Top Restaurants in Castro
Most Popular Seafood food in Castro, Los Lagos Region, Chile
Find out what Seafood restaurants to try in Castro. A rainbow assortment of palafitos (wooden houses on stilts) are the unofficial calling card of Castro, the capital city of Chiloé Island. Once home to thousands of farmers and a target for European pirates, Castro was established in the 16th century and is Chilé’s third-oldest city. Highights here are the astonishing wooden church, an impressive contemporary art museum and the charming wharf in the Gamboa district.
Things to do in Castro
10. Mary's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By Veronica V
Just got a new location. Quality as good as always. Seafood specialist. Locals know what is good. Few turists have discovered theis gem.
9. Rapa Nui
Overall Ratings
4 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By 146AlbertoC
Went to this restaurant on a busy Saturday night (14th of February). We waited 20 min until the owner came to clean our table, then another 30 min to have our order taken. The food came another 30 min later. We ordered the merluza (hake) on the plancha (grill) and it was fried - the waiter took it back to the kitchen and then back to me saying it was cooked on the grill, with a batter of egg/flour, which in my world, isn´t on the grill. The merluza was dry and tasteless - even wondered if it had been frozen? I also ordered the crema de mariscos (seafood soup) and turned out to be an extremely salty broth which was almost uneatable. My partner ordered the entrecot (steak) which of course was way too overcooked and hard to cut. Portions were minuscule also.A very poor experience in a place that looked good on the outside, with a decent menu. They even asked for the 10% gratuity and I had to explain why I would not go any more pesos, which they replied with a "I was not there when you ordered sir". The meal came to 18.000 pesos, with a couple of pints of draught beers. Best to look around for other, a bit more decent, alternatives.
8. Restaurant Sacho
Overall Ratings
4 based on 305 reviews
Our restaurant rescues the typical and traditional food , like the can- cato salmon , crab chowder , fresh maricos , besides having a beautiful ocean view, the room combines modern and classical architecture Chilota and excellent service .
Reviewed By Travelholic999
... to get one of four tables facing the sea in the upper floor as the view is beautiful. Apart from that the food is good but not exceptional while prices are above average for the portions you get. We ordered a Valle de Casablanca white wine to accompany our dinner, but the wine was not our cup of tea.Be aware that the menu is in Spanish only and the staff hardly speak English (but come on, you are in Chile!).
7. La Cevicheria Gourmet
Overall Ratings
4 based on 176 reviews
Reviewed By Laura L
My friend and I visited the cevicheria three times during our stay in Castro after discovering the gem that is the Salmon Empanada. I have lived in Chile for a year and this is the single best empanada I have ever had, it takes a little while because the chef prepares them fresh and they come out hot. I highly reccomend. The staff and ambiance are lovely. I will sincerely miss these empandas!Gracias Laura estamos de acuerdo que la empanada es una maravilla, gracias por su visita. Saludos.
6. Restaurant Travesia
Overall Ratings
4 based on 343 reviews
TRAVESÃA is a restaurant that offers a living space . Chilota you enter a kitchen with stove and local cooks. They offer fresh, not frozen, because the Farmers Fair is one block from the local . Preparations are based on the culinary heritage and creativi
Reviewed By 57patricia2014
This restaurant was recommended to us.It is a quaint small restaurant with a homely feel.The waitress was very friendly and suggested some seafood dishes ,which we ordered.Food was very nice with generous servings,with fresh local produce, it was a lovely experience .Would definitely go back again and would highly recommend it to friends
5. Nueva Galicia Restaurante
Overall Ratings
4 based on 427 reviews
Reviewed By AstroEle
Our concierge at the palafito where we stayed suggested this little restaurant managed by young local guys and it's been really a nice surprise. As a courtesy rather than the usual bread with butter and pebre they offered delicious mussels. We then tried the ceviche, ravioli filled with mussels and pumpkin smoked with rosemary and charquican all fresh and really well prepared. Also notable the excellent quality/price ratioDear client, we deeply appreciate that you have visited us and we hope we had given you a nice gastronomic experience and an excellent service. On behalf of all our team, we will be pleased to bring you a great moment whenever you want. We hope you have a magical stay on the island, and for reservations, have no doubt to contact us at 652532828.
4. Cazador
Overall Ratings
4 based on 611 reviews
Reviewed By angieslist
Our tour guide suggested this restaurant. The pictures just say it all. The cuteness was unbelievable. They made special dishes to accommodate our groups dietary restrictions. Gaby is an excellent cook. The restaurant has a great aesthetic and view of the water.
3. La Cevicheria Espacio Palafito
Overall Ratings
4 based on 329 reviews
Reviewed By borrum
Itâs worth the 20 minute walk out of town to find it. Authentic Chilean and Peruvian seafood dishes. Fresh, tasty and served in generous portions. The atmosphere is congenial, with a buzz of convivial conversation. Service is welcoming, swift yet unobtrusive. The sea view is memorable.
2. Mercadito
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1449 reviews
Inspired by the markets, our ingredients are chilotes, fresh and local.Cooked with love, we enhance flavors, aromas and textures.Welcome to enjoy a kitchen with personality and territorial consciousness, always fresh, always local.
Reviewed By rowena17
If you love seafood, then you canât miss this place when you are in Castro. Thereâs also a lovely terrace that faces the water, offering a cosy and casual atmosphere.The food was fresh and delicious, with generous portion sizes. Being a seafood lover, there were so many appetising options on the menu that it was hard to make a decision.In the end, my Boyfriend and I decided to share a starter (tuna ceviche), which was delish; the tiny pieces of strawberries added a nice fresh contrast to the flavours. As for my main, I went for the seafood broth with clams, mussels, which was yumz, though the waiter recommended the crab gratin, which did sound appealing. My boyfriend had the mussels, which was delicious, though the accompanying fries werenât that much, especially if you are used to having âmoules and fritesâ, with lots of frites. Nonetheless, the food taste was excellent, and I would go back again the next time Iâm ever in Castro!Wow, what a nice review. Thanks for so nice words! and for shared you experience with other customers.
Castro Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Castro
1. Rucalaf Chiloe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 701 reviews
Reviewed By Yobsessed
Having seen the glowing reviews we were very much looking forward having dinner at Rucalaf. The service was in fact friendly and very helpful in explaining all local dishes. Also the drinks we've got especially the murta sour were seriously good. The starters and the main dish were consistently dry, hard to chew and simply disappointing. I tried the pulmay as a main dish and I never had mussels as dry as these. Considering it was supposed to be a stew with some broth to it, this dish was abysmal. The dessert was okayish. A caramel cream with myrtle berries. Slightly to sweet but enjoyable. In the end the bill was not near worth it. Since there are numerous much better options quite nearby I would not go there again.
