Parador La Huella

Uruguayan restaurant · Garzón

Parador La Huella

Uruguayan restaurant · Garzón

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Los Cisnes, 20402 Faro de José Ignacio, Departamento de Maldonado, Uruguay

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Parador La Huella is the ultimate laid-back beachside eatery in José Ignacio, where the fresh seafood, wood-fired pizzas, and stunning ocean views create a buzz among chic diners.  

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Los Cisnes, 20402 Faro de José Ignacio, Departamento de Maldonado, Uruguay Get directions

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Los Cisnes, 20402 Faro de José Ignacio, Departamento de Maldonado, Uruguay Get directions

+598 4486 2279
paradorlahuella.com
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Tony ate with the owners of this place. They had whole fish baked in salt, rib-eye steak, flank steak, suckling pig.

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"Rank: #28 "The ultimate in stylised beachside eating, Parador La Huella’s repertoire in grilled seafood led by Vanessa González is second to none, making it a regular summer spot for trendy visitors from Argentina, Brazil, Chile and beyond."

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@travelleisure

Guide to Uruguay's Punta del Este, José Ignacio, and Wine Country

"The most successful restaurant in the area is, without question, La Huella. Designed to look and feel like a boathouse, with a thatched roof, sand-dusted wooden deck flooring, and a staff of perfect-looking, evenly tanned twentysomethings, it's probably the most painstakingly curated simulacrum of effortlessness you'll ever see. It's also the hardest table to score in the busy months of January and February." - Travel + Leisure Editors

https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/uruguay-punta-del-este-jose-ignacio-wine-country
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@cntraveler

Alan Faena Creates La Vie Bohème in José Ignacio, Uruguay

"Good food has been the social glue in these parts since a young Francis Mallmann turned up in the late ’70s; the Michelin-starred chef still has a restaurant in the town of Garzón, and his former protégés can be found at their own restaurants cooking fresh-caught brótola or locally raised lamb inside wood-fired ovens."

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Matias Infeld Caballier

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This trendy restaurant offers an exceptional beachfront dining experience. Ranked among Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants, it is renowned for its grilled seafood and relaxed yet refined atmosphere . The restaurant’s signature dessert, the dulce de leche volcano, is a must-try. Come early in summer, it can get really busy.

marius bompa

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We have been here 5 times. Each time was very good. Great atmosphere and good service despite waiting time.

Andrea Carolina Bustos

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It is a really nice restaurant with a nice venue, next to the sand and to the beach. The food and service worth it. The music also was great!

JW Hill

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Parador La Huella, located on Playa Brava in José Ignacio, Uruguay, is widely celebrated as one of the country’s best dining spots and ranks among Latin America’s top 50 restaurants. Known for its casual yet chic beachfront atmosphere, it offers stunning ocean views and an innovative menu focusing on seafood, grilled meats, and fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Signature dishes include grilled squid, octopus, and their iconic dulce de leche volcano for dessert. The restaurant is led by Chef Vanessa González, who has been with La Huella since its early days. Its setting—a wooden structure nestled in the sand dunes—makes it a must-visit destination for those seeking relaxed yet refined dining. It has also gained international acclaim, inspiring a sister restaurant, Quinto La Huella, in Miami  . If you’re in the area, reservations are recommended, especially during peak season, as it is a favorite among both locals and tourists.

AnnMarie Croswell

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Cool vibe, amazing scene… food and service even better. The award winning dulce con leche volcano dessert cannot be missed!

Jessica Mayoral

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We had to try this Uruguayan classic, and we were not disappointed. Fantastic location in front of the beach, great vibe, delicious food, and wine. We had an amazing evening and can't wait to be back. Price: decent prices for the place, quality and location Service: great service, everyone made aure we had a good time Food: fresh and delicious. Wine selection is great with good prices too Ambience: couldn't ask for better place to enjoy an evening. We went for lunch

Steffonn Chan

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Sunday is supposedly sushi day, where they have a professional sushi chef preparing locally sourced fish. Had the Lisa sashimi. Was delicious but seemed a bit overpriced. The lava cake filled with Dulce de Luche is a nice Uruguayan adaptation... And perhaps better than the original with chocolate. It's a fun, cozy and lively atmosphere in here. Everyone here seems to be in good mood from all the staff to all the people of all ages coming and going. Seems to attract a more ritzy yet warm crowd.

Nicole D.

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Nice restaurant, with the vibes of Uruguay… rustic and sophisticate, the meat was very tender and delicious with a lot of flavour from spices - which I love - the dessert, a dulce de leche petit gateau, was incredible! Their selection of draft beer was also amazing, but it was expensive - more than I believe should for what it was! But definitely nice and a hype place