Mar y Calle serves generous, flavorful seafood and comfort dishes—ceviche, seafood platters, shrimp quesadillas, patacones, burgers and pork specialties like pork belly, ribs and the Bigoron are often highlighted. The beachy, relaxed atmosphere and friendly, attentive counter-to-table service make it a good-value spot with quick service and large portions.

Tiki Bar y Restaurante serves fresh, flavor-forward seafood and casual fare, with diners often mentioning corvina al ajillo, garlic shrimp, ceviche, patacones and fruity smoothies alongside ice-cold beer. The spot has a relaxed, well-lit, casual atmosphere and friendly, English-speaking staff who provide attentive service and fair prices.

• Wheelchair accessible

Matapalo Supper Club serves fresh, locally sourced dishes with standout tuna carpaccio, BBQ steaks and ribs, and generous portions from an ever-changing oral menu. A warm, homey atmosphere and hosts Daniel and Darlenny provide attentive, personal service, and reservations are recommended due to limited seating.

• Dinner
• Bar
• Outdoor seating
• Accepts reservations
• Parking
• Kid friendly
• Wheelchair accessible

La Langosta Feliz focuses on fresh local seafood, with tuna, fish filets and langostinos often praised while mixed platters like the mariscada and some shrimp show variable quality. The setting is relaxed, slightly dive‑bar casual and can be warm with limited AC and occasional restroom upkeep issues, while staff are friendly and attentive and prices are generally reasonable.

• Brunch
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Takeaway
• Bar
• Coffee
• Outdoor seating
• Accepts reservations
• Parking
• Kid friendly
• Wheelchair accessible

Restaurante Matapalo serves traditional Costa Rican dishes such as chicken casado, pinto, and seafood soup, with food arriving quickly and ready to eat. Service is friendly and fast, and the casual dining room offers air conditioning, TVs and convenient parking at fair prices.

• Breakfast
• Brunch
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Takeaway
• Bar
• Coffee
• Parking
• Wheelchair accessible

Burrito Bar Dominical serves oversized California-style burritos made with fresh local ingredients and house-made salsas, with the chorizo breakfast burrito and fresh lemonade often highlighted. The spot keeps a clean, relaxed vibe in Dominical, and staff are friendly and attentive, frequently offering samples and personal service.

Café Delicias serves generous breakfast plates, fresh sandwiches, excellent coffee and standout smoothies, with favorites such as the breakfast skillet, French toast, pancakes and a vegetarian omelette croissant. The small, friendly café offers a relaxed atmosphere and quick service, although some guests note occasional unexpected charges for disposable packaging.

• Wheelchair accessible

Su Raza serves generous, traditional Costa Rican dishes—casados, arroz con pollo, fresh fish and seafood soup—at reasonable prices. The atmosphere is relaxed and local rather than fancy, with friendly, attentive service and ample seating; bar options are available, though cocktails can be hit-or-miss.

• Breakfast
• Brunch
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Takeaway
• Bar
• Coffee
• Parking
• Kid friendly
• Pet friendly
• Wheelchair accessible

Luna Nueva serves generous, well-prepared plates—especially the Casado and seafood dishes like shrimp Alfredo and rare tuna—often paired with fresh salads and chutney. The setting features a pool and a relaxed, non-touristy vibe, and staff are friendly and accommodating, though the building shows some wear.

• Brunch
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Takeaway
• Bar
• Coffee
• Outdoor seating
• Accepts reservations
• Wi-Fi
• Parking
• Kid friendly
• Wheelchair accessible

Ceviche Stand #1 serves homemade, flavorful ceviche with a fiery hot sauce, offering an authentic street-food experience from a friendly local team. The setting is casual and open-air; some visitors note a strong seafood smell, so those sensitive to aromas should be aware.

• Lunch
• Takeaway
• Parking