El Chato is a contemporary Colombian restaurant in Bogotá that, under the vision of chef Álvaro Clavijo, explores Colombia's biodiversity through constantly evolving menus crafted with regional products. Recognized as Latin America's best restaurant in 2025 by The 50 Best Restaurants, El Chato blends creativity, technique, and research to deliver an experience that celebrates and elevates Colombian gastronomic identity.
El Chato is a contemporary Colombian restaurant in Bogotá that, under the vision of chef Álvaro Clavijo, explores Colombia's biodiversity through constantly evolving menus crafted with regional products. Recognized as Latin America's best restaurant in 2025 by The 50 Best Restaurants, El Chato blends creativity, technique, and research to deliver an experience that celebrates and elevates Colombian gastronomic identity.