We loved this quirky hipster Chilean restaurant so much from the kitchy arcade to the amazing…read morecocktails and seafood. The octopus appetizer was particularly spectacular. Note that the portions are not particularly large, the prices are not particularly low, and the decor not at all new if that kind of thing is important to you - but it is truly charming, quirky, fun and delicious. It was one of our favorite nights out coming here, and we even played a game at the arcade after supper, although it closed very shortly after that, so come early if you really want to spend time at the arcade. IMPORTANT NOTE: ONLY OPEN ON WEEKENDS. (We tried to go during the week and failed, but we came back and were so glad we did!)

A very unique restaurant located in the shadow of a cathedral. When we visited it was a pretty slow…read moreWednesday. I'm sure it gets very busy due to the area and atmosphere. We started out with the Caramelized Goat Cheese Salad. We can not recommend this enough! Delicious and fresh and light. We ordered the Filet Sautéed in Gnocchi and the Filet Sheet. If it wasn't rude to lick our plates clean we would have!

Pisco sour was fantastic. Beer was ok…read more Figured this place was shut down, but it's open. Piano guy playing. Met Luna and her BF. Had a great time. Avoid if you want a quiet night and moist chicken.

This bar is so inexpensive and right in the middle of the Bellas Artes neighborhood. It is super…read morecozy and has more of a lounge feel to it than a bar. When I went the first thing I noticed was how inviting the place was with the fun choice of music and how warm they kept it inside. I also really enjoy the layout of the bar. There are lots of little rooms, each with 3 to 5 tables which makes it perfect for a more private evening out, or you can also enjoy yourself at their classy bar. Naturally there is also space if you want to go out with a group of friends or have a happy hour with your work buddies. They even have karaoke, fun! There pisco sour was just yummy and they have some great things to nibble on as well. They cheese platter is beautifully arranged with salami and several artisanal cheeses. I tried their manchas a la parmesana (clams baked with parmesan cheese) which were not the best I've had, but good. Their empanadas we just fine as well the only strange thing is that they were served on a plate and covered in plastic rap (maybe a mishap). All in all a nice chill bar to spend an evening.

This was my favorite restaurant in Chile and I got the chance to try a good amount…read more Please note that it's pretty busy so it's best that you make reservations. I loved the creativity in the dishes, they were so unique and delicious. My favorite dishes were the leche de tigre veggies and the ceviche. Honestly we didn't make it out of the app section but we got to try a good amount. They have a HUGE wine selection, I ordered a flight and got to try 3 different kinds. Don't skip dessert it's so worth it! Cant wait to come back, I highly recommend.

Two people recommended this place and I have to say their catch of the day was very delicious. It…read morewas perfectly grilled salmon on a crispy potato cake. Wow just wow. Execellent wine and friendly servers too (Lise)

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This restaurant operates under a new name, but a comparison of the menus revealed similar items…read more I'd still give it high ratings. The food and service were excellent, I'm my humble opinion.

One of my personal favorites. Hard to find if you don't know what you are looking for. Has both…read moreindoor and outdoor spaces. It is a great place to go for a drink and dance after dinner in Bellavista. Very fun and easy going crowd with great music by both international and Chilean DJ's as well as live bands (a great escape from all the reggaeton which is so popular in chile). They have two dance floors and one is more tecno focused while the other is funk mixed with classic pop (depending on the night). I have always had a great time here and my friends and I have danced until the wee hours of the night. They also have great cocktails and happy hour - they even have servers up until around 12am where you will then have to fight your way to one of the bars. Tip: Bring your ID - I know that is a given, but I have gotten super lax about it and if you don't have one on you, the bouncers wont let you in. Also, if you come before 11pm you can get in free - otherwise you will have to pay. Keep an eye out on their Twitter or FB page as a lot of times you can get in free by adding yourself to the guest list.

Divey, cozy, hipster feel here. Fantastic old-school hip hop playing. Handsome waiters/bartenders…read more Mare Basil Bramble - sour on top, sweet on bottom - mix it together and it's totally awesome! (Thank you, I'm here all week...literally) Delicious drink. Blueberry bramble -delicious as well...more of a stricter taste on top with this one. Rucadillas - delicious! The cheese combinations blend well with the pork. Simple flavors, no frills, tasty. Still not completely clear on the currency conversion, so not sure if I'm paying a little or a lot, but I'm getting very tipsy, so it doesn't matter, at this point...nothing really matters..

Last night I had the chance to visit Ruca Bar, and my overall impression is a good one…read more Probably the aspect that I value the most about this place is their value proposition based on sharing. From the way tables are arranged to how the menu is structures, sharing and communion are clearly the core concepts defining the spirit of this place. Regarding their food, I tend to agree with what others comment about this place. There is way too much focus on fried food-I would not consider their menu attractive for someone looking for healthy options around this trendy area of Santiago. I had the fish tacos and they were really really good. However, I do not hold the same opinion about the boletus croquetas. The croquetas were bland and lacked and boring (truly nothing exciting about them)... I would definitely recommend the tacos, but croquetas are a waste of money and time. Cocktails in general, and gin in particular, are supposed to be their distinctive feature with the rest of pubs/bars in the area. I was not impressed with the variety of Gin they hold. My personal impression is that they are not running any kind of risk when it comes to selecting some labels over others and that they are not open to consider some really good ones (for example: G-vine). Because it was hard for me see their expertise in a menu where Gin Mare is expected to shine, I decided to try some cocktails. I ordered a negroni and it was OK, nothing memorable about it. I also tried the Gin Yang, which I had to the send back because I prefered to avoid an instant visit to the doctor. The level of sweetness was simply overwhelming... In general this place is ok, but I would probably think twice before coming back. I really enjoyed the sharing-based value proposition but I do feel that they are not capable to meet the expectations proposed in their menu.

be very careful as a foreigner. hidden charges. gave us a bottle of local wine as a gift, but over…read morecharged us for it. it was hard to understand the exchange rate.

Great Speak Easy style bar!! You go downstairs, dial six on red wall phone and enter through an…read moreopen book case. Super cool bartenders, and really cool drinks. We sat at the bar and watched them make all the different types for the customers!!! Great experience.

Just got to Santiago and looking for a place to grab a quick bite on a Friday night. Quite crowded…read moreso ended up in a table in the bar area. The music was quite loud but the only place to eat. We ordered a couple of beers that were local that were good. They have a good selection of beers. For dinner we ordered the cheeseburger pizza. Pizza arrived quickly and was very good. No red sauce but all the things you expect on a cheeseburger including the fries. It also had a drizzle of ranch dressing. Ate and left but quite popular with young crowd.

I've probably been here more than any other bar in Santiago. Is it the best? No, but it definitely…read morehas its place. I would not recommend tourists to go here - unless there's some sort of sportsball game you MUST watch while on vacation, skip it. If you live in Santiago though it's a good place to have on the rotation. Food: The food isn't the best I've ever had but it certainly isn't bad. I've enjoyed most things I've ordered - from pizzas to burgers. They have wings which can be hard to find in Santiago, but I can't recommend the buffalo wings. Chilean hot sauce has a distinctive flavor that is very different and way saltier than Franks/traditional buffalo sauce. I tried using it at home to make buffalo sauce and it just doesn't work - and it tasted just like the buffalo sauce here. The other sauce flavors for the wings are good though. Drinks: They have a nice variety of drinks with prices that aren't too offensive. Atmosphere: It's a gringo bar. The place is pretty huge - there are several rooms on different floors. This makes it a great place for events. I've been to several events from different groups - from language exchanges, English storytelling, to US presidential debate parties. They also seem to have themed dance parties and events that you can find on Facebook. The ambiance is California sports bar with surfaces that are a bit sticky. Service: Typical Chilean service (slow) but I have been there before when the service was actually really good. They get really busy and are understaffed but you can tell the staff is usually doing their best given the circumstances. Overall I think as long as you know what to expect you shouldn't be disappointed with this place, and I would recommend it to any English speaking foreigners in Santiago.

The view is amazing from the W's rooftop bar. Reservations seem to be suggested. When we arrived…read moreat 5pm without a reservation, it took a while for them to allow us upstairs. There were only a few occupied tables so I am not sure what the big deal was. They give you complimentary popcorn. Service was good. We only had wine and it was good.

Hip rooftop bar on the 21st floor of the W hotel. The view at night makes this a unique experience…read more Cocktails were reasonably priced and high quality. Service was hit and miss. Our waiter brought blankets to keep us warm but took a very long time to bring our bottle of wine even though there were not many customers in the bar! Food: Mechada pizza 8 out of 10! Empanadas were good. The view is the star here!