punta del este at the Uruguay is the list of destinations desired by Brazilians for the New Year’s Eve good years ago. Located in the region of maldonado which also includes La Barra and José Ignácio – with great options for restaurants and beach clubs during the day -, the city attracts tourists from different parts of the world for its beautiful landscapes, gastronomy and excited public to wait for the coming year.
Punta has a beach on each side: on one, Brava (surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean) and, on the other, Mansa (a bay bathed by the Rio de la Plata).
After almost three years of the pandemic, the destination is once again on the wish list for New Year’s Eve 🇧🇷 That’s because the trendy and luxurious parties, with renowned DJs, are back with everything to wait for 2023. Many restaurants and bars also make their “pop up” versions and stay during the busy period and high season.
Check out tips on what to do, where to eat and what are the main parties that will take place in the Punta del Este 2022/2033 season:
New Year’s Eve La Fiesta
New Year’s Eve La Fiesta is one of the most traditional in Punta Del Este. Also organized by Brazilians, it will have fireworks and a view of the sea. O open food it will be in the scheme finger, with fruit table options, pastas and risottos, salads, mini hamburgers, mini pizzas and desserts. It will happen in Uncle Tom Hotel, in solanas 🇧🇷
The musical attractions are from Brazilian DJs and an Englishman. Edi Zerg, Di Paulo and Andy Warburton are confirmed. Tickets can be purchased on the official website and start at R$ 1,300 (plus fees). Prices may change.
New Year’s Eve Punta
With three days of programming in different places, the New Year’s Eve Punta promises to impress guests with its structure and organization. On the 27th, “Artsy” will take place at Pablo Atchugarry Foundation 🇧🇷
On the 29th, the Forest Fasano Las Piedras will receive the Detraque. The most anticipated one, on December 31, will also take place at Fasano, but at its Beach Club. The organization did not give details of the menu or attractions, but tickets are available. in this link🇧🇷 They can be purchased individually or as a package that includes all three parties.
Punta Verano
O New Year’s Eve Punta Verano prepares four days of celebration also in different places. On the 28th, the 300 point with dj Korolova as the attraction, at Parador 5 🇧🇷 On the 29th it will be the turn of the party punta paradiso with dj David Penn on a structure set up on the Mary and Fire.
The 30th will take place Hed Kandi Punta , one of the most famous late-afternoon parties in the city. It will take place at the winery unit narbonne and will feature performances by Matias Carreño, Pic Schmitz, Ladies On Mars and Nacho (sax).
The main party, to officially await the arrival of 2023, will be the Unique Point 🇧🇷 The Danish dj trio “WhoMadeWho” will headline the evening. It will take place in the same place as the first one, in the sea and fire 🇧🇷
All parties will have an open bar with gin, vodka, whiskey, drinks, energy drinks, tonics and water. The last two, Hed Kandi Punta and Unique Punta, will also be open food.
Tickets for the parties can be purchased individually or in packages. they are available in this link.
pixel and box
Another edition of the party pixel will take place in Punta del Este to wait for the new year. The organizers haven’t revealed many details of what’s to come this year, but if they repeat the line of the last ones, the public can expect a great party with djs, open bar and open food. Tickets are on sale in this link in three categories: general, vip or vip table.
In the same style, also with a lot of electronic music, another party that will take place in the city will be the Box. The organization also did not reveal details, but the tickets are also available. in this link.
Parador Post 5
Reformed, the Parador Post 5 it can be a good option for those looking for drinks and a view of the Punta Del Este sunset. It is open every day from 9:00 to 00:00. For New Year’s Eve, the venue is preparing an exclusive menu with starters, main courses and desserts, as well as an open bar with Aperol spritz, Gin Tonic, Whiskey, Sparkling wine, among others. There will be a DJ playing until 3am. Adults pay $300, children $150.
David Guetta
It will be 2023 when French DJ David Guetta will perform in Punta Del Este. One of the most anticipated shows of this New Year’s Eve will take place at Playa Brava, specifically at Parada 6, facing the sea. Most tickets had already been sold at the time of writing, but some categories were still available. in this link🇧🇷
Where to eat in Punta del Este
narbonne
Open in high season, narbonne is a winery in Punta del Este – about 15 minutes from downtown. It works as a branch of the headquarters, which is located in Carmelo and was founded in 1909 in a large complex, with wine production, tours and accommodation.
In Punta, in a smaller space, it is possible to feel a taste of the original – although nothing is produced there. Tours are available, as well as a restaurant with a beautiful view and, of course, Uruguayan wines. The new 2023 summer menu features starters, pizzas, salads, hamburgers, grilled meats, fish, risottos and handmade pastas.
Also used for parties, the place has a shed for events and also a warehouse where products such as cheese, jam, olive oil, pasta, yogurt, among other things, are sold.
Camino de la vid, 20000 Punta del Este, Uruguay
marismo
Located in the dunes of Jose Ignacio , the motto of the Marismo restaurant is “dine with your feet in the sand, under the stars and sheltered by a warm stove”. Drinks and live music help compose the environment, which is decorated with a bonfire.
The menu offers a variety of local products, fresh in season, from the sea and the countryside, made in a wood-fired oven. The place is open every day at lunchtime (from 12:00 to 16:00) and dinner (from 20:00 to 2:00). They have the traditional menu or a closed menu available, with a starter, main course and a glass of wine.
10 km. 185, 20402 Arenas de José Ignacio, Department of Maldonado, Uruguay
Fasano Las Piedras
O Hotel Fasano Punta Del Este opened in 2010 in the La Barra region. It occupies a preserved area of 490 hectares and favors the integration between the countryside and the sea. After undergoing an expansion, it resumed its activities with Locanda Fasano, with 10 new apartments.
The hotel operates two restaurants: Las Piedras and Fasano Punta Del Este, which invite guests to enjoy classic Italian cuisine with over 100 years of history. The Locanda, is inserted next to the iconic restaurant, which reserves a breathtaking view of the property and nature, and has new leisure areas, such as lounge, swimming pool, solarium and bar. More information, such as opening hours for each of them, can be found in the website.
Cno. C. Egusquiza y Paso del Barranco, S/N – Punta del Este, Maldonado
El Abrazo
Since December 15th, high season in Uruguay, the restaurant El Abrazo open every night from 20:00 to 00:00. It is located in the Maldonado region, between cities. Like most establishments at this time of year, it is necessary to make an advance reservation🇧🇷
There are tables outside and the atmosphere is intimate, with low light and candles on the tables. The place, in addition to the menu ranging from meat to seafood, will make a special New Year’s dinner. It will feature an appetizer made with local fish, starters – such as Shrimp, Octopus, Jamón, Stracciatella; and main courses, with pork confit in olive oil, truffle puree, ravioli, among others.
Los Guaviyú Esquina, 20002 Manantiales, Department of Maldonado, Uruguay
Leonardo Etxea
Basque restaurant, the Leonardo Etxea it is open for lunch and dinner in high season. In a simple environment, seafood is the protagonist of the place, which has become one of the darlings of those who visit the city.
Despite the specialty, the menu is diverse and also pleases those who are not fans of fish. Risottos, pastas and salads make up the menu. It’s also a good idea to book in advance to secure your spot.
J. Lenzina, 20100 Punta del Este, Department of Maldonado, Uruguay
Parador La Huella
The only Uruguayan classified in the list of the best in Latin America by Latin’s America 50 Best 🇧🇷 the Parador La Hella offers a gastronomy without many refinements, as they themselves like to point out. “In the kitchen we don’t invent anything. We take care of the best that the sea, land and fire give us”, says the description on its website.
Thus, visitors will find the role of grilled seafood, in a simple environment, like a beach kiosk, but at the same time charming. It is located in José Ignacio, about 30 minutes from Punta.
C. de Los Cisnes, 20402 José Ignacio, Department of Maldonado, Uruguay
baby gouda
In La Barra, the baby gouda has been known to run for seasons for 24 years. Previously called Baby Gouda Deli Café, this year it announced a new page in its history changing the name to “Baby Gouda Restaurant”.
Led by the Argentine chef Rodrigo Toso, it is already working at full steam at the same address.
Los Romances, 20001 La Barra, Department of Maldonado, Uruguay
Elmo RestoBar
Also open in high season, Elmo RestoBar is already welcoming the public. Open from Wednesday to Saturday, it has different environments, with emphasis on its gardens. In addition to the menu with meat options – especially the lamb -, pasta and fish, the bar is one of its strengths. Different drinks can be tasted there.
Los Bonitos, 20002 Manantiales, Department of Maldonado, Uruguay
La Susana
In José Ignácio, La Susana Beach Restaurant is located on Mansa Beach. The Beach Club features the freshest local and organic ingredients in a relaxed atmosphere. Live attractions pack lunches, dinners and drinks at sunset. The place can be enjoyed both in the shade and with your feet in the sand, with a view from Punta Del Este to the José Ignácio lighthouse. Signature cocktails and wines are featured on the menu.
José Ignacio, 20402 José Ignacio, Department of Maldonado, Uruguay
Santa Teresa dial
Open only in the summer season, the Mostrador Santa Teresita opened in José Ignacio in 2014. Commanded by the Argentine chef Fernando Trocca has become a well-known point of the Uruguayan high season.
The proposal is different: a variety of delicacies displayed on a counter, ranging from bread, cakes and croissants to salads and vegetables. Before, the customer can choose a protein and accompaniments. It is possible to find something you like at any time of the day, as the suggestions are designed for that. Be it breakfast, lunch or afternoon coffee (the place closes at 7pm).
Calle Las Garzas y Los, C. Los Tordos, José Ignacio, Department of Maldonado, Uruguay
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