are also not included. You do get 20 percent off the check at Pedro Mandinga.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes, the tour is offered in English.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience starts. If you cancel less than 24 hours in advance, the amount paid is not refunded. The tour also depends on good weather and a minimum number of travelers, and in those cases you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.