Punta del Diablo Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Punta del Diablo

February 24, 2018 Chanda Heide

Punta del Diablo is a village and seaside locality in Uruguay, Rocha Department, 298 kilometres (185 mi) east from the capital Montevideo. According to the 2004 census, its permanent population consisted of 389 inhabitants, mostly fishermen and artisans, while during high tourism season, the population swells to approximately 25,000, mostly with Argentinians, Brazilians and Europeans on holiday. As with the country it is located in, the primary language spoken in Punta del Diablo is Spanish. In 2008 it was named by the magazine "Lonely Planet" as one of the top 20 places to visit and invest.
Things to do in Punta del Diablo

1. Al Pairo

Punta del Diablo, Uruguay Lunch, Dinner
Excellent
46%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
5%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 68 reviews

Al Pairo

Reviewed By AHA2006 - New York City, New York

We were specifically looking for a seafood restaurant to try out any fresh catch of the day in town. We read through the TA reviews of the more fancy and expensive restaurants but often they came with mixed reviews. We passed by Al Pairo earlier and thought to give it a try. Not disappointed at all! We had brotola a la plancha (panfried) and a la vasca (tomato and garlic sauce) and both came out nicely done. Simple yet tasty. With a glass of wine and a soda, total $26 with tips. Very reasonable price and very glad we stopped by. Service was prompt too. Credit card accepted.

2. La Viuda del Diablo

San Martin, Playa de la Viuda, Punta del Diablo 10100, Uruguay Reservations Dinner, Drinks +598 98 640 792
Excellent
40%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 47 reviews

La Viuda del Diablo

Reviewed By Annette C - Montevideo, Uruguay

The restaurant was beautiful decorated and comfortable for couples mostly, only 9 tables but also have tables outside on a deck on the sand. The staff was very friendly and the atmosphere very causal and sort of romantic looking at the sunset.

3. Panes & peces

Calle No 3 y Calle No 12, Punta del Diablo 27204, Uruguay Takeout, Reservations, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi South American Breakfast, Drinks, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +598 91 606 132
Excellent
46%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 189 reviews

Panes & peces

Reviewed By Mei L - Hong Kong, China

After coming across a ton of rave reviews of Panes y Peces online, I was excited to try the restaurant out. I even walked from one end of town to the other to get to Panes y Peces. Sure, the food was delicious, the service decent and the ambience nice, but hardly enough to write home about. I've dined at better middle-class restaurants across South America.
I know everything is expensive in Uruguay during summer so I was expecting the bill when it arrived. I am just saying that the prices of the dishes do not justify the portion size or quality. The banana flambé with ice cream (USD7) was a skinny little banana sliced into half and served with the tiniest scoop of ice cream. My main, the grilled fish was served with roast potatoes that were dry and rather tasteless. And the bread basket was not accompanied by olive oil or butter. Condiments like salt and pepper were also not laid out on the tables.
Overall, while promising and probably one of the better restaurants in town, it could've been a better meal. You're not missing out on anything even if you don't get to try Panes y Peces.

4. Il Tano Cucina

Calle 5 y Calle 20, Punta del Diablo 27204, Uruguay Takeout, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean, European, International, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +598 96 589 389
Excellent
53%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
6%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 549 reviews

Il Tano Cucina

Reviewed By mosqueteiro - Paris, France

Great chipirones, excelent wine! BUT, such bland entree... No seasoning.. good service though.. put the season from the chipirones in the rest of the dishes! ;)

5. Costa Mar

Calle Principal, Punta del Diablo 27204, Uruguay Argentinean, South American Lunch
Excellent
34%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
6%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 29 reviews

Costa Mar

Reviewed By k s

We had a brownie, a coffee and some licuados here. The coffee was decent, the brownie and the licuados were really good. Service was excellent.

6. Resto Pub 70

Avda de los pescadores s/n | Cercano a Destacamento de Prefectura, Punta del Diablo 27204, Uruguay Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Italian, Mediterranean, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +598 99 317 629
Excellent
59%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 240 reviews

Resto Pub 70

Reviewed By fenjasepers - Guayaquil, Ecuador

Resto Pub 70 is a nice place to drink a wine, hang out with friends and eat great Uruguayan homemade pasta. Prices are very reasonable for Uruguayan standards and there is a great selection to choose from. We love this place!

7. Cero Stress

Avenida de Los Pescadores, Punta del Diablo 27204, Uruguay Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi Latin, Seafood, Vegetarian Friendly Drinks, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +598 4477 2220
Excellent
32%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 333 reviews

Cero Stress

especialidad en mariscos y pescados frente al mar con musica en vivo y buenos tragos En el corazon del pueblo

Reviewed By Chris P - Mont Tremblant, Canada

This is a gem especially if you go when there is a full moon. This funky little place is by the seaside and serves fresh fish in large quantities. Go for a meal or a drink and relax. Prices are reasonable and service is very good. On Saturday evening there is usually a live band. It really is "zero stress" like every thing else in Punta del Diablo.

8. Franca Restaurante

Calle N0 20 | Esquina 7, Punta del Diablo 27204, Uruguay Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi Latin, Seafood, South American, International, Mediterranean Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks HK$118 - HK$706 +598 4477 2882
Excellent
63%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 271 reviews

Franca Restaurante

Franca Restaurante is located in the best point of Punta del Diablo, Uruguay. With a prefer view, you will be able to enjoy the best international cucine and bar. We will especting this season to share and taste our menu. Franca Team.

Reviewed By ToTrebor - Toronto, Canada

First night went to Il Tano, second to Franca. Both worth going to. Excellent ceviche to start. Had the corvina as a main - very good. Staff advised us that the other fish not that good that day. Seafood risotto excellent. Very helpful staff who have good English.

9. Arrai Beach Bar

Playa Del Rivero, Punta del Diablo 27204, Uruguay Parking Available, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Takeout South American, Latin, Bar, Seafood, Brazilian, Spanish, Gastropub, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks HK$16 - HK$157
Excellent
78%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 183 reviews

Arrai Beach Bar

Since Dec 2010 Arrai Beach Bar is definitely a meeting point in Punta del Diablo. Its panoramic Terrace offers the best view towards the hill of the Fishermen, the rocky point and the hill of the Rivero simultaneously. A simple menu with original dishes, made with fresh products accompany this wonderful environment. Arrai means fish in Basque, summarizes the main characteristics of this place, highlights the owners' Basque descent, a rich menu of seafood and the history of the fishing village. The musical selections and their live shows stand out above the rest. Spanish, English and Portugues is spoken

Reviewed By danci3 - Berlin, Germany

Great food and drinks! We had fish and salat, perfect. Good view! Lovely hosts aswell, even the music was good.

10. Ethos - Punta del Diablo

Simon Bolivar Esq Roosevelt, Punta del Diablo 27204, Uruguay Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards Sushi, Spanish, Mexican, Peruvian, South American Lunch HK$39 - HK$196
Excellent
35%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
5%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 34 reviews

Ethos - Punta del Diablo

Reviewed By Maria C - Florida, Florida, Uruguay

Fuimos con un grupo de amigos a cenar, luego de que todos habíamos ordenado nuestros platos, la chica que atiende vino a decir que que dos platos de los encargados no los podian servir porque no les quedaba los ingredientes que necesarios. No tenían refrescos en general, algunos amigos tomaron vino, cuando pidieron otra botella no les quedaba mas. La verdad no recomiendo este lugar.

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