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Don Rufino, La Fortuna, L Fortuna

Don Rufino

4.7 (688)
$30 and under
International
Calle 466 Ave 142, Downtown, La Fortuna, L Fortuna 1417

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2 people
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7:30 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Romantic
Don Rufino is about contemporary food, with a local touch. Fine, local, fresh ingredients, the use of novel cooking techniques and great passion, are the main components found in our kitchen and in each dish served.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, Fusion / Eclectic, Meat
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Santiago Fernández Benedeto

What 688 people are saying

Don Rufino reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Costa Rica

    Hot spot

  • Costa Rica

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Don Rufino in La Fortuna offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service." Guests rave about the "creative dishes" and "attentive staff," making it a "must try" for visitors. The atmosphere is upscale yet welcoming, and the menu features a refined take on traditional Costa Rican and international cuisines.
688 Reviews
  1. Nara

    Costa Rica1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! The food is one of a kind and the staff super gentle

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  2. Carlos VIP

    Hawaii17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service, good recommendations by server, the croquettes were very good, the ravioli was OK, the pork ribs were very tasty.

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  3. Bruce

    Detroit3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We wanted to enjoy an evening in La Fortuna while traveling in CR. We found this restaurant on the internet and after reading the reviews and looking over the menu we decided we’d try it. We couldn’t have been more pleased. From the moment we sat down the service and attention we received was incredible. Our food came at a steady pace and we didnt wait long between courses. The quality and taste was superb. I’d recommend this restaurant to anyone traveling in the La Fortuna area.

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  4. Luis

    Washington DC22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and fine dining in the middle of La Fortuna. Do not miss experiencing Don Rufino’s refined take on typical Costa Rican traditional dishes as well as their Costa Rican twist on traditional Spanish and Italian dishes.

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  5. Samantha VIP

    Philadelphia County26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was amazing! Our best meal in Costa Rica! Highly recommend!

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  6. Brittany

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in La Fortuna! The food was outstanding, service wonderful! Definitely a must try.

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  7. Dana VIP

    Philadelphia County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our food was delicious and the staff was all friendly and helpful. Solid choice for dinner!

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  8. Jeffrey

    Costa Rica2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A must for lunch or dinner on a trip to La Fortuna.

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  9. Adam

    Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our favorite restaurant in La Fortuna. The Appetizers were outstanding. We loved the shredded beef ravioli. Only feedback was that our Filet was a bit undercooked (asked for Medium and it was definitely Medium rare) - but still a delicious cut of meat!

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  10. Julie VIP

    Las Vegas58 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dinner, absolutely loved “grandma’s chicken”

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FAQs

Don Rufino is rated 4.7 stars by 688 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. Costa Rica
  3. Costa Rica
  4. Alajuela
  5. Alajuela

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Google Map for Don Rufino

Calle 466 Ave 142, Downtown, La Fortuna, L Fortuna 1417

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Alajuela
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, Fusion / Eclectic, Meat
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Santiago Fernández Benedeto
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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