Leonardo Etxea
A Basque-style restaurant opened in 2008, highly recommended for its octopus tentacles and paella.
Opened in November 2008, this restaurant is located at the corner of Joaquín Lenzina and Avenida Artigas, near Stop 2 of the beach, nestled between Brava and Mansa beaches. It specializes in Basque-style fish, seafood, and meats. The octopus tentacles imported from Spain are very popular, and the paella must be ordered in advance. Other options include roast suckling pig and baby squid stuffed with ham, along with gluten-free choices. It is open for lunch and dinner daily during peak season, but may only open on weekends or select days during the off-season. Please call +598 4249 3723 to confirm before visiting.
Opening hours
Peak season: daily 12:00-16:00, 20:00-24:00; Off-season: mostly weekends or Thursday to Sunday (please confirm)
Nearby sights
- La Mano (Los Dedos)
- Playa Brava
- Playa Mansa
- Avenida Gorlero
- Puerto de Punta del Este
- Iglesia de la Candelaria
- Punta del Este Lighthouse
- Museo Ralli