Caldera

Caldera is a port city in the Atacama region of northern Chile. Dating from the mid-1800s, its former train station now houses the Caldera Station Cultural Center, with art exhibitions, and the Paleontological Museum, displaying regional fossils. Close by is the 19th-century San Vicente church. Near the harbor is the sheltered Mansa Beach. South of Caldera are more beaches at Bahía Inglesa village.
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In Nuevo Miramar, a dining establishment renowned for its exceptional cuisine, patrons can indulge in a myriad of delectable dishes. This restaurant offers an extensive menu filled with an array of tantalizing options to satisfy even the most discerning palate. From savory starters to exquisite entrées, each dish is meticulously crafted using high-quality ingredients, resulting in culinary creations that are both flavorful and visually stunning.
(Translated by Google) Good place, nice view and good service. The food was delicious and I liked that they emphasized that both the mashed potatoes and the fries were natural, which was noticeable in the flavor. Good portions and everything felt fresh (Original) Buen lugar, bonita vista y buena atención. La comida estaba rica y me gustó que recalcaban que tanto el puré como las papas fritas eran naturales, lo que se notaba en el sabor. Buenas porciones y todo se sentía fresco
Roya F — Google review
We came from Santiago to this Restaurant just at the the beginning of our tríp. The service was terrible, the waiter did not know anything about the menú. And we felt a disgusting smell the whole time. Do not come to this place. The prices are so expensive.
Wilson R — Google review
We went for lunch and the place was not that busy, so no excuses for what we got. We both ordered the corvina which was the driest piece of fish I have ever had. It was 1inch thick so they must have forgot about it on the plancha .If it was cooked properly it should have been moist in the centre. Can't recommend. $65, which included a half bottle of wine and 2 small beers.
James M — Google review
Got an abused excuse of filet with all silverskin still on it..fish and chicken looked ok, nice view and nice staff. Didn't take visa/mastercard.
Erik L — Google review
Good view!
Pía M — Google review
(Translated by Google) The food was quite delicious, fresh and filling. The service was perhaps the best, they treated us with a lot of love and concern to make us feel good, the only downside is that "maybe" it is a little expensive, the contours are all paid separately, however, everything was delicious, I repeat, the Argentine waitress and the boy who served us were worth everything. Thank you Ah, the ICE CREAM beer (Original) La comida estaba bastante rica, fresca y contundente. La atención fue quizá la mejor, nos atendieron con mucho cariño y preocupación para que nos sintieramos bien, el único pero es que "quizá" es un poco caro, los contornos se pagan todos por separado, sin embargo, estuvo todo delicioso, repito, la garzona argentina y el chico que nos atendieron, valieron todo. Gracias Ah, la cerveza HELADAAAA
Jorge N — Google review
(Translated by Google) Good food. Reasonably priced. I recommend it. (Original) Buena comida. Precio razonable. Lo recomiendo.
Avelino V — Google review
(Translated by Google) The staff was very attentive. The restaurant was clean and spacious, with a view of the beach. The food was good. We ordered ceviches, which were Chilean style (onion and fish), and fried queenfish with spring rice. The juices were obviously natural. The price doesn't give it a 5-star rating. (Original) Muy buena atención del personal, el local estaba limpio y era bastante amplio y con vista a la playa, la comida es buena. Pedimos ceviches los cuales eran a la chilena (cebolla y pescado) y una reineta frita con arroz primavera. Los jugos se notaban que eran naturales. No se lleva las 5 estrellas por el precio.
Sofia V — Google review
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If you're on the hunt for a delightful culinary experience, look no further than Casa de la Empanada. This charming eatery specializes in quick bites and is renowned for its mouthwatering seafood empanadas. With a perfectly thin crust that’s not overly greasy, each empanada is generously filled with high-quality ingredients like cheese and an array of fresh seafood options such as shrimp and oysters.
Very tasty empanadas, those are like italian calzone but with Chilean ingredients. Some others are fried with cheese and stuff. Attached is the menu, unfortunately is only on Spanish, but easy.to translate, the most important thing is to know what an empanada is.
Andrew W — Google review
Great fresh empanadas!
Daphna K — Google review
Kind of expensive
Cristina D — Google review
Rico sason
Juan F — Google review
(Translated by Google) Before we always bought empanadas here. It used to be expensive, but good. They closed and recently reopened. On Sunday, January 12, 2025, we bought pine empanadas with minced meat, expensive as always. They are definitely the worst pine empanadas I have ever eaten. They taste horrible. Even the olive is disgusting. I don't know what happened to them, but it strikes me that they don't even try what they put on sale. I give it a higher score because I still haven't lost faith, and because the oyster cheese empanadas were good. (Original) Antes comprábamos empanadas siempre acá. Solía ser caro, pero bueno. Cerraron y hace poco volvieron a abrir. El domingo 12 de enero del 2025 compramos empanadas de pino con carne picada, caras como siempre. Definitivamente son las peores empanadas de pino que he comido. Tienen un sabor horrible. Incluso la aceituna es un asco. No sé qué les pasó, pero me llama la atención que ni siquiera prueben lo que ponen a la venta. Le pongo más puntuación porque aún no pierdo la fe, y porque las empanadas de ostión queso estaban buenas.
Andrés J — Google review
(Translated by Google) I remember exquisite empanadas with great happiness and hunger haha, if I go to Valpo on some occasion I will surely go and eat some empanadas. Highly recommended (Original) Exquisitas empanadas las recuerdo con mucha felicidad y hambre jjjj, si voy a valpo en alguna oportunidad de seguro iré a comerme algunas empanadas. Recomendadisimo
Rafael D — Google review
(Translated by Google) The good thing is the flavor of the empanadas, however they do not open on time and are very slow to serve. Last time I waited more than an hour and now they don't open :( (Original) Lo bueno es el sabor de las empanadas, sin embargo no abren a la hora y son lentísimos para atender. La última vez esperé más de una hora y ahora no abren :(
Juan I — Google review
(Translated by Google) I was going to buy them, but they're closed. They don't keep to established hours. It also says they're for sale. I was left wanting to try them. (Original) Iba ir a comprar y esta cerrado. No cumple con horarios establecidos Aparte dice se vende Me quede con las ganas de probarlas
Luis D — Google review
Atacama & Salvador num 884, Caldera, Atacama, Chile+56 52 231 5972Tips and more reviews for Casa de la Empanada
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Domo Restaurant is a delightful culinary destination that promises an unforgettable dining experience. Known for its fresh fish and exquisite pisco, the restaurant offers a fantastic price-quality ratio that keeps guests coming back for more. The ambiance is enhanced by live music, creating a vibrant atmosphere perfect for enjoying meals with friends and family. Diners rave about dishes like the filet with olive risotto and parmesan scallops served in a unique cheese soup, making it worth every penny.
Great parmesan scallops. Not on their shells, but as part of a lightly acid cheese soup. A bit more expensive than live scallops jus across the street, but worth it.
Nelson S — Google review
The food and service were good, but we had a mocktail mojito and we were charged as it was the alcoholic counterpart, when I asked about this to the server they just said "yes", I didn't feel like fighting for it but this was over the top, first time I pay a cocktail price for a juice.
Ignacio O — Google review
Good food, had the filét with olive risotto, ask for more of that syrup to it. Decent cocktail. Waiter took all other tables before ours... Even ppl arriving long after. Took card. Good wc.
Erik L — Google review
Excelent restaurant great for sharing with friends and family, exquisite food and a heck of a view
Frank O — Google review
Don't ask for Pisco Sour here.
Juan V — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very good food, with fresh fish and delicious pisco. Consistent price-quality ratio. There was a very good live band playing and the waiter treated us excellently. Just to observe, the Wi-Fi service is very bad and one more toilet would be necessary. (Original) Muy buena comida, con pescado fresco y un pisco delicioso. Relación precio calidad acorde. Había una banda tocando en vivo muy buena y el mozo nos atendió excelente. Solo para observar, el servicio de wifi muy malo y sería necesario un sanitario más.
Carla D — Google review
(Translated by Google) I wouldn't go back nor would I recommend it. From the start, the service was poor. Upon arrival, we were shown to a table, but a waiter came over, rudely telling me it was reserved. He was very aggressive. Then, they moved us to another table and took a long time to serve us. The same waiter from before arrived, arrogant, and rudely pulled out a chair for us. The food was average, drinks average, and prices were higher than average, but that's understandable due to the season. When it was time to pay the bill, we still left a 10% tip. We paid in cash, and they gave us less change than we should have. They charged us 10% and then took more. Terrible service, very poor customer service. I wouldn't go back, I don't recommend it, and they definitely need some training for their staff. My advice to the owner: better train the staff in customer service and be more honest with tips and change. (Original) No volvería a ir ni lo recomendaría, desde el principio la atención fue mala. Al momento de llegar nos llevaron a una mesa, pero llegó un Garzón diciéndome de mala manera que estaba reservada, muy agresivo, luego nos cambiaron a otra mesa y se demoraron en atendernos, el mismo Garzón de antes llegó prepotente y nos sacó una silla de mala manera, la comida normal, tragos normales, precios más altos del promedio pero se entiende por la temporada. Al momento de pagar la cuenta, dejamos a pesar de todo el 10% de propina, pagamos con efectivo y se nos trajo de vuelto menos de lo correspondiente, o sea cobraron el 10%, y aparte sacaron más. Pésima la atención, muy mal trato, no volvería, no lo recomiendo y definitivamente les falta una capacitación a su personal de trabajo. Consejo al dueño, capacitar mejor al personal en atención al público, y ser más honrados con las propinas y vueltos.
Julio A — Google review
(Translated by Google) Expensive. The portion of fish I ordered turned out to be small. The floor was sandy. Difficult to access for people with reduced mobility. Beach chairs were unstable for those who needed a better grip. We asked for coffee or tea, and even though it was listed on the menu, we were told they didn't have it. The girl who served us didn't know what was available and what wasn't. November 1, 2024. (Original) Caro. La porción de pescado que pedí resultó ser pequeña. Piso de arena. Difícil de acceder para personas con movilidad reducida. Sillas de playa, inestables para personas que necesiten mejor sujeción. Pedimos café o té y aunque estaba en la carta nos dijeron que no tenían. La chica que nos atendió no sabía lo que estaba disponible y lo que no. 1 de noviembre de 2024.
Viviana D — Google review
Av. El Morro 610, Bahía Inglesa, Caldera, Atacama, Chilehttp://instagram.com/domolounge+56 9 6079 5203Tips and more reviews for Domo Restaurant
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Gran Pecado is a popular spot in Caldera known for its delicious sandwiches. While some visitors find the menu to be somewhat limited, others praise the tasty and varied options offered at affordable prices. The friendly staff and cozy atmosphere add to the overall positive experience. It's considered by many as the best place for picada in Caldera, with excellent service and homemade sandwiches that come highly recommended.
(Translated by Google) The sandwiches were large in size, filling and priced accordingly, for 6,000 pesos a sandwich and a bowl of tea for 1,000, ideal for elevenses time. (Original) Los sandwiches eran de gran tamaño, estaban contundentes y el precio acorde, por 6.000 pesos un sándwich y un tazón de te por 1.000, ideal para la hora de onces.
Molina M — Google review
(Translated by Google) There were 5 inconveniences 1.the delay 2.bread with mushrooms 3.They told us MAY WITH GARLIC AND IT WAS NORMAL MAY 4.the supposed "jamo" was striped sausage And the payment machine is OFF and the other clients complained (Original) Hubieron 5 incombenientes 1.la demora 2.el pan con hongos 3.nos dijieron MAYO CON AJO Y ERA MAYO NORMAL 4.el supuesto "jamo" era salchicha rayada Y la maquina de pago APAGADAAA y los demas client es se quejaban
Emilia V — Google review
(Translated by Google) Terrible. I waited 50 minutes for a sandwich that had little to no filling. They're not what they used to be back in 2010. Terrible service. It was just bread with a touch of avocado, three short slices of shredded beef, and old tomato. The garlic mayo was good, though. (Original) Malísimos. Espere 50 MINUTOS por un sándwich que tenía poco y nada de relleno. Ya no son lo que eran en sus inicios allá por el 2010 Pésima atención, era un pan con una pincelada de palta 3 mechas cortas de “carne mechada” y tomate viejo. La mayo con ajo estaba buena si
Joaquin S — Google review
(Translated by Google) Excellent place, good atmosphere and everything was very delicious, both the food and the sandwiches. In addition to the attention, everyone was very friendly. By far the best dive in Caldera. 100% recommended! 👍🏼😃 (Original) Excelente lugar, buen ambiente y muy rico todo, tanto la comida como los sándwich. Además de la atención, muy amables todos. Lejos la mejor picada de Caldera. 100% recomendables! 👍🏼😃
Hostin O — Google review
(Translated by Google) We bought a Mammamia sandwich (Italian steak) and it was almost pure bread and mayo, they spread the avocado as if it were butter and with luck we found 2 slices of tomato on a huge bread, the bread big and fresh, the meat delicious, but it's not worth it the 7 lucas we paid (Original) Compramos un sandwich Mammamia (churrasco italiano) y era casi puro pan y mayo, le untaron la palta como si fuera mantequilla y con suerte encontramos 2 láminas de tomate en un pan enorme, el pan grande y fresco, la carne rica, pero no vale las 7 lucas que pagamos
Viviana T — Google review
(Translated by Google) The sandwiches are delicious as long as you eat at the local... at home they barely put any filling and the potatoes cost 5 thousand, a shame (I wouldn't have paid even 1000 for that portion).. Delicious but not for take away!! (Original) Los sandwich son ricos siempre y cuando comas en el local... a domicilio apenas le ponen relleno y las papas de 5 mil, una verguenza (no hubiese pagado ni 1000 por esa porcion).. Ricos pero no para llevar!!
Macarena P — Google review
(Translated by Google) A good place to enjoy a delicious sandwich. Although the truth is, nothing out of this world, except the attention of the employees who were attentive and fast at all times. Although it is a well served sandwich, it does not have many variations, there are no various sauces, the marine ingredients are missing and perhaps it needs another presentation format. As for the place, it is not welcoming or ambiance. It is a place where they sell large sandwiches for a more less reasonable price. (Original) Un buen lugar para degustar un rico sandwich. Aunque la verdad, nada del otro mundo, salvo la atención de las empleadas que fueron atentas y rápidas en todo momento. Si bien es un sandwich bien servido, no tiene muchas variaciones, no hay salsas variadas, faltan los ingredientes marinos y quizás necesite de otro formato de presentación. En cuanto al lugar, no es acogedor y tampoco de ambiente. Es un sitio donde venden sandwich grandes por un precio más menos razonable.
Sebastian A — Google review
(Translated by Google) Good place to eat the house specialty which is the sandwiches, although the bread is very large compared to the ingredients inside, it changed from its traditional location to another that is more central and larger (Original) Buen lugar para comer la especialidad de la casa que son los sándwich, aunque el pan es muy grande en comparación con los ingredientes que están dentro, se cambió de su tradicional local a otro que está más central y es más grande
Alex G — Google review
Ossa Cerda 462, 1570000 Caldera, Atacama, Chile+56 9 8451 2841Tips and more reviews for El gran pecado
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Nestled in the picturesque Playa Brava, Caldera, El Macho is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Chilean cuisine and fresh seafood. Its prime location near the Costanera offers stunning views of Caldera Bay, making it an ideal spot to unwind after a day at the beach. The restaurant prides itself on serving generous portions crafted from high-quality ingredients that highlight their freshness.
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Jorge C — Google review
Nice place, good food a little bit pricy, justified by the size of the portions.
Cristina D — Google review
(Translated by Google) We went on the recommendation of a friend, the truth is that the place is very cozy and the waiter's attention was very friendly, the only bad thing was that I was alone with all the tables in the place. Regarding the food, the portions are abundant (we had fish and we ate it even the day after) and the portion of potatoes was also abundant. This is related to the price since the fish dish with addition started at approximately 15,000 onwards. In this case we were two adults and a girl and it would have been good for us to just have a plate of fish and potatoes so there wouldn't be so much left over. The only bad thing is that the fish I got in the shake was very salty. (Original) Fuimos por recomendación de una amiga, la verdad es que el local es muy acogedor y la atención del garzon muy amable, lo único malo es que estaba solo con todas las mesas del local. Con respecto a la comida las porciones son abundante (nos quedo pescado y lo comimos incluso el día después) y la porción de papas también era abundante. Esto va en relación con el precio ya que el plato de pescado con agregado partía aprox desde las 15.000 en adelante. En este caso éramos dos adultas y una niña y nos hubiera venido bien solo un plato de pescado y las papas para que no sobrara tanto. Lo único malo es que el pescado que me tocó a mi el batido estaba muy salado.
Fabiola Z — Google review
(Translated by Google) Service took a while but the food was very good, the plates are large and it is possible to share for two. In addition to that, the sea view is beautiful during the day. The prices are not that cheap but it was worth it. (Original) Atendimento ha demorado un poco pero la comida fue muy buena, los platos son grandes y es posible compartir en dos. Además de eso la vista al mar es bonita durante el dia. Los precios no son tan económicos pero valió la pena.
Mardem C — Google review
(Translated by Google) The food is delicious and abundant, the staff is extremely friendly and attentive to the needs of the diners (Original) La comida deliciosa y abundante el personal es supremamente amable y atento a las necesidades de el comensal
DAYRA R — Google review
(Translated by Google) Little variety, but tasty preparations. Abundant dishes, well presented and better made. A visit to this classic in Caldera is recommended. (Original) Poca variedad, pero sabrosas preparaciones. Platos abundantes, bien presentados y mejor logrados. Recomendable una visita a este clásico en Caldera
WALDO N — Google review
(Translated by Google) Everything in this restaurant is excellent, the dishes are tasty and abundant. (Original) Todo en este restaurant es excelente, los platos sabrosos y abundantes.
Fabian A — Google review
(Translated by Google) The good thing is that there is a lot of food, very high prices, especially drinks, but literally very high. (Original) Lo bueno es que es Mucha comida ,precios muy elevados en especial bebestible ,pero literal muy elevados
Jerzy F — Google review
Gallo 54-148, 1570447 Caldera, Atacama, ChileTips and more reviews for El Machovrestaurant
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