Pizzeria Uruguaia

Pizzeria Uruguaia is a small restaurant on Plaça Major in Sant Julià de Lòria, with a history that reaches back to the first generation of Andorra’s pizzerias. The municipality’s heritage page says the original opened in the 1960s, founded by two Uruguayan immigrant couples, and was the first pizzeria in Andorra. Although the restaurant has changed tenants and moved from its original location, the current business retains the name and character of that early pizzeria. It is an especially interesting stop for visitors who want a casual meal tied to local history as well as a menu of pizza and Spanish-influenced dishes.

The signature that stands out in visitor accounts is the pizza Uruguaia with octopus. Current map-linked reviews describe it as a crisp, thin-crust pizza and recommend the seafood topping; one visitor also singles out endives with Roquefort. These dishes give the restaurant a more distinctive profile than a standard list of familiar margherita and pepperoni choices. The full operator menu was not available in a reliably searchable format, so the named dishes should be treated as current visitor recommendations rather than a promise that they are served every day. Ask staff what pizzas and starters are currently available.

The pizzeria also serves Spanish-style cooking and a daytime menu according to visitor references. That broader offer can help when a group includes someone who does not want pizza. Tripadvisor categorizes the cuisine as pizza and Spanish, and lists lunch and dinner as meal types. A historical municipal tourism guide classified the business as specializing in pizza and daily menu. Because that guide is older, it supports the restaurant’s style rather than proving the current set menu, its contents or its price. Ask directly whether a lunch menu is being served and what is included before ordering.

Plaça Major is one of the most atmospheric settings for a meal in Sant Julià. The square has been a centre of town life for generations, and the municipal heritage account describes its terraces as a vantage point over local social life. Pizzeria Uruguaia occupies the ground floor of a historic house known as Cal Sabater. The heritage material explains that the restaurant has changed operators and location while keeping its original name and character, linking a current meal to the town’s evolving history. The old square is a pleasant place to pause, though visitors should allow extra time to find the correct entrance and check terrace availability.

The address is Plaça Major 4, AD600 Sant Julià de Lòria. Current listings give the phone as +376 842 903. The venue is listed for table service, takeaway and reservations, with alcohol available. Its central position puts it within a short walk of Plaça de la Germandat and the town’s main pedestrian streets. If arriving by car, follow local parking rules and use municipal parking rather than blocking the narrow old-town streets. The square’s historic layout is better approached on foot once parked.

Current weekly hours differ among map and directory profiles. Wanderlog’s Google-derived profile lists Monday from 13:00–15:30 and 20:00–23:30, Tuesday closed, Wednesday through Saturday 13:00–15:30 and 20:00–23:30, and Sunday 13:00–15:30 with a later dinner period. A local map directory presents a substantially different schedule, including early morning openings, while older municipal tourism material lists daytime and evening service and a Tuesday closure. The table below uses the detailed Google-derived weekly listing, but this should be confirmed directly because of the competing schedules. Phone +376 842 903 before relying on a particular service window.

For lunch, ask whether the current daily menu is available and whether pizza can be ordered from the same menu. For dinner, the signature seafood pizza is a natural choice to ask about, with starters such as the endive and Roquefort combination appearing in visitor recommendations. If the table is sharing, confirm the size of the pizzas and how many people each serves. Dated photos and menu mentions can quickly become outdated; the kitchen’s current offer is the most useful guide. The available sources do not confirm a gluten-free crust or a dedicated vegan menu, so guests with strict needs should call and discuss ingredients before arrival.

The restaurant’s informal pizzeria format makes it suitable for couples, families and groups looking for a relaxed meal rather than a long tasting menu. Recent visitor material describes a cosy setting and attentive service, although individual experiences can vary. The small restaurant may become busy during lunch or dinner, so reserving is sensible, especially at weekends or for a group. The profiles do not confirm the number of indoor seats, whether the terrace runs year-round or step-free access; call if those details matter.

Pizzeria Uruguaia is a good choice for a casual meal with a genuine connection to Sant Julià’s past. Its 1960s origin story, the historic Plaça Major location and its distinctive seafood pizza combine into a visit that feels more specific to this town than a generic pizzeria stop. The current restaurant continues that inherited name, although operators and locations have changed. Ask about the pizza Uruguaia, the day’s menu and the exact service hours, then enjoy the square-side setting. It works particularly well as a lunch or early dinner during a walk through the old centre, with a direct call recommended to avoid the conflicting online schedules.