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franchise that is worth many visits. Cereal, yogurt, bread, fruit and a hot or cold
beverage, 8,000 COP. (www.fruteriaspatty.com).
Dunkin Donuts, Calle 19 No. 4-46. Dunkin Donuts offers comfort food and a nice
couch to sit on. You can get a donut and coffee in a cup that reminds you of the
United States.
Chopi Centro, Carrera 7 No. 21-59. Chopi Centro is a great fried chicken
restaurant, with a friendly and quick staff. The three piece combo for 6,800 COP
includes chicken, fries and arepa.
Punto Rapido, Carrera 7 No. 22-64. Punto Rapido is a cafeteria-style restaurant
with excellent pastries. Punto Rapido has a great fruit bar that lets you build
your salad. Bowl of fruit, 6,800 COP.
Café Restaurante Makondo, Carrera 4 No. 18-31. Café Makondo has very good
economical Colombian food. Soup, chicken, rice, and beans for 6,000 COP. Mon.
- Sat. Restaurant, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM only. Café bar, 4:00 PM - 11:00 AM.
Mid-Range
Asadero Los Tronquitos, Carrera 5 No. 17-66 (031-609-7082, delivery). Asadero
Los Tronquitos is an amazing Colombian parrilla that offers excellence in every
way possible. The food is incredibly good for the price. Los Tronquitos serves
large portions of meat with many excellent sides. The staff and owners are super
friendly. On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM there is live
music. This establishment is one of the best restaurants in the 20,000 COP range
in Bogotá.
NIGHTLIFE
There are numerous types of popular bars in this area, especially on Friday
nights when local students leave classes.