El Italiano
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Starting with the unpretentious, relaxed atmosphere close to the ocean, El Italiano is an ideal place for a delicious culinary experience. My wife and I visited this past weekend while vacationing in Montevideo. It was her suggestion to go, and I am so happy she mentioned it. The staff were very friendly and helpful, as well as many being bilingual. That was a great help, as we both lack Spanish proficiency. Helping us to identify the meal we wanted based on online photos was service above and beyond. The food itself was impressive. We had a thick and savory seafood stew, absolutely loaded with shrimp, calamari and mussels in a rich tomato-based sauce. Bread served with creamy garlic butter made the perfect accompaniment and was great for dipping in the sauce as well. We have healthy appetites, and though they had some beautiful desserts on display, we were unable to partake due to being completely full after the dinner. Overall, a wonderful and memorable experience that we will cherish as we continue our global travels.
Michael CoffeyMichael Coffey
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Went on a windy cold winter night. Atmosphere was very classy. Service was excellent, wine was delicious. We asked for a selection so we can try a few things and our server helped us pick the perfect combination. The octopus was once of the best I ever had, the fried calamary was the best I've had, and the fish was perfectly done. Coffee and desert followed. The flan and dolce de leche was great the other two cakes were a bit too frozen, but we enjoyed them nevertheless. My friends who were local said three places is great during nicer weather with sitting out side, but plan on sinners wait for a table. Highly recommend this restaurant.
Andre PreneurAndre Preneur
10
Great location near the sea, average interior, male washroom in rather poor condition. Service of seemingly recently employed person refreshingly friendly and efficient. Before meal offered bread cold, unappealing and tasteless. 'Ensalada Completa' large, without touch of freshness or crunchiness. The very generous portion of Wok salmon OK, accompanying vegetables overcooked. Fried shrimps with teriyaki sauce: breaded crumbs outside appealing, warm and crunchy; shrimps inside undercooked and cold. Highlight of todays lunch was the 2017 Emilia Nieto Senetiner Malbec from Argentina. Altogether a mediocre experience in a great location; not recommend for foodies. (As often the case in 'fancy' places where they add a completely invented 'cover charge' the waiter asked to pay the tip in cash and not to add it to the card payment... "store policy")
Emil WyssEmil Wyss
30
My boyfriend and I had lunch here yesterday and it's absolutely lovely. We loved the Red fruits Cheesecake which was delicious and a fairly big portion, same with the Grilled swordfish (that we appreciate wasn't salty). Fernando and the new girl in trainings were specially attentive and sympathetic with us, made the experience much more enjoyable if not distinctive. We could talk long without feeling rushed in any way which we also appreciated greatly. We'll surely be coming back again soon. Btw, we suggest you to try Juan Carrau Sauvignon Blanc and Vegetables mix for Guarnicion.
ElianElian
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This restaurant is located right where the fishing boats bring their daily catches of fresh fish. This restaurant is absolutely the best seafood restaurant in Uruguay. They offer indoor and outdoor dining. Although they seat up to 200+ patrons, please call for a reservation because they are always busy. Yes, they food is so good, they are always swamped. They serve a large specialty platter of assorted seafood, called the "Sinfonia" will take care of the whole family, and it is mouth watering. The picture below is a 1/2 "Sinfonia". Enjoy!
Paul TurmanPaul Turman
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This Restaurant was really tasty fresh seafood and the pasta was amazing so good I forgot to take a pick if your looking for a great Italian meal with the emphasis on seafood this is definitely the place also the Flan was the best part of the whole meal don’t miss out desserts I’m from the 🇺🇸 and I’m visiting Uruguay and I’m glad I stumbled across this restaurant I highly recommend it
Luke ZLuke Z
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Montevideo Shopping Center
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Puertito del, Av. República Federal de Alemania Esquina, 11300 Montevideo, Departamento de Montevideo, Uruguay
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attractions: Montevideo Shopping Center, Montevideo Letters, Hyatt Centric Montevideo, Hilton Garden Inn Montevideo, Palladium Business Hotel, Entertainment Maroñas - Montevideo Shopping, After Hotel, Maritime Museum of Montevideo, Rambla de Pocitos, Hotel Costanero Mvd - Mgallery, restaurants: Don Peperone, Tres Fuegos, Hard Rock Cafe, Chiviteria Marcos, McDonald’s, Piso 40 Club de Ejecutivos de Montevideo, Domino’s Pizza, Plantado Restaurant, Starbucks, Cauce Restaurante
