Reinaz Pasta Casera serves freshly made Argentinian empanadas and homemade ravioli, with popular fillings like chicken, beef and ham-and-cheese, plus sauces and frozen packs to take home. The small, casual shop highlights on-site preparation and good value, with staff preparing orders behind the counter.
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Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
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Café 13 serves generous, fresh breakfasts and large natural smoothies—popular items are eggs Benedict, thick avocado toast and fish tacos—paired with coffee in a relaxed, beachy indoor setting with air conditioning and outlets. Staff are friendly and attentive, though prices can feel inconsistent at times, so it is wise to check the menu.
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La Berrakera serves flavorful burgers, a well-seasoned chicken breast sandwich and skirt steak, with house sauces plus healthy juices and salads. A covered outdoor patio provides casual, sheltered seating. Service is generally polite, though the kitchen can be inconsistent and some orders have small french‑fry portions or billing issues.
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Oasis Restaurant, located inside the Pasatiempo Hotel, serves hearty breakfasts, large shareable dishes like nachos, and a selection of cocktails alongside healthier options. The atmosphere is chill and casual with reasonable prices, and the staff is friendly and attentive, providing relaxed service for drinks and meals.
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Crocodile Grill & Bar offers seafood and large burgers—tuna tartare, ceviche, grilled octopus, shrimp skewers, and desserts, plus cocktails. The setting is relaxed and private with a colorful pool and occasional live music, and staff are friendly and accommodating with English service; the access road can be rough.
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The restaurant serves thin-crust pepperoni pizza with fresh sauce and flavorful pasta, and staff are friendly and welcoming. It maintains a casual, approachable atmosphere, though some visitors note occasional difficulty locating the spot due to unclear location information.
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Derecho Sagrado specializes in in-house roasted Costa Rican beans, offering pour-overs, lattes and cold brew with a rotating selection and knowledgeable guidance on bean profiles. The café has a modern, comfortable interior with ample seating and friendly, attentive staff, and sells bags of beans and merch to take home.
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Nordico Coffee House focuses on specialty coffee and tastings, with knowledgeable staff who explain beans, brewing methods and also make cocktails like espresso martinis. The menu features gluten‑free desserts and local chocolate treats. The space feels relaxed with indoor AC and balcony seating, and service is friendly and informative.
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Mother Earth offers cozy, clean rooms set in quirky, lush grounds near Tamarindo with a relaxed, animal-friendly atmosphere. The on-site restaurant focuses on vegan dishes and generally receives praise for fresh, flavorful food, though some guests note limited menu options or occasional disappointments. Hosts and staff are attentive and personal, making it popular for remote work and service-focused stays.
La Berrakera Foodtruck in Tamarindo serves handheld favorites like large, flavorful burgers and chorizo arepas, often paired with yuca fries. The truck offers a casual, fresh street-food atmosphere and staff are friendly and helpful, though opinions on the burger can vary.
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HandleBar is a family-run, casual terrace bar that serves good sandwiches and a solid beer selection, and also offers bike rentals and repairs. The atmosphere is welcoming and sociable and staff are generally helpful, though some guests note limited cocktail options and occasional service lapses.
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Pinkys serves strong, flavorful coffee, fresh pastries (croissants, banana bread), smoothies and yogurt bowls, and a wide selection of high-quality gelato flavors. The small roadside shop has a colorful, cozy atmosphere with ample seating and consistently friendly, attentive staff who provide personal service.
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HiR Fine Dining serves creative, globally inspired, artfully presented tasting dishes that highlight bold flavor contrasts and a rich use of spices. The experience is an intimate, home-based, family-style meal led by a warm, energetic host who personalizes service and encourages interaction, making it more experiential than formal fine dining.
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Restaurante Kimbute offers seafood-forward Costa Rican fare—lobster, snapper, coconut shrimp and fish tacos—alongside fajitas, local plates and fresh sides with house desserts. Set in the trees with bird and monkey calls, it provides a relaxed, roomy atmosphere and friendly, accommodating service.
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Donde Cambute serves traditional Costa Rican fare—casados, patacones, arroz con pollo, black bean soup and seafood—and offers a chocolate brownie for dessert. The family-run spot has a relaxed, breezy atmosphere and friendly, attentive service; portions are generally ample, though some note smaller servings for the price.
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San Miguel serves seafood-forward, carefully prepared dishes such as catch-of-the-day sea bass, shrimp coconut curry, and grilled ribeye, using fresh ingredients, creative sauces and notable cocktails. The atmosphere is warm, elegant and relaxed, and the chef-owner provides personal, attentive service; reservations via WhatsApp are recommended as seating fills quickly.
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Hábitat serves fresh, healthy fare—popular breakfast burrito, avocado toast, smoothie bowls, grass-fed burgers, falafel and fresh juices—amid a lush garden with relaxed music. Staff are friendly and attentive, and service is generally smooth, though there can be a short wait when it’s busy.
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Restaurante Pizzeria Cocobolo serves fresh, tasty pizzas—especially a popular veggie pizza—and offers friendly, attentive service with prompt preparation. The dining area is clean and sits near a beautiful beach with hilltop views and local wildlife. Access involves bumpy, potholed roads, making the trip a bit adventurous.
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Coyote Brunch serves fresh, well-presented breakfast and brunch dishes; standout items include the date-banana latte, avocado toast, shakshuka, matcha drinks and açaí bowls. The café has a warm, thoughtfully styled atmosphere and staff are friendly, attentive and accommodating.
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Pollos Cyro's serves spicy, flavorful fried chicken highlighted by a fiery scotch bonnet hot sauce, with popular sides like breadfruit and fish nuggets. The spot is typically busy with quick food turnover, creating a bustling, no-frills atmosphere and prompt service.
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Brisas del Mar serves fresh seafood with standout ceviche and whole fried snapper, plus crispy battered fish and generous portions at reasonable prices. It sits steps from the beach in a cozy, sunset-friendly setting, and the staff deliver quick, local-style service.
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3 Amici serves fresh, authentic Italian dishes, with snapper, desserts and lemoncello and a well-curated wine list standing out. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, and owners and staff provide attentive, friendly service that makes the drive worthwhile.
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Los Sabores de la Costa serves fresh, homemade Costa Rican fare—fish casados, empanadas, burritos, smoothies and natural ice cream are frequently praised for flavor and generous portions. The family-run soda/food truck sits a short walk from the beach with a relaxed 80s/90s playlist and friendly, helpful service.
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Simply furnished rooms in a relaxed property with a restaurant, a pool & a bar, plus a garden.
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Food Truck San Juanillo serves fresh, seafood-forward fast food—tuna carpaccio, ceviche, arroz mariscada, empanadas and hearty burritos—plus vibrant fruit juices and ice cream. The casual, no-frills spot sits by the beach for sunsets and has friendly, family-oriented service; menus are primarily in Spanish.
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Restaurante El Coyote serves fresh, homestyle Costa Rican dishes—seafood such as lobster and camarones, chicken and ribeye casados, plus fresh-fruit smoothies and a small bar. The family-run spot has a friendly, laid-back atmosphere and attentive staff, though it prefers cash payments and visitors should be mindful of prices.
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El Barco serves fresh seafood and varied dishes—ceviche, shrimp and poke tacos, whole fish, salads and steaks—with robust cocktails and some vegetarian options. The atmosphere is relaxed and steps from the beach, offering sunset views. Service is consistently friendly and attentive, with the owners engaging guests.
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Restaurante Rio's serves a varied, reasonably priced menu with dishes like whole fried fish, nachos, quesadilla de pollo, Hawaiian pizza, fruit drinks and simple desserts. The casual riverside setting feels relaxed and the staff are friendly, with a menu larger than a typical local soda.
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The menu focuses on fresh seafood—ceviche, tuna and breaded fried fish are frequent standouts—alongside options like chicken fajitas and plantain nachos. The open-air, high‑ceilinged space with large wooden tables feels like a local sports bar, and the owner and staff are friendly and conversational, offering helpful tips and attentive service.
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Tanga serves fresh, seafood-focused meals—hearty portions like red snapper—and offers a laid-back beachfront atmosphere with abundant wildlife (howler monkeys, parrots) and camping right by the sand. The owner provides warm, accommodating service and local stories, while basic facilities (showers, toilets) are functional and potable water/phone charging is limited.
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The restaurant focuses on fresh seafood, with red snapper frequently praised, and serves casado plates; menu availability and pricing can be unclear so patrons should confirm costs. It sits steps from Coyote Beach with a relaxed, beachside vibe and basic campsite and shower facilities, and service is generally friendly but can be brisk.
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El Coyote serves simple soda-style Costa Rican meals that are good, served quickly and at fair prices. The roadside spot has friendly, efficient service, ample parking, and a trucker-friendly atmosphere that makes it a convenient pit stop on the San Jose–Liberia route.
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San Miguel Surf Café serves traditional Costa Rican fare—gallo pinto breakfasts, hearty casados, smoothies and coffee—made with fresh, local ingredients. The atmosphere is laid-back and family-run, with friendly service and a casual outdoor dining area, and a small mini-super next door provides convenient provisions for beachgoers.
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Luna Azul serves consistently good, fine cuisine with standout dishes like fresh tuna often prepared from guests' catch and a popular shrimp curry. The restaurant offers a warm, homey atmosphere with an appealing ocean view and pool, and the staff are personable and professional, providing attentive, friendly service.
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The restaurant serves thin-crust, topping-loaded pizzas (palmito, caprese, Greek), generous portions, plus smoothies, lemonades and desserts. It has a simple, street-side atmosphere popular with locals, and attentive service that can feel a bit over-polished.
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Olivácea Coast serves flavorful seafood, surf-and-turf, thin-crust pizzas and hearty BBQ, with highlights like seafood soup, spicy carpaccio and generous portions. The family-run spot offers a relaxed, cozy atmosphere and warm, attentive service from the owners who accommodate special requests.
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El Pescado Loco serves fresh, well-prepared seafood—fish tacos, fish and chips, shrimp tacos and a fish burger are frequent favorites, and chips with seasoned guacamole plus a crispy chicken sandwich also receive praise. The atmosphere is casual and community-oriented, with a friendly, attentive owner and staff who create a welcoming vibe.
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It serves a wide, freshly made menu—standouts include jalapeño and curry chicken, pizza, fresh fish, and fruity batidos—along with cocktails and wine. The setting is rustic and clean with outdoor seating near the beach, and service is friendly and attentive from the owner-chef.
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Soda Yosis serves fresh, affordable Costa Rican fare with standout empanadas, casados and a wide smoothie selection. The small, authentic soda feels friendly and casual, and the staff provide warm, quick service.
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Soda Casa de doña Marta serves traditional Costa Rican fare—casados (pork or chicken fajita), empanadas and fresh fish—paired with house sauces and freshly made juices like tamarind. The family-run, beachside soda offers an authentic, quick-meal atmosphere and generally attentive, accommodating service, though a few visitors report occasional uneven treatment.
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Restaurante Marbella Inn serves hearty seafood rice, fresh fruit aguas and pizzas, with cold drinks and a relaxed, airy beach-town atmosphere. Staff are generally friendly and service is usually prompt, though some visitors note occasional delays, uneven dishes, or high prices.
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Tiki Hut offers relaxed beachfront dining with ocean views, a surf-friendly, colorful atmosphere, and casual decor. The menu focuses on fresh, comforting fare—smoothies, nachos and cocktails are frequently praised—and staff are friendly and attentive, with bartender Coco often singled out for personable service.
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Lidia's Place serves flavorful Caribbean fare—rice and beans, oxtail, three-meat plates, grilled fish, and plantains—with popular soursop-ginger smoothies. The pet-friendly, spotless outdoor seating and attentive staff create a warm, owner-led atmosphere, though a few guests note occasional pricing or portion concerns.
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Blue 47 serves seafood, ribs and chicken cordon bleu, with sides like Cajun potatoes and vegetable skewers; tuna and ribs are frequently praised for their preparation. The restaurant offers a pleasant setting, though some guests note occasional inconsistency with side dishes and fish.
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Bar Las Brisas operates as a casual tapas bar in Santa Cruz with a lively, village-style atmosphere featuring karaoke and attentive, friendly service. The spot focuses on beer and simple tapas, with limited soft-drink choices and rustic restrooms, and it appears to be undergoing an ownership change.
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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.
La Finca Limón serves fresh, homemade-style Costa Rican dishes — popular casados, chifrijo and a breakfast with sausage are singled out for flavor and presentation. The small, cozy restaurant offers a homey, family-friendly atmosphere with attentive, friendly service and reasonable prices.
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