Antofagasta's unique intersection of the desert and the sea provides a gorgeous backdrop for its many restaurants scattered about town. Elegant seaside restaurants serving seafood, sushi and steak are popular and many. For those on a tighter budget, there are several smaller joints around the Mercado Central (Plaza Sotomayor) serving cheap, but tasty, local cuisine.
This oceanside restaurant has it all. Picadillo’s has live music, fantastic service and it is the perfect place to have a plate of sushi to get away from the ordinary Chilean food. There are also some pretty good desserts here, so save some room. Reserving ahead is a good idea, since the place...
The menu at Don Pollo is not complex: there is chicken, chicken and more chicken. The tender white meat may be the only thing available here, but it is some of the best rotisserie chicken in the whole of...
Club de Yates is a bit uppity but the nice views of the port go well with a plate of oysters or fish. It has the feel of a typical yacht club, drenched in navy blue décor. Prices are higher than most other restaurants and it is evident that diners are paying for atmosphere, as well as food and...
This simple café is a nice place to enjoy a cup of coffee and people watch during the late afternoon or early evening. There are sandwiches and pastries on the menu in case a snack is required to accompany the caffeine kick....
Go straight to El Arriero for a fantastic steak or another good-sized portion of meat off the barbecue. The menu is packed with traditional dishes from Spain’s Basque country along with a decent selection of wine. The restaurant has hams hanging from the walls and there is usually someone...