Tabare Williamsburg
New York
At a glance
Tabaré Williamsburg, located on South 1st Street in Brooklyn, celebrates the rich cultural tapestry of Uruguay through its dedication to traditional Uruguayan cuisine. Visitors stepping into its welcoming environment will immediately experience a blend of indigenous and strong European flavors that reflect the rich history and multicultural ancestry of Uruguay. With a menu primarily focused on beef, Tabaré brings the carnivorous culinary traditions of Uruguay to life, but also offers carefully selected dishes featuring lamb, chicken, and hallmark Italian-inspired pastas. Beyond its savory offerings, the venue provides an indulgent selection of sweets, notably featuring desserts enriched with dulce de leche, a caramel confection beloved in Uruguayan desserts.
The decor suggests an inviting, casual atmosphere suitable for both dining alone and gathering with friends and family. Patrons can choose to dine indoors or enjoy outdoor seating when weather permits. The restaurant welcomes guests throughout the week, offering brunch on weekends and keeping late hours on Friday and Saturday, catering to those who appreciate leisurely dining. Tabaré embraces a simple, service-driven approach, accepting cash and American Express only, and offers takeout and delivery options for convenience. Its location in Brooklyn makes it accessible for New Yorkers looking to explore the culinary heritage of South America right within their city limits.
Reviews
Cozy atmosphere, friendly service, and delicious food. The Uruguayan chivito and the parrillada were definitely the highlights. A great spot in Williamsburg—we’ll be back!
Absolutely beautiful small cozy restaurant with amazing food and great service. Special thank you to the bartender, I ordered 3 different coctails and asked for no syrup or sugar and they were made perfect to my taste. Roasted beet salad is to die for, octopus amazing and the skirt stake is something to come back for.
My partner and I went there for dinner over the weekend. This restaurant came highly recommended by a friend. The food was SO GOOD!!! I loved both the cheese and the chicken empanadas as well as their octopus appetizer and ribeye special. The ribeye was cooked to perfection! The only downside is that some of their sides were a bit under seasoned. The octopus came with beans that could have used a little more seasoning but the octopus was tender and flavorful. The ribeye came with potatoes and greens. But again, the potatoes were a bit bland but the ribeye itself was soo darn good! I would come back just for that. We also ordered a glass of orange wine, another order of empanadas (beef the second time which was OK), dessert and their special shrimp ravioli (good portion size but maybe better with a different sauce). We spent about $178 (before tip) for 3 appetizers, 2 entrees, 2 glasses of wine, 2 espressos and one dessert. Overall, the service was great, food came out quickly and the food was delicious.
Cozy and inviting spot in Williamsburg with a great vibe. We went early (around 5pm) and loved their happy hour—cocktails were really good. Service was warm and attentive. The meat was excellent, and the chimichurri was a highlight. The empanadas were delicious, and the dulce de leche flan was absolutely incredible (we didn’t even get a chance to take a photo!). Great wine selection and a varied menu. Would definitely come back.
