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Cala Luna Origen Restaurante - Tamarindo
Price: Expensive•Fusion / Eclectic•4.9(13)At Cala Luna Origen, we nourish your senses daily through delicious home-grown ingredients organically grown at our homestead La Senda and gastronomic farm to table dinners.
The chef’s team conjures dishes that combine international cuisine with Costa Rican flavors to deliver one-of-a-kind tastes amid an intimate setting.Natu Speakeasy Bar
Price: Expensive•Cocktail Bar•4.9(26)Welcome to Natu – A Hidden Gem in Monteverde
Discover Natu, an exclusive speakeasy bar tucked away in the heart of Monteverde, Costa Rica. Inspired by Costa Rica's natural wonders, Natu offers an exceptional cocktail menu where each drink is a tribute to the vibrant ecosystems around us. Our cocktails are a sensorial experience, crafted to transport you to the lush rainforests, misty cloud forests, and pristine beaches through unique flavors and aromas.
Indulge in our creative fine dining menu, designed to be as adventurous as it is refined. Each dish is thoughtfully prepared. Enjoy your meal in a relaxed, intimate setting with a cool mix of music, setting the perfect tone for the night.
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Tropic Tamarindo Costarican Cousine
Price: Very Expensive•Latin American•4.8(31)Tropic is a vibrant restaurant near the beach in a lush, jungle inspired setting, known for its creative Costa Rican cuisine, features fresh, locally sourced ingredients present in fun and imaginative ways. Tropic provides an unforgettable experience, blending the flavors of Costa Rica with a modern twist and offering unique tropical cocktails.Pesce - Four Seasons Costa Rica
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.9(107)Elegant evenings are effortless with our classic Italian cuisine, featuring local seafood, pastas and an extensive wine list, amid panoramic ocean views.
Meso
Price: Moderate•Mediterranean•4.7(30)Explore our newest restaurant and prepare your taste buds for “Mesoterranean cuisine,” an innovative blend of vibrant Mediterranean flavors with a touch of Mesoamerican influence, complemented with refreshing tropical renditions of classic Mediterranean cocktails. Located at Nacascolo beach at Casa de Playa.Gusto Lindora
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(10)Gusto Lindora es un elegante restaurante ubicado en Santa Ana, Costa Rica, en el área de Lindora. Ofrece una experiencia gastronómica refinada, especializada en cocina italiana con un toque moderno. El menú incluye una variedad de pastas artesanales, pizzas, mariscos frescos y carnes de alta calidad. El ambiente es sofisticado pero acogedor, con una decoración contemporánea y un enfoque en brindar un servicio atento. Es ideal tanto para cenas románticas como para reuniones de negocios o eventos especiales. Además, cuenta con una selección de vinos finos que complementan perfectamente los platos.
Restaurante Chirriboca
Price: Expensive•International•4.8(51)PANORAMIC RESTAURANT
Immerse yourself in an unparalleled dining experience at Restaurante Chirriboca, where elegance meets nature. Perched with a breathtaking panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean and the Nosara Biological Reserve, our guests are treated to stunning vistas of Playa Nosara, Playa Ostional, Rio Nosara, and Rio Montaña. Indulge in our global classics infused with local flavors, offering fresh, delicious, and gluten-friendly options. Enjoy a warm ambiance and exceptional service that ensures a memorable dining experience. Join us and savor the beauty of nature with every bite.Huacas Restaurant
Price: Moderate•Contemporary Latin•4.7(107)Huacas Restaurant at Tierra Magnifica is an elegant open air restaurant for guests 15 and older, with the best view in Nosara, offering creative dishes and mixology crafted with ingredients from the surrounding community, the real flavors of Costa Rica.
We want you to taste the Earth and Ocean with every meal we prepare for you.
*All dietary restrictions and desires are happily accommodated. (Vegan, Keto, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, etc).
Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner every day of the week.
15-year-old and above age policy.
No pets allowed.
PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU ARE RESERVING A TABLE AT HUACAS RESTAURANT, LOCATED IN TIERRA MAGNIFICA BOUTIQUE HOTEL, UP THE HILL IN LAS HUACAS, OVERLOOKING PLAYA GUIONES.
OUR BEACH RESTAURANT HUACAS CANTINA AT THE BEACH BREAK SURF CLUB AND HOTEL, IS LOCATED IN THE HEART OF PLAYA GUIONES. HUACAS CANTINA IS A CASUAL BEACH BAR AND RESTAURANT AND DOES NOT ACCEPT RESERVATIONS.
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- AAdrian1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoNice experience, for a birthday celebration, recommendedMore infoOlive Garden Escazú VillagePrice: Moderate• Italian• San José•4.5
- BBenVIPTampa / Central Florida West •71 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoThe bacon slab appetizer is very unique in CR. While many other locations have an Asian themed taste, the bacon 🥓 in CR is smoked with coffee wood and have the perfect texture- c firm on the outside with a soft tasty inside that just melts almost like Kobe Beef does when served and cooked properly.More infoThe Capital Grille - San JoséPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Escazu•4.6
- BBelindaCaribbean •1 review5.0Dined on Apr 21, 2025Amazing restaurant from the food to the service. Definitely a must!More infoJaguar NegroPrice: Moderate• Mexican• San José•4.7
- MMarioCosta Rica •2 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 20, 2025Lately their dishes has decreased in size, same flavor/recipes thoughMore infoOlive Garden Terrazas LindoraPrice: Moderate• Italian• San José•4.8
- MMichelMontreal / Quebec •2 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 20, 2025Great place to celebrate my wife’s birthday with friends and familyMore infoCaffe NegroniPrice: Moderate• Bistro• Escazu•4.7
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Costa Rica is La Cosecha
The best vegan restaurants in Costa Rica are Malu at El Mangroove, Rio Bhongo Restaurant and Sentido Norte
The best vegetarian restaurants in Costa Rica are Sentido Norte, Olive Garden Escazú Village and Azotea Calle 7
The restaurants with the best service in Costa Rica are La Cosecha, Murazzi and CasAntica - Plaza Itskatzú
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Costa Rica are La Cosecha, Almar and Manzú Restaurant
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