Top Restaurants in Jose Ignacio
Top Things to do in Jose Ignacio
Most Popular South American food in Jose Ignacio, Maldonado Department, Uruguay
Find out what South American restaurants to try in Jose Ignacio including La Balsa, La Susana, La Balsa, La Caracola, Destino Sushi Bar, Popeye, El Chiringo Anastasio, Restaurante El Molino, Barra Alta, La Balsa
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10. La Balsa
Overall Ratings
4 based on 57 reviews
Parador "la balsa". Propuesta temática que pretende rescatar parte de la escencia de este mágico lugar, del que estamos felices de habitar y cuidar. Contamos con una réplica exacta de la balsa que por muchÃsimos años estuvo uniendo las dos márgenes de la
Reviewed By nancym910
We were staying nearby and the hotel recommended La Balsa. We were so pleasantly surprised. It has wonderful outside seating. We had the fixed menu which was rabas, corvino and a passionfruit mousse for dessert. The fish was delicious but the accompanying vegetables were spectacular. The service was excellent and very friendly. We had a wonderful lunch and recommend La Balsa.
9. Barra Alta
Overall Ratings
3 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By lechuzon
convenient location for us since we can walk from our home; on busy main street, no view other than people and cars. Fresh, unpretentious décor. Food can be very good. Good wine selection. When it's busy, waitresses tend to get overwhelmed. If you get the owner, she doesn't mind voicing her opinion (which is useful if you are not sure what to order) but when the staff tries to do it, too, it doesn't work as well, they lack the je-ne-sais-pas that you need to get away with it. All in all, I would recommend the place to friends.
8. Restaurante El Molino
Overall Ratings
4 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By 360nicklasw
A beautiful place in a beautiful village. Sit indoors or in the garden or look at the non existing traffic if you sit outdoors.Food is also very well and rustic and the owner takes great care of his guests.Makes u wanna go back.
7. El Chiringo Anastasio
Beach Bar in the most stunning beach of José Ignacio. Great food and drinks to make your day at the beach unique. Enjoy fresh mediterranean food in a small venue that combines a lovely atmosphere and the best staff.
Reviewed By WanderlustBR
à um bar de praia, com serviço tanto nos guarda-sóis quando em cadeiras próprias. Lugar simpático, com alguns petiscos muito bons. Cerveja gelada e serviço muito simpático. Bom para passar horas frente ao mar.
6. Popeye
Overall Ratings
4 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By never2late
This small, unpretentious and informal restaurant was a very pleasant discovery in the fashionable seaside village of Jose Ignacio ( it is listed in Tripadvisor as Maldonado - which is the state and therefore unfortunately won't be found by searching for restaurant listings in the town). Fast service is unusual in Uruguay and the fact this was linked to extremely professional and friendly staff was a bonus. The fish (sole) was fresh and beautifully cooked, the steak was excellent. The locally made strawberry ice cream was rich with the flavour of natural fruit rather than any additives. The owners deserve top marks for taking great care with all aspects of this simple and delightful business. Prices in Jose Ignacio are higher than average for Uruguay but here the bill was very fair.
5. Destino Sushi Bar
Overall Ratings
5 based on 23 reviews
Sushi bar, consulta nuestra carta de cocina diaria. Delivery, takeaway y servicio de catering. Abierto todo el año, (menos mayo)
Reviewed By fernandocE9816AZ
the most delicious sushi we ate in José Ignacio! The delivery worked perfectly. Highly recommended and accompanied by a nice wine.FernandoThank you for your feedback!Hope to see you soon. Regards. Destino Team.
4. La Caracola
Overall Ratings
5 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By Jose K
I am starting to have doubts about this place, once among my favorites in the world. Food is still good- smaller portions,it's true. Drinks are a lot worse than in the past, as is the limited wine selection. But service has really deteriorated a lot: toilets had no water and/or were dirty, they were poorly prepared for rain, the awnings were full of holes and could not properly protect clients from the water. Additionally, the manager wanted to leave the place before the clients. As $160/person, I would (and do) expect a lot more. Maybe they should get back to basics and do an internship with La Huella folks!
3. La Balsa
Overall Ratings
4 based on 57 reviews
Parador "la balsa". Propuesta temática que pretende rescatar parte de la escencia de este mágico lugar, del que estamos felices de habitar y cuidar. Contamos con una réplica exacta de la balsa que por muchÃsimos años estuvo uniendo las dos márgenes de la
Reviewed By nancym910
We were staying nearby and the hotel recommended La Balsa. We were so pleasantly surprised. It has wonderful outside seating. We had the fixed menu which was rabas, corvino and a passionfruit mousse for dessert. The fish was delicious but the accompanying vegetables were spectacular. The service was excellent and very friendly. We had a wonderful lunch and recommend La Balsa.
2. La Susana
Overall Ratings
4 based on 427 reviews
Reviewed By bigmantonyd
La Susana appears to be associated with the luxury resort, El Secreto. The crowd here is mostly English-speaking and clearly wealthy. It seems to be a place people come to see and be seen. The food is definitely secondary to the atmosphere.The food itself isn't bad but nothing special. The portion sizes are generous and the menu has something for everyone. The drink menu is extensive and they were happy to accommodate my bespoke drink request. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The only issue is that the flavors were muted and unimpressive, despite everything being cooked properly (not overdone or undercooked).I've also seen a number of reviews mentioning the view, which I find a bit confusing. Although the restaurant is on the beach, it doesn't have a view of the ocean. There is a large dune blocking view of the ocean from the vast majority of the restaurant. It's nice to have your feet in the sand, but there's no sweeping view of the ocean as other reviews seem to mention.
Best Mediterranean food near Jose Ignacio, Maldonado Department, Uruguay
1. La Balsa
Overall Ratings
4 based on 57 reviews
Parador "la balsa". Propuesta temática que pretende rescatar parte de la escencia de este mágico lugar, del que estamos felices de habitar y cuidar. Contamos con una réplica exacta de la balsa que por muchÃsimos años estuvo uniendo las dos márgenes de la
Reviewed By nancym910
We were staying nearby and the hotel recommended La Balsa. We were so pleasantly surprised. It has wonderful outside seating. We had the fixed menu which was rabas, corvino and a passionfruit mousse for dessert. The fish was delicious but the accompanying vegetables were spectacular. The service was excellent and very friendly. We had a wonderful lunch and recommend La Balsa.
Top 10 Seafood food in Jose Ignacio, Maldonado Department, Uruguay
