EMPANADAS
Correos, Elqui Valley, Chile
The village post office (Correos) of Elqui Valley is a hidden culinary jewel. Situated at the front of the post office is a tiny kitchen where the best empanadas are made to order. Enjoy the best empanada of your South American adventure for pennies
SEAFOOD
Mercado Central, Santiago, Chile
Mercado Central offers up some of the best seafood in Chile. Avoid the busy restaurants in the centre of the market and instead, head to the sea mongers towards the back of the market who have small independent eateries tucked away above their stalls. Here you can eat like a king on a lobster seafood platter big enough to share between two for the equivalent of £10
SANGUCHERIA
La Coco, Valparaiso, Chile
Try La Coco for a leafy and floral courtyard and delicious artisan sandwiches. Be sure to try the homemade lemonade with ginger and basil
CAFE, DELICATESSEN
Cafe Esquina, San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
San Pedro de Atacama is bursting with fantastic little eateries, however, this had to be our favourite cheap eat. Â Be sure to order the goats cheese quesadillas, delicious
SUSHI
Tama Sushi, Valparaiso, Chile
Good sushi can be hard to come by in South America but this has to be our favourite in South America. Great food, fantastic service and even better it’s affordable.
BURGER BAR
Grey Dog Burger Shop, Puerto Natales, Chile
After three days hiking in Torres del Paine and only a burger will cut it, head to Grey Dog Burger in the centre of Puerto Natales. Humongous portions, lots of choice and very cheap!