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  1. A photo of Amana restaurant

    Amana

    Price: Moderate
    Contemporary Latin
    4.8
    (88)
    A modern culinary concept that aims to combine local ingredients with techniques and preparations from across the world.
    Located in Barrio Escalante, Amana offers an inviting, casual, and warm atmosphere right outside the heart of the capital; paired with creative dishes, attention to detail, and exceptional service.
    Our kitchen is led by San Pellegrino Young Chef 2024 Regional Finalist (Latam & Caribbean) and Costa Rican winner of the Jeunes Chefs Rôtisseurs: Kenneth Ruiz.
    Chef's Table available Thu-Sat, seating between 6:30pm and 8:30pm (8 people per night max)
  2. A photo of Olive Garden Terrazas Lindora restaurant

    Olive Garden Terrazas Lindora

    Price: Moderate
    Italian
    4.8
    (1,198)
    ¡En Olive Garden la generosidad Italiana estará siempre en tu mesa!
    Sabemos que todo en la vida es mejor en familia y por eso te ofrecemos lo mejor de la comida italiana en un ambiente muy agradable.
    Podrás disfrutar de nuestros icónicos favoritos, al mejor estilo italiano como son el Fettucine Alfredo, Tour of Italy, Lasagna Fritta y Chicken Parmigiana. Además no podes dejar de probar nuestros ilimitados de sopa, ensalada y lops mundialmente famosos breadsticks.
    ¡Te esperamos en Olive Garden porque aquí todos somos familia!
  1. A photo of Caffe Negroni restaurant

    Caffe Negroni

    Price: Moderate
    Bistro
    4.7
    (88)
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  2. A photo of Olive Garden Aleste restaurant

    Olive Garden Aleste

    Price: Expensive
    Italian
    4.4
    (480)
    ¡En Olive Garden la generosidad Italiana estará siempre en tu mesa! Sabemos que todo en la vida es mejor en familia y por eso te ofrecemos lo mejor de la comida italiana en un ambiente muy agradable. Podrás disfrutar de nuestros icónicos favoritos, al mejor estilo italiano como son el Fettucine Alfredo, Tour of Italy, Lasagna Fritta y Chicken Parmigiana. Además no podes dejar de probar nuestros ilimitados de sopa, ensalada y lops mundialmente famosos breadsticks. ¡Te esperamos en Olive Garden porque aquí todos somos familia!
  1. A photo of Doma Escalante restaurant

    Doma Escalante

    Price: Expensive
    International
    4.7
    (188)
    In the heart of Barrio Escalante, next to the iconic "El Farolito" roundabout, stands DOMA. A house of Costa Rican architecture and Spanish colonial dyes built-in 1945, which was restored for 10 long months; rescuing it from time, updating its design through a colorful façade, and giving it the value it deserves within the neighborhood.
    Our founders are dreamers, lovers of design, art, and fashion; passionate about cooking and fine dining.
    Through fresh products and honest flavors, DOMA has created a gastronomic experience with local products that arise at the foot of the volcanoes, the plains, and the Costa Rican mountains. Which are transformed into art thanks to the vision, dedication, and talent of our chefs.
    DOMA is happy to share this house, a space designed to inspire and encourage creative and entrepreneurial minds to work as a team under a feeling of community and collaboration, with the aim of serving as an oasis in the heart of San José.
  2. A photo of The Capital Grille - San José restaurant

    The Capital Grille - San José

    Price: Very Expensive
    Steakhouse
    4.8
    (396)
    Fundado en 1990 en Providence, RI, The Capital Grille es un restaurante de alta cocina conocido por sus cortes de carne añejados en seco, mariscos frescos, una lista de vinos galardonada y un servicio personalizado y profesional en una atmósfera elegante y relajada.

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The best reviewed restaurant in San José is Sapore Trattoria

The best vegan restaurants in San José are Olive Garden Escazú Village, La Yerbatera and Amana

The best vegetarian restaurants in San José are Azotea Calle 7, Olive Garden Escazú Village and Amana

The restaurants with the best service in San José are CasAntica - Plaza Itskatzú, Sapore Trattoria and La Cova - San José

The restaurants with the best ambiance in San José are Perséfone y Deméter, Sapore Trattoria and CENSE

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