Uruguay reflects European traditions in some of its cuisine, as well as influences from neighboring countries. Like Argentina to the south, Uruguay's parrillas are popular eating places, where meat and seafood are tradtionally prepared and served.
1. Ristorante Panini
Address: Bacacay 1339, on SarandiItalian restaurant with freshly prepared innovative pastas, nice presentation and local wines. Considered the best Italian restaurant in Montevideo.
2. Don Peperone
Address: Montevideo Shopping Center or Old Town (Cuidad Vieja)Pasta, pizza, salads, parrilladas, local wines and traditional desserts.
3. El Fogon
Address: San José 1080Traditional parrillada and seafood restaurant, popular for lunch or late night dinners.
4. El Callejón
Address: Cuiduad ViejaCozy bar and restaurant suitable for business lunches and a pub at night.
5. Mercado del Puerto
Address: Perez Castellano and PiedrasOnce a train station, the building now houses numberous restaurants serving traditional cuisine, parrilladas, steak, chicken, pork, and seafood dishes. Try El Tiburon.
6. Las Picapiedras
Address: Arocena, CarrascoHuge portions of food of typical South American cuisine.
7. Las Brasas
Address: San Jose 909Costilla al lomo (T‹bone steak) and excellent seafood are well known on their menu.
8. Restaurant Dackel
Address: Dr. Gabriel Otero 6438, CarrascoGerman restaurant with tradiional German cuisine.
9. El Abasto Parilla
Address: Bacacay 1309 (near Sarandi)Busy indoor/outdoor casual spot, good after Teatro Solís performances.
10. Arcadia
Address: Plaza Independencia 759"This elegant restaurant atop the Plaza Victoria is a quiet paradise and the best restaurant in Montevideo."
