Corrientazo: A cheap lunch in Bogotá, Colombia for less than five bucks!!!

A corrientazo refers to a cheap lunch in Bogotá, Colombia, typically less than five bucks, served at small local restaurants (corrientazos or casas de comida). It is a popular choice among workers, students, and anyone looking for a filling meal at a low price.

A typical corrientazo includes:

• Soup (sopa) – Often a hearty soup like ajiaco, sancocho, or caldo de costilla.

• Main course (plato fuerte) – A protein (chicken, beef, pork, or fish), rice, beans or lentils, salad, and fried plantain or potatoes.

• Beverage (bebida) – Natural fruit juice (jugo natural), often made with local fruits like lulo, guava, or passion fruit.

• Small dessert or coffee (optional).

It’s called corrientazo because it’s served quickly, like an electric current (corriente), and is meant to be a practical, satisfying meal. Prices vary but are generally much cheaper than à la carte restaurant meals.

Ready to order your corrientazo today????