Crepes & Waffles Centro
El Centro, Cartagena
Restaurant in Cartagena, Colombia
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Crepes & Waffles Centro is a practical Cartagena pick for a casual meal, dessert stop, or easy group choice in Centro. Choose it for flexibility and familiar appeal, not for a serious cocktail program or special-occasion dinner.
About Crepes & Waffles Centro
Crepes & Waffles Centro in Cartagena is a casual venue with opening hours that run from midday most days, later on Friday and Saturday, from the morning on Sunday. For specific claims about menu highlights, drinks, service style, pricing, or seating, confirm directly with the venue before planning.
Crepes & Waffles Centro is a practical Cartagena option. Casual dress is appropriate, the schedule gives diners evening availability throughout the week, with Friday and Saturday until 10:30 PM and Sunday from 8 AM to 10 PM. If your decision depends on a particular dish, dietary accommodation, bar setup, or special-occasion experience, confirm those details with the venue rather than assuming them from the name.
A casual Cartagena choice when timing matters
The main reason to keep Crepes & Waffles Centro on a shortlist is direct convenience: the hours are Monday through Thursday from 12 PM to 10 PM, Friday and Saturday from 12 PM to 10:30 PM, Sunday from 8 AM to 10 PM. For deeper Cartagena planning, use 's full Cartagena restaurants guide, then compare this venue with other options based on the occasion and details.
The tradeoff is that information beyond hours and casual dress may be limited. This is not a problem for a simple plan, but it is a reason to avoid building expectations around specifics such as a particular menu format, beverage program, price point, or dining-room setup without checking first.
Who should skip it
Skip Crepes & Waffles Centro if your plans require specific details such as a defined tasting format, a particular drinks program, private dining, or dietary accommodations. Travelers looking for a more defined Cartagena dining choice can compare it with Alyzia Rooftop & Dining, Harry's Cartagena, or Plaza Santa Teresa. Crepes & Waffles Centro makes the most sense when the basics; casual dress and the listed hours; are enough for the occasion.
Planning details
- Location
- Pl. de San Pedro Claver #4 #31-24, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia
- Website
- crepesywaffles.com
- Phone
- +57 305 7434343
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Crepes & Waffles Centro sits confidently in Cartagena’s Plaza de San Pedro Claver, trading on a long-established, approachable formula rather than on haute cuisine. The restaurant reads as classic and casual: a national chain founded in Bogotá in 1980 that delivers consistent, affordable crepes, waffles and ice cream. Its presence on one of the walled city’s most recognisable colonial squares gives it a historic, even iconic, air despite the straightforward offer. The dining room functions as a comforting, reliable spot amid a neighbourhood that also hosts pricier, destination restaurants.
Best For
This location is best for relaxed daytime occasions — think brunches, family outings and easy casual hangouts. The menu’s breadth, with savoury crepes alongside sweet options and ice cream, suits groups with varied tastes and budgets. Because it occupies a high-traffic plaza, it works well for visitors exploring El Centro who want a known, affordable option near a landmark. It is not pitched as a fine-dining destination but as a dependable, friendly place to grab a satisfying meal in a scenic, historic setting.
Ordering Tips
Keep ordering simple and play to the strengths mentioned in the description: savoury crepes and sweet crepes, waffles and the chain’s ice cream. The menu is deliberately broad, so opt for a savoury crepe if you want a substantial meal or a sweet crepe with fruit and ice cream for a lighter, shareable finish. Given the restaurant’s consistency and everyday appeal, choosing familiar, classic combinations delivers the experience the format is designed to provide.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual and welcoming atmosphere suitable for brunch and families in the historic center.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Planning details
Location
Pl. de San Pedro Claver #4 #31-24, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Oceanika Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Alyzia Rooftop & Dining, Notable alternative
- NIKU CARTAGENA, Notable alternative
- Harry's Cartagena, Notable alternative
- Plaza Santa Teresa, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Cartagena
Choose Crepes & Waffles Centro when value and ease matter more than a high-design room or a drinks-led night. Against Oceanika Restaurant and NIKU CARTAGENA, it reads as the lower-commitment option: better for a casual stop, less compelling for diners who want a more deliberate restaurant experience.
For ambiance, Alyzia Rooftop & Dining is the stronger cross-shop if the night needs a rooftop setting or a more social mood. Harry's Cartagena and Plaza Santa Teresa are better fits when the dinner itself is the plan rather than a convenient break in Centro.
The practical verdict: Crepes & Waffles Centro is the easiest yes for families, dessert-led plans, mixed-preference groups. If the goal is a sharper bar program, more polished atmosphere, or a meal that feels planned rather than improvised, cross-shop Alyzia Rooftop & Dining first, then Harry's Cartagena or Plaza Santa Teresa.
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Compare Crepes & Waffles Centro
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Crepes & Waffles Centro | Cartagena | No published awards |
| Oceanika Restaurant | Cartagena de Indias | No published awards |
| Alyzia Rooftop & Dining | Cartagena de Indias | No published awards |
| NIKU CARTAGENA | Cartagena de Indias | No published awards |
| Harry's Cartagena | Cartagena | No published awards |
| Plaza Santa Teresa | Cartagena | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at Crepes & Waffles Centro?
What should I order at Crepes & Waffles Centro?
Specific menu recommendations are not available. Check the current menu directly with Crepes & Waffles Centro before deciding what to order, especially if you are comparing it with Harry's Cartagena or NIKU CARTAGENA.
What should I wear to Crepes & Waffles Centro?
The dress code is casual. The listed hours are Monday through Thursday from 12 PM to 10 PM, Friday and Saturday from 12 PM to 10:30 PM, Sunday from 8 AM to 10 PM.
What are alternatives to Crepes & Waffles Centro in Cartagena?
Other Cartagena options to compare include Oceanika Restaurant, Alyzia Rooftop & Dining, NIKU CARTAGENA, Harry's Cartagena, Plaza Santa Teresa. Choose based on the occasion and the details each venue offers.
Is midday or evening better at Crepes & Waffles Centro?
Hours start at 12 PM Monday through Saturday and at 8 AM on Sunday. Evening timing is also possible within the listed hours, with Friday and Saturday running until 10:30 PM and other nights until 10 PM.
Is Crepes & Waffles Centro good for a special occasion?
With only the casual dress code and hours readily available, it is safer to treat Crepes & Waffles Centro as a low-key Cartagena option unless the venue confirms the special-occasion details you need. For a more comparison-based search, also look at Oceanika Restaurant or Plaza Santa Teresa.
Does Crepes & Waffles Centro handle dietary restrictions?
Information on dietary accommodations is not available. Contact Crepes & Waffles Centro directly before visiting if allergies or dietary restrictions are important to your plans.
