Lacto
Indian
Western
Fast food
Take-out
Cultural center with Hindu boutique, tourist information, yoga classes, and cafe. Re-opened as of Sep 2016 per owner. Confirmed permanently closed February 2023.
35 Reviews
First Review by Whipmaster
JamieWilliams
Points +1110
Great value and filling - Edit
We always try to make it to a Govindas when in a Colombian city. Like others it’s good value for your money. While the plate was rather bland it was filling. The desert was small and sweet. Still the menu of the day for only 10,000 COP is great.
Read more[Walked by about 20 times in February 2023 and was closed each time. Not sure what's happening but might be closed temporary or for good which would be a shame]
Updated from previous review on 2023-02-09
Pros: Cheap , Filling
Cons: Rather bland, Is it open or has it closed? (Feb 2023)
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CharlotteCornette
Points +426
Good food - Edit
The food is really tasty, healthy and filling 😊
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DanielNeuwirth
Points +25
Good food - Edit
we got the meal of the day and it was delicious
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kdurand
Points +13
Great vegetarian Lebanese / Indian food! - Edit
A tiny bit away from the tourist places, we found this gem!
Read moreSuper cheap food, you get a whole meal, all vegetarian. With dessert!!
Highly recommended, menu changes every day, we went 3 days in a row, not ate same thing once
Pros: Everything is tasting delicious , Super cheap for this city, Nice staff
Cons: Bit far away
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marissandtim
Points +1582
Great and cheap food - Edit
We really liked this place for its calming atmosphere and the healthy food. They serve a menu for lunch with a soup, a dessert, a juice and a main dish. It all tasted great and the main dish was made out of rice, vegetables, chickpeas and a vegan protein alternative. The whole menu only costed 15.000 pesos, so it is a really good option for a cheap and healthy lunch!
Read morePros: Good vegan option, Nice atmosphere
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DrVip
Points +206
Meal of the day! - Edit
That's what we ordered and it was lovely, and great value for money. The staff were super nice (standard Govindas!)
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AlanJamesBurns
Points +371
Cheap but nothing special - Edit
The food was ok, I would go back but at the same time wasn't amazing. There isn't many options in Santa Marta so it's worth a visit if your in the town for a few days. Although don't trust the advertised hours.
Read moreThey are definitely more custom to serving vegatarian over vegan but if you talk enough you will get a vegan meal.
Updated from previous review on 2022-01-23
Pros: Understand Vegan, Cheap
Cons: Small portion, More veggie than vegan
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Tada
Points +230
Good value - Edit
The location was very central and East to find, quiet relaxing restaurant and the staff was very helpful.
Read moreGood value lunch menu included soup, drink, dish of the day and some jam for desert, all for 15,000
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Dende
Points +17
Info 2021 . Friendly - Edit
they are open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Read moreevery day there is a different menu. this consists of a soup, a glass of fruit juice and a plate with mostly vegetables, rice and protein. (meat substitute) the price is 15,000 pesos (summer 2021). you won't get it better here in santa marta for that price. they also sell papa rellena (ball made of mashed potatoes filled with vegetables and protein) for 5,000 pesos. everything is vegetarian. do you want to be sure of a vegan meal? Tell the friendly host, she is a sweetheart. use a translator app to talk to her. (Google Translate)
Pros: Fliendy, Cheap, OK food
Cons: Can be repetitious if you eat there everyday
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AnthonyPolicano
Points +572
Life-saver in Santa Marta - Edit
Surprised how good it was (with hit-or-miss nature of many Govinda’s worldwide, sometimes lacto.) Got the very tasty, all vegan, real-food menu-del-día. (I write real food cuz other veg eateries we found around town were yucky microwave lunches, what?) Was so filling, big soup, nice creamy salad dressing…mmm!
Read moreDining room is an especially lovely and leafy setting for a peaceful, healthy lunch. (There were many mosquitos after a big rain, so come prepared.) Quinoa-ham was interesting, fulfilling any meaty cravings one might have. Our hostess was warm and friendly, offering travel tips as well. Go-Govinda’s!
Updated from previous review on 2021-05-18
Pros: Relaxing setting, Filling and veggie-full, Good value
Cons: Mosquitos, A bit salty for my partner
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joedenney
Points +299
Great vegan food in a peaceful, serene setting. - Edit
Lunch was served in three courses, including a drink. Very delicious and filling for the body and the soul. Namaste
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Maobiomech
Points +1993
Buena opción a muy buen precio - Edit
El lugar está un poco escondido en un segundo piso. La atención es buena y la comida también lo es. Las porciones quizá son algo pequeñas, especialmente para quienes acostumbramos a comer mucho. Los precios son económicos.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2020-01-06
Pros: Precio, Atención y servicio
Cons: Hace falta mejor ventilación, Tamaño de porciones
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Elex.verdulera
Points +2151
its ok - Edit
food is plain and very simple , they try to give a good service
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Dam0dar
Points +46
Simply Delicious - Edit
It's in the juices street and offers a tasty vegetarian/vegan/Indian/Colombian food.
Read moreI took the ticket to get discounts on several lunches and I visit almost twice a week.
I love it and recommend to anyone looking for a nice meal at an affordable price.
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JuanPabloZvinys
Points +371
¡Opción ideal! - Edit
¡Lugar maravilloso, muy tranquilo y bonito! La comida es sabrosa y está muy bien preparada. Los platos son abundantes y los precios son económicos. La atención es excelente. El ambiente es sumamente agradable. El menú varia, por lo que es ideal para comer en varias ocasiones. ¡Recomendable!
Read morePros: El ambiente y la comida.
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JoLeGoéland
Points +54
Good food and mock meats - Edit
Tasted the vegan carnitas and it was really good! Portions are sufficient, and it costs 10 000 COP! Adding mock meat costs an extra (2000 to 6000)
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Millytigerlily
Points +78
Go here everyday. - Edit
Currently in Santa Marta for a few days before I head to Minca and Tayrona. I go here EVERYDAY because the food is so filling, its a great price and the staff are lovely. Super quick service and I love that theres something chosen for me every day with the menu-of-the-day. Seriously the food is delicious. Don't miss out - go here for lunch!!
Read morePros: price range , food, staff
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voyegan
Points +2089
Very friendly place - Edit
The lunch menu I had was very delicious, the staff and the atmosphere friendly and they even sell some natural cosmetics and food.
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LesleyK
Points +38
Honest, simple, filling, nutritious - Edit
I like simple, healthy vegan food. This place was exactly what I wanted. For about $3 USD, I got more food than I could eat, including soup, salad, rice, beans, fried breaded eggplant, unsweetened juice and banana pudding. Service was speedy and friendly. I would definitely go again.
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nattytatton
Points +414
Quirky (or weird!) - Edit
We arrived and there was no one in the restaurant. There were a few staff around who seemed surprised to have any customers. We were seated and offered two different choices for food. We didn’t really know but we were ordering. The waiter ran away and then we found him and asked him if we could have a drink. He looked surprised that we wanted a drink and then ran away and then brought us some juice. It was a bit strange because we didn’t have any choice of drink. The food took a little while And when it arrives and there were some strange things on the plate such as a big heap of breadcrumbs which are very salty. He brought us a dessert which was basically a bowl of jam but there was nothing to eat it with such as bread etc. The people seemed nice but it’s not easy to communicate with and very chaotic in their demeanor.
Read morePros: Nice setting , Exciting: , Cheap
Cons: Chaotic service , Poor communication: No written menu
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AxelArwak
Points +85
😍 - Edit
Delicious, simple, super cheap. And very nice staff different dishes everyday.
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VictoriaDeLuccia
Points +22
cheap and healthy - Edit
Cheap honest food and very good service
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Annita
Points +34
strong recommendation - Edit
The menu is basic but good, a lot of food with only 9000. Staff was really nice as well. Downstairs they sell vegan bakery products, we bought whole grain bread and it was delicious.
Read morePros: cheap, delicious, a lot of food
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Hootinthehouse
Points +930
Great Food, Very Cheap - Edit
For 9000cop you get their 4-course menu of the day which includes a simple soup, juice, main course, and dessert.
Read moreI went here 3 times during my stay in Santa Marta, the first was quite good, the next two were fabulous. All-vegan and they also have a little store out front that sells vegan breads and brownies. Great place.
Pros: Very Cheap, Good Food
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EvelinaBjörkman
Points +13
Well made vegan meal - Edit
Good vegan restaurants are hard to find in Colombia but this one was great! You will get a proper starter and meal of vegan food. And it also really feels nutricional. Just go there 🤗
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lhennewellner
Points +38
nice atmosphere - Edit
In between the loud traffic of the city center of santa you can enjoy a vegan menu del dia (small dessert included) on a balcony and relax. It costs 9000 pesos
Read moreI really recommend it
Pros: cheap, much food, dessert included
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Noanimal
Points +100
Honest meal - Edit
Great vegan meal. I enjoyed it a lot. Very friendly people committed to improve the world and protect the environment. The wifi connection was good. I also went to their spiritual center outside of Santa Marta in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada to have more vegan food and to do a yoga course.
Read morePros: Friendly, Protect the environment
Cons: Sundays closed, Bank holidays closed
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