Where to eat: the 50 best restaurants in Quepos

I came here twice during my trip and absolutely loved it both times! The banana macadamia nut pancakes were amazing—fluffy, flavorful, and packed with macadamia nuts. I also had an iced mocha that was perfectly balanced and delicious. There’s plenty of seating, even for larger groups, so we never had to wait long. The staff were friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. Highly recommend if you’re in the area!

Absolutely amazing! Highly recommend visiting here at any time of the day especially during live music. Lovely vibes, bilingual, happy and helpful staff. 10/10 would recommend coming here if you are looking for a relaxing atmosphere in the garden dining or lively environment at the bar. Seared fresh caught tuna was some of the best I’ve ever had!

We dropped in to Milagros because it was conveniently located next to some cute shops on the main road and were pleasantly surprised. The open air restaurant and patio has a very nice atmosphere, even on a rainy day. The service was quick and the food was good. Wonderful pork tacos, rice and beans and plantains on the side. Green smoothie and a capparinia were delicious. Decent prices and a cute little gift shop out front. It was great.

Stopped here for breakfast and was seriously impressed! The food was absolutely delicious, and the latte was so good I came back another day just to have it again. Service was fast and friendly, and we got our food quickly. Highly recommend this spot if you’re in the area!

The atmosphere is beautiful, and the food is delicious. I ordered El Tico with a side of extra crispy bacon (not pictured), which was 10/10. The side of bacon is enough for 2+ people. The iced coffee was nothing special, but the Vainilla Chilla Café Frío was delicious. Isaac, our waiter, was very friendly and attentive. Definitely would return!

Delicious food!!! The Caribbean chicken was delicious just like if you were in the Caribbean side of Costa Rica.

Needed a quick breakfast and stopped in here. There’s 3 parking spots right in front parallel to the road. We were immediately seated (we opted for the outdoor patio) and our drinks and food came quickly. I had a vanilla latte that was very good, and the mango crepes were delicious!! So flavorful, the berry syrup on top complimented them nicely but they weren’t overwhelmingly sweet. My boyfriend got “El Gringo” and it was a good, classic American style dish. I would absolutely come back here.

This was such a lovely place to go and eat! Everyone who worked there are so friendly. We even became friends with the manager he was such a lovely guy. Also, my wife has a deathly allergy to peanuts and tree nuts, and they were very on top of it for her. The food was also phenomenal and we definitely recommend!

Fantastic food and service! We had the falafel pita sandwiches, which had falafel, hummus and fries inside. We then got to stuff these with any salad and sauce from the salad bar, which was a nice touch considering the variety of salad and sauces on offer. Overall loved the food and the server was super friendly and attentive. We'll definitely be back here again ☺️

We stopped by the Falafel Bar and had a great experience! We tried the falafel platter, and it was amazing. They serve you the fresh falafel and warm tortillas, and then you get to customize your own plate with all the salad options—which you can pile on as much as you want. That self-serve style was definitely a highlight! It’s a bit on the pricey side, but considering the portion size and the flexibility, it felt totally worth it. Honestly, one platter is more than enough for two people. We also tried the mango ginger slushy, which was a fun and refreshing surprise—something new and really flavorful. Overall, it was a lovely experience. I’d absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting and looking for tasty vegetarian options in the area.

Relaxed, fast casual environment. Straightforward menu with typical Mediterranean options. The food was okay— nothing to rave about. I have dietary preferences, so I avoided the pita bread and fries due to gluten intolerance. The build your own salad bar was awesome. The ingredients were fresh, but none of the sauces tasted appetizing. The others in my party thought the hummus tasted pretty flavorless. The chicken was a solid 6.5/10– nothing special. The atmosphere was good, though— a great place to have a laid back dinner or lunch.

Really , really good food! Not many people know this spot, but everything was sooo good and fresh. Prices were okay as well. They have a salad bar which you can use when ordering something, meaning you can eat all the greens and dressings you want. The salad bar was super clean. Would definitely recommend going here since it is one of the only spots in Manuel Antonio that isn’t extremely touristy!

We tried the hummus with tomatoes, chicken shawarma plate, chicken shawarma sandwich, kids beef kebabs, and fried chicken plate, and a side of falafel, ginger mango smoothie and strawberry banana smoothie. It was delicious and we took some food home. Counter service was fine. A lot of seating in the front of the restaurant. We were the only four people there for nearly the entire time.

We got the chicken shawarma platter and split it. A lot of food! Chicken shawarma, fries, hummus, pita, and as much salad from the salad bar as you can fit on your plate. Really delicious food! The patio sits near the road and is nicely decorated and very welcoming.

Dont be fooled by the restaurant's sign (thats looks old) and the fact its small, it is the best restaurant ive been in costa rica. Great discovery. You have to try it! The owner is such a kind women, she tooks the time to great me. The staff are really attentive. I took the plantain tower. I would suggest to take only tuna. I mixed tuna and shrimp and the tuna was so good, j would have like to have only the delicious tuna. I also eat the oriental shrimp salad, which was fresh and light. The view is magnificient. Arrive early to choose your table (around 5pm).

Tostones with tuna were very good, the grilled tuna steaks were fantastic. The service is amazing and the staff will go out of your way to accommodate you. The owner told me that if I was not satisfied or liked the food I ordered, he would change it for something else which is very classy. You don’t hear anymore. Too notch. The views are magnificent.

Excellent food and view! We had the shrimp bruschetta and tuna tostadas and both were tasty. Then our main dishes were all very good The daily special of grilled sea bass with a passion fruit and blue cheese sauce was amazing, as was the lobster with seafood pasta special. The brownie and the bananas foster were great too. Not a single complaint !

A nice restaurant, good service and good food. They were busy and I overheard customers who were happy with their experience. I ordered takeaway and the service was fast. The manager was helpful spoke perfect English and was helpful. My burger was excellent, large (1/2 lb.) and the fries were natural cut. It definitely was a good restaurant with reasonable prices for the area.

If you want one of the best meals in Quepos, you have to come here! The place is small, but the food and the service are a plenty! The view was fantastic too! We came for dinner with 2 young children and they had a kids menu which was great for them.

The view is beautiful. The food is okay. The buffalo chicken wrap was probably the best. We also had the Tuna Plantain tower. Not a lot of flavor. And the chicken fajitas to where the chicken was overcooked. The servers were great, drinks were good and views were magnificent.

We had a couple of lunches at Agua Azul and loved it. The food was great, the staff was super friendly and speaks English fluently. I was particularly impressed by our waiter who knew exactly what my wife, who is pregnant, needed to know before ordering fish. That's not something we see very often. Finally, this place was recommended by our guide at Manuel Antonio National Park who told us this is a good spot to see Scarlett macaws. We didn't see any while eating, but the view is awesome nonetheless.

So good I had to go back again! Only in the area for a few days and have fallen in love with this place. From the outside, it is an unassuming sign for a coffee house, with an entrance tucked into a plain white building. You walk through the entrance and a place of magic reveals itself! Full of colour, a beautiful view, the best coffee and delicious food- definitely a place to visit!

Absolutely loved Emilio’s cafe!!! We stumbled upon this place and were amazed by the views right as we walked in. Every seat has a great view. If you plan to come for breakfast & get a seat for directly next to the overlook, try and get there before ~930am and you’ll feel VIP. Jose was our server all three times we visited and he gave us great recommendations on coffee and food. Cafe con leche “Costa Rican style” and Gallo pico tipico were our favorites.

Great food! I read about the coffee sirloin and it was delicious. The serving size was huge! I did not get to try the breakfast but heard it was good. They are open late compared to other restaurants in the area. Keep in mind they are closed on Tuesdays.

We had our first breakfast in Manuel Antonio here and it was so memorable that we made sure to have our last breakfast here too! The staff is unbelievably kind. Def recommend the tico breakfast to kick off your stay! Take desserts to go for your room - we regret not inhaling more passion fruit pie! We purchased coffee to bring home as well. And the bacon….as you can see we ordered it twice.

Beautiful restaurant! Casual, but elegant. Amazing view! Great service, food, and coffee! Try the salmon pita. It’s fabulous!

The view was impeccable. I got the Mexican Bowl. It was healthy, filling and tasted good. If you like spice, ask for hot sauce. It added a nice flavour to the dish

Emilios was the hidden gem in Manuel Antonio! Looks so unassuming from the outside, like a little moody coffee shop, but when you walk in, it’s vast and stunning! Amazing views and even better food! Highlights on the menu: Salmon Benedict chilaquiles Cuban Any dessert and any coffee. We loved Emilio’s! If we had found it sooner I’m confident we would have eaten there daily.

We stopped here for dinner on our last night in Costa Rica with a group of 15. Since we had made reservations, our table was ready as soon as we arrived. The atmosphere was wonderful, and the views were amazing. To top it off, we even had a surprise visit from a White-faced Capuchin and her baby—though they were mostly interested in swiping sugar packets from the table! From appetizers to main courses and dessert, everything we ordered was delicious. The combination of great food, beautiful setting, and unique experience made this the perfect way to end our trip. Highly recommend!

Okay this place is very cool to grab a drink only. We went because its an old 737 that crashed there many years ago so they built a restaurant around it. We had my 5 year old nephew and 3 year old niece who loved the cock pit and dancing inside the plane. Our waiter was good but in Costa Rica no one is in a rush and my brother acted like a typical American who wanted his food quick. So the waiter just let's people relax and enjoy the views and get some drinks. He was great. We literally saw monkeys while sitting at our table. Now the food I would pass on for sure. We had a variety of different dishes and the best thing we got was the kids meals with the chicken strips. It was very expensive and you got appetizer size portions for your entre. Do not recommend the food. I even went downtown after to go shopping next to the national park and the restaurant guys were like gross why would you eat there. So I would try downtown closer to the entrance of the National park. Again you are paying for the view and the airplane experience.

Lovely restaurant! The food came out piping hot and so perfectly seasoned. I had the opportunity to taste the Fanta flavor exclusive to Costa Rica - Kolita. It reminded me of grenadine. The view is ahhh-mazing and you just happen to be dining underneath/around an entire airplane! ✈️ Monkeys were even seen along the perimeter. What more could you ask for?

Nachos were incredible! They come without cheese for vegans but the guacamole, salsa and beans were super tasty. We had the poke bowl and fried rice as well - both really tasty and large portions. The view here is absolutely stunning, a must visit just for this. They do have a separate vegan section in the menu but it doesn't include every vegan option in there (the fried rice and linguine are in the main sections).

Really cool spot in Manuel Antonio. There's an airplane with a really interesting (and frankly) history with a bar inside. But the view seats are stunning as well, we had our dinner watching the sunset over the jungle and shoreline. Occasionally you can see some monkeys as well (please don't feed them though). Plenty of vegetarian options (we had kale salad, nachos and a vegetarian pasta dish) and there's a bus stop right outside the restaurant, every 30 ish minutes there's one in case you want to save on spending it on a taxi.

Wonderful lunch — the view is stunning. The service is okay. Some waiters wonderful and some others … not super smiley and helpful. The food was good. And everything makes it great with the plane and the monkeys all around . Great experience .

I enjoyed typical Costa Rican breakfast here. View, atmosphere and great food combination in one place. Professional staff.

Ronny's Place was a great place to celebrate our anniversary. We emailed ahead of time to make a reservation at 5:30, but Ronny suggested 5 for the best sunset views and I'm glad he did. We didn't need a reservation for late June, but you may during busier seasons. The tuna tartar was an awesome and light appetizer to start with. The coffee was hot and fresh, too. My coconut shrimp was delicious! Big juicy and crisp shrimps with awesome mashed potatoes and veggies. The mango pineapple doing y sauce is to die for. The fish of the day my husband got was fresh, tender and absolutely delectable. We loved eating here! We would suggest a spritz of bug spray before going to deter mosquitoes.

Loved the view, generous portions and very good meals. Jan was our server, he was polite, knowledgeable and professional. We had the octopus carpaccio, tina steak and the ribs and they did not disappoint, food was amazing. It's not a cheap place but the food was definitely worth it. We loved this place!

We decided to find a place a little nicer while in the area on vacation. The atmosphere was fantastic! We loved the environment, the staff was fun, the restaurant layout was interactive with a great view. The Churrasco was fantastic, my bolognese wasn’t overcooked and good portions. If you want a memory and great experience you have to order the banana dessert; checkout the video!

Went there for dinner. The restaurant is nice. The food and drinks were really good ( portions are small compared to many other restaurants in Costa Rica ) We ordered berry gin & tonic, passion fruit gin & tonic and a dirty martini. To eat we ordered the fish of the day with shrimp sauce and seafood rice. For dessert we had the strawberry cheesecake and it was really good. But we saw a table getting the flambé banana dessert and it looks amazing , specially if you wanna get a nice video for social media.

So glad our tour guide recommended this place! We got an amazing meal, great service, and a beautiful sunset as well! Thanks for a wonderful evening.

beautiful restaurant with a beautiful view. the food was delicious. ceviche was 10/10. bryan was awesome! he’s attentive and provided great recommendations. will definitely come back the next time i’m in costa rica!

Great food and service. We had a variety of dishes and all of them were very good. Nice casual atmosphere. If you need some excitement, order the banana dessert. I would recommend ordering it at night. So much fun and very delicious.

We had a delicious experience at el Wagon restaurant, right next to the zip coaster and full of beautiful artwork and nature sightings. We saw monkeys, had amazing drinks and lot of food options. Definitely recommend!

Amazing food and great service! We came in with limited time and informed our waiter right away—he was very accommodating. Our check and our food came quickly. The food was excellent! I ordered the grilled chicken wrap as a salad and it was prefect! One of the best salads I’ve ever had! My brothers both got pizza and they loved it! Cool environment, amazing food, great service! Definitely a must-try in Manuel Antonio!

Fantastic pizza in the jungle! 🌴 I had the Diavola pizza and it was everything I wanted – cheesy, meaty, spicy, and perfectly peppery. My wife’s pizza had pineapple and coconut, which surprised us with how delicious it was. The cheese pulls were beautiful, and the atmosphere was incredible – it honestly felt like enjoying pizza right in the middle of the jungle. A must-visit for pizza lovers in Quepos!

The place is very appealing! We started with pina colada and the gorilla biz i believe it was called. They were super good. Then we ordered jalapeño poppers (order of 3) and focaccia mozzarella and garlic. They were very good, the poppers could have used some seasoning or salt but we added some and they were awesome 👌 then we ordered the beeflovers pizza 🍕 and I really enjoy thin crust pizza😀 it was very tasty! I highly recommend it 👌 the service in all Costa Rica has been great. But the restaurants of this chain have been the most welcoming I would say. They also speak very good English, I didn't have to translate to my partner at all their locations. Oh, they also havw costco hot dogs hehe I highly recommend you looking into their restaurants like anaconda, avión, chiquita cabaña and the other locations they own.

We weren’t expecting to love this so much but it was truly great! The staff is super friendly, pizza was absolutely delicious, drinks were fantastic and it’s such a unique space. Some of our other Manuel Antonio experiences have been underwhelming but El Wagon was perfect. We will come back next time we’re here!

Lively, friendly place. Good size menu. Amazingly good wood fired pizza. Dinner (green) salad was generous.

The pizza was amazing. The atmosphere is super cool. Beware of the “specials”. Both Drink and food specials. The “specials” were incredibly expensive and the waiter didn’t tell us costs. Just be sure to ask the costs of any specials before you order to avoid a bigger bill than anticipated

Our favorite place to dine, with an amazing view, delicious food and drinks, and excellent service! Highly recommend eating here, the live music is a lovely touch. We saw so many macaws, monkeys and lizards here as well. I personally recommend the patacones!

Had a fantastic time in the restaurant while we were staying in Si Como No Resort. Food was excellent (even better than the second restaurant 😉) - especially the tuna 😊 Actually we went out only once fir dinner during our 5 nights as we were so happy with the restaurant. We were allowed to enjoy our food and drinks in the pool.

Extremely friendly staff (shout out to Alejandro for going above and beyond for us) and fresh delicious food and drinks. Amazing views of the ocean too! Great experience! Edit: We came back a second time and had excellent service and food again. Highly recommend!!

Very good looking and well presented American /European food, small portions and overpriced for what it was. The spicy prawns had zero spice in it and the gazpacho cold soup was very bland and had no garlic in it. I respect chef's choice, but this was no gazpacho to my taste. Nice views and nice atmosphere. Very helpful staff kept trying to clear the table.

Delicious food, helpful staff, nice setting Beautifully presented, beautiful tasting food, with a menu centered around Costa Rican and Carribbean flavours. Bilingual wait staff are friendly, helpful, attentive and polite. Members of the team like Dario will ensure you're well looked after. A great place for dinner at sunset and once the sun's gone, your meal remains underscored with a mix relaxing music and the sounds of the surrounding wildlife.

We had a lovely dinner here this evening with our 2 children. Our server, Omar, was as helpful as could be and the food was delicious! We had the whole snapper, which was perfectly cooked and the mahi mahi with shrimp sauce, also delicious. Our cocktails were also very nice. It's a bit pricier than some other places, but once you see the views and enjoy the live music, you'll see why. We were celebrating a special occasion and this was the PERFECT place to do it!

Such a fun place to stop! Both my sister and I enjoyed ourselves so immensely the first night we visited, that we had to come back the next evening for drinks and dessert. The highlight was the staff. Paola, Alan, and Linda took such great care of us and truly made as feel like we were home. Paola made us incredible drinks - the passionfruit mocktail (with or without tequila) was delicious, and I also particularly enjoyed a pineapple/ancho Reyes cocktail with a tajin rim. I especially appreciated the staff’s overall kindness in addition to their willingness to switch back and forth between English and Spanish, as I wanted to practice my Spanish, but my sister doesn’t understand it well and English is more comfortable for her. It was so nice that she felt completely included in the conversation. We had incredible breakfasts here each morning which were included in our stay at Si Comi No. The Omelette, Huevos Rancheros, and Benedict were favorite dishes of ours. The view is gorgeous, and the open air atmosphere is so calming and inviting. Would definitely recommend.

Such delicious food! We went for lunch and ordered the mango juice, mixed ceviche, seafood pasta with white sauce, and fish tacos. It’s the best ceviche I’ve ever had and the seafood pasta is something I know I’ll dream about when I return home. Our server was very welcoming and friendly. We also saw two macaws fly by and perch on a nearby branch while eating. This was a nice surprise for my 5 year old daughter who has only seen macaws at the zoo. Would definitely recommend.

Nice to place to eat something. We had a very young waiter, obviously new and he struggled a bit but it was nice. Food was good, I stayed with the minstrel - rice with shrimps. Colleagues ate a soup and pasta and seemed to be very satisfied with the choice. Atmosphere is very good. Would be coming back for sure.

Live music restaurant. The food is exceptional, the ambience is amazing and the staff very friendly. Highly recommend for a nice meal with music and a beautiful setting.

The snapper and tuna were both delicious and very fresh. Both were recommend by our waiter Rafael who was so kind and engaging. The best dinner we have had so far in Costa Rica!

Really happy to find this family owned business. The owner came over to greet us immediately and his son was our server. I love seeing a family happily working together and you could see this. The tuna rolls were insane. Best I’ve ever had! Our main courses were very fresh. I would gladly recommend this local Costa Rican cuisine!

Really liked this place. Good seafood and nice cocktails. Nothing fancy, but really good tasting and pretty good value. The service was also super nice - the waiter answered all of our questions about Costa Rica and gave us some good Spanish phrases to use. I highly recommend the fish tacos, they were delicious. They have a happy hour - 2 for 1 cocktails - between 3pm and 7pm.

We were recommended to eat here by our Villa host our first night. The service was very good and the drinks were great, but the food was just OK. The best thing we ordered was the tuna roll. The grilled seafood platter my wife got was overcooked with the lobster almost burnt. The whole thing was soaked with too much butter sauce. My steak was not that great either. It was a Monday night so the place was pretty quiet. We would probably give them another chance but not order what we got.

📍 El Gran Escape Bar and Restaurant – a great spot for a quick bite. The staff is very friendly and welcoming, creating a pleasant atmosphere. The passion fruit smoothies are especially delicious – fresh and flavorful. However, the wine was a bit too sour. The ambiance is comfortable with a local vibe, adding to the authenticity. The food is tasty, although slightly overcooked, but still good overall. The restaurant also offers reliable internet, which is a nice bonus. ✅ Recommended for a casual meal and a relaxing break! 🌴

Food was good. really liked the trio appetizer, fish and pork tacos but the tuna steak didn’t have a lot of flavor. Prices I thought could be lower. Our waiter was very attentive.

What a lovely restaurant! We had very good service and the portions are huge. The burgers and poke bowls are delicious. Good value for money.

Great place at Quepos! Had 2 amazing fish dishes and both were perfectly cooked! Also had the octopus and calamari appetizer which was also delicious! Would definitely recommend!

we had the best afternoon here. the tuna tartare and the shrimp ceviche were the best i’ve ever had. we had spicy margaritas that were wonderful, our waiter was wonderful and they were so accommodating as more and more of us started to show up.

We had dinner here two times and both times it was delectables. We are vegetarian and its difficult to find good vegetarian options when we travel. Elliot was our server with a big smile on his face. He made us comfortable and shared the vegetarian menu with us. He also addressed our question calmly. We ordered Garden Spagetti once and it was delicious - spice level was per our desire and inputs given. Next time, we ordered Teriyaki sauce dish and Oriental style rice- both exceeded our expectations along with Elliott. We loved the food, vibe and out super host Elliott. Highly recommended when you are in the area!

Fantastic place!  Came with a family - El Gran Escape was very family friendly, they had excellent coloring sheets for the kiddos.  Our food was delicious.  I had the seafood risotto, omg.  It had a full crab, catch of the day, shrimp, cooked perfectly, totally delicious.  Kids had the kids fish fingers and kids cheeseburger.  The portions are huge - we took 90% of the kids' food in a to-go box.  Waitstaff was friendly and patient.  Walking distance to the beach.  Absolutely great spot.

Jorge was a gem!! A great sense of humor, great service!! We ate here twice on our trip. They have the traditional cascades- which is rice, beans, plantain , salad with your choice of fish, chicken or carne. The fajitas were so good too! The happy hour is awesome.

Delicious food at a great price. Jorge our waiter was amazing. We brought a pineapple and he cut it for us! He was super attentive and make sure our table was well taken care of. Thank you Jorge!

Best restaurant in Quepos, authentic food and great range. Prices about standard for Costa Rica at $8-$12 per meal. Good atmosphere and friendly staff.

Shrimp taco’s was excellent. Three really good stuffed tacos with a nice salsa from this part of Costa Rica. Casado is a little different than Casado from Caribbean side but still good as it fills your stomach and has a nice salad besides. Overall super place to eat tasty food with a lot of choices

Soda Sánchez is a true local gem! From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional — the server and staff were incredibly courteous, friendly, and professional. The restaurant itself is spotless, creating a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. The food was outstanding and authentically local. We enjoyed the Lomito Pimento Verde and Filete de Atún, both bursting with fresh, rich flavors that highlight Costa Rican cuisine at its best. The mojitos were perfectly chilled and refreshing — a great complement to our meal. Prices are very reasonable, and the location is excellent — just a short walk from the pier. Overall, Soda Sánchez is a must-visit when in Quepos. Excellent service, delicious food, and a true taste of local hospitality!

Stopped on the way to Manuel Antonio. Friendly staff and great food, one of the few vegetarian friendly options in town. We had a veggie wrap (comes with fries), fish plate (typical costa rican plate with a piece of fish), mango juice and a pineapple juice. There's parking available, it just can be a bit tight if there's lots of customers.

Soda Sanchez – A Must-Visit Culinary Experience in Quepos Soda Sanchez is a true gem in Quepos! From the cozy, vibrant ambiance to the incredible food, this restaurant checks all the boxes for an unforgettable dining experience. We indulged in the waffle combo, which was nothing short of perfection. The waffles were golden, crisp on the outside, and wonderfully fluffy on the inside. Paired with fresh blueberries, strawberries, and a side of syrup, every bite was a delightful mix of sweet and satisfying. The fruit platter was a refreshing burst of natural sweetness, featuring perfectly ripe and vibrant fruits that made us feel like we were enjoying a tropical paradise on a plate. The omelet, cooked to perfection and served with toasted bread and a fresh veggie garnish, was hearty and satisfying. And let’s not forget the highlight—their house-made hot sauce! It brought the perfect balance of heat and flavor, elevating every dish to a whole new level. Soda Sanchez is more than just a meal; it’s an experience. If you’re in Quepos, this spot is an absolute must-visit for anyone craving fresh, delicious food with a side of local charm. Highly recommended!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hotel Mariposa. We loved the view especially from our room and the restaurant! It's breathtaking. We fell in love with the staff as well!! Everyone was so friendly and kind. The restaurant La Papillion is delicious!! Try the octopus appetizer! Next time we are coming back for 2 weeks!!

The property itself is beautiful, the views overlook the cliffs and ocean. But the rooms are very outdated, our bathroom mirror light didn’t work, and our balcony door didn’t close fully, which let bugs in. What disappointed me the most was the service here. There was one staff member who was wonderful, he went out of his way to point out animals nearby, like sloths in the trees. Unfortunately, almost everyone else gave off very unwelcoming energy. I’ve traveled to many countries and usually hotel staff are welcoming and want you there, but here I felt like I was bothering them by asking for anything. It started the second we arrived with guy at the entrance gate. He was extremely rude as I was confused how to enter the hotel. He should probably get a different job since he’s so miserable. The free breakfast only went until 9:30 a.m., which already feels unusually early, and every day we came at around 9:15–9:20, we were rushed and given annoyed looks along with rude little comments about the time. It made us feel uncomfortable. In addition we had dinner here one night and our waiter literally rolled his eyes when he recommended 200$ bottles of wine only and we chose a $70 bottle. Overall, the vibe from the staff came across as passive-aggressive and focused on money rather than hospitality. Beautiful hotel but would never stay here again or recommend. No one should feel uncomfortable on their vacation when paying for a “luxury hotel”.

This is the best hotel I have ever stayed at! The staff went above and beyond for our entire visit, One time it was raining and the concierge walked me across the parking lot, holding an umbrella over me the entire time, so nice! Yerald the bartender is the nicest man on earth and became friends with my boyfriend, and even came to dinner with us and had an amazing night. Me and my boyfriend went fishing and caught a tuna and brought it back to the hotel, and the chef made the most amazing dinner ever for us out of the tuna. The views and rooms are amazing. I would rate this hotel 10 stars if I could.

Absolutely beautiful!! We stayed in the honeymoon suite & it was gorgeous. Fantastic views, food, & people! Everyone was extremely nice & accommodating. They made our honeymoon so special. Highly recommend!

Wow!! Couldn't have picked a better place to stay. View was absolutely unbeatable. Food was amazing. Service was excellent. So happy we chose to stay here.

This property is beautiful! The lush landscapes, the infinity pools, and the unmatched views of the ocean and surrounding mountains are incredible. The customer service, however, is very lacking. We were treated very poorly by Alan and a few other staff members. The staff lacks professionalism, and they treat you like they’re doing you a favor by serving you. They will do anything they can to try to get more money out of you. I don’t think I would stay here again. We went on to stay at the Waldorf Astoria Punta Cacique for 5 nights, and we could definitely tell the difference in customer service between the two places (we were treated like royalty at the WA). There are also issues with plumbing at La Mariposa. The water pressure is very low and our toilet was semi clogged upon arrival. They ran out of towels at the pool, the bar tender had a poor attitude. Everything just felt very odd here. It’s a shame because the place is stunning. I think an urgent change in staff and management is needed.

I'll be honest that the 3 star rating made me think twice about booking here, but after our visit I'd argue the hotel should be rated 4 stars. Our experience was positive in so many ways - the views are spectacular, room was spacious and very clean, pool area is lovely, and food was good. The hotel has a cat that hangs out in the open reception area and was just such a sweet bonus. We saw a sloth, white-faced monkeys, and many birds while staying. The staff was very pleasant and happy to help with whatever was needed, and the gift shop for the hotel was cute with some fun souvenirs. There are numerous shops and restaurants within a very short walk, and while the beach is walkable they also offer a shuttle; we had rented a car and it was a short drive to the beach. We'd arranged our own tours/activities in the area, but the hotel offers coordination of numerous options as well. We're glad we stayed at La Mariposa!

Just disappointing but not surprising for a location focused on tourists. I ordered a Mai Tai. I could not taste any rum nor did I have any sense that o was having an alcoholic drink. My wife ordered a margarita. It was one of the smallest glasses for a margarita I’ve ever seen.

Excellent place. I have been several times, tried different dishes and they are always delicious. The service is great, as well as the location. I recommend it with my eyes closed.

Great place! Prices are good and food was great! Ahi was amazing! We came there for the sunset and the view was incredible. We will definitely go there again. I do wish they had their whole fried red snapper.

What a delight! I will start off by saying dinning in CR is a true treat. You're not rushed and you can enjoy the food, friends and atmosphere. We normally don't eat seafood in the states cause we are not mear the coast but zero disappointment when I came to this incredible fresh seafood. We started off with the egg rolls and spice crab dip. That dip be DIPPIN! SOOOOO good! The food hit all the right spots! Our server Yanny was spectacular!

Excellent food and service. We'll definitely come back!

We caught a recommendation for Runaway in our Lonely Plant tour guide. The restaurant is situated in a trndy outdoor shopping mall right off the marina. What you get is a great view of the ocean and a good vibe from both locals and tourists. Runaway has a great atmosphere and good food. Staff are friendly and attentive. You should be good with Spanish or English. The restaurant has a heavily American-inspired menu and decor. But there’s some great local flare in the drinks and food too. Prices are reasonable. We got an appetizer, a sandwich platter, 2 cocktails, and dessert for ~$36 including tax and tip. We’d come back in a heartbeat.

Food was simply....ok. Drinks were watered down - in fact we weren't sure they even contained any alcohol. Service was marginal as well. Cuba Libre next door is superior.

Excellent restaurant and bar right next to the beach. Have been twice in two days! Enjoyed both the happy hour and the delicious food (great casados and really good fish). Service has been amazing and super attentive. Wish I could add an extra star for the sloth sightings we had on both days. Gracias y pura vida 🙏

What a great spot! Excellent location right across from the beach. We went for breakfast and later returned for drinks and a sandwich — everything was delicious. We enjoyed it so much we came back the next day for lunch and had a perfectly fried red snapper, beautifully presented. The restaurant is clean, the staff is friendly and attentive, and the prices are very fair. Highly recommended — we’ll definitely be back.

The beach is pretty quiet after sunset but this restaurant keeps going. Good service and lovely food with live music. Drinks were also really good. The sangria was randomly 1-for-1

Really nice food. Very quiet on a Tuesday night The staff were attentive but not too much. Certainly weren’t hovering around us Would happily go again.

Great spot right across the beach. Good food (we got the honey chicken with veggies and mashers) and vibes (Friday night live cover band, they were great) love the service and there was a sloth the hostess pointed out and we had a front row view for both music and sloth show.

Recommended! Veggie pasta and mango daiquiri were so good! Very friendly staff. Big Thanx to Emmerson for taking the time to recommend us on places to visit next. Very helpful. :)

We had a delightful dinner tonight accompanied by beautiful live music. The portions were so large that we shared. The musician was trained in traditional Central and South American music, makes pan flutes and was a charming addition to our very flavorful food. Our waiter was both attentive and witty. Really fun meal!

This is truly the best place above all other sodas and restaurants in the Quepos and Manuel Antonio area. Most local spots are overrated, but here the prices for standard dishes are no higher than in typical local restaurants, and on top of that they offer interesting specials and great seafood. We tried simple rice with shrimps, whole fish, and octopus, and everything was delicious. You can find options under 5500 per person as well as more elaborate dishes. We came to Sabromar every time from Manuel Antonio because other sodas and restaurants were overpriced, and this place never disappointed. The place is very pleasant and clean, the service is excellent, and the prices are completely reasonable. Solid 5 out of 5. Highly recommend to everyone!

One of the best restaurants in Quepos. The food is delicious and very affordable. The service was incredible. We were celebrating my wife's birthday when they surprised us with a super delicious dessert and sang "Las Mañanitas" to her. They treated my wife like a queen. Definitely one of the best places to celebrate, share, and enjoy a delicious lunch and an incredible ocean view! Highly recommended! Many thanks to Marita for her excellent service, kindness, and warmth, who made this moment an unforgettable memory

We got married for a SECOND time here. Incredible and fun service. Great tasting plates and sangria. Came here for a honeymoon date, next thing I know my wife is walking down the aisle in between the tables to me with a veil on and wedding bells playing in the background. Marita married us again and then we had an amazing meal after. Everything was delicious. 10/10 place.

Not good food at all. We ordered seafood platter for 3 and a seafood cream soup. All the seafood was felt like it was old. The squid and octopus was extremely tough. Fish was overcooked to the point that it felt like squid! One of the two lobsters that can felt more like a large shrimp than a lobster. muscles, clams mostly were not open or didn’t have any meat inside them. The soup was good but again the seafood inside the soup were not fresh and overcooked. Not recommended to order this platter. We had a much better seafood platter at the gate of Manuel Antonio park. The sea view is ok, nothing spectacular.

This place is above the rest. I had the singles mix plate with crab, lobster, clams and octopus. It had garlic covered on it. Little salty but was good. The wife had the cordone blue and she said it was just ok. Had the cheese cake also. It didn't compare to most places. I would say for this place it is good but not to me. The staff was great and the place is nice.

My Uber driver recommended this place. It is unbelievably tasty. I got the individual seafood dish and housemade sangria with an appetizer of ceviche. Absolutely delicious. Wonderful attentive staff too!

Ginormous portions and SO TASTY. Absolutely loved it. If you’re staying in the Manuel Antonio area definitely dine in anywhere in quepos !

By far the best food, service and value I had while traveling in Costa Rica. Our fried calamari appetizer was tender and crisp with a few shrimp surprises. I had the catch of the day, Mahi-Mahi, which the crust, sauce, and accompanying vegetables made it one of the best meals I have had in years. The service was professional, attentive, and perfectly bilingual. At a level I would expect from a fine dining establishment. The resturant has an amazing view of the harbour and would be an incredible place to watch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. If you are in Quepos you must eat here.

This was honestly one of the best meals of my life. The flavors were so over the top amazing. If you come to Quepos/Manuel Antonio, you should not miss this place. The great view and super service is just a bonus!

The food was amazing, and the prices were fair considering the quality and portion size. The service was excellent, and the views from the restaurant were beautiful too.

We had a great lunch. Great view of the nicer harbor, the food was very good with good service. It's a nice place to eat, surrounded by the harbor and upscale shops.

The seared tuna with zucchini spaghetti and roasted tomato was an excellent combination. Also, the mojito was great, and the view of the marina was a perfect bonus

Fabulous food and lovely service in a beautiful place - absolutely delicious! Coconut shrimp and melt in the mouth tuna as fresh as you could imagine. Recommend the macadamia nut pie too!! Really good value. Thank you 😍

Great place to eat in the Quepos Marina, delicious 😋 dishes and a decent wine list . Cannot remember our server, but she was fantastic 🤩.

We had a delicious and delightful experience here with fresh fruit smoothies, phenomenal appetizers, ceviche, fish tacos and a unique plantain hamburger! Highly recommend. The service was warm and friendly, we enjoyed our visit immensely!

Had dinner last night and our meal was delicious. We had the fresh red snapper with a sauce over it that had seafood in it and a little bit of spice. It was absolutely wonderful. The service was excellent, and we felt it was reasonably priced. The price we paid included two drinks each.

Service is excellent, atmosphere is pretty good with views of the ocean and street. We enjoyed watching street vendors. But food is average. Fish was dry outside and inside. One of worst casado we have had in Costa Rica. Juice was quite okay.

We had an amazing dinner in the middle of a downpour! The staff was incredible and so kind and welcoming. Our food was delicious and a great way to end our time in Manuel Antonio. I only wish wish I would have had more cash to tip the servers because they were phenomenal!

Had a lovely lunch here with a view of the sea. Waiters were super attentive and friendly. Had a really nice shrimp pasta and the shrimp were so fresh and lots of them. The mango smoothie was delicious too and we got a very nice shot on the house which had a hibiscus salt rim. Never had that before but very nice. Would really recommend

The shrimp ceviche was very fresh and good! The staff is very friendly! Very cool to see people surfing during diner.

we came here many nights for dinner to get the fish tacos, they are delicious! Manny makes the best drinks and Andre is such a great waiter! i can’t wait to come back and say hi! also, they have the cutest little kitten named Chimuela lol

Visited here in Jan 2025 had an absolutely amazing meal. I don't recall the names of meal we had, but everyone loved the food. If you're not very familiar with the area you might feel uneasy. Rest assured it's safe. The parking is mostly street so you might have walk a bit on busy nights, so worth it. The drinks were delicious and the service was pretty good for what appeared to be a 2 person operation. The Atmosphere could be a little better, but don't let that hold you back from coming. They do their very best to have level table and chair with what they have to work with. It will be on my repeat list next visit.

When I arrived it was empty (6-7pm on a Wednesday), and I thought “shiiiit did I get fooled by fake reviews” but I went ahead and ordered the dishes many seemed to recommend - a tuna poke bowl and the creamy shrimp pasta. Idk if it’s cuz we’ve had many bland meals leading up to this dinner, but we took one bite of each and immediately said it was the best meal we’ve had in Costa Rica lol. Anyways not cheap as is most places we’ve tried, but delicious food so we didn’t mind.

Enjoyed an excellent meal here. All the dishes were made with fresh ingredients, especially the tuna was amazing. Vegetables were very crisp and tasty. Atmosphere was very relaxed and the people were very kind! Highly recommend it.

Very good restaurant in Quepos. The food was all really good. The burger had mango and other items on it that made it unique but also delicious. It was a great quick stop for lunch. Everything tasted fresh and would come here again.

What an amazing place. We ate here on a Tuesday night around 8 pm with a group of 10 people. The staff was super friendly. The place has a great atmosphere and a huge table to accommodate a large group. The star dish was the Thai tuna. It was so fresh and a huge portion of yellow tail Tina. Several people ordered it and everyone that tasted it was amazed. Most dishes come with a seared sweet plantain which was delicious. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 was that a few of our various steak dishes got cooked with the wrong temperature. It seemed like they flip flopped a few of the temps and cooked them wrong like well done instead of medium rare and vice versus. Over all a great place and we would recommend to go try it out. Added note. The drinks are amazing and for us they were adding strawberries which was great but the menu does not let you know that. In case you don’t like strawberries.

Only tried the poke! The good: all the ingredients were very fresh and tasted quality. The bad: wayyy too much sauce it was very very very sweet and overpowered everything else so you couldn’t taste the ingredients. Couldn’t eat the rice, it was like eating candy. The service was quick as we were the only ones in and they were friendly.

What a great find! Delicious food in a darling, comfortable, laid back atmosphere! The wait staff were attentive and friendly (even sharing with us their pineapple smoothie recipe!) and the food was just what we needed after a day hiking to the nearby waterfalls. The menu had a wide variety of options so everyone could find something to love with so much flavor! Wish we would have found this place sooner on our trip as we would have made frequent visits!

This is a very small Italian restaurant that I believe is run by the owner and his son. We were looking for Italian our first night in Quepos and this place popped up. It was an easy drive with easy street parking. It wasn’t a bad experience by any means, but both the food and service were just ok at best. It was for of us and we sat down and were promptly greeted and were given menus. He later took our drink order and food order, which we accurately received later. Because it’s two of them, and there were other guests, it took a bit longer than we might have hoped. But we simply talked to the table next to us to pass the time. The food arrived and was just ok. The garlic bread was cold as it was likely made before the pastas and sat there. The caprese salad was fine, but nothing special. I had the namesake pasta and it was pretty bland without a lot of flavor. The fettuccine noodles themselves were actually pretty good. My kids both got the Alfredo, which was pretty odd. On the ingredients it listed cooked ham, but I would have assumed it was something like a pancetta, or guanciale, but it was more like a chef salad kind of ham (see photo). I’ve just never had ham like that in a pasta. Lastly, know that the atmosphere is super casual and bland. This is perfectly fine if you are aware, but keep that in mind if you are in town for a limited time and can only pick a couple places for dinner. For us, it just fell short given the other great restaurants we experienced while in Costa Rica.

My wife and I visited for lunch. The restaurant was not too busy, so everything was great. After reading the other reviews, we had some reservations about our visit. We can honestly say that we thoroughly enjoyed everything! This was some of the BEST pasta dishes we've ever tasted 😋! Yes, the owner didn't appear to be overly friendly, but he wasn't unfriendly either. And once we told him how much we enjoyed our meals, we could tell this meant a lot to him... and we got him to smile! If you find yourself in Quepos, in my opinion, it's worth the visit.

I recently visited this restaurant and thoroughly enjoyed the cozy, fresh, light, and airy ambiance. I would rate it 5/5. We found parking right in front of the restaurant on the street, so I'd also give it a 5/5 for convenience. The location is quite busy, with guests constantly arriving during dinner time. As for the main dishes, we had perfect fresh tomato sauce pasta, Pasta with Pomodoro sauce, and pasta with cream sauce mushroom, all of which I would rate 5/5. I'll be returning on my next visit.

I’ve lived in Costa Rica for over 7 years and have yet to find better Italian food. This small Italian restaurant gives you an authentic experience and the food reminds me of Italy. Visit when you have plenty of time to spare as this Italian experience can last a bit longer than expected.

This was the best Italian food I’d ever had, and I’m Italian from NY! The owner was the waiter and chef. It was made fresh in the small kitchen he has, with the most Italian ingredients. My wife and I both order two completely different things, and both were AMAZING! He mad the pasta by hand. The price was below average too, so I didn’t mind getting anything in the menu. I wish this guy and his restaurant was closer to my home and not Costa Rica. Fantastic atmosphere and perfect sized restaurant. This place should be soooo popular but I don’t think many ticas are eating Italian. Would recommend 100%

Luigi is doing real work in Quepos, Costa Rica. He’s the chef, server and wine pourer. We recently went to Italy for a couple weeks…Luigi has somehow transported classic Italian cuisine to Costa Rica. DO NOT PASS ON THIS PLACE. The bruschetta pomodora and bruschetta mozzarella y prosciutto was insane good. I had the carbonara and it was like I was eating it sitting next to the colosseum at Historia La Gladiaria. We had the brownie and gelato 🥹 enough said. We ended the meal with a digestivo. Luigi had two with us. He is a one man show so know that it takes a little longer BUT totally worth it.

The food was really tasty. The owner runs the place and was preparing everything by himself. You need to be ready for “Pura Vida” pace. Things to improve- the toilet was out of paper. Overall very good experience.

A really nice spot for gelato in Quepos, with lots of delicious flavours. I tried the Snickers gelato and it was fantastic. Service was friendly and the prices were reasonable too.

Great gelato, great service, lots of flavor options! I got cappuccino caramel and chocolate— it was a perfect sweet treat!

It was ok ice cream and a little expensive for the quality. I got the coco tostado con dulce de leche and the torta chile a which was good. My wife got cookies and cream and the NY cheesecake both of which were icy.

Really bad service … they have like 20 flavors but only aloud one sample per kid and if you are a grown up you do not get to have even one sample.. I brought many clients and friends over to have am ice cream while visiting our local marina but I will not longer will be doing that. To bad to have a car experience in a place that is so visited by tourist

This place has the best ice cream and dessert! We went there three times during our stay. We got a nutella crepe, a slice of key lime cheesecake l believe ,coffee and ice cream. The place is super cozy and cute and the staff are super friendly especially Kathia she's a sweetheart.

Terrible service! Treated us like we were robbers and I felt like the girls wanted us to leave ASAP. Wouldn’t recommend to anyone. We tried 2 flavors of ice cream. Maracuya was good but raspberry wasn’t. Expensive too. Not coming back

My wife and I shared a mango gelato and enjoyed it! I doubt it's authentic gelato, probably sorbet, but either way it was tasty!

Hot day, we found a breeze with a view at this upper floor restaurant and bar. They have an elevator! Our meals were attractively served. Drinks were great and we would have probably had more had the server stopped by. The dorado ceviche was very good.

Octopus was the most over done I’ve ever had and almost worthy of crying over. Tacos were decent. Rice and chicken were decent, and CHICKEN NUGGETS were the best. The view was good, the atmosphere was great. Service was horrible. We had 1 refill of water during the entire 1.5hr meal. If you’re looking for a good place for dinner, look elsewhere.

The food looks better than it tastes, but it's not bad. But very good service and view

I had the Pesca En El Malecón. The fish was tasty. It was on top of vegatables and potatoes that were bland at best. The service was terrible even though there were 3 or 4 servers and only 3 other tables had guests. I've been in Quepos for 4 days and have had 3 meals a day. This was the least favorite so far. I can't see myself returning. Very disappointing.

Good restraint with views of the sea and town. Excellent food and friendly staff. We turned up soggy from kayaking. The staff were very helpful and not at all phased by the wet mess we made!

Food and drinks are incredible!!!! The steak and tacos were amazing!! Also have a good kids menu!! Incredible views!! Thank you!!

We enjoyed our diner in this restaurant. Very good food and very friendly staff🌺🌸🌺

Beautiful calm sunset spot. We enjoyed 2 for 1 caipirinha’s (5$ each). We also had a tasty guacamole!! The staff was very friendly too.

Best sunset view by the marina! Fresh guac & chips plus salsa! Waitresses were attentive and friendly! Definitely the best spot for watching sports and catching up with friends! $1.20 margaritas which are premixed tho but everything else is fresh! Didn’t try the rest of their food cause this is a bar with some snacks

I’m here 3 to 4 times a year until I retire. The business Currently changing owners, but has happy hour 11am to 6PM, 7 days a week 2 for 1 drinks, not counting the Top shelf Blanton’s Bourbon. Great Margaritas and ice cold beer served with a Koozie / sleeve. My favorite sunset place based upon time of year / raining season. Sports on 12 TVs🍺🥃 Cheers, Pura Vida

Excellent food the best we have had in Costa Rica so far! Prices for happy hour from 12-6 pm on drinks were well worth the price. Trash can nachos and all other appetizers were the bomb 💣

It was terrible!!! First we wait for the food more than 1 hour. We ordered a chilli and the chips were soft we speak up and they said they were made that same day at morning so that they were fresh, ah haaaa??? Then like million times later the fish tacos arrive and the coles slaw were to wide it ruined the tacos. Not good food for the huge wait. Never coming back here. Try any of the other places!!

Delicious food, amazing view and great service!! Highly recommended!!

Great place for happy hour and a view of the sunset. Fairly standard menu - Americanized. The pina coladas were good.

Amazing staff.! I went as vegetarian during breakfast and i had a list of things to try in costa rica. I told them that i wanted to try platano gratinado. They specially made it for me, even though the dish was for lunch and dinner. Not a lot of vegan options but staff is very friendly and atmosphere is perfect. They also suggested me one more local drink to try even though it was not in my list and it turned out amazing.

What a great Gem!! Clean and modern. Comfortable. Nice and helpful staff. We bought our kids birthday 🎂 cake. The espresso ☕️ is delicious. Highly recommend.

We went to La Panera around 6am before we went fishing. It is the one bakery that opens early enough for break before fishing. The service was pretty fast. The OJ of course was natural, so delicious. The coffee was outstanding, I really enjoyed it.

The best café I have been drinking in Costa Rica!! The food is delicious, portion are great. Staff is very friendly and nice. I love the place ❤️

The sandwiches is good here. Have them heated it up and the bread is warm and crispy. The pastries though is not good. They have potato, beef, cheese, chicken and a mix of beef/potato. However the filling is so dry. They also sell cakes, coffee, and small bottles of alcohol. Friendly service.

Hello, came here for an iced latte for breakfast/lunch but the lady at the front so rude. She added drip coffee to my iced latte and said espresso and drip coffee is the same thing. Either she doesn’t know espresso shots and drip coffee is different but regardless rude, attitude, and extreme bad behavior. I spent money on garbage. If you don’t want to work and provide good service then don’t work. Then she acted like we don’t have an espresso machine. I don’t know what’s wrong with her but if you are the owner please replace this lady. She doesn’t even know how to smile.

We came here twice the smoothies were so tasty! Guanábana, melon, strawberry, banana, so good! We tried the empanadas and they were good too. There were plenty of food options (from lunch options such as casados, olla de carne, to sandwiches, pastries and cakes). It seemed like a local place, not too touristy. The service was attentive and the price was reasonable. They have tables inside (and AC!) and a small terrace outside with a few tables too.

An amazing local place with great food and awesome service. They made us feel at home and and even did extra to make sure we had a good time. A better restaurant than most of the fancy tourist oriented places here.

Happened to stumble upon this hidden gem tucked away from the main drag of quepos. What a find. Best casado I have had during my stay in Costa Rica. Very family and local owned. Food here is very very reasonable compared to other places in quepos. 10/10 would recommend.

Do yourself a favor and swing by this local joint. Great foot, service like you are family, and a local tico atmosphere that you can't put a price on. They have ping pong and pool and foosball too. The carne mexicana is spectacular, the homemade hot sauce is hot and delicious. Been here a dozen times, will go a dozen more.

Local people are very welcoming. Server was really funny and endearing. Happened to go there on karaoke night which was pretty entertaining

Great food, friendly servers and a wonderful owner! We had 2 dinners here, and loved the food and atmosphere. So fun and tasty. This is a local restaurant, but don't miss the wonderful food and cold beer!

They open at 3, not as Google says, at least on Sundays. We had the fish in a white cream sauce with shrimp and octopus (or calamari, not sure), called "marinara". It was excellent with generous amount of seafood. It was served with white rice (great side for the sauce) , French fries and a nice salad. It was not a huge serving of any of the sides but there was a lot of protein in the main dish. It eas the right amount.. We always share as we are small eaters and it was perfect.

This is one of my favorite places..tt is historic, Fabulous fish - very fresco. No matter how you order it. They also know how to make pretty drinks. And service is what makes it all worth it. They take care of you like muy.

Restaurante Donde Alex Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Eleoni. We are very sorry that your experience with the pricing information wasn't ideal. To ensure transparency with all our customers, we include a note stating that prices do not include tax in several sections of our menu. As you can see in the attached images, this information is visible on the cover and inside pages of all our menus and menu outside We take great pride in the quality of our food and the service we provide. We strive every day to use fresh ingredients and prepare dishes with the authentic flavor that characterizes us. We appreciate your comments, as they help us improve. We hope to offer you an even better experience if you decide to visit us again. We would be delighted to serve you personally. Sincerely, The Donde Alex Restaurant Team

Donde Alex, The only place we experienced as a tourist trap in Costa Rica. Somehow they were able to manipulate the charge and we ended up paying an additional $10 for our lunch after the park tour. This place came highly recommended by our driver. Probably because it’s a scam. We ate at a dozen restaurants during our stay and never had this discrepancy on the bill. I attached other receipts for proof. You can clearly see the difference in price and the exchange rate. No excuse for this behavior. Countries like Costa Rica depend heavily on tourism. This is one of those bad apples. Food was good. Edited Review Based on Donde Alex Response (8/14/25) I stand by my review. I specifically attached other receipts from restaurants we visited while on vacation in Costa Rica for reference. Clearly, I put thought into this review, instead of just posting. All three receipts have the tax and service fee. I am NOT disputing these two charges. All three receipts pictured were obtain within a couple days of each other during our stay in Costa Rica, so the national exchange rate is pretty much the same. However, the issue is in the conversion from Colones to USD with Donde Alex. The Donde Alex Colones total is 59655. This is equal to 117.91 USD (see picture for exchange rate) However, I paid 128.29, a difference of 10.38 more than what the conversation rate is. In addition, I used two other receipts showing little difference in the conversion rate. Receipt Example 1, 103825 colones is approximately 208 USD. Receipt example 2, 72976 colones is approximately 146 USD. While I understand the exchange rate fluctuates daily, it does not fluctuate by 10 USD from day to day. A little difference here and there for sure. "Background. Costa Rica's exchange rate is set by the Central Bank of Costa Rica. It fluctuates daily but is usually between 500-600 colones (₡) per 1 US dollar. You can check today's official exchange rate through the government website." -Google Search Again, food was good, especially the Trio de la Casa. The meat was tender and the portion size was perfect for two people.

I liked having breakfast here so much that I came back for lunch! For breakfast, I had the "typical" Costa Rican dish of gallo pinto, which was delightfully cilantro-flavored, eggs cooked exactly as I like them (fried hard - but you'd be surprised how many places get that wrong), toast with creamy butter and sweet plantains. It was so good with the addition of breakfast sausage and steak sauce! This was the "Surfo" breakfast, and I was totally satisfied and ready to trek Manuel Antonio Park. For lunch, I had the shrimp ceviche and chips with frijoles and pico de gallo. It was so fresh and so good. And the service was awesome too! We walked in with coconuts full of juice from a vendor outside. When we finished the coconut juice, he popped out to get them chopped for us so we could enjoy the coconut meat inside. Such a nice touch! I loved it here and will come back if I'm ever around these parts again.

We had seafood platter for two. It had 2 lobster, tuna, 5 pieces of fried, mixed sauted seafood, tuna and a white fish fillet. For sides, we asked for rice, fries and veg. The sides were in not very large in quantity. Rice was not soft. Veg was good but portion size was small. Actual seafood was mixed. Tuna didn’t feel fresh and was a bit tough. Lobster, shrimp, white fish was good. Sauted seafood had too much onions and gravy wasn’t up to mark. All in all not a bad restaurant but not the best either. But a plus was they provided some tortilla chips and beans on house.

The food was absolutely delicious. The service by Jordy was exceptional. He was friendly, courteous and his passion for his job and country is to be admired. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Amazing drinks and even better service! The two gentleman working were super friendly and gave my wife and I the rundown on some local spirits. 10/10 recommend stopping in here after your visit to Manuel Antonio park!

Our waiter, Enco, was fantastic! He made great suggestions for lunch and also made recommendations about the area. The quesidillas were delicious and well-priced.

We did a sunset beach dinner and bonfire with a group of people for a birthday celebration and The Fringe made the event so special for the birthday girl. They set us up with blankets and umbrellas and brought the food down to the beach. We had to move a few times due to the high tide, but that only dampened the experience literally, not in any other way. We enjoyed ceviche to start and then had burritos and tacos. The burritos were awesome, some of the best I had. The tacos were good too, but the burritos was where it was at! Hanging out with food and drinks and watching the sunset was really lovely, and the bonfire was a cool experience and attracted a crowd of passerbys who stopped to hang out with us. The Fringe also provided marshmallows for the fire, which was fun. Thanks for a nice sunset dinner and bonfire!

So lucky I found Heather, the team, and The Fringe Umbrella. Heather was very nice and communicative. Planning an event while in another country was very stressful but Heather made it easy! The beach set up was amazing and they were all so friendly. Shoutout to Madelyn for her work on the beach. Very pleased with the outcome of their work!!

Madelyn took care of us. Currently the restaurant is not open, they are making some changes during the down season. However she cooked us tacos, fruit plate, hotdogs, hamburgers, etc. We had a umbrella rental and bonfire. Sadly it rained at the end of the bonfire and we had to run for it, but we still had time to cook the smores on the beach beforehand. Well worth it, our entire group loved the experience. Also the beach bar and lodge next door provided drink service on the beach for us for both this night and the next.

I took my parents there for breakfast. The waiters where super duper slow with everything. After we waited 40min for our juices the 2 sandwiches that we also ordered where finished. So we just took it to go. But boy they where just smacked together. There was no love done to the food . Where super disappointed! For the price we paid it is not worth it at all. Im sorry to say!

We had a wonderful time at The Fringe! We had the avocado toast, a green juice and some fresh fruit - it was such a wonderful experience. A nice break from rice and beans, and great location. Beautiful interior and the service was great too. Highly recommend!

Such a pretty place to cool off after a morning at the beach or after visiting the Manuel Antonio Park. Delicious fresh food with a little AC on the side. Heather - the owner?- was super helpful. Would go again and again. And again

I loved this place! It was right next to my hotel (igloo beach lodge) & the bananas bread French toast is TO DIE FOR. Highly recommend! They offer beach picnics too!

Cool shop with wonderful unique original vintage clothing and jewelry items as well as great Cafe con Leche. Run by a pair on enlightened and interesting young women with a lovely outlook on Life here in Costa Rica. Very enjoyable stop on the way to the Beach. Stop by and stay Hello. True Pura Vida. Gracias

This well hidden gem of a boutique/ coffee shop deserves to be known by ALL. It’s a unique, magical place that offers unique hand selected vintage pieces, dazzling jewelry, whimsical tarot cards and food for the soul. The owner Julie created a place that transpires good vibrations, art, eco-responsible clothing, delicious coffee and snacks (gluten free options). 10/10 would recommend.

Loved this shop, perfect stop after a visit to Manuel Antonio. Lots of great locally made clothing and products plus has an excellent vintage selection. Perfect for gifts or a treat for yourself. My mom and I bought a couple of cute tops! Dog friendly as well :)

Absolutely love this cafe & boutique mix. Great coffee and smoothie options, and absolutely great small shopping selection. Tons of local options, we went back multiple times during our trip.

Cute store with delicious coffee and it’s friendly owner Julie. Tons of cute clothing, jewelry, and fun stickers! Highly recommend stopping before a beach day or after a hike at Manuel Antonio and supporting a smaller business.

Lovely vibe and well curated. Cute touches everywhere, like the pair of binoculars near the window that overlooks the jungle. And the owner is so nice! She let me borrow a book!

Entering this cafe boutique is entering a wonderful universe filled with beauty. Have a banana latte and take your time in the jewelry section or the clothing section while chatting with the owner. The place is an experience on it’s own. I highly recommended it 10/10 !

(Translated by Google) Bohemia Experience through Marjorie offers a wide variety of services. If you are looking for accommodation, it has a place that is super cozy and has a privileged location, very close to the center, super market and other shops. I have personally tried the chef services and I loved it, it is simply spectacular. In addition, Marjorie now also offers her services as a masseuse and she is great. Without a doubt, they are services that I would like to continue using. (Original) Bohemia Experience a través de Marjorie ofrece una gran variedad de servicios. Si buscas alojamiento tiene un lugar que es súper acogedor y cuenta con una localización privilegiada, muy cerca del centro, súper mercado y otras tiendas. Yo personalmente he probado los servicios de chef y me ha encantado, es simplemente espectacular. Además, Marjorie ahora también ofrece sus servicios como masajista y es buenísima. Sin duda, son servicios que me gustaría seguir utilizando.

(Translated by Google) The quality of Marjorie's service is unbeatable. It's an experience to discover and enjoy Quepos with people who give you security and the quality of feeling at home! The best coffee in the world! (Original) La calidad de la atención de Marjorie es inmejorable, una experiencia para conocer y disfrutar Quepos con gente que te da seguridad y la calisés de sentirse como en casa! El mejor café del mundo mundial!!!!!

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place with a very familiar atmosphere, excellent rooms, delicious food prepared by the host Marjorie, I highly recommend it. (Original) Bellisimo lugar con un ambiente muy familiar, excelentes habitaciones, comida deliciosa preparada por la anfitriona Marjorie, lo recomiendo ampliamente.

La Luna restaurant is very high quality dining. My husband and I stayed at the Gaia Hotel, and ate breakfast here every day, and dinner most nights of our visit. The menus have a wide selection of choices that suit any diet, and the quality was always excellent. They take pride in their service and the dishes they prepare. In addition to the main menus, they also have a full sushi menu that does not disappoint. And their chocolate lava cake was to die for! Ricardo, Andrey, Brandon and the rest of the staff were amazingly kind and genuine, as was everyone we met while we were there. We felt like family as they welcomed us in by name and remembered our preferences and even our favorite table. The view from the restaurant is surreal and the sunsets are breathtaking! I definitely recommend!

This was one of the best meals and restaurant experiences we had around Manuel Antonio! We were picked up in the parking lot by golf cart and driven up to the restaurant. We watched the sunset over the water and had the most delicious cocktails. The staff were lovely and able to accommodate one gluten-free diet and one vegetarian. We had a great time!

Food was amazing! Only issue is that the service was a little slow. But this was our last night in Costa Rica, so we didn’t mind at all. Watching the sunset was beautiful. The monkeys were cute to watch as well!

I’m not entirely sure this is the correct location because we went to the rooftop lounge. We originally went to La Luna where we were taken via a golf cart from the parking lot. When we sat down and mentioned to the server that we’d just be having a drink, he told us we would enjoy the rooftop lounge and he took us there. This server was amazing, he took us there and then passed our drink order along to the server at the lounge. The lounge was outdoors with a roof. There was also a little garden section where we were informed they grow their own veg. The drinks we had were delicious but very overpriced. We paid $32 for 2 drinks which was the most we spent on 2 drinks in Costa Rica. It was worth it for the experience as there were panoramic views, so stunning and would be lovely at sunset. The bartender showed us a tree right nearby that a couple of macaws often chill in though we didn’t get to see them

We stay in this hotel Service was outstanding. Great staff You have to try their sushi. Sushi roll was delicious I order rainbow and spicy tuna.

No words can describe how amazing and delicious the food was! My fiancé and I came here for breakfast, lunch and dinner during our 2 week stay in Costa Rica. The staff is incredibly friendly and every meal was delicious. I think the breakfast was my favorite. They offered delicious breads, coffee, juice and fresh fruit with your choice of a meal. And the view was incredible, rain or shine!

We didn’t stay at the hotel but came specifically for La Luna because it was highly recommended. By the time we were seated at 7:30 and got our appetizers and drinks it was 8:30pm, it felt like they forgot about us or the staff was definitely overwhelmed. The food tasted fresh but the seasoning was off, we got the two most recommended plates and the fish was so salty we had to send it back. The pasta tasted alright but honestly, it’s like going to a chain restaurant in the US but paying top dollar for it. The two appetizers we got were better than the main courses. I wouldn’t say you’re missing much if you decide to skip this restaurant.

Our family had a wonderful stay at Shana Hotel in Costa Rica. From start to finish, the entire staff made us feel welcome, safe, and cared for. Everyone was so kind and attentive, and we are truly grateful for their hospitality. We would like to give special thanks to Yasminy and Javier from the hotel restaurant. They served us during breakfast each morning with such warmth, professionalism, and friendliness. Their smiles and thoughtful service made the start of every day extra special for our family. Thank you to all the staff at Shana Hotel for making our trip unforgettable

We stayed 3 nights in a standard ocean view room at Shana by the Beach. The room was smaller than the family suites, but the view was amazing. Every morning we had wildlife right outside our balcony. A sloth hung out in the tree next to our balcony each day, squirrel monkeys showed up around 8am, and capuchins came by in the late afternoon. They’ll be on both the balcony and by the pool (they’ll walk right up to your balcony and right above you at the restaurant/pool). The hotel has two pools (one adults-only), and access to a small private beach. Just note the beach can get busy and chair rentals with shade are about $20 for two. Location is about 15 minute drive to Manuel Antonio National Park. What really stood out was the staff. Kevin and the gentleman from Tunisia (front desk), restaurant, everyone we met was genuinely kind, funny, and helpful. The front desk was quick to find solutions, and the restaurant team made every meal easy and enjoyable. Golf cart rides are available if you need help with the hill. Only small downside: walls are thin, so you will likely hear neighbors. Overall though, we loved our stay and would absolutely recommend it

The rooms were ok but this review is about the spa I appreciate that the spa fit me in last minute and offered a steep discount for guests, but they should never advertise facials if the staff aren’t actually trained to do them. Even for $70 before tip, it was a waste of money. The service began with about 20 minutes of face washing—first with a cleanser, then with a cleansing scrub—followed by endless rubbing with small sponges and tapping. My skin felt raw. When I asked about steam, she said there wasn’t any. She left for several minutes, then returned with scorching-hot towels that she placed awkwardly on my face. Then she left for about 5–7 minutes to get cucumbers, came back, and started placing loads of them all over my face and even my chest. While the cucumbers were on, she began massaging my feet and legs, but never actually found any pressure points—it was more just light stroking up and down. There was no neck, head, or shoulder massage like most facials include, which made the whole experience feel even more incomplete. The third time she left, she placed tissues over my eyes and a mask on my skin, but by then it had been about an hour and I just couldn’t continue. I wiped my face off, added moisturizer, and left. To her credit, she was very kind and truly seemed to be trying her best—but this felt like false advertising more than anything. They should really remove facials from their menu if they’re not trained or equipped to offer them.

Overall had a great experience. The top pros: pools, view, staff, restaurant, and beach access make this place great. The only major negative is that the hotel is literally set on the side of a steep hill which required climbing up and down constantly. The monkeys visited the balconies each morning. Breakfast was great and did have a omelette station.

I had carefully reviewed several 5 star hotels before deciding to book Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio. Unfortunately, this was a major disappointment. Upon arrival, I was informed by the front desk that there was daily construction happening every morning. This was never disclosed online at the time of booking. When I raised this issue, the staff told me they had already informed Expedia to post a notice. That’s not the customer’s responsibility it’s the hotel’s duty to ensure transparency. Despite acknowledging the problem, no compensation or meaningful solution was offered. The room itself was far from what one would expect from a 5-star property. The faucet was loose and wobbly, the room had a dense, unpleasant smell, and the overall condition felt outdated and poorly maintained. It was clear that the property has not been properly cleaned or refreshed for some time. Between the constant noise, lack of disclosure, and substandard room quality, I would honestly rate this hotel as a 3 star at best. I would not recommend this place to anyone expecting a true 5-star resort experience.

Had such an amazing honeymoon at Shana by the Beach! The staff was amazing and super friendly. We had an excursion booked prior to our visit but was able to switch it upon arrival with the help of Johnny. The monkeys made us laugh and it was also really neat to see some toucans, macaws, and a sloth! The spa was fantastic and relaxing! The views are spectacular and the beach was wonderful as well! We will definitely visit again!

The location is simply the best in the area, the beach is close and provides a unique way to get to it through some jungle walking - just wonderful!!! Rooms are old but seem they are making some improvements!! The staff were friendly and supportive.

Wow! Some of the best Indian food (if not the best) that I’ve ever had, and I did not expect to find that here in Costa Rica. It’s so beautiful here and we even saw some cool wildlife just from our seats. Staff is so attentive and sweet, and the food was delicious. I highly recommend the sweet cardamom lassi and garlic naan. We will try to come back again during this trip:)

Last night, my wife and I had an exceptional dining experience at Namaste Indian Restaurant, our first time trying Indian cuisine. Our server, Rabi, was outstanding. When we mentioned we were new to Indian food, he thoughtfully recommended four dishes that were bursting with unique and delightful flavors. His suggestions were spot-on, and we thoroughly enjoyed every bite. Rabi was attentive and ensured our needs were met throughout the meal. The entire staff was warm, welcoming, and made us feel truly valued. We highly recommend Namaste Indian Restaurant—you won’t be disappointed!

Best Indian restaurant in whole of South America! Great atmosphere. The food is so tasty, reminds you of India. Kudos to the chef! Amazing service by Mr. Ravi. He is very friendly and helpful.

This is Indian Soulfood Heaven! On our journeys we tried a lot of Indian restaurants. This is by far one of the best we’ve ever been to! The service is very professional and speaks perfectly English, too. We were asked about how spicy we wish our food to be, which was very attentive. The food itself was excellent and and a delicious flavour explosion! I had the Saag Paneer and my partner the Chicken Tikka Masala. The Mango Juice was freshly made and styed cool in the cups served. The dessert we took was the plate with all the desserts available - so delicious! We will come back here and can absolutely highly recommend this great place. You can also see the ocean a little bit. The restaurant is located a bit away from the Main Street, which is really nice. It is upstairs - the stairs to Soulfood Heaven!

Very good and authentic food in MA, the chefs are from northern part of India. Bhel puri and paneer was very good. Naan was excellent and chai was just perfect. The service is very good and all the staff is very friendly. The place is big and has a very good vibe. If you are craving good authentic Indian food… this is the. Place to be

Maybe your last Indian spot while traveling up hill leaving Manuel Antonio, but let me tell you this is the place to be! Very exclusive with delicious food and superior customer service. Also alcoholic beverages made with some strength if you know what I mean lol thanks so much, Namaste Indian cuisine! Ask for Dharam, he is a very pleasant waiter. Great place for Sunset views as well. 🍛 🇮🇳 🇨🇷 🌅.

This is a restaurant you must go to if you like Indian food! It was my boyfriend’s and my first time having Indian food, and we found this place near our hotel — it did not disappoint! The service was incredible, the food was delicious, and the place had a great view

Pleasantly surprised! I was a bit worry it would be a touristy place because of the gentleman on the street, trying to attract customers, but I was very wrong. The guy was super friendly, and so was the entire staff. They made sure we had a good time, good food, and were treated well. Can definitely recommend this one.

The food was great and the atmosphere is amazing. Staff were very helpful and attentive. I would recommend the lobster dinner and also the coconut flan. Top tier !

I walked by this restaurant multiple times, and every single time they had people working hard to sell the place, so I caved and went in. The food was honestly really great. I went during dinner when there were only 3 other small tables already dining and I got a great service, food took a while to arrive but that’s just Costa Rica. Everyone was friendly and they checked on me multiple times to refill my drink and to see if I wanted anything else. By the time I sat down and received my entree there was a couple who received the complete opposite treatment. They were essentially ignored after the entire time. Once they finally worked up the courage to flag a server down for their checks it took more than 15 mins. This wouldn’t be an issue but there were 5 servers standing behind the couple’s table laughing and chatting up while the couple looked visibly frustrated. (Now I don’t know what happened prior to my arriving, i noted this so that you are aware that service may vary) I ordered the calamari appetizer and the Seafood fried rice. Both tastes fresh and good! The seafood rice only had shrimp and scallops with one mussels, for the price I would’ve wanted more variety and larger portions. The side of fries didn’t taste fresh or hot. Its a good place but nothing is peaking my interest to return again.

Went in February 2025. We walked from our hotel - El Faro. Service was awesome. My wife and I split the squid appetizer and whole snapper. Was very good. Lots of people and great vibe. Would go again.

Good is a understatement food was excellent very reasonable and Roberto was awesome will highly recommend and I will come again next time I’m in Costa Rica

It’s a corner shop, and it is very easy to spot. We had Casado with pescado (fish) and seafood soup. Food is good and big portion.

We are here a couple of times during our stay in Manuel Antonio. The food was very good and the staff are super friendly & helpful. Steven especially so!

The food here was really good — flavorful and well-prepared — but unfortunately the service didn’t match. Once a larger party came in, we were pretty much ignored, which was disappointing. We ended up leaving and went elsewhere for dessert and drinks. Great food, but the service experience could definitely be improved.

We felt in Italy. 🇮🇹 we recently dined at Victoria’s Gourmet Restaurant and gave it 5 stars. The food and service was truly impressive. The pizza was particularly delicious, and Victoria’s 🍕 . The guy our server, was attentive and made the dining experience even more enjoyable. Overall, I highly recommend Victoria’s Gourment Italian Restaurant to anyone looking for a delicious and authentic Italian meal.

Probably the Worst Service for Tourists in Costa Rica – Stay Away!! We had one of the most disappointing dining experiences of our trip at this restaurant on the night of Mar 24, around 7pm. Our family of three was met with what can only be described as the worst service we encountered in Costa Rica. The waitress offered us only two seating options: one outside facing the street (dark, no view, and constantly disrupted by car headlights), and the other inside, placed right next to the blazing pizza oven — arguably the hottest and most uncomfortable spot in the entire restaurant. On a hot night with no air conditioning inside, this felt more like a punishment than hospitality. And why? Because we didn’t have a reservation. Ironically, the restaurant was largely empty, with plenty of open tables throughout the space. It seemed like we were deliberately being treated poorly — as if being walk-ins gave them the right to shove us into the worst possible spot. (See attached photo — you can clearly see how empty it was.) The food? Just average — nothing memorable, and certainly not worth the price. Our bill for three regular dinner meals was ~$120, and for the same price in the U.S., you'd get far better food and service. To anyone visiting this area: don’t waste your evening here. They clearly don’t care about customer experience — especially if you’re a tourist. In fact, the whole vibe felt like they were just trying to get your money because they assume you’ll never come back. Luckily, every other restaurant we visited in the following days was so much better — in food, service, and atmosphere. Save your night — go anywhere else!!

Our one night out splurge! ! Great service (we thought) attentive and the food tasty! Ot wasn’t until the next morning I notice the check hand handwritten additions, as well as another service charge (tip) very disappointed that it happened. We were in SJO when I looked at the ticket. Shame on me.. Shame in them, tourists keeps businesses alive! $$$

Wonderful restaurant located just across the street from Tulemar Resort. The service was excellent, friendly and very attentive. We ate there a couple times during our stay. We enjoyed the octopus carpaccio and Victoria’s dynamite shrimp for appetizers. Both were very tasty. For our meal we chose a variety of items to share. First, the jumbo shrimp and spicy sausage pasta. This was an amazing, flavorful dish! Second, the pesto chicken and spicy pepperoni with white sauce. I wasn’t sure about white sauce on a pizza, but this was truly fantastic. Lastly, we enjoyed a cappuccino and the tiramisu for desert. The flavor was excellent.

This was a great dinner spot with delicious food and a nice atmosphere. Highly recommend making a reservation since there are not many tables and seems they have a high volume of large parties, even on weekdays. For drinks, we got the red sangria which was yummy and had pretty garnish. The service was great, kind and quick service for the food. We were served a small garlic knot for bread, it was warm and the perfect amount to prevent us from spoiling our meals. The kitchen is very open which allows for an intimate experience with the food, the smells fill the restaurant. My brother had the special of the night, a lobster and shrimp ravioli in pink sauce which was amazing. The pizzas were delicious and both the sausage and pepperoni were flavorful. The seared ahi tuna appetizer with chipotle sauce was good and enough service for a meal. The tiramisu was good, but ultimately could be better. Overall it was a great dining experience! We highly recommend this place for a tasty and elegant meal at a reasonable price.

Stopped by for a late lunch in early November and had the place to ourselves! The service was top notch - everyone was prompt, polite, and friendly. We enjoyed the complimentary rolls, which came out warm with an oil dipping sauce and were very good! We tried the shrimp and spaghetti and meatballs and both were great! The plates were creatively decorated and the food was nicely presented. We were told to try the pizza, but the oven was being worked on so we'll have to try that on our next visit!

This restaurant had a great view over the coast. The sun sets right across from it. There are also three Macaus that have nests very nearby, so they were flying around and above the restaurant the entire evening. Definitely a great place to be at sunset. The food and drinks were also very good, and good music playing. I would definitely go back there and recommend it for anyone wanting a nice evening.

Went here for the sunset. Beautiful sunset! Sit in the bar area for the sunset. Have happy hour drinks (but only drinks, not beers). For dinner I had the Vegano roll sushi (vegan sushi). It was really good! But it does have sugar in it, and that is probably why it tasted so good. Large portions.

I stopped here for a beer and sat in the front of the bar, so I wasn’t inside. The restaurant part looked inviting with tables overlooking the ocean with a spectacular view. The lady that served me was nice enough and the atmosphere was pleasant and relaxing. Last night we had dinner here and it was excellent. We shared a Sushi roll of tuna, shrimp, crab, avocado and rice. It was excellent! We then shared a chicken wrap that was very good. The atmosphere is really nice and colorful, and they had live music. You can sit near the music or further away in the bar area, which is very nice as well.

First of all, the view is beautiful! Absolutely gorgeous. We were able to watch two parrots who landed in the trees near the restaurant while we ate. Secondly, I really appreciated that they had a few marked vegan options for me to choose from. I got the spring rolls and the veggie burger. Both were okay but not great which is the only reason I wouldn’t give 5 stars. The burger was deep fried which I didn’t expect and that in combo with the fries left me feeling heavy and greasy, but still satisfied my hunger. My boyfriend got the Buffalo wings and said they were amazing. His main dish was pasta which he also said was just okay.

While looking up different places to to dine near our hotel I saved this one. I’m so glad we got to come here and have dinner. They have amazing views of the sunset, such a nice vibe and friendly staff. We showed up for happy hour and were pleasantly surprised by the great deal, and the very yummy cocktail! We ordered the fish tacos and coconut shrimp. Both were so amazing! Highly recommend this place for lunch or dinner.

We have come here twice now. Great views and quick service. The staff is welcoming and patient with Spanish as a second language speakers. Tuesdays are 2 for 1 burger specials and happy hour drink specials daily 2 for 1 until 7pm. Their taxes and service fee is 23%. Nice bathrooms!

The views are great. We could see Toucans on the trees. The food was ok. We ordered Caribbean chicken and chifrijo. Chicken was good but chifrijo was plain. Overall experience was ok. The place is good for one time to watch a sunset.

Had an amazing meal here and with exceptional service by Omar our server. We ordered the tuna appetizer seared that was seasoned perfectly, the sirloin with portobellos and blue cheese, and the chicken breast with sun dried tomatoes. Everything was so delicious and beautifully presented overlooking the gorgeous Manuel Antonio bay. For dessert we had the pineapple tart with coconut ice cream which was one of the best desserts I have ever tasted. Omar our server was the best. He was attentive and offered helpful information on the areas activities. The dining terrace offers exceptional views, and the ambience is both inviting and peaceful. They even had a lovely live guitar singer in the bar. Overall we had an amazing dinner and would definitely recommend.

Very accommodating staff, Omar in particular was an incredible waiter, very attentive. Good food and pretty view. Pura Vida

The prices are slightly on the higher end but IMO they are super worth it. The staff is very caring and friendly, order was prepared super fast, the restaurant has a fantastic sunset view. The food is really good! Fresh fish, creative dishes, all little sauces match the dish and even the lobster had a very rich taste to it. I highly recommend this place, all negative reviews are like 3+ years ago, today this place is awesome.

A very pleasent restaurant. Prices high, but the food was very good. We ordered medium Tenderloin, and it came at least medium well (if not more). Except this, everything was very nice. Main downside is the high prices, that I feel aren't very justified. Chicken breast was excellent!

One of the best dining experiences I've had in Costa Rica. Jason our server went above and beyond to ensure our meal was to satisfaction. After being ripped off on our drinks at the hotel we stayed at, this restaurant gave us our money's value with delicious food, and refreshing and great crafted cocktails

Omar and staff were outstanding and managed the restaurant without running water because of a broken water main into the city. We ate Mahi Mahi and Tuna, both cooked to perfection. Ended dinner with the Chocolate Banana tart. Last note… the table next to us caught a yellow fin and the chef cooked the fish for them, same day! Great experience!

Very professional service, very nice and relaxed ambiance, great cocktails, excellent food. We had the fish catch of the day (perfectly steamed) that came with a delicious sauce and sides. Also, the caribbean style chicken is an experience that I highly recommend.

My visit to Hola India Manuel Antonio was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. The service was truly excellent—attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. We felt appreciated as customers the moment we walked in. The food was superb. Everything we ordered was incredibly flavorful, fresh, and perfectly spiced. It's easily some of the best Indian cuisine I've had in a long time. The ambiance is great too; the restaurant has a very pleasant and comfortable atmosphere that made for a relaxing and enjoyable dinner. To top it all off, they brought us ice cream on the house as a lovely, thoughtful gesture. It was a very nice detail that truly made us feel valued. Overall, we felt very welcome and well taken care of. If you are in the area and looking for a top-tier dining experience with amazing food and wonderful people, Hola India Manuel Antonio is a must-try!

You absolutely must try Hola Indian Restaurant in Manuel Antonio – it's a true hidden gem! Our dinner there was exceptional from start to finish. The hostess was an absolute treat, making us feel incredibly welcome right away. Every dish we ordered was bursting with flavor. We especially enjoyed the rich Lamb Bhuna and the aromatic Chicken Chettinad. The Punjabi Chole and Palak Paneer were also perfectly prepared. And definitely don't miss the Chilli Mushroom appetizer—it's a fantastic way to start your meal. Hola Indian Restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience, and we can't recommend it enough!

The food was amazing I am usually picky with Indian food if I am not in the UK or India, but glad I went. Everything was made fresh and full of flavours . They even make their own yogurt for the mango lassi. The service was really good Dhanbeer super friendly and also gave a free mango kulfi which was really good

We had a vegetarian and a meat dish and enjoyed both very much! Plus the garlic naan was very good. Also we had samosas as starters and would also recommend them. The service was very nice too, they also called the hotel shuttle for us. We would come again!

One of the best Indian experiences I’ve had. I tried 3 different places on my trip and this was by far the best. This beats the Indian food I’ve had back home. Amazing experience. Server and staff were also amazing!

We stumbled upon Hola Indian Restaurant during our stay in Manuel Antonio and were so glad we did. The food was absolutely delicious — rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care. I ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala, which had just the right balance of flavor and spice and my wife had the Lamb Korma, which was tender and packed with creamy and sweet flavor. We did ask for the Korma to be made with coconut and Alex (our waiter) gladly noted it in the order. Both dishes were served with basmati rice and the best Garlic naan we’ve ever had!! The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, and Alex made us feel right at home. If you’re craving something different from the typical beach-town fare, this spot is a must-visit. Highly recommend for anyone looking for authentic Indian cuisine in Costa Rica!

After a week in Vacation we were craving Indian food, I wasn’t quite sure but was pleasantly surprised by how tasty and authentic the food was. We ordered, Chilli chicken which was my daughter’s favorite. The Paneer Kulcha and Chicken tikka masala didn’t disappoint. The chicken Biriyani is not the best or close to the Dum Biriyani but quite okay. The Raita the chutney were really good. Definitely a good spot for some really good flavors.

Honestly, the food is average and a bit overpriced. Although, I will say that if I would have gone just for the appetizers I’d say this place is a 10/10, because the Ceviche in the pics was one of the best I’ve ever tried. Main courses were just not good enough, fish quite bland and pasta way overcooked for a place charging around $30 per dish. Place is very expensive compared to other options in the area which offer a better cost to quality ratio, expect to pay about $60 per person (~35k colones). Seafood was quite fresh. Service is quite good we ordered a dish that had an unusual taste and they didn’t hesitate to change it.

The best meal we had in Costa Rica! The staff was so sweet and the food was incredible. Dixson was our waiter and The prices are right on par with the amazing food. Can’t wait to eat here again

Very nice restaurant on the marina. I had dinner here my first night in Quepos and the food, service and atmosphere was great. Even though the sun had set already, there was still a great view of the marina. They were playing live Italian music I think while I was there which was a great touch. I got the shrimp and sausage pasta as recommended by my waiter and it was delicious. I ate the leftovers the next day and it was still good! I will definitely visit this restaurant again when I come back and highly recommend it if your in the area and want more of a fine dining experience.

EAT HERE YOU WONT REGRET IT Best lobster and octopus I have ever had, and I have had a lot of both all over the world. The service was phenomenal, Dixon is the best!! Everything was cooked to perfection, I could not recommend this place any more.

Excellent food and service with an impressive view, but you're paying for it! The old adage you get what you pay for is 100% true at Gabriella's. Our dinner for 2 was over $100 for us (I'm not sure if I've ever spent that on a meal for 2), but it was worth it. Definitely not for a quick cheap bite, but if you're looking for that fancy dinner splurge or are consistently a high roller, this is an excellent choice. Dixon was our waiter and was very attentive and exactly what you expect at a high end establishment. We ordered the wow wow shrimp appetizer (highly recommend), the octopus (recommend - but it's very filling), and the lobster tails (highly recommend). Food and service were excellent.

This is one of my favorite restaurants in all of Costa Rica. The service is above five star the food is absolutely amazing and the view is looking over the marina are spectacular. I could not rave enough about this experience and restaurant Mark the owner is also an amazing individual. Definitely worth the drive to this location!

Delicious food, excellent service, I loved this restaurant! My wife and I went here and really enjoyed ourselves. The ambiance is great! The owner was in the building and chatted with us to make sure we enjoyed ourselves He was so cool and polite! We will definitely be back here! I had the Rib Eye and I critique Steak anytime I eat it. This steak was cooked perfectly and had excellent seasoning and the shrimp on top. Oh my this was out of this world!!!!!!

The sunset view at this restaurant is gorgeous, but be sure to make a reservation in advance—when we arrived as walk-ins, all the tables with the best views were already reserved. Since we hadn’t had lunch earlier that day, we decided to go all in for dinner, and it was definitely worth it. The steaks are what truly make this place stand out. We ordered the tenderloin and the ribeye, and both were juicy, tender, and perfectly cooked. One surprise was how delicious the vegetables were. The zucchinis and tomatoes were perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. The baked potatoes, however, didn’t quite hit the mark—they were unevenly cooked, with some potatoes flavorful and others a bit bland. Watching the chefs grill the food right in front of you added a fun and engaging element to the experience. Overall, it was an excellent meal that lived up to our expectations for a memorable feast.

Excellent place to have a really nice and good dinner. If you can try to be there or make a reservation for the sunset. We missed the sunset but the food experience was amazing. I had the seafood special, which was stuffed squib ( not a piece of squib, the WHOLE squib), shrimps, and other seafood on it. It comes with fresh grill tomato, baked potato, and zucchini. You can see on the picture that it was no joke. My wife got the Beef tenderloin, which also comes with Bake potatoes, tomato and zucchini. All plates are made right there in front of you and with wood. The smell is so amazing. Strongly recommended if you come to this area in Manuel Antonio. I even recommend that skip your hotel restaurant and come here. We spend a little more in our resort and the food at this restaurant is by far better. They food for everyone taste. Sorry that my pictures of the menu came out blurry. Also, if you pay with credit card, ask for pay in Colones which is the Costa Rica money. Most of the time the change with your card is better.

My steak was great - perfectly medium rare. Forgot to let my phone eat first. Wish there were more side options. We had a large group so service took a while but overall pretty good

The food is good. The views can be amazing if it doesn't rain. I have 2 negatives; 1 . The kids meal options are more like options for picky adults. Not for kids. 2. The prices are insane. They take extreme advantage of being in a tourist area. The food is good, don't get me wrong, but a $30 margarita??? Come on. We enjoyed our dinner and the wood stove smells divine. If you go, just prepare to overpay for a good - not great - meal.

We had dinner here twice with family. It’s wonderful to benefit from Bill’s extensive knowledge of the area, especially to find great restaurants in another country. The steaks are amazing! All food is cooked in full view on this unique wood fired charcoal grill. It is hard to choose which I enjoyed more, the food or the gorgeous view of the sunsets that were so perfect it looks as if the Creator painted it just for us!

All the stars for this place!! We are so glad we decided to try this place for our last night in Manuel Antonio. Epic sunset view - the best place for it in my opinion. Really unique place with great energy and amazing service. All the food is char-grilled using a raging fire that feeds the grill hot coals down metal chutes. It was by far my best meal in MA. I ordered the beef tenderloin. Seriously, don’t miss this place!!

Awesome and delicious food. Very unique place on how they grill all of the food with hot timbers right in front of you. Best squid I ever had and unique with muscle meat stuffed inside.

Ordered whole red snapper grilled. Was not thrilled with it. It was mushy wet inside and had oily burned texture outside. The live music was cool. The sangria was very good.

We had 2 dinners at La Cantina. Both were excellent, grilled perfectly with excellent sides. The sea bass was very fresh, and fairly priced. My burger was delicious and the fries were crispy. Best part of the meal for us was the excellent service we received from our waiter, Julio. He was great!

Well worth going to. The flavour they get into the food is amazing. We had the smoked half chicken and the boneless ribs. Portion sizes are big (for us at least) so we shared. The live music was really good as was the service which was friendly and attentive.

What an amazing gem in the middle of Manuel Antonio. From the service to the excellent delicious food. The service is outstanding... food was out of this world. We had following: house salad to start👌 kids ordered : cheeseburger ( my 6 yr old) ate 3/4 of this giant 🤭 my 9yr old ordered beef nachos- loved it, my 16yr old- seafood linguini- made to perfection, so tasty and hearthy- loaded with variety of deiiferent seafood. Wife had yellow fin tuna steak- loved it. I went with La Cantina sampler plate- perfect steak, grilled chicken, sausage, ribs, roasted potatoes. We finished with few different desserts 🍨 By far the best restaurant since we visited 10 days ago- must try in Costa Rica 🇨🇷 Thank you 😊

It's a funky restaurant once you walk in with bottles as chandeliers and 2 levels. They have local musicians playing on the lower level that entertain which liven up the atmosphere at night. The menu is diverse, with many options for seafood lovers and steak eaters. The food was fresh, decent portion but average and a bit expensive. The food comes very quickly, however, it is low season right now, and there weren't many people in the restaurant. Most, if not all the waiters speak both English and Spanish and the ones working the floor are very friendly. Overall, a great place for dining with a group.

Amazing restaurant! Food was delicious and portions were huge. I had pork ribs - they were melting in my mouth, so tender and full of flavour. My partner had a "meat taster mix plate" and it was incredible - each type of meat was cooked to perfection and the huge portion was so satisfying. There was live music, beautiful decor, friendly attentive waiters - the atmosphere was so good I wish we discovered the restaurant earlier on our trip so that we can come again and again! Our waiter, Brendan was very efficient, friendly and helpful - I could also observe him looking after "kids table" next to us with great respect and kindness to little kids. That was such a nice touch!

Everything about this place is a win!.... And the portions will have you saven for lunch the next day! So come on an empty stomach cause the food is so tasty you will want to finish it all!!!!!! The staff and the chefs deserve around applause. It was a beautiful evening all the way around

A decent spot for Indian cuisine. The price here was pretty solid for the portions, but I just wasn’t wowed by anything in particular. It was pretty standard Indian food. The venue itself was beautiful and was very cool in having a pool just outside the dining area. Overall, a decent choice if you’re in the mood for Indian.

I never do reviews unless it's exceptionally good, or extremely terrible. And this is one place you WILL NOT WANT TO MISS. My friends and I have lived all over the world and enjoyed Indian food from all corners of it, but this is by far the best we have all ever had and we don't say this lightly. We found this place by accident while driving by and this turned out to be the highlight of our quick trip to Quepos/MA. From the second we walked in, we could feel and smell the authenticity of this place as the owner greets you with a smile. Once we received the bright beautiful menu full of every authentic indian dish, it was nearly impossible to decide which dishes to try, so we ordered three of our favorites and shared. Beef vindaloo, butter chicken and a lamb dish (which unfortunately, I can't remember the name, but see the pictures) along with 2 orders of perfectly cooked basmati rice and the best garlic naan I've ever had. All of our mouths were exploding with flavors that we can't even begin to describe. The atmosphere was almost as good as the food, with authentic Indian decor. If at any point you're bored of the beautiful view of the ocean, then turn around in your seat to watch the eye drawing Indian music videos playing in the background. The owner took care of us throughout the entire meal, explaining his processes of cooking and how he gets his authentic spices here in Costa rica, which if you live here you understand this isn't an easy task. He is clearly a man who takes pride in his cooking and his restaurant and has every reason to do so. He told us he longed for a simpler life doing what he loved; cooking the most amazing food with love, and he seems to have found it here. This is a can't-miss restaurant! If you are in the area, make sure you take the time to stop and enjoy a meal here. You will not be disappointed! I have lived in Costa Rica for 3 years and I have yet to leave a review on a single restaurant I've dined at nor has there been a restaurant here in Costa Rica that gets me excited to go out to eat to, except for this one. Go on now, and treat yourself to this amazing food.

Great Ambiance and Food! I have traveled to multiple Indian restaurants in Costa Rica, which was by far the Best Restaurant! The chief made the Paneer dishes so soft and tasty! fresh with local ingredients and authentic-ly deliciously!

We went here Feb 1, 2024. My husband's birthday. Didn't plan to go to Indian. just passing by and saw it. it was my idea to go although my husband loves Indian food, not I. but I was very happy. I loved the food! I thoroughly enjoyed the chicken Tikka masala, lamb biryani, and garlic Nan. everything was fresh, authentic and delicious!

We ordered a couple of times delivery. The food was so good, so we visited the restaurant for lunch with family. It has great views, the food was amazing and awesome customer service. Visited with family, everyone enjoyed the food, location and the atmosphere.

#1 favorite restaurant in Quepos. If I were stranded on a deserted island and only had one choice of food for the rest of my life it would be Love Indian Cuisine’s Avatar Chicken. The owner, Avatar, said it was a special recipe he cooked up- it’s evident that cooking Indian food is Avatars passion. Tasty samosas, perfect raita, smiley service and the hallmark garish lights and Indian decor and music- this place does not miss a beat. We went twice in our six days in the area. If you like Indian food even a little bit, this is the place!!!🥘🇮🇳🍚🍛🫓🐘🐘🐘

Amazing view of the ocean as we sat down at the restaurant. Great many vegetarian options - and the taste was really authentic. Loved the paneer butter masala and jeera rice. The menu was extensive and had loads of options!

Wonderful pizza! Breathtaking view on the ocean. Doesn't get better than that! Friendly staff and wonderful service. Try the desserts as well. Approved!

We stopped here after a day on the beach and we were pleasantly surprised to see the stunning view from our dining table. We ordered pizza and a calzone. The Calzone is HUGE! It was delicious! We also had two pizzas and a refreshing Cesar salad. We will definitely return when we visit again.

No matter how busy you are Italian place should know that you can’t burn the crust. Great prices. Only a few tables for 4+ people with the view. Great value if you just looking for docent place to eat.

GLUTEN FREE YUM!!! I got the four cheese and my husband got the supreme, both on gluten free, and they were phenomenal. Like, could not tell they were gluten free. Perfect texture, NOT a previously frozen crust, the edges were uneven so definitely handmade! The sauce was delicious. The cheese was yum. There was an extra $1.50 charge for gluten free, but coming from the states, that’s amazingly reasonable. The pizzas apparently have their own spots in the oven and dedicated utensils. The waiter was also thrilled to tell me that they have gluten free beer! Very cool! Service was great. We’ll be back!

This place has one of the best pizzas that I have ever ad in my life. We got a recommendation from a worker at our hotel come here, and we will definitely recommend this to other people. The workers are so funny and nice. We also had a nice conversation with Eric, our waiter, who was very nice and funny.

Great pizza and great service. Our wonderful server, Eric, gave me a few Spanish tips while we enjoyed our tasty dinner. We saw a dozen monkeys in the distance and multiple macaws flying overhead as we ate. The pizza is Italian style, and the capricciosa was my favorite out of three. The natural juices were very good and blended with ice, making them particularly refreshing on a hot day.

Nice views but wow is it overpriced ($20+ for a personal sized pizza). Lots of pizza topping options, just feels like a tourist trap.

Whole baked fish was delicious. It came with sautéed potatoes. It had a chocolate sauce underneath the fish. It worked well with the papas but not with the fish. I ordered the Tiramisu but what actually came was rich chocolate mouse on top of heavy sponge. No cream in sight. Disappointing.

So glad we found this place on our visit to Manuel Antonio! If you are looking for a well curated menu and creative gastronomy then definitely plan a visit to KAROLAS! The drinks are exceptional and the food presentation is gorgeous. Our server Inez was so attentive and accommodating! Five stars, would absolutely recommend!🥰

We had dinner and breakfast here. The restaurant is open to the outside air and sounds (large covered area). The food was great, fresh seafood sourced locally. Entertainment one night (local dance group). The picture isn't the best; fresh fish, black beans and vegetables.

Open air setting with a great view. Staff was friendly and the food and drinks were great.

We went for their sunset dinner mainly for the possible animals rather than the food, but we ended up enjoying the food, which was a pleasent surprise. The restaurant is located in a hotel, but has the prettiest view of the sunset, i recommend to get there an hour or more before the sunset, as our server told us we were able to order our drinks and go explore for a little bit, come back and order our food just to go and explore. We explored a lot, went up and down, there's a trail (that we did not do), the pool deck also has a beautiful view for the sunset. The dinner was great, good food, good everything. A mix of meat dishes, pasta dishes, and fish dishes, and none of us had any complaints. Coffee was cool, but not American strong coffee (but also we haven't found any better coffee's around here so this was the best one so far). The servers were great, friendly, new how to take good photos, most of the servers spoke good english, we were all able to communicate greatly, only thing, just a little bit slow, but it turned out great anyway. The server did tell us that the macaws fly around in the morning or afternoon, and toucans only in the morning, we saw these cute little rodent things running around, the macaws flying and hanging out - although i will warn, macaws do not make a pretty sound - but for what time we went, it turned out pretty good!

After a long day of hiking it was so much fun to go out for a great local meal. We started off by entering the hotel parking gate and had easy free parking. The outdoor patio was quiet and romantic. I had the best cocktail I’ve ever had (gin sour) and my dinner was amazing! We even ordered dessert - pineapple flambe! Highly recommend!!!

Friendly service. Delicious food. Creative cocktails. We came here for dinner. Parked in hotel/resprt parking for free (tell the person working security at the gate that you’re going to the restaurant). From the parking lot, the restaurant is a short walk down the driveway and to the right. It wasn’t super busy, and we got sat at a table right away. We ordered whatever drink special they had (some floral spritzer), and it was delicious. A little on the sweet side (which is my preference anyways). Most other people were drinking wine. My partner got a chicken and rice dish, and I was hoping for red snapper (they were out), but ended up getting another fish dish that came with shrimp, mussels, and calamari. Fish was cooked perfectly along with everything else on the plate. Whatever playlist they had playing was the perfect vibe (some chill progressive house/tropical house playlist). Our waiters were very attentive and friendly. Definitely come here for a date night or fancy dinner with friends.

We ate breakfast here twice while staying at the hotel - and we enjoyed our Thanksgiving dinner here as well. The breakfast was great with a fruit bowl coming out before the meal. Dinner was nice too and we were all happy with our food. Only complaint is that there was a bit of septic smell that would come and go - but the staff was trying to mask the smell with incense that didn't quite cover the stench.

Beautiful atmosphere, great service. Food was ok - lomo with the spicy tagliatelle: beef tasted good and was tender in a tangy soy but the pasta wasn’t spicy at all, gallina chicken dish was the very good and unique, shrimp and fish duo were under seasoned and underwhelming, and chicken with balsamic had a nice sweet balsamic reduction sauce but breast was bit dry (would have been better brined or marinaded to made it juicy.) A good option for variety in the area. Smoothies were good price but bit too much water and the glass was shaped so the drink was small and the straw was not long enough and kept sinking into the drink.

We ate here three times while visiting Costa Rica. Everything is delicious! Especially the tuna tar tar, taco trio, sea duo, tuna pesto risotto and surf and turf. Shout out to Daniella, Monica, and Andre for the great and friendly service!

We had an amazing dining experience at Medusa Restaurant! The food was absolutely delicious from start to finish. We especially loved the Chef’s Cut— it was cooked to perfection and full of flavor. The tuna tartar was incredibly fresh and well-balanced, and both types of risotto we tried (cheese and pesto) were creamy, rich, and so satisfying. The desserts were a highlight — beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. Every bite felt like a treat. A big shoutout to Alexandro and Daniela, our servers, who were warm, attentive, and made us feel truly welcomed. Their kindness and professionalism really enhanced our overall experience. Highly recommend Medusa for anyone looking for top-quality food and excellent service.

Okay food, okay service, very bland atmosphere. We came for lunch and the restaurant was quiet with no music. Myself and three others in my party ordered the poke bowl— they all got tuna but I opted for chicken because I have a fish allergy. When they brought out our food I was surprised to see that the chicken was fried (very untypical for poke). I asked our waitress to switch it to grilled, which she did, but when I got my food all of the other people in my party were done with their meals. The meat portion was small— about 2oz, the rice was pretty hard, and the bowl was not very flavorful. The fruit was fresh, but the bowl overall was mediocre compared to other poke across Costa Rica. I would say to skip over this place.

Very recommend! We were 5 people, we ate few starters, mains, and desserts, with cocktails. Everything thing was between good and extraordinary. Prices are high, but not exaggerated. The best dishes, in our feeling - The Ceaser Salad (with chicken) and the Brownie. All mains were very good, with the exception of the Chicken Pasta Pesto - which was good but not above.

Very nice restaurant with great sea food. We had dinner here and were totally convinced by the service, food quality and the overall experience. Especially the appetisers, ceviche and the tuna tartar were really exceptional. Can only recommend !

Burger was amazing! Full of flavor, it was huge and I was not able to finish. We also had ribeye and was delicious. My kid got a kids quesadilla and couldn’t finish either. The strawberry with milk juice was on point! We definitely recommend this place. They have parking available, place very clean, staff super friendly

I had the pleasure of dining at this restaurant multiple times during my stay — and for good reason. The balcony view is absolutely stunning, offering the perfect backdrop for a relaxing and memorable evening. The food was consistently excellent, with prices comparable to other nearby restaurants. One standout dish was the Stuffed Chili Pepper, which was so good I ordered it more than once. What truly set the experience apart, though, was the exceptional service. Our server, Gabriel, brought a fantastic energy to the evening — friendly, engaging, and genuinely fun to be around. His service elevated the entire experience. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning guest, I highly recommend this place for dinner. Great food, beautiful views, and top-notch service — it’s a combination that’s hard to beat.

I'll begin with the idea that we would go again. The food was great, once properly cooked, but we ordered two whole fried fish and both were literally raw inside. They dropped them again in the oil and they were much better then, but by that time the rest of dinner was half gone and we were full. A small error that made a big difference. The shrimp accompaniments, garlic sauce, salad and patacones were all terrific, as was the three dip appetizer. They aren't used to making an Old Fashioned though, so you're probably better off sticking with a fruity drink or even water. Portions were very large and we could have really gotten one less meal. Maybe two for our party of four. The night time view isn't much, but service was fast and very friendly.

Vista Verde is a must eat at restaurant if you're in the area. The atmosphere is very cool and comfortable indoors and in the patio. The coffee is good and we loved the patacones for appetizer. My shredded chicken tacos and sweet plantains was a portion bigger than I could finish and was an explosion of flavor. Every taco was stuffed to the brim. My husband's around con pollo was also delicious and a very big serving. The service was quick, helpful, and friendly and the prices were a bargain for the quality and amount of food you receive.

Fantastic! Awesome! 5 stars across the board. We took our kids and there was something for everyone. Smoothies, drinks, apps, main course - all of it. Service is so kind. They are master upsellers, so watch that, but it's a fun dining experience. Entirely recommend.

The best Cuban Sandwich I have ever had in my life!!! Perfect!

I had the steak with shrimps and it was really, really good. The vegetables were on point. The cocktails are huge. 👌Noodles with chicken were good as well, I personally like a little bit more flavor.

Food and service were excellent. Great prices and terrific view. Sebastian was an awesome server. He was very attentive as were all the staff.

Food and atmosphere are excellent. We have eaten here twice, both times has salads that were fantastic and the fish burger is one of the best I’ve ever had.

I was shocked with how amazing this place was! You cannot go wrong with the tacos, the tortillas are incredible and all of their grilled meat is proper. My favorite was the Caribbean chicken leg and rice and beans. The skin was crispy but flavorful and the leg was so juicy! The rice and beans I could eat every day! Top notch views but awesome that we could also get this great food on the beach or in our room.

Really good restaurant with amazing views! They do not have too much authentic Costa Rican dishes but they did have a few. I had the Chicken Leg & Caribbean Rice & Beans! If you are not staying at the hotel no problem. They have a bus that will drive you through the resort to get to the restaurant.

My friends, wife and I had lunch at this location and the atmosphere on the porch was amazing, the views were better than we expected. We experienced more monkey action at this meal than we had our whole vacation which was pretty great itself, but the food and service was top-notch. Juan was great to us and we would definitely go back.

This is a process to eat here if you are not staying on property. You need a reservation; you cannot park here; you have to fill out a page and sign a document that you will not walk around. The jungle is grown so high that you can barely see the ocean. While the people are nice, skip this one and go to Emilio’s Cafe - food and the view are better.

Wonderful experience! Not only was the Costa Rican food delicious, the view is beautiful, and we got to see monkeys while we ate! After our meal we took the hotel shuttle to the exit and the driver helped us spot 3 sloths! What a special evening.

food come out, such big portions. realy suprised how good it all tasted too. burgers cooked to how we wanted them. fries were better than 90% of anywhere else. service was great. women went through the menu and gave us some recommendations and went into detail with it all. very friendly. definitely recommend

Great place for a sunset cocktail, or 3. New location is next to the Hotel Divisimar. Often has live music. Band or dj depending on the day of the week. Has something like 24 different chicken wing sauces. I love the Troubador. Servers are friendly speak some English.

We came here almost every night of our trip to enjoy the craft beer and live music. We were in MA in the shoulder season, and this bar had by far the best atmosphere. And a special shout out to Leroy for making us feel so welcome!

Great bar, friendly staff, great prices too. Pool table & TV screens. Good choice of beers & cocktails. Sit at the bat and watch Scarlett Macaws & Turkey Vultures

If you’re coming here for fun, live music, a few beers and chips and salsa this place is perfect! It’s bar food with a small staff, just to set expectations. The salsa truly was delicious though…tortilla pizza for $11 was not exactly what we were expecting but fine. Kids had a great time playing games downstairs (foosball, darts, pool)

We ordered chips and salsa and it took over 30 minutes to get them. The wings are expensive (over 7000 colones for only 6 wings) and it took over 30 minutes to get them. When they arrived, it was the wrong type. We asked to keep them because it would be wasteful to throw them out after we had tried one, but the waiter refused to leave it. Then when we asked for the bill, we were given the wrong bill twice and had to tell them what we ordered. Only giving it a 2 star review because the drinks were good and it was busy.

We visited during the day when it was not busy. The food was AMAZING. Highly recommend.