Platillos Voladores
Centenario, Cali
Restaurant in Cali, Colombia
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book Platillos Voladores when you want a composed Granada meal rather than a casual fallback. Lunch is the calmer play; dinner is better for an occasion. Because confirmed menu and price details are thin, it works better for flexible diners than for anyone chasing a specific dish or tightly priced plan.
About Platillos Voladores
Platillos Voladores is a Cali restaurant with lunch and dinner hours Monday through Saturday and a smart-casual dress code. Use it when the timing works for a planned meal.
The practical strategy is to plan around lunch and dinner by schedule. Lunch is available from 12–3 PM Monday through Friday and 12–4 PM on Saturday. Dinner runs 7–10 PM Monday through Thursday and 7–11 PM on Friday and Saturday. The restaurant is closed on Sunday.
Use the first return visit to test the range, not chase a signature
No named signature dishes are listed, so ordering should be category-led rather than checklist-led. If the table has already been once, the next meal should be about choosing from the current menu and matching the order to the group's appetite. Avoid building the plan around a specific dish unless you confirm it directly with the restaurant.
Solo diners can use the hours to choose the easier slot for their schedule. If you are comparing options, include La Bella Pizza before committing.
Compare by timing and confirmed details
If the timing does not line up, compare Platillos Voladores with other named options such as Storia D'Amore Granada, Miyabi, Odiseo Bistro, La Maria, and La Bella Pizza. Treat those as planning alternatives rather than direct matches unless you have confirmed the specific cuisine, price, and service details you need.
For planning beyond one meal, use our full Cali restaurants guide and the Cali hotels guide.
Verdict: consider Platillos Voladores when its Cali location, smart-casual dress code, and Monday-to-Saturday lunch and dinner hours fit your plan. If the priority is a defined cuisine lane, specific dish, price point, or dietary accommodation, confirm those details directly before visiting.
Planning details
- Location
- Av. 3 N #7-19, Granada, Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
- Website
- platillosvoladores.com
- Phone
- +576026687750
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Platillos Voladores sits squarely within Granada’s energetic dining artery, operating as a format-forward presence that favors range and surprise over strict regionalism. The kitchen treats the menu as a framework for moving between influences, and the restaurant’s placement on Avenida 3 Norte means it benefits from steady foot traffic and a peer network of mid-to-upper dining addresses. That context gives the place a confident, sophisticated hum: not flashy, but lively and curated, attracting both local regulars and visitors who come prepared to sample a menu that resists a single culinary identity.
Best For
This is a spot for evening outings that lean a little upscale without being stuffy. Its positioning among Granada’s mid-to-upper addresses and the existing framing as a date-night and special-occasion destination make it well suited to dinner reservations and group meals where guests want variety and a sense of occasion. The restaurant’s experimental menu approach also rewards diners who prefer shared plates and tasting-style exploration, so it functions well for couples, small celebratory groups, and local regulars seeking something inventive on Avenida 3 Norte.
Ordering Tips
The menu’s architecture is the primary signal here: expect cross-influence dishes built for sharing and surprise. When ordering, lean into the signatures mentioned—Pescado Chontaduro, Shrimp and Mango Ceviche, and Chontaduro rolls—as anchors that showcase the kitchen’s flavor direction. Because the restaurant treats the menu as a framework rather than a single tradition, assemble a mix of items across sections to experience the range the team is aiming for; ordering several shareable plates gives the best sense of the restaurant’s exploratory intent.
Venue details
Ambiance
Colorful, inviting atmosphere with tropical garden seating and modern stylish interiors.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Pescado Chontaduro
- Shrimp and Mango Ceviche
- Chontaduro rolls
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Av. 3 N #7-19, Granada, Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Planning details
Location
Av. 3 N #7-19, Granada, Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- La Maria, Notable alternative
- Odiseo Bistro, Notable alternative
- La Bella Pizza, Notable alternative
- Storia D'Amore Granada, Notable alternative
- Miyabi, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Platillos Voladores compares in Cali
Platillos Voladores is the flexible Granada pick when the group wants a full restaurant meal without committing to a narrow cuisine lane. Storia D'Amore Granada is the clearer choice for Italian comfort, while Miyabi makes more sense when Japanese is the brief.
For value and ease, La Bella Pizza is the safer casual backup, especially for quick groups or diners who do not want a full dinner format. Odiseo Bistro is the better cross-shop for a bistro-style evening, while La Maria fits diners who want another Cali dining-room option rather than a cuisine-specific alternative.
Choose Platillos Voladores for a repeat Granada night where flexibility matters. Choose Storia D'Amore Granada, Miyabi, or La Bella Pizza when the group already knows the cuisine or formality level it wants.
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Compare Platillos Voladores
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Platillos Voladores | Cali | No published awards |
| La Maria | Cali | No published awards |
| Odiseo Bistro | Cali | No published awards |
| La Bella Pizza | Cali | No published awards |
| Storia D'Amore Granada | Cali | No published awards |
| Miyabi | Cali | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Platillos Voladores?
Choose based on timing. Platillos Voladores serves lunch from 12–3 PM Monday through Friday and 12–4 PM on Saturday. Dinner runs 7–10 PM Monday through Thursday and 7–11 PM on Friday and Saturday. The restaurant is closed on Sunday.
What are alternatives to Platillos Voladores in Cali?
Other options to compare include La Maria, Storia D'Amore Granada, Miyabi, La Bella Pizza, and Odiseo Bistro. Use those names as starting points for planning rather than exact substitutes.
Does Platillos Voladores handle dietary restrictions?
Confirm directly with the restaurant before visiting if your group has strict needs. If your party needs guaranteed accommodation, choose a venue with clearer service details.
Is Platillos Voladores good for solo dining?
It may work for solo dining if the hours fit your schedule, especially because both lunch and dinner service are listed Monday through Saturday. However, solo diners should not assume a specific setup.
Is Platillos Voladores good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for an occasion if the schedule and smart-casual dress code match your plans. Dinner runs until 11 PM on Friday and Saturday, which gives more evening flexibility than earlier closing nights. For any specific expectations around atmosphere, service style, or menu, confirm directly before visiting.
What should I order at Platillos Voladores?
No named signature dish is confirmed in the venue details. The safest approach is to choose from the current menu when you arrive and ask the restaurant directly if you want guidance on specialties, dietary needs, or portion sizes.
