Top 10 Restaurants in Coyhaique: Where to Eat in the Capital of Patagonia

Q: How much does eating out cost in Coyhaique?

An affordable lunch at a dining hall costs between CLP 5,000 and 7,000. A mid-range dinner costs between CLP 12,000 and 18,000 per main course. Fine dining restaurants charge between CLP 15,000 and 25,000 per dish.

Q: Are there restaurants open on Sundays in Coyhaique?

Sunday options are limited. Casino de Bomberos, Restaurant Aiken, and Cafe Confluencia serve on Sundays, though some with reduced hours. It is best to confirm by phone before visiting.

Q: Do I need reservations at Coyhaique restaurants?

At chef-driven restaurants (CB Gastronomia, Casa Cipres, DaGus), reservations are strongly recommended, especially on Fridays and Saturdays and during peak season (December to March).

Coyhaique has a food scene that surprises

When you think of Chilean Patagonia, you probably picture mountains, rivers, and endless landscapes. What you might not expect is a food scene with real identity in a city of 60,000 people, more than 1,600 km south of Santiago.

But Coyhaique delivers. In recent years, the capital of the Aysen Region has developed a restaurant scene that goes well beyond the typical asado. Chefs committed to local ingredients, craft breweries with personality, pizzerias that fuse Italian with Patagonian, and traditional dining halls where a full lunch costs less than a coffee in upscale Santiago.

Whether you are considering buying property in Coyhaique or just passing through, this guide covers the 10 restaurants worth knowing about.

1. CB Gastronomia Patagonia

Chef-driven cuisine with regional products

If Coyhaique has one restaurant that could compete with any table in Santiago, it is CB Gastronomia Patagonia. With a short menu that changes regularly (three starters, three mains, three desserts), every visit is different. The chef works with whatever the season offers: boneless lamb with morel mushrooms, salmon with house-made pasta, crab-stuffed pockets, scallop tartare.

Occasionally, unusual ingredients appear: hare, stingray, abalone. The space is intimate, with a fireplace, art on the walls, and eclectic decor that gives it character. Multiple visitors have described it as “the best restaurant in Chile,” a bold claim, but not an unreasonable one.

Address: Veintiuno de Mayo 655
Price: $$$ (CLP 15,000 to 22,000 per main course)
Reservations: Essential. Phone only.
Tip: There is no printed menu. The options are explained in person.

2. Casa Cipres Restaurante

Contemporary gastronomy and wines

Ranked number one on TripAdvisor among Coyhaique restaurants, Casa Cipres blends contemporary Chilean cooking with a carefully curated wine list. The braised lamb with roasted tubers is a house classic, alongside mushroom risotto, lamb cannelloni, and an apple strudel that closes the meal perfectly.

The atmosphere is elegant but welcoming, with a patio that becomes the best outdoor dining spot in the city during summer.

Address: Avenida General Baquedano 444
Price: $$$ (CLP 15,000 to 25,000 per main course)
Reservations: Recommended, especially on weekends
Tip: The staff knows every wine on the list. Ask for a recommendation.

3. Mamma Gaucha

The Italo-Patagonian pizza that defines Coyhaique

Mamma Gaucha has become an institution. Its “Italo-Patagon” concept sounds like marketing, but it shows up on the plate: clay-oven pizzas with local ingredients used naturally, lamb pizza, grilled Camembert with calafate berry sauce, crab-stuffed panzotti pasta.

House beer comes from its sister brewery, La Tropera, so you can pair your pizza with a freshly poured IPA or Belgian Golden. The space has bamboo decor and whitewashed walls, and it fills up on weekends.

Address: Paseo Horn 47-D (facing the main plaza)
Price: $$ to $$$ (pizzas up to CLP 13,900, mains CLP 10,000 to 18,000)
Hours: Monday to Saturday 12:00-20:00, closed Sundays
Tip: Book on Friday and Saturday evenings. Otherwise, be patient.

4. Restaurant Aiken

The definitive Patagonian lamb experience

If you come to Coyhaique and skip the cordero al palo, you are missing something essential. Aiken is where that experience comes together most completely. The format is a buffet: salad bar, hot plates, choice of roasted meats (lamb is the star), and desserts. All for a fixed price.

The restaurant sits on the third floor of the Casino building, with city views. It is not the most intimate setting, but the lamb more than makes up for it.

Address: Magallanes 131, 3rd floor
Price: $$$ (lamb buffet approximately CLP 18,990 per person, drinks separate)
Tip: Book for 8:00 PM. The lamb is usually ready by 8:30.
Read more: See our guide to the Patagonian lamb tradition.

5. DaGus Restaurant

Organic fusion with local soul

DaGus is built around organic, seasonal products. The menu changes constantly, but a few classics endure: the “Terrible Pollo” sandwich (grilled chicken with pesto, tomato, arugula, olives, and melted cheese), fresh ceviche, saltimbocca, and lamb ravioli with hand-made pasta.

The space is warm and intimate, with a clear philosophy: cook what the land provides, without unnecessary complication. Featured by Fodor’s as one of the best in the city.

Address: Lautaro 82
Price: $$$ (CLP 12,000 to 20,000 per main course)
Hours: Closed Sundays
Tip: The ceviche is among the best in Patagonia. Do not skip it.

6. Casino de Bomberos

Coyhaique’s most beloved dining hall

No list of Coyhaique restaurants is complete without Casino de Bomberos. Run by the city’s firefighters to fund their department, this no-frills dining hall serves Chilean home cooking at prices that defy logic.

The daily set menu includes soup, main course, and dessert for CLP 5,000 (CLP 6,000 on Sundays). The a la carte menu offers lomo a lo pobre (steak with fried egg and fries), conger eel stew, empanadas, and fried conger, all between CLP 6,000 and 7,000. This is where locals eat every day, and that says everything.

After a fire damaged the building, they currently operate as takeout only. The food is just as good.

Address: General Parra 365
Price: $ (CLP 5,000 to 7,000 for a complete meal)
Hours: Monday to Saturday 12:30-16:00 and 19:00-00:00, Sunday 12:30-17:00 and 19:00-00:00
Tip: Cash only, takeout only. They do not accept cards.

7. La Taberna D’Olbek

Belgian-Patagonian craft beer in a rustic setting

D’Olbek is more than a brewery. It is an experience. Located slightly outside the center, in a wooden cabin-style building, it produces Belgian-style beers with a Patagonian twist. The maqui sour (made with a native berry) is probably the most unique beer you will try in Chile.

Historically, people came to D’Olbek for the beers and the atmosphere, not so much the food. That changed in early 2026. The kitchen made a significant leap in quality: burgers, ceviche, chicken and blue cheese sandwiches, paila marina (seafood stew), and a tiramisu that surprises. The food now matches the beers. On top of that, they opened a new outdoor area that is fantastic, especially during the summer months.

Address: General Baquedano 1895
Price: $$ (CLP 7,000 to 15,000 for food, beer flights extra)
Tip: About a 30-minute walk from the center, or a short taxi ride. Worth the trip.
Read more: See our craft brewery guide for Coyhaique.

8. La Esquina Tropera

Gourmet burgers and craft beer

La Esquina Tropera is the restaurant arm of Tropera brewery (the same one that supplies Mamma Gaucha). The burgers are named after famous mountains: Anapurna, K2, K5. The beer menu includes Blanche, Porter, IPA, Double IPA, and a Belgian Golden Strong Ale.

There are also poke bowls, salads, and cocktails. The vibe is young and relaxed, perfect for a casual lunch or a Friday night out.

Address: General Parra 302
Price: $$ (CLP 8,000 to 14,000 per burger)
Hours: Monday to Saturday 11:00-01:00
Tip: The burgers are generous. You do not need a starter.

9. 455 Hamburgueseria

The best burger in Coyhaique

455 is the kind of burger joint that does not need pretension to win you over. The burgers are hearty, built with fresh ingredients and combinations that work: blue cheese with pesto, roasted peppers, and a house-made pesto sauce that regulars describe as addictive. Pair it with a craft beer from their selection.

The place is casual and family-friendly, perfect for a quick lunch or an uncomplicated dinner. It is not the fanciest restaurant on this list, but when you want a well-made burger in Patagonia, 455 is the answer.

Address: Presidente Carlos Ibanez 150
Price: $$ (CLP 6,000 to 10,000 per burger)
Hours: Monday to Saturday 12:30-00:00, closed Sundays
Tip: They offer delivery and WhatsApp orders. Great if you arrive tired from the Carretera Austral.

10. Cafe Confluencia

The neighborhood cafe

Confluencia is Coyhaique’s reference cafe. Enormous sandwiches, homemade soups, generous cake portions, tea and coffee. It does not try to be modern or trendy. It simply does the basics well, at reasonable prices, with a friendly atmosphere.

It is also one of the few spots downtown with reliable wifi, making it an improvised office for many. Ideal for a long breakfast or an afternoon once (the Chilean teatime tradition).

Address: Veintiuno de Mayo 544 (near the main plaza)
Price: $ to $$ (CLP 10,000 to 15,000 with sandwich and drink)
Tip: Try the cake of the day. There is always something freshly baked.
Read more: Discover more options in our cafes and bakeries guide for Coyhaique.

Honorable mentions

They did not make the top 10, but they deserve a visit:

Borek 19 (Campo Alegre): Farm-to-table dining at Patagonia House, with ingredients from their own greenhouse.
Ko Sushi (Arturo Prat 653): Sushi in Patagonia. Sounds unlikely, but it works.
La Consentida (Arturo Prat 176): Ultra-affordable daily set menu with Chilean home cooking.
Chelenko Restoran (Paseo Horn 48): Grilled meats and salmon facing the plaza. Good for a quick meal.

How much does eating out cost in Coyhaique

Type of meal	Price range (CLP)
Daily set menu (local dining hall)	5,000 - 7,500
Casual lunch (sandwich/burger + drink)	8,000 - 14,000
Mid-range dinner (main course)	12,000 - 18,000
Fine dining dinner (main course)	15,000 - 25,000
Craft beer (pint)	3,000 - 5,000
Artisan pizza	9,000 - 14,000

For a full breakdown of what it costs to live in the city, including groceries, rent, and utilities, see our cost of living guide for Coyhaique.

Practical tips for dining in Coyhaique

Always book at the chef-driven spots: CB Gastronomia, Casa Cipres, and DaGus are small and fill up fast.
Hours are different from Santiago: Many restaurants close on Sundays. Monday options are also limited.
Do not skip the lamb: You are in the capital of Patagonian lamb. Take advantage.
Try the local beer: Coyhaique’s craft beer scene is among the best in southern Chile. Read our craft brewery guide.
Bring cash: Some places, like Casino de Bomberos, do not accept cards.
Summer is peak season: Between December and March, popular restaurants fill up with tourists. In winter you will have more space, but some reduce their hours.

Living in Coyhaique, eating in Coyhaique

One of the most common questions we hear from people evaluating buying property in Patagonia is: “But is there anywhere good to eat?” The answer is a confident yes. With over 390 properties available in Coyhaique (from houses to land parcels), the real estate market is as varied as the food scene.

Coyhaique does not have the volume of options you find in a capital city, but the quality of its best restaurants, combined with the freshness of local ingredients (lamb, salmon, trout, wild mushrooms, native berries), creates a dining experience that is hard to replicate elsewhere in Chile.

If you are considering a move to Patagonia, the food scene is one more reason to do it. And if you are just passing through, these 10 restaurants will give you a reason to come back.

Patagonian ingredients that define Coyhaique’s cuisine

The food in Coyhaique cannot be understood without its local ingredients. The Aysen Region produces some of the most valued products in southern Chile, and the city’s restaurants use them with confidence.

Patagonian lamb is the star. Raised on open pastures with minimal intervention, it has an intense flavor and texture that sets it apart from lamb raised in Chile’s central zone. Restaurants like Aiken and CB Gastronomia prepare it in different ways: spit-roasted (the traditional method), braised, boneless with herbs, or as pasta fillings.

Wild mushrooms appear in season (mainly autumn) in risottos, sauces, and side dishes. Morels, boletus, and pine mushrooms are the most common varieties. Several restaurants work with local foragers who know the lenga and coigue forests where they grow.

Salmon and trout arrive fresh from the region’s rivers and fjords. Coyhaique is surrounded by some of the best fly-fishing rivers in the world, and that proximity shows in the freshness of the product. Restaurants like DaGus and Casa Cipres include them regularly on their menus.

Native berries (calafate, maqui, murta) contribute unique flavors to desserts, sauces, and beers. D’Olbek’s maqui sour is a perfect example of how these ingredients integrate into contemporary cooking. Calafate, in particular, has a tart, deep flavor that pairs well with both meats and desserts.

Frequently asked questions about restaurants in Coyhaique

What is the best restaurant in Coyhaique?

CB Gastronomia Patagonia is considered the best restaurant in Coyhaique by most visitors and residents. Its chef-driven menu changes with the seasons and works exclusively with local products. Reservations are essential, as the space is limited.

How much does eating out cost in Coyhaique?

An affordable lunch at a dining hall like Casino de Bomberos costs between CLP 5,000 and 7,000 for a complete meal. A mid-range dinner costs between CLP 12,000 and 18,000 per main course. Fine dining restaurants like CB Gastronomia or Casa Cipres charge between CLP 15,000 and 25,000 per dish.

Are there restaurants open on Sundays in Coyhaique?

Sunday options are limited. DaGus, Mamma Gaucha, and 455 Hamburgueseria are closed on Sundays. Casino de Bomberos, Restaurant Aiken, and Cafe Confluencia do serve on Sundays, though some with reduced hours. It is best to confirm by phone before visiting.

Do I need reservations at Coyhaique restaurants?

At the chef-driven restaurants (CB Gastronomia, Casa Cipres, DaGus), reservations are strongly recommended, especially on Fridays and Saturdays. At casual spots like Mamma Gaucha or La Esquina Tropera, booking on weekends is also a good idea during peak season (December to March).

What traditional dish should I try when visiting Coyhaique?

Cordero al palo (spit-roasted lamb) is the signature dish of Patagonia and an essential experience. Restaurant Aiken offers the most complete version in buffet format. Beyond lamb, try the ceviche at DaGus, the lamb pizza at Mamma Gaucha, and the maqui berry beer at D’Olbek.