Howler Magazine Mini Mag July 2018 Dining Guide

DINING GUIDE

A n Unfo r ge t t a b l e E x p e r i e n ce Aw a i t s

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by Karl Kahler

Sentido Norte: Smoking Hot Food and a Swimming Pool on Fire

“It's a view that transports you to another world.”

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W

e knew we had to get busy when Erick, the acting manager at Sentido Norte, asked my girlfriend to strike the gong three times as the sun hit the ocean so they could light the three flame jets in the infinity pool at Casa Chameleon.

Guiselle stepped up and banged on the gong like she was batting in the World Series.

The three flames in the swimming pool burst to life, to the shock and awe of the assembled guests, who oohed and aahed and took pictures.

“That’s something we give away,” said Warner Ortega, the chef at Sentido Norte.

“We don’t just give provide good food or a good drink, we provide an experience.”

The first thing you should know about Sentido Norte is that the location is perfect.

Perched on a hill above the Mediterraneanstyle village of Las Catalinas, the restaurant and bar have a sweeping view of a stunning seascape, with Playa Danta on the right, Playa Pan de Azúcar on the left and an array of picturesque islets in front.

“It’s a view that transports you to another world,” said Magdalena, one of our party of four.

The romantic setting makes this the perfect place for a special event like

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celebrating a birthday or anniversary — even better if you spend the night in one of the stunning villas at the swanky Casa Chameleon.

The bar is a beauty, all teak with cane ceilings, decorated with Moroccan light fixtures and Indonesian touches. A larger-than-life Hindu goddess is seated cross-legged by the pool, her back to the elements, embodying the serenity of this place.

We sat in the bar facing the sea and ordered a sangria, a mojito, a Casarita and a Rosey Rikki, which were all really good.

We had some ceviche with homemade potato chips.

About the time it got dark, we were escorted from the bar to the dining room and seated at a table that looked too pretty to be disturbed.

The plates alone were more beautiful than anything I own. There were cloth napkins in the middle of them, weighted by gorgeous brass chameleons.

Our server was a sweet young lady named Ema who explained all the specials and answered all our questions. The special was an appetizer of red snapper carpaccio and a main course of braised short rib and mushroom risotto.

I called dibs on the special. Guiselle ordered the “rondón,” a Caribbean seafood

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stew that gets its name from Jamaican cooks who made soup out of whatever they could “run down.” Magdalena ordered the ribeye and potatoes, and Marty wanted the tuna poke bowl.

For a warm-up we munched on fried squid, which arrived on top of a cream cheese sauce that was almost too good to be true.

Comic relief was supplied by a tourist who screamed at the top of her lungs upon spotting a gecko, which got the entire restaurant laughing.

The food arrived and we all got busy making it disappear. Guiselle gave me a shrimp boiled in tasty coconut milk.

Magdalena devoured her ribeye, Marty plunged into his poke bowl and I savored the richness of my risotto.

“The idea of our food is fusion,” said Warner. “It’s putting organic products, locally sourced products from this region, and using them to create all kinds of dishes for discriminating tastes.”

Dessert was a chocolate brownie with a red berry sorbet.

By the way, if you spend the night here breakfast is included, and it’s sublime. Try the French toast with sweet plantains, coconuts, cashews and macadamia, or the bacon and potato omelette with Swiss cheese.

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LAS CATALINAS

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 Specialties Fresh fish, sunset cocktails, "boquitas" menu

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

Casa Chameleon Burger

French Toast

$12

Ceviche $14

Knife & Fork Tortillas

$14

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

With sweet plantains and coconut milk cream

$19

Angus burger with arugula, Swiss or goat cheese and aioli Fresh fish ceviche, leche de tigre, homemade "chilero"

Grilled Chicken Wrap

$12

ChicharrĂłn or vegan huevos rancheros

Vegan Omelettes

Vegan Bowl

$6

$10

Octopus & Mussels

$29

Grilled Skirt Steak

$30

Fresh Tuna Poke

$24

Hearts of palm ceviche, avocado & tomato

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

With greens, avocado & tomato, spicy aioli

With asparagus, mushrooms and caramelized onion

Guacamole and Salsa

$19

Quinoa, mushroom and squash picadillo salad, spicy garbanzo beans

Skirt steak, chimichurri sauce, salad, french fries

Raw tuna, mango, avocado

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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

Nasu: Creative Tropical 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

Antipasto di mare

$24

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

Potrero, 800m north of Banco Nacional Hours Daily, 11am -10pm Kitchen closes 9pm

Grilled Tenderloin

$24

Roasted potatoes, grilled vegetables and a mushroom sauce

Chicken Parmigiana

$12

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

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

Onion Rings

c3500

Catch of the Day

c9000

Jambalaya

c7500

Pesto Tuna Sandwich

c7000

Grilled in a bath of Cacique liquor, lime and garlic With tropical salsa, grilled vegetables & potatoes or rice

Angus Tenderloin

c11000

Grilled to perfection with vegetables & rosemary potatoes

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$14

Homemade ravioli stuffed with lobster and mashed cauliflower, bathed in a champagne sauce with capers and tomatoes

The Beach House Beachfront Dining

Phone: 2654-6203 Specialties Fresh seafood Epic sunset view

Ravioli della nonna

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

Sausage, shrimp & chicken with onions, tomatoes & peppers in Cajun sauce over rice or linguini Pesto seared tuna on fresh bread served with lettuce, tomato & pesto aioli

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400m south of BCR Flamingo Hours Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Sat 8am-3 pm Closed Sunday Phone: 2654-4008

A lo Nico

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

Specialties Breakfast, vegetarian options, crepes, smoothies, casados

Flamingo - 100m south of road to Potrero Hours Daily, 5:30pm-10:30pm Closed Wednesday Phone: 8532-8613

c3.800

Creamy Chicken Sandwich

c3.900

Shrimp in passion fruit, Tahi chili sauce c4.200

VILLARREAL

Black Stallion

Rustic Outdoor BBQ

Phone: 8869-9765 Specialties Zipline and BBQ buffet for only $85.

Available for private parties and events.

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.

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$45

Seafood Buffet

$45

A delicious array of seafood and sides dishes

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True Italian cuisine.

Pasta like you are in Roma!

Fresh bruschetta served when you arrive. Buon appetito!

House Lasagna

c6.500

Ribeye c6.500

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

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.

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Mixed BBQ Buffet

Baby back ribs, chorizo and chicken, sides included

Italian Restaurant

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Falafel / Shawarma Wrap

Hours By reservation

Vaca Loka

Specialties Pizza, pasta, meat, fish

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

Tico Style Red Snapper Coconut Shrimp with Mango Salsa Rice with Chicken

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Main corner, Brasilito Hours Mon-Fri, 11am-midnight Sat-Sun, 10am-midnight Phone: +506 8529-4438 costarica@ lucysretiredsurfers.com LucysCostaRica Specialties Only for the brave: Our infamous scorpion shot

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

The Juicy Lucy

Avocado Fritas

c5,500

Bacon Brie Chicken Sandwich

Cheese Quesadilla

c5,000

Tsunami Tuna Salad

Serious Nachos

c6,700

Blackened Fish Tacos c6,000

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

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

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

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

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c7,500

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

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

c6,500

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

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

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PALM BEACH

Palm Beach, next to the estuary Hours Breakfast available all day long: 7:30am-2:30pm Lunch: 11am-3pm Dinner: 5:30pm-9pm 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.

Specialty coffees and espresso

MENU SELECTIONS Ahi Tuna

Annie's Salad

Double Cut Pork Chop

Hand Carved Turkey

Blackened Shrimp Salad

Aged Filet Mignon

Mahi-Mahi

Baked Lasagna

St. Louis Style Pork Ribs

Mixed Seafood Combo

Aged New York Steak

8oz filet prepared tropical, blackened, sautéed or fried Oven roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce and house made gravy 8oz filet prepared tropical, blackened, sautéed or fried Tuna, mahi-mahi, jumbo shrimp, calamari, & mussels in a white wine saffron sauce

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Blackened chicken breast with avocado over crisp greens and fresh vegetables Blackened jumbo shrimp, sliced avocado over fresh lettuce and fresh vegetables Italian sausage, beef & pork, tomato, ricotta, mozzarella and romano cheese

10oz cut prepared charbroiled, blackened or au poivre in brandy cream sauce 10oz cut prepared charbroiled, blackened or au poivre in brandy cream sauce Baked tender and served with our famous tropical Bula Bula BBQ sauce

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

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

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.

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Phone: 2653-6818 info@seisplayashotel.com

Broken Yolk Sandwich

$12

Pasta

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

Breakfast Quesadilla

$12

Open Grill

BLT La Playita

$10

Pineapple Flambé

Fried egg, bacon or ham and cheese on toast, served with seasonal fruit Eggs, tomato, onion, sweet pepper and cheese, served with seasonal fruit Always a favorite for a light bite to eat: bacon, lettuce and tomato

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

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$14

Build your own pasta bowl, with a mixed salad

From $16

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

$4

Our most popular dessert served hot with vanilla ice cream

El Barco Del Capitán: European-Tico Fusion, Beachfront Restaurant El Barco del Capitán is nestled in a beautiful tropical garden within the Hotel Capitán Suizo and offers a modern, healthy and fresh cuisine. Our chef, Jujo Molina, has created the dishes inspired by his European heritage and the incredible products available in Costa Rica. Using our homegrown ingredients from our organic garden, we strive to offer an environmental friendly menu and an authentic experience to our guests.

MENU SELECTIONS Tacos Carne (Lunch)

$15

Tartar Capitan (Dinner)

$13

The Veggie (Lunch)

$15

Linguini (Dinner)

$23

Lomito (Dinner)

$28

Beef, tortillas with mixed cabbage salad, guacamole and tamarindo sauce Grilled portobello, tomato, zucchini, chilealmonds-garlic sauce, homemade bun

Calamares Crujientes (Snack) $13

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

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

Calamari, jumbo shrimps, mussels, Spanish chorizo, cherry tomatoes, white wine 200gr of tenderloin with a tamarind sauce over Swiss Roësti and vegetables

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TAMARINDO / LANGOSTA

3km south of Huacas, road to Tamarindo

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TAMARINDO

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.

Vegetarian (V), Gluten Free(G), Vegan (VE)

MENU SELECTIONS Pico Poke (G)

Seared tuna with mango and avocado, over seaweed salad with ginger soy sauce

$9.50 Pad Thai (V/G)

Fine rice pasta noodles sautéed with vegetables and served with peanut sauce

Buddha Platter (V)

$13.50

Venus & Uranus (V)

$8

Octopus Sautéed in Garlic $9

Ocean Potion

$15

OB1 Quinoa Salad (VE/G) $9.50 Tropical Spring Rolls (VE/G) $8

Grilled Local Trout (G)

$16

Barefoot Reef Salad (G)

Trident

$19

Fried risotto spheres filled with spinach, fresh herbs and béchamel sauce Quinoa mix with avocado, cranberries, pineapple, almonds, red peppers & more

$12

Grilled octopus or shrimp “Al Ajillo” (sautéed with garlic)

Rice wraps filled with fresh vegetables, mango, avocado, and fresh herbs

$16 Grilled Mahi-Mahi (G) $15 Fresh seafood & fish with octopus, mussels, Grilled mahi-mahi over a bed of spinach shrimp, calamari, & crab meat topped with caramelized onions

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Vegetarian delights. lentil croquettes, quinoa, spring rolls, eggplant & plantain Seafood & fish soup in coconut cream served with avocado, plantain and risotto

Grilled Costa Rican trout served with our house coconut and almond sauce Our abundant blend of local grilled/tempura seafood and fish

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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

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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

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PAPAGAYO / PLAYAS DEL COCO / GUANACASTE

Based in Papagayo, serving the Guanacaste region Hours Available every day of the year by reservation

Guanacaste Chef4U: Simply Superb Private Catering

Phone: 8706-2144 ndevenelle@exclusiveresorts. com

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.

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

“TURRIALBA” 4-COURSE PLATED DINNER Organic Green Salad

Wagyu Short Rib

Homemade Lobster Ravioli

Soursop Cheesecake

Fresh asparagus, orange segments, hearts of palm and garden-herb vinaigrette Spinach, lobster, tomato, basil, white truffle parmesan sauce

Slowly braised, served with garlic mashed potato and asparagus 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 Phone: 2670-0901 info@guanacastechef4u.com 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

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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

Beef Short Ribs

Grilled Jumbo Prawn Salad c6,900

Red Snapper ‘En Papillote’

c12,500

Yellowfin Tuna Tartare

Beef Tenderloin

c13,500

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

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

c7,900

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

c8,900

With mushroom risotto, creamy parmesan and truffle sauce Served with home-made ratatouille and basil mashed potato

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

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Pacifico Retail Village, Playas del Coco Hours Mon-Sat, 5:30pm-10:30 pm Closed Sunday Phone: 2670-0942 Specialties Outstanding international menu, with indoor, air-conditioned seating or outdoor, breezy setting

Citron Restaurante: Latin Fusion, Mediterranean and Thai Food Bold flavors, intimate surroundings and Old World hospitality are the hallmarks of Citrón, where for seven years we have offered the finest dining in Playas del Coco. We specialize in Latin fusion and Mediterranean cuisine, with a splash of Asian spice, and we serve the finest wines and cocktails. Our servers will make you feel like family, whether you choose our elegant dining room or pleasant outdoor setting.

We strive not just to serve dinner, but to offer our guests an unforgettable experience in a unique place. Whether you are celebrating a special occasion, spending quality time with friends and family or just having a drink after work, Citrón brings passion and flavor to everything we offer. We prepare all our dishes from fresh, local ingredients and we guarantee a full-spectrum dining experience for the most discriminating palates.

MENU SELECTIONS Venezuelan Tequeños

$9

Quinoa Salad (Chicken option)

$11

New York Steak

$17

Goat Cheese Salad

$10

Octopus Tiradito

$11

Vegetarian Risotto

$17

Seared Ahi Tuna

$10

Grilled Salmon

$20

Seabass Fideuá

$16

Ricotta & Spinach Ravioli

$15

Bangkok Shrimp

$23

Crunchy (fried) bread rolls filled with melted cheese served with homemade sauces

Premium mixed greens, caramelized nuts, goat cheese & honey mustard vinaigrette Pepper-crusted tuna steaks, pineapple chutney, curry mayonnaise & wakame

Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio $10 Thinly sliced raw beef, mushrooms ragout, basil mayonnaise & fresh parmesan shaves

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Fresh spinach, quinoa, mango, cherry tomatoes & avocado with ginger vinaigrette Fresh octopus, marinated in passion fruit dressing served with dill, red & green pepper Tender salmon with quinoa & vegetables served with a homemade dill sauce A homemade sauce with tomatoes & roasted red pepper over artisan ravioli

Flavorful New York Steak (10 oz.), served with french fries & chimichurri sauce

Slow-cooked arborio rice and fresh vegetables, served with a goat cheese fondue Spirit of the Mediterranean with orzo pasta, white cream and chunks of fresh seabass Fresh shrimp served in a Thai-style sauce with coconut milk, curry and cilantro

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PLAYAS DEL COCO

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

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

Walking Taco

Smokey Shrimp Poppers

Chicken & Waffle Burger

Memphis Ribs

Al Pastor Pizza

Pineapple bites wrapped in bacon, topped with teriyaki and sesame seeds Fresh jumbo shrimp, sliced jalapeño and cream cheese, wrapped in bacon and smoked Half rack or whole rack, with choice of two sides

Shredded chicken or beef, cheese, lettuce, pico de gallo, sour cream, fried tostada, grilled in tortilla Buttermilk fried chicken with waffle bun, American cheese, heat and sweet sauce Adobe smoked pork, pineapple salsa, local fresh cheese, house mole sauce

SIMPLY SPANISH

by Karl Kahler

I’LL DRINK TO THAT Che Sirloin Steak House & Grill

Pueblito Sur #10, Las Palmas, Che Sirloin Steak House & Grill Playas del Coco is a meat lover’s heaven. Located steps from the beach in a tranquil Hours garden setting with indoor and Breakfast / lunch / dinner 8:30 - 15:00 and 17:30 - 20:30 outdoor seating.

Closed Thursdays Specialties Prime Cut Steaks, Gourmet Phone: 8467-7664 Hamburgers, Natural Drinks chesirloin@gmail.com

MENU SELECTIONS

Ribeye Steak

Served with salad or french fries

Animal Burger With chorizo, grilled pineapple, fried egg & bacon

Homemade Cheesecake With dulce de leche

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abstemio — as a noun, a teetolater; as an adjective, abstemious, abstaining from drink bolo — drunk borracho — drunk ebrio — drunk goma — hangover guaro — firewater made from sugarcane, or any strong drink hasta el culo, hasta el rabo — “up to the butt,” “up to the tail,” meaning totally drunk jumarse — to get drunk mecatazo, mechazo — a shot of liquor montarse en la carreta — “to get on the wagon,” meaning to go on a bender.

(It’s the opposite in English, where “to fall off the wagon” means to start drinking again after a period of sobriety.)

pasado de tragos — “past in drinks,” meaning drunk. pegarse una juma — to get drunk picado — buzzed, not quite sober but not quite drunk rubia — “blonde,” a goldencolored beer, as opposed to a “negra,” a dark beer. sobrio — sober tanda — a bender, a drunken jag, possibly lasting days tapis — as a noun, this means an alcoholic drink; as an adjective it means drunk. “Tirémonos un tapis” — “Let’s have a drink.” “Ese loco está bien tapis” — “That crazy guy is really drunk.” tomado — drunk trago — a drink zarpe — last drink of the night, sometimes used with tongue in cheek. “Pidamos el segundo zarpe” — “Let’s order a last drink again.”

RESTAURANT DIRECTORY All times AM to PM unless noted

PLAYA GRANDE

POTS & BOWLS Jungle Coffee Shop Breakfast, Lunch - with vegan options.

Organic wine - Cold Pressed Juice and New Smoothie menu, Plants nursery & Artisanal Boutique Playa Grande, Main Road Daily, 8-5 4701-2394 potsandbowls@gmail.com

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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

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Across the street from Automercado, Tamarindo

COMPARE ALL PROGRAMS Health • Life • Auto • Home • Property • Commercial

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PLAYAS DEL COCO

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 #s earchf indh owl

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