La Gran Uruguaya, Uruguayan restaurant in Jackson Heights, Queens County, US
La Gran Uruguaya is a restaurant serving Uruguayan cuisine with a wide range of empanadas, seafood dishes, steaks, stews, and soups. The location on 37th Avenue in Jackson Heights focuses on heartier main courses and specialties from South American cooking.
The restaurant has been rooted in Jackson Heights for many years and introduced the neighborhood to traditional Uruguayan cooking methods. Its presence helped establish these culinary practices among local residents in the area.
Live musicians perform on Friday and Saturday nights, bringing South American sounds into the dining space. The music creates a social atmosphere that complements the traditional meals served here.
The restaurant opens from 11 AM to 11 PM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, extending hours until midnight Friday and Saturday. Weekday happy hours between 3 PM and 7 PM offer reduced prices on drinks and appetizers.
Weekday happy hours from 3 to 7 PM offer discounted drinks and appetizers while maintaining the full authentic menu. This period gives visitors a chance to explore the cuisine at better value.
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