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a solid look at what each restaurant offers in terms of type of cuisine,
area, and atmosphere. Plus it tells whether or not you need
reservations, and the phone & address.
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Restaurants in San Jose AreaIl Ritorno Casa Italia -200 mts.Sur, Edificio Casa Italia, De Kentucky San Pedro, San Jose - Phone: (506) 225-0543
International Famous Italian Chef "Tony D' Alaimo" (who formerly owned the Ponte Vecchio Restaurant) has returned from the U. S. and has opened his new Italian Restaurant Il Ritorno in Casa Italia.
Expect to dine with "Celebrities", and even the President of Costa Rica, who flock to his Restaurant to delight in the sensual Italian Specialties.....which can be found no where else in Costa Rica!
All of Tony's "famous dishes" are prepared to order and are very reasonably priced! Reservations Recommended: 225-0543
Open: Mon-Sat: 12-2:30 and 6pm-10:30pm (Closed on Sundays).
Aya Sofya Restaurant - Turkish & Persian Cuisine with Love -Avenida Central , Calle 21, Antigua Botica Primavera, San José - Phone: 506 221 7785
Imagine a Persian Market, full of colors, and the shining of beautiful fabrics and Gemstones. Perceive the exotic smells coming out of the food stalls. Lamb and calf cuts are "mouth-wateringly" displayed, while they are roasted lingeringly on a rotisserie.
Turkish cuisine is a mix of flavors from different cultures, where the roasted meats and chicken are the specialties, along with salads and raitas and delicious desserts made with puff pastry, honey and yogurts. Try the famous "döners" served in pita bread, or a "lamahcun", which resembles a pizza toped with ground meat and vegetables. (Inexpensive, Turkish, Bistros 7 Brasseries….)
BBQ El Chicote - Spanish BBQ Meat Specialties -Sobre Avenida las Américas en Sabana Norte, 400 mts oeste del ICE, in San José - Phone: 506 232 0936
E-Mail: mailto:chicote@novanet.co.crchicote@novanet.co.cr
Web:
www.novanet.co.cr/chicote/index.htm the oldest restaurants, of 39 years,
You can make reservations directly from their Website.
Baleares "Soul of Spain" International Restaurant - 50 metros Oeste del Más y Menos, in San José - Phone: 506 224 9914
This restaurant is open all day, serving a wide variety of international dishes, as well as snacks and drinks. The cheapest option is the à la carte menu available from 11am-4pm. In the afternoon, clients can enjoy backgammon, darts and music while they sip a cocktail or have some food. Dishes include a variety of meat-based recipes, pasta, seafood and salads, steak & barbecue, & local traditional cuisine, stays open late – 24 hours.
Caccio's Pizza and Beer - Avenida Central, Barrio San Pedro, in San José
Phone: 506 224 3261
This bar and pizzeria right in the middle of San José's student neighborhood is a big hit with the locals, with its friendly atmosphere and reasonably priced food. If you are staying in the neighborhood, this is a good place to start the night before you head out for some drinking and dancing. Most of the clients are students and it is usually somewhat quiet. Come with a friend and enjoy a conversation over your meal.J
Café Ruiseñor Tradition -Teatro Nacional - in San José - Phone: 506 256 6094
This Café has food quality, elegance and atmosphere. Nested at the National Theater, its lavish décor, particular to the neoclassic period, sets an almost "holy" ambiance. Precious woods and crystal on the bar counter, and marble flooring and tables, welcome guests as if members of a Royal Court, and the food and pastries bring along the taste and savoir-faire of the best classic European cuisine. When visiting the theater, you know now where to satisfy your palate like a king.
Café de Pan Cozy Mexican Café - Sabana Sur - De la Autoridad Reguladora, 25 mts oeste, in San José - Phone: 506 220 1865
This small, cozy café, decorated in indigo blue and yellow tones, breaks a little with the idea of the Mexican dishes we are accustomed to. Their specialty is breakfast, which in Mexico is lavish and assorted. Eggs in different preparations like Rancheros or a la Veracruzana, Quesadillas, Sopes and "Chilasquiles", all slightly piquant, are part of this daily meal, along with fresh coffee and fruit juice. Their Mexican pastries are also delicious. Breakfast & Brunch.
Casa Cervecera El Imán - De radio Monumental , 50 metros al sur in San José - Phone: 506 221 8932
This traditional landmark in the heart of San José, has undergone a series of cosmetics, but has always been a gathering place for the late-night people. Some time ago people came here for a snack and a nightcap after a wild party, so the owners decided to attract the guests with their own wild party as well!
A three-level arrangement was built, with a restaurant on the first floor, a bar on the second level, and a disco on the third. Fun & Atmosphere!
Casa Luisa Mediterranean Restaurant - 600 metros al sur y 25 al este de la ContralorÃa General de la República, Sabana Sur, in San José -
Phone: 506 296 1917
In this restaurant, the owners, Pedro Valiño and Luisa Esparducer, will attend to you personally with care and dedication. This Catalonian couple wanted a homey atmosphere… so you will feel more like a family friend…. than a guest. The decor and furniture are those of a real Spanish home. Their sangria and tinto de verano are wonderful, traditional beverages for the warm months. Additionally, you can enjoy specialties such as rabbit with lobster and lamb sweetbreads, as well as fish and seafood prepared in a very particular Catalonian way.
Centro TurÃstico Tarbaca - Beautiful Scenery - 100 metros sur de la iglesia católica de Tarbaca, in San José - Phone: 506 230 4583
The beef cuts and pork chops in this traditional Costa Rican restaurant might very well belong to a brontosaurus! They practically come out of the plate because of their gigantic size. Simple décor and rustic benches and tables. However, when it is time to sink in your teeth, you forget your surroundings. Juicy beef cuts, beautiful super pork chops, and jumbo-size chicharrones will consolidate your stomach with your heart. Traditional cuisine, steak & barbecue, inexpensive.
Chavelona Traditional Restaurant - Avenida 10, in San José -
Phone: 506 221 6094 - E-Mail: mailto:chavelona@guiascostarica.com
Web:
www.guiascostarica.com/chavelon This late-night restaurant and bar boasts a wide range of meat and seafood dishes, Vegetarians will not feel neglected, with the considerable variety of salads on offer. Not to everybody's taste, but very Central American, is the tongue, fried and served with a traditional sauce.
When you have finished your meal, you can drink cocktails and dance all night!
Shrimp with garlic, fillet of fish in Mexican-style sauce, and steak with all the trimmings…..are the specialties.
Cronopios Restaurant - Close to the Clouds- De la iglesia de Coronado, 6 kilómetros tomando el camino que conduce a Las Nubes, in Coronado - San José
Phone: 506 229 6283
Taking a ride to Las Nubes de Coronado is almost a spiritual experience. The everlasting mist mantle, the dairy farms with their pink or light-blue-painted old wooden houses, and a thick vegetation will make you feel some sort of déjà -vu. This restaurant offers a very eclectic menu, ranging from the traditional Costa Rican cuisine, to pizzas and Mexican tacos, along with good background music. Dining with a view.
Daddy X Video-Bar and Restaurant - Centro Comercial CocorÃ, Los Yoses,
San Pedro (San Jose Outskirts) - Phone: 506 283 1260
This is a trendy atmosphere of urban delight where the "be's and wanna be's" share the secrets of success, enticed by the glamour of the night, the musical videos displayed on more than 12 TV monitors and a giant TV screen. If you want to court your companion, there is a gift shop, or you can have your best facial features captured for posterity by an expert caricaturist.
Don Wang Delicious Chinese Cuisine - Calle 11, Avenida 6 y 8, in San José
Phone: 506 233 6484
This is an authentic Chinese restaurant of very good quality. Its decor is simple, with typical ornaments from China, and the service is courteous and kind. They serve family dishes that start with a service for two for 6,888 colones, which includes a corn and ham chowder, and shrimp as appetizers.
Spanish, English, Mandarin, and Cantonese languages are spoken here.
El Campesino Economic Restaurant - Calle 7, Avenida 2, in San José
Phone: 506 222 1356
This restaurant offers various Central American dishes, based on chicken, rice and beans, and a variety of Chinese recipes, such as Chow Mein and Chop Suey. The roast chicken is especially good. Poultry in Central America is generally "free range," and has a much more natural flavor than in many other parts of the world. Ask for a spicy sauce and some fresh limes to accompany meat dishes, and drink some cold cervezas!
El Cuartel de la Boca del Monte - Art, Music, Drinks and Fun !
Diagonal al cine Magaly - Barrio La California, in San José -Phone: 506 221 0327
As the night spreads its shroud and the explosion of the sunset's wildest colors start giving way to the blinking of the stars, many go home to rest. However, many others start a new life cycle: "Living La Vida Loca" (Living the crazy life). El Cuartel is the perfect place to do so.
Here, people of all ages, colors and backgrounds gather to eat, drink, listen to the music, and make new friends. It has three different areas, including an art gallery, so you can "Live La Vida Loca" the way you like it best.
El Farolito San Pedro - Mexican Restaurant with a Variety of Plates
San Pedro, 100mts oeste del Parque Central, in San José
Phone: 506 234 9569
This is a casual restaurant specializing in Mexican food. It offers a great variety of tacos, tortas, chalupas and other dishes, including various meats and cocktails. It also offers a fiesta environment during the active night - life in San Pédro. Their specialty is Tacos al Pastor and the beer, served michelada style. Good service, frequent and attractive promotions, and special activities make El Farolito one of the favorites for the young executive crowd of San José. Limited parking space.
Il Ponte Vecchio - Italian Romance - 100 m al este y 25 m al norte de la rotonda de la Hispanidad, in San Pedro (Outskirts of San Jose) - Phone: 506 283 1810
Nice Italian Restaurant.
La Cocina de Leña - Traditional Taste - Centro Comercial El Pueblo. Barrio Tournon, in San José - Phone: 506 256 5353
E-Mail: mailto:lacocina@sol.racsa.co.crlacocina@sol.racsa.co.cr
Web:
www.lacocina.co.cr La Cocina de Leña is one of the most experienced places in San Jose for quality and the serving of traditional Costa Rican cuisine. It has been listed as one of the finest establishments to offer authentic Costa Rican food.
La Esmeralda - Mariachis All Night Long - Avenida Segunda, Frente a la Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social, in San José - Phone: 506 221 0530
Long live Mexico! You will hear this expression, more likely in Spanish, quite a few times at this traditional and well-known place in the heart of San José. Here, you can have some drinks, eat food and listen to the Mariachis and "Trios" singing at your table for a little cash.
The "Trios" are musical groups of three persons that specialize in the romantic boleros-style music. Additionally, if you so desire, you can hire them, or any of the Mariachis, to perform a serenade to your beloved at home or at a party.
La Estancia. Steak House - Good Tasting and Specialized - Centro Comercial El Pueblo. Barrio Tournon, San José - Phone: 506 221 1482
E-Mail: mailto:refrances@usa.net
refrances@usa.net Established five years ago, La Estancia Steak House is a restaurant that features international food with an emphasis on roasted and grilled meats. Other plates include tacos and Mexican food.
La Mazorca - High Standard Vegetarian Restaurant - 100 metros al norte y 25 al oeste del Banco Anglo, Barrio San Pedro, San José
The name of this restaurant indicates the great importance of maize in Central America. Thanks to its creation during years of cultivation, the Olmec civilization, the first civilized society in the Americas took its place in history. The cereal continues to be very important in the basic diet of the people. Here, one can choose from a range of vegetarian dishes, accompanied by juices and juice-based drinks.
La Piazzetta - Classy Italian Food - Frente al Banco de Costa Rica, Paseo Colón,
San José - Phone: 506 222 7896
You can categorize this restaurant in a few words: traditional Italian elegance and superb food. With an extensive à la carte menu, no doubt you will find variety when you order. Selections vary from antipasto, salads, soup, pasta dishes, risotto and some other light appetizers, to the most complex and wonderful creations. And, of course, a good assortment of splendid wines is available.
La TrattorÃa - Wonderful Italian Food - Del Centro Cultural Norteamericano 25 metros al sur y 25 metros al este, Barrio Escalante, San José - Phone: 506 224 2573
To fully understand the trattorÃa concept, you will need to think Italian. Unlike a formal restaurant, these small eateries have a different approach: from the kitchen of la mamma! This means that the food is usually prepared in a traditional homemade fashion. Tables dressed in white and red (or blue), small-squared tablecloths, Chianti bottles hanging here and there, and unpretentious décor of a trattoria appeal to good traditional Italian food lovers. This is exactly what you will find at La TrattorÃa Restaurant.
La Vasconia - Inexpensive and Tasty Cooking - Avenida 1, Calle 5, San José
Here, you can enjoy a hearty breakfast, with eggs, beans, ham, hotcakes and more, and drink delicious coffee. The prices are exceptional, even if the dishes are rather simple. Lunchtime plates, based on chicken, meat and/or rice, also offer good value. Drink a well-chilled beer and do not forget to ask for some chili and fresh limes. If you are alone, this is a good place to sit quietly and read the paper.
Little Seoul - Korean and Japanese Soul Food - Costado este de Plaza Mayor
Rorhmoser, San José - Phone: 506 232 5551
If you love those small barbecues in the middle of your table to cook right there in front of you, the widest variety of tender meats and seafood, Korean style, you will love this place. Besides, they have a special fumes extractor beneath the table to absorb all the smoke and smells! There is also an excellent sushi bar for the Japanese cuisine lovers. The menu is so ample that you may need a dictionary to guide you though!
Los Cuatro Gatos - Restaurant and Art Gallery - Avenida 11, Calles 3 bis y cinco, casa 366, Frente al Hotel Barceló Amón, San José - Phone: 506 223 1422
Located in one of the most attractive zones in the city, this small restaurant, café and art gallery maintains the original architecture from the oldest houses in the city. Paintings by the most important Costa Rican artist hang on the walls. In Los Cuatro Gatos (the four cats), prevails a bohemian and artistic restaurant.
The menu is simple and well balanced: soups, salads, pizzas, chicken, fish and red meats, complimented with delicious fruit juices, different types of coffee and exquisite desserts.
Los Molcajetes - Great Variety of Dishes - 350 metros al sur de la Toyota, Paseo Colón, San José
In Mexican jargon, a molcajete is a mortar to crush herbs and spices. This is the way that this establishment evokes its traditional Aztec cuisine, to offer its guests, in a cordial atmosphere, their wonderful dishes. As a family enterprise, dad, mom and Ch*ldren all take care to make you feel at ease with their attentions. You will find all sort of specialties, from the traditional tacos, to the superb cochinita pibil. Sundays are ideal for family and Ch*ldren since they open at 8am.
Lukas Restaurant - Infamous and Comfortable - Centro Comercial El Pueblo. Local 1, San José - Phone: 506 257 7124
The Lukas Restaurant is one of the first and well-known businesses in the Centro Comercial El Pueblo. Their international menu includes meats, chicken, seafood and salads, along with selected and varied typical plates that feature local Costa Rican cuisine. A prime location for business travelers.
Manolo's Restaurante y ChurrerÃa - European Style Cafeteria - Avenida Central, Calle 0 y 1. Centro Boulevard Avenida Central, San José - Phone: 506 222 2234
Manolo's Restaurant is located in the heart of the capital city in a building considered to be a national landmark. It is one of the few places in the city where you can enjoy your coffee and sandwiches outdoors, as in Europe. In the afternoons and evenings, live folk music is a featured. Because of this ambiance and style, both locals and tourists tend to visit.
Mirador Ram Luna - Delicious International Food and View - 5 km de la Iglesia de AserrÃ, Carretera a Tarbaca, San José - Phone: 506 230 3060
This is one of the finest restaurants in town, located on the slopes of the Escazú hills, providing one of the best views of the whole Central Valley. It is amazing by night when visitors from around the world and Costa Rican locals get together, or romantic couples gather here for dinner or drinks. They serve delicious gourmet food, international and Costa Rican dishes, and a variety of wines. They also offer a show on Wednesdays.
Mirador Rancho Redondo - Dine With the City at your Feet - Al pie del mirador de Rancho Redondo, Goicoechea, San José - Phone: 506 292 3795
If this is one of those days when you want to run away from it all, noise, crowds and routine, this is the perfect place. Choose a clear and dark night, since the view of the city by night is just breathtaking. Come as a couple, as the atmosphere is quite romantic and very cozy, with candles on the table, panoramic windows, and lots of wood.
A large stone chimney keeps the place warm and invites intimate and soft conversations. The menu is typical Costarrican food, and you can choose from gallitos (small tortillas topped with assorted meats, cheese or picadillos), grilled meats, chicken and fish. Sensational!
Mirador Vista del Valle - Panoramic View - Kilometer 119, Carretera Interamericana, al sur de San José - Phone: 506 771 6096
You can eat traditional Costa Rican food in this roadside restaurant, and enjoy the view of the green valley spreading out before you. This is a good place to stop for lunch or a snack if you are heading south. The food is relatively simple, but tasty—try the fried fish, which is taken directly from a nearby lake. If you are planning to attend as a large group, call ahead to plan a special menu and arrange a group price.
Naturama Uno - Vegetarian Meals - Avenida 1, Calles 3/5, San José
It is difficult to find vegetarian food in Central America; even the vegetable dishes are usually made with chicken stock. But if you are a vegetarian you will be happy here. Come at lunchtime to enjoy soup, a main course and a dessert. Drink fruit juice or delicious coffee. The establishment is very popular with students and young people, making it a good place to ask about concerts and other events in the city.
News Café - Cosmopolitan Atmosphere - Avenida Central, entre Calles 7 y 9
San José - Phone: 506 222 3022
Very much in the style of the "Big Apple," Piccadilly Circus, or Paris, this new café of sophisticated and urban elegance is a symbol of good taste in the heart of San José. Located at the street level of the Presidente Hotel, it offers a wide and attractive menu, which includes sandwiches to full main courses, desserts and breakfast service. The venue is small, but the atmosphere is relaxed and easy going.
Restaurant & Bar La Palma - Elegant and Special - Avenida 9, Calle 9 y 11. Barrio Otoya, San José - Phone: 506 258 4541
Here, you can enjoy lunch on the terrace or in covered balconies on the second floor. You can also have a romantic dinner in warm interior corners decorated with fine national woods.
Restaurante Bohemia - Peruvian Bistro - 500 metros al este de la iglesia Santa Teresita, Barrio Escalante , San José - Phone: 506 253 6348
This restaurant is housed in an old mansion in the traditional and elegant Barrio Escalante, a residential area for the rich and famous. Restored with meticulous care and good taste, the ambiance recreates a European bistro. There is a large main area painted in wash colors and high ceilings, two terraces, and a small bar, and although the menu is based on Peruvian specialties, there are dishes of international contemporary cuisine to choose from as well.
Restaurante Goyi - Basic Japanese Cuisine - Del cruce 125 m este Cinco Esquinas de Tibás, San José - Phone: 506 221 9909
Web:
www.dab.hi-ho.ne.jp/tico/goyi.htm Eight small tables crowd Goyi's informal atmosphere. The objective here is to eat excellent Japanese dishes, just the way a local family would, except for the high chairs. The menu is hand-written both in Spanish and Japanese on a whiteboard, allowing for daily surprises and rare specialties.
Tempura, ten don and yaki udon are among the most recommended. All-included dishes are a real treat, and they really save you money (1,800 colones plus tax and service). The chef and owner come out every now and then to check on the clientele.
Restaurante Mi Mojito - From the Cuban Kitchen - Centro Comercial El Pueblo
Local 30, San José - Phone: 506 223 5650
Cubans put a good amount of flavor into everything they do. Starting with their tropical rhythms, capable of making a dead man dance, up to their native food, which is so rich and tasty that it can get everyone's appetite going. Oh, and their drinks, rum with something plus something, will turn even the worst singer into a musical superstar! If you do not believe it, go to Mi Mojito and try it for yourself!
Restaurante Papa Pez - Warm and Tropical - Centro Comercial El Pueblo
San José - Phone: 506 233 2309
Three years in existence, the Papa Pez Restaurant has filled the expectations of those seeking to enjoy the delicacies of the sea in a central location. During happy-hour, you can serve yourself from the buffet located on the terrace, in front of the garden.
Restaurante San Miguel - Great View from your Table - 600 metros al este de la iglesia católica, Rancho Redondo, Moravia - Phone: 506 225 4675
At the Hotel Hacienda San Miguel, surrounded by mountains in a cold weather and magical setting, this restaurant caters to its guests and visitors in what use to be an old farmhouse. With a romantic and cozy ambiance, the house maintains its olden days glamour in three separate areas to eat.
In a beautiful verandah where an informal setting is achieved, you can enjoy a wonderful view to a small lake. The menu ranges from typical to international cuisine. Horseback riding, boat tours and visits to dairy farms are offered daily.
Restaurante Whapin - The Caribbean Comes to Town - 200 m este del Farolito
Barrio Escalante, San José - Phone: 506 283 1480
The service and décor of this small and simple restaurant bring guests one step closer to the Caribbean coast. Dishes include some of the most typical of the region, such as rice and beans with chicken (cooked with coconut milk) at 1,750 colones, Scobiech (1,900 colones), a variety of seafood dishes (1,500-4,000 colones) and delicious desserts (300-750 colones).
The location of this restaurant is appealing to office employees during lunch breaks, while dinner is served in a quieter atmosphere.
Risas - A Place to Laugh - Calle Primera y Avenida Central, San José
Phone: 506 223 2803
Housed in what once was Costa Rica's National Library at the turn of the century, this place breathes tradition and history on the walls but fashion and glamour on the ambiance. It has different levels for different audiences, so if you are in the mood to dance, the disco is your place, but if your idea of fun is something quieter, the bar is just perfect. Burgers and light snacks fashion the menu in case you get hungry. Also, modeling and maripepinos (male stripper) shows are performed some Wednesday and weekend nights.
Ristorante Pizza Metro - Pizzas and More - Avenida 2, Calles 5/7 - San José
A great place for pizza-lovers, as they come in all flavors here, in addition to a range of pastas and salads. Meat-lovers and vegetarians alike can find something to suit their tastes in this well-located establishment. Drink a bottle of wine or a well-chilled beer, and do not forget to try the delicious desserts. The restaurant is popular with people of all ages, and with both locals and foreigners.
Sahara - From the Dunes - Del Banco Popular 150 metros al sur Barrio La Granja
San Pedro - Phone: 506 283 7948
This place is a real "Oasis" in the desert. When the heat of the weather, the traffic, or just the mumble and jumble of the roaring city begins to break down your nervous system, entering this restaurant with its green, placid atmosphere can soothe and comfort your wearied spirit, enticing your appetite with a handful of exotic marvels!
You can eat al fresco in a nice verandah, or climb to the second level for a couple of drinks in the bar along with the best stars of Hollywood, which surround you on the walls.
San Remo - Delicious Italian Cuisine - Calle 2, Avenidas 3/5 - San José
If you have a craving for Italian food, come here to enjoy a pizza, pasta or salad with the characteristic flavors of olive oil, garlic, tomato and salami. There are also a number of Costa Rican dishes available. The salads are very refreshing, and you can accompany your meal with a bottle of wine or a glass of well-chilled beer. The restaurant is popular among local people, and the prices are very reasonable.
Shatki - Tasty Macrobiotic Food - Avenida 8, Calles 13 y 11, San José
Phone: 506 257-8914
If you are an enemy of fat, cholesterol and chemical fungicides in your food, you will notice that at Shatki´s restaurant they are practically nonexistent. This establishment has become, with time, a macrobiotic and organic tradition in good eating. Some white-meat options are found on the menu, for those who cannot live without animal protein, but always under the norms of healthy cooking. They sell pastry and baked goods, and organic and natural products as well.
Shiraz - Gourmet Café - 100 metros al este de la Rotonda de la Hispanidad
San Pedro - Phone: 506 280 4837
How would you like to be welcomed with a tall glass of complimentary champagne? Well, in this excellent café, restaurant and wine cellar, that is exactly how you are treated. The place is cozy and warm, and has three different sections to fit your mood.
The music is soft and peaceful, and the menu ranges from pizzas to European Haute Cuisine and delicious desserts.
Imported wines and beer, as well as a delicatessen are part of the offering. It is a special place for those special moments.
Soda Castro - A Local Tradition - Avenida 10, Calle 2 y 4, San José -
Phone: 506 222 3452
Envision a bowl of chopped tropical fruits: ripe sweet bananas, fragrant papaya, red watermelon and pineapple, topped with vanilla ice-cream, sour cream and jelly, and you will be transported to paradise!
Or, how about a Sandwich Lorenzo, where thin layers of meat, tomato, lettuce and smashed beans, inside a loaf of baguette bread awakens the lust of the holiest dieter. Soda Castro is this and much more. If you get lost, ask anyone. Everybody knows where it is!
Soda Central - Fast Food - Avenida 1, Calles 3/5, San José - Phone: 506 221 9085
Very popular among students and young people, this inexpensive restaurant offers great coffee, snacks, drinks and a variety of light meals, including deep-fried meats in corn dough, chicken with rice or eggs, sandwiches and jellies. Its central location makes it very convenient, especially if you have been shopping in the commercial areas.
Soda Tapia - 100 m. north of National Gymnasium, (old favorite), Sabana Este
San Jose - 506-222-6743
Great place for business meetings, with friends and business associates, super breakfasts & Lunches - Outdoor Verandah-nice variety of sandwiches and yummy fruit salads, enjoy a cold cerveza with your meal-relax & "people watch"!
Also Bar - after work watering hole - occasional Live Music!
Tanaka - Traditional Japanese Restaurant - De Plaza Mayor, 1 km al oeste
Rhormoser, San José - Phone: 506 296 2255, 1 506 391 9375
Delicate Japanese dishes are served here in a familiar atmosphere. Located in the western side of the city, they offer a delicious sushi bar and an extensive 60-dish menu, including some original recipes. Exquisite Sake is served in the traditional way. If you are not a big connoisseur of Japanese food, the waiters are always glad to give you some advice.
The chicken or pork yakitori is highly recommended, as is the fried gyoza and the tako sashimi. Most of their plates are known because of their original combinations of meat, pork, garlic, ginger and other ingredients.
Tin Jo - Chinese Exotic - Calle 11. Avenidas 6 y 8, San José - Phone: 506 257 3622
More, much more than a Chinese restaurant, this is a culinary experience of different tastes and flavors from all of Asia. Here, you can try specialties from India, Indonesia, Thailand, Burma, Vietnam, Japan and, of course, China.
It is not unusual, then, that a mixture of smells comes from the kitchen including curry, ginger, soy, lemon grass, garlic and onions, in a parade of magical olfactory seduction. When you feel it is time for a gastronomic change, the Tin Jo can give you a marvelous culinary tour through those exotic places.
Restaurants in Escazu and Pavas area…Café Urbano - Elite Bar-Café - Centro Comercial el Cruce - Escazú
Phone: 506 228 6697
Describing this place is difficult. It is a café and a bar; it has a bohemian atmosphere, but is also elegant and exquisite in its decoration and details. It is romantic, but it may get loud. It has great food, but is not a restaurant. It is very, very "in" and exclusive.
Here, you will meet members of high society, politicians and a wide array of artists, TV and media personalities, and models. Dressing properly and creating a successful image are a must. European cuisine and imported wines comprise the menu.
Carlos' n Charlie's - For the Young at Heart - Centro Comercial Multiplaza, GuachipelÃn
Escazú - Phone: 506 288 1182
No, it does not mean that your name has to be Carlos or Charlie to get in here. However, many well-known personalities throughout history with that name hang on the walls with a welcoming smile. The menu at this bi-level bar and restaurant offers Mexican specialties.
The bar is on the first floor, while the restaurant is on the second floor, although Wednesday nights both levels fuse into one with an all-you-can-eat-and-drink special offer, which includes beer, tequila and burritos, tacos, for just 3,000 colones! Trendy music and a good atmosphere also enhance this place.
Cerutti - High-quality Italian Hostaria - En el cruce a San Rafael de Escazú
Phone: 506 228 4511
In a setting of magnificent elegance, with imported antique furniture from Italy of exquisite good taste, a 100-year-old building houses the "HostarÃa" Cerutti. The taste of refinement and luxury extends well beyond décor and into the menu.
Here, dishes are prepared with imported ingredients from Europe including cheeses, sausages, and meat. Elaboration is carried out to the highest standards of Haute Cuisine.
Chango - Casual Atmosphere - 500 metros al sur del cruce, San Rafael - Escazú
Phone: 506 228 1173
Located at the famous "golden mile" of Escazú, which is one of the best commercial and residential areas in the Metropolitan area, you can find Chango. No "monkey business" here, just great food, drinks and music. This place has a casual and informal atmosphere, but surrounded by savoir-faire and a cosmopolitan ambiance.
It is open during the afternoons, so you can enjoy coffee or tea with pastries.
You can also have drinks and snacks at the bar if you do not feel like having a full meal. Features : Al Fresco, Steak & Barbecue, Fish & Seafood.
Eurocafé - More than a Café - 300 metros al este del cruce de Santa Ana, San Rafael de Escazú - Phone: 506 289 5206
Amid the blue and the yellow tones of the walls that create a balanced and warm atmosphere, Eurocafé awaits its patrons. The menu goes far beyond croissants and pies.
Here, jumbo shrimps in an almond sauce dance a waltz with sirloin medallions, while a peach strudel waits in line. No doubt, this is a different place that well deserves a visit.
Exótico Oriente - From a Faraway Land - 100 metros al oeste del cruce, San Rafael -
Escazú - Phone: 506 228 5980
In this exotic restaurant, the smells of curry, ginger and herbs will seduce your taste buds and entice your appetite with the promise of a delicious Thai or Indonesian specialty.
The restaurant itself is small and unpretentious, and so are the prices, so this is a great place to experience this particular cuisine in the tranquility of an informal atmosphere.
Ãcarus - Cozy Haute Cuisine Restaurant - 2 kilómetros al norte del puente de GuachipelÃn - Escazú - Phone: 506 289 5330
This restaurant very well deserves such a mythological name, since the food is absolutely "out of this world" and close to "Ambrosia" (food for the gods).
The place is small and candlelit, and the china, glassware and silverware are exquisite. The atmosphere is cozy and intimate and offers a wide variety of imported wines. The menu favors international Haute Cuisine with a strong European influx. Additionally, chamber music is performed live on Friday and Saturday nights.
Le Monastere - Elegant French Restaurant - San Rafael de Escazú
Phone: 506 289 4404, 1 506 228 6370
Located on the Escazú hills, a few kilometers west of San José, Le Monastere offers a magnificent 280° view of the Central Valley. The restaurant is completely decorated with the style of a medieval abbey, and tries to preserve a mystic and elegant atmosphere.
The menu offers delicious entrees, international dishes, a great variety of wines and champagnes, and exquisite desserts. After dinner, you can enjoy the casual and relaxed ambiance of La Cava, a small rustic tavern at the restaurant's basement.
Mirage - French Gourmet Haute Cuisine - Hotel Camino Real - GuachipelÃn - Escazú
Phone: 506 289 7000
So you want to go in style? No problem! Rent a limo, buy yourself a new suit (and the like for your companion) and make it over to Mirage.
Aside from these small extras, merely visiting Mirage may cost a small fortune if you add some drinks to your dinner. The décor, silverware and china are absolutely elegant and exquisite, as is the attention to detail and service. And of course, the food is superb and worthy of a Cordon Bleu distinction.
Sabor a leña - Pizza with a Special Taste - 500 metros al sur del cruce de San Rafael
Escazú Phone: 506 228 1491
What makes the difference of one pizza, from one parlor to another? Well, aside from the quality and quantity of the ingredients and the dough, pizzas cooked on a wood oven really give them a special flavor! This place has two levels, with a bar on the first floor and a terrace on the second.
The menu is very large with well over 40 different pizza combinations, and many pasta dishes. You will find salads and deserts as well. There is also another location in San Francisco de Dos RÃos.
Barbecue Los Anonos Famous San Jose Steakhouse - San Rafael de Escazú,
600 mts oeste del puente de Los Anonos, San José - Phone: 506 228 0180
Probably one of the oldest Steak Houses in San Jose, Los Anonos Restaurant has a high clientele. A simple and nice décor, with long tables and benches and baked clay tiles, gives this place a warm and cozy ambiance. Grilled and barbecued meats are the specialty, and the cuts are generous.
Dishes include refried black beans, salad and ripe grilled plantains on the side. Seafood selections are also very good and you can try the typical delicious dessert at the end of your meal.
"Pavas" and “Escazu†Restaurant ReviewsBar Zulu - 250 metros al oeste de la estación de bomberos - Pavas (Near Escazu)
Phone: 506 296 3885
This is no ordinary flight into the night. At Zulu, you can enjoy a quiet dinner in the restaurant area, or cocktails, drinks and "bocas’ in the bar - where airplane and chopper models hang…… You can even dance to the latest hits, and the rhythm of the lasers and the spinning of the lights. No jet lag guaranteed! Atmosphere & Fun!
La Granja - Good Typical Food - Diagonal a la clÃinica Virgen del Loretto
Pavas, (Near Escazu) - Phone: 506 290 5858
This establishment is roomy and well ventilated, with long wooden tables and benches like those in a picnic park. The kitchen is open to the customers, so you can appreciate the preparation and cooking process.
Ladies dressed in "campesino" outfits grind the corn for the delicious chorreadas that are served with sour cream, or cut the vegetables and meats for a traditional meat pot. This restaurant is very typical, clean and affordable.
Le Café - Great Café and Restaurant - 200 metros oeste de Plaza Mayor
Pavas (Near Escazu) - Phone: 506 290 1453
In the warmth of earth colors combined with antique pieces of glazed earthenware hanging here and there, this place is ideal to gather with a friend and to share the intimacy of a good conversation.
While you might think this is just a café for desserts and pastries, the menu proves you wrong, as it offers a variety of full meal dishes including meats, chicken and fish with a tendency towards French Haute Cuisine. Great food and cozy ambiance are combined here for a wonderful gastronomic experience.
Restaurante Isla Verde - Spicy Chinese Specialties - 300 metros al oeste de la Embajada de Estados Unidos - Pavas (Near Escazu) - Phone: 506 296 5068
Slipping away from the traditional Chinese décor, where the red, green and gold colors, porcelain Budas and paper-folding lamps fill the space, this restaurant has a more neutral atmosphere. Regarding the menu, no little cardboard "to go" boxes with fast-food versions of the real thing either. This place is wonderful to indulge in traditional Chinese cuisine at its finest, including some delicious spicy dishes.
Santa Ana & Alajuela Restaurant Reviews"La Cebolla Verde" Restaurant & Bar - on Old Road - towards Escazu, after the curve from Santa Ana, on hilltop), Santa Ana
Tipico Bar with outside dining as well, excellent grilled meats and Pescado Entero......chalupas! New Exciting Menu! Great place to meet with friends in the afternoon for food and drinks!
Relaxing atmosphere.....
Tex Mex Restaurant & Bar- Central Santa Ana - 506-282-6342
Open dining and cocktails, fresh air, lively atmosphere and music, very tasty Southwestern and Mexican Food, different from Tico food, nice variety of dishes. Pretty Cocktail Waitresses........Meet new people, favorite haunt of "Gringos" and Ticos alike.
Fun mixed ambiance! Great Parties & Fiestas! Sometimes Weekend Musicians........will surprize you.........with Southern Texas Jazz.......
La Peña de Cantares - Food, Drinks and Costa Rican Folklore - 800 metros al este de la Cruz Roja, Santa Ana - Phone: 506 282 5441
In a very old adobe house with thick white walls, that many claim are bewitched, this peña (friends meeting place) welcomes its guests. Owned by two members of the traditional and very well-known cultural music group Cantares, it has a unique Costa Rican décor and atmosphere, including coffee sacks and oxcarts. The menu is typical Costa Rican. Friday nights, Cantares performs, and on Sundays, at lunchtime, there are special activities for Ch*ldren.
Rancho Macho Miriador Restaurant- Turn right at Cruz Roja, about 3 blocks, turn left at Egyptian Bar - go about 2 miles, watch for sign on right-turn right at sign and up the hill to the top! Santa Ana
Beautiful View of the Valley-cool breezes, grilled meats, casadas, excellent Tico food! Watch Cabayeros ride the mountain!
Enjoy cocktails and Live Music....mostly on the weekends. Open dining, relaxed atmosphere with a touch of romance!
Patagonia - Art-Bar and Disco-Restaurant - 2 kilómetros al oeste de la Cruz Roja
Santa Ana - Phone: 506 282 4791
Although here you will not find "gauchos" riding horses, drinking "mate," or cooking huge steaks over open charcoal pits, this place offers a variety of activities all in one place.
The restaurant features a menu that ranges from light entrées and burgers to steak Argentinean style.
There is also an open patio that presents live concerts of local rock groups, and a disco with the latest musical hits. On this Patagonia you do not need to ride for endless hours to enjoy a bit of everything!
Restaurante La Luz - Every Dish a Work of Art - Hotel Alta Alto de las Palomas Alto de las Palomas, Santa Ana - Phone: 506 282 4162
Within the exquisite Mediterranean architecture of the small Hotel Alta, where the warm terracotta thick walls and forged iron conspire in a tower-like structure that overlooks the splendid and fertile Santa Ana Valley, this restaurant breathes sober elegance and savoir-faire. The menu is different for lunch and dinner; lunch is mainly focused on light meals including sandwiches and hamburgers. For that special treat you deserve from time to time, La Luz shines on top of the Doves Hill.
Alajuela Restaurant Reviews*New Restaurant! A Delightful getaway in the middle of downtown!
Jardin de Orquidea - "Real" Excellent Chinese cuisine - 150 meters Oeste del mercado Frente a Diasa, Alajuela - 506-430-4289 - Proprietor: "Estefany Lin"
Nestled in a hidden alcove - in the middle of downtown.......is a surprising "Orchid Garden", when you walk into the Jardin de Orchidea you are surrounded by beautiful, live orchids, in a tranquil, classy atmosphere.
The food is excellent, with a cute little bar.....the food is served sizzling on platters right at your table, and the service is sharp! Enjoy wine or a cocktail with your meal. Very reasonable prices.....and a real getaway from the hustle and bustle on the street outside........like a little paradise. We recommend this restaurant very highly.
La Mansarda Bar & Restaurant - 25 metes Sur de la Cathedral and Central parque,
(Restaurant is upstairs - balcony) Alajuela - 506-441-4390 - Proprietor: "Carlos Arroyave"
Nice little, open balcony - to enjoy the views and people watch.... Specialize in Seafood and Tico food, nice place to stop and enjoy lunch while shopping in Alajuela, relaxed atmosphere and very good service. Enjoy Beer & Cocktails.. Inexpensive.
Bar Restaurante La Jarra - Traditional Food in Alajuela - Calle 2, Avenida 2, Alajuela
This is a bar and restaurant that offers traditional food for very reasonable prices. Dishes include fried plantains, beans, chicken, beef and various rice- based recipes. From the windows of the restaurant, you can enjoy a pleasant view of the Parque Juan SantamarÃa. The atmosphere is very relaxed and it is easy to spend a few hours over a coffee here. There are also a number of vegetarian options, mostly involving eggs. Here, you can also enjoy a well-chilled beer with a little lime.
Chubascos - Costa Rican Temptations - Un kilómetro al norte de la laguna de Fraijanes
Carretera al volcán Poas, Alajuela - Phone: 506 482 2069
Although Costa Rica does not have a "wine culture," much of the typical foods include barbecued meat cuts, chicken and pork. Additionally, these foods, including good, tender, juicy steak, deserve a great wine to go along with it!
This restaurant offers a good selection of imported wines. It is a great place to go when visiting the Poas volcano. Additionally, they claim that all their food is organic. Steak & Barbecue, organic foods.
La Tercaz - Tasty Sandwiches - Avenida 7, Calle 2, Alajuela - Phone: 506 441 2662
If you are in Alajuela, and you want to take a break from your travels, this restaurant is a great place to stop and sample some local sandwiches and foods. Conveniently located across from the south side of the Parque Central, this is a simple restaurant where you can get a delicious home-style meal at a good price. Their various tasty sandwiches cost about 190 and are an excellent choice for a quick and inexpensive meal during the day.
Las Planchas - Typical Food Close to the Airport - 4 kilometros al oeste del Aeropuerto Juan SantamarÃa, Alajuela - Phone: 506 441 2555
Surrounded by a nice garden, this restaurant takes the traditional Costa Rican cuisine one step beyond with its preparation and presentation. You can enjoy all these delicious dishes on a brick terrace outdoors in a fresh setting. A wonderful buffet is offered on Sundays with a wide selection of dishes, so you can try a little of everything. Breakfast is served at 6am to please the "early birds." This restaurant is located at the Hotel Aeropuerto.
Le Gourmet - A Flavor Paradise - Hotel Martino. 150 metros al este del Zoologico Ave
La Garita, Alajuela - Phone: 506 433 8382
Far away from the noise and congestion of the city, in the Hotel Martino Spa, this restaurant waits for its guests, with tables dressed in white and surrounded by the warmth of dark wood. A large terrace with iron and glass furniture overlooks a beautiful and exotic garden, and the pool provides an option to those who prefer eating al fresco. The menu is a combination of international cuisine focused on Italian specialties. For gourmet dining in a tranquil and warm atmosphere, Le Gourmet is a good option.
Restaurante La Casa - From the Heart of the Argentinean Pampa - 800 m al oeste de la Plaza, La Garita, Alajuela - Phone: 506 487 5587
Evoking the passion and tradition of the Argentinean Pampas cuddled in the woods of an old house with a scent of age, coal and roast, La Casa Restaurant invites you to gather with old friends or new dates. A melancholic and nostalgic tango, or Piazzolla's accordion in the background carries the soul of the audience to remote places that taste like wine and "mate." The Churrasco, the Bife de Chorizo and the Parrillada all seem to join on your behalf while they roast to a perfect medium rare, just waiting to satiate the appetite of the crowd.
Rincón de Colombia - A Corner of South America - A cuatrocientos metros de la intersección de la carretera con Heredia, Rio Segundo, Alajuela - Phone: 506 441 7006
In a large terrace of simple décor, furnished with plastic white chairs and tables, you can enjoy authentic Colombian food. Although South American food has many varieties, each country has its own specialties, flavors and dishes. Therefore, if you are curious to find out what this country offers in the best of its traditional cuisine at a moderate price, you can visit this restaurant. They do not sell alcoholic beverages, but have very good natural juices available.
La Jarra Garibaldi Restaurant & Bar - in Plaza Garibaldi, La Trinidad, (West side of Alajuela) 506-441-6708
Popular, indoor-outdoor, extensive menu, nice variety, fun & relaxed garden atmosphere, romantic, ranchito bar, karaoke on tuesdays.....live music on the weekends. Moderately priced, cover charge on tuesdays, fridays, and saturdays - 1,000 colones.
El Mirador Bar & Restaurant - (On left side hill top - on the road to Poas) Alajuela
Opens noon till 2:00am, beautiful views of the valley. Wide variety of Tico food and cocktails. Friendly atmosphere, indoor-outdoor dining. Wed - Karaoke - Frequent live music on weekends - no cover. Nice getaway!
Mirador El Valle Restaurant & Bar - (On left side hill top - on the road to Poas) 6 km north of Court, Alajuela - 506-441-7318
Opens noon till midnight. Romantic view, Tico Food, seafood specials, frequent live music on the weekends!
Mirador La Luna Restaurant & Bar - (On left side hill top - on the road to Poas) 700m. west of Pilas School, Alajuela - 506-442-3820
Great View, variety of Tico Food and specialties. Weekends: 11:00 to 2:00am - Mon - Thurs; 3:00pm till 2:00am. Karaoke, piped - in music.
Heredia, Curridibat, Tacares Restaurant ReviewsAntonio´s Italian Restaurant & Cigar Room - Entre Hotel Herradura y Hotel Meliá Cariari
Cariari, Heredia - Phone: 506 293 0622 - E-Mail: mailto:Palermo@sol.racsa.co.cr
Antonio, the owner, directed a couple of famous Italian restaurants back in New York. He has now established himself in Costa Rica and placed his Ristorante at Cariari. He specializes in grill and seafood. His famous Calamari in Casserole and his Cotoletta di Vitello Ripiena are very wise choices. They have romantic live piano music and happy-hour every afternoon. They also have a cigar room offering the best cigar brands, cognac and fine liquors.
Casa Dubon Music and Poetry - 6 kilómetros del puente del Estadio Saprissa, Sobre carretera a Guápiles, Heredia - Phone: 506 240 2753
The temperature outside is chilly, and a thin fog floats over the highway creating a melancholic and nostalgic ambiance. Once inside, a small crowd of people gather at tables around a stage or at the bar, chatting softly. Suddenly, someone with a guitar on his hands, and panic in his ear, begins to present his poems, for a long time kept secretly to himself.
This is a peña, or friends' meeting place, for art lovers and aficionados. Good food and liquors are also available here to spice up the night.
El Banco de los Mariscos - Fruits From the Sea - Del parque, 500 metros oeste
Santa Bárbara de Heredia - Heredia - Phone: 506 269 9090
This place is so large that if the tables were moved away, you could easily play a game of "papi-football" with your friends. But there is a reason for its size: this is one of the best-known marisquerÃas, or seafood places in this country, and every weekend it gets packed to the top.
Decoration is simple, with small, plastic terrace and a family-like atmosphere. You will find every kind of seafood and fish in very different preparations, in good portions and at a reasonable price. Our favorite is the Rio Lobsters in Garlic Butter! Yummy!
El Ceviche del Rey - With a Little Chili - Centro Comercial Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo de Heredia - Phone: 506 244 2985
Ceviche or Cebiche? It looks like it really does not matter but one thing is for sure, it is just delicious! Probably, the confusion starts with the story of this dish. Mexicans say it is Mexican, and Peruvians claim it as their own, but what is it anyway? Small chunks of fresh fish cooked in a marinade of lemon juice and some other secret ingredients. In this Peruvian restaurant, they serve it their way, with raw red-onion rings, corncobs and yam with a hint of hot chili.
Here, you can try a wide array of Peruvian specialties as well.
El Rancho de Fofo - Three in One - 100 metros al oeste de la Universidad Nacional - Heredia - Phone: 506 261 2200
Seen from the outside, El Rancho de Fofo looks like a simple bar with two twins next to it, Caramba, similar to a small tavern, and Mariscos y Más, more like a restaurant.
They all connect internally trough a "secret" hallway, so if you get tired of the music and atmosphere of one place, just move to the other without even going through the main door. An extensive menu of international food, snacks and cocktails are served in all three places.
El Refugio del Chef Jacques - French Cuisine on the Mountains - 3.5 kilómetros al norte de la plaza de Barva de Heredia - San José de la Montaña - Heredia -
Phone: 506 261 5319
Reminiscent of a fairy tale, the wooden cottage that houses this cozy and romantic restaurant is embedded on the most beautiful mountains in Costa Rica. With a magnificent view, and a climate cool and mystic, this place is ideal to taste the exclusive dishes of Chef Jacques from Belgium, along with a wonderful bottle of wine.
In the tradition of the best French Haute Cuisine, a romantic and warm atmosphere provides a fabulous experience.......with romance!
El Restaurante Campeón - Chinese Food Specialists - Avenidas 2/4, Calle Central
Heredia - Phone: 506 237 4631
This is a Chinese restaurant that is located 60 meters south of the southeast corner of the Parque Central. A favorite with locals, you can dine here on a variety of Chinese specialties including dishes made with chicken, meat and fish. For vegetarians, meatless selections are also available. This restaurant is open on Sunday and has late-night hours daily. While in the area, this is a good restaurant to visit for quality Chinese food at affordable rates.
La Casa del Café - Gourmet Café - Marriott Hotel - San Antonio de Belén - Heredia
Phone: 506 298 0000
Within the beautiful colonial architecture of the Marriott Hotel where the wood, forged metal work, stone and clay blends in perfect harmony to produce an atmosphere of peace, this café gives you the chance to taste some of the best gourmet coffees available.
Add a succulent pastry, a piece of pie, or perhaps a croissant, and you are on the verge of committing a sin of lust! Surrounded by a garden of coffee plants, this is the right place to discover the magical world of Costa Rican coffee with European heritage.
Palenque de Ojo de Agua - Dancing and Orchestra - Frente al Balneario Ojo de Agua
La Rivera de Belén - Heredia - Phone: 506 441 1309
If you feel like "shaking your body" (or at least looking and learning) to the rhythm of a Latin dance orchestra, then this is the right spot, with a capacity of as many as 700 people, each drinking, dancing, eating and chatting.
These kinds of places are very popular among the "ticos" of blood and soul, so stopping by is more like a cultural experience. The live orchestras perform weekends only, including Sundays.
Sakura - Japanese Cuisine Legend - Hotel Herradura - Intersección a San Antonio de Belén - Heredia - Phone: 506 239 0033
Sakura, in few words, is the traditional expression of the best of the best in Japanese cuisine. Everything here has the unique stamp of a first-class restaurant in Japan, from the décor to the tatami and the teppan yaki, where a skilled chef cuts, slices and prepares the most delicious specialties, with the artistry of a swordsman.
No doubt that the spirit and the ritual of this fascinating country lives in this restaurant.
Vishnu - Vegetarian's Delight - Avenidas Central/1, Calle 7 - Heredia
Phone: 506 237 2526
At this vegetarian restaurant,, located four blocks east of the Parque Central, fans of meatless dishes will find a number of tasty salads and sandwiches to try including sandwiches made on pita bread. The restaurant is separated into small rooms and the environment is open and airy. The restaurant's staff is also friendly and helpful. If you are in the area and are looking to eat vegetarian cuisine, this restaurant is worth a visit.
Curridibat, & Tacares Restaurant ReviewsK&S - Brewery and Restaurant - Centro Comercial Plaza Cristal - 600 metros al sur de la Pops - Curridabat - Phone: 506 283 7583
New K&S - Brewery and Restaurant Location:
Proprietor: Jason Cespedes - Phone: 506 494 - 2573 - Grecia - Costa Rica
Known lovingly as the "Casa de Phantasmos" ( a haunted mansion) overlooking the green valley..........In "Tacares", on your way to Grecia…..
Beautiful View of the surrounding valley, in this "haunted" ancient two-story mansion! Featuring: Great German Beers and Wines! Really excellent German Food and Seafood Specials. Music, Dancing, and Romance & Fun in the Night time!
And they also sell the "World Class" Cigars from Vegas de Santiago – Manufacturer of Fine Cigars from Costa Rica!
What comes in a tall glass or a chubby jar, has a light body sometimes, or sometimes is strong and smelly, and always, always, sports bubbling thick foam as a hairdo? Beer! At K&S you can refresh your heart and soul with these wonderful German-style beers, made on the premises in huge bronze tanks that sit off to one side. The taste and smell is different than the bottled beers on the market, so if you love this drink, you will love K&S. Excellent German Food and Seafood Specialties!"
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