La Excusa is the gastronomic wild card of the village of José Ignacio: in the morning it's a coffeehouse with good coffee, pastries and unhurried breakfasts; in the afternoon it's a stop for a snack; and at night it turns into a bar with wood-fired pizzas, drinks and live music — especially in the busy weeks after Christmas, when DJs and musicians pass through its garden.

That flexible format makes it one of the few places in the village where you can drop in at any hour without a plan and something is always on: an outdoor table, a flat white or a pizza to share. The vibe is easygoing and young, less formal than the area's top restaurants. Check their Instagram for the music lineup and current hours.