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Coffee shop in Medellín, El Poblado, Medellin, Antioquia
What should I order at General Cafe Bar Medellín?
What to order
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Acai Bowl
Recommended multiple times for being fresh, smooth, flavorful, and consistently delicious.
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Coffee
Frequently praised as excellent, exceptional, and a standout part of the cafe experience.
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Carrot Cake
Strongly recommended as a sweet treat, with one review calling it "to die for."
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Croissant
Mentioned positively alongside the cortado as a good breakfast item.
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Eggs Benedict With Ham
Called out as a great dish on a repeat visit and part of the cafe's consistently good food.
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Avocado Toast
Described as delicious and generously portioned.
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Chilaquiles Divorciados
Specifically mentioned as yummy and part of a very positive meal.
Details
Location
Cl. 13 #43D-84 Loc 101, 102, Medellín, El Poblado, Medellin, Antioquia, 050021, CO
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 8 PM |
About General Cafe Bar Medellín
General Cafe Bar Medellín is a coffee shop, breakfast and brunch restaurant in Medellín, Antioquia, located in El Poblado and attached to a hotel. The menu and reviews point to chilaquiles, French toast, açaí bowls, carrot cake, coffee, and cocktails as recurring favorites. Reviewers consistently praise the quality of the food and drinks, the comfortable seating, and the atmosphere for working, breakfast, or relaxed brunch. The price is on the higher side for the area, but many guests say it matches the experience.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Live music
- Live performances
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Appointment required
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is General Cafe Bar Medellín known for?
It is especially known for chilaquiles, with reviewers mentioning the Chilaquiles Divorciados as a standout breakfast dish. Guests also repeatedly call out the coffee, carrot cake, and açaí bowl, along with the relaxed hotel-lobby setting in El Poblado.
What dishes are most recommended at General Cafe Bar Medellín?
Reviewers most often recommend the chilaquiles, French toast, carrot cake, and açaí bowl. Other specific dishes that come up repeatedly are eggs Benedict with ham, avocado toast, grilled cheese pandebono waffle, and chickenccini.
What is the atmosphere like at General Cafe Bar Medellín?
The vibe is casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with indoor and outdoor seating, rooftop seating, and music that is described as pleasant and not too loud. It suits solo diners, groups, and people working on a laptop, especially for breakfast, brunch, or a relaxed coffee break.
Is General Cafe Bar Medellín good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is COP 40–60K, and several reviewers say it is on the expensive side. Even so, they also say the portion sizes are good and the quality of the food, coffee, and service makes the price feel justified.
When is the best time to visit General Cafe Bar Medellín?
Reviewers say it works well for early breakfast, Sunday brunch, and weekday work sessions, with some mentioning good experiences both before the day gets busy and during lunch. Because service can be a little slow at times, going earlier or outside peak brunch hours may help.
Is parking available at General Cafe Bar Medellín?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does General Cafe Bar Medellín have vegetarian options?
Yes, General Cafe Bar Medellín offers vegetarian options.
Is General Cafe Bar Medellín kid-friendly?
Yes, General Cafe Bar Medellín is good for kids.
