Restaurants in Southern Patagonia
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Masay
While Masay appears to have your standard Chilean sandwich/pizza restaurant menu, it does everything better than standard. It's very clean, offers fast service, serves oversized and always quality sandwiches, and abundantly topped pizzas. For those who are tired of the southern 'red meat served with red meat' diet, it offers top-rate chicken sandwiches made with breast meat and individual vegetarian pizzas that are a meal in themselves.
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La Luna
This local favorite, known for fresh seafood dishes and a lively, colorful atmosphere, is becoming a little too touristy – but non-Spanish-speaking travelers will appreciate the multilingual staff when trying to decide between scallops stewed in garlicky sauce and chupe de centolla (crab casserole).
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La Marmita
Unbeatable for its ambience as well as its tasty fare, Marmita has fresh salads and hearty, home-cooked creations.
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Afrigonia
Don’t doubt it – even though the Afro-Patagonian wave has yet to hit mainstream, this romantic restaurant is easily the best in town. Diners delight in the innovation and attention to detail. Combine Papas tsavo (crisp fried new potatoes in herb sauce) with kayapas (curried chicken stuffed with spinach and mashed peanuts). Or try mint roasted lamb. There is no way to lose. It’s run by a friendly Zambian-Chilean couple.
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La Mesita Grande
Happy diners share one long worn table that is not unlike a post-trek feeding trough. But it’s kind of gourmet. The thin-crust pizzas are outstanding, with toppings like arugula and prosciutto or lemon-spiked salmon. Plus there are quality pastas and organic salads from a local greenhouse. Look for local Baguales beer, available on tap.
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El Living
Indulge in the London lounge feel of this chill café with proper vegetarian fare, stacks of European glossies and a stream of eclectic tunes. In addition to real coffee, tea and fresh juice, organic salads, burritos and soups are served. Wine and local beer are also at the ready. Choose a comfy chair or check out the new garden space.
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Angelica’s
With an exposed kitchen, flickering candlelight and slick service, this central eatery clearly caters to tourists – but you probably won’t care about that when the corvino en papillote (white fish marinated in white wine and baked in a foil packet) is melting in your mouth.
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Caleta Gastronomica
Not as polished as the more touristy places around the plaza, the decor here is homey with a well-worn maritime theme. Make no mistake, this is your best option for heaping seafood, and shellfish stews and soups. Ask for the house special and plan on a nap after lunch.
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El Rincón del Tata
This cozy bar-restaurant is a fine place to try calafate sours, the local specialty cocktail made with the berry of the same name. The menu offers a few unexpected dishes such as shawarma as well as appealing comfort food like pumpkin soup with chicken and carrots.
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Damiana Elena
This elegant restaurant is located in a romantic old house, off the beaten path in a residential neighborhood. The detour is worth it for the warm, sophisticated ambience and first-rate Chilean cuisine: highlights include the salmon ceviche and the grilled tilapia.
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Remezón
Take a cue from locals and start with a tart pisco sour. Then dive into the chef’s game and seafood innovations: oysters and clams au gratin in their shells or salmon smoked with black tea, to name a few. Service is unpretentious and welcoming.
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Sabores
Lacking pretension, this cozy second-story restaurant serves up hearty Chilean fare, grilled fish, pasta and seafood stews to a full house. Skip the house wine but don’t miss the machas a la parmesana (razor clams baked in parmesan.)
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Lomit's
Lomit's attracts packs of locals and travelers for its central location, warm atmosphere and late hours. Made-to-order burgers and sandwiches are generous, and the beer flows. It can sometimes get a bit smoky - but, hey, you're in Chile.
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Los Pioneros
This modest family-owned restaurant on the waterfront offers simple seafood dishes and lovely views of snow-capped mountains when the weather is clear. Try the grilled salmon or the paila marina, a flavorful seafood stew.
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El Mercado
This local institution serves an assortment of seafood specials, from scallops stewed in garlic sauce, to baked creamed centolla to mussels a la parmesana. There's a full bar, English menu and cheaper sandwiches.
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Cielo de Palo
Served in a ceramic bowl bubbling over with cheese, the king crab lasagne at this small café could easily serve two. Lighter fare includes pumpkin soup and falafel plates. It’s a little pricey but portions do satisfy.
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Brocolino
Family-run Brocolino serves delicious food ranging from international cuisine to Patagonian delicacies. There are various courses starting with homemade bread, fine wines and, of course, a pisco sour as an appetizer.
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Puerto Viejo
With curved walls like a ship’s hull and raw wood details, this chic eatery sets sail with fresh options such as hake in cider and warm abalone salad. New ownership means the attention may not be quite as fussy.
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La Última Esperanza
This formal affair, specializing in seafood and fish, is worth the higher prices; mains come with side dishes and are exquisitely prepared. Or try the less expensive soups and a few powerful pisco sours.
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Asador Patagónico
If trekking left you with a mastodon appetite, splurge at this upscale Argentine-style grill. Flame-seared lamb, steak and salads, as well as sweetbreads, are served as you wish alongside quality wines.
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Afrigonia
If you’re bored with local fare, try this romantic gem. Run by a Zambian/Chilean couple, its offerings include tasty mint lamb brochettes or chicken with creamy ginger sauce, spiced to your wishes.
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La Picada de Don Carlitos
Hearty Chilean fare, like chicken and heaped mashed potatoes, is served at this down-home eatery bursting with locals at lunchtime. Try the fantastic caldillo de congrio (conger eel stew.)
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Quijote
Recommended for reliable meals and service, Quijote fills up at lunchtime, with the business folk enjoying fixed-price lunches. It's also a solid bet for breakfast, cake or a quick espresso.
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La Casa de Pepe
After a blustery day in Torres del Paine, pop by this homey German-style spot on the square for hearty pastél de papas (a baked potato and meat pie) or a huge roast beef sandwich.
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Lomit’s
Chile’s answer to the sidecar diner is this atmospheric café where cooks flip dripping made-to-order burgers at a center-stage griddle. Portions are generous but the service sure dallies.
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