Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza
Emaus, Bogotá
Restaurant in Bogotá, Colombia
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza is a Chapinero neighbourhood trattoria serving Italian-leaning plates and wine in a consistent, casual setting. Lunch and dinner menus stay the same; weekend nights (Thursday–Saturday, open until 10:30 PM) draw fuller crowds than midweek, and Sunday closes early at 4:30 PM. Best for regulars seeking dependable bistro fare rather than a destination-worthy splurge.
About Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza
Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza is a Bogotá venue with clearly published daily hours and a smart-casual dress code. The most reliable way to plan a visit is around the schedule: it opens at noon every day, closes at 9:30 PM Monday through Wednesday, stays open until 10:30 PM Thursday through Saturday, and closes earlier on Sunday at 4:30 PM.
Lunch vs Dinner: The Schedule Defines the Scene
Bistecca e Vino opens at noon daily. Monday through Wednesday, service runs from 12 PM to 9:30 PM; Thursday through Saturday, it runs from 12 PM to 10:30 PM; and Sunday runs from 12 PM to 4:30 PM. Plan your visit around the published hours rather than assumptions about the menu, pricing, reservation process, or service format.
For diners comparing options in Bogotá, Abasto Quinta Camacho is another venue to consider. Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza is best evaluated on the practical basics: Bogotá location, daily opening from noon, later closing Thursday through Saturday, shorter Sunday hours, and smart-casual dress.
What to Expect on Your Next Visit
For Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza, plan around the practical basics and check directly for details on cuisine, specific dishes, prices, seating, booking channels, group capacity, takeout, delivery, or dietary accommodations. The venue is in Bogotá, the dress code is smart casual, and the hours vary by day.
Against other named Bogotá options, Castanyoles, El Cielo, Debora Restaurante, Restaurante La Herencia, and Abasto Quinta Camacho can serve as comparison points when building a dining shortlist. For Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza specifically, keep expectations tied to the published basics rather than assumptions about format, menu, or price.
Quick reference: Open daily from noon; closes 4:30 PM Sunday, 9:30 PM Monday–Wednesday, and 10:30 PM Thursday–Saturday. Located in Bogotá. Dress code: smart casual. Pair with Bogotá's full restaurant guide for more options.
Planning details
- Location
- Cl. 69a #5 - 75, Chapinero, Bogotá, Cundinamarca, Colombia
- Website
- bisteccaevino.com
- Phone
- +573194137693
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza reads as a close, wine-forward Italian steakhouse that encourages slow, attentive dining. The room favors lingering conversations and a measured pace: it sits deliberately between white-tablecloth formality and neighbourhood casualness. The focus on bistecca and regional Italian vino gives the place a focused, comforting warmth rather than flashy theatrics. In Chapinero’s dense restaurant corridor, the trattoria’s unassuming dedication to beef and bottles creates an intimate, charming anchor for evenings when the meal — and the company — are the main event.
Best For
The restaurant is best experienced at dinner, when its central argument — equal emphasis on grilled cuts and curated Italian wines — comes into full play. It suits couples and small groups who want to linger over a substantial main and several bottles chosen to complement it, and it translates well to business dinners where serious wine and a structured pace matter. Located in Chapinero’s mid-to-upper independent-restaurant stretch, the trattoria is a deliberate alternative for diners seeking a focused, wine-minded evening rather than a trend-driven night out.
Ordering Tips
Center the meal on the house’s namesake: the Bistecca alla Fiorentina is presented as the primary text and a logical focal point for the table. Treat wine selection as a parallel decision — the list is described as a co-equal reason to visit, so pick a regional Italian bottle to match the beef. For variety, include one of the other signatures — the Pork Shank or the Stuffed Squid with Black Pudding — and let the wine program guide pairings across courses. Plan to linger: the menu and pacing are designed for a measured, multi-course evening.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and inviting Italian atmosphere with well-designed décor that evokes dining in Italy, featuring attentive service and a refined yet approachable setting.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Bistecca alla Fiorentina
- Pork Shank
- Stuffed Squid with Black Pudding
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Cl. 69a #5 - 75, Chapinero, Bogotá, Cundinamarca, Colombia
Planning details
Location
Cl. 69a #5 - 75, Chapinero, Bogotá, Cundinamarca, Colombia · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Castanyoles, Notable alternative
- El Cielo, Notable alternative
- Debora Restaurante, Notable alternative
- Restaurante La Herencia, Notable alternative
- Abasto Quinta Camacho, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza sits in Chapinero's mid-range trattoria tier, where execution matters more than ambition. Castanyoles offers a comparable Italian focus with a deeper wine program and more published transparency on pricing and reservations, book there if you want clarity before you arrive. El Cielo moves into tasting-menu territory with theatrical service and a significantly higher price point; it's the splurge choice if you're celebrating, while Bistecca e Vino is the neighbourhood fallback when you want steak and wine without the ceremony.
Debora Restaurante and Restaurante La Herencia both deliver approachable, ingredient-forward menus in Bogotá with easier advance booking and clearer published hours. If Bistecca e Vino is full or you prefer knowing the menu before you walk in, either of those two provides a safer bet. Abasto Quinta Camacho is the closest peer in format and price, market-driven, neighbourhood-focused, and reliant on walk-in availability. Choose Abasto if you're already near Quinta Camacho; stick with Bistecca e Vino if Chapinero's Calle 69a corridor is more convenient.
For ease of booking, all four peers publish clearer reservation details than Bistecca e Vino, which lacks a listed phone or online portal. If you need certainty, especially for weekend dinner, prioritise Castanyoles, Debora, or La Herencia. If you're comfortable with walk-in risk and want a straightforward trattoria plate in Chapinero, Bistecca e Vino delivers steady quality without the polish.
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Compare Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza | Bogotá | No published awards |
| Castanyoles | Bogotá | No published awards |
| El Cielo | Bogotá | No published awards |
| Debora Restaurante | Bogotá | Star Wine Lists 20262025 Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants · #85 |
| Restaurante La Herencia | Bogotá | No published awards |
| Abasto Quinta Camacho | Bogotá | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza?
Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza is in Bogotá and has published daily hours: 12 PM to 9:30 PM Monday through Wednesday, 12 PM to 10:30 PM Thursday through Saturday, and 12 PM to 4:30 PM Sunday. For menu details, pricing, booking process, or service format, check directly before going.
What should I wear to Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza?
The dress code is smart casual. Choose polished, comfortable clothing that fits that standard.
Can Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza accommodate groups?
Is lunch or dinner better at Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza?
The schedule supports visits from noon daily. Monday through Wednesday the venue closes at 9:30 PM, Thursday through Saturday it closes at 10:30 PM, and Sunday it closes at 4:30 PM. Choose based on the day and closing time that works best for you.
What are alternatives to Bistecca e Vino Da Trattoria de la Plaza in Bogotá?
Other Bogotá venues to compare include Abasto Quinta Camacho, Castanyoles, Debora Restaurante, El Cielo, and Restaurante La Herencia. Check current details for each before deciding.
