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DINING GUIDE

Based in Papagayo, serving the Guanacaste region

Hours Available every day of the year by reservation

Phone: 8706-2144 ndevenelle@exclusiveresorts. com

Specialties Private dinners, events, weddings, culinary workshops, mixology lessons

Guanacaste Chef4U: Simply Superb Private Catering

The acclaimed French chef Nicolas Devenelle and his team of outstanding cooks will create a dinner experience for you, whether you’re a couple, a family or a wedding party. Their unsurpassed culinary innovations and gorgeous presentation will create an unforgettable dining experience at the place and time of your choosing.

“TURRIALBA” 4-COURSE PLATED DINNER

Organic Green Salad

Fresh asparagus, orange segments, hearts of palm and garden-herb vinaigrette

Homemade Lobster Ravioli

Spinach, lobster, tomato, basil, white truffle parmesan sauce

Wagyu Short Rib

Slowly braised, served with garlic mashed potato and asparagus

Soursop Cheesecake

With pineapple chips and passion fruit coulis

Located inside Bahía Pez Vela resort, 5 km west of Playas del Coco; always open to the public

Hours Daily, noon-9pm

Specialties Offering lunch, dinner and full bar, with day passes available to use the pool, plus mixology lessons

Weekly Calendar Mon: Catch of the Day Market Tue: Mixology Class Wed: Culinary Academy Thu: Ping-Pong Tournament Fri: BBQ Night, Live Music

Maracuyá Beach Club: Exquisite Oceanfront Dining

Also operated by Chef Nicolas Devenelle, Maracuyá Beach Club offers fine dining in a pristine setting on an isolated beach near Playa Ocotal. Pamper your palate with culinary excellence in this secluded piece of paradise.

MENU SELECTIONS

Mango Salad with Chicken c5,900

Mixed greens, tomato, mango, avocado, corn, blue cheese, croutons and grilled herb chicken

Grilled Jumbo Prawn Salad c6,900

With mixed greens, mango, heart of palm and Caribbean mojito passion fruit vinaigrette

Yellowfin Tuna Tartare c7,900

Tuna, wakame, mango, avocado, arugula, and truffle oil, with cucumber carpaccio

Beef Short Ribs c8,900

With mushroom risotto, creamy parmesan and truffle sauce

Red Snapper ‘En Papillote’ c12,500

Served with home-made ratatouille and basil mashed potato

Beef Tenderloin c13,500

Potato gratin, green asparagus and haricot vert, red wine sauce

Avenida Central, across from El Coco Casino, Playas del Coco

Hours Mon-Thu, 11am till late Fri-Sun, 9am till late

Phone: 2670-1982 pete@coconutzbar.com

Specialties Smoked BBQ Microbrewery Gourmet bar bites Sports bar Live music Private parties

DINING GUIDE

COCONUTZ BAR & GRILL: Sports Bar

Coconutz is your neighborhood sports bar and microbrewery in an exotic tropical setting, complete with gorgeous local hardwood, trees growing through the floor, license plates from all over the world, surfboards hanging from the rooftop, and of course ... our famous swing set! We feature the best tropical drink selection in the area, as well as our on-premise brewed Angry Goats beers on tap. Come visit the premier sports bar in Playas Del Coco.

MENU SELECTIONS

Porky Piñas

Pineapple bites wrapped in bacon, topped with teriyaki and sesame seeds

Smokey Shrimp Poppers

Fresh jumbo shrimp, sliced jalapeño and cream cheese, wrapped in bacon and smoked

Memphis Ribs

Half rack or whole rack, with choice of two sides

Walking Taco

Shredded chicken or beef, cheese, lettuce, pico de gallo, sour cream, fried tostada, grilled in tortilla

Chicken & Waffle Burger

Buttermilk fried chicken with waffle bun, American cheese, heat and sweet sauce

Al Pastor Pizza

Adobe smoked pork, pineapple salsa, local fresh cheese, house mole sauce

3km south of Huacas, road to Tamarindo

Hours Daily, 7am-9pm Breakfast 7am-10am

Phone: 2653-6818 info@seisplayashotel.com

Specialties Food cooked to your taste — con mucho gusto Friday Night Texas Barbecue

La Playita: Poolside Dining

Located at the Seis Playas Hotel, La Playita restaurant and bar is open to hotel guests and the public, and is known for its friendly and inviting environment. It is the ideal setting for sharing good food and drinks with family and friends, or a romantic dinner poolside while enjoying the convenient distance to our six local beaches.

MENU SELECTIONS

Broken Yolk Sandwich $12

Fried egg, bacon or ham and cheese on toast, served with seasonal fruit

Breakfast Quesadilla $12

Eggs, tomato, onion, sweet pepper and cheese, served with seasonal fruit

BLT La Playita $10

Always a favorite for a light bite to eat: bacon, lettuce and tomato

Pasta $14

Build your own pasta bowl, with a mixed salad

Open Grill From $16

Pork tenderloin, chicken breast, ribeye, New York strip, beef tenderloin & catch of the day

Pineapple Flambé $ 4

Our most popular dessert served hot with vanilla ice cream

Palm Beach, next to the estuary

Hours Breakfast: 7:30-2:30 Lunch: 11-3 Dinner: 5:30-9

Phone: 2653-0975 frontdesk@hotelbulabula.com

Specialties Daily: Sunset happy hour 50% off appetizers 4-6pm

Monday: Mexican all you care to eat buffet

5:30-8:30

Wednesday: Italian All you care to eat buffet

5:30-8:30

The Great Waltini's - Bula Bula: American Fusion Cuisine

Enjoy casual fine dining and experience “A fusion of the Americas” in a tranquil and inviting setting. At the Great Waltini’s, you can enjoy a sumptuous meal in an attractive dining area or choose to sit under the stars and enjoy your meal on the garden patio. Choose from houseaged steaks, seafood dishes, and down home fare. Top with cocktails and desserts—the complete experience.

Located in beautiful Palm Beach Estates next to the estuary. Easily accessible from Tamarindo via boat taxi (complimentary with dinner reservations). Pickup time 5, 5:30 and 6 pm. Please call before 2pm to reserve boat taxi (2653-0975).

Happy hour – includes domestic beer, well drinks, giant famous Bula margaritas and appetizer specials.

MENU SELECTIONS

Ahi Tuna

8oz filet prepared tropical, blackened, sautéed or fried

Hand Carved Turkey

Oven roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce and house made gravy

Mahi-Mahi

8oz filet prepared tropical, blackened, sautéed or fried

Mixed Seafood Combo

Tuna, mahi-mahi, jumbo shrimp, calamari, & mussels in a white wine saffron sauce

Annie's Salad

Blackened chicken breast with avocado over crisp greens and fresh vegetables

Blackened Shrimp Salad

Blackened jumbo shrimp, sliced avocado over fresh lettuce and fresh vegetables

Baked Lasagna

Italian sausage, beef & pork, tomato, ricotta, mozzarella and romano cheese

Aged New York Steak

10oz cut prepared charbroiled, blackened or au poivre in brandy cream sauce

Double Cut Pork Chop

10oz cut prepared charbroiled, blackened or au poivre in brandy cream sauce

Aged Filet Mignon

10oz cut prepared charbroiled, blackened or au poivre in brandy cream sauce

St. Louis Style Pork Ribs

Baked tender and served with our famous tropical Bula Bula BBQ sauce

Plaza Conchal II, 2nd Floor, Tamarindo

Hours Mon-Sat, Lunch: 11:30-2:30 Dinner: 6-10 Closed Sunday

Phone: 8404-7887 / 4700-2283 Facebook: @curryontamarindo

Specialties Lunch Special: Indian Casado Single malt scotch, local beers, different wines and cocktails

Curry On: Indian Restaurant - V - Vegetarian / VG - Vegan / GF - Gluten Free

Guanacaste is one of the best regions in Costa Rica, featuring a large variety of cuisines. Curry On! is yet another feather in Guanacaste´s cuisine cap. We are the first Indian cuisine restaurant in the area. Indian food sizzles and excites. It adds a zing to the senses. We realized the need and decided to fire up the tandoor (clay oven) with the freshest ingredients found in the region. Our best-selling appetizers are our chicken kebabs, with three different melt-in-the-mouth varieties. We are especially known for our curries, notably, tikka masala (cream based),bhuna (homestyle curry), shahi (creamy nut-based curry) and hariyali (spinach based). We offer a variety of breads, all cooked from scratch in our kitchen. We offer vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. If you have something special on your mind that is not on our menu, please let us know and we will work with our chef to bring you choice items in due course. Other than fine dining, we offer our favorite single malt scotch, local beers, different wines and cocktails

MENU SELECTIONS

Indian Casado (GF) Lunch Special Includes rajma, salad, raita, rice and choice of your curry (aaloo gobhi masala, chole, chicken curry or fish curry)

Veggie Pakora (V/VG/GF)

Veggies coated in seasoned chickpea batter and deep-fried

Pindi Chana (V/VG/GF)

Dry chickpea cooked with dry spices

Tandoori Chicken (GF)

Yogurt and spice marinated chicken cooked in clay oven

Rajma (V/VG/GF)

Kidney bean in tomato and onion curry

Chole (V/VG/GF)

Homestyle chickpeas in tomato and onion curry

Aaloo Gobhi Masala (V/VG/GF)

Cauliflower and potatoes cooked in homestyle curry

Tikka Masala (GF)

Rich creamy tomato, ginger, garlic sauce cooked with almond puree (chicken, fish, shrimp)

Paneer Kofta (V)

Indian cheese balls cooked in rich tomato gravy

Bhuna (GF)

Homestyle onion, tomato curry with herbs and spices (chicken, fish, shrimp)

Kheer (V/GF)

Slow cooked rice and milk with nuts and saffron

Saffron Shreekhand (V/GF)

Sweetened thick yogurt with fresh fruits

Hotel Capitán Suizo, Playa Tamarindo Hours Daily, noon to 9:30pm Mon, 7-9pm, Live Marimba Fri, 7-9pm, Live Marimba Phone: 2653-0075 restaurante@hotelcapitansuizo.com Specialties Healthy dishes made from scratch with local and fresh products

DINING GUIDE

El Barco Del Capitán: European-Tico Fusion, Beachfront Restaurant

El Barco Del Capitán is nestled in the beautiful garden of the Hotel Capitán Suizo and offers a modern, healthy and fresh cuisine. The restaurant is open to the public for lunch, snacks and dinner. The chef, Jujo Molina, created his dishes inspired by his European roots and the incredible nature that surrounds him here in Costa Rica. Using products from the on-site organic garden and local producers, he creates entirely homemade plates with no additives or preservatives to offer healthy meals every day, every time.

MENU SELECTIONS

Ensalada Pulpo (Lunch) $18

Octopus, capers, green olives, tomato carpaccio with paprika vinaigrette

Tacos Carne (Lunch) $15

Beef, tortillas with mixed cabbage salad, guacamole and tamarindo sauce

The Veggie (Lunch) $15

Grilled portobello, tomato, zucchini, chilealmonds-garlic sauce, homemade bun

Fish Pita (Lunch) $17

Pita, grilled mahi-mahi, cucumber, carrot, dill yogurt, green leaf side salad

Croquetas del Chef (Snack) $9

Homemade Spanish croquetas with octopus, fish, chicken or spinach

Calamares Crujientes (Snack) $13

Crispy calamari with homemade green pesto and a honey, red onion escabèche.

Queso de Cabra (Dinner) $11

Organic goat cheese from Playa Avellanas served with homemade tomate mermelade

Tres Vegetales (Dinner) $10

Roasted eggplant-red peppers-onion tartare with homemade garlic bread

Tartar Capitan (Dinner) $13

Tuna and mango tartar with capers and a cilantro, ginger and soy dressing

Rollo Pollo (Dinner) $20

Chicken stuffed with mango, asparagus and bacon, potato puree

Linguini (Dinner) $23

Calamari, jumbo shrimps, mussels, Spanish chorizo, cherry tomatoes, white wine

Lomito (Dinner) $28

200gr of tenderloin with a tamarind sauce over Swiss Roësti and vegetables

Calle Del Parque at the curve between Condo Diria and Balcones del Pacifico

Hours Daily, 5:30pm-10pm Closed Tuesdays

Phone: 2653-1510 Call for reservations www.tamarindobarefoot.com barefoot.tamarindo@gmail.com

Specialties Fresh seafood, fish and vegetarian dishes with gluten-free and vegan options. Order/reserve online

BAREFOOT Restaurant-Lounge: Poolside and Garden Deck Dining

In our tropical oasis, apart from Tamarindo’s crowds and main street, you can experience a quiet dinner and/or a relaxing lounge atmosphere. You can choose the garden deck or our Costa Rican rancho (SHAKALAKA) poolside deck. We serve a healthy combination of fish, seafood, and vegetarian (V) dishes gluten free(G) and vegan (VE) options available. We offer a modern palette of international flavors that includes recipes from Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Check our special order items such as the "Paella" y "Pescado a la Sal" / Salt Baked fish. Our lounge area serves a variety of cocktails including our signature Barefoot Passion "its Hot", Espresso, & Tamarindo martinis made with 100% local/natural ingredients. Make reservations online or call, or place an order online for pickup-delivery, or special order.

Plaza Tamarindo Second floor

Hours Mon-Fri, 7:30am-5pm Sat, 8am-4pm Closed Sun

Specialties Gourmet coffee Lunch combo, noon-close (Sandwich & smoothie) Acai bowl Healthy food and bakery

Nordico Coffee House

Nordico is a cozy coffee shop in Tamarindo that serves specialty barista coffee and healthy organic food and drinks. Everything we make is homemade with love and lots of flavors and we put an honor in serving the best local quality costa rican products and coffee. Nordico Coffee House is spacious, has Wifi and AC and a nice terrace, so it's a chilling place to hang out, or just to enjoy, pura vida.

MENU SELECTIONS

Acai Bowl sm. c3,000, lg c4,000

Fruits & granola/almonds

Pancakes c3,500

Served with fresh strawberries, powdered sugar, homemade syrup, almonds & caramel

Avocado Eggsplosion c3,800

Nordic or paleo bread, butter, avocado, poached egg, homemade tomato salsa

NorTico c4,500

Rice, beans, plantains, sour cream, sausage, scrambled egg and avocado

Mayan Tortilla c4,000

Organic homemade tortillas, bean spread, 2 organic fried eggs, cheese, homemade salsa and avocado

Quinoa c4,500

Spinach, arugula, baby tomatoes, avocado, mango, spring onions, dressing & bread of your choice

FLAMINGO

400m south of BCR Flamingo

Hours Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Sat 8am-3 pm Closed Sunday

Phone: 2654-4008

Specialties Breakfast, vegetarian options, crepes, smoothies, casados

A lo Nico

Fresh & Homemade

Our international menu is made with local ingredients with a French touch in a family environment. Dogs are welcome.

MENU SELECTIONS Falafel / Shawarma Wrap c3.800

Creamy Chicken Sandwich c3.900

Shrimp in passion fruit, Tahi chili sauce c4.200

Flamingo - 100m south of road to Potrero

Hours Daily, 5:30pm-10:30pm Closed Wednesday

Phone: 8532-8613

Specialties Pizza, pasta, meat, fish

Vaca Loka

Italian Restaurant

True Italian cuisine. Pasta like you are in Roma! Fresh bruschetta served when you arrive. Buon appetito!

MENU SELECTIONS House Lasagna c6.500

Ribeye c6.500

At Casa Chameleon, 4km north of the Potrero soccer field

Hours Daily, 7am-10pm No children under 12 years

Phone: 2103-1200 concierge@ casachameleonhotels.com

Sentido Norte - Fine Dining

Sentido Norte, a restaurant and bar at Casa Chameleon, proudly offers an adult fine-dining experience that celebrates the best of Costa Rican cuisine. Your drive through winding roads above the quaint beach town of Las Catalinas is rewarded by an unforgettable but affordable taste of luxury.

Just a few steps uphill from the bright and welcoming entrance, your table awaits in a gorgeous, open-air perch framed by a panoramic view of the Pacific. A design motif incorporating responsibly sourced teak adds a sense of warmth and well-being to the romantically lit atmosphere. All food and drinks are inspired by the country’s bountiful abundance, combining uniquely local and native ingredients in the glass and on the plate.

MENU SELECTIONS

Overnight Oats $18

With almond milk, yogurt, fruit, cashews, local honey or tapa dulce

French Toast $12

With sweet plantains and coconut milk cream

Knife & Fork Tortillas $14

Chicharrón or vegan huevos rancheros

Vegan Omelettes $6

With asparagus, mushrooms and caramelized onion

Casa Chameleon Burger $19

Angus burger with arugula, Swiss or goat cheese and aioli

Ceviche $14

Fresh fish ceviche, leche de tigre, homemade "chilero"

Grilled Chicken Wrap $12

With greens, avocado & tomato, spicy aioli

Vegan Bowl $19

Quinoa, mushroom and squash picadillo salad, spicy garbanzo beans

Guacamole and Salsa $10

Hearts of palm ceviche, avocado & tomato

Octopus & Mussels $29

Octopus and mussels wok-sauteed in garlic butter and white wine

Grilled Skirt Steak $30

Skirt steak, chimichurri sauce, salad, french fries

Fresh Tuna Poke $24

Raw tuna, mango, avocado

Prices shown include 13% tax and 10% service / Prices subject to change

1 km east of the Banco Nacional in Flamingo

Hours Daily, 6:30am-9:30pm

Phone: 2654-4671, 2654-5340

Specialties Fresh seafood and pasta

DINING GUIDE

Nasu: Tropical Creative Cuisine

Welcome to Nasu Restaurant, tropical creative cuisine. Join us oceanside, where the freshest catch is prepared every day by our acclaimed chef. Enjoy the culinary treasures of Costa Rica, where tradition and innovation meet.

MENU SELECTIONS

Panzanella Salad $13

Lettuce, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, artisan bread, jumbo shrimp in vinaigrette

Antipasto di mare $24

For two: octopus, crab, shrimp, clams, salmon, sea bass, tuna with vegetables

Mediterranean Snack $14

For two: falafel, tzatziki, tomato pesto, baba ghanoush, feta cheese, pita bread

Ravioli della nonna $14

Build your own pasta bowl, with a mixed salad

Grilled Tenderloin $24

Roasted potatoes, grilled vegetables and a mushroom sauce

Elephant Ear $12

Lightly breaded chicken, cherry tomatoes, arugula, Parmesan crisps, lime dressed

Potrero, 800m north of Banco Nacional

Hours Daily, 11am -10pm Kitchen closes 9pm

Phone: 2654-6203

Specialties Fresh seafood Epic sunset view

The Beach House Beachfront Dining

Private residence on the beach transformed into a quaint restaurant and bar, renowned for its fresh seafood. Come and enjoy incredible food and awesome sunsets and views of the Pacific Ocean.

MENU SELECTIONS

Grilled Scallops c5000

Grilled in a bath of Cacique liquor, lime and garlic

Catch of the Day c9000

With tropical salsa, grilled vegetables & potatoes or rice

Angus Tenderloin c11000

Grilled to perfection with vegetables & rosemary potatoes

Onion Rings c3500

Thick-cut battered with a subtle blend of spices, served with garlic mayo and rosada sauce

Jambalaya c7500

Sausage, shrimp & chicken with onions, tomatoes & peppers in Cajun sauce over rice or linguini

Pesto Tuna Sandwich c7000

Pesto seared tuna on fresh bread served with lettuce, tomato & pesto aioli

Main corner, Brasilito

Hours Mon-Fri, 11am-midnight Sat-Sun, 10am-midnight

Phone: 8688-0651 costarica@ lucysretiredsurfers.com

Specialties Only for the brave: Our infamous scorpion shot

Free Margarita mention HOWLER password: Copa Mundial

Lucy’s Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant: Coastal Cuisine

Beachfront restaurant and bar serving unique coastal fusion dishes and cocktails featuring the freshest ingredients in Guanacaste!

Lucy’s is more than just a restaurant, it’s a lifestyle. With locations in some of the most tubular spots around the world (New Orleans, Key West, Costa Rica and Aruba), we know how to have a good time. Let the sea breeze and sound of the waves remind you that when you’re here you’re always on vacation. At Lucy’s we’re serious about our grub – we’ve got all your classic favorites like burgers and nachos, as well as our signature coastal bites with a touch of Pacific flair. Our one-of-a-kind drinks are the perfect way to cool down after a long day at the beach, and we keep them flowing all day (and night!) long. Lucy's’ daily food & drink specials are boat-to-table and will give you something new to try every day, and with live music, a radical bar scene, and six large-screen TVs, Lucy’s is Guanacaste's hottest new bar and restaurant!

MENU SELECTIONS

Shaka Ceviche c5,500

Delicious fresh local fish and shrimp in a citrus marinade topped with avocado

Avocado Fritas c5,500

Beer-battered avocado slices served with black bean salsa and homemade ranch

Cheese Quesadilla c5,000

Flour tortilla overflowing with melted cheese, served with pico and guacamole

Serious Nachos c6,700

Fully loaded nachos topped with beans, pico, sour cream, and our rockin’ guac

The Juicy Lucy c7,500

Our famous 8 oz. burger served on a brioche bun with Lucy’s special sauce

Bacon Brie Chicken Sandwich

Grilled marinated chicken breast topped with bacon, brie, tomato, and spinach

Tsunami Tuna Salad c6,500

Freshly seared yellowfin served over spring mix with fresh fruit and feta

Blackened Fish Tacos c6,000

Blackened local fish topped with mangopineapple slaw and avocado crema

Pao Pao Shrimp Tacos c6,500

Fried or grilled shrimp tossed in a sassy pao pao sauce, topped with cabbage slaw

Flank Steak Tacos c6,500

Marinated flank steak topped with jalapeño chimichurri and queso fresco

Whole Red Snapper Casado c8,000

Served with island rice, black beans, and a side salad

N’awlins Surf n’ Turf c10,000

Marinated flank steak served with head-on Cajun BBQ shrimp and roasted potatoes

50m west of the plaza, in front of Playa Brasilito

Hours Daily, 7am-10pm

Phone: 2654-4596

Specialties Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Happy hour 3-6 daily, serving cocktails

MENU SELECTIONS

Chilaquiles Mexican Salad with Shrimp and Coconut Shrimp with Mango Sauce

El Oasis Bar & Restaurant

Latin Fusion restaurant serving a mix of Costa Rican classics along with delicious Mexican dishes including fresh seafood. Many glutenfree options.

DINING GUIDE

An 8 min. drive from Tamarindo, 2km south Villarreal

Hours By reservation

Phone: 8869-9765

Specialties Zipline and BBQ buffet for only $85. Available for private parties and events.

Black Stallion Rustic Outdoor BBQ

Dine with the stars of Guanacaste on a private ranch. Enjoy a delicious BBQ buffet with sides. Wine, beer and sangria included! Call for reservations.

Available for private parties and events.

MENU SELECTIONS

Mixed BBQ Buffet $45

Baby back ribs, chorizo and chicken, sides included

Seafood Buffet $45

A delicious array of seafood and sides dishes

RESTAURANT DIRECTORY All times AM to PM unless noted

POTS & BOWLS Coffee Shop Surrounded by Plants Food and beverage with vegan options, pastries, coffee selections, matcha, organic wine and cold pressed juices. Playa Grande, Main Road Daily, 8-5 4701-2394 potsandbowls@gmail.com

SODA GUAYMY

SODA GUAYMY Typical & Rustic Food Breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks

200m W of Super Compro Daily, 6-9 7028-3264 / 8911-2191 Jimemurillo98@hotmail.com 68 | Read. like. share. | online howlermag.com

EL BARCO AT CAPITAN SUIZO Beachfront Restaurant Entirely homemade dishes, no additives, healthy meals every time

Hotel Capitán Suizo Daily, noon-10pm 2653-0075

CURRY ON! Indian Restaurant The first and only Indian cuisine restaurant in the area Plaza Conchal II, 2nd floor, Tamarindo Mon-Sat, 11:30am-10pm 4700-2283 / 8404-7887 @curryontamarindo

MARACUYÁ RESTAURANT More Than Dinner, It’s an Experience Pamper your palate with culinary excellence in our secluded piece of paradise Beachfront at Bahía Pez Vela Resort Daily, noon-9 2670-0901 guanacastechef4u.com/maracuya

PORO PORO at Villa Buena Onda Amazing Food, Amazing Views! Ocean-view dining experience in a luxurious and secluded environment

From anchor, 200m E, 700m S Daily, 8-8 4031-7707 reservations@villabuenaonda.com