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Jaguar Negro, Rafael, Escazú

Jaguar Negro

4.7 (1097)
$30 and under
Mexican
Casa7bancas, Calle Real San, Rafael, Escazú 00000

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
The experience begins as you step through the doors of Jaguar Negro, transporting you to a Mexican tropical oasis imbued with relaxed vibes and casual elegance.
You first encounter a secret garden surrounded by water and native Mexican plants, setting the stage for a sonic, sensory, and visual journey that takes you to Mexico without leaving Costa Rica.
Our menu is inspired by cantina cuisine, traditional dishes, and ancestral techniques that enrich every preparation. Everything is enjoyed around a table designed for sharing

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Meat, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Sat, Sun 8:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Formal Attire
  • Executive chef
    Rodrigo Montesinos
  • Private party facilities
    It is an honor for us to be part of this special moment.At Jaguar Negro, we are committed to providing you with an exceptional experience, tailored to your needs and expectations. Please contact our customer service department; we will be delighted to assist you.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    San José
  • Parking details
    Guarded Parking Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • HAPPY HOUR

    $5.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    SALUD! Ven a probar el NUEVO Cantina HAPPY HOUR - Tragos, botanas y tequila - Lunes a Viernes de 4:00PM a 6:30PM en la Cantina Jaguar y nuestro Cantina Garden
    HAPPY HOUR Photo
  • BRUNCH

    $12.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Disfruta de la comida más importante del día con el sabor único de Jaguar Negr0! Nuestro menú de brunch está disponible los Sábados y Domingos a partir de las 8am.
    BRUNCH Photo
  • TAQUERIA

    $19.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    NUEVO MENU DE TAQUERIA en Jaguar Negro - Tacos -Enchiladas - Costras - Sopas - Ensaladas - Al mejor estilo Jaguar Disponible de Lunes a Viernes de 12:00MD a 4:00PM
    TAQUERIA Photo

What 1,097 people are saying

Jaguar Negro 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Costa Rica

    Great for brunch

  • Costa Rica

    Hot spot

  • Costa Rica

    Neighborhood gem

  • San José

    Best Overall

  • San José

    Best Service

  • San José

    Best Ambiance

  • San José

    Best Value

  • San José

    Good for groups

  • San José

    Hot spot

  • San José

    Neighborhood gem

  • San José

    Great for outdoor dining

  • San José

    Romantic

  • San José

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jaguar Negro offers a "trendy and bohemian atmosphere" with "incredible food and drinks." Guests rave about the "amazing" margaritas and tacos, while the octopus tostada is a surprising delight. The "service was impeccable" and the ambiance is "like dining in Mexico." A beautiful restaurant with "fantastic" servers and "stunning" views.
1,097 Reviews
  1. Alejandro

    Costa Rica1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Luego agradable y acogedor, precios medianamente altos, pero se ajusta a la experiencia y servicio.

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  2. Belinda

    Caribbean1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing restaurant from the food to the service. Definitely a must!

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  3. Ro VIP

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I felt like I was in the jungle! Service impeccable, margs spot on and the tacos were delic! Highly recommend!

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  4. Ana

    Costa Rica1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Agradecemos la excelente atención, un trato maravilloso y cordial en todo momento, la comida deliciosa. Pasamos una noche agradable y amena.

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  5. Kiara

    Costa Rica2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    La comida y la atención siempre excelente! Volveríamos mil veces

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  6. Olivia

    Denver4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend! Trendy and bohemian atmosphere. Incredible food and drinks and I cannot say enough about how cool the atmosphere was. Waitstaff was very nice as well.

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  7. Andres

    Costa Rica1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Comida deliciosa y un ambiente agradable, para volver :)

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  8. Ruben VIP

    Costa Rica9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El personal es muy atento, recibimos mas invitados de los esperado y rápidamente nos lograron acomodar en sector bastante cómodo, haciendo nuestra celebración de cumpleaños un éxito. Súper recomendado

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  9. MarthaR

    Costa Rica6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    ¡Excelente atención de Jonathan! ¡La picanha estaba espectacular, en el término solicitado!

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  10. Kalia

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Drink was amazing 😻. Food was good as well. Had a mind a little incident with something I had ordered, but the staff was very kind to help.

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FAQs

Jaguar Negro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 8858 2222.

Jaguar Negro is rated 4.7 stars by 1097 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Jaguar Negro

Casa7bancas, Calle Real San, Rafael, Escazú 00000

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    San José
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Sat, Sun 8:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Meat, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Formal Attire
  • Parking details
    Guarded Parking Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Rodrigo Montesinos
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    It is an honor for us to be part of this special moment.At Jaguar Negro, we are committed to providing you with an exceptional experience, tailored to your needs and expectations. Please contact our customer service department; we will be delighted to assist you.
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