Café Macondo
Café Macondo is a café and pastry shop at Carrera 6 #3-03, in San Antonio, near the church. It opens in the afternoon and has free movies, a jam session on Tuesdays and live jazz on Saturdays.
- Hours
- Monday to Saturday 2:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.; Sundays and public holidays 1:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (checked on 2026-10-12).
- Price
- Paid (see menu)
- Duration
- 0 to 2 hours
- Address
- Carrera 6 #3-03, San Antonio, Cali
It opened in 2004 in a white corner house with yellow butterflies on the facade, a nod to the town in One Hundred Years of Solitude. Inside there are yellow walls covered in jazz photos, movie posters and portraits of García Márquez, with low lamps over the tables.
It serves specialty coffee brewed several ways, homemade desserts, burgers, salads and sandwiches, plus beer and wine. There are free movies on weekdays from 6:30 p.m., a jam session on Tuesdays and live jazz on Saturdays. It's open Monday to Saturday from 2:30 to 10:00 p.m., and Sundays and public holidays from 1:30 to 9:00 p.m.
San Antonio is next to downtown, which was damaged in the August 10, 2026 earthquake. We found no report about the café; before you go, confirm on WhatsApp at 317 644 2611.
What to see
- The white facade with yellow butterflies.
- The walls with jazz photos and portraits of García Márquez.
- The free movies or Saturday jazz.
Getting there
- On foot from the San Antonio park: it's a block from the church.
- Taxi to Carrera 6 and Calle 3.
Tips
- Go at sunset, after walking up the San Antonio hill.
- Bring cash: several reviews say they don't take cards.
- On Saturday, arrive early if you want a table for the jazz.
- Order one of the homemade desserts with your coffee.
FAQ
What time does Café Macondo open?
Monday to Saturday from 2:30 p.m., and Sundays and public holidays from 1:30 p.m.
Is there live music?
Yes, a jam session on Tuesdays and jazz on Saturdays.
Do they take cards?
Sources disagree. Bring cash just in case.
Is it open after the earthquake?
There are no reports of damage. Confirm on WhatsApp before you go.
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