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The Sidebar at Playa Langosta (formerly Bistro Langosta)
Playa Langosta - Guanacaste

The Sidebar serves Mediterranean dishes alongside craft cocktails, with standouts like octopus with eggplant purée and a savory shakshuka. The atmosphere is warm and classy, often with live music, and staff and bartenders are attentive and professional; it's dressier but can accommodate families.

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Takeaway
  • Delivery
  • Bar
  • Coffee
  • Vegetarian options
  • Vegan options
  • Live music
  • Accepts reservations
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Kid friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
Fish and Cheeses
Playa Langosta - Guanacaste

Fish and Cheeses serves authentic Italian dishes—homemade pasta, burrata, and pizzas are frequent highlights—paired with a broad wine selection and generous portions. The outdoor, relaxed setting often features live acoustic music, and service is generally friendly, though it can be slow so diners should plan to linger.

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Takeaway
  • Bar
  • Coffee
  • Vegetarian options
  • Vegan options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Live music
  • Accepts reservations
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Kid friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
Surf Club Bar & Grill
Playa Langosta - Guanacaste

Surf Club offers seafood-forward and American bar fare—ceviche, fish tacos, jalapeño poppers and a Reuben—served with craft beers and IPAs. The atmosphere is casual and game-filled with large TVs, pool tables and cornhole, though service can be occasionally inattentive.

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Takeaway
  • Bar
  • Coffee
  • Outdoor seating
  • Live music
  • Accepts reservations
  • Parking
  • Kid friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
Pizzeria El Sapo
Playa Langosta - Guanacaste

Pizzeria El Sapo serves distinctive, authentic Italian pizzas and pasta, with ceviche and a popular classic burger also mentioned. The small, quiet spot offers a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere and staff are friendly and accommodating, though prices can be somewhat higher than other local options.

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Takeaway
  • Delivery
  • Bar
  • Coffee
  • Vegetarian options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Accepts reservations
  • Parking
  • Kid friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
Sofia Mediterraneo Tamarindo
Playa Langosta - Guanacaste

Sofia Mediterraneo serves authentic Mediterranean fare with shared platters, flavorful dips and standout dishes such as lamb kebab and shoulder, beef steaks, and fresh seafood like red snapper and tuna tartare. The dining room is upscale with glass walls and live music, and the attentive owner and staff provide personal service and accommodate dietary needs; reservations via WhatsApp are recommended.

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Takeaway
  • Bar
  • Coffee
  • Vegetarian options
  • Vegan options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Live music
  • Accepts reservations
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible