El Bandido

Restaurants in La Serena, Coquimbo

4.6 (357)

Category	Restaurants
Address	Manuel Antonio Matta 666, 1710135 La Serena, Coquimbo
Street	Manuel Antonio Matta
Area	La Serena, Coquimbo
Phone	9 9095 2500 · WhatsApp
Google rating	4.6 (357)
Source	Google Maps and public records · listed Oct 8, 2026 · updated Oct 9, 2026

Opening hours

Monday	08:30–20:00
Tuesday	08:30–20:00
Wednesday	08:30–20:00
Thursday	08:30–20:00
Friday	08:30–20:00
Saturday	12:00–20:00
Sunday	Closed

About El Bandido

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El Bandido is a restaurant in La Serena, Coquimbo. It is listed at Manuel Antonio Matta 666, 1710135 La Serena, Coquimbo, one of the local businesses residents and visitors turn to.

Judge a place like this on freshness, consistency and recent reviews rather than decor. Menus and prices change, so check the current menu before going. Payment is in Chilean pesos, by debit card (Redcompra), credit card, bank transfer, QR code or wallets such as Mercado Pago, MACH or Tenpo, and you should always be given a receipt (boleta); in small places ask first how you can pay, and book for Friday and Saturday nights. On weekday lunchtimes many restaurants serve a menú del día or menú ejecutivo (set lunch), which comes out fast and fills up between 13:00 and 14:30; book by phone or WhatsApp for Friday and Saturday dinner, and note that the bill shows a suggested 10% tip, which is voluntary.

The business lists hours for six days of the week. On most of those days it is open 8:30–20:00. It is closed on Sundays. Also bear in mind that 1 January, 1 May, 18 and 19 September and 25 December are mandatory retail holidays, when most shops close. You can reach El Bandido on 9 9095 2500; calling is the quickest way to ask about availability, appointments or directions, and many businesses in Chile also answer on WhatsApp.

Customers rate it 4.6 out of 5 on Google across 357 reviews, placing it among the better-rated restaurants in La Serena on this site.

How El Bandido compares with other restaurants in La Serena

It usually closes at 8 PM, earlier than 35 of the 43 restaurants in La Serena that publish their hours, so check the time before a late visit.
It is closed on Sundays, while 31 of the 43 other restaurants in La Serena with published hours open that day.
It shares Manuel Antonio Matta with 5 other listed businesses.
Nearest other restaurants: Restaurant Daniela (0.1 km), Restaurant La Escalera (0.1 km), Los Pinos (0.1 km)

Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Brett Redman 5 months ago

One of the best all round meals I've had travelling Chile so far in terms of combination of taste, size and price. Good vibes inside the restaurant and was packed with locals so you know it's good.

Yassa Li 6 months ago

Delicious food and very friendly service. The staff made us feel welcome and the overall experience was excellent.

Juan Pablo Taboada 7 months ago

Slow cooked chicken broth soup, consomé de Ave XL, for $3500 CLP, $4US The chicken soup is unbelievable, amazing, filling, garden to table; the best that I have had in La Serena. Indoor and outdoor seating, mostly covered to keep out the UV rays and hot summer sun 3 blocks away from the Plaza de Armas, El Bandido has quick to serve staff that is attentive, smiling, and always welcoming. I seriously can’t imagine having better food at such a great price. I love cooking for myself but this could easily become a daily stop. ❤️🤟 Will be back again, and again. 🤩

Cinzia Bizama 8 months ago

Excellent food!

Anton 11 months ago

Only lunch, but all is perfect and very delicious food. Large dishes - fried fish and Cesar and very delicious!!! Very polite and fast cooking. Recomendation to visit!

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Frequently asked questions

Where is El Bandido located?

El Bandido is at Manuel Antonio Matta 666, 1710135 La Serena, Coquimbo, in La Serena, Coquimbo. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is El Bandido?

El Bandido is listed as a restaurant.

What are the opening hours of El Bandido?

Published hours are Monday: 08:30–20:00; Tuesday: 08:30–20:00; Wednesday: 08:30–20:00; Thursday: 08:30–20:00; Friday: 08:30–20:00; Saturday: 12:00–20:00; Sunday: closed. It is closed on Sunday. Hours can change on public holidays, long weekends, the Fiestas Patrias (18–19 September) and between Christmas and New Year, and on the coast and in the south outside the summer season, so call before a special trip.

Is El Bandido open on Sunday?

No, El Bandido is closed on Sunday.

What is the phone number of El Bandido?

You can call El Bandido on 9 9095 2500. It is a mobile number, so you can also try WhatsApp using the button on this page.

How is El Bandido rated on Google?

El Bandido has a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 357 reviews.

How can I pay at El Bandido?

The listing does not say which payment methods are accepted. In Chile, cash in Chilean pesos, debit cards (Redcompra) and credit cards, bank transfers, which are common even at small shops, and QR payments or wallets such as Mercado Pago, MACH or Tenpo are the norm. Always ask for your receipt ("boleta"). Ask first if you plan to pay by card, especially at small shops and street markets.

Are there other restaurants near El Bandido?

Yes. La Serena also has Restaurant La Escalera, La Rusia Barra Nikkei, Taikin Sushi and Bar Ulriksen among others; see the full list of restaurants in La Serena at the bottom of this page.