Located on the top floor of the W Santiago Hotel, Red2One is widely considered as one of the best rooftop bars in the city. Offering a bird's eye view of the city, this bar allows guests to feel on top of the world, quite literally. The chic decor, plush furnishings, comfortable seating options and sophisticated environs, makes Red2One a highly sought after destination for Santiago's rich and affluent. The bar has an eclectic selection of international spirits along with an array of signature handcrafted cocktails such as the Back Flip, Kappa Mule, Fruitillar and Lynchburg W. Light snacks, salads, sandwiches and small plates are also served here.

Situated on the main street of Providencia alongside many other restaurants, pubs and cafés, this traditional Chilean bar was opened in 1990 by the Cicali Genoese family. Popular with Chilean artists and intellectuals, as well as foreigners, the bar is decorated in a rustic style with antique photographs, furniture and paintings. A terrace facing the street is a popular spot to have a beer alfresco. There is also a huge selection of Chilean wines and liquors and a diverse menu featuring soups, sandwiches, pastas, fish dishes and grilled meats.

La Casa En El Aire was opened in 1993 by its owners who had been exiled from Colombia. Paying tribute to revolutionaries of the people, the bar has photos of people like Che Guevara and folk art on the walls. There is a decent selection of drinks and some food in case you get hungry. But the real draw of Casa En El Aire is the live music that plays nightly.

Chipe Libre is a trendy bar and restaurant specializing in Pisco. Besides the usual varieties, you'll find some creative cocktails on the menu here, including the Woodstock, which is made with purple corn syrup, grapefruit juice, and thyme. To go with your drink, definitely order the ceviche. Visit for a drink and you'll soon be calling yourself a citizen of this "republic."

Located right in the heart of Santiago, Bocanariz is a definitively modern hybrid wine store and wine bar showcasing Chile's huge selection of wines. Over three hundred different labels occupy the shelves at this impressive shop, every region of the country represented across myriad varietals. A restaurant offering entrees and appetizers that pair perfectly with the wines in stock makes for a great way to sample the full breadth of the collection. For a little additional education, the Bocanariz flight allows you to select several wines to taste in order to experience the subtle differences between the vast wine-growing regions of Chile.

Restaurante Sarita Colonia is a charming Peruvian restaurant. The place is a haunt for locals but it welcomes travelers with equal warmth. Their menu is creative with attention to classic Peruvian dishes which come to your table looking like a work of art. Come to Restaurante Sarita Colonia in the evening, when the indoor is lit with yellow lights and the patio exudes a romantic vibe.