Bowie’s Place delivers a laid-back beachfront vibe with rustic wooden tables, sweeping black-sand beach views and resident animals that add local charm. Service is welcoming and attentive and the kitchen prepares fresh fish and casual dishes, though a few guests note occasional inconsistencies in portions or preparation.

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Cowboy BBQ serves Texas-style smoked barbecue — notably tender brisket, juicy meats, hearty chili and chicken — with a clean, fruity smoke from mango wood. The small, laid-back spot near Jaco offers friendly, personable service from the owner and staff and reasonable prices for casual meals.

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SWAY serves fresh, cooked-to-order meals with popular appetizers and a notable cocktail program (the margarita is frequently recommended), covering breakfast through dinner. The poolside, relaxed yet upscale atmosphere complements attentive, personable service from owners and staff.

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• Accepts reservations
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• Kid friendly
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• LGBTQ+ friendly

Amara serves fresh Mediterranean-inspired dishes with standout items like almond-crusted sea bass with passion fruit, the catch of the day and flavorful beef gyros, plus thoughtful options and desserts. The small, beachy space feels cozy with outdoor seating, and attentive staff deliver relaxed, hospitable service.

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Cafe Bohío serves high-quality, smooth coffee with a wide roast selection and beans available to take home, and its breakfast plates are fresh, sizable, and affordably priced. The open-air, cozy space offers indoor and outdoor seating and friendly, knowledgeable staff, though it sits close to the main road.

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Sabress Kosher in Jaco serves fresh Mediterranean-Moroccan fare—shakshuka, arayes, schnitzel, falafel, pitas, salmon—and refreshing hibiscus and lemonana drinks, plus a dairy cafe and Shabbat takeout. The atmosphere is homey and communal, and the owners provide friendly, attentive service, reliable deliveries, and lodging options for travelers.

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Soda Garabito serves authentic, flavorful Costa Rican comida típica, with highlights including casados, ribs and chilero, and generous, affordable portions. The setting is no-frills and buffet-style, focusing on efficient service; staff are friendly and there is on-site parking.

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Ohana Sushi, Tapas y Bar serves fresh, flavorful sushi and seafood with popular items like ceviche rolls and a distinctive miso soup. The restaurant maintains a clean, relaxed atmosphere and staff are attentive and friendly, creating a welcoming neighborhood spot.

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Mahi Mahi Restaurant serves fresh, flavorful seafood, with the Mahi Mahi bowl noted for perfectly cooked fish and generous portions. The beachfront setting provides relaxed sunset views and friendly, attentive staff, though some guests mention occasional inconsistency with certain dishes or drinks.

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The Pizza Shop serves fresh, hand-tossed pizzas—personal sizes are filling—and offers large to-go slices and a decent beer selection. The casual, family-friendly spot has a kids' play area and friendly, helpful staff; it sits on Jaco's main strip and can feel tourist-focused and slightly pricier than U.S. pizzerias.

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• LGBTQ+ friendly

El Point Jaco Beach is a beachside spot with a relaxed atmosphere and notable sunset views, known for fresh seafood like ceviche, shrimp and lobster and Caribbean-style dishes. Food quality can be inconsistent and some items run salty or undercooked, and service ranges from friendly to slow; patrons should also expect roaming dogs and cats around the tables.

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Cibo Costa Rica focuses on Neapolitan-style pizzas with house-made cheeses and a farm-to-table emphasis on fresh, local ingredients, often accompanied by tiramisu and a concise wine list. The space feels lively with friendly, attentive staff and prompt service, though music can be a bit loud and some praise long-fermented dough for gluten-friendly options.

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• Kid friendly
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Zona 2643 is a lively bar and grill noted for affordable drinks, upbeat music (often ’80s nights), and approachable bar fare. The atmosphere draws locals and visitors looking to party, and friendly bartenders and an engaged owner provide consistently warm, energetic service.

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Tours en línea y servicios de chef serves fresh, well-priced dishes, with standout items including mixed ceviche, broccoli cream soup, sushi rolls, and local red snapper or tuna preparations. The atmosphere is clean, modern, and welcoming, and the chef and staff are friendly and attentive, often customizing dishes and even preparing guests' catches.

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• Kid friendly
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The menu highlights steaks, brisket and beef carpaccio, and sides such as mashed potatoes, bread and chips receive frequent praise. The small, cozy restaurant with outdoor seating serves lively cocktails and friendly, American‑style staff, though cooking consistency and slow timing — including undercooked or cold steaks and sparse grilled vegetables — are sometimes noted.

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Amancio's serves classic Italian fare with standout pizzas featuring fresh ingredients, golden-chewy crusts and flavorful sauce, plus other well-executed dishes that hold up as leftovers. The small, cozy spot offers outdoor seating and friendly, accommodating staff who provide attentive service and occasional flexibility on hours.

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Mary's Diner serves hearty, freshly prepared breakfast plates such as Costa Rican breakfast with gallo pinto, huevos rancheros, strawberry waffles and French toast, with generous portions and well-seasoned flavors. The cozy, retro space smells of fresh coffee and feels welcoming, and the staff give attentive, quick service.

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Manglar serves a wide seafood-focused menu—especially its fish ceviche—alongside dishes like whole red snapper, shrimp tacos, nachos and wings, all prepared to order. The tucked-away, nature-lined setting offers a relaxed, slightly romantic atmosphere, and staff are attentive and knowledgeable, though meals can take a little extra time when made fresh.

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Koko is a casual, beachside open-air spot with sunset views, live music and a laid-back, authentic vibe that draws locals, surfers and tourists. Its menu highlights fresh seafood and hearty dishes—poke, tuna, shrimp, fish tacos—and generous burgers with lively cocktails; service is friendly and generally quick, though it can be busy.

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El Gato Negro serves a range of tasty bar-and-grill fare—from casados, nachos and seafood to coffee and crafted cocktails—while accommodating dietary needs. The small, cozy spot offers attentive, friendly service, chatting owners and staff, quick turnaround, beer and cocktail deals, and a relaxed atmosphere with AC.

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• Kid friendly
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• LGBTQ+ friendly

Zona K serves inventive, generous-portioned dishes—from tuna-stuffed tempura mushrooms and pulled-pork sandwiches to chilaquiles and pancakes—often paired with a thoughtful wine list. The interior is cozy and quiet for breakfast with good AC, and staff are friendly and bilingual, though some diners note occasional inconsistencies in seasoning or temperature.

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Morales House Grill serves Caribbean seafood—lobster and octopus often stand out—alongside classics like burgers and chicken and rice. The setting feels like a relaxed beachfront, tropical spot with clean facilities, while service is sometimes attentive but can be slow, leading to occasional overcooked or uneven dishes.

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• LGBTQ+ friendly

Sépalo Restaurante serves fresh, well-prepared dishes, with pastas, Gorgonzola skirt steak salad, ceviche, seared Cajun tuna and steak often cited as highlights and cocktails crafted for happy hour. The dining room feels refined yet relaxed and attractively decorated, and service is attentive, welcoming and timely with English-speaking staff.

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• Kid friendly
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• LGBTQ+ friendly

Locals serves pub-style fare with standout burgers (Mushroom & Swiss, Kona), generous portions, crispy wings and seafood, plus a solid drink menu and house Diablo sauce. The vibe is a lively country‑western/surfer sports bar with strong air‑conditioning, and staff are friendly, attentive and English‑fluent. Restroom facilities are shared outside the dining room.

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• LGBTQ+ friendly

Jacó Sabor serves authentic, flavorful Costa Rican dishes—popular Casados with grilled fish, chicken fajitas and large fresh fruit smoothies—generous portions at low prices. The atmosphere is laid-back and very local with simple seating and kids' swings, and service is friendly, though the casual open-air setting can feel a bit rough around the edges.

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Restaurante Rústicos serves simple, affordable Costa Rican fare — from gallo pinto and hearty egg-and-bacon breakfasts to local specialties like banana ceviche and beef plates often paired with pineapple salsa. The cafeteria-style, no-frills spot offers large portions, free-refill drinks, a relaxed local atmosphere and friendly, attentive staff; parking is available nearby.

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Mundaka serves fresh, flavorful breakfasts, bowls and traditional plates like chicken casado and Roco Loco, plus smoothies, fresh juices and house salsas and pickles. Portions are wholesome and reasonably priced, and the small, cozy spot offers friendly, helpful service.

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• Kid friendly
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• LGBTQ+ friendly

Tawa serves flavorful, authentic Indian and Asian dishes, with butter chicken, curries, biryani, tandoori items, garlic naan and mango kulfi mentioned repeatedly. The setting feels cozy and casual, and service is attentive and personal, with staff and the chef often coming out to explain dishes and accommodate guests.

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• Kid friendly
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• LGBTQ+ friendly

Cautiva serves flavorful local dishes—chifrijo, tacos, burgers and patacones—with generous portions and a notable cocktail list including sangria and large piña coladas. The restaurant offers a pleasant patio and air-conditioned interior at Jaco Walk, and the staff is attentive and friendly, providing consistently welcoming service.

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• Accepts reservations
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• Kid friendly
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• LGBTQ+ friendly

A Taste of Costa Rica serves Costa Rican classics in a casual, tourist-oriented setting. Some patrons find the food modest and prices higher than expected, and note uneven service with occasional complaints about staff overcharging tourists.

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El Hicaco serves fresh, well-presented seafood with highlights like spinach rice and quick cocktails. Upstairs seating provides a breezy, cozy atmosphere with varied music, and staff are friendly and attentive, although meals can take around 30 minutes and prices skew higher.

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Bar y Restaurante Isaga serves hearty, authentic Costa Rican plates—generous portions at reasonable prices—with fish soup and grilled fish frequently highlighted. The atmosphere is lively and local, and staff are friendly and welcoming, though the seafood soup can be variable and ceviche gets mixed feedback.

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The Green Room in Jacó serves simple, flavorful fare—breakfast favorites like Eggs Benedict with chipotle hollandaise and casual bites—though some guests find the house lemonades weak for the price. The atmosphere is laid-back with open-air and bar seating, occasional local wildlife, and friendly, attentive staff who easily handle larger groups.

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• Kid friendly
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• Wheelchair accessible
• LGBTQ+ friendly

Mono Verde serves fresh, flavorful dishes—seafood rice, Mediterranean ceviche and whole fried red snapper stand out—alongside sharable starters like tempura mushrooms and bruschetta. The atmosphere is relaxed and beachy with outdoor seating and live music, and staff are warm and attentive, though an isolated guest reports a possible food-safety issue.

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Marea Baja serves fresh local Costa Rican fare, including tuna, shrimp and other seafood, plus buffet-style meats, rice and a salad bar, making it a popular quick, filling stop for locals and travelers. The atmosphere is simple and relaxed and staff often deliver a warm, home-style touch, though service can be uneven and some diners report higher prices.

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SeaSalt serves fresh seafood and flavorful dishes; popular options include red snapper, mahi‑mahi tacos, ceviche, and arroz de marisco, plus tropical cocktails such as coconut and passionfruit mixes. The beachfront, relaxed atmosphere offers outdoor seating, occasional live music, and attentive, friendly service from a hands‑on team.

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• Kid friendly
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• LGBTQ+ friendly

Las Olas offers casual, jungle-adjacent bar-and-grill dining with balconies over a river and a lively, sports-friendly atmosphere. The menu focuses on big, satisfying dishes—burgers, mountain-sized nachos, crispy patacones, shrimp spaghetti and fries—with attentive, friendly service, though meat quality can vary occasionally.

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Marea Alta serves fresh, flavorful breakfasts and ceviche with generous portions, and popular items include pancakes, omelettes, and fruit plates. The restaurant offers a relaxed coastal view and generally friendly, attentive staff, though some diners note occasional inconsistencies with seafood preparation and service.

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Karma Cafe & Restaurant serves fresh, flavorful vegan fare—hearty bowls, plant-based burgers and patties, pasta, inventive sides like beet hummus and Cajun corn ribs, plus raw desserts and smoothies. The space has a fun, artsy vibe with AC and town views, and staff provide friendly, attentive service.

• Wheelchair accessible
• LGBTQ+ friendly

Jerah serves richly flavored Thai dishes — green curry, pad Thai and red curry, plus spring rolls and ceviche — with attention to authentic ingredients. The open-air second-floor balcony creates a relaxed, cat-friendly atmosphere, and service is attentive and accommodating, including allergy and gluten-free needs.

• Wheelchair accessible
• LGBTQ+ friendly

Restaurante Rejn offers fresh, flavorful Asian-fusion dishes, with sushi—especially shrimp tempura and fusion/dragon rolls—ramen, teriyaki and hearty donburi frequently praised. The atmosphere is modern, family- and dog-friendly, and the staff are attentive and welcoming, often going out of their way to make guests feel at home.

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Breeze Jacó serves fresh, well‑seasoned seafood (notably coconut and garlic shrimp and fried red snapper) alongside ceviche, Casado plates, salads and sweet plantains, with refreshing cocktails and smoothies. The beachside spot offers a relaxed atmosphere with ocean views and friendly, personable service that welcomes guests at the bar or tables.

• Wheelchair accessible

Naans & Curries serves authentic, well-spiced Indian dishes like naan, rich curries, dal tadka, chicken karahi and biryani. The space feels modern and clean, and the staff are attentive, friendly and welcoming, often offering recommendations to enhance the meal.

• Wheelchair accessible
• LGBTQ+ friendly

The restaurant serves a varied menu beyond tacos—crispy fried fish tacos, mahi teriyaki and Asian bowls, ribs, fajitas, ceviche, and an all-you-can-eat salad bar—often praised for flavorful sauces. The open-air, beachy setting with swing seats feels relaxed, and staff are friendly and attentive, though service can be slow when short-staffed.

• Wheelchair accessible
• LGBTQ+ friendly

Don Casado serves fresh, affordably priced dishes—popular choices include garlic chicken, steak fajitas and fruit juices, with generous portions. The atmosphere is casual and lively, there is ample parking, staff are friendly and speak English, and delivery is available.

• Wheelchair accessible

Hicaco Plaza Jacó serves seafood-forward dishes—fish, lobster, salmon and seafood soups—often praised for flavor and careful preparation. The dining room is cozy and sophisticated, though the newer location lacks an ocean view; service is generally attentive but sometimes inconsistent, and occasional mishaps or food-safety concerns are mentioned.

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• Outdoor seating
• Accepts reservations
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• Kid friendly
• Wheelchair accessible
• LGBTQ+ friendly

Tizón Restaurante serves authentic Costa Rican dishes—hearty casados, tender chicken, rice and beans, and sweet plantains—at affordable prices with generous portions. The atmosphere is relaxed and homey, and the staff are friendly and attentive.

• Wheelchair accessible

Little India serves authentic, home‑style Indian dishes with many vegetarian options and popular choices like coconut lamb curry, butter chicken, tandoori vegetables, paneer dishes and freshly baked naan; combo meals offer generous portions. The air‑conditioned dining room feels welcoming and staff are attentive and friendly.

• Wheelchair accessible
• LGBTQ+ friendly

El Chicano serves authentic Mexican fare—standout tacos like mahi mahi and crispy carnitas—plus nachos and well-made drinks in a lively, sports-bar–style atmosphere decorated with fútbol and Día de los Muertos art. Service is generally welcoming and attentive, with fast food and drink turnaround, though guests occasionally note confusion around specials or drink deals.

• Wheelchair accessible

Malecón Bar Restaurante offers oceanfront views and a menu that patrons find generally good, with popular cocktails like a mango mix and solid bar-and-grill dishes. Service is usually welcoming and attentive, though some note uneven timing, occasionally weak drinks, and small extra charges for takeout.

• Wheelchair accessible