Every December the same scene plays out in thousands of offices: someone on the planning committee opens a spreadsheet, types “end-of-year party” and stares at the screen. Another banquet hall? A formal dinner where nobody leaves their chair? Or something different, something the team will actually remember?
If your company is based in Medellín, or your team is flying in for the occasion, Etro Rooftop deserves a spot on the shortlist. It sits on the rooftop of Binn Hotel in El Poblado, and its whole concept revolves around two things every year-end party needs: good conversation and a night that doesn’t feel like another workday. This guide will help you decide whether it’s the right fit and plan the celebration with clear information.
What a team expects from its year-end celebration
After twelve months of meetings, deadlines and targets, the year-end party is one of the few moments when the team gets together with no agenda. That’s why the format matters as much as the venue.
The celebrations that work best tend to share three traits. They let people move around and talk to colleagues they don’t see every day. They offer food and drinks that feel special, not a generic banquet menu. And they have a setting that makes the night feel different from the moment you walk in.
A rooftop ticks those boxes almost by default. The view is part of the experience, the atmosphere invites people to stand, toast and mingle, and the night moves along without the stiffness of an assigned-seat dinner.
A rooftop with New York night energy in El Poblado
Etro Rooftop sits at the top of Binn Hotel, with floor-to-ceiling windows framing panoramic views of the Aburrá Valley. Its positioning is clear: bringing the energy of a New York night to Medellín.
In practice, that means a space where the bar is the star. The house concept describes it as the true meeting point, an elevated stage where flavors meet and the night takes shape. For a company party, that has a concrete advantage: your team isn’t split across isolated tables but connected around a shared center.
The El Poblado location also makes logistics easier. It’s a part of town nearly everyone in Medellín knows, with plenty of transport options for getting home, something any planning committee appreciates in December.
The menu as a common thread: shared plates that spark conversation
Etro’s kitchen is designed for sharing. Dishes arrive at the center of the table, so nobody is tied to their own order and conversation keeps going while everyone tries a bit of everything. For a work group, it’s an ideal format because it breaks the ice without effort.
The menu is organized into small, medium and large plates, which lets you build the night in rounds. Some options that work especially well for groups:
- To start: sweet potato and shredded pork rib croquettes (7 pieces), blue cheese risotto arancini (7 pieces) and corn tentacles (6 pieces).
- From the sea: Bahía Solano tuna tartar, fresh seasonal fish ceviche and tuna tostadas (3 pieces), in line with the “Colombian oceans” idea behind the kitchen.
- For the middle of the table: pork belly or marinated chicken bao (3 pieces each), beef and pork rib tostadas, and beef and rice with braised beef neck.
- Vegetarian-friendly options: the arancini and the roasted cauliflower with squash purée and fennel yogurt.
- Cuts worth celebrating: Certified Angus Beef rib eye, New York steak and skirt steak, all served with truffle and parmesan fries.
To finish, the house desserts are coconut rice pudding, a double chocolate cookie with murrapo cream and chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream.
A toast to match the view: sparkling wine, signature cocktails and bottle service
No year-end party is complete without a toast. Etro presents its drinks list as high-altitude mixology, wines that keep the night in rhythm and classics with a contemporary twist.
For the big moment, the menu offers a range of champagne and sparkling wines, from Prosecco Zonin Brut Cuvée and Anna de Codorníu Blanc de Blancs to Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial, Veuve Clicquot and Dom Pérignon. That range lets you match the toast to your budget without giving up the ritual.
If your team leans toward cocktails, let everyone discover a signature drink. The bar has creations like Néctar, with tequila, rum and anise passion fruit finished with agave smoke, or Niebla, with Ojo de Tigre mezcal and pennyroyal syrup. You can explore the full lineup in this guide to Etro Rooftop’s cocktail bar.
For a local touch, the menu includes Antioqueño aguardiente in its blue, red and Real versions, by the bottle or by the shot. At a December party in Medellín, it’s rarely missing. There’s also whisky, tequila, rum, gin and vodka by the bottle for groups who prefer table service.
Practical details for the planning committee
A great celebration also depends on logistics with no surprises. Here’s what’s worth knowing from the start:
Hours. Etro is open Sunday to Wednesday from 12:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., and Thursday to Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. If the party is going to run late, Thursday through Saturday gives you more room.
Budget. All menu prices include taxes, which keeps the math simple. Tipping is voluntary and not included; a 10% tip on the total bill is suggested.
Dress code. Etro asks guests to wear sophisticated, neutral attire. Its visual guide includes trousers, dresses, shirts, T-shirts, blazers, heels and sneakers, so a formal suit isn’t required: what matters is a polished look. The venue reserves the right of admission to ensure a safe and pleasant environment. For more ideas to share with your team, this guide on rooftop dress code in Medellín answers the most common questions.
Booking. December is the busiest month of the year for celebrations in Medellín. It’s best to reach out to the Etro team early to check availability, group size and the format of the night.
If the plan includes a seated dinner
Some companies like to combine formats: a formal dinner first, then the party. In that case, Binn Hotel also has La Makha, its restaurant, for the seated part of the evening before heading up to Etro for the toast and the after-dinner drinks.
Frequently asked questions about company year-end parties at Etro Rooftop
Can we host a company year-end party at Etro Rooftop?
Etro welcomes groups and its kitchen is designed for sharing, which makes it a great fit for team celebrations. To confirm the format, capacity and availability for your date, it’s best to ask directly when you book.
What kind of food does Etro serve?
Small, medium and large plates meant for sharing at the center of the table, with seafood such as Bahía Solano tuna and fish, cuts like rib eye, New York steak and skirt steak, and vegetarian-friendly options like the arancini and roasted cauliflower.
Is there champagne for the toast?
Yes. The menu includes Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial, Veuve Clicquot and Dom Pérignon, plus sparkling wines such as Prosecco Zonin Brut Cuvée, Anna de Codorníu and a rosé Lambrusco.
Do menu prices include taxes?
Yes, all menu prices include taxes. Tipping is voluntary and not included; 10% is suggested.
How late is Etro Rooftop open?
Until 10:30 p.m. Sunday to Wednesday, and until 12:00 a.m. Thursday to Saturday.
Is there a dress code for the party?
Yes. Etro asks for sophisticated, neutral attire. Its guide allows everything from trousers, dresses and blazers to T-shirts and sneakers, as long as the look is polished. The venue reserves the right of admission.
Close out the year with your team at the top of El Poblado. Check availability at Etro Rooftop and start planning a celebration that lives up to the view.
