La Serena Restaurants

  1. Bavaria

    Tucked away in a picturesque courtyard engulfed by flowering vines, this squeaky-clean chain restaurant is especially good for grilled meats and picados (snacks).

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  2. Bomberos

    Join the local fire brigade for a no-frills set lunch on the upper floor of the fire station. Note the British-made 1874 Merryweather engine downstairs, and browse firemen mugshots upstairs.

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  3. Café Colonial

    If you're missing stiff espressos, banana pancakes and burgers, get your fix in this attractive tourist-friendly restaurant. It's used to accommodating kids, vegetarians and non-Spanish speakers. There's live music on weekends.

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  4. Daniella II

    Plain-faced local favorite serving hearty portions of Chilean comfort food. The fresh seafood is especially tasty.

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  5. Donde El Guatón

    El Guatón prepares sizzling parrilladas (grilled meats) right before your hungry eyes. The characterful dining area is hung with flowers and chandeliers made from old bicycle wheels.

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  7. Grill Bar Serena

    This down-to-earth venue is not much to look at but is fast, efficient and offers freshly netted catches of the day and good grills for reasonable prices.

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  8. Mercado La Recova

    Upstairs from the market are lots of cheap restaurants serving fresh seafood and cazuela (stew usually made with chicken).

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  9. Quick Biss

    Take your pick from fresh salads, piping-hot grills and mix-and-match accompaniments at this surprisingly good self-service caféteria. Vegetarians do well here.

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  10. Rincón Oriental

    A serene chifa in which to escape the busy streets and enjoy excellent noodles, amid oriental screens and fish tanks.

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