What should I order at La Marmita?
La Marmita
Salmon
Mentioned multiple times as perfectly cooked and delicious, highlighting its freshness and quality.
Garlic Soup
Highly recommended as a hidden gem, praised for its flavor and warmth.
Pumpkin Soup
Described as amazing and cozy, especially appreciated on a cold day.
Vicuña Soup (Beef Stew)
Noted as yummy, filling, and affordable, making it a satisfying choice.
Fresh Bread with Garbanzo Bean Spread and Salsa
Complimentary bread made in-house was frequently praised for being warm, crusty, and served with fresh and flavorful spreads.
Ceviche
Recommended for its fresh and light qualities, served with lettuce.
Rabbit Stew
Described as hearty with squash, carrots, and tender rabbit, with very good portions.
Llama Meatballs
Mentioned as wonderful, paired with homemade pumpkin pasta, showcasing unique local flavors.
Guanaco Appetizer
Praised for being delicious and beautifully plated with incredible calafate chutney.
Location details
Pl. Francisco Sampaio 678, Punta Arenas, Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica, 6212867, CL
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 12 to 11:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 to 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 11:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About La Marmita
High-end, family-owned fixture with a folksy feel serving locally sourced regional dishes & drinks.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Checks
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is La Marmita known for?
La Marmita is best known for its king crab, oversized mussels, and pisco sour, along with regional meats like guanaco and lamb. Reviewers repeatedly mention the seafood as especially fresh and flavorful, and several call the crab and mussels standout dishes.
What dishes are most recommended at La Marmita?
The most frequently recommended dishes are king crab, mussels, ceviche, garlic soup, beef soup or beef ajiaco, salmon, and the traditional vegetarian stew. Reviewers also praise the roast lamb and the house bread with garbanzo bean spread and salsa.
What is the atmosphere like at La Marmita?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, romantic, and trendy, with an eclectic interior and history on the walls. It seems to work well for solo diners, couples, groups, and tourists, since reviewers mention both intimate solo dinners and shared meals with friends or family.
Is La Marmita good value, and what is the price range?
La Marmita is in the CLP 15–40K price range, and reviewers often feel the quality matches the cost because portions and ingredients are strong, especially the giant mussels and king crab. The restaurant is also described as a worthwhile stop away from busier tourist areas, with attentive service adding to the value.
Do I need a reservation at La Marmita?
Reservations are accepted and recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner. That said, one reviewer noted being seated solo on a Monday night, so it may be easier to get in at quieter times than during peak meals.
Is parking available at La Marmita?
Yes. Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does La Marmita have vegetarian options?
Yes, La Marmita offers vegan options.
Is La Marmita kid-friendly?
Yes, La Marmita is good for kids.
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