Thaico never fails to attract the pre-disco party people. With 3 for 1 offers on yummy cocktails, Thaico has mastered the art of attracting El Poblado‘s revellers. That’s basically it. Thaico Calle 9A, 37 – 40, El Poblado (+57 4) 311 5639
Wild
Wild appeals to those who yearn for some dirty techno. Those who scoff at the tameness of Medellín’s electronic music scene may be satisfied by this European-style techno warehouse. Indeed, there isn’t much of an underground scene bubbling away in Medellín. But, if a hardcore techno movement were to begin, it might well take place [...]
Mango’s
Mango’s is a former gangsta’s paradise which now caters to the whole family. Mango’s is infamous for sexy models and dwarfs whom mingle with the crowd against a backdrop of Wild West décor. Once heralded as a venue for real-life gangsters, Mango’s ‘anything bizarre goes’ policy now creates an open friendly atmosphere which now seems [...]
El Son de la Loma
El Son de la Loma is an archetypal salsa bar which has been pumping out the classics since 1981. El Son de la Loma’s the big screen TV may be the only modern touch in a charmful setting which holds an extensive vinyl collection and wall mounted photos of salsa legends close to its heart. [...]
El Callejon Bar
A large presence of Rastas in the vicinity supports the argument that El Callejon Bar may well be Medellín’s best reggae joint. El Callejon Bar is a spacious bar with open-air courtyard and plays a good mix of both conscious roots classics and more modern pieces, while there is no attempt to cross-over into Ragga. [...]
Trilogia
Trilogia is one of many large clubs in Barrio Colombia with live rock n pop music. From a non-Colombian perspective, the live performances at Trilogia may seem more like well-rehearsed karaoke. Indeed, if only they were slightly worse we might at least enjoy the comedy value of a truly horrendous show. People tend to arrive [...]
Woka
Walking up the stairs to Woka is a bit like those edgy moments that precede a ghost train ride. Woka consists of weird trees, cave-like walls, jungley sounds, fluorescent fish and a waterfall that bursts into life when it’s raining. With dimmed lighting and endless comfy sofas, Woka also offers a full restaurant menu and [...]
Bar el Bodegon del Parque
Bar el Bodegon del Parque is the centrepiece of Parque Poblado. Bar el Bodegon del Parque is the quickest way to escape the yupified corridors of Parque Lleras. How long Bar el Bodegon del Parque can continue not to confirm to its wealthy neighbours remains to be seen. But, for now, on any night of [...]
