Absenta
Absenta is a cocktail bar with a kitchen at Carrera 2 Oeste #1-08, El Peñón. It calls itself a bar of the fée verte (absinthe), opens every day from late afternoon, and has DJs some nights.
- Hours
- Monday to Wednesday 5:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; Thursday until 2:00 a.m.; Friday until 2:30 a.m.; Saturday 6:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.; Sunday 6:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. (checked on 2026-10-13).
- Price
- Paid (see menu)
- Duration
- 2 to 4 hours
- Address
- Carrera 2 Oeste #1-08, El Peñón, Cali
It's on Carrera 2 Oeste, El Peñón's bar street, a few steps from Penélope Martini. There's a bar with a wall of bottles, low lighting and outdoor tables under the trees.
Cocktails are the main draw. The food menu has mains, pastas and sharing platters. Some nights there's a DJ, and on Instagram they promote a slot called Hora Verde. It's a good place to eat and stay for a drink before going out dancing.
It stayed open after the August 10, 2026 earthquake: in September and October 2026 it was posting events on Instagram. There's another location at Alto Pance Mall.
What to see
- The bar with its wall of bottles.
- The outdoor tables on Carrera 2 Oeste.
- The house cocktails.
Getting there
- Taxi or ride-hailing app to Carrera 2 Oeste and Calle 1, in El Peñón.
- El Peñón sits right next to San Antonio; from there it's a short taxi ride.
Tips
- On Fridays and Saturdays, book through the link on their Instagram.
- Ask what the Hora Verde includes before you order.
- From here you can walk to the other bars on the same street.
FAQ
Is Absenta a bar or a restaurant?
Both: cocktails, food and DJ music some nights.
Do I need a reservation?
It's not required, but on weekends it's worth booking through the link on their Instagram.
Is it still open after the earthquake?
Yes. In October 2026 it was still posting plans on Instagram.
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