Sabor de Mar serves fresh, flavorful seafood and wood-fired pizzas—garlic shrimp and snapper are often highlighted—alongside tropical cocktails like passion-fruit mojitos. Portions are generous and prices reasonable, and the laid-back, family-friendly soda atmosphere with friendly, attentive staff creates a relaxed dining experience.

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Colorful rooms in a casual inn featuring a bar/restaurant, plus a butterfly garden & micro-brewery.

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Chelo focuses on wood-fired pizza, grilled steaks and empanadas, and also offers pasta and flan. The setting is leafy with a pleasant view, and staff and hosts are warm, attentive and accommodating, often helping with substitutions and English.

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Bejuko Montezuma serves fresh, well-crafted sushi and seafood—favorites include the whitefish carpaccio, varied sushi platters, cocktails and ginger ice cream. Set in a jungle setting with waterfall and river sounds and tropical wood décor, the spot feels charming, and the owners are warm and attentive.

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The restaurant serves fresh, flavorful coastal and Latin dishes—standouts include red snapper, tacos, guacamole and shrimp pesto pasta—paired with creative cocktails like sangria and a charcoal-infused black margarita. Service is attentive and welcoming, guests enjoy beach views and live music, though staff may suggest adding an extra tip and parking is nearby rather than on site.

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Sano Banano serves fresh, flavorful smoothies and hearty dishes—from breakfast típicos and coffee-banana shakes to pineapple rum chicken and vegan options—often in generous portions. The setting is laid-back and tropical, with a garden and fountain, easy beach access, and friendly, speedy service. Prices tend to be on the higher side for Montezuma.

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Cocolores serves seafood-forward dishes—ceviche, seafood pasta and garlicky fajitas—often noted for their flavorful sauces. The restaurant sits on the waterfront with a cozy, relaxed atmosphere and ocean views; service is usually friendly and attentive but can be uneven at times.

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Agra Restaurante offers fresh, well-presented dishes with a focus on seafood such as ceviche and seafood ricotta, alongside grilled meats with chimichurri, tacos and varied breakfasts. The setting is tranquil and jungle-surrounded, tastefully designed with low music and wildlife views. Service is attentive and personalized, with friendly staff who add small complimentary touches.

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Las Delicias Café Montezuma serves fresh, healthy breakfast and lunch options—popular poke and fruit bowls, vegetarian green bowls with basil dressing, and large burritos—and specialty drinks like golden milk. The cafe has a relaxed morning vibe with friendly, helpful staff; service can be a bit slow and nearby nightlife can make evenings noisy, so earlier visits are recommended.

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The cafe serves homemade breakfasts and lunches—Gallo Pinto, casado, pancakes and cakes—alongside fresh smoothies, juices and coffee. Outdoor, laid-back garden seating with birds and monkeys creates a relaxed atmosphere, and staff are friendly and quick, though espresso can sometimes seem pricey.

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Playa de los Artistas serves fresh Mediterranean-style seafood, with ceviche and seared tuna carpaccio standing out alongside varied meat and vegetarian options. The setting is casual, shaded and right on the sand with striking ocean views, creating a relaxed boho atmosphere. Service is generally friendly but occasionally slow or inattentive during busy times.

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Restaurant Amor de Mar serves fresh, tasty breakfasts—many guests praise the lemonade and beachside dishes—and visitors can explore tidal pools at low tide. The setting offers scenic ocean views and a relaxed beach atmosphere, with generally friendly service though occasional order delays or lapses are reported.

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Puggo’s serves generous, home-style dishes and inventive cocktails, with menu highlights like Moroccan-style options and hearty breakfasts and a popular watermelon jalapeño margarita. The atmosphere feels warm, open and jungle-like with attractive decor and a large kids’ play area, and service is friendly, attentive and knowledgeable.

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Chico's Playa Bar Restaurante sits on Montezuma’s beachfront and delivers a relaxed, seaside atmosphere with live piano and ocean views. The menu highlights seafood like whole snapper and ceviche and fresh cocktails, though food consistency, occasional slow service, and higher prices can vary.

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Soda La Naranja offers flavor-packed, home-style dishes—favorites include orange chicken, fish-and-shrimp ceviche, casado pescado, hearty rice dishes and sandwiches—served with fresh juices and tamarind or mango drinks. The vibe is relaxed and authentically soda-like, and the staff are friendly and attentive; prices are fair though sometimes slightly higher for the quality.

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Soda El Artesano serves fresh, simple Costa Rican and seafood dishes—whole snapper, grilled fish, shrimp cocktail and octopus—plus natural fruit smoothies. The atmosphere is casual and tourist-friendly, and service is friendly though sometimes slow and inconsistent, with occasional small portions or uneven preparation.

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Casual property with colorful rooms & an open-air restaurant/bar, plus free Wi-Fi & breakfast.

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Relaxed beachfront lodging offering rustic quarters, a pool & a spa, plus free breakfast & dinner.

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Humble, woodsy hostel with unassuming quarters & sea views, plus free breakfast & parking.

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