What should I order at restaurante La Picada De Carlitos?
restaurante La Picada De Carlitos
Lamb (Roast Lamb / Lamb Asado / Cordero Patagonico)
Mentioned multiple times as a highlight and favorite dish with huge portions, excellent taste, great value, and the best lamb experienced in the region. It is considered a must-try and highly praised for quality and portion size.
Seafood Soup
Frequently recommended for its generous portions with large mussels and excellent flavor. It is noted as very good and hearty, enjoyed by several reviewers.
Salmon
Recommended for being simple, flavorful without heavy sauces, and overall good. Some mention it is a bit dry but still a popular choice.
Abalone
Praised for excellent cooking and taste, recommended as an impressive dish in the restaurant.
Cannelloni with Centolla (Chilean King Crab)
Highlighted as a perfect mix of gourmet ingredients and comfort food, recommended for those seeking a special but approachable dish.
Fried White Fish
Recommended for being super good and tender, appreciated by guests who tried it.
Hearty Beef Soup (off-menu)
Mentioned as a very good off-menu item with generous beef portions and vegetable stew, praised for its flavor and quantity.
Hamburguesa Completa
Noted as enormous and delicious with fresh ingredients, recommended for those wanting a large and satisfying sandwich.
Location details
Esmeralda 581, Puerto Natales, Natales, Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica, CL
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 7:30 PM |
About restaurante La Picada De Carlitos
restaurante La Picada De Carlitos is a restaurant in Puerto Natales, Natales, in Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica. It serves Chilean cuisine with a focus on grilled meats, sandwiches, seafood, and soups, and reviewers most often praise the Patagonian lamb, generous portions, and friendly service. The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, and it is popular with groups, tourists, and solo diners. It offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert, with table service and reservations recommended for peak meals.
Amenities & services
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is restaurante La Picada De Carlitos known for?
It is best known for Patagonian cordero, or lamb, especially the slow-roasted asado de cordero that reviewers describe as smoky, tender, and very flavorful. The restaurant is also repeatedly praised for huge portions and a strong value for the price in central Puerto Natales.
What dishes are most recommended at restaurante La Picada De Carlitos?
Reviewers most often recommend the Patagonian cordero, asado de cordero, cannelloni with centolla, roast lamb, seafood soup, and the fried white fish. Other dishes that get specific praise include scallops, abalone, salmon, and hearty soups with beef and vegetables.
What is the atmosphere like at restaurante La Picada De Carlitos?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and quiet, with a simple Patagonian-style setting that feels welcoming rather than formal. Reviewers say it suits locals, tourists, tired trekkers, and groups, and several mention that it is a good place for a relaxed meal without loud music.
Is restaurante La Picada De Carlitos good value?
Yes, the price range is CLP 10–20K, and reviewers repeatedly say the portions are huge for the cost. People specifically call the prices reasonable or very cheap for the quantity and quality, especially for dishes like lamb, soups, and crab pasta in Puerto Natales.
Should I expect a wait at restaurante La Picada De Carlitos?
Yes, some reviewers mention lines and slower food service at busy times, especially when the restaurant is full. Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, which fits the restaurant’s popularity with tourists and local diners in the center of town.
Is parking available at restaurante La Picada De Carlitos?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Is restaurante La Picada De Carlitos kid-friendly?
Yes, restaurante La Picada De Carlitos is good for kids.
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