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Las Carretas de Cauquenes

4.5(190 Google reviews)via Google

For a taste of traditional Chilean home cooking in a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Las Carretas de Cauquenes

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Las Carretas de Cauquenes serves up authentic Chilean cuisine in a cozy, historic setting. Enjoy traditional dishes like cazuela, arrollado, and pernil, all prepared with care by the family that runs this beloved neighborhood spot. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, making it perfect for solo diners or groups. Don't miss the chance to try their homemade cola de mono, a true taste of Chilean tradition.

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Hours
Monday10:00 AM – 09:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM – 09:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM – 09:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM – 09:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM – 09:00 PM
Saturday09:00 AM – 11:00 PM
SundayClosed
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Dishes

Cazuela, Arrollado, Pernil, Cola de Mono

Costs

Expect around $6.000 for a typical dish.

Best: Visit during lunch hours for a bustling atmosphere and daily specials.

Busiest: Saturdays 12PM-3PM

Quietest: Weekdays after 3PM

The restaurant features a cozy and quiet atmosphere, perfect for family gatherings or solo dining. While it offers free street parking, it does not have wheelchair accessible parking. Restrooms are available on-site, and the venue is family-friendly with table service.

Metro Bío Bío (L6), 8 min walk

The nearest metro station is Bío Bío on Line 6, just an 8-minute walk away. If you're driving, you can find free street parking nearby. It's a great spot to stop by if you're exploring Santiago Centro.

Reviews from Google

4.5(190 Google reviews)

  • Claudio M.

    This place truly embodies all the characteristics of a great eatery! Typical dishes include cazuela (stew), arrollado (rolled meat), pernil (pork leg), mechada (shredded beef), and beans. The flavors are steeped in history and years of cooking experience from the women who prepare them. It's a family-run neighborhood restaurant, and the regulars keep coming back! It features antique wooden tables, a skylight in the middle of the dining room, and an interior water channel... When it rains, the atmosphere is sublime. Average bill is 10,000 pesos, including a glass of wine.

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  • Eduardo B.

    A very classic, old-fashioned place. Average prices (6,000 pesos), although the pork leg is a bit pricey (15,000 pesos). Everything is incredibly delicious, even the salad—amazing. Tips should be left in cash; payment for dishes can be made by card.

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  • John M.

    Typical Chilean food: pork legs, rolled meats, stews, chicha, pipeño wine, etc. All very well prepared. Excellent lunches and prices. Highly recommended.

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