La Terraza occupies a corner spot near the plaza with outdoor seating — unusual for Copiapó, where the midday sun makes most cafés retreat indoors. In the evenings, when the heat drops, the outdoor tables are pleasant and the view across toward the cathedral is good. The menu covers coffee, cocktails, and a short food menu of sandwiches and snacks. Popular with the Universidad de Atacama crowd in the evenings and a reliable spot for a pre-dinner drink.