Cucayo
Cucayo - Cocina de Aquí
A local Barranquilla-style restaurant decorated with Carnival and historic street themes, where arroz de lisa and Soledad sausage are popular orders.
Positioned as a "local food" restaurant, the interior uses Carnival, historic street, and football elements to recreate Barranquilla memories with vibrant colors, making it suitable for family and friend gatherings. Representative dishes include arroz de lisa (mullet rice), Soledad sausage served with bollo de yuca, egg arepas, and mote de queso. This entry is for the main branch at the intersection of Calle 85 and Carrera 53, though there are other branches such as Caimán del Río. Delivery main courses are around 35,000–48,000 COP. Recent reviews are mixed, with some diners finding it a bit expensive. Taking a taxi is recommended, and reservations are advised for weekend nights.
Opening hours
Mon–Thu 12:00–15:00, 18:00–22:00, Fri 12:00–15:00, 18:00–23:00, Sat 12:00–23:00, Sun 12:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Barranquilla Zoo
- Barrio El Prado & Hotel El Prado
- Ventana al Mundo
- Gran Malecón del Río
- La Cueva
- Casa del Carnaval
- Metropolitan Cathedral of Mary Queen
- Shakira Statue