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Central Market (Mercado Central)

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 66 attractions in Santiago
Traveller Description: Unique architecture and street musicians accompany a plethora of dining options, where seafood is abundant in this South American food court.
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Attraction type: Flea/street market
Activities: Dining, Shopping
Address: Ismael Valdes Vergara 900 Santiago
Chile
Tel: 2/696-8327

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5 of 5 stars
Denver, CO
25 Sep 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

After living in Santiago for over a year, I can say without a doubt this was my favorite place to eat in the city. The food is fresh and the atmosphere is one of a kind. I never had a bad experience at any of the restaurants in the building. Try it, you won't regret it. more

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3 of 5 stars
Haifa, Israel
31 Mar 2007
3/3 found this review helpful

maybe the name was left from the good old days but Today "Mercado Central" is a group of resturants between fish shops. The fish fragrance is all over the place. The dishes are big and prices are moderate. Take it with a smile and enjoy the moment. more

27 Mar 2007
2/4 found this review helpful

Tourist Trap. There is nothing to buy here in this 'market' except random fruits of the sea. Let's put it this way, no locals are doing their shopping there. This place is full of great restaurants, but not exactly trendy. more

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5 of 5 stars
Tampa, Florida
10 Nov 2006
9/9 found this review helpful

The central market is an old-fashioned grocery store, set in an architectural wonder. The outer ring contains myriads of butcher shops. Seafood shops piled high with fresh local catch abound iInside the main building. But the real attractions are the restaurants in the central area. I live in Florida, and I know good seafood ... and you will rarely, if... more

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Central Market (Mercado Central) Address

Ismael Valdes Vergara 900, Santiago, Chile
Tel: 2/696-8327