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El Chivo Cantina
Playa Pelada - Guanacaste

El Chivo Cantina serves Mexican-American comfort food — tacos, burritos, fish tacos, fish and chips and wings — with a broad beer list and notable margaritas. The large, eclectic covered space offers live music and sports on big screens, with friendly bar and counter service; it frequently gets busy in the evenings.

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Takeaway
  • Bar
  • Coffee
  • Vegetarian options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Live music
  • Accepts reservations
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Kid friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
Olga's Beach Bar
Playa Pelada - Guanacaste
+506 6104 9099Directions

Olga's Beach Bar serves fresh beach-friendly fare — popular items include fried red snapper, fish tacos and a loaded hamburger — and offers seasonal craft beers on tap. Set right on Playa Pelada it has a laid-back, social atmosphere at sunset with surfers, music and games, and staff are friendly and attentive, though food can sometimes take a little longer.

  • Breakfast
  • 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
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
SARA Bar & Restaurant
Playa Pelada - Guanacaste

SARA Bar & Restaurant serves fresh, home-cooked Costa Rican dishes, with garlic shrimp, nightly tacos and inventive cocktails standing out. The spot has a cozy garden and laid-back beachside vibe, and staff provide warm, welcoming, family-friendly service.

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Takeaway
  • Delivery
  • Bar
  • Coffee
  • Outdoor seating
  • Live music
  • Accepts reservations
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Kid friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
Pulpo
Playa Pelada - Guanacaste
+506 8792 6136Directions

Pulpo serves Asian-fusion dishes with standout tuna tartare on crispy rice and crispy chicken wings, along with shrimp on sticky rice and noodle salads; many menu items are gluten-free. The atmosphere is lively with music and a busy vibe, staff are friendly and accommodating, though the live music can be loud and some dishes run heavy on sauce.

  • Dinner
  • Takeaway
  • Bar
  • Coffee
  • Vegetarian options
  • Vegan options
  • Live music
  • Accepts reservations
  • Parking