
Soda Playa Chiquita serves hearty Costa Rican fare—fish, arroz con pollo, seafood soup and chicken dishes often noted for good flavor and tender meat. The roadside, homey atmosphere feels laid-back with friendly, personal service, though guests sometimes encounter slow waits, inconsistent preparation and variable portions.
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Selvin focuses on Caribbean and seafood dishes, with sea bass, Caribbean chicken, ceviche, rundown and chicken fajitas mentioned repeatedly alongside coconut rice, patacones and rice-and-beans. The patio dining amid lush flora feels relaxed and close to the beach, staff are friendly and service attentive, and prices can range from reasonable to a bit high.
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- Bar
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- Vegetarian options
- Outdoor seating
- Accepts reservations
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Kid friendly
- Pet friendly
- Wheelchair accessible

La Sirena sits right on Punta Uva beach and offers a relaxed, steps-from-the-sand atmosphere with the option to take meals down on small trays. The menu focuses on fresh seafood—ceviche, catch of the day in a white wine, chimichurri and butter sauce, shrimp dishes and salads—and offers good drinks and friendly, attentive service.
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- Dinner
- Takeaway
- Bar
- Coffee
- Vegetarian options
- Vegan options
- Outdoor seating
- Parking
- Wheelchair accessible

El Umbral serves homemade, from-scratch dishes at approachable prices, often enjoyed after a beach visit. The small, secluded spot feels family-friendly and personal, with the owners providing warm, attentive service and charming touches like photos and a hung wish-paper display.
- Wheelchair accessible