Baco Vino y Bistro

The 23 Essential Montevideo Restaurants

"French bistro Baco sends out the best steak tartare in Montevideo. The first international outpost of the famous restaurant by the same name in Santiago, Chile, Montevideo’s Baco is run by Sophie Le Baux — daughter of founder Frédéric — and her Argentinean husband Matías Fasolo. The vibe is similar to the Chilean original: Wine boxes decorate the walls, and handwritten messages to guests are everywhere. Dishes are always well-executed and accompanied by a wide selection of high-end wines by the glass. The creamy bone marrow, steak with bearnaise sauce and pont neuf potatoes, beef bourguignon, and varied selection of cheeses are also worth trying. From the dessert menu, the creme brulee is a must, as is the house-made ice cream. — MB" - Marcela Baruch, Nell McShane Wulfhart