The food was not good at all and the service seemed rushed. The best thing was the mashed potatoes…read morewhich was a side dish. Fish was overcooked and under seasoned.

Old place, nostalgic decorations, classic menu. When we visit Chile we want Chilean food. A solid…read morePisco Sour with the shaker left at the table for the refill. My wife had platiada, which is braised brisket, served with the sauce like it was pot roast. She had want pastel de choclo, but the waiter explained they only serve it when fresh corn is available, otherwise they would need to use frozen corn, which La Flor de Chile wasn't going to do. Bravo. I did go off the reservation and ordered the vegetarian chorillana - which is fries, cheese, grilled onions and in this case sauteed veggies substituted for the chipped beef. I added the fried egg option. Big plate, as chorillana's origin is a big share plate of late night, post drinking bar food. But it was worth trying and I may order again. Down side - at meal times - in this case about 13:00 for lunch, the place filled up. At dinner time folks tend to sit and talk after eating ,not freeing up tables for those waiting. This custom of 'sobremesa' after dinner chat is part of the culture and just roll with it.

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.

I will always have a warm place in my heart for this little bar located on Pio Nono. I actually met…read moremy boyfriend of three years at this bar. That being said it is nothing romantic of the sort. It is however a nice little pub to get together with your friends and enjoy lots of cheap beers in a sweet environment. From the outside the Nona seems really small but the outside patio has lots of seating space and the top floor. They always have a wide selection of music and jukebox, if you want a quieter evening I would recommend sitting outside. They have pitchers of terremotos (ice cream, wine, and fernet), piscolas and beer to drink. To eat they have french fries, churriana, and empanadas AKA perfect bar food. This is an ideal spot to see any Chilean futbol match as the crowd will be unforgettable. Chi Chi Chi Le Le Le viva Chile!

"Where everyone knows your name" is not only the theme song in Cheers but also what I think of when…read moregoing to Bar La Nona. I started coming here when studying abroad and it has always been my go-to pub ever since. It is nothing fancy, but the laid back ambiance, 80's rocker-esque clientele and the great service keeps me coming back for more. Bar La Nona is juxtaposed between Pio Nono's grunge and Patio Bella Vista's exclusivity, making it a very entertaining people watching spot - especially during the summer time. They offer seating both outside as well as inside. What the inside seating lacks in outside entertainment Pio Nono is known to offer (such as random musicians, parades and artisans) it makes up for in an awesome Juke box which is almost always playing 80's and 90's rock. It's a must go for a national beer and chorillana.

After grabbing delicious BBQ around the corner with friends, a few of us decided to keep the fun…read moregoing. We found Barracuda and decided it was a great option because 1) it has a rooftop bar, and 2) there's no cover (unlike a certain jazz club down the street). We arrived late in the evening, so the first two floors were quiet. We made our way up to the third floor and a handful of staff greeted us and let us sit wherever we wanted. We chose a table nearest the street corner where we could look out and enjoy the view. Given the smog in Santiago, we couldn't see much beyond the neighborhood, but it was a fun time nonetheless. The ambiance downstairs definitely feels like a college-town dive bar with its random decor. But the rooftop makes you feel you're in a different restaurant altogether, even if the menu is the same. The staff brought us a drink menu and we decided to order a bottle of Carmenere for the table, which was reasonably priced at around $13.500clp. We were surprised to see that they also carry a very expensive bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon priced around $69.000clp. We put in our order, but about five minutes later, another server came over to let us know that they were out of the bottle we chose. We said it was no problem and that we would have whatever was similar on the menu. When the bottle arrived, it was evenly distributed among our three large wine glasses, which still had the remnants of a price tag on the bottom of the glass. Upon our first sips, we realized this was a very "jammy" wine and nothing like a Carmenere. We took a closer look at the bottle and realized it was not a Carmenere at all as we'd requested but was instead a Cab Sauv. We all had a tinge of trepidation as we sipped our wine, wondering whether they had brought us the super-expensive bottle. When the bill arrived at the end of the evening, we all breathed a collective sigh of relief seeing that the bottle was only $15.000clp. Whew! Would I come back here? Sure! But with so many options and great nightlife in this neighborhood, it might be a while before I return and finally try their Carmenere.

Pepperland is a cool dive bar and is the kind of place you want to go when you're looking for lots…read moreof good craft beer. The menu is one of those old trading card plastic sleeve things with little trading cards for the food and beer. They have a pretty wide selection of brews, from Chilean IPAs on tap to Coronado Brewing Company (from Coronado, California, USA). So the beer is really great, but the building itself is old and a bit cramped (not to mention hot because it gets crowded). I had the spoH IPA and have to say it was one of the better ones in the world - just the right amount of fruitiness and hops. Definitely a good place to stop by to satisfy that craft brew craving.

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.

I have a friend who knows about my love of french fries and cheese so he recommended we go to…read moreTeclados. The whole time in the car he couldn't stop talking about how great these french fries were - a special mix with a salsa he has never tasted anywhere else. We parked in a convenient garage right below the bar and as we walked up, I thought to myself how this bar looked just like any other pub (it actually reminded me of California Cantina a bit) it was dark with old wooden tables and a patio outside. We all ordered a beer, and my friend ordered us the "papas teclados" and asked for the meat on the side. When the papas came, I had a flashback to animal style fries - but these were 100 times better (yes...better.) these perfectly cooked (fried?) french fries were drenched in melted cheese, sour cream and chives. D.E.L.I.C.I.O.U.S I have since come back multiple times with friends because not only do they have great papas but they also have even better happy hour specials and a night out there is pretty affordable. Go and come early to take advantage of their happy hour!

YOU MUST COME AND ORDER THE PAPAS TECLADOS!…read more Papas teclados are fries covered in a creamy cheese sauce and chives. They also have great drinks. I went with a group of 6 on a weekend night and though this place is very popular and was packed, we did grab a table right away. I lived in Santiago for 6 months and went off of the recommendation of Chilean friends with them and my California ladies. ======================================= TIENEN QUE IR A TECLADOS Y PEDIR LAS PAPAS TECLADOS! Papas teclados son papas fritas y cubiertas con una salsa blanca de queso y crema, y con cebolletas también. Además, hacen tragos buenos. Me gustó su ruso blanco. Yo fui a Teclados con un grupo de 6 un fin de semana y aunque este lugar es muy popular y lleno de gente, encontramos una mesa libre inmediatamente. Yo vivé en Santiago por 6 meses y fui a Teclados con la recomendación de amigos chilenos, quienes me acompañaron con mis chicas californianas también. Era una noche divertida allá.

The pizzas are high quality at a reasonable price considering it is conveniently located across the…read morestreet from a high end beach front hotel. I recommend this restaurant because the toppings taste fresh. Additionally, the combinations appear original. The wood tables and seating contribute to a warm ambiance. I also recommend the milk shakes especially on a hot day. This is also family friendly based on my experience of eating here. I think the service could be a little faster in the evening near closing time but overall a great experience.

Very busy during the weekends in the evening time but during the day and on weekdays, can be seated…read moreright away. Pizza was very delicious and lots of choices too! Beer good was always!