Best Breakfast & Café in Guatapé — Fresh Sourdough from 7:30am
Sourdough baked from a 200-year-old starter. Amazonian ice cream, Colombian coffee, and brunch made from scratch. On the malecón — Calle 32 #28-91.
Breakfast before La Piedra. Lunch after the climb. Coffee anytime.
One of the best places to eat in Guatapé — open from 7:30am.
Casa de Ciclistas is on the malecón in Guatapé — steps from the Avenue of the Umbrellas and a short walk from La Piedra del Peñol. We open at 7:30am with sourdough baked from a 200-year-old starter, single-origin Colombian coffee, and real food made from scratch. One of the most-reviewed cafés in Guatapé, with 4.9 on Google. Whether you're here for La Piedra, the lake, or just a good breakfast — this is where to start.
A short distance from La Piedra
Easy to reach before or after visiting La Piedra del Peñol.
A few steps from the Avenue of the Umbrellas
Right near Guatapé’s most colorful walking area, also known as Camino de los Paraguas.
Open from 7:30am
Early enough for every adventure.
Guatapé Travelers Love Us for Breakfast, Lunch, Coffee & Fresh-Baked Sourdough
Read what guests say on Google about our food, bakery, coffee, service, and atmosphere.
"This restaurant is delicious! We could see why it has been named the best in Guatape. We came for breakfast on our last day and wished we had tried it sooner."
"The croissants were out of this world, as were the pancakes; also, the fruit was fresh."
"This is the best place in town! It mixes dishes from around the world with Colombian culture. We enjoyed the Spätzle and tried several of the delicious Arepas!"
"My 2 (adult) children shared a Bandeja Paisa and I had the vegetarian sandwich — all delicious!"
"The food is amazing — the bagels, made in house, best ever. Great coffee and smoothies, have almond milk."
"Both were delicious but I was really impressed with the sourdough."
"Best food & drinks in Colombia! Great coffee too! Great customer service!"
"The American coffee very rich (I had two), and the pastry tasty and fresh."
"My son and I are on our first trip to South America and one of the best decisions we've made on this trip is eating at this restaurant. Had an amazing conversation with the gracious owner (with a huge heart)"
"This place is a gem. If you are in Guatape, make sure you go here, not just for the food, but for the experience as a whole."
Breakfast before La Piedra. Lunch after the climb. Coffee anytime.
Breakfast, Brunch & Bakery — Made From Scratch in Guatapé
Breakfast & Brunch
Shakshuka, Turkish eggs, granola bowls, and smoothies made with Amazonian and local fruits. Everything from scratch, from 7:30am.
Artisan Sourdough & Bakery
Baked daily from a 200-year-old starter — the only artisan bakery in Guatapé doing this. By the slice, as toast, or a whole loaf to take.
Colombian Coffee
Single-origin Colombian beans. Espresso, pour-over, tinto, or café con leche — tell us what you want and we'll suggest the right method.
Lunch
Hearty mains made with locally sourced ingredients.
Desserts & Pastries
House-made pastries and sweets. A good reason to linger.
Amazon Ice Cream
25 exotic flavors made from wild fruits sourced directly from nomadic indigenous communities in the Colombian Amazon.
Fuel before the 740 steps.
La Piedra del Peñol is Guatapé's most iconic climb: 740 steps carved into a massive granite rock. Before you go up, stop in. A proper breakfast built from real ingredients sets you up for the climb, the view, and whatever comes after.
Free morning bike ride. Everyone welcome.
Local riders lead a free guided ride every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7:30am, starting right outside our front door. Bikes and helmets included. No experience needed — just show up.
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
7:30 a.m.
Starts at Casa de Ciclistas, malecón
Beginner-friendly
Ask our staff for details
You climbed 740 steps.
Now eat well.
Back from La Piedra? Pull up a seat on the malecón. Fresh mains, cold drinks, and a view of the lake. Lunch served from noon.
Where Guatapé meets the Amazon.
Casa de Ciclistas is a co-founder of Dulce Amazónica — a fair-trade cultural embassy partnering with 21 nomadic Indigenous communities in the Colombian Amazon. The ice cream here is made from Amazonian fruits sourced directly from those communities: copoazú, arazá, borojo, chontaduro. Flavors you won't find anywhere else in Antioquia.
Fair trade, not charity. Every purchase supports the communities directly.
Questions About Casa de Ciclistas
What kind of food does Casa de Ciclistas serve?
We serve breakfast and brunch from 7:30am: sourdough toast and loaves baked from a 200-year-old starter, Turkish eggs (shakshuka), granola bowls, smoothies made with Amazonian and local fruits, and Colombian coffee in multiple styles. Everything is made in-house.
Is Casa de Ciclistas one of the best restaurants in Guatapé?
It is consistently rated among the top places to eat in Guatapé — 4.9 on Google with over 1,382 reviews, and 5.0 on TripAdvisor. We focus on a shorter menu done well: artisan baked goods, fresh breakfast food, and flavors you won't find anywhere else in Antioquia.
Do I need to book a table in advance?
No reservations needed. Just come in. We open at 7:30am every day except Tuesday. On busy weekends, arriving early guarantees the best selection of freshly baked bread.
What is Dulce Amazónica?
Dulce Amazónica is a fair-trade cultural embassy we co-founded. It partners with 21 nomadic Indigenous communities in the Colombian Amazon and brings their products — including exotic ice cream — to the public. The ice cream at Casa de Ciclistas is sourced directly from those communities.
Are the mountain bike rides really free?
Yes. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7:30am, we run free guided rides through Guatapé. Bikes and helmets are included. No experience is needed — just show up before 7:30am.
What time does Casa de Ciclistas open?
We open at 7:30am Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. We close at 7:30pm on weekdays and 8:30pm on weekends. We are closed on Tuesdays.
Is Casa de Ciclistas vegetarian-friendly?
Yes. Most of the menu is vegetarian. We have vegan options as well. Ask us when you come in and we can point out the right dishes for your needs.
Where exactly is Casa de Ciclistas located in Guatapé?
We're on the malecón — the waterfront promenade — at Calle 32 #28-91, Guatapé, Antioquia. About five minutes from the pier, close to La Piedra, and near the Avenue of the Umbrellas. Outdoor seating with views of the reservoir.
What makes Casa de Ciclistas different from other cafés in Guatapé?
Three things: sourdough baked daily from a starter that is 200 years old — the only artisan bakery in Guatapé doing this. Amazonian ice cream sourced from Indigenous communities in the Colombian jungle through Dulce Amazónica. And free guided mountain bike rides three mornings a week.
Is the sourdough bread available every day?
Yes, every day we are open — baked fresh before 7:30am. By the slice, as toast with toppings, or as a whole loaf to take with you. It sometimes sells out by mid-morning on busy weekends.
Come find us.
CL 32#28-91 Malecón
Guatapé, Antioquia, Colombia
Open 7:30am–7:30pm. Closed Tuesdays.
+57 321 884 8858
hello@casadeciclistas.com