FOOD

JOSE IGNACIO

  • CALMA PASTELERÍA

    Pastry chef Guadalupe Cuenca whips up delicious takeaway treats out of her pint-sized roadside bakery in La Juanita.JOSÉ IGNACIO

    JOSÉ IGNACIO

    @calma.pasteleria

  • CRUZ DEL SUR

    Cruz del Sur’s breezy restaurant on the main plaza features an organic gour- met menu from its farm to your table, for a health-conscious in-crowd.

    JOSÉ IGNACIO

    LAS GARZAS + SAINZ MARTÍNEZ

    CRUZDELSURFARM.COM

    +598 93357571

  • DESTINO SUSHI & WOK

    For sushi from sunset onward, this laid-back La Juanita favorite delivers stylish fresh sea treasures from owners Fabiana Pérez, Diego Barca and team.

    JOSÉ IGNACIO/ LA JUANITA

    REPÚBLICA ARGENTINA, ENTRE HÉCTOR SORIA + LAS FOCAS

    @DESTINOSUSHIWOK

    +598 44862886

  • LA COMUNAL CANTINA MODERNA

    Set in a forest of pine and acacia, this mod canteen by Uruguayan chef Álvaro Martinez is the place to gather and feast by candlelight – with two communal tables, living room deck, garden, and the new Piso 1 private terrace (reservation-only).

    JOSÉ IGNACIO / LA JUANITA

    CALLE LOBOS ENTRE RUTA 10 + CAMINO SAINZ MARTÍNEZ

    @LACOMUNALUY

    +54 91166751539

  • LA SUSANA BEACH CLUB AND BAR

    Sand, sun, and a where-to-be-seen scene has La Susana hopping during summer high season, with its post-beach vibe and a trusty menu of fresh fish, killer desserts, and creative cocktails.

    JOSÉ IGNACIO

    RUTA 10, KM 192.5

    LASUSANA.COM

    +598 95192555

  • MARISMO

    Chill in the sand, under summer skies at this laid-back José Ignacio classic just outside the village, where Federico Desseno’s seasonal delights roll out of a wood-fired oven.

    JOSÉ IGNACIO

    LA FAROLA + COSTA BLANCA

    RESTAURANTMARISMO.COM

    +598 44862273

  • MOSTRADOR SANTA TERESITA

    From blazing-hot chef Fernando Trocca, this beachy-chic mostrador that sits one block from the sea, boasts a casual counter of some of the best salads and pastries in the area.

    JOSÉ IGNACIO

    RUTA 10, PLAYA EL PEPE

    @SANTA.TERESITA

    +598 95002765

  • PANADERÍA JOSÉ IGNACIO

    Run into anyone and everyone at this cool bakery-café, where daily delights include mouthwatering croissants, cortados, and gourmet greens fresh from the owner’s organic garden.

    JOSÉ IGNACIO

    RUTA 10 + CAMINO ING. SAINZ MARTÍNEZ

    @PANADERIAJI

    +598 95247502

  • SOLERA ALMACÉN DE VINOS Y BAR DE TAPAS

    Soledad and Fernando dish up tapas, serve vino, and counsel on the best cellars in Uruguay at this charming little roadside joint, which also sells a carefully curated selection of wine.

    JOSÉ IGNACIO

    ING. SAINZ MARTINEZ + LOS LOBOS

    SOLERA.UY

    +598 44862167

  • PARADOR LA HUELLA

    The pulse of Jose Ignacio’s beach scene beats from this legendary establishment, where beautiful globetrotters mix with sun-kissed South Americans for fire-roasted plates and the simple fantasy-life vibe.

    JOSÉ IGNACIO

    CALLE LAS CALANDRIAS + CALLE DE LOS CISNES

    PARADORLAHUELLA.COM

    +598 93544898

LA BARRA

  • CAFÉ EL TESORO

    Splurge on the dishy designs at TRES MUNDOS, then treat yourself to the succulent tastes at the stylish shop’s café, featuring home- made bread, pastries, and plenty of vegan and gluten-free options.

    LA BARRA

    JOSÉ MARÍA AGUILAR + COSTANERA A LA BARRA

    3MUNDOS.COM.UY

    +598 42771732

  • CAFÉ ZINC + SALÓN NO. 3

    Locally sourced food and vintage furnishings converge behind the Trading Post shop, sister of Casa Zinc around the corner.

    LA BARRA

    RUTA 10 + CAMINO EGUZQUIZA

    @SALONNUMERO3COMEDOR

    +598 97 106 648

Manantiales

  • LA LINDA BAKERY

    A gathering place for family and friends, La Linda bakery treats visitors to freshly baked sourdough breads, exceptional pastries, savoury empanadas, and sandwiches that pair perfectly with the finest coffee in town.

    MANANTIALES

    MONTEVIDEO + 18 DE JULIO

    LALINDABAKERY.COM

    +598 42775224