Norte Grande
Inside the fish market, this eatery draws crowds for its tasty fish sandwiches, fried fish platters and paila marina (seafood soup). Grab a seat at the…
Must-see restaurants in Norte Grande
Arica
On the lively pedestrian lane, the ever-popular Cafe del Mar has a big menu of salads, crepes, burgers and sandwiches, plus first-rate coffee. Grab a…
Norte Grande
This popular local spot two blocks south of the plaza offers warming, filling lunch specials (two courses including soup around CH$3500). It also has…
San Pedro de Atacama
The best thin-crust pizzas in town are at this unassuming little place just off the main drag. There are only a few tables, but it's worth the wait. There…
Iquique
Proof that Chileans enjoy a decent espresso, this friendly coffee shop is usually crammed with people. It offers sandwiches, scrumptious cakes and waffles.
Norte Grande
Cheap, cheerful and usually crowded, Don Pollo has plastic tables huddled around a grass-hut patio. Locals come in droves for the succulent chicken.
San Pedro de Atacama
The food can be hit or miss, but this place has one of the loveliest settings in town, with umbrella-shaded tables facing the greenery of the plaza.
Norte Grande
Just a half block from the plaza (toward the waterfront), this is the old British social club, offering great seasonal seafood and friendly service.
San Pedro de Atacama
A down-to-earth cafe where the locals outnumber the gringos, Tahira serves up no-frills mainstays that are satisfying, and barbecues on weekends.
Calama
One of Calama's top dining spots, this great catch-all place serves up a variety of Peruvian and Chilean fare. It's on one edge of the plaza.
Norte Grande
Serves up simple hearty meals in two cheerful dining rooms just up the main strip.
Arica
This old-school eatery is perfect for red-blooded carnivores who don't mind waiting for an old-fashioned parrillada (mixture of grilled meats). Expect…
Calama
For quick filling eats, take advantage of the cocinerías (greasy spoons) in this busy little market between Ramírez and Vargas.
Norte Grande
Fish, as well as meat, vegetables and fruity fare, is available at the attractive old Mercado Central, between Maipú and Uribe.
Arica
Very much a local's market, specializing in fresh produce, cheap clothing, food stalls and plenty of Bolivian imports.
