EL GOBERNADOR CAFÉ: Cozy Coffee Haven in Santa Fé de Antioquia

About EL GOBERNADOR CAFÉ

Welcome to El Gobernador Café, a hidden gem nestled near the main park of Santa Fé de Antioquia, Antioquia, Colombia. This delightful café offers an enticing blend of local culture and exceptional coffee, making it the perfect spot for visitors and locals alike to unwind and savor life’s simple pleasures.

As you step inside El Gobernador Café, you are embraced by a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The charming décor combined with the aroma of freshly ground coffee creates a sensory experience that's hard to forget. The café serves not only fantastic coffee but also a selection of delicious Argentinean empanadas and an irresistible chocolate cake that have guests raving.

Customer reviews speak to the heart of what makes El Gobernador special. Mau Bed describes it as “a real surprise,” praising the café’s concept and the special attention to quality in every dish. The empanadas are filled with flavor, and each cup of coffee—whether it’s a rich cappuccino or a robust espresso—tells a unique story of the Antioquia region.

Michael Epstein's experience showcases the café's commitment to excellence, as he declares El Gobernador Café’s Mocha Malteada his new favorite. The quality of the coffee is evident, and the chocolate is perfectly balanced, highlighting the café's skill in pairing flavors. Cleanliness and friendly service further enhance the joy of visiting this cozy spot.

The menu isn't limited to baked goods or espressos; guests can purchase whole coffee beans straight from the café, allowing you to take a piece of Antioquia home with you. Guido Dinardo highlights the café's coffee flavor, unique with chocolate and caramel notes, making it a breathtaking experience for coffee aficionados. If you're seeking a pause in the charming town of Santa Fé de Antioquia, El Gobernador Café is superbly recommended as the ideal coffee break destination.

In summary, El Gobernador Café is more than just a coffee shop; it’s an experience that beautifully captures the essence of Santa Fé de Antioquia. With its exceptional service, friendly ambiance, and high-quality offerings, it stands out as one of the best spots to enjoy artisanal Colombian coffee and light bites. Whether you’re a local resident or a curious traveler, don’t miss the chance to indulge in a delightful moment at El Gobernador Café.

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Service options

Takeaway

Dine-in

Highlights

Great coffee

Great dessert

Popular for

Solo dining

Offerings

Coffee

Quick bite

Small plates

Dining options

Lunch

Dessert

Table service

Amenities

Toilet

Atmosphere

Casual

Cosy

Quiet

Trendy

Crowd

Groups

Tourists

Payments

NFC mobile payments

Children

Good for kids

Parking

Free of charge street parking

Parking

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Location & Map

Openings Hours

Monday

08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Tuesday

08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Wednesday

08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Thursday

08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Friday

08:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Saturday

08:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Sunday

08:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Guest Reviews

129 Reviews

Mau Bed

07 Oct 2025

A real surprise near Santafe de Antioquia main park. What a great coffee shop and concept. From the Argentinean empanadas to the chocolate cake, everything is specially made. A very sweet and cozy atmosphere to enjoy a nice cup of coffee in a cappuccino or a espresso. They also offer coffee beans from other parts of Colombia, telling a nice story of Antioquia in each cup. Great at the end of the day or at night.

Michael Epstein

27 Sep 2025

Mon y Verde ~ muchos Prestigios! You trumped Mío Amore in Calarcá for my favorite Mocha Malteada. The quality of your coffee is evident and the chocolate mixed just right! I also applaud your friendly staff, clean Café, and attractive furnishings & decor. My only neutral comment is about the boat/director style chairs. My bottom says 15 minutes and time to go. No worries, only takes 5 minutes for a good coffee or Malteadas

Michael Buonpane

14 Sep 2025

A charming small coffee shop just off the main plaza. Coffee, pastries, coffee makers, and freshly roasted & ground coffee

Jay BouncingPlaces (BOUNCINGPLACES)

13 Sep 2025

Mon Y Velarde Café is an excellent choice for a great coffee, a great chill vibe, something fast and small to eat. I had a tast Cappuccino coffee and a chicken empanada. They were both hot and would order again. The pastry was flaky, lots of shredded chicken and flavourful. I did see 1 pea maybe there were more inside. Please follow @bouncingplaces on YOUTUBE as It helps support the channel so that I can continue to share amazing places like this to eat at and fun things to do as I travel the world full time See you in the next one! Keep on Bouncing Baby

Guido Dinardo

11 Aug 2025

Best coffee place in Santa Fe de Antioquia: the coffee flavor is unique with notes of chocolate and caramel. You can also buy directly grains/minced coffee in the store. Super recommended for a coffee break in this lovely “pueblito”

Olaf

07 Aug 2025

A small café on the outskirts of the city center. The torta de la abuela is light and fluffy, as it should be. We can also recommend the torta zanahoria (carrot cake) and the torta de la abuela, as well as the torta de chocolate. It is one of the few cafés in Colombia where you can recommend the cappuccino without reservation. Everything about it is right and good. We also drank the lemonade de tamarind. Also very good. The prices are just as high as the quality of the food on offer.

Jorge Velez

19 Jun 2025

Excellent service and great coffee. Portions are on the smaller side, but the quality is very high

EL GOBERNADOR CAFÉ

About EL GOBERNADOR CAFÉ

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