From the owner: Nuestro negocio es un Restaurante familiar de comida tradicional Chilena con productos del mar de…read moreuna alta calidad, donde se destacan Pescados y Marisco, con los cuales preparamos nuestro emblemáticos platos como el Caldillo de Congrio Dorado, Paila Marina La Jovita, Cebiche La Jovita, Pescado La Jovita. Tenemos una larga tradición de más 30 años presente en el litoral central, nuestro eslogan es: Sabor Frente al Mar

A Must-Visit in Santiago: Unmatched Congrio and Exceptional Dining Experience…read moreIf you're visiting Santiago, Chile, there's one place you simply can't miss. For anyone who appreciates top-tier seafood, this restaurant serves what I consider to be the best fried Congrio in the world. The fish is expertly prepared, with a perfectly crispy exterior and tender, flavorful flesh that highlights the quality of the ingredients. Beyond the Congrio, the entire menu is outstanding, offering a variety of dishes that are consistently fresh and skillfully crafted. The service is impeccable--attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly, making you feel right at home from the moment you step inside. The ambiance also plays a big part in the experience, with a beautifully designed space that balances elegance and comfort. Whether you're here for a casual meal or a special occasion, this place truly impresses on all fronts. For a memorable culinary experience in Santiago, this restaurant is a must-visit.

Probably the best seared Tuna steak with mushroom risotto I have ever had in my life. My girl had…read morea grilled fish dish and it was also fantastic and we had an appetizer with clams cooked French style with cheese, and they were out of sight too. Fast service and a very enchanting and charming restaurant with lots of sea fair on the walls including an assortment of navy medals, and other nice seafare decorations around the place. They even have robot assist servers, which is pretty cool.

Very nice and friendly restaurant. The service is excellent, the food is delicious. If I ever…read morecome back to Chile, I will make sure to stop by for a great meal.

While La Famiglia was a bit expensive and the portions on the small side, the inside of the…read morerestaurant is just so beautiful that I have to give it 4 stars. If this was somewhere in LA, I would 100% use it as a party venue. They have bottles of wine adorning the walls, and it is designed with a rustic charm. The back outdoor patio is gorgeous, and there was an event going on there the night we dined there. Outside of the private event, the restaurant was pretty empty except for us and 2 other tables. I gather that it's a hard place to fill, so the prices need to be a bit on the higher side. All of the food is imported (mostly from Italy). The ground pepper had a spice to it that is amazing - be sure to ask for some on our salad and pasta if you like it a bit spicy. I had the seafood pasta which was good and had a fair amount of seafood, but could have used a bit more flavor. Adding the pepper helped. Because we were still hungry after each having a pasta dish and sharing a salad, we ordered an appetizer made of small stuffed peppers, which was very good (but small). Still hungry, we each ordered a dessert. I had chocolate ice cream that came out with like 3 scoops.. the most I've ever seen at a fancy restaurant like this. That sufficiently stuffed me. My bf had an amazing lemon dessert that was served like a piece of cake with layers of lemon sorbet and wedding cake. The best thing there for sure. We shared a bottle of the local Chamran Carmenere which was good but not great, but great for the price. We didn't eat at Vino Bello, which is the one in all the guide books so I can't compare, but I highly enjoyed our visit to La Famiglia.

A 10 minutes walk from the metro Neptuno, Louta (a restaurant that is frequented by only those who…read morereally "know"), is what I would consider a picada -- despite the prices being somewhat high (similar to those in the Mercado Central) this restaurant, far from downtown has quality and service not seen anywhere else in Santiago. I recommend ordering the Cancato de Salmon or "Reineta" or the Pastel de Jaiba (filled with cheesy goodness) They have good daily lunch specials where executives from the surrounding areas come to pass their lunch hour. They are known for having delicious empanadas, I recommend their empanada of cheese with shrimp -- seriously good! Their fish is always fresh and Because they are so popular there are rumors that they are opening another restaurant close by. The Louta is a great place for big family Sunday lunches and group outings. Their decoration is simple and clean - especially great for families. The waiters are always super attentive - especially when you come with kids they will sometimes even give the kids a juice or treat to keep them entertained. Tip: It is always full on any given day so call in the morning to make a reservation -- especially during the weekend.