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Cafe in Providencia, Santiago Metropolitan Region
What should I order at Café de la Candelaria?
What to order
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Brunch
Recommended multiple times for being tasty, generous in portion size, and a strong overall dining option with a pleasant atmosphere and good service.
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Cakes
Frequently praised for being amazing, tasty, and offered in a very good selection, making them a standout choice for tea time or dessert.
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Salmon Sandwich
Specifically highlighted as the best one a reviewer had ever eaten, making it the most clearly singled-out dish in the reviews.
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Pastries
Mentioned as part of a great selection of sweet and savory items, with reviewers noting good quality and variety.
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Crepes
Called good by a reviewer and noted as part of the cafe's appealing menu, even though they were described as very sweet.
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Menu Of The Day
Praised as very nice and good value for money, making it a recommended choice for a satisfying meal.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 7 PM |
About Café de la Candelaria
Café de la Candelaria is a cafe and restaurant in Providencia, Santiago Metropolitan Region, known for brunch, afternoon tea, cakes, and coffee. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly service, cozy and calm atmosphere, and the wide selection of desserts and pastries, especially tortas, carrot cake, tres leches cake, and the Candelaria cake. It also gets repeated mention for good tea, outdoor and rooftop seating, and being a comfortable place to relax, talk, or work on a laptop.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is Café de la Candelaria known for?
It is especially known for brunch, afternoon tea, and cakes, with tortas, carrot cake, tres leches cake, and the Candelaria cake mentioned often in reviews. People also point to the coffee and tea selection, plus the cozy setting in Providencia.
What dishes are most recommended at Café de la Candelaria?
Reviewers most often highlight the tortas, carrot cake, tres leches cake, avocado toasts, and brunch plates like crepes and sandwiches. The salmon sandwich also stands out in reviews, along with the menu of pastries and sweet and savory options.
What is the atmosphere like at Café de la Candelaria?
The vibe is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with plants, a beautiful top floor, and outdoor seating that feels inviting. It works well for friends, groups, solo dining, and people who want to talk or work on a laptop.
Is Café de la Candelaria good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is CLP 10–25K, and reviews are mixed but generally say the food and portions justify the cost. Some call it reasonable or good value for money, while others note it can feel a bit expensive.
When is the best time to visit Café de la Candelaria?
If you want to avoid a wait, reviews suggest arriving early, especially around 12:30 to 12:45, because the place can get packed and reservations help. It is a strong choice for brunch or a relaxed afternoon tea, and the rooftop or outdoor seating can be warm at times.
Is parking available at Café de la Candelaria?
Yes. Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
