El Plateao

Norte Chico


The best-loved dining spot in town is this laid-back, art-filled dining room right on the main street. The wide-ranging menu features Thai-style seafood soup, Indian tandoori, shrimp lasagna and straight-up grilled fish. The tables on the front terrace are fine spots to kick back with a cocktail in the afternoon.


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