Bar
Theatron
A vast Chapinero nightclub of about 8,000 square metres with 17 themed rooms, the anchor of Bogotá's LGBTQ+ nightlife and open from Thursday to Saturday.
La Sala de Laura
An intimate cocktail bar in Quinta Camacho, ranked No. 73 on The World's 50 Best Bars 2025 extended list, with drinks named after historical women.
At a glance
- Type
- Cocktail bar
- Area
- Quinta Camacho, Bogotá, Colombia
- Price
- $$$ · Upscale
Good to know
- Signature cocktails
- Intimate setting
Why we recommend it
La Sala de Laura is the Bogotá bar that has drawn the most international attention in recent years. In 2025 it was ranked No. 73 in the extended 51 to 100 list of The World's 50 Best Bars, one of three Colombian bars recognised that year. It sits in Quinta Camacho, in Chapinero, and it offers an intimate atmosphere and personalised service rather than a loud, crowded bar scene.
The cocktail list is the reason to come. Drinks are named after historical women and built around themes of femininity, memory and resistance, with flavours that lean towards nostalgia. Behind the bar the team uses modern techniques such as clarification, fat-washing and cold distillation, but the overall style combines classic elegance with innovation, so the drinks remain approachable for those who simply want a well-made cocktail. Clarification, for example, strips cloudiness out of a mixture to produce a clear drink with a silky texture, while fat-washing infuses a spirit with the flavour of a fat such as butter. If you are unsure what to order, ask for a recommendation based on the spirits and flavours you like, since personalised service is one of the qualities the bar is recognised for.
The bar does not publish its hours on an official website, and its main online presence is its Instagram account, @lasaladelaura, which is the place to check opening nights and to ask about reservations. Because the room is intimate, it is wise to arrive early or book ahead on Fridays and Saturdays. Ask the bartenders about the stories behind the names on the menu; it is part of the experience.
La Sala de Laura suits couples, small groups of friends and cocktail enthusiasts who want a quieter, more thoughtful evening. It is a good place for a pre-dinner drink before one of the restaurants in Chapinero Alto, or for a last drink after dinner. Those looking for dancing should head to one of the city's salsa bars or to Theatron instead.
Quinta Camacho lies in Chapinero, and the bar makes a good finish to an evening at the restaurants of Chapinero Alto. Use a registered taxi or ride-hailing app to get there and back, and check the bar's Instagram for its current address and opening times before you set out.
La Sala de Laura FAQs
Is La Sala de Laura on The World's 50 Best Bars list?
Yes. It was ranked No. 73 in the extended 51 to 100 list in 2025.
What kind of cocktails does it serve?
Signature cocktails named after historical women, made with techniques such as clarification, fat-washing and cold distillation.
Where is it?
In Quinta Camacho, in Chapinero. Check its Instagram for the current address.
How do I check opening times?
Through its Instagram account, @lasaladelaura.
Do I need to book?
It is an intimate bar, so arrive early or ask about reservations, especially at weekends.
Is it a place to dance?
No. It is a cocktail bar with an intimate atmosphere; salsa bars or Theatron are better for dancing.
Who is it best for?
Couples, small groups and cocktail enthusiasts.
What else is there to do in the area?
Chapinero has many of the restaurants in this guide, so the bar works well before or after dinner.