The 7 Best Pisco Bars In Santiago Chile

Chile’s national liquor, pisco, is a tasty local spirit made from distilled fermented grapes. Whether mixed with lemon juice, Coke or another fruity concoction, it’s hard to say no to this delicious and smooth amber-colored brandy. Here are the best bars in Santiago serving it.

1. Chipe Libre

Bar, Restaurant, Peruvian, Chilean, Beer

Offering pisco flights, pisco sours and other creative pisco drinks, Chipe Libre is one of Santiago’s leading pisco bars that also serves various Peruvian and Chilean dishes. With top-notch piscos from both Peru and Chile, Chipe Libre lets you decide which you prefer. The two countries have a long-standing rivalry over who invented the liquor and which country makes it better.

2. Sarita Colonia

Bar, Restaurant, Peruvian, Pub Grub, Chinese, Spanish

One of Santiago’s most unique restaurants and bars, Sarita Colonia’s cocktail menu is as flavorful as its bright, extravagant décor. Offering tasty Peruvian fusion food, tangy pisco sours and a variety of other creative and delicious pisco drinks, Sarita Colonia is great for happy hour on the terrace or an elegant evening dinner.

3. Azotea Matilde

Restaurant, South American, Vegetarian, Fusion

This gorgeous Bellavista rooftop bar offers great views of the nearby Andes mountains, delicious pisco drinks and a diverse menu that changes frequently. Make sure to reserve a table here ahead of time – the small terrace books up fast, especially on weekends.

5. Opera Catedral

Bar, Restaurant, Cafe, Beer

Located on the corner of Merced and José Miguel de La Barra, this elegant bar located in the artsy Bellas Artes neighborhood serves up some of the best cocktails in the city. Order a tangy pisco sour and reserve a table for a Friday or Saturday evening when the bar hosts local musical acts. Sipping pisco sours on the terrace offers a nice view of the city.

6. The Singular Rooftop Bar

Bar, Boutique Hotel Restaurant, Spanish, South American, Cocktails

This swanky rooftop bar at Santiago’s elegant hotel The Singular offers delicious cocktails and a gorgeous view. Sip on your favorite pisco drink while looking out at the chic Lastarria neighborhood.

7. Laminga

Restaurant, South American, Chilean

One of Bellavista’s best restaurants, Laminga serves up fruity and flavorful pisco sours. Moreover, this spot is the perfect place to order up some traditional Chilean cuisine made with fresh incredients in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

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