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Mexican restaurant in Montevideo, Montevideo Department
What should I order at La Chingada?
What to order
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Enchiladas
One of the most frequently praised items; reviewers repeatedly called them delicious, tasty, supreme, and worth trying, with both chicken and vegetarian versions mentioned.
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Tacos
Mentioned in many reviews as flavorful, booming with flavor, and among the best Mexican food items people had in a long time.
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Nachos
Recommended as a starter and praised for being very good, with one reviewer specifically saying to start with them.
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Quesadillas
Highlighted as excellent, with the cerdostina quesadilla described as incredible and another reviewer enjoying the quesadillas with great satisfaction.
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Tres Leches Cake
Called one of the best versions a reviewer had ever eaten, making it a standout dessert recommendation.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 6 PM to 12 AM |
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| Tuesday | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 4 PM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 4 PM to 12:30 AM |
| Friday | 12 PM to 1 AM |
| Saturday | 12 PM to 1 AM |
| Sunday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
About La Chingada
La Chingada is a Mexican restaurant in Montevideo, Montevideo Department, serving lunch and dinner with dine-in, takeout, delivery, and outdoor seating. Reviewers consistently praise the flavorful tacos, burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas, and desserts, along with friendly service and a warm atmosphere. The menu also stands out for vegan and vegetarian options, cocktails, and house salsas and hot sauces. The setting is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, with rooftop and patio-style seating.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is La Chingada known for?
La Chingada is known for its Mexican dishes, especially tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, burritos, and totopos con todo. Reviewers repeatedly call out the bold flavor, fresh ingredients, and house salsas and hot sauces, with desserts like tres leches cake, tarta vasca, and corn flan also getting strong praise.
What dishes are most recommended at La Chingada?
The most recommended items include the nachos, enchiladas, tacos, and quesadillas, plus the torta de cerdo and the platter for two. Reviewers also mention totopos con todo, vegetarian enchiladas, and desserts such as tres leches cake, tarta vasca, and corn flan as standout choices.
What is the atmosphere like at La Chingada?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with outdoor, patio, balcony, and rooftop seating. It seems to suit groups, couples, and solo diners, and reviewers mention a warm, friendly service style and a lively but relaxed feel.
Is La Chingada good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is UYU 600–1,600, and reviewers describe it as a bit pricey but still worth it for the quality and portion sizes. People often mention that the food, drinks, and service make the cost feel justified, especially for dishes like tacos, enchiladas, and the platter for two.
How long do you usually wait for food at La Chingada?
One reviewer said the order arrived in no more than 10 minutes, and another noted getting seated before the Saturday lunch rush. That suggests it can be a good choice for lunch if you arrive early, especially when outdoor seating is busy.
Is parking available at La Chingada?
Yes. Free street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does La Chingada have vegetarian options?
Yes, La Chingada offers vegan options.
Is La Chingada kid-friendly?
Yes, La Chingada is good for kids.
