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Heladeria La Cigale

Chain of ice cream bars, several locations.

Website: lacigale.com.uy (opens in a new tab)

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Mercado de los Artesanos
This is definitely the place to go to if you want to buy authentic Uruguayan souvenirs or perhaps even Christmas or birthday presents - the catch is that you absolutely need some Spanish proficiency to shop here. An array of artists and craftspeople converge here to sell wares made from leather, paper, woodwork, and various textiles in this indoor market on two floors. Everyone will find something interesting here. The artists usually have their own table or rack with their products. When you have found something you like, notify the artist (if they haven't already started discussing with you). They will take aside the piece for you, and write you a small receipt. When you are done shopping, go to the checkout desk on the right hand side of the bottom floor with your receipts and pay. Take the stamped receipts and go to the desk to the left where your purchases are wrapped and ready.
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Bar Facal
Fairly touristy café and restaurant next to the Fuente de Candados. Varied menu and tango performances.
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Fuente de los Candados
The padlock fountain
A small fountain at corner of Yi, completely covered by locks. Similar to bridges in many European cities, couples come here to attach a padlock to it. If they do so their love is supposed to last forever and they will also return to Montevideo someday.
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La Cibeles
Very good food, especially the empanadas. The meals have the taste of homemade, there are a variety of dishes, they are well served. Very comfortable and bright place, attentive and efficient staff. Family atmosphere.