Chile Lindo – Mexican
Chile Lindo invites guests into a vibrant celebration of Chilean soul, where the golden, flaky crusts of hand-folded empanadas give way to savory fillings like the traditional Pino or the smoky, spiced heat of Merkén. The air is rich with the comforting aroma of sweet corn from bubbling bowls of Pastel de Choclo, while bright, zesty spoonfuls of house-made pebre add a refreshing kick to every authentic bite. It is a cozy haven where the warmth of South American hospitality meets bold, rustic flavors, creating an experience that feels like a flavorful escape to the heart of Santiago.
2943, 16th Street http://chilelindo.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, low-carb, high-protein, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, plant-based, low-sodium, heart-healthy, low-fat, high-fiber, south-beach, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, atkins, low-cholesterol, alkaline, zone, volumetrics, tlc, carnivore, aip, slow-carb, macrobiotic, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Empanadas
Artisanal Chilean empanadas baked fresh daily with hand-kneaded dough.
- Classic Pino - $10: Certified Angus beef, onions, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, raisins, black olive, and a slice of hard-boiled egg. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goooool al Merkén - $10: Certified Angus beef, onions, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, black olive, a slice of hard-boiled egg, and smoky Mapuche spice (Merkén). Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo - $10: Roasted Mary's organic chicken marinated in rosemary and fresh oregano, onions, salt, pepper, raisins, sliced green olives, and a slice of hard-boiled egg. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jamón y Queso - $10: Ham, mozzarella, and cheddar cheese with a jalapeño kick. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilanga - $10: Mozzarella and cheddar cheese with a jalapeño kick. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan - $10: Plant-based ground, onions, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, raisins, and a black olive. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cocktail Empanadas - $4.95: Two-bite size versions of traditional fillings. Pre-order only. Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Pastel de Choclo - $29.95: Chilean corn casserole with seasoned ground beef, onions, garlic, bell peppers, raisins, black olives, hard-boiled egg, and Mary's organic chicken thigh, topped with ground corn and Italian basil. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Pebre (2 oz) - $0.5: Mild Chilean salsa with yellow chili peppers, onions, garlic, tomatoes, fresh cilantro, bell pepper, salt, olive oil, and lemon. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Pebre (14 oz) - $6: Mild Chilean salsa with yellow chili peppers, onions, garlic, tomatoes, fresh cilantro, bell pepper, salt, olive oil, and lemon. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline
Desserts
- Meringue Kisses with Manjar - $2.5: Delicate meringue kisses joined by creamy manjar (Chilean dulce de leche). Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chilean Alfajores - $8: Homemade baked wafers joined by manjar and rolled in coconut flakes. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Principes - $10: Crisp baked wafer shells filled with manjar and topped with soft meringue. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Milhojas Cake (Slice) - $10: Flaky puff pastry layered with manjar and crushed walnuts. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Milhojas Cake (Small) - $60: Serves 20+. Flaky puff pastry layered with manjar and crushed walnuts. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Milhojas Cake (Large) - $120: Serves 35+. Flaky puff pastry layered with manjar and crushed walnuts. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pineapple Chantilly Cake (Large) - $95: Sponge cake layered with manjar, fresh whipped Chantilly cream, and pineapple chunks. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Meringue Chantilly Cake (Small) - $45: Meringue discs layered with fresh whipped Chantilly cream and fresh raspberries. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Meringue Chantilly Cake (Large) - $85: Meringue discs layered with fresh whipped Chantilly cream and fresh raspberries. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Coke Classic - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Diet Coke - $2
- Sprite - $2
- Bottled Coke - $3.5: Classic cola flavor in a bottle. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Bottled Fanta - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- San Pellegrino - $2.5
- Coconut Water - $3.5: Refreshing and hydrating young coconut water. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Topo Chico - $3.5
- Bottled Water - $2
Restaurants near Chile Lindo
- Tacolicious — Mexican
- Pancho Villa — Mexican
- Taqueria El Buen Sabor — Mexican
- Taqueria Cancun — Mexican
- Panchitas — Mexican
- Loló — Mexican
- Santeria — Mexican
- Estela's Fresh Sandwiches — Mexican
- Taqueria El Farolito — Mexican
- Taqueria El Farolito — Mexican
- La Palma Mexicatessen — Mexican
- Tio Chilo's Grill — Mexican
