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Uruguay · Dish 05 of 9

Pescado a la parrilla in Uruguay: what to expect

In Uruguay, Pescado a la parrilla is the kind of dish that explains the local menu better than a translation app. Whole fish grilled over embers with lemon.

Dish Coastal towns Mid-range · US$8–20 seafoodmild

What Pescado a la parrilla is

Whole fish grilled over embers with lemon.

Pescado a la parrilla is listed as a dish in the Uruguay guide, where the index tags it seafood and mild. Treat those labels as a menu translation rather than the full picture. Portion size, garnish and cooking method change from one counter to the next, and so does the price.

Where to find Pescado a la parrilla

Our index links Pescado a la parrilla to Coastal towns. That does not mean it is unavailable elsewhere, but it is the place to start if you want the version locals recognise.

The Uruguay guide also covers 7 dishes and 2 bakery items; open the country page for the full menu and the other places in the index.

What it costs

Pescado a la parrilla sits in the mid-range band, which we define as roughly US$8–20. Across the 9 food entries we track for Uruguay, 5 are budget, 3 are mid-range and 1 are premium.

BandTypical rangeItemsExamples
Budgetusually under US$85Empanada, Tortilla de papas, Ensalada rusa
Mid-rangeroughly US$8–203Chivito, Milanesa, Pescado a la parrilla
Premiumusually US$20 and up1Asado

Within this list, Pescado a la parrilla is one of 7 dish entries and 3 mid-range items; 1 items share the seafood tag.

Dietary notes

  • Seafood tag: fish or shellfish is part of the dish. Mention allergies clearly and ask about shared fryers.

How to order it

  • The indexed version is mild. Heat levels still vary by kitchen, so ask for chilli or sauce on the side.
  • Ask for the price before ordering, especially where the menu lists market price or sells by weight.

Pair it with

These are the Uruguay items that make most sense alongside Pescado a la parrilla, either as a second course or as the drink that finishes the meal.

Closest matches on the menu

These Uruguay items share the most tags with Pescado a la parrilla, so they are the most useful comparisons for flavour, price and preparation.

Pescado a la parrilla: common questions

What is Pescado a la parrilla?

Whole fish grilled over embers with lemon. It is listed in the TasteBridge Uruguay guide as a dish.

How much does Pescado a la parrilla cost in Uruguay?

Expect the mid-range band: roughly US$8–20. Prices move with the city and the venue, so treat this as a planning figure rather than a fixed menu price.

Is Pescado a la parrilla vegetarian?

Pescado a la parrilla is not tagged vegetarian in our data. Ask before ordering if you avoid meat, fish or animal fats; the recipe can vary by kitchen.

Where can I try Pescado a la parrilla?

Our index links it to Coastal towns. Ask locally for the version served at breakfast, lunch or late evening, because the same name can cover different presentations.

Indexed as dish for Uruguay. Price bands are planning estimates, not live menu prices. Last reviewed 2026-11-06.