The 10 Best Places To Eat And Drink In Baha Inglesa Chile

Bahía Inglesa (meaning ‘English Bay’), with a permanent population of a little over 130 people and soft, white sand beaches, is a popular beach destination for visitors traveling up Chile’s coastline. We look at Bahía Inglesa’s best places to grab a drink or a bite to eat while you’re here.

1. Hotel Restaurant Cora

Boutique Hotel Restaurant, Restaurant, Seafood

Hotel Restaurant Coral is located within a modern and stylish beachfront hotel. While the restaurant is not particularly fancy, it is probably the most upmarket in Bahía Inglesa, and serves mainly seafood dishes. There is plenty of outdoor seating on a shady patio at the front, which looks right out onto the white sand and turquoise ocean, making it a beautiful spot for lunch. The interior is simple, except for the ornate Spanish-style tiles on the floor, and it is open all day so perfect for a long drink in the afternoon as well as full meals.

2. El Plateao

Bar, Restaurant, Seafood, Beer

El Plateao is a bar and restaurant serving a range of international dishes, including pizza, Thai curry, steak, and local seafood. The portions are large and neatly presented, and also come with plenty of salad or vegetables, which is often hard to find here. The interior is mainly wood painted white, which gives a beachy feel to the place. It is located on the beachfront, with outdoor seating, as well as tables upstairs that provide even better views of the bay. The bar also offers an extensive drinks menu, which makes El Plateao an ideal spot for an afternoon or evening spent looking out over the ocean.

3. Café Museo

Café Museo

If Bahía Inglesa is too small and visitors need to be around a little more civilisation, the nearby town of Caldera also offers a number of places to eat or drink. Caldera is less than three miles from Bahía Inglesa, and is a much larger town with a significant port area. Café Museo is a small, quaint café here, serving a coffee-shop menu, including cakes, toast, pancakes, and coffee with a robust flavour. The interior of the café is decorated with vintage posters and newspapers, which provide a cozy and intimate vibe.
Edwards 479, Caldera, Chile

5. Catalina Amenabar

Catalina Amenabar

This café is in a superb location on the beachfront, although there is not much seating so ordering to takeaway is a better option. It serves classic café snacks and drinks including cakes, brownies, and cheesecake, which are all homemade by the owner and delicately presented. It is a family owned establishment that is well-known in the area (there is another branch in nearby Caldera), which adds to its small-town charm. A great spot for a morning break on the beach.
Av El Morro 610, Bahía Inglesa, Caldera, Chile

Bahía Inglesa Ⓒ Juan Benavente Baghetti/Flickr

6. Domo Chango Chile

Restaurant, Fast Food, Contemporary

The restaurant within Domo Chango Chile Hostel is great for cash-strapped backpackers. It is, as are most places in Bahía Inglesa, right on the beachfront, a fantastic location particularly for late nights in the hostel socialising with other travelers. The restaurant offers a range of dishes, from burgers to more adventurous fresh local ceviche.

7. Naturalia

Bar, Restaurant

Naturalia

A lovely beachfront restaurant, Naturalia is popular for its pizzas, homemade with authentic crispy bases, and a good range of different toppings. You can also find all the usual bar food, such as burgers and empanadas here. Visitors can sit on the outdoor patio, in the sun or shade, and look out onto the water. However, the joint is small and very popular, so it’s worth turning up early to grab a table for the evening.

Av El Morro, Bahia Inglesa, Caldera, Chile

8. Il Piron de Oro

Il Piron de Oro

This seafood joint, found in nearby Caldera, is popular with locals and located in a great spot, just a couple of blocks from the central harbor. It dishes up huge portions, mostly of traditional seafood but some alternative fusion dishes too. The décor is modern and comfortable, with crisp white table cloths combined with tasteful wooden furnishings. There are also a few additional outside tables. Due to its popularity, it is advisable to turn up early to secure a table.
Cousiño 218, Caldera, Chile

9. Tumorrou

Restaurant

Tumorrou

Tumorrou is the restaurant belonging to the campsite of the same name. Located across the other side of the bay from the main beach area, it is quieter than most other restaurants, and also more quirky. All the seating is outdoors, where you can sit and eat simple but tasty dishes such as burgers, tacos and seafood. The vibe is ‘hippie chic’ and it is a fantastic place for a slow lunch or dinner in a tranquil part of town, away from the busy central beach.
Camino a Puerto Viejo km 8, Bahia Inglesa, Chile

Bahía Inglesa Ⓒ Vioroska Tello/WikiCommons

10. La Casa de la Empanada

La Casa de la Empanada

If more of a snack than a full meal is on the cards, La Casa de la Empanada in Caldera is a fantastic option. There are a few tables inside ‘the house of the empanada’, as the name translates, but the best way to enjoy this traditional pastry snack is to order a few and enjoy them on the beach. The traditional fillings, such as beef, are on offer here, but also some more unusual seafood options, such as prawn or even oyster and cheese.
Calle Atacama 884, Caldera, Chile

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